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It's Christmas time and we love to celebrate! Please join us for afternoon tea, Christmas carols and a story (which is a play!)
The service will be led by our Minister, Rev. Anna Gilkison.
Afternoon tea served from 2.45 pm. (We start before 3 pm so the children from kindergarten can join… View moreIt's Christmas time and we love to celebrate! Please join us for afternoon tea, Christmas carols and a story (which is a play!)
The service will be led by our Minister, Rev. Anna Gilkison.
Afternoon tea served from 2.45 pm. (We start before 3 pm so the children from kindergarten can join us after they finish their session).
Carols and story at 3.20 pm.
Free event. All ages welcome.
10 Weka Road, Raumati Beach.
www.kup.org.nz...
Join us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied by our … View moreJoin us for an afternoon of Christmas carols and cake!
Everyone is invited to share in the joy of Christmas at this free event.
Our relaxed sing-along service will be held in the Church Hall, where we’ll gather around tables, enjoy cake, and sing much-loved carols accompanied by our pianist.
If you’re unable to attend church on Sundays or during the Christmas season, this special afternoon service is just for you.
We’d love to celebrate Christmas with you!
Wall Print by P J Redoute - "Iris Samburina"
Black wooden frame with pale pink border.
Height - 87cm
Width - 66cm
Living & Co Premium Poster Frame surplus to requirements.
Suitable for vertical or horizontal wall mounting.
Height - 86.4cm
Width - 61.8cm
Offers over $5
“Van Gogh and Vino” paint and sip evening, Te Horo Community Hall fundraiser, Thursday 11th December, 7pm to 9pm, Te Horo Hall. Spaces filling up, limited to 20 people. Everything provided, just bring your favourite tipple for a fun night out.
Additional sessions are planned for the … View more“Van Gogh and Vino” paint and sip evening, Te Horo Community Hall fundraiser, Thursday 11th December, 7pm to 9pm, Te Horo Hall. Spaces filling up, limited to 20 people. Everything provided, just bring your favourite tipple for a fun night out.
Additional sessions are planned for the following week, now to be held at the Hall also.
Message for further info or scan the QR code for info and sign up details.
Only on Black Friday 28 October we have got two of our great range of ex-corporate laptops on special
Lenovo Gen 7 carbon X1,Intel i5 16gb ram, 256gb SSD NVME, Windows 11
$540.00 incl of GST. Normally $750.00
Lenovo Gen 8 carbon X1, Intel i5, 16gb ram, 256gb SSD NVME, Windows 11
$750.00 incl … View moreOnly on Black Friday 28 October we have got two of our great range of ex-corporate laptops on special
Lenovo Gen 7 carbon X1,Intel i5 16gb ram, 256gb SSD NVME, Windows 11
$540.00 incl of GST. Normally $750.00
Lenovo Gen 8 carbon X1, Intel i5, 16gb ram, 256gb SSD NVME, Windows 11
$750.00 incl of GST. Normally $1000
Data transfer and other options available
The Computer Place
7 Hinemoa Street
Paraparaumu
Kapiti Coast
Phone 04 2972226
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Consider all options approx 5 - 10 ltrs. 021390260
Christmas is nigh! Individual designs - decorated Christmas Cakes and Cookies for your Christmas table - Kapiti Food Fair - Sat. 6th December.
Your location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy … View moreYour location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy caps, and the pressure they put on wages. Read more about how the GP lottery impacts you in Harriet Laughton's piece in The Post.
Did you know there’s a global shortage of sweet pea seeds?
In Aotearoa New Zealand, dedicated gardeners are working to revive authentic sweet pea varieties and keep their beauty blooming for generations to come 🌸🪻🌻
Read more about their efforts here.
We hope this brings a smile!
Sale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus… View moreSale plants!
Nikau Palms (1m+) $100 each (SPECIAL PRICE!)
Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $3.50 each plus many more at great prices!
We have a wide range or other plants - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes,
Hedging/windbreaks - Pitto Teneufolium, Olearia Paniculata, Grisilinia, Corokia Geentys Green..
- other trees we have Lemonwood, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
If needing native plants, please phone to arrange a visit:
0274 933 626 (-: Appointment required :-)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz....................................
Have a particular native in mind, please text me...
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view our range of native plants!
Hey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts … View moreHey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts all year long.
Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle … View moreScams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle products.
FEAR: ‘Limited time deals’ messaging, fake ‘missed delivery’ updates
✋ Remember the SCAMS red flags:
Surprise contact
Control or pressure
Access to your device
Money request
Stop and seek support
If you think you’ve been scammed, stop contact, call your bank, and change your passwords.
You might know the city’s streets today, but what about its past? A Kiwi historian has just published a fascinating book exploring Wellington’s Victorian streets.
We’re curious: Do our Wellington neighbours have any favourite historic spots to share? ✨
"How could God do this to me, after all I've done for Him?!"
Louis 14th, the 'Sun King' of France
Cheers Mike
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