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Thirty thousand nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants across the country are striking on Wednesday today for better pay, more sick leave and safer work conditions.
They will walk off the job for eight hours from 11am until 7pm.
Yep, it is not Friday but by coincidence both Andrew Gorrie and Rosa Marie visited Zealandia and photographed a stroppy tūī who did not want to share the sugar feeder.
Check out the photo of a kaka by Gorrie and the tūī by Marie. Which picture do your prefer?
Exercise classes primarily for Seniors, but all ages and abilities welcome. Read more about each class below.
MONDAY 10.30am - SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES
o Every Monday, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5
TUESDAY 5pm - SPIN POI
o Every Tuesday, 5pm, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5
WEDNESDAY … View moreExercise classes primarily for Seniors, but all ages and abilities welcome. Read more about each class below.
MONDAY 10.30am - SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES
o Every Monday, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5
TUESDAY 5pm - SPIN POI
o Every Tuesday, 5pm, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5
WEDNESDAY 2pm - SPIN POI
o Every Wednesday, 2pm, on Zoom - $5
THURSDAY 11am - SPIN POI
This class is funded by Tu Ora Compass Health - suggested koha $2
o 17 June - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 24 June - Seatoun Village Hall
o 1 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 8 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 15 July - Seatoun Village Hall
o 22 July - Seatoun Village Hall
o 29 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o From August on, all classes at Strathmore Park until further notice
SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES
50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs standing, the rest seated in chairs. Aims of the class: Gentle exercise for those who can't exercise standing up / Prevent joint stiffness & maintain joint and muscle mobility / Have fun!
Suitable for various forms of arthritis, recovery from strokes or heart attacks, chronic fatigue, MS, seniors easing back into exercise and more.
SPIN POI
Playing with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see improvements in grip strength, attention, focus, balance and coordination.
No need to book. Poi provided. Or there some new sets available for sale if you want your own personal set. The class is suitable for beginners to intermediate. It is 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders & warm up
o Practice poi movements
o Playtime! 20-25 minutes of poi to music
o Cool down
Ask me more about any of the classes!
Our SPCA Pet of the Day this week is Pippa the dog.
"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I very much enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go … View moreOur SPCA Pet of the Day this week is Pippa the dog.
"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I very much enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and show me all the wonderful things out there.
As I want to keep all the cuddles and tummy rubs for myself I am looking for a home as an only dog. Don't be fooled by my size, I can be cheeky and have jumped fences before, so am needing a home that has high fencing. I could live with older kids that are confident around big boisterous ladies like myself.
I do however come with a medical waiver my new home would have to be aware of. So if you think I'm the girl for you please contact the canine team for more information."
Anyone with an internet connection can gain a glimpse into the secret lives of kororā thanks to new cameras set up by Urban Wildlife Trust and Niwa.
Kororā, or little blue penguins, are found around New Zealand’s coasts and grow to only 35 centimetres tall – the smallest species of penguin in… View moreAnyone with an internet connection can gain a glimpse into the secret lives of kororā thanks to new cameras set up by Urban Wildlife Trust and Niwa.
Kororā, or little blue penguins, are found around New Zealand’s coasts and grow to only 35 centimetres tall – the smallest species of penguin in the world.
They visit land between June and March each year to lay eggs, care for their young and moult before returning to sea to feed during April and May.
Two high resolution cameras and an external microphone have been installed in a little blue penguin nest box in Evans Bay, with Kororā Cam now streaming straight to YouTube.
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This week we feature Marlie who belongs to Darren and Johanna of Berhampore.
"Marlie, our cat, loves hanging out on the streets of Berhampore. Marlie is an inquisitive little girl who loves to check out what’s happening in the neighbourhood."
Remember if you want your pet featured on … View moreThis week we feature Marlie who belongs to Darren and Johanna of Berhampore.
"Marlie, our cat, loves hanging out on the streets of Berhampore. Marlie is an inquisitive little girl who loves to check out what’s happening in the neighbourhood."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Exercise your mind and learn to play Bridge.
Bridge is to cards what chess is to board games – the ultimate challenge for card players.
It's Canasta on steroids, 500 taken to a whole new level of excitement.
The best way to start your Bridge odyssey is to join the right club. One… View moreExercise your mind and learn to play Bridge.
Bridge is to cards what chess is to board games – the ultimate challenge for card players.
It's Canasta on steroids, 500 taken to a whole new level of excitement.
The best way to start your Bridge odyssey is to join the right club. One that offers lessons to help you over the steep learning curve and where experienced players are keen to mentor newcomers. The right club will become your second home and its members, new friends.
Karori is that club for Wellingtonians. Lessons are about to start. A warning, bridge can be addictive.
For more information: 04 476-6179 or karoribridge@gmail.com
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Bridge - Mind Sport
This weeks contribution comes from Louise Thomas.
"Is that a little blue sky this afternoon? I feel like a mole rat emerging after a week in the burrow. This grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) seems pretty happy to see the sun. He's posing in a cedar tree for Christmas cards."
From 14 June, the Transfer Station at Wellington’s Southern Landfill will temporarily close on weekdays while the roof is replaced – but it will be open as usual at weekends.
The closure will impact residential customers dropping off general waste, hazardous waste and green waste, but … View moreFrom 14 June, the Transfer Station at Wellington’s Southern Landfill will temporarily close on weekdays while the roof is replaced – but it will be open as usual at weekends.
The closure will impact residential customers dropping off general waste, hazardous waste and green waste, but commercial waste operators won’t be affected.
The Tip Shop, Recycle Centre and Capital Compost will remain open.
The work is expected to take at least five weeks.
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