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Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood.
The Wellington Better Home and Living Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.
Mark your diaries to attend the show – May 12 – 14th (10 – … View moreThe Wellington Better Home and Living Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.
Mark your diaries to attend the show – May 12 – 14th (10 – 5pm)
Westpac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Don’t forget to LIKE or THANK the post to enter! T&C’s apply
Are you giving native biodiversity a helping hand in your free time by planting native plants, weeding pest plants, or trapping pests? If so, we’d love to invite you to Restoration Day, whether you're currently a volunteer, new or thinking about how you can get involved.
Restoration Day … View moreAre you giving native biodiversity a helping hand in your free time by planting native plants, weeding pest plants, or trapping pests? If so, we’d love to invite you to Restoration Day, whether you're currently a volunteer, new or thinking about how you can get involved.
Restoration Day is your chance to hear (and share) stories, experiences and best-practice techniques for ecological restoration. It's an annual networking and training event we run with our partners for community groups and individuals involved in the important work of environmental restoration.
We'd love you to join us on May 21, so to learn more or to register go to: www.naturespace.org.nz...
Noisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the … View moreNoisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the day' with quiet Sunday mornings - or even a day of rest. What noise do you find the hardest to cope with? Have your say below.
The Steady As You Go© falls prevention programme continues on Wednesday at 1pm at the Eastbourne Community Hall on Tuatoru Street.
– tomorrow is the last chance to join the programme! It is a one hour class held each week for 65+ year olds that uses gentle exercises to develop the strength … View moreThe Steady As You Go© falls prevention programme continues on Wednesday at 1pm at the Eastbourne Community Hall on Tuatoru Street.
– tomorrow is the last chance to join the programme! It is a one hour class held each week for 65+ year olds that uses gentle exercises to develop the strength and balance needed to prevent falls. Classes cost $2 per session.
Falls are preventable.
Steady As You Go improves:
•Balance and leg strength
•Flexibility
•General fitness and wellbeing
•And is a great way to meet new people
For more information or to enrol, please contact the coordinator:
Gemma Wong
Age Concern New Zealand
Phone (04) 801 9338 ext. 715
Email gemma.wong@ageconcern.org.nz
Or come along to the class on Wednesday!
Neighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!
Don’t miss out! It’s … View moreNeighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!
Don’t miss out! It’s Friday 28th-Sunday 30th April, in store at your local Flight Centre. This is THE perfect time to book your next holiday!
Two finalists with Olympic medals – Nick Willis and Mary Fisher - are among the Hutt Valley Sports Awards finalists.
Fisher won gold at the Rio Paralympics by setting a world record in the backstroke S11.
The Upper Hutt swimmer has an impressive record setting numerous world records and must… View moreTwo finalists with Olympic medals – Nick Willis and Mary Fisher - are among the Hutt Valley Sports Awards finalists.
Fisher won gold at the Rio Paralympics by setting a world record in the backstroke S11.
The Upper Hutt swimmer has an impressive record setting numerous world records and must ...
The Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a … View moreThe Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a Clean Up on your own!) to make some awesome changes in your neighbourhood. Book your event between 27 April and 3 May and be in to win. Remember - the smallest acts can make the biggest difference. Consider a Clean Up at your local park, stream, carpark, beach - or even your street! Register your event now and be in to WIN!
Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.
… View moreHouseholds are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.
Find out if you could be saving money now.
Over 240 people braved the elements to attend our RiverLink Community Open Days. Some even managed to stop by when there was good weather!
Here’s some interesting feedback we’ve received from you so far:
· You want paths along the stop banks to be wide enough for multiple users
· A … View moreOver 240 people braved the elements to attend our RiverLink Community Open Days. Some even managed to stop by when there was good weather!
Here’s some interesting feedback we’ve received from you so far:
· You want paths along the stop banks to be wide enough for multiple users
· A pedestrian / cycling bridge opposite Margaret Street [would be] good, linking to the railway station
· It's worth moving the bridge [to Queens Drive] and making a better link to the CBD
What do you think? We want to know. Go to www.riverlink.co.nz... and click on Your Feedback to tell us your thoughts.
Please share this message with your friends and family, we really want to know what you think.
Let's settle this once and for all. SPREAD the word that we are making a TOAST to settle this dispute. Which iconic spread is the true kiwi favourite? Place your vote below!
MindLabKids.com has launched, meaning your creative little ones need never be bored at home again. Sign them up now for a safe, educational online experience featuring hilarious characters, things to make and do, fun video challenges and more. We can’t wait to see what your little ones create!
Do you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is just awesome, is the glue of your community, or makes a significant difference in the lives of you, your family and your neighbours. Nominate them for the neighbourhood champion and they get the chance of winning this framed photo from internationally renowned photographer Doug Pearson.
Email your nomination to kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz
There are a number of events you can attend in Wellington to mark Anzac Day. These are:
6.00 am - Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am - Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
11.00 am - Anzac Day 2017 National … View moreThere are a number of events you can attend in Wellington to mark Anzac Day. These are:
6.00 am - Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am - Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
11.00 am - Anzac Day 2017 National Commemoration Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
2.30pm - Atatürk Memorial Service, Atatürk Memorial, Tarakena Bay, Strathmore
The Last Post service at Pukeahu will conclude the day’s activities at 5.30pm.
For information on road closures, parking restrictions, mobility parking and access, please visit the Ministry for Culture & Heritage website.
Low-carb, high-fat advocates are calling for the food pyramid to be flipped on its head in regards to school lunches, making sandwiches an occasional food rather than the norm. What do you think kids should be eating at school? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not … View moreLow-carb, high-fat advocates are calling for the food pyramid to be flipped on its head in regards to school lunches, making sandwiches an occasional food rather than the norm. What do you think kids should be eating at school? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not for Print).
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