Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu

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2059 days ago

Enjoy Europe Day with a hamper of European goodies!

Delegation of the European Union to New Zealand

9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do … View more
9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do anything in person, we wanted to bring Europe to you. Answer our quiz and be in to win a $75 hamper from our friends at Le Marche Francais.

To find out more about the European Union (and maybe even the answers!) find us on @EUinNZ.
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2068 days ago

Mayor Gurunathan tells Wellington Council to do better

Alan from Raumati Beach

Kāpiti Mayor K. Gurunathan makes an unprecedented invasion into the territory of other politicians, calling on Wellington’s Mayor and Councillors to ‘pull finger.’

He’s making a public appeal to sort their differences for the sake of the Wellington Region’- bit.ly...

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2063 days ago

So True

Annette from Waikanae

Fussy Pussy

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2060 days ago

Paint a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kapiti

Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a … View more
Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a great way to introduce pops of colour that you might not be brave enough to attempt on a larger scale.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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2060 days ago

Getting married in New Zealand?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Coronavirus has us celebrating our local businesses, does that extend to your Big Day? We've spoken to wedding venues who are hopeful people will commit to a local wedding in the future. The Sunday Star-Times is keen to speak to a couple who have new plans to keep their wedding in New Zealand.… View moreCoronavirus has us celebrating our local businesses, does that extend to your Big Day? We've spoken to wedding venues who are hopeful people will commit to a local wedding in the future. The Sunday Star-Times is keen to speak to a couple who have new plans to keep their wedding in New Zealand. If you're willing to be interviewed and identified for a story, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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2065 days ago

Ever wondered by some of the cosmetic's that we buy are always white

Russell from Paraparaumu

Hello Everyone I have often wondered why are a lot of the common cosmetic what we buy are white, does anyone have any ideas on why

2061 days ago

Nightmares During The Lockdown

Alan from Raumati Beach

Erika Johnstone reports sleep disturbances have been increasing in New Zealand and around the world since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, with people using social media to speak about their experiences.

Many people report having unsettling dreams about family members getting sick and being… View more
Erika Johnstone reports sleep disturbances have been increasing in New Zealand and around the world since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, with people using social media to speak about their experiences.

Many people report having unsettling dreams about family members getting sick and being separated from loved ones, or strange dreams that make little sense.
Full story -- bit.ly...

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2062 days ago

How will the Transmission Gully delay affect you?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kāpiti Observer

The completion of the long-awaited Transmission Gully has been delayed again and we're keen to find out how that affects local residents.
Are you a commuter who's been looking forward to a faster trip into town, a business owner hoping the project would bring you more customers, or … View more
The completion of the long-awaited Transmission Gully has been delayed again and we're keen to find out how that affects local residents.
Are you a commuter who's been looking forward to a faster trip into town, a business owner hoping the project would bring you more customers, or someone thoroughly sick of roadworks?
We'd love to hear what you think so let us know in the comments. [Remember to mark your post NFP if you don't want it used in our story]

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2061 days ago

NZ Gardener's new issue is out now

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we … View moreWe are (very) excited to say that the May issue of NZ Gardener is on sale today, and absolutely packed with the good stuff! Lynda Hallinan reflects on 60 lessons for gardeners from the lockdown (with plenty of idea on what you can sow and grow in May); there's a bumper gardening quiz; we suggest five herbs to reduce anxiety and promote calmness; and visit a Taupo sanctuary full of art and alive with native birds and a wild and wonderful garden in Glenorchy. And since we've been gardening in isolation, Jack Hobbs talks to gardeners on the Chatham Islands about how they keep things growing, 650km from the nearest garden centre. Normally our subscribers get their copy before it goes on sale, of course, but things aren't quite normal right now so if your copy hasn't arrived yet, it should be with you very soon! We are so pleased to have a new issue of your favourite magazine for you, and I cannot wait to hear what you think. NZ Gardener has been informing and inspiring New Zealand gardeners for more than 75 years and we're incredibly grateful to our readers, especially our subscribers, because we couldn't do it without you. And by the way subscribing is easy and a much cheaper way to get your magazine each month! And would an NZ Gardener sub make a great Mother's Day gift this Sunday, you ask? I think we all know the answer to that! Jo

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2061 days ago

Lisa Shaw

Ian from Paraparaumu

Does anyone know Lisa SHAW? I have something she may have lost.

2062 days ago

The Listener May Rise Again

Alan from Raumati Beach

Grace MacCormick reports the New Zealand Listener may rise again after indications it may have found a buyer.

The magazine’s owner, Bauer Media, abruptly closed its New Zealand business last month, resulting in the loss of 237 jobs.

But Bauer Media have offered to sell some of its former … View more
Grace MacCormick reports the New Zealand Listener may rise again after indications it may have found a buyer.

The magazine’s owner, Bauer Media, abruptly closed its New Zealand business last month, resulting in the loss of 237 jobs.

But Bauer Media have offered to sell some of its former titles to an array of media companies and investment firms. More -- bit.ly...

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2061 days ago

Mission Impassable

Alan from Raumati Beach

Cartoonist Andy looks at the heroic efforts to complete Transmission Gully by the due date of April, 2020.

More -- bit.ly...

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2061 days ago

Lawn mowing wet grass.

Lawn Pro Solutions

Pro tip #2 When the grass is wet stay off the lawn. Mowing wet grass can lead to fungal diseases, uneven lawn cut, and worst of all, long term mower damage. #kapiti #lawncare #metservice

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