Beach holiday is not too far away!

A great thing about New Zealand is that it takes just a few hours to reach fantastic holiday destinations, wherever you are in the country.

From the wineries and Art Deco structures in Napier is a superb beach holiday destination - Whitianga. Schedule a 5 hour leisurely drive north of Napier to beautiful Whitianga, Coromandel Peninsula.

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Drive 425 km, 5 h 9 min

Napier
New Zealand
 Follow Thackeray St to SH 2
1.0 km / 2 min
 Follow SH 5 and SH 1 to State Highway 27 in Tirau
235 km / 2 h 43 min
 Continue on State Highway 27 to Netherton
86.3 km / 1 h

Turn left onto SH 2 (signs for Ngatea/Auckland/Route 2)
3.8 km / 3 min
 Follow Hauraki Rd and State Highway 25A to State Highway 25 in Whitianga
99.0 km / 1 h 22 min

Turn right onto Hauraki Rd (signs for Turua/Thames)
14.1 km

Turn right onto State Highway 25
2.3 km

At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto SH 26
450 m

Turn left onto State Highway 25A
28.2 km

Continue onto State Highway 25
 Go through 1 roundabout
53.9 km

Turn left to stay on State Highway 25
 Destination will be on the left
71 m

Admiralty Lodge Whitianga
69 Buffalo Beach Rd, Whitianga 3510, New Zealand

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Admiralty Lodge is superb and absolute beachfront accommodation and is the only Qualmark rated Five Star accommodation in Whitianga and the Coromandel Peninsula.

We have everything you require for an exceptional and enjoyable vacation. Enjoy the spectacular views across beautiful Mercury Bay and Buffalo Beach while you relax in the comfort of your spacious and well appointed accommodation.
The Best Place To Relax....

Certificate of Excellence
2014 WINNER
TripAdvisor
Admiralty Lodge Motel

ATV Helmets, Pacific Helmets NZ

SAFETY, QUALITY, COMFORTY

Pacific offer a range of sports and recreational helmets. Water Rescue models with ventilation holes for air and waterflow. Pacific Quadsafe ATV (All terrain vehicles) lightweight helmet is for farm use.

http://pacifichelmets.com/shop

Address:
315 Heads Road,
Wanganui 4501

PO Box 866,
Wanganui 4540

onlineshop@pacifichelmets.com

Telephone:
06 344 5019

Farm Safety Helmets, 100% Kiwi Made

ABOUT PACIFIC HELMETS SAFETY HELMETS

Founded in 1980 to manufacture motorcycle helmets for the Australasian market, Pacific Helmets (NZ) Ltd have since expanded their range of products to include fire, rescue, sports, ATV and specialist riot helmets.

The company specialises in manufacturing and exporting safety helmet products to the exacting design and performance specifications of each customer. Pacific Helmets meets and frequently sets the highest possible international standards for technical safety performance. The Pacific range includes helmets compliant to all major standards throughout the world.

Flexible manufacturing processes and innovative design flair result in products which have created new dimensions in helmet safety. Pacific Helmets (NZ) Ltd has an on-going commitment to the development of new and innovative helmet products and an unwavering focus on safety, quality and comfort.

Over the past 20 years the company has recruited and trained a highly skilled team of management and employees. The team, together with consultants when required, has valuable and unsurpassed knowledge in helmet manufacturing.

Today the ideas and experience gained in developing the present models also facilitate the development of exciting new models and reduce the lead time required to develop new products.

The development of the Pacific Fire Helmet range for the New Zealand Fire Service was an example where a close working relationship between the experienced personnel at the Fire Service and the design team at Pacific Helmets resulted in a product range that met the Brigade's standards, specifications and price. This has been the case over the years with numerous brigades throughout Australia, Asia, USA, Europe and the UK.

The senior management team is fully involved in product design, development, testing and marketing. Senior staffs also have direct involvement in production and liaise directly with clients. A strong team environment ensures that all staffs at Pacific Helmets have a total commitment to producing the highest quality products.

