Maupuia, Wellington

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36 days ago

Craft Your Feathered Friends with Pinecones and Favourite Resene Colours!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

These kākāpō, rainbow lorikeet and ruru birds are a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Find out how to make and paint your own feathered friends with these easy step by step instructions.

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51 days ago

🐾🎃 Is your pet ready to strut their spooky stuff?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆

*Unleash your … View more
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆

*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!

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38 days ago

Plasma can help treat someone’s kidney disease

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.

Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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38 days ago

Gardening services

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Nature’s Choice Gardening ?


Turning your backyard jungle into a garden paradise—no machete required.

✨ Services include:
• Garden clean-ups & makeovers
• Lawn care & hedge trimming
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Nature’s Choice Gardening ?


Turning your backyard jungle into a garden paradise—no machete required.

✨ Services include:
• Garden clean-ups & makeovers
• Lawn care & hedge trimming
• Planting & garden design
• Weed control & maintenance

? Lower Hutt & Wellington region
? Call 027 243 0951 — Let’s tame that wild yard!

40 days ago

Boost Skills with ServiceIQ Training

ServiceIQ

Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit … View more
Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.

We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit around real work. Whether you’re an employer building a capable team or someone starting, our flexible options make it easy to gain the skills and confidence to thrive.

Partner with a trusted industry training organisation that understands what today’s service sector needs.
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Learn more

60 days ago

Share your favourite raspberry recipe and win a copy of our mag!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.

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40 days ago

Buy low wattage fridge for Campervan?

Jeff from Miramar

Want a small good fridge for Campervan please if anyone got one to sell? Thanks

44 days ago

? Win a Yates Gardening Hamper! ?

Rita Angus Retirement Village

We’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.

To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening … View more
We’re celebrating National Gardening Week with a blooming great giveaway! Two lucky winners will each receive a Yates hamper valued at $225, packed with everything you need to help your garden flourish.

To enter, simply tell us what you’re planting this spring and share your best gardening tip.

Winners announced Wednesday, October 29 - good luck and happy gardening! ?

T&Cs apply.

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41 days ago

Last 2025 weaving session for Breaker Bay Hall

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Te Motu Kairangi

This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support … View more
This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Breaker Bay Hall, warmly invites you to:

Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga

Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver or returning to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We’ll cover basic weaving techniques and tikanga (customs) and provide a supportive, creative space to connect with Māori arts and crafts alongside others.

💚 What to Bring
• New weavers: 5–10 rau (blades) of harakeke, sharp scissors.
• An old towel
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
• Returning weavers: 30–40 rau of harakeke and your weaving tools
• Some tools are available to borrow
• Shared kai (snacks) welcome but not required
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke

💚 Koha appreciated, not required
If you would like to support the kaupapa, please email us at temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com for koha details.

Come and enjoy weaving, learning, and connection in a beautiful, relaxed setting.
Contact
via facebook www.facebook.com...
Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com

41 days ago

Last 2025 weaving session for Hataitai Community Hall

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Te Motu Kairangi

This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Pihinga (Beginners): 11:30am – 1:30pm (pack down starts at 1:15pm)
• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

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This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Pihinga (Beginners): 11:30am – 1:30pm (pack down starts at 1:15pm)
• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

Information
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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Hataitai Centre & Community House, warmly invites you to:
Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga
Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver or returning to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We’ll cover basic weaving techniques and tikanga (customs) and provide a supportive, creative space to connect with Māori arts and crafts alongside others.

💚 What to Bring
• New weavers: 5–10 rau (blades) of harakeke, sharp scissors.
• An old towel
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
• Returning weavers: 30–40 rau of harakeke and your weaving tools
• Some tools are available to borrow
• Shared kai (snacks) welcome but not required
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
💚 Koha appreciated, not required
If you would like to support the kaupapa, please email us at temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com for koha details.
Come and enjoy weaving, learning, and connection in a beautiful, relaxed setting.
Contact
via facebook www.facebook.com...
Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com

41 days ago

Last 2025 weaving session for Miramar Maupuia Community Centre

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Te Motu Kairangi

This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.
💚 Session Times
• Open session: 1:30pm – 5:00pm (pack down starts at 4:30pm)

Information
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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Miramar … View more
This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.
💚 Session Times
• Open session: 1:30pm – 5:00pm (pack down starts at 4:30pm)

Information
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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre, warmly invites you to:
Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga
Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver or returning to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We’ll cover basic weaving techniques and tikanga (customs) and provide a supportive, creative space to connect with Māori arts and crafts alongside others.

