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Youth Impact is bringing the energy to Youth Week!
Mark your calendars - they’re hosting a Volunteer Expo to connect young people with causes that matter 💛
🗓 Thursday 22 May
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Te Tai Ohinga Youth Hub, 203 Willis Street
Come through to meet local organisations,… View moreYouth Impact is bringing the energy to Youth Week!
Mark your calendars - they’re hosting a Volunteer Expo to connect young people with causes that matter 💛
🗓 Thursday 22 May
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Te Tai Ohinga Youth Hub, 203 Willis Street
Come through to meet local organisations, explore volunteer roles and find your place in the community. It’s all about rangatahi making a difference ✨
HOME GYM..FOLD UP, SET OF GOLF CLUBS AND BAG, ..SQUASH RACHETS X2, EXERCYCLE..PRICES NEGOTIABLE..THANKS
Ryman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every … View moreRyman resident, Judy Harvey likes nothing better than to read a good book, take up a spot of crochet or tend to her pot plants.
But there is another more adventurous side to grandmother-of-six Judy, who admits she is something of an adrenalin junkie with a secret ambition to complete every bungee jump in New Zealand!
In March, Judy and her husband Howard were on a trip to Queenstown when Judy decided she wanted to do the 43m bungee jump from Kawerau Bridge.
Click read more for the full story.
Our amazing volunteers will be out on the streets on 15 & 17 May, collecting to keep hospice care free for those who need it most.
Can’t give in person? Donate now
EMBROIDERED FEATHER CLASS
Book now!
A brand new, exciting workshop at our rooms for Friday 13 June for all levels of experience. The project has a choice of two colour ways, using metal thread, paint and stitching on silk and is run by Caroline Strachan, Textile Artist, Waikanae
Cost of a full … View moreEMBROIDERED FEATHER CLASS
Book now!
A brand new, exciting workshop at our rooms for Friday 13 June for all levels of experience. The project has a choice of two colour ways, using metal thread, paint and stitching on silk and is run by Caroline Strachan, Textile Artist, Waikanae
Cost of a full day workshop is $45. A kit is provided.
Contact Donna 0212550519 or donna.kennedy72@outlook.com
Asian Savour World Pty Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Binggrae brand Power Cap Watermelon flavoured Ice Tube due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this… View moreAsian Savour World Pty Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Binggrae brand Power Cap Watermelon flavoured Ice Tube due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this recall does not affect you.
READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...
PAINTING GROUP
If you are interested in painting or drawing and want to meet up with like minded, creative people, come along to our painting groups, Tuesday morning between 9.30am and 11.30am or Saturday morning between 10.00am and 12.30pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway … View morePAINTING GROUP
If you are interested in painting or drawing and want to meet up with like minded, creative people, come along to our painting groups, Tuesday morning between 9.30am and 11.30am or Saturday morning between 10.00am and 12.30pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (across the railway line). Everyone Welcome!
Contact -
Tuesdays Jenni England 022 072 7332
Pat Cross 022 646 3903
Saturdays Angela McArthur 021 138 6885
Anthea Kenney 027 644 3433
With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.
If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you … View moreCome and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around. Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Plus, when you sign up for an independent apartment or townhouse before 30 June 2025 you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year.*
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply.
Are you great at spotting opportunities and building connections?
Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for a volunteer to support their fundraising and partnership mahi. Your work will directly support life-changing mentoring relationships in our community.
You can register your interest by … View moreAre you great at spotting opportunities and building connections?
Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for a volunteer to support their fundraising and partnership mahi. Your work will directly support life-changing mentoring relationships in our community.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#9025) on our website.
Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Red Van Plants & seedlings, Fresh Flowers, Locally grown Avocados, Freshly picked Blueberries. Walnuts, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees … View moreCome on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Red Van Plants & seedlings, Fresh Flowers, Locally grown Avocados, Freshly picked Blueberries. Walnuts, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Sewing Crafts, Clothing, Hand Made Mini Light Houses & Bird Houses, Rawleighs Products, Good quality Bric-a-Brac, Records, Books, and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, visit the market and the local shops- See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL
Air fryers have surged in popularity in recent years, with their uses expanding well beyond chips — from cooking meats to baking desserts.
Do you think the air fryer could ever replace the traditional oven?
It's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi … View moreIt's NZ Music Month and singer-songwriter Lorde is impressing the world again with a new single called 'What Was That' which is at number one in the US Spotify charts and second in the New Zealand charts.
Let's celebrate all of our homegrown talent this month, share one Kiwi song that you still absolutely love?
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