Makara Beach, Makara Beach

38 days ago

Happy Chinese New year!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Chinese Lunar New Year from the team at NZ Compare!
May your year be as powerful and fortunate as the mighty dragon!

Don't forget to enter our Year of the Dragon contest to WIN 1 of 3 X $50 gift cards.

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39 days ago

Step up the creativity

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Makeover a stool with Resene paints and reuse as a table or organiser. Find out how to rejuvenate your old furniture with these easy step by step instructions.

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40 days ago

Poll: Who should win the Comradery & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The winners of the Summer Snaps competition are being decided upon. Once again, Neighbourly members have the honour of choosing the winner for the Comradery & Communities category. So get your judging hat on!

Check out the finalist images below by clicking on each to see them in full and … View more
The winners of the Summer Snaps competition are being decided upon. Once again, Neighbourly members have the honour of choosing the winner for the Comradery & Communities category. So get your judging hat on!

Check out the finalist images below by clicking on each to see them in full and then cast your vote. Voting closes 12th February.

Who should win the Comradery & Communities category?
  • 26% Sunset at the Jetty
    26% Complete
  • 29.4% Chatting with Pa
    29.4% Complete
  • 6.7% Father/Son living the dream
    6.7% Complete
  • 3% Mount Victoria sky
    3% Complete
  • 6% Harvest Festival rides
    6% Complete
  • 28.9% Walk the plank!
    28.9% Complete
1247 votes
41 days ago

Age Concern Wellington Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

There is a course in Linden on 19 March. See the attached flyer and book your space now.

This is a great day out, includes a free lunch and contains useful information on staying safe as a Senior road user.

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40 days ago

PriceMe Awards 2024 Winners

The Team from NZ Compare

Discover the Best of the Best! The 2024 PriceMe Award Winners have been revealed, voted by thousands of Kiwi consumers!

From household favourites to tech essentials and more. Explore now for top-rated brands and unbeatable deals!
Do you often shop at one of the winning stores or brands?

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40 days ago

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting and speaker

Peter from Karori

Kia ora,

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th February 2024 at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.
To find us, go in and past Reception and turn right.

Our speaker this month will be Anne Schumacher, Chief Executive, Dementia Wellington … View more
Kia ora,

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th February 2024 at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.
To find us, go in and past Reception and turn right.

Our speaker this month will be Anne Schumacher, Chief Executive, Dementia Wellington Charitable Trust.

We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.

Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

40 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery: Tours this Weekend

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

On Sunday 11th February we are running the following two tours. If you enjoy a walk in a beautiful setting and hearing some history along the way then this is the activity for you 🙂

Tours are $10 per person. To find out more about each tour and how to book, please visit our website.

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On Sunday 11th February we are running the following two tours. If you enjoy a walk in a beautiful setting and hearing some history along the way then this is the activity for you 🙂

Tours are $10 per person. To find out more about each tour and how to book, please visit our website.

Tales From the Vaults Tour - 10:30am
Who occupies the tiny homes of the cemetery?

S.S. Penguin Tour - 1:00pm
Stories from the fateful ship wreck in 1909.

friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

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41 days ago

The Nicest Neighbours ❤️

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Cara Talbot has nominated her neighbours, James and Amy Bolton of Forrest Hill (featured below), as a Neighbourly Nice Neighbour. Cara shares:

"I’m a single working mum and life is a juggle! However James and Amy are always offering to help when needed. They are just the type of couple … View more
Cara Talbot has nominated her neighbours, James and Amy Bolton of Forrest Hill (featured below), as a Neighbourly Nice Neighbour. Cara shares:

"I’m a single working mum and life is a juggle! However James and Amy are always offering to help when needed. They are just the type of couple that don't wait to be asked for help. Amy is forever helping to look after my dog when I’m at work or helping to get my kids to after school activities. James will come over and help me put up the kids temporary pool, do my lawn edges or take runs to the tip when I’m having a clear out. Always with a smile when I know they are busy parents themselves.

In addition to the many times they've helped me out personally, in the recent flooding in the Forrest Hill area, it was Amy that rang around her network and rallied a number of our families (and kids) to come and help affected neighbours to clear out their flooded homes and generally clean up once the waters had died down. I know she helped man a support area in the local community down in Milford shopping centre which provides support and goods to families hit hard. She's also the Chair of the Forrest Hill Primary School - she's just an all-around good sort who is very community-minded. James works for the Police and I know he's been up to the local school more than once to help educate our kids about what the police do and how to stay safe.

