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Its time to plant Bluebells now.
I have here 2 large and 5 medium sized bulbs all for $8.00.
I think they are the large Spanish bluebells.
Pickup is in Kuripuni
Thanks for looking.
I will include a photo of when they were in flower this year.
Waitematā Police is seeking information about a fire at a Rānui house in the early hours of the morning.
Emergency services attended Vino Cina Heights after midnight, with the roof fully alight.
A scene examination was completed today at the address alongside a fire investigator.
“We … View moreWaitematā Police is seeking information about a fire at a Rānui house in the early hours of the morning.
Emergency services attended Vino Cina Heights after midnight, with the roof fully alight.
A scene examination was completed today at the address alongside a fire investigator.
“We believe this fire has been caused by a flare, which is commonly used by boaties and one that launches a projectile,” acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie, Waitematā CIB says. “Based on enquiries so far it appears this is an accidental fire as a result of reckless actions.”
It’s by good fortune only that Police are not dealing with fatalities. “The house is completely uninhabitable and has been extensively damaged.”
Acting Detective Inspector Goldie says Police is seeking information about two people seen running away from the area. “As a result of an area canvass this morning, residents have reported seeing two people running away after a loud bang was heard.”
A short time later the fire began.
Acting Detective Inspector Goldie says: “If you have any information, we need to hear from you.
“I would also call on those people who are involved to do the right thing and own up to what has happened.”
Anyone with further information to assist us should contact 105 using the reference number 260211/6037.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Hastings Police are seeking information as they investigate a serious stabbing that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning 7 February.
At around 3.25am, Police were called to a report of a stabbing at an address in the Karamu Road North area.
- Officers located a man with severe … View moreHastings Police are seeking information as they investigate a serious stabbing that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning 7 February.
At around 3.25am, Police were called to a report of a stabbing at an address in the Karamu Road North area.
- Officers located a man with severe injuries.
- Police immediately provided first aid before paramedics transported him to hospital, where he underwent surgery.
- He remains in a critical condition.
The alleged offender fled the scene prior to Police arrival.
At approximately 6am, Police received information about a man hiding at a property on Mayfair Avenue, not far from where the incident occurred.
- The man was located and arrested without further incident.
- He has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and has been remanded in custody.
Police are now seeking CCTV footage from residents in the surrounding area that may have captured information between the time of the incident and his arrest.
Residents are asked to carefully check the time settings on their cameras, including any daylight‑savings adjustments, to ensure footage covers the relevant period.
Police are also asking local residents to check their properties for any items that may have been discarded by the alleged offender.
Anyone with information is asked to make a report at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking ‘Update Report’, or by calling 105.
Please use reference number 260207/3403.
Alternatively, information can also be shared anonymously through Crime Stoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.
Mangakino’s sole elected official says agencies tasked to protect the Waikato River from algal blooms need to admit “we have all f****d up” and save the river before “it turns into something from the third world”.
Last week, the Waikato Times reported on concerns about the river’s … View moreMangakino’s sole elected official says agencies tasked to protect the Waikato River from algal blooms need to admit “we have all f****d up” and save the river before “it turns into something from the third world”.
Last week, the Waikato Times reported on concerns about the river’s state after multiple algal blooms had seen warnings posted at all of the river’s hydro lakes this summer.
The torture and murder of 5-year-old Malachi Subecz is a “national disgrace” but changes made in the wake of his death will not prevent further killings in the future.
The damning view of Coroner Janet Anderson is revealed in a long-awaited 132-page report into one of New Zealand’s most … View moreThe torture and murder of 5-year-old Malachi Subecz is a “national disgrace” but changes made in the wake of his death will not prevent further killings in the future.
The damning view of Coroner Janet Anderson is revealed in a long-awaited 132-page report into one of New Zealand’s most shocking child-killings - the 2021 death of Malachi at the hands of his ‘caregiver’, Michaela Barriball.
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.
Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
From hobbies to adventures, there’s so much to enjoy!
- Explore new hobbies like gardening or painting
- Stay active with walking groups or cycling trails
- Learn something new with online courses or local classes
- Give back through volunteering or mentoring
Read the full article and… View moreFrom hobbies to adventures, there’s so much to enjoy!
