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Winter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.
So why not make your winter even more indulgent? … View moreWinter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.
So why not make your winter even more indulgent? Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Aura Gold Mānuka Honey Radiance Mask from Antipodes – valued at $76
This luxurious mask is made with sustainably sourced mānuka honey and showcases the very best of natural skincare. It hydrates, brightens and restores – a true winter glow-up, inspired by nature.
Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine and a self-care ritual, all in one.
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From the team at Mags4Gifts
*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe for 1 or 2 years between June 23–July 28, 2025.
Ryman resident Robyn swears by her ratatouille recipe from her much-loved copy of the Joy of Cooking, given to her by her next door neighbour in 1964.
Moving to New Zealand in 1976 and with four children to cook for, Robyn said the ratatouille recipe was a firm family favourite which she would … View moreRyman resident Robyn swears by her ratatouille recipe from her much-loved copy of the Joy of Cooking, given to her by her next door neighbour in 1964.
Moving to New Zealand in 1976 and with four children to cook for, Robyn said the ratatouille recipe was a firm family favourite which she would cook up every couple of weeks when the veggies were in season.
Click read more for the recipe.
Cost of living has been on our minds lately, and one cost often lamented in our office is parking.
We all know that New Zealanders pay high parking fees! But research shows that the cost is driven by factors such as location, quality, and convenience.
The average daily parking fee being paid … View moreCost of living has been on our minds lately, and one cost often lamented in our office is parking.
We all know that New Zealanders pay high parking fees! But research shows that the cost is driven by factors such as location, quality, and convenience.
The average daily parking fee being paid in CBDs:
$39.53 in Auckland,
$37.83 in Wellington,
and $32.60 in Christchurch.
But again, the range is wild! Aucklanders could be paying anything from $12 to $80, Wellingtonians from $15 to $50, and if you are in Christchurch, you are looking at $10 to $98.
Neighbours, we want to know: How much are you paying for daily parking fees?
Do you have any tips on how to find cheaper parks?
We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food Recalls:
Nutrient Rescue brand Double Shot products
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Food Recalls:
Nutrient Rescue brand Double Shot products
Haichijia brand Hua Jia Jiang Hu (Clam Vermicelli)
Daebok Rice Cake brand Ground Garlic and Korean Sundae
Woori Kimchi brand Minced Raw Garlic
Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
The Orbit 3D Advanced Baby Swing Rocker Soother Seat Khaki - Sold at Baby Way
Young Originals Baby's Cosy Inner Henley Bodysuit - Sold at The Warehouse
Baybetss Cozy 360 Rotating and Convertible Car Seat with ISOFIX- sold at Baby Way
The Pod Baby Way Capsule – Cozy Haven Baby Capsule with Beige Liner and Footshield- sold at Baby Way
Cherub Baby Anywhere Warmer Pro- sold at Baby Bunting
Product Recalls: Clothing
Children’s hooded dressing gown - Sold at H&M
Children’s poncho towel with ties - Sold at H&M
SHEIN EVRYDAY Kids’ Pajama Sets- sold on SHEIN
Kids Mega Hoodie Blanket- sold at Not Socks Gifts
Product Recalls: Electronics
Labka One to Two Adaptor- sold at Panda Mart
LABKA 6 outlet power board- sold at Panda Mart
LABKA 8-Outlet Powerboard- sold at Panda Mart
Rechargeable Dehumidifer (Set of 2) - Sold at Innovations Direct
Product Recalls: Other
Fuel Line for Malibu Monsoon M5Di and M6Di boat engines
ToolPRO 570KG Engine Stand- sold at Supercheap Auto
AEG 18V F-RAPIDFIRE 10GA 30º- 34º Framing Nailer (A18F10FNNZ) - Sold at Bunnings
See past months recalls here. Stay safe, neighbours!
Active, independent, mature and on your own? Enjoy social activities with similar others, including restaurant dinners, cafe lunches, walks, games, outings, movies, etc. For details please phone or email Rebecca at 020 436 7116 or linklinesocialclub@gmail.com or visit www.linkline.org.nz...
Corgi splish and splash meet-up this coming Sunday - July 6 at the fantastic Paekakariki Beach starting at 1pm.
Digging holes, scanning the beach off leash, finding millions of sticks, wading in the shallows and avoiding waves and gulls, interacting with other Corgis. What's more to do - oh… View moreCorgi splish and splash meet-up this coming Sunday - July 6 at the fantastic Paekakariki Beach starting at 1pm.
Digging holes, scanning the beach off leash, finding millions of sticks, wading in the shallows and avoiding waves and gulls, interacting with other Corgis. What's more to do - oh yes, getting washed from sand and sea water in a clean fresh water stream.
All Corgis get a can of duck and turkey food.
Post-walk - onto the Finns Bar.
Members, intending members and visitors from outside the Wellington region welcome to attend.
For full info text 021 614 821
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize … View moreGrab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN.
To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.
The Team at The Post
The shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY… View moreThe shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY project underway. Call up the old bandmates to practice some songs for a jam session. Lay the groundwork for future fun."
Do you experience winter blues?
More importantly, do you have any tips for dealing with the gloomiest part of the year?
Share your thoughts with your neighbours!
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
I saw a man in the supermarket thank a worker who was just restocking shelves.
Not casually he stopped, looked him in the eye, and said,
"Thanks for doing what you do."
The worker smiled like someone who rarely hears it.
It was such a small moment.
But something about it felt big.It… View moreI saw a man in the supermarket thank a worker who was just restocking shelves.
Not casually he stopped, looked him in the eye, and said,
"Thanks for doing what you do."
The worker smiled like someone who rarely hears it.
It was such a small moment.
But something about it felt big.It made me smile too.And then it made me think.
We talk about gratitude a lot.
We journal it, speak it, practice it with others.
Because real gratitude starts from within.
But in all that…
How often do we thank the one thing that carries us through it all?
"Our body."
The one that pushes through stress.
Stays up late. Wakes up early.
Digests whatever we throw at it.
And most of the time,we barely notice...Until it starts to struggle.
That moment reminded me to stop ignoring mine.
So I made one small change.I swapped my second coffee for Chi-Coffy
a caffeine-free, gut-friendly chicory brew.
It may seem small. But it felt like a quiet thank you.
A way of saying:
"I’ve got you too."
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On tomorrow at The King Lion Hall, 12 King St, U/H 8-11am
We are all set up, love to see you there. Get there early for good parking close to the hall.
Get the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with … View moreGet the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
This Saturday at The King Lion Hall, King St U/H 8-11am, rain or shine
Plants (including some from Gloria) , lemons, quality clothing, crafts and buttons, books, toys, jigsaws, Household things and more.
Get there early for good parking.
This Saturday at The King Lion Hall, King St U/H 8-11am, rain or shine
Plants (including some from Gloria) , lemons, quality clothing, crafts and buttons, books, toys, jigsaws, Household things and more.
Get there early for good parking.
Would you like to be involved? We are looking for seniors aged 100 years or older to share your story. We also need videographers, photographers or sponsors for this wonderful project celebrating Age Concern's 50th Anniversary.
If you or someone you know would love to be involved please call… View moreWould you like to be involved? We are looking for seniors aged 100 years or older to share your story. We also need videographers, photographers or sponsors for this wonderful project celebrating Age Concern's 50th Anniversary.
If you or someone you know would love to be involved please call Lorna on 04 4996646 for further information.
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