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We don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.
When you donate one of… View moreWe don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.
When you donate one of our Winter Essential Packs, 100% of your donation will go to families in need this winter. Let's not let the cost of living get in the way of giving. Together, we can make hope the headline
Grunty Pump for fish tanks.
CF 500.
Easy to clean the filters.
290mm high x 180 x 180 base .
Grunty Aqua 1000 Pump for 1 to 2 fish tanks.
We had this running successfully on two tanks that were connected together.
Easy to clean the filters.
340mm high x 220 x 220 base.
Glass fish tank suitable for many reasons.
860mm wide, 400mm front to back, and 460mm high.
Pump available as a separate purchase - refer other listing.
Glass fish tank suitable for many reasons.
915mm wide, 360mm front to back, and 365mm high.
Pump available - refer other listing.
Great bench-top tank suitable for most rooms.
510mm wide, 340mm front to back, and 465mm high.
Includes air pump + heater + heavy sand that stays at the bottom of the tank.
Venue:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall,
Address:- 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach
Date and Time:- Sunday 9 July 10am – 1pm
Enjoy a Sunday outing with your family and friends and include a visit to this great, friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a … View moreVenue:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall,
Address:- 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach
Date and Time:- Sunday 9 July 10am – 1pm
Enjoy a Sunday outing with your family and friends and include a visit to this great, friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and GIFTS including:
* Jaylons Bakery - Yummy baking treats, Biscuits and Loaves including Keto and Gluten Free
* Red Van - Plants, Seedlings and Freshly cut Flowers
* Gold Medal Award winning local Olive Oil including Gift Packs
* Local Waikanae Honey
* This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Dressings and Beverages etc.
* Preserves
* Body Soaps/Butter
* Kindling Wood
* Novelty Crayons for the Kids
* Perrott Fish - Crochet Toys
* Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags, scarves, aprons and face masks etc. etc
* Pottery & Paintings
* A variety of handmade Jewellery
* A wide variety of Homewares including hand made quilts, pillow cases and cushions
* JUNK FOR JOY - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including furniture
* Much much more.
Escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy the rest of the day in Kāpiti at other events and attractions including maybe lunch at one of our many cafes.
Why not meet up with a friend or 2 or other Family members and enjoy an outing at this great Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!!
The next daytime meeting will be held on Wednesday 12 July
10am in the Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Main Street, Otaki.
More details below
Hi there
Having a fishing gear clean out
Shimano tld 20
New braid and serviced
Diawa rod
Excellent condition
Too many rods
Buyer will be very happy… View moreHi there
Having a fishing gear clean out
Shimano tld 20
New braid and serviced
Diawa rod
Excellent condition
Too many rods
Buyer will be very happy
Call paul
02102275950
$250.00
Waikanae
This is a wonderful event, held indoors at the Otaki Maori Race Course in Te Roto Drive. All welcome so come along and enjoy the creativity and have a go at making a Matariki Star.
Has some fading on table top. (have tried to show in photo 3). Sturdy and has original caps on feet. Approx; L.120cm. W. 80cm.(at widest part) H. 77cm. Also listed elsewhere.
Everyone has a story to tell. We talk about them all the time. Capturing your story either one-on-one, or in a fun community environment can be a very rewarding project. It's a great way to preserve your memories/family history, re-connect with whanau and friends, and a treasure for future … View moreEveryone has a story to tell. We talk about them all the time. Capturing your story either one-on-one, or in a fun community environment can be a very rewarding project. It's a great way to preserve your memories/family history, re-connect with whanau and friends, and a treasure for future generations. The upcoming series of 5-weekly 2.5-hour community workshops commence on Friday 21st July in Paraparaumu. These workshops are very popular. For more information, or to reserve your place contact Angela at kiaora@angelarobertson.nz or ring 027 633 2821.
6 July, 2023
Rates increase of 8.87 percent for Horowhenua residents which includes a 7 percent general rate and 1.87 percent "growth" rate .
Horowhenua District Council group manager organisation performance Jacinta Straker said the growth rate of 1.87 percent is based on the … View more6 July, 2023
Rates increase of 8.87 percent for Horowhenua residents which includes a 7 percent general rate and 1.87 percent "growth" rate .
Horowhenua District Council group manager organisation performance Jacinta Straker said the growth rate of 1.87 percent is based on the estimated number of new builds (housing) and sub-division development expected to come on stream this year.
At the Council meeting on 28 June when the rate was set Mayor Bernie Wanden said the Council was adopting a budget that was "not balanced."
"We are starting the year in deficit which is responsible but not prudent," he said.
The proposed budget was estimated on a shift from rating on Land Values to Capital Values which did not proceed after overwhelming opposition by the community.
The majority of submitters said they were potentially facing rates increases of between 12 and 30 percent if general rating on Capital Value was introduced.
The Council's consultation document on proposed amendments to the 20 Year Long Term Plan indicated residents of Foxton, Shannon, Tokomaru, Waikawa Beach, Ohau and Waitarere Beach would have faced minimum rates increases of 18 percent, 15.4 percent, 11.86 percent, 14.29 percent, 13.34 percent and 10.27 respectively under Capital Value rating.
Yet despite this two organisations with a mandate to represent their communities of interest - Horowhenua District Ratepayer and Residents Association (HDRRA) and Horowhenua Greypower - made submissions in favour of Capital Value rating.
Long time HDRRA chair Christine Moriarty said in her submission HDRRA favoured rating on Capital Values because, "we believe this is the fairest option for the residents of Horowhenua."
"The present system disadvantaged urban properties because they carried a greater proportion of the annual rates burden," she said.
Horowhenua Greypower chair Terry Hemmingsen was also in favour of Capital Value even though he said in his submission, "there are major financial constraints being placed on our pensioners and others who are asset rich and very much cash poor."
Superannuitants comprise a quarter of the population in Horowhenua.
Horowhenua Greypower also gave a tick to Capital Value rating being introduced to support Library and Community Centres, Aquatics (swimming pool) and Representation and Governance.
During a verbal presentation on his submission Mr Hemmingsen said he "trusted" the Council to do the "right thing."
Ratepayers will receive their rates notice for the 2023-2024 financial year in August.
More on the changing face of Horowhenua coming up.
(Photos, from left: New builds in Levin, Horowhenua District Ratepayer and Residents Association (HDRRA) chair Christine Moriarty and Horowhenua Greypower chair Terry Hemmingsen)
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