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Are you naturally inquisitive and curious? Good at quickly building rapport with people? Looking to transfer your skills to a whole new career?
If you are interested in all walks of life, cultures and environments, then this might be the career you never knew existed!
The … View moreAre you naturally inquisitive and curious? Good at quickly building rapport with people? Looking to transfer your skills to a whole new career?
If you are interested in all walks of life, cultures and environments, then this might be the career you never knew existed!
The New Zealand Security Intelligence Service is looking for Case Officers to join their team and help keep New Zealanders safe.
If this sounds like you and you want to join our diverse team and do amazing work, then apply now!
Wairarapa’s premier creativity, arts and cultural festival, Kokomai, returns in October with an exciting
line-up.
The 10-day long biennial festival will run from 10-19 October and include events located across the Wairarapa, from rural halls, churches and larger venues such as the Carterton … View moreWairarapa’s premier creativity, arts and cultural festival, Kokomai, returns in October with an exciting
line-up.
The 10-day long biennial festival will run from 10-19 October and include events located across the Wairarapa, from rural halls, churches and larger venues such as the Carterton Events Centre.
Since 2013, Kokomai Creative Festival has been bringing world class, inspiring creative arts and entertainment to local communities in the Wairarapa.
The 2019 festival will differ slightly from previous years with fewer events but still maintain an impressively diverse programme, says Jo Beetham, Wairarapa Arts Festival Trust chair.
“This year’s festival is more user-friendly for festival goers. We’ve taken on board feedback from previous years about clashing performances on key nights during the festival,” Jo says.
“Kokomai is a bit more boutique this time around, and we are super excited about the line-up which is world-class with international, national and local artists and performers, providing exceptional live experiences.
“You can immerse yourself in music, theatre, dance, visual arts, film and literature – there is something for everyone.”
Headlining the international acts is American blues singer Greg Copeland.
Carterton's popular mayor has just busted the mayoralty race wide open by announcing he will not run…
NZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. … View moreNZ Gardener's ezine Get Growing is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award. Click through to their website to help us win, and you could nab yourself this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply click on the link, register your details once, then vote each day until voting closes on September 4
Police encourage firearm owners in Wairarapa area to attend a prohibited firearms amnesty and buy-back collection.
An event will be held at the Masterton Miniature Gun Club, 14 Cole Street, on 17 and 18 August, 10am – 3pm.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Conservation Week this year, Pūkaha is aiming to sign up 500 new members!
Various types to suit everyone:
• Individual
• Family
• Community
Business
Enrich your own spiritual essence by connecting to the forest with unlimited entry for 12 months; … View moreTo celebrate the 50th anniversary of Conservation Week this year, Pūkaha is aiming to sign up 500 new members!
Various types to suit everyone:
• Individual
• Family
• Community
Business
Enrich your own spiritual essence by connecting to the forest with unlimited entry for 12 months; 10% off at Kākā café and the gift shop. Be first in line with preferrential event bookings and a monthly eNewsletter.
So rongo te mauri: feel life’s essence and become a Pūkaha member today.
Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
Masterton Police are asking for the public's help following a burglary at the West End Superstore on Pownall Street, Masterton, on Monday 5 August.
Two men entered the store and left the shop owner fearing for his safety. One of the offenders has been arrested, however the second offender … View moreMasterton Police are asking for the public's help following a burglary at the West End Superstore on Pownall Street, Masterton, on Monday 5 August.
Two men entered the store and left the shop owner fearing for his safety. One of the offenders has been arrested, however the second offender is still at large.
If you can help, please get in touch with Police by calling (06) 370 0300. You can also give information anonymously by phoning Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Aratoi Wairarapa Museum of Art and History in Masterton marks its 50th anniversary with several celebrations: the exhibition ‘50/fifty: 50 Years of Aratoi’ (17 August – 10 November), a lecture series by cultural leaders (17 August – 27 October), an education programme for Wairarapa … View moreAratoi Wairarapa Museum of Art and History in Masterton marks its 50th anniversary with several celebrations: the exhibition ‘50/fifty: 50 Years of Aratoi’ (17 August – 10 November), a lecture series by cultural leaders (17 August – 27 October), an education programme for Wairarapa schoolchildren (from Term 3), and a book 50 years in 50 objects with texts by leading cultural professionals (to be launched 11 October 2019, the museum’s 50th Birthday). All events are free of charge.
50/FIFTY: 50 YEARS AT ARATOI’ opens Friday, 16 August, at 5.30pm Curated by Collections Manager Bronwyn Reid, the exhibition features a range of items held in the museum collection: artwork by cultural icons such as Colin McCahon and Dame Robin White, Taonga Māori, moa bones, botanical sketches, photographs of early settlement, and some surprises too.
Get ready to get creative at the funkiest little arts festival in the Hutt, from 15-17 August.
There are loads to see and do including Resene Live-Action Murals.
Watch paintings come to life as professional artists create full-size murals in pop-up locations around Lower Hutt. Want to give it… View moreGet ready to get creative at the funkiest little arts festival in the Hutt, from 15-17 August.
There are loads to see and do including Resene Live-Action Murals.
Watch paintings come to life as professional artists create full-size murals in pop-up locations around Lower Hutt. Want to give it a try? There will be free instruction and everyone is welcome to contribute to the murals. You can arrive at any time during the sessions, but be warned, you’ll be so engrossed and having fun that you should plan to stay for the whole time!
The final versions can be seen at the Hutt Winter Festival, Final Fantastic Festivities on Saturday 17 August.
Congratulations to Aratoi for 50 years! To celebrate the Museum has an unique exhibition with more than 3000 items on Display. There are many excellent free talks in coming weeks too. Find out more and make sure you get to Aratoi!
Masterton and Wairarapa residents are invited to explore the possibility of developing our urban equivalents to Wellington City's Zealandia, Capital Kiwi and Predator Free aspirational initiatives.
Is it possible to again have within the town Rata and Rimu, Kaka and Kereru, the green Gecko or … View moreMasterton and Wairarapa residents are invited to explore the possibility of developing our urban equivalents to Wellington City's Zealandia, Capital Kiwi and Predator Free aspirational initiatives.
Is it possible to again have within the town Rata and Rimu, Kaka and Kereru, the green Gecko or whatever?
Come, hear and discuss how it could happen with the Mayor and PROFESSOR BRUCE CLARKSON, a leading expert in the Government's National Science Challenge looking to the future of our towns and cities (Many will remember his great talk here a year or more back). He will tell us about ambitious pilots elsewhere in the country.
On Sunday August 18th at the Copthorne from 1-4pm.
Admission free.
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