234 days ago

How to sculpt a Hand-built Vase with Ceramic Artist Val Ong

Franklin Arts Centre from Franklin Arts Centre

Sculpt a Hand-built Vase
With ceramic artist Val Ong
Saturday 10 May
10am – 12pm
$5 booking fee

To book your place: www.eventfinda.co.nz...

In this workshop, you will be creating a vase using hand-building techniques. We will look at different ways to form, texture and colour your piece. You are welcome to take cues from the Portage Ceramic Collection, which is on display nearby, or follow your own ideas.

All vases will be glazed-fired and ready to collect at a later date.

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More messages from your neighbours
8 days ago

Aucklanders, we want to know: How are you feeling about the current property market?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand homeowners are now more likely to sell at a loss than at any time since 2013, and if you’re in Auckland or Wellington, the odds are even higher.

But there is a silver lining: buyers are still in a strong position when it comes to negotiating prices.

So we’re curious…
How are you feeling about the current property market?

If you’re keen to dive into the details, Deborah Morris breaks down all the latest insights.

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5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.3% Yes
    53.3% Complete
  • 46.7% No
    46.7% Complete
1669 votes
10 hours ago

Roadworks on Great South Road, Bombay

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From late November 2025 to February 2026 there will be roadworks on Great South Road near SH1 Bombay interchange.
 
Works will include weigh plate and electronic sign installation at separate locations as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Programme. 
 
Find out how it will affect your journey through the area.
Find out more

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