Hokowhitu Village Centre sales
Final sale for the year - magnificent cook books, same price as all book sales, $2 each or 3 for $5. Buy a cook book for someone you love. Also selling collector items Dolls of the World, in original packaging, dozens to choose from. Check for prices on Sunday 19th December, at Hokowhitu Village Market, 9 am to 12.30 pm. Christmas raffle tickets for sale, doll with wardrobe of clothes, plus Christmas hampers (4 draws). Tickets $2 each or 3 for $5. Draw will take place at 12 midday. We still have plenty of books for sale, and jigsaws. See you there on Sunday
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.2% Yes
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34% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Suellen's Sweet Christmas Tradition
The festive season is the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth and to bring something truly special to the Christmas table. For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche !
An impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with delicate spun sugar, this classic dessert is a favourite at weddings across France and Italy and a much-loved Christmas tradition at home.
Click read more for the full recipe.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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