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Wellington arts icon Bill Sheat has given his name and money to a trust to support New Zealand dancers.
Sheat died in January after a short illness, aged 90. Long-time friend and former Royal New Zealand Ballet dancer Sandra Norman approached him with the idea of a scholarship when he became ill.
… View moreWellington arts icon Bill Sheat has given his name and money to a trust to support New Zealand dancers.
Sheat died in January after a short illness, aged 90. Long-time friend and former Royal New Zealand Ballet dancer Sandra Norman approached him with the idea of a scholarship when he became ill.
In later years he became increasingly outspoken over what he regarded as the “Americanisation” of performing arts in New Zealand.
A proud New Zealander, he favoured Kiwis being in key positions, so they could tell stories that New Zealanders could relate to.
Sheat was well known in Lower Hutt as a partner in a law firm.
Diana Ward-Pickering from Lyall Bay is proud of her nine month old Burmese kittens Minnie and Lilac.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.
Hey Neighbourly folk, what do you think is going on here? Hint, it used to be an annual event.
Normally, leotards are pretty small and my girl is tall so more it could be size 9 or even 10, I guess.
Our Pet of the Day this week is Sophie.
"I have a bit of history here at the SPCA. I originally came in as a shy kitten in 2015. I was adopted and this is what my foster family said about me. "Sophie was shy and hid a lot when she first came home with me. I put some food by her hiding … View moreOur Pet of the Day this week is Sophie.
"I have a bit of history here at the SPCA. I originally came in as a shy kitten in 2015. I was adopted and this is what my foster family said about me. "Sophie was shy and hid a lot when she first came home with me. I put some food by her hiding spot and a little trail towards me and she came out and was affectionate. Until she feels safe she will hide. Sophie still - three months later - hides when other people come to the house, but is brave and affectionate with me. Sophie isn't really interested in toys and prefers to sleep in the sun or hang out with me. She will either snuggle into my leg on the sofa or on my lap. When she wants attention she will pat me with her paw. In the evening I would cradle her like a baby and sing to her and rub her belly, she loved it."
Thirty-five per cent of little blue penguins born on the Matiu/Somes Island have died of starvation after an otherwise successful breeding season.
During a fortnightly survey of the colony in mid-November, the Wellington Harbour Penguin Study team discovered 66 dead chicks – 54 of them in one … View moreThirty-five per cent of little blue penguins born on the Matiu/Somes Island have died of starvation after an otherwise successful breeding season.
During a fortnightly survey of the colony in mid-November, the Wellington Harbour Penguin Study team discovered 66 dead chicks – 54 of them in one day.
Their death has been attributed to silt and the water temperature in the harbour, which resulted in a lack of fish.
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View moreWashing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.
Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.
The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
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at the Embrace Design shop on 180 Main Road, Tawa
I am excited to launch a new Exercise class starting in Tawa called Prost-FIT. An exercise modality for men currently living with prostate cancer at any stage of diagnosis or treatment; or any cancer. Starting Mondays at 2.00 at Heavenly Fitness HQ in Redwood. Message me for more information. … View moreI am excited to launch a new Exercise class starting in Tawa called Prost-FIT. An exercise modality for men currently living with prostate cancer at any stage of diagnosis or treatment; or any cancer. Starting Mondays at 2.00 at Heavenly Fitness HQ in Redwood. Message me for more information. fitnessheavenly@gmail.com
Andrew Gorrie took this beautiful photo of a korimako (bellbird) on a recent trip to Kāpiti Island.
Open Day coming up tomorrow. Make sure to come down to the Tawa Community Centre Hall at 10am. Free classes for juniors and seniors will be demonstrating all the dance styles on offer.
GirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!
There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial … View moreGirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!
There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial assistance available for families who need support.
🦋 Brownies for 7 - 9 year old girls meet Thurs 3.45pm - 5.15pm
🦙 Guides for 9 - 12 year old girls meet Thurs 5.30pm - 7pm
🦜 Rangers for 12+ year old girls meet Thurs 7pm - 9pm
If you have any questions, please PM me or comment below.
Girls usually visit once or twice before joining.
If you'd like to visit and check us out, you can enquire about a local group via the GGNZ website link below.
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