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We have a wide range - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes, Harakeke (Tenax), Cookianum, Emerald dwarf-
Trees we have Lemonwood, Matai, Nikau Palms, Puka, Kauri, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Ngaio, Cabbage Trees, … View moreWe have a wide range - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes, Harakeke (Tenax), Cookianum, Emerald dwarf-
Trees we have Lemonwood, Matai, Nikau Palms, Puka, Kauri, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Ngaio, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
Hedging we have Griselinia, Corokia Geentys Green, Olearia Paniculata.
If needing native plants, please phone to arrange a visit:
0274 933 626 (Appointment required - We are around most days so let us know)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz......
Have a particular native in mind, please message me...
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view our range of native plants!
For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.
“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.
Click read more for the full story.
I have an old digital camera my daughter would like to use (for reasons which are beyond my simple brain) but in order to charge it, I need a "Mini USB A/B" cable (pictured). Does anyone have one kicking about they can pass on? Cheers.
As pictured. No problems apart from one of the hose reels itself is slightly bent so it clicks when rotated. Works fine apart from that.
Pickup from Paraparaumu.
If you're organised, eager to learn and passionate about making a difference, join the Samaritans Wellington team as a Fundraising Officer!
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8922) on our website by clicking the link below.
Passionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can … View morePassionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8919) on our website or clicking the link below.
Volunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
… View moreVolunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
Participants will receive:
✔ One-on-one mentoring with an experienced governance leader
✔ Training, orientation, and six months of support
✔ Development goal setting and networking opportunities
Programme dates: 29 April – 11 Nov 2025
Mentee fee: $75 | Mentors: Free
EOI closes: 26 March 2025
If you’re looking to grow your governance skills or be a mentor, register now. More details on our website.
Tēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't … View moreTēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't live inside a particular zone)? Did you enroll your child in a school out-of-zone? Did you move house to get into a particular school/zone? We'd love to hear from a wide range of people, so please get in touch with me or Hanna McCallum if you have something to say on this topic: brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz
hanna.mccallum@stuff.co.nz
Ideal "starter" PC for email, web browsing, basic document handling.
Model: Acer Veriton M6620G
CPU: Intel Core i3-3240
RAM: 8 GB (2x 4 GB DDR3-1600 / PC3-12800)
Hard Disk: 500 GB Seagate ST500DM002-1BD142 7200rpm SATA 6Gb/s
good condition; power-on hours approx 2191
DVDRW: … View moreIdeal "starter" PC for email, web browsing, basic document handling.
Model: Acer Veriton M6620G
CPU: Intel Core i3-3240
RAM: 8 GB (2x 4 GB DDR3-1600 / PC3-12800)
Hard Disk: 500 GB Seagate ST500DM002-1BD142 7200rpm SATA 6Gb/s
good condition; power-on hours approx 2191
DVDRW: Lite-on iHS324-32B (DVD+R DL)
Ethernet: Intel 82579LM Gigabit
RJ-45 on rear
USB: 2x USB3.0 on rear
4x USB2.0 on rear
2x USB2.0 on front
Speakers: Logitech Z150 powered Desktop Speakers (with power adapter)
OS: Windows 10 Pro 22H2 (19045.5487) - fresh install
Includes - standard PC Power Cord
DOES NOT include keyboard, mouse, or monitor
Pickup is in Paraparaumu Beach
Ph: 021 945 398
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View moreOur experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM
Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍
✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
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