Island Bay, Wellington

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1646 days ago

Gentle Exercise classes - June / July timetable

Deb from Kilbirnie

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 more
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 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!

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1651 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Pippa

Reporter Community News

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 more
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 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."

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1646 days ago

Keeping up with the kororā, live cam launched on Wellington coast

Reporter Community News

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 more
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 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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1646 days ago

Sunday Garage Sale in Island Bay

Deborah from Island Bay

Garage sale Sunday 11am - 3pm at 330 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

Huge variety of stuff: wedding dresses, cross-trainer, food processor, vacuum cleaner, kitchen utensils, gas heater, Marsden uniform skirt, snowboots, clothes, toys, pictures, tools.

Money raised is for a scholarship for a young mum … View more
Garage sale Sunday 11am - 3pm at 330 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

Huge variety of stuff: wedding dresses, cross-trainer, food processor, vacuum cleaner, kitchen utensils, gas heater, Marsden uniform skirt, snowboots, clothes, toys, pictures, tools.

Money raised is for a scholarship for a young mum through New Horizons For Women Trust.

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1646 days ago

Confidence.

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

With a confident attitude, you can reach great heights.

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1654 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

It has been in the news a lot lately, under a different name, so where is this?

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1648 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1648 days ago

Art Exhibition

Annette from Island Bay

JAZZ OF ART Group Exhibition at BLUEBELLE CAFE 9 - 28 June.
coincides with Wellington Jazz Festival. 'Blue in Green' artist: Douglas McArthur 'Miles in Focus' artist: Ian Logan and many more !

1652 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Marlie

Reporter Community News

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 more
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 Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1649 days ago

BORED?? Need a Challenge??

Karori Bridge Club

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 more
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 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

Lessons Flyer
Bridge - Mind Sport
Learn more

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1653 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

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."

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1650 days ago

Planning a trip to the Landfill?

Wellington City Council

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 more
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 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.
Find out more

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1650 days ago

Westinghouse oven door seal $25

Sara from Island Bay

Brand new didn't solve our door issue as it wasn't the seal. Cost around $35
Good for
Westinghouse Simpson Tempest, Vega, Mercury, Colombo HNZ, Colombo, Neptune, Saturn, Gemini, Polaris, Apollo

Also listed on trade me.

Pick up Volga St Island Bay

Negotiable

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1650 days ago

iPad Pro 10.5 inch (2017) case

Sara from Island Bay

New not used doesn't fit my iPad 4
$5

Negotiable

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1657 days ago

Hazard a guess to when the photo was taken?

Andrew from Vogeltown

Hi Neighbors,

I've just picked up this gem from the dump shop and was wondering if anyone knew approximately what year the photo may have been taken?

Apologies for the reflections in the pic.

Cheers
Andy

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