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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)

Information
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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)

Information
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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)

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 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.

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

42 days ago

storm damaged Gardens

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Has your Garden suffered a beating this week? Need a fresh look
Anyway? Call us today for a free quote too getting the garden looking smart

Ian 0272430951

43 days ago

Find Your Calm: Crafting Wooden Balance Rocks with Resene Stains

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.

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49 days ago

Poll: Yay or nay to tourist fees? 🌏💰

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.

So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇

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Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.

So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇

Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.

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Yay or nay to tourist fees? 🌏💰
  • 68.4% Yay
    68.4% Complete
  • 31.6% Nay
    31.6% Complete
1846 votes
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45 days ago

Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser Volunteer - Wellington Branch, New Zealand Red Cross

Stephanie from Te Aro

Help to raise funds to deliver the former refuge support program of Wellington branch of New Zealand Red Cross. Join with our sausage sizzle fundraiser as a volunteer.

Your tasks:
You will involve one or a combination of following activities during the sausage sizzle fundraiser:

(i) … View more
Help to raise funds to deliver the former refuge support program of Wellington branch of New Zealand Red Cross. Join with our sausage sizzle fundraiser as a volunteer.

Your tasks:
You will involve one or a combination of following activities during the sausage sizzle fundraiser:

(i) sausage sizzling
(ii) serving
(iii) cash handing
(iv) selling of other stuff (e.g. soft drinks), and
(v) shopping, if needed.

*Location: Bunnings Warehouse, Lyall Bay
(22-54 Kingsford Smith Street, Rongotai Wellington 6022)
*Date and time:
27 October 2025 from 8.30 am to 4.00pm.
You don’t need to be there for the full event. We have shifts available for (1) 8.30 am – 10.30 am, (2) 10.30 am – 12.30 pm, (3) 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm, and (4) 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm. Please communicate for which shift that you are available, your name, email and phone number by your application email to volunteerapplications@redcross.org.nz.

Volunteer requirements and training:
*As part of the Health and Safety policy of the New Zealand Red Cross and Bunnings Warehouse, all volunteers are expected to wear covered shoes. The team leader will give a briefing on Health and Safety aspects of the activity during the induction. There will be a short induction session (10minutes) at the beginning of your shift. Therefore, please be on the site before 20 minutes of your scheduled shift.
*We need to verify your identity using your photo ID.
*Minimum age:16 years

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Central.Area@redcross.org.nz or call 0800 RED CROSS (0800 733 27677)/ Sujith (0212430446).

45 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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45 days ago

Spring Gardening clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Want a fresh look with the Gardens?
Trees fell down with all this wind?
Lost the cat again because of all the weeds? Call me today for a free garden cleanup quote
Ian on 0272430951

65 days ago

Through your lense: Share your favourite corner of your indoor sanctuary

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Your cozy reading nook, a sunlit verandah, or a steaming mug of coffee with your curled up cat ...

We’d love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...

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46 days ago

Proud to be New Zealand's Best!

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Big news! Ryman has won Best Provider Nationwide at the 2025 Seniors New Zealand Awards - for the 6th time!
Leading the way in retirement living and aged care, again and again.

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46 days ago

The latest product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
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We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
Tom & Luke brand Snackaballs and Vogel's brand Cereal Products
Pams brand Mini Hash Browns
Gilmours Peanuts Chopped
FreshLife brand Chopped Peanuts
Piper’s brand Milkshake Biscuits Original and Caramel
Tasti brand various products
Dometic Drinkware Tumbler

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Steelcraft One2 V2 and Britax One2 Strollers
Car Seat G405- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat G401- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat G410- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat LB-828- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat Q5- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat 10911524- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat 11630- sold at Panda Mart
Annabel Trends Toothy Teether and Annabel Trends Cactus Teether

Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+
Aspect Sun Sunscreens- Physical Sun Protection SPF50+ and Tinted Physical SPF50+

Product Recalls: Electronics
Tesla Powerwall 2 Battery Energy Storage Units
Midea Air Fryer- sold at Trade Depot
ANKO Portable Blender (4 colourways)- sold at Kmart

Product Recalls: Other
“Wobbly head Dino” Greeting Card
Trojan Developments Prox Rex
Zenith Taps- ChillTap Extra 60 (Residential), ChillTap Extra 140 (Commercial)
Hot Water Bottles- sold at MIDIO Lambton Quay Limited

Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.

See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!

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