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Time is running out — only 3 days left to submit your nominations for the Mahi Aroha Awards! Whether it’s a dedicated individual, a team of changemakers or a young volunteer making waves, this is the moment to shine a spotlight on those doing amazing mahi in our community.
Nominations close … View moreTime is running out — only 3 days left to submit your nominations for the Mahi Aroha Awards! Whether it’s a dedicated individual, a team of changemakers or a young volunteer making waves, this is the moment to shine a spotlight on those doing amazing mahi in our community.
Nominations close May 9 at midnight!
Retirement is often viewed as a time of relaxation, travel, and personal freedom. While some people look forward to no longer working, for others, it can be a time of emotional upheaval and uncertainty. You may experience feelings of sadness and loss of purpose rather than excitement and happiness.… View moreRetirement is often viewed as a time of relaxation, travel, and personal freedom. While some people look forward to no longer working, for others, it can be a time of emotional upheaval and uncertainty. You may experience feelings of sadness and loss of purpose rather than excitement and happiness. If so, you’re not alone. A feeling of depression after retirement is something that many New Zealanders face at some point.
The good news is that this is often temporary as you adjust to your new lifestyle. If you are wondering how to emotionally cope with retirement, read on to discover practical approaches for tackling post-retirement depression, improving your emotional well-being, and truly enjoying your retirement.
Click read more for the full story.
The aim of this week is to raise awareness of NZSL and to encourage all New Zealanders to learn and use sign language.
The theme for NZSL Week 2025 is "An Aotearoa Where Anyone Can Sign Anywhere."
Learn more about NZSL by visiting Deaf Aotearoa's website for tons of resources!
Everyone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you … View moreEveryone has at least one world event they’ll never forget. Whether it’s something recent like the pandemic or the passing of the Pope, or something from the past like 9/11 or a World War.
If you're comfortable sharing, let us know where you were when the news broke, and what do you remember most about that moment?
An impromptu visit by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to Ryman’s Jane Winstone Village in Whanganui on Wednesday resulted in the largest turnout from residents that the village had seen in a very long time.
Residents who packed out the lounge and waited patiently for a chance to meet the PM … View moreAn impromptu visit by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to Ryman’s Jane Winstone Village in Whanganui on Wednesday resulted in the largest turnout from residents that the village had seen in a very long time.
Residents who packed out the lounge and waited patiently for a chance to meet the PM said they were ‘very impressed’ at Luxon’s determination to get around everyone who had turned out to see him – even as his team started to worry he would be late for his next engagement!
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Looking for a thoughtful gift for Mum? Give her something she'll enjoy all year round with a magazine subscription!
This Mother's Day, save up to 35% on subscriptions – perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a treat for yourself!
Enjoy these 1-year … View moreLooking for a thoughtful gift for Mum? Give her something she'll enjoy all year round with a magazine subscription!
This Mother's Day, save up to 35% on subscriptions – perfect for Mum, Grandma, a special mother figure, or even as a treat for yourself!
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A classic, kiwi kids comedy singalong!
“An interactive musical exploration of all the possible things we could be when we grow up!
Join the bumbling dad-duo of Jeff and Tom as they open the storybook of endless adventure journeying through time and space, from the moon to the jungle and … View moreA classic, kiwi kids comedy singalong!
“An interactive musical exploration of all the possible things we could be when we grow up!
Join the bumbling dad-duo of Jeff and Tom as they open the storybook of endless adventure journeying through time and space, from the moon to the jungle and everything in-between. Together, we’ll find out what skin fits us best!
Featuring a completely original repertoire of future hit music sung live to transport us around the world.
This ‘very Kiwi’ kid comedy will have the young ones singing along and roaring the roof off, while beckoning equal investment from the young at heart who brought them along. Fun for everyone!
Created by Tom Knowles and Jeff Parsnips
Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki!
New Year. New foyer. New show!
The Tīwhas and their whānau return to Circa this Matariki with a brand new edition of The Tīwhas: A Matariki Spectacular to celebrate the Māori New Year. Join the Tīwhas for kai, waiata and remembrance as they take you on … View moreMānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki!
New Year. New foyer. New show!
