Makara Beach, Makara Beach

26 days ago

Karori Farmers Market - Every Saturday - 8am - 1pm

Sharon from Karori

We have a great line up this week of delicious food, gorgeous crafts and vintage goods at this weeks Karori Farmers Market.

* Alyx's Sweet Bakery
* Bee Fresh Honey Farm
* Arobake Bakery
*Moutere Jams
* NZ Keep Cups
* I am Vital Popcorn
* Potter Brothers Chocolates
* Grafters True … View more
We have a great line up this week of delicious food, gorgeous crafts and vintage goods at this weeks Karori Farmers Market.

* Alyx's Sweet Bakery
* Bee Fresh Honey Farm
* Arobake Bakery
*Moutere Jams
* NZ Keep Cups
* I am Vital Popcorn
* Potter Brothers Chocolates
* Grafters True Free Range Eggs
* Joolino Foods Biltong & Smoked Cheese
* Rise & Grind Coffee Cart
* Sass & Rebel
* Sativa Botanicals
* The Good Batch Baker
* The Pickle Servant
* T-Street Gourmet Fudge & Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
* Valley Microgreens
* Helen Craig Vintage Goods
* Kereru Pounamu
* Hadas House Plants
* Pretty in Pink Beads

DAY: Every Saturday, rain or shine
TIME: 8am - 1pm
LOCATION: Corner of Karori Road & Campbell Street

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30 days ago

Share your surprising finds with us...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You've likely heard about the shoppers encountering those cheeky rodents in our local supermarkets around the country. Have you yourself stumbled across something unexpected while shopping?

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You've likely heard about the shoppers encountering those cheeky rodents in our local supermarkets around the country. Have you yourself stumbled across something unexpected while shopping?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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25 days ago
25 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
Find out more

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27 days ago

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

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27 days ago

Relay For Life March 23rd-24th 2024

Cancer Society

Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who … View more
Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who care for them; maumaharatia (remember) loved ones lost to cancer; and tū atu (fight back) by raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Society.
Register Now

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27 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View more
Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.

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28 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it!

Don’t miss out! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

28 days ago

Don't forget to nominate your favourite local...

Prospa

There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- … View more
There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- A reassuring pharmacy team? Nominate them today.

Make a small business' day today by nominating them as your Prospa Local Business Hero - and you could make their whole year (our national winner picks up an incredible $10,000 prize package!)
Nominate now

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28 days ago

Gaming Monitor wanted

Jill from Ngaio

Hey Neighbours,
My friend is looking for a gaming monitor for her son's birthday. She doesn't have much money so wondered if anyone has one that they're willing to part with at a cheap price?
His birthday is tomorrow so thought I'd try and help out🎂

31 days ago

Call for Vounteers!

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Can you help?
Age Concern have lonely and isolated seniors waiting for a lovely volunteer to walk with them or visit them weekly. Can you spare some time for a senior in need?
Call us on 04 499 6646

CWSVolunteerPoster.pdf.pdf Download View

37 days ago

What's the key to a happy marriage?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Valentine's Day may not be huge in Aotearoa, but no matter the month it's always wise to celebrate the love in your life.

For those who have been in a romantic relationship for a long time, share the secret! What do you think the key is to a happy partnership? We'd love to hear … View more
Valentine's Day may not be huge in Aotearoa, but no matter the month it's always wise to celebrate the love in your life.

For those who have been in a romantic relationship for a long time, share the secret! What do you think the key is to a happy partnership? We'd love to hear your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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29 days ago

Have you got a family-favourite recipe for carrots?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're looking for delicious carrot recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's April issue. Send your family's favourite ways to eat this easy-to-grow vege crop to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by February 25, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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30 days ago

$15,000 to welcome you home...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list - $15,000 back for a limited time*.
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It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list - $15,000 back for a limited time*.

If you sign up to one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*.

There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.

*Terms and conditions apply.
Explore our villages now

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30 days ago

Congratulations to...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The winners of the $100 garden centre vouchers are:

Melody Tuki from Birkdale

Tracey Hewson from Palmerston North

Nigel Rodwell from Mount Pleasant

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The winners of the $100 garden centre vouchers are:

Melody Tuki from Birkdale

Tracey Hewson from Palmerston North

Nigel Rodwell from Mount Pleasant

Miriama Metuatai from Dunedin

Get in touch with our Helpdesk team before the 27th of February to claim your prize by heading here.

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