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Archive: 2022

eDM 3 CamperCare

11 October 2022

Star CamperCare Benefits

Summer is here and with that more people will be getting out and about in their Motorhomes & Caravans, or looking to purchase one. The thousands of people through the recent show at Mystery Creek was testament to the fact there’s still a lot of interest in the RV lifestyle. .When it...

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Wealthpoint P1 Broker

11 October 2022

A pathway to Christchurch

Star Insurance attended the second Wealthpoint Pathways Conference held recently at the stunning new Te Pae Convention Centre in Christchurch. As part of the trade & underwriters expo our Key Account Managers enjoyed chatting with the 230 conference participants from around New Zealand. ...

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11 October 2022

Page turners for summer

 . .  . Elastic Island Adventures: Flip Flop Bay. by Karen McMillan. Flip Flop Bay is the sixth in the Elastic Island Adventures children’s book series for children aged 8 - 12. Kiri, Jed, and twins Emma and Ethan discover an ‘elastic’ island that sends them pinging across the oc...

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11 October 2022

Go West!

The South Island’s west coast has long been popular with international visitors and the area has really suffered over the past two years. Fortunately those that remained living in the area were employed on many conservation renewal projects which has made the region more than ready to welcome...

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eDM 1 Broker

11 October 2022

The Wild Waikato Wander

The purpose of the weekend is to interact with staff in a relaxed setting, push yourself to do something you might otherwise not try, discuss where the company is heading over the next 12 months and have a lot of fun in the process. . It was an early 6:30am departure from Star headquarters o...

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21 September 2022

Maruia Hot Springs - Lewis Pass - Take a breath

According to the World Health Organisation, “health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing, and not merely the absence of disease.” Now, more than ever, the need to look after ourselves and our wellness is high. So the case for modern-day spas is undoubtedly strong, and fo...

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20 September 2022

Let’s go to a holiday park this summer

A recent road trip from Wellington to Whanganui exploring all the beaches along the way highlighted the role of Holiday Parks in holiday plans. Families, couples, and the few remaining international visitors still in New Zealand are flocking to holiday parks around the country to take advantage of...

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20 Travel / Lifestyle

20 September 2022

A start with a blast

Gary maps the Tongariro Northern Circuit on the Central Plateau and is fascinated by this multi-day Great Walk, one like no other premier tramping experience. Story Gary Patterson Photos Gary Patterson or as credited. My volcanic great walk starts with an alarming loud blast. It all happened a fe...

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