Tararua District, Pahiatua

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2111 days ago

One world shared by all

Reporter Manawatū Standard

Kia ora e hoa mā,

Palmerston North's festival of cultures saw more than 10,000 people come together to explore and celebrate each others differences through food, music, dance and conversations.

Across the city, more than 100 different cultures were showcased, with Egypt taking home the … View more
Kia ora e hoa mā,

Palmerston North's festival of cultures saw more than 10,000 people come together to explore and celebrate each others differences through food, music, dance and conversations.

Across the city, more than 100 different cultures were showcased, with Egypt taking home the trophy for best stall this year.

The city is home to a variety of people from all different backgrounds, do we need to learn more about our neighbours we share the city with?

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2109 days ago

For sale

William & Julia from Aokautere - Fitzherbert

Evenflo Happy Camper portable cot for sale. In good condition

Price: $40

2109 days ago

Have micro-credentials helped you get ahead?

Josephine Franks Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications… View more
Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder. 

We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications for specific skills. 

Perhaps you've pieced together a full qualification by doing online courses, or maybe you've taken a workshop rather than investing in a six-month course. We'd love to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz

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2116 days ago

Martinborough Fair - March 2020

Community Engagement Advisor from

Wow, March already and we’re heading into the final month of Summer festivities. So, take some time out of your busy schedule to enjoy the second of the Rotary Martinborough Fairs for 2020 starting on Saturday, 7th March from 8am to 4:00pm. Stalls and activities for this event will take place in … View moreWow, March already and we’re heading into the final month of Summer festivities. So, take some time out of your busy schedule to enjoy the second of the Rotary Martinborough Fairs for 2020 starting on Saturday, 7th March from 8am to 4:00pm. Stalls and activities for this event will take place in and around Martinborough Square. 😀

What does that mean for you?

Your Route 200 to Masterton will be diverted away from the area during the hours of 4am to 6:30pm so that you can enjoy the festivities as the square will be closed to traffic. Your journey to Masterton will now start from Stop #1800 Martinborough - Kitchener Street (near 11) instead of your usual Stop #1779 located at Martinborough Town Hall. Stop #8991 Jellicoe Street at Naples Street will also be closed.

For more information and to view the diversion map, visit the link below. Know before you go by subscribing to MyMetlink, downloading the Metlink Commuter App or calling 0800 801 700. #Knowbeforeyougo #Metlinkbuses

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2120 days ago

CHRONIC FATIGUE (ME) AND FIBROMYALGIA SUFFERERS

Sharyn from Hokowhitu

Join us for coffee at Cafe Esplanade on Tuesday 6th February at 1.30pm. Air conditioned on these hot days, and there is plenty of free parking.
We'd like to see you.

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2111 days ago

Polystyrene. 2 sheets. Free

Russell from Ashhurst - Pohangina

Each sheet is 2000mm x 990mm and 110mm thick.
Needs to be picked up.

Free

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2116 days ago

Leo loves to help at Digital Seniors.

Piers Fuller Reporter from News of Wairarapa

Leo's mum says he has always had a genuine love of and interest in people and has always found pleasure in helping anyone with anything. "He has always had an easy way about him and making connection with people in general.
Being a working parent there have been times when he has had to … View more
Leo's mum says he has always had a genuine love of and interest in people and has always found pleasure in helping anyone with anything. "He has always had an easy way about him and making connection with people in general.
Being a working parent there have been times when he has had to come along to classes I teach at Literacy Aotearoa and from very young he has had interest in my learners and what they are learning and taken opportunities to get involved when he can.
He started coming along to Digital Seniors with me in the same way, as a school holidays tag along on Wednesday mornings at the Masterton Library, but as with most situations he found ways to make himself useful by offering his help and connecting with everyone around him as they were waiting for help from one of our coaches.

People started asking where he was when holidays were over and he had to go back to school.

Leo was asked to volunteer at the Masonic village by one of the other coaches, Andre, who runs a group there and who had noticed that Leo was eager to lend a hand when he could. The group meets after school hours and extra hands are always welcome.