The Tīwhas and their whānau return to Circa this Matariki with a brand new edition of The Tīwhas: A Matariki Spectacular to celebrate the Māori New Year. Join the Tīwhas for kai, waiata and remembrance as they take you on a journey through the stars of Matariki.
Kai and wai are included in the ticket price, with entree, desserts and other drinks available for purchase on the evening. Simply select your choice of main meal on the night.
Fill your wairua cup at Circa’s hearth, as the queens – Dame Jthan, Pania, Slay West and Tina Coco Couture – dazzle you with their all new cabaret set-list of galactic hits! Including waiata Māori, old school classics and pop that spans decades! Accompanied by Ngāti Tīwha– Hayden Taylor, Tom Knowles and Kree Matthews – this whānau promises an unforgettable evening of fun, costumes, choreography and joyful celebration of te tau hou Māori and mana takatāpui.
Come check out the newly renovated foyer space at Circa Theatre and celebrate Matariki in style, on the waterfront! The new restaurant Chouchou will take care of all the kai needs on the night – with a bespoke Matariki themed menu.
Mānawatia a Matariki!
Transform a plain deck or balcony into a bright, cheerful space with your favourite Resene colour to enjoy looking out onto during the gloomier months. Find out how you can refresh your deck with these easy step by step instructions.
Love creating social media content and want to support an organisation making a real difference? Interpreting NZ is looking for a volunteer to help share their story, celebrate their amazing interpreters and promote the services that connect communities across Wellington.
If you’re creative, … View moreLove creating social media content and want to support an organisation making a real difference? Interpreting NZ is looking for a volunteer to help share their story, celebrate their amazing interpreters and promote the services that connect communities across Wellington.
If you’re creative, organised and social media savvy, this could be the perfect role for you.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8944) on our website.
What you need to know:
- A red wind warning for Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, and Porirua has been issued. A Red wind warning is the highest warning possible - reserved for the most severe weather events that endanger life.
- Wellington Region Emergency Management regional spokesperson Dan … View moreWhat you need to know:
- A red wind warning for Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, and Porirua has been issued. A Red wind warning is the highest warning possible - reserved for the most severe weather events that endanger life.
- Wellington Region Emergency Management regional spokesperson Dan Neely said the forecasted winds of 140kph could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures and could lift roofs.
His advice is; stay indoors where possible, avoid travel, bring pets inside (move stock to shelter), stay inside away from doors and window and preferably shelter in the middle of the house. Also unplug small appliances that might be affected by electrical power surges.
- The Wellington Region Emergency Coordination Centre had been activated and was currently monitoring the situation in close contact with MetService, councils, lifeline utilities and emergency services.
- In Aro Valley, Wellington Electricity said there were 134 customers without power. Power was expected to be restored within 8 hours.
- In Horokiwi and Newlands, another 91 people were without power and theirs was expected to be restored within 7 hours.
- Red wind warning sees Victoria University of Wellington close for the day
- Waves in Wellington hit 11.5 metres
- Air New Zealand said due to severe high winds in Wellington this morning, majority of our flights into and out of the capital have been cancelled through to 6pm,
People should contact 111 if people or property are at risk.
Keep up to date with warnings on the MetService website.
Live updates are being posted on the Stuff website.
Stay safe, neighbours.
Love food, people and kaupapa-driven mahi? Step into the heart of BGI's kitchen and garden. Coordinate volunteers, run zero waste systems and cook up community connection.
Ready to lead with manaakitanga and feed change?
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number … View moreLove food, people and kaupapa-driven mahi? Step into the heart of BGI's kitchen and garden. Coordinate volunteers, run zero waste systems and cook up community connection.
Ready to lead with manaakitanga and feed change?
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8979) on our website by clicking the link.
Hello,
We hope that this finds you well on this chilly wet day. Please find attached the April 2025 newsletter (#22) from Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc. Stay wam!
Yours sincerely,
Carl Savage
Yours sincerely,
… View moreHello,
We hope that this finds you well on this chilly wet day. Please find attached the April 2025 newsletter (#22) from Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc. Stay wam!
Yours sincerely,
Carl Savage
Yours sincerely,
for and on behalf of
*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)*
P: Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street, Brooklyn, Wellington, 6021
E: brooklynresidentswellington@gmail.com
F: *www.facebook.com/brooklynresidentswellington
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