- Explore new hobbies like gardening or painting
- Stay active with walking groups or cycling trails
- Learn something new with online courses or local classes
- Give back through volunteering or mentoring
Read the full article and take our fun quiz to find out which activities suit your personality best below!
At Dyverse Dentures, Rattana, Ethan, and the team are dedicated to helping you smile with confidence again. We work with you to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to achieve the best possible results.
Our services include:
• Full dentures
• Partial dentures
• Denture relines … View moreAt Dyverse Dentures, Rattana, Ethan, and the team are dedicated to helping you smile with confidence again. We work with you to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to achieve the best possible results.
Our services include:
• Full dentures
• Partial dentures
• Denture relines & rebases
• Denture repairs
• Tooth additions
✔️ Free initial consultations
✔️ WINZ quotes available
✔️ Super Gold Card support
12C Waddon Place, Māngere
(09) 634-4543
Contact us today to take the first step toward a brighter, healthier smile.
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New Zealand’s home-grown Tap Dance show, Tap Fusion, will be opening the Wellington Fringe Festival at the Hannah Theatre this weekend. The show is a unique collaboration of New Zealand’s top Tap dancers performing alongside artists of Street Dance, Swing Dance and live musicians. This will … View moreNew Zealand’s home-grown Tap Dance show, Tap Fusion, will be opening the Wellington Fringe Festival at the Hannah Theatre this weekend. The show is a unique collaboration of New Zealand’s top Tap dancers performing alongside artists of Street Dance, Swing Dance and live musicians. This will be the first time a Tap show has been seen at the Fringe Festival.
Tap Fusion is the work of former New Zealand Dance Champion brothers Brandon and Cameron Carter-Chan. They say the show is designed to expose the diversity of New Zealand artists through Tap Dance by inspiring, uplifting, and promoting the idea of creative collaboration, encouraging people to work with artists outside their social circle, and to increase opportunity and strengthen the arts community as a whole.
Tap Fusion is on at The Hannah Theatre, 12 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington on 13th & 14th February.
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Dr. Ben Yung-pin Lian is an experienced, New Zealand-qualified acupuncture specialist. In addition to acupuncture, he offers acupressure, massage therapy, cupping, GuaSha and herbal moxibustion to support a holistic approach to healing.
A fourth-generation practitioner, Dr. Lian continues his … View moreDr. Ben Yung-pin Lian is an experienced, New Zealand-qualified acupuncture specialist. In addition to acupuncture, he offers acupressure, massage therapy, cupping, GuaSha and herbal moxibustion to support a holistic approach to healing.
A fourth-generation practitioner, Dr. Lian continues his family’s tradition of care. He is a registered member of the New Zealand Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society, and his clinic upholds the highest professional standards.
“Western medicine treats symptoms; acupuncture addresses the root causes,” says Dr. Lian.
“There are no shortcuts—but with lifestyle changes and commitment, you can achieve fantastic results.”
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Wellington’s Te Awe Library on Brandon St will be closing its doors for good at 5 pm on March 1. It’s been the city’s largest temporary library, and now it’s making way for the exciting return of Te Matapihi Central Library!
We want to know: Are you as excited as we are for Te … View moreWellington’s Te Awe Library on Brandon St will be closing its doors for good at 5 pm on March 1. It’s been the city’s largest temporary library, and now it’s making way for the exciting return of Te Matapihi Central Library!
We want to know: Are you as excited as we are for Te Matapihi’s grand reopening?
Want all the details? The Post has everything you need to know.
2 for 1 ticket offer
Get all those new year jobs sorted with a visit to the Show! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the 20th - 22nd of February at Energy Events Centre. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer… View more2 for 1 ticket offer
Get all those new year jobs sorted with a visit to the Show! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the 20th - 22nd of February at Energy Events Centre. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There’ll be a huge variety Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from Kitchens, Artists, Builders, Landscaping, Heating, Spas, Flooring, Heatlh & Well-being and more! Add to that good food, great coffee and you have the perfect day out. Get your to-do list ready and we'll see you at the Show.
Save the date in your diaries: 20 - 22 February
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Energy Events Centre, Rotorua
Adults $6
Gold Card Friday $3
Under 16 free
Does anyone in the community by any chance, have a battery for a JOBMATE lawnmower.
Mitre 10 used to sell the mowers but no longer do so.
Happy to pay and pick up.
Thanks for looking,
WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or … View moreWANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or similar items then our specialist buyers would like to make an offer.
