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The Round Tuit Group
If you have any projects that are waiting till you get " round to it" or if you would like to start a new project, then come & join our group. We are a small, creative, friendly group and we always have a variety of projects on the go. We meet on the 1st, 3rd … View moreThe Round Tuit Group
If you have any projects that are waiting till you get " round to it" or if you would like to start a new project, then come & join our group. We are a small, creative, friendly group and we always have a variety of projects on the go. We meet on the 1st, 3rd & 4th Wednesday of each month 10am- 3pm & 2nd Wednesday 10am-1pm, 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). All welcome!
Contact Karen 021 139 3955
Wear a frock in February to support our Soroptimist National Project.
Box dimensions 18cm x 13.5cm internal storage.
8 small boxes 4cm square for screws, beads, buttons with a place to put a label.
2 large trays 16.5cm x 8.3cm one 3cm deep and 2cm deep.
Great for sewing/craft activities small tool storage etc.
Options to have different color lid, red, … View moreBox dimensions 18cm x 13.5cm internal storage.
8 small boxes 4cm square for screws, beads, buttons with a place to put a label.
2 large trays 16.5cm x 8.3cm one 3cm deep and 2cm deep.
Great for sewing/craft activities small tool storage etc.
Options to have different color lid, red, orange,blue, green.
Also different colour boxes including pink, purple, white.
With Valentines Day approaching fast why not bring your Valentine along to the Market and discover hand made treasures and local creativity by highly talented stallholders where every piece tells a story.
You will find a huge variety of quality items and gifts along with locally produced award … View moreWith Valentines Day approaching fast why not bring your Valentine along to the Market and discover hand made treasures and local creativity by highly talented stallholders where every piece tells a story.
You will find a huge variety of quality items and gifts along with locally produced award winning Olive Oil, Local Honey, Garden Art, Woodwork, jewellery, up-cycled and re-purposed items and lots lots more.
Bring the kids along and meet local author Mik Peryer and view his latest Children's Adventure books. Buy one and ask him to personally sign it for you.
Meet up with Family and Friends with a visit to this great friendly Community Market then spend the rest of the day at other events and attractions including a visit to our lovely beaches and cafes.
Don't miss it... support local!
Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.
Share a photo in the comments below
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, Olive Oil, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Sewing Crafts, Clothing,… 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, Olive Oil, Yummy Local Waikanae Honey, Bees Wax, Sewing Crafts, Clothing, Hand Made Mini Light Houses & Bird Houses, Rawleigh's Products, Good quality Bric-a-Brac, Records, Books, Knitted Baby Booties, New Knitting Wool, and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, visit the market and the local shops- See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Here is a small selection of the roles we have listed under ‘Practical Help’ on our website. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your local community, meet new people and have fun!
If these roles don’t suit, we have hundreds more available on our website.
✅ Event … View moreHere is a small selection of the roles we have listed under ‘Practical Help’ on our website. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your local community, meet new people and have fun!
If these roles don’t suit, we have hundreds more available on our website.
✅ Event Coordinator (ID# 8827) - The Southend Business Group (SEBG) is seeking an organised and enthusiastic volunteer to help plan their Fun Run course, manage registrations and coordinate event-day activities.
✅ Shift Supervisor (ID# 8850) - The Free Store is looking for a shift supervisor to ensure the smooth operation of specific spaces, including the kitchen/dishes, trolley collections, and container sorting/hand-out areas.
✅ Sales Assistant (ID# 8841) - Vinnies in Brooklyn is looking for a senior sales assistant to support the manager and assistant manager.
✅ Market Bookings Manager (ID# 8851) - Hataitai Community House are looking for a reliable and organized Market Bookings Manager for their quarterly market in Wellington.
Mark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so … View moreMark Elliott from Shirley in Christchurch has won the category of Best Loved Lawn for his lush green masterpiece. Congratulations, Mark!
We spoke with his about his process to keep his lawn beautiful and there may be some blades of advice for your own backyard.
Mark has a huge backyard so during Covid times, he decided to renovate the lawn and garden just for something to do. It’s turned into a passion.
His lawn is 100% rye grass - sourced from Prebble Seeds Turf World who supply many golf courses around New Zealand. In the summer he mows it every 2-3 days, sometimes daily, and waters the lawn with a deep soak of about an hour at a time, 2-3 times a week. He uses a granular slow release lawn fertiliser and other liquid fertilisers also.
Mark shares:
'I would say the secret to getting a good lawn is consistent mowing - at least twice a week. Maybe buy a bulk bag of slow release lawn fertiliser from a wholesaler. Keep the grass longer and just take the very top off the blade when you mow. It promotes growth, thickens it up and will really help with stopping weeds - oh, and water. Expect a water bill if you want a good lawn.'
The first photo below shows the 'Before' shot, 4 years ago. Give Mark a Like on this post if you think his lawn is pretty top notch!
It's a debate that resurfaces each year as weather hits its peak just as kids head back to school.
Traditionally, we've paired the school holidays in NZ with the Christmas period, but would a shift to February make more sense for everyone?
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most … View moreThe Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and this week we want you to show us YOUR luscious patch of green (and be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher).
There's three fun categories for you to enter so save your photos for the following categories of Best Floral Garden and Most Creative Backyard Build.
But this week, the category is BEST LOVED LAWN
So share a photo, or photos, in a comment below of your immaculate (or interesting!) lawn to be in to win. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃
Hi everyone!
Benefit Advocacy Kapiti meets every Monday between 1.00pm and 3.00pm in the Citizens Advice Bureau offices.
Do pop in and see us if you need help or support. We are also available for meetings between Paekakariki and Otaki by appointment 😊😊😊
Hi neighbours!
We've got two new beginner Paint Pouring workshops coming up in March, one at the Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society and the second at Big Macs Slabs. See posters attached!
Limited seats available!
Anyone can give it a go! You don't have to be an artist :)
… View moreHi neighbours!
We've got two new beginner Paint Pouring workshops coming up in March, one at the Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society and the second at Big Macs Slabs. See posters attached!
Limited seats available!
Anyone can give it a go! You don't have to be an artist :)
Thanks!
Kāpiti-Horowhenua was the warmest place in central New Zealand, and was very dry and sunny, although a little cooler than normal as was most of the country.
Our daily average maximum temperature was 22.2C, one degree cooler than the longtime average and two degrees cooler than January 2024. … View moreKāpiti-Horowhenua was the warmest place in central New Zealand, and was very dry and sunny, although a little cooler than normal as was most of the country.
Our daily average maximum temperature was 22.2C, one degree cooler than the longtime average and two degrees cooler than January 2024. Most unusually, temperatures in eastern regions such as Wairarapa, Marlborough and Nelson were lower than ours. It was as if east and west had been reversed. Persistent southerlies were likely responsible and affected these regions to a greater extent than in Kāpiti, but did cause our chilly mornings and resulted in five days that did not reach 20C. The highest temperatures of just under 29C were experienced over the last weekend.
Most of the month experienced drought conditions with virtually no rain. Only in the first and last weeks was there some rain with most of the around 55mm falling on the last few days. The historic average is 45mm.
Sunshine amounting to the equivalent of 20.5 sunny days was two above average and the same as January 2024, offering some compensation for December’s lowest in a decade.
February’s weather is usually very similar to January’s, but with signs of autumn becoming evident as the sun lowers in the sky.
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