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Come along to our Farmers Market & Crafts held EVERY Saturday Rain or Shine 9am to 1pm at the Solway Showgrounds Masterton.
Bring your family and friends along for morning tea and coffee, and have a browse around our wonderful market.
Christmas is fast approaching!!!
See our newsletter… View moreCome along to our Farmers Market & Crafts held EVERY Saturday Rain or Shine 9am to 1pm at the Solway Showgrounds Masterton.
Bring your family and friends along for morning tea and coffee, and have a browse around our wonderful market.
Christmas is fast approaching!!!
See our newsletter on our new facebook page: Wairarapa Farmers Market 2025 for our Xmas weeks coming up in December.
Enjoy browsing our extensive craft stalls and find that something special for friends and family, or maybe even yourself.
And of course, there is always lots on offer: Hot Food, fresh Coffee, Vege stall, Yummy Honey, jams, fresh bread to name just a few.
We even have live music to get your toes tapping and we are always ready for a friendly chat. For a great day out or an early morning visit, we have something for everyone.
We have a new Facebook page : Wairarapa Farmers Market 2025 - have a look and view our newsletter for this week. You can also join up to receive our weekly newsletter via this link.
We also have a Eftpos terminal where you can access cash for your Farmers Market purchases. Come and have a look, I’m sure you will be pleasantly surprised.
Look forward to seeing you.
We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- … View moreWe’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed
Click read more for the full list of tips.
Hey neighbours,
Good news — our Black Friday Deals at Beds4U have been extended, but only for a little longer. This is the final stretch, and some of the biggest savings of the year are almost gone.
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, now’s the perfect time … View moreHey neighbours,
Good news — our Black Friday Deals at Beds4U have been extended, but only for a little longer. This is the final stretch, and some of the biggest savings of the year are almost gone.
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, now’s the perfect time to try comfort in-store and lock in your deal before the last units sell out.
Black Friday Extended Highlights:
• Up to 70% OFF NZ-made beds
• Up to 50% OFF TEMPUR
• Sealy Posturepedic with our Lowest Price Guarantee
• Free Premium Pillows, Free Delivery, and Free Size Upgrades on select beds
Stocks are moving fast and several sizes are already running low. Once these offers end, they won’t be back.
Find your nearest Beds4U store: beds4u.co.nz...
Browse all Black Friday deals: beds4u.co.nz...
Don’t wait, Neighbours. When they’re gone, they’re gone.
You might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and they’re targeting everyone from students to grandparents.
Before you brush it off with “I’d never fall for that,” give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafe’s fun … View moreYou might be surprised. Scammers are getting slicker, sneakier, and a whole lot more convincing, and they’re targeting everyone from students to grandparents.
Before you brush it off with “I’d never fall for that,” give your scam radar a quick tune-up! Test yourself with Netsafe’s fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.
Scams can catch anyone — even the careful ones.
Keep your wits (and your wallet) about you!
Django and Juliette brand. Purchased in Australia. Grey suede and??. Spare heels. Wedge is 5cm.
Only worn once for 3hours. Welcome to visit/view/try on. Ph. 022 609 5362. $20.00 ONO.
Girl Express brand. Size 9. Purchased in Oz. One and a half cm heel.. In excellent condition. Only ever tried on, never worn out. Welcome to visit/view /try on. Ph 022 609 5362 $5.00 per pair, negotiable
All necessary attachments/instruction manuals, etc included. Excellent machine. Unfortunately, new laptop will not take CD Rom installation for set up, so I had to buy a new printer. Still working well when last disconnected. Welcome to visit and view. ANY OFFERS.????? Ph 022 609 5362
Used only once. Did not see the composition notice. Any offers??? $10.00??? Welcome to visit and view. Ph. 022 609 5362
Cocktail Audio X12 – All-in-One HD Music Server & Player
The Cocktail Audio X12 is a versatile high-fidelity music system designed for serious music lovers. It combines a CD ripper, music server, DAC, amplifier, and network streamer in one compact unit. Has 1TB Hard Drive and internet … View moreCocktail Audio X12 – All-in-One HD Music Server & Player
The Cocktail Audio X12 is a versatile high-fidelity music system designed for serious music lovers. It combines a CD ripper, music server, DAC, amplifier, and network streamer in one compact unit. Has 1TB Hard Drive and internet Dongle included. Excellent for conveniently ripping Cds to FLAC file format.
If you’re looking for a place that feels friendly, peaceful, and connected, Kandahar Village might be just what you’re after. Set in central Masterton, our boutique retirement village offers independence with the comfort of knowing support is close if you need it. Residents love the relaxed … View moreIf you’re looking for a place that feels friendly, peaceful, and connected, Kandahar Village might be just what you’re after. Set in central Masterton, our boutique retirement village offers independence with the comfort of knowing support is close if you need it. Residents love the relaxed atmosphere, the sense of belonging, and the way neighbours really do become friends.
Priced from only $650k, with a 12-month monthly fee holiday and a $20,000 cash-back on settlement
Come for a cuppa and a look around - we’d love to meet you.
Have replaced these but there is still wear in them. You might need other pillow cases. Freshly washed. A dark green/grey that won't photograph well! Tried next to a grey blanket to better show colour but not really. Fitted sheet, flat sheet and 2 pillow cases in each set.
Will take to … View moreHave replaced these but there is still wear in them. You might need other pillow cases. Freshly washed. A dark green/grey that won't photograph well! Tried next to a grey blanket to better show colour but not really. Fitted sheet, flat sheet and 2 pillow cases in each set.
Will take to one of the Op Shops (if they'll have them) next week.
Pick up is central Masterton or if local, might be able to drop off.
Our best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a … View moreOur best-selling Kiwi magazines are part of the Black Friday offers, with up to 40% off subscriptions to NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Whether you’re after gardening tips, interior inspiration or the latest entertainment news, there’s a little something for everyone (and a handy way to get your gifting sorted without leaving home).
This little Pompom bush is happy in its pot at the moment and should put on good growth this Summer once in the ground.
In the Spring this bush is covered with tennisball size white flowers resembling pompoms.
They are a deciduous bush.
The plant picture is the parent plant.
Pickup is in … View moreThis little Pompom bush is happy in its pot at the moment and should put on good growth this Summer once in the ground.
In the Spring this bush is covered with tennisball size white flowers resembling pompoms.
They are a deciduous bush.
The plant picture is the parent plant.
Pickup is in Kuripuni.
Thanks for looking.
Shopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. … View moreShopping has become such a big part of our everyday lives, and the choices we make can influence more than we realise.
If you’d like to make those dollars work harder for our local communities, consider choosing small. Households spend more than $110 billion with big businesses each year. Shifting a portion of that toward small, local retailers can make a huge difference for the wider small-business economy.
Read business journalist Aimee Shaw's piece.
Hi team,
I have a bunch of secondhand pine decking if anyone wants it. It needs a bit of a clean but it’s in pretty good condition and seems a shame to take it to the tip. Pick up in Carterton.PM me if you want it. First come basis.
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