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Good condition, 53cm frame so suit quite a tall person.
Please call 021 972 702 if interested.
Also still available jigsaw, tv and cabinet, assorted hand tools, pull out bed etc. Here till 12pm Saturday.
29 Sweetman Ave, Paraparaumu Beach
Small businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by … View moreSmall businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by Neighbourly members around the country!
This lucky business will walk away with $10,000 worth of prizes!
Please take a couple of minutes to read the nominations below - then vote for the business you'd like to see named 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero.
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NORTHLAND: Wayne and Kate - Engraving Systems
"Wayne and Kate have been trying to support all the local sports clubs and businesses with great service and going that extra mile to help. They really have brought some life back into the community and should be acknowledged and rewarded for all the hard work."
AUCKLAND: Lynnae Palu - F45 Training Takapuna
"With no ability to trade in Level 3 or above, they still keep their members engaged and motivated with online workouts and daily challenges even though memberships are on hold and the gym is closed. They really are more like a family than a gym ❤️."
WAIKATO: Team at Incredible India - Incredible India Restaurant
"Not only do they make the most authentic, delicious Indian food. Their service is thoughtful and kind. We always feel appreciated for using their establishment, either by the warm greeting we get, the offer of a drink if we are waiting for take-out and their cute handwritten messages on the carry bag of dinner. They put the effort into the whole package not just making money."
BAY OF PLENTY: Team at Benny and Brew - Benny and Brew
"Our neighbourhood was missing a great cafe and meeting place. Since Benny and Brew have opened they have given our neighbourhood a massive lift. It's a place where you go for the people and the food and drink are delicious which is icing on the cake. For a bit, they were operating as a French bistro and the food was to die for! These guys have worked so hard and brought such joy to our neighbourhood"
HAWKE’S BAY - GISBORNE: Jazz and his family - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store
"Every member of this family who serves in the shop are very friendly, helpful and always smiling. They get to know all their customers and I have never walked into a shop that makes you feel so welcome. During our first lockdown for Covid, they put food such as milk, bread, out for people who may need it free of charge."
TARANAKI: Reece and family - Valentine's Valet
"Reece the owner of Valentine’s Valet, often helped by his Dad, mainly deals with lawns and gardens but he runs both a Carpet Cleaning and a Car Buffing business also. He is extremely hard-working, helpful and friendly and is happy to do the odd job that doesn’t fall into one of his usual categories. He comes to us fortnightly and we could not do without him. If anyone deserves an award it is — Reece Valentine!"
MANAWATU-WANGANUI: Jamie - JD Hair Design
"Jamie is amazing - not only does he offer incredible haircuts at an affordable price he is a genuinely caring man. With a heart of gold, everyone is whānau to him and he treats you like it. I always leave his salon looking fabulous but also feeling fabulous. He is the type of man that fills your inner well of good feelings while he makes you feel and look special."
WELLINGTON: Meredith and Craig - Avalon Service Centre
"Meredith and Craig Butland and their team do a wonderful job and go the extra mile to make sure every job is to the customer's satisfaction. They drop people at their workplaces and pick them up when work on the car is finished. They take the time to talk to customers about anything and are great neighbours to the local residents. Avalon Service Centre are definitely our local heroes in Avalon."
NELSON - MARLBOROUGH: Mary Jane and Colin - Lemon Tree Lane
"Lemon Tree Lane is a great big little gift shop. I am so grateful for Mary Jane and Colin's 'You are very welcome' and 'it's no trouble at all' attitude. Their prices are very reasonable, they always happily gift wrap with beautiful papers and ribbons as a part of their service. I truly can't speak highly enough of this community-minded couple and their classy, extensive range of items that never leave us disappointed."
CANTERBURY - WEST: Troy Cameron - ATC Accounting Services
"Troy Cameron is a local accountant. He is an awesome family man and it is not unusual to see Matilda, his Kune Kune pig, snuggled up with his dog and daughter in his lounge. It was the flying pig on his flyer that made me call him 2 years ago and as we had just gone into business which was scary in itself, let alone dealing with an accountant, we have never looked back. Troy goes the extra mile and his fees are more than reasonable"
OTAGO - SOUTHLAND: Richard Smith - CJ Sinclair
"The owner is Richard Smith whose family have been in the motor trade in the Ranfurly Naseby area for over 100 years. During the last years lock down our car broke down leaving us feeling quite uncomfortable as we live some distance from medical & other services. Richard came to our rescue. We need such companies and people in our rural areas. Richard demonstrates such excellent attributes required in our area."
Up to 60% off awesome floor stock specials, plus 15% off the Ecosmart Fire range.
LEARN TO DRAW
I am running a Monday evening class for complete beginners. You can learn to draw the image below in one term of drawing. Everyone learns by activating their right hemisphere which is visual and creative.
Class starts on Monday the3rd of May at 7pm. $260 for the term is all you have … View moreLEARN TO DRAW
I am running a Monday evening class for complete beginners. You can learn to draw the image below in one term of drawing. Everyone learns by activating their right hemisphere which is visual and creative.
Class starts on Monday the3rd of May at 7pm. $260 for the term is all you have to pay. If an evening suits you take the plunge and sign up to learn to draw!
email kimbra.taylor@gmail.com
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Hi there can anyone please tell me how to change my address on neighbourly? I'm still local 🙂
Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to … View moreHi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to turn yellow or an infestation of bugs to set in.