Any items will be considered so please don’t be shy and visit one of our venues.
Large or valuable collections? Single items? Downsizing, moving or decluttering? Family not interested? or simply turning unwanted items into cash.
*Immediate payment made *No commission or waiting *Free no obligation appraisal *Onsite security *Please have your bank details handy
Whether you have a large and valuable collection or a single item of broken jewellery please take this opportunity to see us at a venue near you.
See us at a venue near you - See venues here:
Goldco Antique Buyers | Member NZNDA | website email: goldco@xtra.co.nz | Ph: 0800 105 228
$10.00 for ten pick your own sunflowers and farm walks
14th and 15th February
1415 State Highway 53 Martinborough
10am to 4pm
All proceeds support the education and conservation work of Ruamāhanga Farm Foundation
WANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or … View moreWANTED WANTED WANTED:
Gold • Coins • Watches • Banknotes • Antique • Jewellery • Collectables
The market for many antiques, collectables, vintage watches, artefacts, gold and silver items has been buoyant these past few years. So if you are considering selling any of these or similar items then our specialist buyers would like to make an offer.
Any items will be considered so please don’t be shy and visit one of our venues.
Large or valuable collections? Single items? Downsizing, moving or decluttering? Family not interested? or simply turning unwanted items into cash.
*Immediate payment made *No commission or waiting *Free no obligation appraisal *Onsite security *Please have your bank details handy
Whether you have a large and valuable collection or a single item of broken jewellery please take this opportunity to see us at a venue near you.
See us at a venue near you - See venues here:
Goldco Antique Buyers | Member NZNDA | website email: goldco@xtra.co.nz | Ph: 0800 105 228
Holdm ( hold them ) has a fantastic supply of plant shrub and vine clips a totally NZ product, we have clips for Tomato, Rose, Grape , ID clips and a smaller version for those smaller plants. Tomato clip shown in add as a 10 pack check out our website holdm.nz for full description
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.
Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
Make sure you come along this weekend and purchase our Organic and Spray free vegetables from our Market Shop sourced weekly.
Find us at the Solway Showgrounds, under the grandstand, Judds Road Masterton 9am-1pm
This week we have:
ORGANIC:
Cherry Tomatoes
Brocolli
Cauliflower
Beetroot … View moreMake sure you come along this weekend and purchase our Organic and Spray free vegetables from our Market Shop sourced weekly.
Find us at the Solway Showgrounds, under the grandstand, Judds Road Masterton 9am-1pm
This week we have:
ORGANIC:
Cherry Tomatoes
Brocolli
Cauliflower
Beetroot bunches
Red Chard
SPRAY FREE:
Lettuce – Buttercrunch
Lettuce – Green frilly
Lettuce – Baby Cos
Pak Choi
Basil
Courgettes
Watercress
Look forward to seeing you
Neighbourhood bargain hunters, this one’s for you! From Summer wardrobe updates to everyday must-haves, our latest catalogue is bursting with great deals across furniture, clothing, home essentials and more. Flick through our new catalogue and discover why we’re the bargain hunter’s best … View moreNeighbourhood bargain hunters, this one’s for you! From Summer wardrobe updates to everyday must-haves, our latest catalogue is bursting with great deals across furniture, clothing, home essentials and more. Flick through our new catalogue and discover why we’re the bargain hunter’s best friend.
Pop into your nearest store or shop online today and make your budget stretch further.
Are you travelling through Masterton this Saturday morning maybe on the way to the Martinborough Fair.
If so, call in and visit the biggest weekly market in the Wairarapa. We would love to see you.
Come along to the Wairarapa Farmers Market this Saturday between 9am and 1pm rain or shine. … View moreAre you travelling through Masterton this Saturday morning maybe on the way to the Martinborough Fair.
If so, call in and visit the biggest weekly market in the Wairarapa. We would love to see you.
Come along to the Wairarapa Farmers Market this Saturday between 9am and 1pm rain or shine. You’ll find us under the grandstand at Solway Showgrounds Masterton.
There is always lots on offer: Hot Food, fresh Coffee, Fresh Vege stall, Yummy Honey, fresh bread to name just a few.
We have a fabulous array of creative gifts on display and available for purchase.
Don’t miss the awesome wooden toys, embroidered tea towels, olive oil, to mention 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.
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