The company has a full quality assurance programme which is certified to ISO 9001 2008.

For further details please visit our website: http://www.pacifichelmets.com/shop

Things to do in Napier

*Napier is an iconic & unique city 39 degrees south of the equator on the sunny East Coast of NZ's North Island,

with a climate similar to Bordeaux France and Napa California.

*Most hours of bright sunlight annually on the North Island, and a LONG growing season. 'The fruitbowl of NZ'.

Hawkes Bay is a fine wine region. Do you enjoy SYRAH or Bordeaux blends? THIS may surprise you? World class reds! Wonderful Chardonnay & Viognier & many other varietals. 

*Your host is a wine tour guide and licensed passenger service. Robert Simon will design a complimentary self drive tour or offer a very special 'exclusive' tour. Please inquire.

Cute Kiddie Linen to Love

Poppets & Linens to Love supply only high quality bed linen, cushions, luxurious embossed towels, gorgeous gifts, childrens footwear

Napier, New Zealand
Always open
Phone +64 6-833 6416
Email info@linenstolove.co.nz
Website http://www.linenstolove.co.nz

Check it out on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Poppets-Linens-to-Love/137499066273591

Aromatherapeutic Candles, Handmade from Hastings

Beautiful, handmade candles that are eco-friendly and smell gorgeous!

Candescent Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/candescentcandles
Candles for gifts, weddings and other special occasions. Also coming: Aromatherapy candles! :).

General Information
Candescent Eco-Candles is a small Kiwi business located in the sunny Hawke's Bay, with a commitment to creating top-quality, eco-friendly products that look and smell amazing! All waxes are 100% natural and were sourced using sustainable practices. With Candescent, you will have a beautiful, professional look and you can tell immediately that they have been lovingly handmade and not mass produced. Fantastic customer service, going the extra mile and ensuring 100% customer satisfaction are all things you can expect when buying Candescent candles. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or suggestions.

• Hastings, New Zealand 4122

Phone	+64 27 915 9162
Email	sales@candescent.co.nz
Website	http://www.candescent.co.nz

Apple picking season Hawkes Bay

Apple picking is a wonderful tourist activity in the Hawkes bay region! Best time to visit for Apple picking is Summer - or the months of December to February!

Magnificent Napier Coast

This view is the Magnificent Napier Coastline - from Gisborne to Napier. These surf waves could be quite rough and the water could be a little cold for most people. However a picnic along the beach is something that everyone can enjoy.

Visit Hawkes Bay Region NZ

Events in Hawkes Bay

When: 09 Apr 2011 10:00 a.m. - 09 Apr 2011 9:00 p.m.

Hawke's Bay Opera House Theatre

Details:

An iconic Hastings event where amazing fashion designs created from edible food or food packaging are showcased by designers from the age of 5 to adult.

Culminating with a magical Evening Extravaganza, these awards are an event not to be missed!

Entry to the day show costs $5 per adult or $2.50 per child - tickets purchased on the door.

Tickets for the Evening Extravaganza go on sale in January via Ticketdirect: www.ticketdirect.co.nz  or 0800 4 TICKET

Adult: $20
Child: $10 (under 12 years)
Concession: $15 (students and 65+ with ID)
Family: $47 (2 adults and 2 children under 12)

MOHAKA RAFTING

Mohaka Rafting is located at Time Out, bed and breakfast. The address is 3408 State Highway 5, about 50 kilometers or a 35 minute drive north-west of Napier.

Mohaka Rafting gives guests an amazing North island rafting experience. From scenic half-day, grade II raft and duckie (inflatable kayak) trips down the stunning Mohaka river valley to multi-day expedition trips which bring people into the heart of untouched New Zealand backcountry. Headed by local guide Norman Brown, Mohaka Rafting has assembled a collection of international guides in the roster to offer guests years of valuable and varied experience.

