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The staff and volunteers are so passionate about what they do at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. A well-deserved set of awards! I know my toddler loved the Christmas lights event - as did I :) Looking forward to this year's event - Natalie
We require a price for some concrete work to be done on property in Ridge Rd.
Please contact Steve 09 2336353
After stealing $58,000 in goods, it was a careless selfie that saw a thief doing two years behind ba…
Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, … View moreLong-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.
In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.
Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.
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Bellamy's Organic Baby Formulas. Infant 0-12 months, and Follow-on 6-12 months. The formulas are made from certified organic cows milk, blended with essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.
The Infant Formula is whey dominant which means it is easy for babies … View moreNow available in store....
Bellamy's Organic Baby Formulas. Infant 0-12 months, and Follow-on 6-12 months. The formulas are made from certified organic cows milk, blended with essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.
The Infant Formula is whey dominant which means it is easy for babies to digest and perfectly balanced to provide all nutritional needs.
The Follow-on Formula has a casein dominant base and is more suitable for babies being weaned off breast milk, or who are starting solid foods.
These lovely organic formulas offer the best nutrition for your baby in accordance with world-class food guidelines and standards.
Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New … View moreOutgoing Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell has been outspoken about the need to increase the pension age from 65.
"You used to get super for five years, then 10 and now 20 - soon it'll be 30. I'm not sure how we can fund people getting super for 30 years or more."
New Zealand has one of the simplest pension schemes in the world - all you have to do is be old enough and have lived in the country long enough and you can get it.
But that also makes it expensive - about $14.5 billion this year. Jobseeker benefits, by comparison, cost just $1.7b and sole parent support $1.08b.
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A horse's kick may have shattered her leg, but a Port Waikato horse rider says a few basic safety pr…
We make it our mission to help our youth grow in confidence, building strong communities and working towards a brighter future for all Kiwi kids.
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We were so proud to be part of this community project with Livingstone Building NZ.
This playhouse was built by a handful of suppliers and contractors, which then went up for auction where over $10,000 was raised for Hospice Waikato.
Amazing result, such a great cause and so awesome to be … View moreWe were so proud to be part of this community project with Livingstone Building NZ.
This playhouse was built by a handful of suppliers and contractors, which then went up for auction where over $10,000 was raised for Hospice Waikato.
Amazing result, such a great cause and so awesome to be part of!
More details from Livingstone Building NZ here.
Stephanie Martin has had a lifetime of missing out. No mother to celebrate turning 21 with, no moth…
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One of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar … View moreOne of the best things about winter is having mates around to catch up over some hearty snacks and the entertainment of a big game.
Hearty gameday choices include blue cheese dip, fried camembert with paprika and parsley, halloumi chips with dukkah, chicken, spring onion and vintage cheddar pizza and smoked cheese and chilli nachos.
So stop off at the chiller section of the supermarket to stock up on quality Mainland cheeses to help craft and create some delicious snacks. Then no matter how your team plays, your friends will go home happy.
It's wild, wild wind out there and it's supposed to get worse. Keep yourself safe near power. If you see a line down - stay away. Call WEL on 0800800935.
Don't try to remove objects or vegetation that might have flown into power lines. Call WEL.
All parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential … View moreAll parents and grandparents should be aware of this myth about youth sport: Following an intensive training programme in a single sport at a young age does not increase your kid’s chances of becoming a world champion. A more realistic outcome is early burnout, loss of motivation and potential mental health issues in later life.
Since 2008 we’ve seen a 60% surge in sporting injuries among under 14s. This is twice that of any other age group.
We’ve talked with the experts to discover how to maintain Kiwi kids’ sporting balance, and how you can help them reach their potential:
One myth about kids sport every parent should know https://acc.nz/2QxTIro
Five ways to help your kids find sporting balance: https://acc.nz/2XitMT5
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