We put some of your houseplant questions to the plant doctors from Kings Plant Barn to diagnose. Find their answers here.
Seeking Practitioners, Clinicians, Workshop/Class/Group Facilitators for a new, and exciting, Wellness Centre in Lindale, opening April 2021.
The Rezonate Wellness centre houses a beautiful reception, five treatment rooms, a relaxing kitchen/breakout area and a 9m x 4m classroom. All very … View moreSeeking Practitioners, Clinicians, Workshop/Class/Group Facilitators for a new, and exciting, Wellness Centre in Lindale, opening April 2021.
The Rezonate Wellness centre houses a beautiful reception, five treatment rooms, a relaxing kitchen/breakout area and a 9m x 4m classroom. All very tastefully and professionally decorated in a welcoming and relaxing environment.
The mission of the Rezonate Wellness Centre is to put the WE into Wellness by collaboratively and actively empowering clients to find peace of mind, life purpose, make beautiful connections while improving their overall health and wellbeing.
If you have experience in any of the following, facilitate classes, workshops or group events, or have other Wellness based experience, we want to hear from you.
• Beautician/Make-up
• Massage/Bodywork
• Acupuncture/Energy worker
• Counsellor/Coaching
• Homeopath/Herbalist
• Nutritionist/Dietician
• Men’s heath & wellbeing
• Children’s health & wellbeing
• Senior health & wellbeing
• Group / Class / Workshop Facilitator
Email Debby at: wellness@rezonate.co.nz confirming if you are a practitioner or facilitator, your service type and experience and your preferred days/time(s)
If you need any additional information, please contact us.
Another leaky building owned by the Kāpiti Coast District Council has been closed.
The Te Newhanga Community Centre was revealed to be affected by leaks, water damaged infrastructure, and toxic mould in 2019, months after another council-owned building, the Waikanae Public Library, was shut for … View moreAnother leaky building owned by the Kāpiti Coast District Council has been closed.
The Te Newhanga Community Centre was revealed to be affected by leaks, water damaged infrastructure, and toxic mould in 2019, months after another council-owned building, the Waikanae Public Library, was shut for the same reason.
Despite a call from a then-councillor to close the building for health reasons, the community centre remained open to the public. Nearly two years later the council has announced it will be shut until it can be rebuilt or replaced, after testing showed the amount of dangerous mould and moisture damage had increased.
The council said it was committed to rebuilding or replacing the building, proposing setting aside $5 million either this year or 2022.
But we do need to increase our prices. As of 1 April 2021 we need to charge a bit more for the power lines in the Kāpiti-Horowhenua region.
We don’t want to but the world has changed and we have to adapt. Keeping our teams safe and your power on, no matter what. The increase is about the … View moreBut we do need to increase our prices. As of 1 April 2021 we need to charge a bit more for the power lines in the Kāpiti-Horowhenua region.
We don’t want to but the world has changed and we have to adapt. Keeping our teams safe and your power on, no matter what. The increase is about the cost of a jar of jam a month (approx $2.50). Rest assured our bills are amongst the lowest in the country.
Get more information and download our free guide on power saving tips from savemoneyforjam.electra.co.nz
What do you think is going on here? and yes that is Richard Seddon in the picture.
Woolworths NZ Ltd is recalling a specific batch of Woolworths brand Snap Frozen Cauliflower Rice as the product may contain foreign matter (pieces of wood). Affected products should not be consumed.
Read More: www.mpi.govt.nz...
Get in quick to make the most of the last few weeks of our Heat Pump Service - Summer Special!
Only $129.95 till the end of March.
Click 'read more' below to book now or call us on 04 298 7053 🗲
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In commemoration of Anzac Day, Stuff is looking for letters sent from loved ones during times of war.
We know these letters will have been passed down and may be very significant to your family.
These letters will remain with you- we will just take a copy, which will be published as part of our … View moreIn commemoration of Anzac Day, Stuff is looking for letters sent from loved ones during times of war.
We know these letters will have been passed down and may be very significant to your family.
These letters will remain with you- we will just take a copy, which will be published as part of our Anzac Day coverage.
If you have any letters you would like to share, please email nicholas.boyack@stufff.co.nz
Please put "War Letters to Home" in the subject line.
Hi neighbours,
Want to know when it's your turn to get the Covid-19 vaccine?
An online tool (click on Read More) which can help New Zealanders figure out which vaccination group they’re in has been released.
The questionnaire is available on the Unite Against Covid-19 website.
Users answer … View moreHi neighbours,
Want to know when it's your turn to get the Covid-19 vaccine?
An online tool (click on Read More) which can help New Zealanders figure out which vaccination group they’re in has been released.
The questionnaire is available on the Unite Against Covid-19 website.
Users answer a short series of questions about their health, location, job, and life situation.
The results tell them which of the four main vaccination groups they’re in, and when they can expect to get their vaccine.
Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said the tool also provided more information about who is in each group.
“So if you’re a healthcare worker or work in a long-term residential environment, for example, it will provide an indication when you can expect to get vaccinated.
“You don’t need to provide any information that could be used to identify you, and the information you do provide isn’t saved once you leave the web page.”
The ministry said it was in the process of being translated into 24 languages, which would start to appear on the website from Monday.
The website page and online tool will be updated as the vaccine roll-out plan scales up.
“As we move through the roll-out of the vaccination programme, we want people to be as informed as soon as possible about when they can expect to be vaccinated.
“This tool is designed to make that as easy as possible,” Bloomfield said.
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