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We will be open to the public from 1 pm until 4pm on October Sunday 19th to support the Manawatu Art Trail. So come along and see local Crafters and enjoy the lovely enviroment A warm Welcome to all.
INDOOR MARKET DAY
It’s tomorrow everyone. The Saturday chores can wait! From 9.00am to 2.00pm on Saturday at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, Xmas goodies, fresh produce, plants, … View moreINDOOR MARKET DAY
It’s tomorrow everyone. The Saturday chores can wait! From 9.00am to 2.00pm on Saturday at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, Xmas goodies, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. Come and have a look. Cash sales please!
Also ask about our groups to see whether you would like to join. Flyers available.
A new workshop!
HAVE FUN DYEING WOOL
Experiment dyeing wool with a local fibre Artist at WACS. Learn several different techniques using colourfast, commercial dyes. Wool and dye provided. A needs list will be sent out on enrolment.
Date: Saturday 01 November 2025
Time: 10.00am - … View moreA new workshop!
HAVE FUN DYEING WOOL
Experiment dyeing wool with a local fibre Artist at WACS. Learn several different techniques using colourfast, commercial dyes. Wool and dye provided. A needs list will be sent out on enrolment.
Date: Saturday 01 November 2025
Time: 10.00am - 2.00pm
Venue: WACs rooms, 27a Elizabeth St Waikanae
Cost: $20.00
Contact - Jane de Joux
janedejoux@inspire.net.nz
0273450484
This workshop is very popular and is already half full. Get your name down!
We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (It’s easy to miss — Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! 🦇
💬 Bonus … View moreWe are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (It’s easy to miss — Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! 🦇
💬 Bonus question: What is the best kind of costume? Funny, scary, DIY, or pop culture themed?
With a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour and design throughout your home, from artworks to table runners or to refresh furniture or the inside of your drawers. It’s an easy way to get started and grow in confidence using wallpaper, then expand to bigger … View moreWith a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour and design throughout your home, from artworks to table runners or to refresh furniture or the inside of your drawers. It’s an easy way to get started and grow in confidence using wallpaper, then expand to bigger features and rooms. Find out how to use wallpaper in your projects with these easy step by step instructions.
Get in ahead of the Labour Weekend rush! (The weather beat us last Saturday but hoping for better things this week.)
We still have some 'Kimber' Zucchini, which are self-fertile and will set fruit even if the bees are not around to pollinate. Also a selection from our regular Zucchini … View moreGet in ahead of the Labour Weekend rush! (The weather beat us last Saturday but hoping for better things this week.)
We still have some 'Kimber' Zucchini, which are self-fertile and will set fruit even if the bees are not around to pollinate. Also a selection from our regular Zucchini varieties (13 in total this year with some interesting new additions), including Striato, Fiorentino and the very popular Costata Romanesco, all grown from imported Italian seed.
These are strong, well-established plants, ready to go in the ground now.
Altogether we grow over 60 types of mostly heirloom tomatoes in a range of sizes and colours to suit every taste and growing situation, be it open garden, greenhouse or veggie pod.
While some seed merchants promote hybrid varieties over heirloom, we have found that heirloom seed generally germinate more reliably and produce stronger, healthier seedlings. And have far superior flavour!! There is after all good reason why families have passed down their seed from generation to generation for sometimes hundreds of years!
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any… View moreWestpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.
If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.
Hi there. My grandson is wanting work for the holiday break when he returns from university near the end of November. Gardening, odd jobs, IT and tech help. He is reliable, honest and strong. And keen to earn some money. ! :)
Thanking you if you can provide him with any work.
If you’re one of the many home users still running Windows 10, you’ve probably seen the headlines about Microsoft ending support in October 2025. It might sound serious — but before you panic, take a deep breath.
Your computer isn’t going to stop working.
At Compserve, we’ve helped … View moreIf you’re one of the many home users still running Windows 10, you’ve probably seen the headlines about Microsoft ending support in October 2025. It might sound serious — but before you panic, take a deep breath.
Your computer isn’t going to stop working.
At Compserve, we’ve helped Kapiti residents through every Windows transition since the days of Windows XP. Here’s what the end of Windows 10 support really means, what protection you’ll still have, and how you can stay secure and supported.
🛑 What Does “End of Support” Actually Mean?
Microsoft will officially end mainstream security updates for Windows 10 in October 2025.
That means they’ll stop releasing new security patches and feature updates — but your existing system will keep working exactly as it does today.
You’ll still be able to:
✅ Start up and use your computer normally
✅ Browse the internet, watch videos, and check emails
✅ Print, scan, and use your existing apps and files
So, nothing will suddenly break or stop working when the deadline arrives.
🔒 Windows 10 Will Still Offer Basic Protection
Even after October 2025, Windows 10 continues to include powerful built-in protections:
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INDOOR MARKET DAY
It’s this Saturday! 18 October, 9.00am to 2.00pm at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, Xmas goodies, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. Come and have a… View moreINDOOR MARKET DAY
It’s this Saturday! 18 October, 9.00am to 2.00pm at our rooms, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, Xmas goodies, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. Come and have a look. Cash sales please!
Also ask about our groups to see whether you would like to join. Flyers available.
📚 The Lions Monster Bookfair is back this weekend!! 🦁
18th & 19th October 2025 at the Waikanae Memorial Hall.
🕗 Saturday: 8am-5pm
🕘 Sunday: 9am-2pm
Thousands of quality books for sale — fiction, travel, cooking, gardening, children’s, puzzles, music, and more!
All … View more📚 The Lions Monster Bookfair is back this weekend!! 🦁
18th & 19th October 2025 at the Waikanae Memorial Hall.
🕗 Saturday: 8am-5pm
🕘 Sunday: 9am-2pm
Thousands of quality books for sale — fiction, travel, cooking, gardening, children’s, puzzles, music, and more!
All proceeds support the Golf for Good Project ⛳
🚐 The Lions Skin Cancer Screening Bus will also be on site both days — offering free screenings on Saturday only from 9am - 4pm.
Come along, grab a bargain, and support a great cause! 💛
"It takes a lot of money to look this cheap!" - Dolly Parton
Cheers
Mike
Sunday 19th October - 10am
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