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Gardening expert and author Lynda Hallinan joined us us live on Homed on Valentine's Day to share her love of gardening and answer your plant-based dilemmas.
If you missed it, you can see what Lynda had to say and maybe get some new ideas to try in your own garden, by clicking here.
We’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk … View moreWe’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk past don’t forget to purchase a sausage sizzle as all funds go back to your local community.
Join our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience … View moreJoin our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience necessary.
When: Sunday 25th February, 10am
Where: Nairn Street Cottage
Costs $20 - bookings essential.
Dog kennel $30
Avery (Bird or small pet) home on Wheels $130
Please contact me if your interested on 0274427219 Lynne
Tai Chi classes starting at Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre, 27 Chelsea Street, Thursday 15th Feb, 1-2 pm, $2 casual.
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In our modern world, the pace of life is growing faster and we are losing touch with our true inner peace . Meditation is time taken for quiet reflection and silence. It gives us the power to choose positive thoughts over those which are negative. We begin to create healthier and happier … View moreIn our modern world, the pace of life is growing faster and we are losing touch with our true inner peace . Meditation is time taken for quiet reflection and silence. It gives us the power to choose positive thoughts over those which are negative. We begin to create healthier and happier relationships and change our lives in a positive way.
This course will give an introduction to the practice of meditation. Some of the topics covered are thought patterns, the soul/body connection and connection of the soul with a higher power.
The course is run over three sessions:
12 February, 14 February and 19 February 2018
6.00 pm to 7.30 pm
61C Ira Street, Miramar, Wellington
For more information or to register your attendance:
Phone: 027 3503200
Email: bakjehsat@yahoo.co.nz
There is no charge for this course.
Are you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of … View moreAre you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of spot prizes on the day, along with FREE transport to and from the event.
Registrations close at midnight on Thursday 15 February – enter online today!
Seven hidden gardens are coming into bloom across Wellington and just waiting to be discovered. Have you spotted any of them yet?
All you have to do is solve some simple riddles to reveal the locations of these creative green treasures, which have been designed by apprentice gardeners from … View moreSeven hidden gardens are coming into bloom across Wellington and just waiting to be discovered. Have you spotted any of them yet?
All you have to do is solve some simple riddles to reveal the locations of these creative green treasures, which have been designed by apprentice gardeners from Wellington City Council. Good luck and happy hunting!
One of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not… View moreOne of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not to be missed.
When: Thursday 15th February, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Where: Wellington Museum
Entry by Koha - Cash bar available - ID Required
We're starting the next stage of major strengthening work on Ngaio Gorge Road on Monday 12 February. It’s expected to take up to 26 weeks to make this important route more resilient. The road will be closed 9am–4pm, Wednesday 14–Friday 16 February. For more info click here.
From Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
… View moreFrom Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
Thanks to the response from the community, and in spite of a record hot January, the region’s storage lakes are now in good shape to last for the remainder of summer.
This means restrictions can now be eased to allow for the limited use of garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.
This is a good position to be in, but it’s important that people keep being responsible with water usage.
Sprinklers are actually a relatively wasteful way to water plants, and their use is limited by the garden watering restrictions still in place.
These allow the use of a single sprinkler or irrigation system, between the hours of 6-8 am and 7-9pm only on alternate days according to your house number.
Sprinkler use permitted at:
- odd-numbered houses on odd dates (1st, 3rd, 15th etc)
- even-numbered houses on even dates (2nd, 4th, 18th etc)
only between the hours of 6-8am and 7-9pm.
This restriction level will remain in place until further notice, or the end of Daylight Savings (1 April 2018) – except in Upper Hutt, where this restriction remains in place all year round.
We’d also like to remind people that the easing of restrictions is a good time to check and refill any emergency water storage containers, or to install an emergency tank if you don’t have one yet.
Tips for good watering practice:
- Use a trigger or wand to ensure water goes only where it’s needed
- Concentrate watering on the roots of plants not the leaves
- Use mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out
Many of you will have seen a plan for a pedestrian/cycle bridge which would cross Cobham Drive and safely connect the cycle-way to the ASB Sports Stadium [Ref Neighbourly: Safe Crossing from ASB to Cobham Drive by Joe Horvath from Kilbirnie]. Joe's suggestion stimulated more than 150 … View moreMany of you will have seen a plan for a pedestrian/cycle bridge which would cross Cobham Drive and safely connect the cycle-way to the ASB Sports Stadium [Ref Neighbourly: Safe Crossing from ASB to Cobham Drive by Joe Horvath from Kilbirnie]. Joe's suggestion stimulated more than 150 overwhelmingly positive responses. But at the moment, sadly, it's just a plan.
How can we make it a reality? Well, NZTA is responsible for SH1 and that means we have to approach the big boys and girls in the Beehive. Phil Twyford who has ministerial responsibility for "Transport" also has the portfolio for "Housing and Urban Dvelopment" which is the hot potato at the moment so it's likely our crossing will not have crossed HIS desk. But his associate minister for transport, Julie Genter, ALSO looks after health so is the obviously person to take this on.
You may know she is backing the “The Aotearoa Bike Challenge" (which starts today, 1st February) and says...
“A 10-minute ride could be part of your commute to work or a trip to the park with the kids. It’s an achievable goal that will help you feel great and build a positive habit in the new year ahead. This year we hope to see even more New Zealanders get on their bikes with some great prizes on offer for participating, including e-bikes.”
Well a 10 minute bike ride which crossed Cobham Drive could be the end of your commute to work unless some action is take to make it safer. Perhaps, better than factuous prizes, money could be spent on tender documents for "Joe's Bridge".
If you feel strongly about this, contact Julie [Email: j.genter@ministers.govt.nz / +64 4 817 8726] and let's get some action.
Richard Scales
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