Address: Time Out
3408 State Highway 5
Napier
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
Tel: +64 (0)6 839 1808
Mobile: +64(0)27 825 8539
Website: www.mohakarafting.co.nz

Napier City Council Rates

Napier City Council Rates information may be found on this website

It's important to know the rates before buying property. You can enter the property address on the field provided and you will find out the annual rates for the section or property you are trying to purchase. Napier is one of the more expensive property locations in New Zealand's north island. Decent homes are at least $180k NZD and these are in areas about 10 minutes away from the the city centre.

 Napier City Council

+64 6 835 7579

+64 6 835 7574            

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Small Businesses Need Help

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Start today. Call Web Marketing NZ web business professionals. Consultation is free.

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50,000 sheep will be shorn

The grass is certainly greener on the far side of the hills in this view of ewe lambs in this Napier-to-Taihape motorist's view of Ngamatea Station this week.

 About 50,000 sheep will be shorn from the 28,300ha by early March.

Source.

Local Elections - Enrol to Vote!

Local elections are coming up - Friday is the last day to enroll to be able to vote. The elections will be held on October 9, 2010 - by post.

Make a stand and choose the right leader to help the development of your city!

View Profiles of some of NZ's Local Candidates:
Wanganui Annette Main
Napier Michelle Pyke
Horowhenua Anne Hunt
Western Bay of Plenty Jane Nees
Christchurch City Brad Maxwell

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Napier Real Estate

Napier is one of the most culturally rich, commercialized towns in NZ north island.
The NZ real estate market has dwindled in the last 3 years. The recent strong NZD might be holding off some foreign investors but the NZ govt policies on increased GSTs and depressing unemployment news may force a lot of defaults on mortgages. If you are interested in your piece of paradise, you might want to start looking at Napier homes for sale. Or if you have plans in living and retiring in NZ and need a home, you might want to read the NZ Property Report - discussing the strategies, techniques and risks of buying real estate in NZ.

More homes here.

