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One of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not… View moreOne of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not to be missed.
When: Thursday 15th February, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Where: Wellington Museum
Entry by Koha - Cash bar available - ID Required
From Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
… View moreFrom Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
Thanks to the response from the community, and in spite of a record hot January, the region’s storage lakes are now in good shape to last for the remainder of summer.
This means restrictions can now be eased to allow for the limited use of garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.
This is a good position to be in, but it’s important that people keep being responsible with water usage.
Sprinklers are actually a relatively wasteful way to water plants, and their use is limited by the garden watering restrictions still in place.
These allow the use of a single sprinkler or irrigation system, between the hours of 6-8 am and 7-9pm only on alternate days according to your house number.
Sprinkler use permitted at:
- odd-numbered houses on odd dates (1st, 3rd, 15th etc)
- even-numbered houses on even dates (2nd, 4th, 18th etc)
only between the hours of 6-8am and 7-9pm.
This restriction level will remain in place until further notice, or the end of Daylight Savings (1 April 2018) – except in Upper Hutt, where this restriction remains in place all year round.
We’d also like to remind people that the easing of restrictions is a good time to check and refill any emergency water storage containers, or to install an emergency tank if you don’t have one yet.
Tips for good watering practice:
- Use a trigger or wand to ensure water goes only where it’s needed
- Concentrate watering on the roots of plants not the leaves
- Use mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.
Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Hi neighbours, we're having a huge sale on Sleepyhead beds! Amazing deals storewide. Hurry as time is running out. Visit instore and online to view the massive range of quality Sleepyhead beds and bedheads, along with fashionable bunk sets.
Available at Paula's Furniture and Beds - … View moreHi neighbours, we're having a huge sale on Sleepyhead beds! Amazing deals storewide. Hurry as time is running out. Visit instore and online to view the massive range of quality Sleepyhead beds and bedheads, along with fashionable bunk sets.
Available at Paula's Furniture and Beds - Paraparaumu and Beds R Us - Harvey Norman Centre Lower Hutt. Be quick to take advantage of the huge savings!
Geoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island from Sunday 11th February until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old … View moreGeoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island from Sunday 11th February until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old coins, banknotes, medals, quality china, old pocket and wristwatches, in fact anything old or interesting.
For further details call Eric toll free on 0800 00 24 25 or Geoff on 0800 700 010. Both Eric and Geoff are fully licensed, each with over 35 years industry experience.
Open the pdf for locations, dates and times near you.
Antique & Collectable Buyers times and locations.pdf Download View
What would you do without water? Fill up clean, empty bottles today, so you're ready when it happens. www.happens.nz...
We’re thrilled to announce that the enableMe founder, Hannah McQueen, has two upcoming seminars in Wellington to give you tips and inspiration on ‘How to Kill Your Mortgage and Sort Your Retirement.’
In this 45-minute seminar you will learn; how to manage your finances and do things … View moreWe’re thrilled to announce that the enableMe founder, Hannah McQueen, has two upcoming seminars in Wellington to give you tips and inspiration on ‘How to Kill Your Mortgage and Sort Your Retirement.’
In this 45-minute seminar you will learn; how to manage your finances and do things smarter to save money, why you are paying thousands too much in interest costs, how you could potentially halve your own mortgage term – and much more!
Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Tuesday 13th February at 12:30 and 5:30pm. Tickets are $15 for a single or $20 for two - secure your seat now!
To book text SAVE to 268 or click here find out more.
Check out the Children's Day events that are already planned in neighbourhoods all around Aotearoa!
Listen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we … View moreListen to what our home building experts have to offer or come prepared with questions. "What building materials should we use?", "How can we include energy-saving features?", " How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined?" or "How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?"
Questions like these are exactly the sort of things we can help with at our Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
Starting 7 February, the NZ Transport Agency is inviting people to have their say on a shortlist of corridor options for the Ōtaki to north of Levin project. We would like to meet you and hear your views on the shortlisted options. Please come along to one of our community information sessions or … View moreStarting 7 February, the NZ Transport Agency is inviting people to have their say on a shortlist of corridor options for the Ōtaki to north of Levin project. We would like to meet you and hear your views on the shortlisted options. Please come along to one of our community information sessions or stop by our Levin Pop-up Shop.
We encourage all residents and interested groups to participate. We will use your feedback to help us select a corridor option between Ōtaki and north of Levin.
Mahogany. Make us an offer... 50 plus years in our family, pretty awesome condition considering age. 8x chairs
We’ve split up our programme into two halves, and the second half is fast approaching! Tickets for events from 17 Feb onwards will be available to be booked from 7 Feb onwards (that’s next week!)
Check out our website for a full list of events and pick up your copy of the brochure at your … View moreWe’ve split up our programme into two halves, and the second half is fast approaching! Tickets for events from 17 Feb onwards will be available to be booked from 7 Feb onwards (that’s next week!)
Check out our website for a full list of events and pick up your copy of the brochure at your local library!
And don’t forget to enter our #getoutdoorsgw photo competition!
If you haven't seen or heard, there is a major storm happening, resulting in a combination of strong winds, large swells and high tides. Please keep safe. There have been power outages across the country and some tree/branches falling.
For public transport updates please check our website … View moreIf you haven't seen or heard, there is a major storm happening, resulting in a combination of strong winds, large swells and high tides. Please keep safe. There have been power outages across the country and some tree/branches falling.
For public transport updates please check our website and Twitter for up-to-date messaging, or alternatively call our contact centre 0800 801 700. Some delays during peak hours may occur.
FERRIES:
All ferries today have been cancelled.
TRAINS:
Currently, all trains are operating as usual. However, today there have been some bus shuttle replacements in sections of some lines, so be prepared for this possibly happening again. As wind and sea levels rise, this may happen again. Be prepared for some delays as wind may result in speed restrictions.
BUSES:
Currently, all buses are running as usual. There have been a few road closures today with debris falling, however there are so far no stop closures or road diversions. As wind picks up there may possibly be some diversions and delays.
www.metlink.org.nz...
Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.
Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having … View moreInspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.
Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having conversations that really matter – and having FUN.
Coming to Auckland, Wellington & Tauranga
Workshop 2: Leading in Communities
This workshop explores frameworks and tools for thinking, acting and leading amidst complexity, where leadership is primarily about continuous learning on the job.
Coming to Nelson, Taranaki & Wellington
Workshop 3: Connections and Collaboration
This workshop will help you to map and tap into the strengths of your wider community, assess your community relationships, apply tools to build and sustain stakeholder relationships.
Coming to Christchurch, Auckland & Whangarei
Check out our website for further details and to register: inspiringcommunities.org.nz...
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