💚 What to Bring
• New weavers: 5–10 rau (blades) of harakeke, sharp scissors.
• An old towel
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
• Returning weavers: 30–40 rau of harakeke and your weaving tools
• Some tools are available to borrow
• Shared kai (snacks) welcome but not required
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke

💚 Koha appreciated, not required
If you would like to support the kaupapa, please email us at temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com for koha details.

Come and enjoy weaving, learning, and connection in a beautiful, relaxed setting.
Contact
via facebook www.facebook.com...
Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com

41 days ago

Last weaving session Houghton Monthly Raranga

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Te Motu Kairangi

This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Pihinga (Beginners): 11:30am – 1:30pm (pack down starts at 1:15pm)
• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

View more
This is the last 2025 session for Eastside koha weaving; 2026 weaving dates and sites will be posted in Jan 2026.

💚 Session Times

• Pihinga (Beginners): 11:30am – 1:30pm (pack down starts at 1:15pm)
• Tuākana (Returners): 1:00pm – 4:30pm (pack down starts at 4:00pm)

Information
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Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Houghton Valley Community Hall, warmly invites you to:
Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga

Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver or returning to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We’ll cover basic weaving techniques and tikanga (customs) and provide a supportive, creative space to connect with Māori arts and crafts alongside others.

💚 What to Bring
• New weavers: 5–10 rau (blades) of harakeke, sharp scissors,
• an old towel (if you have one)
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
• Returning weavers: 30–40 rau of harakeke and your weaving tools
• Some tools are available to borrow
• Shared kai (snacks) welcome but not required
• Please take any leftover harakeke home with you

💚 Koha appreciated, not required

If you would like to support the kaupapa, please email us at temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com for koha details.

Come and enjoy weaving, learning, and connection in a beautiful, relaxed setting.

Contact
via facebook www.facebook.com...
Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com

60 days ago

Monthly Raranga

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Te Motu Kairangi

Miramar Maupuia Community Centre Weaving

Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre, warmly invites you to: Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga
Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver … View more
Miramar Maupuia Community Centre Weaving

Te Motu Kairangi, with the support of Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre, warmly invites you to: Monthly Flax Weaving Wānanga
Experience the joy of learning, sharing, and reconnecting with the art of weaving.

Whether you’re a first-time weaver or returning to refresh your skills, all are welcome. We’ll cover basic weaving techniques and tikanga (customs) and provide a supportive, creative space to connect with Māori arts and crafts alongside others.
💚 Session Times
• Open session: 1:30pm – 5:00pm (pack down starts at 4:30pm)
💚 What to Bring
• New weavers: 5–10 rau (blades) of harakeke, sharp scissors.
• An old towel
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke
• Returning weavers: 30–40 rau of harakeke and your weaving tools
• Some tools are available to borrow
• Shared kai (snacks) welcome but not required
• Bring a bag, as you must take away leftover harakeke

💚 Koha appreciated, not required

If you would like to support the kaupapa, please email us at temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com for koha details.
Come and enjoy weaving, learning, and connection in a beautiful, relaxed setting.

Contact
via facebook www.facebook.com...
Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com
If you would like to koha to TMK, please email (Email temotukairangi.huihui@gmail.com) for the account details.

41 days ago

Looking for Market stall holders for Dec 2025

Irihaapeti Te Aho from Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre

🎄✨ Calling All Stall Holders! ✨🎄
Saturday 13th December
Mākete Kirihimete mō te Hapori — A Christmas Market for the Community

The season of sparkle and sharing is nearly here — and we’re inviting local makers, creators, and dreamers to join our Whātaitai Market! 🌿
Bring … View more
🎄✨ Calling All Stall Holders! ✨🎄
Saturday 13th December
Mākete Kirihimete mō te Hapori — A Christmas Market for the Community

The season of sparkle and sharing is nearly here — and we’re inviting local makers, creators, and dreamers to join our Whātaitai Market! 🌿
Bring your handmade treasures, homegrown goodies, and festive spirit to help make this a market filled with warmth, laughter, and connection.

🛍️ Stall Options:
🎁 Standard stall (1800mm x 760mm table provided): $30
🎈 Child stall: $15 or goods to the same value
🚚 Large outdoor stalls & food trucks: $50

💚 Discounts available for community group fundraisers!

Come be part of something special — a celebration of community, creativity, and Christmas joy!

To book your stall or find out more, contact Irihāpeti at the centre , either call ( 04 388 1944 ) or pop in Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday, or email iri@mmcc.org.nz

Let’s fill the air with festive cheer, local love, and the magic of Mākete Kirihimete!

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42 days ago

Scooters x2 With Helmets - Negotiable

Amar from Miramar

Ready to go
No issues with them
No longer required
No boxes
Bit of wear n tear as expected

Price: $159

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