James and Amy are very humble, but I do really think they are some of the great unsung heroes that make our north shore community so special. I feel very blessed they are part of my adopted whānau!"
Nominate a neighbour now

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41 days ago

Wellington water crisis

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from The Post

Thanks to all those people who contacted The Post with stories about leaks.
We are running a live blog so please keep sending pictures and videos.
Please send to news@thepost.co.nz

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41 days ago

Adult Pilates Classes

Sue from Karori

Ready to start Pilates? Do You know what Pilates is? Do you want more balance in your life?
What would it feel like to wake up without a sore back?
How would it feel to be out in the garden all day and not feel all those creaky muscles?

I can teach you how to unwind that crankiness .
Maybe … View more
Ready to start Pilates? Do You know what Pilates is? Do you want more balance in your life?
What would it feel like to wake up without a sore back?
How would it feel to be out in the garden all day and not feel all those creaky muscles?

I can teach you how to unwind that crankiness .
Maybe you don't breathe as well as you used to or connect. to your diaphragm and pelvic floor ?
Or maybe you just want to be able to get up and down off the floor effortlessly Maybe you just want better balance?
Pilates can help!!
I have 17 years of teaching experience in this area and I would love to share with you.I have a couple of daytime sessions for one on ones or duos in my boutique studio in Kelburn
There are spaces in Tuesdays 6.30pm and7.30pm group classes in Northland
A new class is starting on Mondays at 10.30am in Northland
enrolment essential 6 week block starting Monday 26th at a cost of $120 for the block classes limited to eight students

To find out more or to book a session please call 0277128434 or email breathe@sueruffellpilates.co.nz

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41 days ago

Volunteering - Red Cross Annual Appeal

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

New Zealand Red Cross needs street collectors in Wellington for their annual appeal. Street collecting is a wonderful and fun way to get out and about while making a massive difference in communities like yours. By donating just two hours of your time, you are playing a crucial role in raising … View moreNew Zealand Red Cross needs street collectors in Wellington for their annual appeal. Street collecting is a wonderful and fun way to get out and about while making a massive difference in communities like yours. By donating just two hours of your time, you are playing a crucial role in raising funds that will support thousands of people in need. The appeal is on March 22 to 23 - can you help? Register your interest on our website at:
tinyurl.com...

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47 days ago

Age Concern Aligned To Go Exercise Class is back Friday 2nd February!

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Every Friday - Aligned to Go Exercise Class for Seniors at the Victoria Bowling Club 10am.

Recently developed by Age Concern Otago in collaboration with the University of Otago, Aligned To Go is our newest falls prevention exercise class.

Aligned To Go is quite different from the original … View more
Every Friday - Aligned to Go Exercise Class for Seniors at the Victoria Bowling Club 10am.

Recently developed by Age Concern Otago in collaboration with the University of Otago, Aligned To Go is our newest falls prevention exercise class.

Aligned To Go is quite different from the original Steady As You Go as it is designed by a contemporary dancer in association with the University of Otago. It’s much faster than Steady As You Go, and a little longer. It requires participants to do some barefoot walking and parts of it are dance moves.

This class is suitable for seniors who would like something a little faster than Steady As You Go. $3 donation.

Ann looks forward to welcoming you all back to this fun class.

43 days ago

Karori Farmers Market - Every Saturday - 8am - 1pm

Sharon from Karori

The Karori Farmers Market is back!

Our farmer’s market will primarily be focusing on offering locally grown and produced items including fruits, vegetables, herbs, dairy products, meat, coffee, honey, fresh flowers, plants, relishes, jams, bakery items, cheeses, oils and much much more.

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The Karori Farmers Market is back!

Our farmer’s market will primarily be focusing on offering locally grown and produced items including fruits, vegetables, herbs, dairy products, meat, coffee, honey, fresh flowers, plants, relishes, jams, bakery items, cheeses, oils and much much more.

This is a space where friends can come together to shop, socialize, and enjoy a sense of community. There will also be entertainment and live music to help make your shopping experience more enjoyable.

The market will be held each Saturday, from 8am – 1pm (rain or shine) on the corner of Karori Road and Campbell Street, next to the new community garden. It will start smaller and grow over time, so please be patient as we bring it to life.

If you are interested in having a stall, please contact hello@foxtailevents.co.nz.

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43 days ago

Want your garden looking its best?

Franz from Wilton

I am a horticultural with 16 years’ experience available for gardening work in your neighbourhood. I'm looking for part time work while I study full time at university.

I specialise in natives, roses and indoor plants having worked for the Wellington Botanic Gardens and Otari Native … View more
I am a horticultural with 16 years’ experience available for gardening work in your neighbourhood. I'm looking for part time work while I study full time at university.

I specialise in natives, roses and indoor plants having worked for the Wellington Botanic Gardens and Otari Native Botanic Gardens. I can help you with:

Getting your garden into shape

General gardening maintenance

Indoor and outdoor plant selection

Skilled pruning

Advice

Give me a call and we can have a chat about what you’re looking for. 

Call Franz on 021 239 4787

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