Porirua City Centre, Porirua

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92 days ago

Dying Matters Week mini expo and Crematorium Open days

Melanie from Porirua City Centre

It’s been an amazing week so far — full of connection and meaningful conversations.
There’s still more to come, so if you haven’t joined in yet, it’s not too late!

Check out the events happening in the Wellington region and lets keep the conversations going, because dying matters.

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It’s been an amazing week so far — full of connection and meaningful conversations.
There’s still more to come, so if you haven’t joined in yet, it’s not too late!

Check out the events happening in the Wellington region and lets keep the conversations going, because dying matters.

🧡 Mini Expo – Kapiti
📍 Oceans Road Community Centre
🗓️ Friday, September 5th
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm

⚰️ Crematorium Open Days
📍 Whenua Tapu Crematorium
🗓️ Saturday, September 6th
🕐 From 1:00pm

📍 Kapiti Crematorium
🗓️ Saturday, September 6th
🕙 10:00am and 12:00pm

See you there!
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92 days ago

Intergenerational board games afternoon

Jeanette from Tawa

Did you know, The Salvation Army, Tawa run an intergenerational games afternoon, singles and families welcome. 10+ independently, 7+ with guardian. Thursdays 3.15-4.45pm (During school term time)
Non-Tech, wide range of games, afternoon tea provided - friendly competition between adults and kids. … View more
Did you know, The Salvation Army, Tawa run an intergenerational games afternoon, singles and families welcome. 10+ independently, 7+ with guardian. Thursdays 3.15-4.45pm (During school term time)
Non-Tech, wide range of games, afternoon tea provided - friendly competition between adults and kids.
There is room for you!

Do you know someone who lives on their own who would benefit from some connection in a safe, welcoming and fun environment. Bring them along! The more the merrier!

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92 days ago

Spring Gardening tidy ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!

From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.

✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ … View more
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!

From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.

✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ Affordable rates

? Call us today: 0272 430 951

Nature’s Choice Gardening Services – because every garden deserves the best.

103 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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93 days ago

Spring Gardening

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!

From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.

✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ … View more
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!

From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.

✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ Affordable rates

? Call us today: 0272 430 951

Nature’s Choice Gardening Services – because every garden deserves the best.

100 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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94 days ago

Trusted Painters for Every Home

Graham Painters

Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View more
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.

Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.

Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
Find out more

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94 days ago

Share your strawberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.

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94 days ago

Spring into Tawa, Saturday 18 October 10am-3pm

Tracey from Tawa

Spring into Tawa, Community event, Saturday 18 October, 10am to 3pm.
Our festival could not be a success without the involvement of volunteers from our community. We need people to help set up and pack up particularly but also a few during the the actual festival.
If you can spare any time on … View more
Spring into Tawa, Community event, Saturday 18 October, 10am to 3pm.
Our festival could not be a success without the involvement of volunteers from our community. We need people to help set up and pack up particularly but also a few during the the actual festival.
If you can spare any time on this day please complete the volunteer registration form docs.google.com...

94 days ago

HUFFER JACKET

Suzanne from Tawa

Excellent condition
Multiple pockets with zips
Hood
HUFFER Missions brand
$50

Negotiable

95 days ago

Wellington Home and Garden OPENS FRIDAY!

Jade Promotions

It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.

Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, … View more
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.

Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, art, artisan products, and more. Find everything you need to kickstart your spring project, all in one convenient location! Take a break from browsing and enjoy delicious street food, get creative with Resene’s Paint-a-Pot activity (11am–2pm, Saturday & Sunday) near the Springfree Family Zone, and take advantage of a range of free Ask an Expert sessions.

Lock this one in your calendar today and we’ll see you at the Show!

5 - 7 September
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Learn more

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96 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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102 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: We found a purrr-fect band-aid to stress

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Needing some ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) to calm your nerves? Visit an artificial purr-engine!

Use the sliders on the site to change whether the purr is a sleepy purr or an excited purr.

We hope this link brings a smile!

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98 days ago

QUIZ. Tawa RSA 21 September 2.30pm.

Tracey from Tawa

Tawa RSA will be hosting a quiz on Sunday 21st September at 2.30pm. Teams with 4-8 , $10pp

Get a team together for a fun afternoon. Register by emailing tawa.rsa@xtra.co.nz

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98 days ago

Advance Care Planning - Titahi bay Library

Melanie from Porirua City Centre

🗣️ Have you had the important conversation with those you love about what matters most at the end of life?

As part of Dying Matters Week, Sean Thompson is facilitating a free Advance Care Planning session - a chance to explore your values, ask questions, and make plans while you are well … View more
🗣️ Have you had the important conversation with those you love about what matters most at the end of life?

As part of Dying Matters Week, Sean Thompson is facilitating a free Advance Care Planning session - a chance to explore your values, ask questions, and make plans while you are well for the care you would or would not want in the future.

📍 Porirua – Wednesday 3rd September
🕑 2pm–4pm, Titahi Bay Library

These informal, supportive sessions are a great opportunity to:
✅ Start your Advance Care Plan
✅ Understand why it matters — for you and your loved ones
✅ Learn how this simple step can make difficult decisions easier in the future

Come along and take the first step — because planning ahead matters and dying matters.

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