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2756 days ago

Poll: Is there still a place for marmalade in your kitchen... and your heart?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget … View moreOnce upon a time, marmalade on toast was a winter staple. In our upcoming July issue though, gardening guru Lynda Hallinan says marmalade is in danger of extinction because fewer and fewer people are buying, making or eating it! So tell us: Do you still like marmalade? Yes or no, don't forget to tell us why.

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Is there still a place for marmalade in your kitchen... and your heart?
  • 79% Yum and yes please, I love marmalade!
    79% Complete
  • 21% No, thank you!
    21% Complete
2166 votes
2756 days ago

Celebrate Matariki 2018 @ Wellington City Libraries

Jess Payne from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Matariki ahunga nui – Matariki, provider of plentiful food
As the month of June rolls upon us, marking the end of the traditional harvesting time, we pause for reflection as the constellation of Matariki will soon reappear in the sky to mark the start of the Māori New Year – a time for … View more
Matariki ahunga nui – Matariki, provider of plentiful food
As the month of June rolls upon us, marking the end of the traditional harvesting time, we pause for reflection as the constellation of Matariki will soon reappear in the sky to mark the start of the Māori New Year – a time for remembering the past, reflecting on the present, and gathering hopes for new beginnings. At Wellington Central Library we have organised the following free events and promotions to mark and celebrate Matariki.

Emerging Winter Food Traditions (12.30 pm Mon June 18th)
For this korero we have invited Kelda Hains and Lois Daish who will discuss preservation and fermentation around Matariki as the time following harvest.

An introduction to whakapapa research resources (12.30 pm Tues June 19th
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The next event is a look at resources for researching whakapapa and some examples of how these resources can be used, this again fits with the ideas of whānau coming together at Matariki.

He Taonga te Reo – What’s in a name? (12.30 pm Fri June 22nd)

A presentation on the intricacies of naming places in today’s democratic society : he kōrero by Neavin Broughton

#MatarikiMash
In the lead up to Matariki we will also be running our twitter word play promotion “Matariki Mash” from 11 June where we invite you to play along by creating a story that uses the four selected Māori words for the day (don’t forget the hashtag #matarikimash). So follow us on twitter and get involved!

To find out more about these events and how to get involved, check out wcl.govt.nz...

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2763 days ago

Getting around Wellington City after 15 July - metlink.org.nz is here to help

Community Engagement Advisor from

Wellington city bus routes are changing from Sunday 15 July.

Read up on the new timetables NOW at www.metlink.org.nz...

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2757 days ago

Heard the news? Improving your hearing has never been so easy…

Wellington Hearing Care

Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a … View more
Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a FREE Lifestyle Hearing Assessment, we can even demonstrate what a difference hearing aids can make for you, free of charge and without obligation.

If you mention Neighbourly, we will give you a $250 discount off any hearing aid system you purchase... because we want to be good neighbours!
Find out more

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2757 days ago

Operatunity presents Shake, Rattle & Roll!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!
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The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!

Iconic New Zealand artists like Suzanne Lynch (The Chicks) and Pat Urlich (Peking Man) will be joined by Operatunity’s favourite core artist Bonnie & Karl. We are in for a shaking, rattling and rolling good time! With songs from the likes of Elvis, Connie Francis, Bill Hayley and the Comets and more!
Book your tickets here!

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2757 days ago

18 Wellington buildings require safety checks

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Wellington City Council has identified 113 buildings in the capital that are clad in aluminium composite panelling (ACP), which was linked to the Grenfell tower disaster in June 2017 that claimed 72 lives.

The owners of 18 Wellington buildings with cladding similar to that seen in London's … View more
Wellington City Council has identified 113 buildings in the capital that are clad in aluminium composite panelling (ACP), which was linked to the Grenfell tower disaster in June 2017 that claimed 72 lives.

The owners of 18 Wellington buildings with cladding similar to that seen in London's fatal Grenfell Tower fire have been told to seek an engineer's fire assessment. Find out more.

2758 days ago

Road diversions in Kilbirnie starting Sunday 17 June

The Team from Wellington Water

From Sunday 17 June 2018, local road diversions will be in place around the Evans Bay Parade/Kilbirnie Crescent intersection, in Kilbirnie.

This is due to stormwater renewals that are taking place in the area.

The diversions will be in place for approximately four weeks as we are working in … View more
From Sunday 17 June 2018, local road diversions will be in place around the Evans Bay Parade/Kilbirnie Crescent intersection, in Kilbirnie.

This is due to stormwater renewals that are taking place in the area.

The diversions will be in place for approximately four weeks as we are working in the area, and they will be clearly signposted both throughout the work site and surrounding roads.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we carry out this work.

For more information and updates about this project visit wellingtonwater.co.nz...

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2758 days ago

Keep warm with free curtains

Sustainability Trust

Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open… View more
Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open for orders. To find out more and apply for curtains, go to the Sustainability Trust website or give us a call on 0508 78 78 24 extn 705. You’ll find an order form, and an instruction video on how to measure your windows so the curtains fit well.
Order curtains

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2759 days ago

Driving to the CBD? Remember to take coins!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, … View more
Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, click here.

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2758 days ago

Poll: Are home ventilation systems worth it?

Reporter Homed

Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View more
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.

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Are home ventilation systems worth it?
  • 62.1% Yes it's been great.
    62.1% Complete
  • 16.8% No, our windows still weep.
    16.8% Complete
  • 21.1% It's improved but not removed.
    21.1% Complete
972 votes
2762 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest … View more
Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2758 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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2758 days ago

Seatoun Tunnel closure

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Seatoun Tunnel will be closed from midnight on Sunday 24 June until 5am Monday 25 June to remove the trolley bus overhead wires. A traffic management plan will be in place, so please follow directions. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Click here for more info on the project
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Seatoun Tunnel will be closed from midnight on Sunday 24 June until 5am Monday 25 June to remove the trolley bus overhead wires. A traffic management plan will be in place, so please follow directions. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Click here for more info on the project
Photo: Nat Archives. Circa 1910, Ref: 1/2-091609-F.

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2758 days ago

Matariki at Bond Street Community Garden

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Join in the celebrations for #WellyMatariki at your very own inner-city community garden at Bond Street Friday (15 June) lunchtime from 12 noon. There will be free kai, fun activities for kids & their whānau...plus opportunities to learn and relax in the garden! More info

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2759 days ago

4 Dining Chairs

Sherryl from Kilbirnie

All in good order.

Pick up Kilbirnie

027-2846095

Price: $60

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