Auther Andrew Sheldon

Warehouse clearance continues - wines flying out at $5.99 - 24 April 2010

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How to order off this email Our wine guarantee Go to website Unsubscribe Click here to order from a secure version of this email on our website. THIS WEEK'S BEST! Lammastide Sauvignon Blanc Torresella Pinot Grigio Villa Vistarenni Chianti DOCG Lammastide Pinot Noir Don't pay $22.99 Our price $8.99 Don't pay $19.99 Our price $10.99 Don't pay $19.99 Our price $12.99 Don't pay $29.99 Our price $14.99 Hello zane Massive sale continues Some wines were so popular we sold out in hours. We still have plenty more to clear from the warehouse before a fabulous new selection arrives. To keep the sale interesting we have added a few more tasty treats. These wines are some of the best you will find at our run out prices! Lammastide Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - Was 13.99 Now $8.99 Don't Pay $22.99 Torresella Pinot Grigio - Was $11.99 Now $10.99 Don't Pay $19.99 Cellar 9 East Coast Pinot Gris 2008 - Was $9.99 Now $5.99 Don't Pay $17.99 Emergo Rose 2009 - Was $11.99 Now $5.99 Don't Pay $18.99 Ghost Hawk Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - Was $8.99 Now $6.99 Don't Pay $19.99 Squawking Magpie Lonely Crow Pinot Gris 2009 - Was $12.99 Now $9.99 Don't Pay $19.99 Squawking Magpie Lonely Crow Unoaked Chardonnay 2009 - Was $12.99 Now $9.99 Don't Pay $19.99 Coopers Creek Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - Was $13.99 Now $10.99 Don't Pay $18.99 Mt Hector Reserve Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - Was $14.99 Now $11.99 Don't Pay $32.99 Trubome Wairarapa Merlot 2007 - Was $12.99 Now $9.99 Dont' Pay $18.99 Takutai Nelson Pinot Noir - Was $10.99 Now $8.99 Don't Pay $16.99 Mebus Estate Young Vines Pinot Noir - Was $16.99 Now $12.99 Don't Pay $22.00 Lammastide Martinborough Pinot Noir 2007 - Was $19.99 Now $14.99 Don't Pay $29.99 D'aquinos Australian Tawny - Was $14.99 Now $11.99 Don't Pay $22.99 Mix and Match to your own tastes and requirements. More information on these fantastic wines is available below The name says it all, Winesale, because the sale NEVER stops! Tell everyone the best wine bargains are found right here! The team at Winesale.co.nz This week's great deals: Palais de Versailles ( France ) - Blanc de Blanc Three Stars "this budget buy French bubbly is good entry-level sparkling wine." Joelle Thomson France is the home of great sparkling wine and winesale is pleased to be the exclusive online retailer of this superb french bubbly. The perfect wine for every celebration. Don't pay $15.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Whites Bay (Marlborough) 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Buy 1 Case get 1 case free Special* Buy 12 bottles and get 12 bottles free of fabulous Whites Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from Whitehaven wines. Limited to the first 175 orders.  Offer applies to North Island only. Don't pay $455.76 Our price was $335.76 Our price $167.88 Quantity: ( ) Lammastide ( Marlborough ) 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Four Stars "An unmistakably Marlborough sauvignon blanc that is pungent and punchy, but doesn't assault the senses, as some of them do. Built around crisp tropical fruits and green capsicums it's clean, refreshing - a bit of a steal at this price." Warren Barton Say no more! Don't pay $22.99 Our price was $13.99 Our price $8.99 Quantity: ( ) Cellar 9 (East Coast) 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Psst! We have a little secret to tell you! This wine is really from Martinborough, the front label says East Coast, the back label says Wairarapa but the truth is we sourced it from a very famous Martinborough winery. Grab it before it is all gone, $6.99 is not much for a wine this good! Don't pay $16.99 Our price was $8.99 Our price $6.99 Quantity: ( ) Cellar 9 (Hawkes Bay) 2007 Chardonnay Cellar 9 is our very own "house brand". We will always source tasty, reliable, value for money wines for Cellar 9 because we want you to be impressed with the wine you get for the money you pay. A peachy wine with great palate weight and full chardonnay characters, a bargain for under $10. Don't pay $16.99 Our price $8.99 Quantity: ( ) Cellar 9 (East Coast) 2008 Pinot Gris Cellar 9 is our very own "house brand". We will always source tasty, reliable, value for money wines for Cellar 9 because we want you to be impressed with the wine you get for the money you pay. A tasty, well rounded, soft pear flavoured pinot gris for under $10. This is a star buy! Don't pay $17.99 Our price was $9.99 Our price $5.99 Quantity: ( ) Emergo (Gisborne) 2009 Chardonnay Emergo wines are a quest for perfection. Take the best fruit from some of the best terroir in New Zealand and match them with New Zealand's best winemakers and you get Emergo. Don't pay $18.99 Our price was $11.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Lonely Crow (Hawkes Bay) 2009 Chardonnay A wine we will squawk about for a very long time. Made by renown Gimblett Gravels producer, Squawking Magpie. A touch of oak, hints of white peach layered with ripe citrus Don't pay $19.