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A pod of about 50 dolphins were cruising between Princess Bay and Houghton Bay early this week when a couple of them got stranded in the shallows.
Luckily, a trio of locals scrambled down the steep cliffs to rescue the pair of dolphins from a small alcove in Houghton Bay.
Did you … View moreHi neighbours,
A pod of about 50 dolphins were cruising between Princess Bay and Houghton Bay early this week when a couple of them got stranded in the shallows.
Luckily, a trio of locals scrambled down the steep cliffs to rescue the pair of dolphins from a small alcove in Houghton Bay.
Did you see the dolphins or witness the rescue? Have you spotted dolphins in this kind of strife before? Where is the best place in the capital to spot visiting dolphins or whales?
To read more and watch a video of the rescue, click here.
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Hi team I’d like old RUSTY metal things I can use as planters in me garden- see attached images- happy to negotiate price. I’m sure you got one or two rusting away in the woolshed?! :-)
Unusual is good
Thank you!!
Eileen
So close - get your tickets now!
The Wairarapa Country Music Festival returns to the picturesque Tauherenikau Racecourse, near Featherston, this weekend: 11th - 13th January.
GLADSTONEBURY 3 is back on Sunday 20 January 2019. With great music, food, wine, beer and a range of fabulous craft … View moreSo close - get your tickets now!
The Wairarapa Country Music Festival returns to the picturesque Tauherenikau Racecourse, near Featherston, this weekend: 11th - 13th January.
GLADSTONEBURY 3 is back on Sunday 20 January 2019. With great music, food, wine, beer and a range of fabulous craft stalls, it's a great way to enjoy the Wellington Anniversary holiday weekend.
Check our web site for details and other fantastic events this summer.
Police are seeking further information into an incident at a camp site in Ngawi on the evening of Sunday, 16 December 2018 which resulted in a man being shot in the leg.
“We have made good progress and are confident that we will identify those responsible, but we still require some further … View morePolice are seeking further information into an incident at a camp site in Ngawi on the evening of Sunday, 16 December 2018 which resulted in a man being shot in the leg.
“We have made good progress and are confident that we will identify those responsible, but we still require some further assistance from the public,” says Detective Sergeant Bill van Woerkom. Read more here
If you can help, please contact Masterton Police on 06 370 0300.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
I have been busy making items for the Martinborough fair and these are lots of scraps that would be suitable for patchwork.
I am happy to drop off in Masterton
Spice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic … View moreSpice up your Summer BBQ with Tegel Smokey Chipotle Chicken Tenders!
This simple recipe takes only 30 minutes to pull together and is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, in-laws and neighbours. Chunky chicken tenders coated in flavoursome chipotle spices served with a delicious lemon garlic sour cream and parsnip and potato wedges, this will be the highlight of the barbie. Give them a go this weekend.
2.4m x 2.4m. As per attached photos. Still in manufacturers wrap. Purchased but no longer required. Can drop off if local. $550.
To raise funds maintenance of historic Kopuaranga Hall. Sun. 27th January at Kopuaranga Hall 10am to 4pm. Table sites inside $10 and must be pre booked paid. Outdoor sites, gazebo size are $10 and pay on day. Email mauriceville85@gmail.com or phone Jenny 06 9297685
Here are some great options available from Tranzit Tours- The Southern lakes & Canterbury high country, The Norwester-Taranaki and beyond, High country stations of inland Canterbury, Gentle Annie explorer, Molesworth & Beyond. Keep an eye out for even more exciting tours being released … View moreHere are some great options available from Tranzit Tours- The Southern lakes & Canterbury high country, The Norwester-Taranaki and beyond, High country stations of inland Canterbury, Gentle Annie explorer, Molesworth & Beyond. Keep an eye out for even more exciting tours being released soon!
This weekend it's all go with the Wairarapa Country Music Festival at the Tauherenikau Racecourse. Headline act for the evening of Sat 11th January is Bevan Gardiner of John Denver Tribute fame. Also performing is Marian Burns. Gate sales with EFTPOS or come and get your ticket from either… View moreThis weekend it's all go with the Wairarapa Country Music Festival at the Tauherenikau Racecourse. Headline act for the evening of Sat 11th January is Bevan Gardiner of John Denver Tribute fame. Also performing is Marian Burns. Gate sales with EFTPOS or come and get your ticket from either the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE Visitor Centres. See times for performers on the link below.
Trains should be operating into Masterton on Monday afternoon, after morning commuters were forced to catch buses for part of their trip following a derailment on Sunday. Read more
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