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Departing Wellington Airport, this fully hosted 8-day tour makes it easy to explore one of New Zealand’s most remote and fascinating places. Stay in a comfortable lodge with stunning coastal views, set on a working coastal farm, enjoy home-cooked meals, meet the locals, and take a day trip to … View moreDeparting Wellington Airport, this fully hosted 8-day tour makes it easy to explore one of New Zealand’s most remote and fascinating places. Stay in a comfortable lodge with stunning coastal views, set on a working coastal farm, enjoy home-cooked meals, meet the locals, and take a day trip to Pitt Island. With just 10–12 guests per tour, it’s relaxed, personal, and completely unique.
Next departure: 20–27 November 2025
Get in quick - bookings close 15 August.
Found a black ‘resurgence gear’ bag on the road outside of paraparaumu golf course. Has a Toyota car key with a ‘delinquent’ tag on it. Let me know if you know who’s this is.
TE HORO HALL QUIZ NIGHT is NEXT WEEK!!!!
Help fundraise for ongoing restoration of historic Te Horo Hall - our next goal is to reclad the exterior.
Don’t delay, book NOW – see Q&A’s below……
QUESTIONS:
1. When is quiz night?
… View moreTE HORO HALL QUIZ NIGHT is NEXT WEEK!!!!
Help fundraise for ongoing restoration of historic Te Horo Hall - our next goal is to reclad the exterior.
Don’t delay, book NOW – see Q&A’s below……
QUESTIONS:
1. When is quiz night?
2. Where is it?
3. How many to a team?
4. How much is it to enter?
5. Is it BYO?
6. Where does the money go?
7. Can I enter without a team?
8. Will I enjoy myself?
9. How do I enter?
10. When should I enter?
ANSWERS:
1. Thursday 31 July.
2. Te Horo Hall.
3. Maximum of 8.
4. $15 per person.
5. Yes, drinks and nibbles.
6. Towards recladding of the Te Horo Hall.
7. Yes, we will make a team up.
8. Absolutely.
9. Go to www.tehorohall.org.nz...
10. Now!
Low-cost easy night out with friends. See you there!
Kiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!
The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free … View moreKiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!
The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free sanctuaries, and are the descendants of just 5 birds which had been translocated to Kapiti Island from South Westland in 1912.
The March discovery in the remote Adams Wilderness Area, on the West Coast, is definitely choice news.
Ka pai to the amazing investigation team: DOC biodiversity ranger Iain Graham and his conservation dog, Brew!
We hope this news brings a smile!
Dying Matters Week is 1st - 7th Sept. In the lead up, you might like to share a poem, story or art about someone you loved. Check the photo for more details.
If you want to know when we have a new exhibition in the gallery, please send me your email (jeanneboland@xtra.co.nz) to add to our notification list. We are not going to use Neighbourly after this month.
Transform an old window into a handy cold frame decorated in Resene Kwila Timber Stain and Resene Lustacryl that you can move around the garden to extend your growing season. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek … View moreThe Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek employment when you’re 50+. Many factors - from financial to social pressures - are keeping people in the workforce longer. The reality is that times are tough, even for our most experienced workers: of those receiving Jobseeker benefit, a third are 50-64 years old.
We want to know: Have you felt overlooked in the job market?
Do you have advice for your community on how to stand out in an increasingly crowded job seeker market?
Share your experience below!
📖 Want to read more from the 'Work, Interrupted' series?
Work, Interrupted: The kids, the mortgage, but no job. What next?
Young and shut out: Gen Z face the harshest job market in years
Work, Interrupted: Is 50 the new 60? Older workers battling algorithms to get CVs seen
These are in good condition...need a bit of a clean, few marks here and there. very comfy. Free.
Must be pick up only. Central Paraparaumu
2 seater has both footrests working as does the recliner
FOR SALE - located in Kapiti
2003 Make: MERCEDES-BENZ
SPRINTER, Manual , Submodel: 313CDI 4025 VAN
Body Style: Light Van
Gross Vehicle Mass: 3,490kg’s
Milage: 95,306
RUC: pd to 99,247kms
Reg exp 19 Feb 2026, WOF: Jan 2026
… View moreFOR SALE - located in Kapiti
2003 Make: MERCEDES-BENZ
SPRINTER, Manual , Submodel: 313CDI 4025 VAN
Body Style: Light Van
Gross Vehicle Mass: 3,490kg’s
Milage: 95,306
RUC: pd to 99,247kms
Reg exp 19 Feb 2026, WOF: Jan 2026
Next Service due at 108,000kms
Towbar: Max rating 2000kgs
2 new front tyres, new disc brakes & rotors
Certified Self Contained for 2 occupants. Fresh water tank 122l, Grey Water 180l, Thetford Cassette Toilet (C200) 17l.
CSC exp May 2028 (current blue sticker certified has not been converted to green yet)
Converted to Camper approx 2017. Before then was a Defense Force vehicle hence the low milage.
Diesel heater: Webasto Air top 2000
Gas oven and 4 burner hob: Dometic Coe-Full
240w/battery fridge with icebox
Shower
Hot Water Boiler: Truma BN14 (14Litres)
External handheld shower hose
RSE tv with built-in DVD player. NZ Automatic Satellite Dish
Fiamma Awning F45S
2 x Solar Panels: Projecta solar charge controller. DCDC adapter. 2 x 120 amp house battery. Victronconnect shunt to monitor battery health. 1000watt inverter.
WOEF (warrant of Electrical Fitness) Issued Jul 2024, Exp July 2028.
Sleeps 2 in either a queen bed or 2 singles
Reason for selling: Upgraded to bigger motorhome. Please contact for more photos.
This is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in… View moreThis is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in any service, sector or field.
Take a moment to nominate the deserving individuals in your life who are making a difference every day, either in our villages or in the wider community.
Follow the link below, and let’s make their stories known!
A second person has just called in sick for this workshop, scheduled for Saturday, so I have one place available if you can jump in at short notice. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced artists. All materials and refreshments provided.
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WEAVERS GROUP
Do you weave or would like to weave? Come and join us, 2nd Wednesdays at 1.30pm, 4th Fridays at 10.00am at the Waikanae Arts & Craft Rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). Everyone welcome!
Contact - Feriel Falconer 021 263 1472
Prue … View moreWEAVERS GROUP
Do you weave or would like to weave? Come and join us, 2nd Wednesdays at 1.30pm, 4th Fridays at 10.00am at the Waikanae Arts & Craft Rooms, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). Everyone welcome!
Contact - Feriel Falconer 021 263 1472
Prue Oxley 027 844 7296
For 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To … View moreFor 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving Neighbourly readers $15 off their next purchase on the GrabOne website. Minimum spend $75.
Discover limited daily deals, flash sales with unbeatable prices, and activities in your own backyard. Plus, keep an eye out for 15 special giveaways happening across our social pages this month.
Thanks for supporting GrabOne over the years. Here’s to even more great experiences to come!
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