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Five Oaks (Nelson) 2007 Chardonnay As always, the wines from the vineyard are brilliant. For those of you that love a full, rich chardonnay, this will not disappoint. Don't pay $17.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Kea Point ( Southern Wairarapa ) 2008 Riesling Three 1/2 Stars "beautifully light, fresh and clean" Joelle Thomson When selecting riesling, we want the wine to display clean fresh acidity married nicely with ripe lemon and line characters. This wine from a leading premium Wairarapa winery, has some of the best riesling characters we have ever tried. Don't pay $18.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Torresella (Italy) 2008 Pinot Grigio The Italian Pinot Gris is quite different to the wines from New Zealand. The wines are light and fresh and are perfect for sunny days outdoors. This wine is just right for such occasions. Don't pay $19.99 Our price was $11.99 Our price $10.99 Quantity: ( ) Lonely Crow (Hawkes Bay) 2009 Pinot Gris Crows can be vicious beasts but not so this superb wine. Made by Squawking Magpie, the highly regarded Gimblett Gravels vineyard, the wine is a generous blend of pears and ripe apples complimented by a touch of spice. Don't pay $19.99 Our price was $12.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Coopers Creek (Marlborough) 2009 Sauvignon Blanc Coopers Creek have a reputation of producing fine, award winning wines year after year. This Sauvignon has the potential to increase that award count. Don't pay $18.99 Our price was $13.99 Our price $10.99 Quantity: ( ) Mt Hector (Wairarapa) 2008 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Looking for that little bit extra in your Sauvignon Blanc? Want a Sauvignon Blanc with extra style and a dash of macho? This is the wine for you! In creating this wine, the talent and skill of the winemaker has crafted a stunning "wild ferment" Sauvignon Blanc with more muscle than the Terminator. Do not expect this to be your traditional, simple tropical fruit salad in a glass Sauvignon, this is a superb richly flavoured, full weighted, food loving wine. Don't pay $32.99 Our price was $14.99 Our price $11.99 Quantity: ( ) Aspen Estate (South East Australia) 2009 Dolcetto & Syrah Low alcohol, fresh and sweetish, this is a great wine to sit around with friends to enjoy. Don't pay $14.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Villa Vistarenni (Italy) 2008 Chianti DOCG Villa Vistarenni are a lovely small estate in the heart of Tuscany and this wonderful Chianti is one of the best Chianti's around.At only $12.99 per bottle it is hard to find a chianti in  New Zealand that offers better value for money. Don't pay $19.99 Our price $12.99 Quantity: ( ) Emergo (Wairarapa) 2009 Rose Emergo wines are a quest for perfection. Take the best fruit from some of the best terroir in New Zealand and match them with New Zealand's best winemakers and you get Emergo. Don't pay $18.99 Our price was $11.99 Our price $5.99 Quantity: ( ) Aspen Estate ( South Eastern Australia ) 2009 Shiraz Four Stars "quintessential winter wine" Joelle Thomson The perfect wine to go with a tasty steak or just cheese and crackers. A prime example of Aussie quaffing shiraz for less than ten dollars. Don't pay $14.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Outback ( New South Wales ) 2008 Shiraz Three Stars "Hot value from a hot climate." Joelle Thomson When it comes to getting fantastic Shiraz at bargain prices - the Riverina in New South Wales is top of the field. This region makes superb easy drinking wines loaded with ripe fruit - at $9.99 this wine really over delivers. Don't pay $15.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Trubome ( Wairarapa ) 2007 Merlot Delicious Merlot made by the highly skilled and experienced Paddy Borthwick. The wine is beaultifully soft and flavoursome. Don't pay $18.99 Our price was $12.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Cellar 9 (Waipara) 2008 Pinot Noir Cellar 9 is our very own "house brand". We will always source tasty, reliable, value for money wines for Cellar 9 because we want you to be impressed with the wine you get for the money you pay. This superb quaffing Pinot Noir is excellent for just $9.99 per bottle. Don't pay $18.99 Our price $9.99 Quantity: ( ) Lammastide ( Martinborough ) 2007 Pinot Noir Four Stars "Smooth and elegant and a bargain for a wine from this neck of the woods." Warren Barton This is sensational Martinborough Pinot Noir for less than $20 a bottle. You will not be disappointed with this wine! Don't pay $29.99 Our price was $19.99 Our price $14.99 Quantity: ( ) D'aquino's ( Orange, New South Wales ) - Tawny Port It's sweet, it's sticky, it's rich, it's raisiny and it is very decadent. When the end of the night requires an inexpensive nightcap, this is the perfect choice. Don't pay $22.99 Our price was $14.99 Our price $11.99 Quantity: ( ) Press button to order these wines off our secure website (recommended) Or order by return email: Select the 'Reply' function on your toolbar. Indicate the number of bottles required in the brackets provided next to each wine. Fill out the details below. Send your message. 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