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Starting February 20, Takina Wellington will host "Disney: The Magic of Animation."
This enchanting exhibition features over 600 pieces of artwork, spanning from the late 1920s to today. Highlights include original animation artwork from Disney's latest movie, "Moana 2"… View moreStarting February 20, Takina Wellington will host "Disney: The Magic of Animation."
This enchanting exhibition features over 600 pieces of artwork, spanning from the late 1920s to today. Highlights include original animation artwork from Disney's latest movie, "Moana 2" (2024).
Enjoy themed events and access to the new SuperFan ticket. The exhibition is open daily from 10am to 5pm, with the last entry at 4pm. Don't miss this magical journey through Disney's animated history!
A popular Pam's frozen food has been recalled.
What you need to know:
- Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets (1kg) have been recalled by Foodstuffs.
- The product may contain foreign matter (blue rubber).
- This product is sold at Four Square, Gilmours, New World, Pak’nSave and … View moreA popular Pam's frozen food has been recalled.
What you need to know:
- Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets (1kg) have been recalled by Foodstuffs.
- The product may contain foreign matter (blue rubber).
- This product is sold at Four Square, Gilmours, New World, Pak’nSave and Social Supermarket stores throughout New Zealand.
- The affected batch has the marking of Best Before: 16 Oct 2025
- The issue was raised following a customer complaint.
- Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund.
For other recent food/product recalls, check our list here.
All of Ryman’s New Zealand villages have gained a Dementia Friendly Accreditation as recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand.
This reflects our commitment to creating safe, supportive communities to improve the experiences of residents living with dementia.
Our purpose-built care centres and … View moreAll of Ryman’s New Zealand villages have gained a Dementia Friendly Accreditation as recognised by Alzheimers New Zealand.
This reflects our commitment to creating safe, supportive communities to improve the experiences of residents living with dementia.
Our purpose-built care centres and personalised support ensure residents feel comfortable and secure while maintaining their independence.
We offer specialist dementia care at Charles Fleming Village in Waikanae.
Click the read more below to learn more about our dementia friendly approach.
RARANGA (weaving) WORKSHOP
Nau mai haere mai
Welcome to our First Weaving Workshop 2025
Join us and learn the art and knowledge of Weaving under the guidance of Tash from Awhi Mai Toi and Shona from Tuakana Teina Rongoā
Where: 27a Elizabeth Street Waikanae
Date: Sunday 30th March 9am to 3pm… View moreRARANGA (weaving) WORKSHOP
Nau mai haere mai
Welcome to our First Weaving Workshop 2025
Join us and learn the art and knowledge of Weaving under the guidance of Tash from Awhi Mai Toi and Shona from Tuakana Teina Rongoā
Where: 27a Elizabeth Street Waikanae
Date: Sunday 30th March 9am to 3pm
$50 per pp
10 places only
This is a beginner’s workshop to embrace the learnings of mahi Raranga.
No experience is required just bring an open mind to experience a touch of Te Ao Māori in the following areas.
*Karakia- (prayer).
*Tikitanga -Whakapapa, Pūrākau (history ,stories) – learn to connect a Wairua,a Tinana a Hineangaro.
*The first workshop you will learn about Harakeke and create beautiful Putiputi-(flowers) to take home.
*Materials supplied
*Wai rākau infused herbal tea and drinks – provided by Shona Tuakana Teina Rongoa.
Contact – Donna Kennedy
Email donna.kennedy72@outlook.com
Or 021 255 0519 Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society Inc
Huntleigh Home in Karori has an elder-directed philosophy, meaning they put residents at the heart of everything they do.
Huntleigh Home is looking for a volunteer to help residents to participate and reminisce about their own baking. You can register your interest by searching the role ID … View moreHuntleigh Home in Karori has an elder-directed philosophy, meaning they put residents at the heart of everything they do.
Huntleigh Home is looking for a volunteer to help residents to participate and reminisce about their own baking. You can register your interest by searching the role ID number or clicking the link.
It's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes … View moreIt's time to clean out the garage (or closet or cupboard!) and make some money back on your summer goods. Get involved with the Neighbourly online garage sale on Saturday, February 22nd.
Whether it's time to let go of your spare tent, your beach umbrella or maybe clear some clothes from your wardrobe, the Neighbourly garage sale is the place to do it - it's free and it's local!
If this is your first Neighbourly garage sale, the way it works is that you list your items individually ahead of the event and members perusing the garage sale items online will contact you to buy it.
Make sure you check out the treasure trove of bargains on Saturday, February 22nd - it's well worth a look!
As new condition, rotates,cools or heats,very efficient, make us a reasonable offer.
As new - including the recipe book.
used for a couple of months by a 90 year old and she is upgrading
Messy Church
every 1st and 3rd Sunday from 3.00 to 5.00 pm
Otaki Presbyterian Church
249 Mill Road
Otaki
Police are asking for the public's help after a man was assaulted and seriously injured in Miramar on Saturday.
Emergency services were called about 4.55pm to Miramar Ave, after the man had been approached by a group of young people.
He has then reportedly been assaulted and has fallen, … View morePolice are asking for the public's help after a man was assaulted and seriously injured in Miramar on Saturday.
Emergency services were called about 4.55pm to Miramar Ave, after the man had been approached by a group of young people.
He has then reportedly been assaulted and has fallen, striking his head on the concrete.
The man was transported to hospital in a serious condition and continues to receive treatment.
Police are now working to establish the full circumstances of the incident, and locate those believed to be responsible.
We would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident or the group, or who might have CCTV footage of the incident or the surrounding time period.
If you can help, please use our 105 service and quote reference number 250215/6620.
You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Neighbourly members LOVE their pets, whether it's a smoochy cat, a trusty pup or even a feathered friend.
We'd like to know how many of you who see this post actually have a pet at home. Let us know in the poll below!
We hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've … View moreWe hope you've been enjoying the Neighbourly Backyard Awards so far, we know we have!
It is time for our last award. And the category is....Most creative backyard build
It could be a planter box, an outdoor table or even a backyard bar. We just want to see the sanctuary you've created in your backyard.
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your creation or backyard set up a to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🛝🪴🛖
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