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I know there are a lot of musical people in Kapiti! So I just wanted to let you all know that our local music store has some great Christmas specials, and they are open every day until Christmas!!
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The festive season is nearly here—what better way to celebrate than by giving yourself or others the chance to win a stunning, brand-new home in Clarks Beach, Auckland!
Valued at over $1 million, this fully furnished home features three bedrooms, plus a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and … View moreThe festive season is nearly here—what better way to celebrate than by giving yourself or others the chance to win a stunning, brand-new home in Clarks Beach, Auckland!
Valued at over $1 million, this fully furnished home features three bedrooms, plus a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area.
Make it your dream home, a holiday retreat, a rental property, or sell it—the choice is yours!
Tickets are just $15 each, and every purchase helps fund life-saving heart research. Get yours today at heartlottery.org.nz.
What you need to know:
- A crash has prompted the closure of the Terrace Tunnel in Wellington.
- The NZ Transport Agency said an incident at 12.45pm on Wednesday had closed the tunnel in both directions of travel.
- Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
- Suggested … View moreWhat you need to know:
- A crash has prompted the closure of the Terrace Tunnel in Wellington.
- The NZ Transport Agency said an incident at 12.45pm on Wednesday had closed the tunnel in both directions of travel.
- Motorists were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
- Suggested detour routes are: For northbound traffic use Willis Street onto Ghuznee Street onto the Terrace onto Everton Terrace onto Clifton Onramp.
For southbound traffic detour via Aotea Quay offramp.
Stay up to date on the Stuff website or NZTA website.
There's new ones every year, some become classics and some are not so good. What do you consider your favourite Christmas song.
And more importantly, what song would you ban? Share below!
Pack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the … View morePack your bags, hit the open road, or set sail on your next big adventure. With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.
While you’re off enjoying life, we’ll take care of everything back home – from mowing the lawns to watering the garden, pulling weeds, and even cleaning the windows.
Ryman residents are free to embrace adventure because they're not tied down with home maintenance stress and security worries. They're rediscovering lost passions and plunging headfirst into new ones whenever they feel like it.
Click find out more to discover the lifestyle.
Barbantia food processor for sale , daughter has just returned from UK with food processor don’t need two so mine goes up for sale .
Thank you to our generous supporters and the thousands of volunteers who have gifted their time, skills and aroha this year to our diverse communities
Our team wish you a happy and relaxing holiday season.
We are taking break. Our three offices will close on 20 December and re-open on 15 … View moreThank you to our generous supporters and the thousands of volunteers who have gifted their time, skills and aroha this year to our diverse communities
Our team wish you a happy and relaxing holiday season.
We are taking break. Our three offices will close on 20 December and re-open on 15 January
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Harakeke (Phormium Tenax), Phormium Cookianum, Emerald dwarf Tenax, Carex...
Trees such as Northern Rata, Rewarewa, Olearia Paniculata, Corokia Geentys Green, Matai, Nikau … View moreFAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Harakeke (Phormium Tenax), Phormium Cookianum, Emerald dwarf Tenax, Carex...
Trees such as Northern Rata, Rewarewa, Olearia Paniculata, Corokia Geentys Green, Matai, Nikau Palms, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Griselinia, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, Clematis, etc etc.
We are wanting to clear our stock of Kauri tree's and have some very healthy larger specimens at 1m+ and smaller 30cm+/- available. Limited stocks... buy the lot less $33%.
Also Nikau Palms are on special at around 700mm-1m @ $10 per 10cm height (normally $15 per 10cm). so... 1m metre specimen at $100.00.
If needing native plants and want to view our range, please phone to arrange a time to visit:
0274 933 626 (Appointment required - We are around most days so let us know)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz...
Have a particular native in mind or have a question, please message or phone me...
It's well over a year since the 2023 election. Whether you were pleased with the result or not, we'd love to know how you are feeling about the changes the government have made so far?
Share your thoughts below.
Special Children's Christmas Parties held their Wellington event at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.
Special … View moreSpecial Children's Christmas Parties held their Wellington event at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua recently inviting hundreds of special needs children and their caregivers to a fun day of free entertainment, food and also took home three quality toys to call their own.
Special Children's Christmas Parties have been organising these events for over 25 years across a number of main centres throughout New Zealand.
Now, every year in New Zealand, nearly 10,000 Kiwi children with special needs, challenging life or health circumstances are invited to a party like no other.
The annual event is made possible by many local businesses supporting this event including Neighbourly.co.nz.
To be a part of this special event next year, please contact Aidan Belsham - Aidan@scevents.co.nz
You could receive $2,000 + GST from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to give your space a fresh new look.
Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!
Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new … View moreYou could receive $2,000 + GST from the RhinoKids Flooring Fund to give your space a fresh new look.
Plus, one lucky organisation will win a $20,000 flooring makeover!
Is the flooring at your school, early childhood, community or sports centre old and threadbare? Or perhaps you have a new space where there’s no flooring at all. Apply Now
Carpet Court is continuing its mission to help improve Kiwi kids’ learning environments by rolling out its’ nationwide fund for the fifth year in a row.Apply today
Kapiti Soroptimists and Kapiti Health Advisory Group have collaborated to print a selection of clear, simple recipe cards for preparing tasty, cheap nourishing family meals. Paraparaumu Foodbank are the first to have them but expect to see the cards pop up all over the Kapiti Coast.
William Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring … View moreWilliam Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring festive cheer without the stress. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options or simple ways to enhance your celebrations, these tips will make your Christmas brighter and more enjoyable.
Click read more for Suellen’s tips.
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