I am really proud of the skills he has learned at 13! Planning a learning session and taking in to consideration people's learning needs, making a presentation, answering on the spot questions and answering clearly. Thinking about the steps to a process and explaining them with patience and recognising the skills someone already has and the next steps to build on them.

He's always keen for some feedback and eager to try new things in his approach to be as helpful as he can be.

I'm very thankful for the Digital Seniors community, coaches and clients, for encouraging and valuing him and for their patience with his learning as well, they have helped him grow and develop so cool life skills!

Leo gets a genuine kick out of being able to explain something that might make someone's life and technology use a bit easier, and from learning about people and their lives and is eager to head off each week to lend a hand."

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2114 days ago

Not your average garage sale. Saturday and Sunday from 9

Maureen from Carterton District

Peter O’Leary Motors are clearing out. Chance to grab tools, signs, a fabulous pedal car, 1996 Suzuki 115 HPoutboard motor, furniture, books, bunks and more. Memorial Square, Carterton

2113 days ago

Decorate in style and save

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Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or … View more
Get decorating and $ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

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Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
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2113 days ago

ELECTION YEAR, QUOTES, FIRST THINGS FIRST

David Dorey from St Joseph's Parish Dannevirke

In this Election Year we should practise tolerance
and good grace, as we endure the words of politicians and the media.
Next, a couple of quotes. We'll try to make this regular,and
words from "Why we do the things we do" - there are 75 items, tell us if you like this sort of thing.
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In this Election Year we should practise tolerance
and good grace, as we endure the words of politicians and the media.
Next, a couple of quotes. We'll try to make this regular,and
words from "Why we do the things we do" - there are 75 items, tell us if you like this sort of thing.
"I know God will not give me anything I can't handle.
I just wish that he didn't trust me so much."
Mother Teresa
"Prayer is the laying aside of thoughts"
CE 399 Evagrius Pontius

"Why we do the things we do"
First Things First
The initial part of the Mass (The introductory Rites) is
an important time for gathering and preparation.
The entrance song helps to open the celebration, unite
us as a body and lead our thoughts towards the mystery of God's love which we have come to celebrate. The Priest's greeting (The Lord be with you) and the congregation's response (And also with you) affirms that Christ is present in our midst.
This is a time for focusing on the importance of the
opportunity to worship that lies before us.

2113 days ago

Kopuaranga Craft Market

William from Tararua District

Craft market at Kopuaranga Hall, Sat 4th April 10am to3pm Awesome array of crafts and some pre owned goods. Only 15 minutes north of Masterton. 597 Opaki- Kaipororo Road. Inquiries: mauriceville85@gmail.com or ph 9297685

2113 days ago

Only 3 weeks to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, … View more
One way to take part is by joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group on your street.

Our Coordinator at Hastings District Council recently sent us this snap from a get together with residents from a new suburb who are keen to get Neighbourhood Support up and running.

To gauge interest, he hosted a free barbecue at a park with the support of their local New Zealand Police to bring neighbours together to discuss setting it up. Every group is different in how it chooses to operate. Our policy is whatever works best for your area!

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2114 days ago

Sean Rush - Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Hi, I'm Sean Rush and I am the Portfolio lead for Wellington's '3 waters' and represent the Wellington City Council on the Whaitua Committee.

We have considerable challenges to maintain our current network and be prepared for growth. Maintaining a balance between delivering … View more
Hi, I'm Sean Rush and I am the Portfolio lead for Wellington's '3 waters' and represent the Wellington City Council on the Whaitua Committee.

We have considerable challenges to maintain our current network and be prepared for growth. Maintaining a balance between delivering affordable, clean and sufficient water must be balanced with ensuring our take does not adversely affect the eco-systems of the relevant waterways or result in environmentally harmful discharges.

Connect with us to talk about what we can do together. You can reach us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz. To see what we have been doing visit our Facebook page, and to share what you value about our water and your solutions have your say by following the link below.

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