Ohariu, Wellington

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Bring out the best in the concrete you already have #resenetip

Rejuvenate or refresh the colour of concrete inside or out with Resene ConcreteWash, a wash of sheer colour that can help to warm up the look of concrete without the need to replace it.

1181 days ago

Kintsugi Workshops 15 and 16 October

Alina from Khandallah

Kintsugi Workshop in Wellington - Saturday 15th October // Expressions WWT and Sunday 16th October // Toi Poneke Art

After two SOLD OUT workshops in Wellington here is the next one... This October 2022

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with Artist Ema Frost in this new Workshop. You can bring… View more
Kintsugi Workshop in Wellington - Saturday 15th October // Expressions WWT and Sunday 16th October // Toi Poneke Art

After two SOLD OUT workshops in Wellington here is the next one... This October 2022

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with Artist Ema Frost in this new Workshop. You can bring along a piece of your own pottery to restore in this beautiful style. (I'll also have a few as back up if you don't have your own piece) (All Levels)

Saturday 15th October - 10:00am - 12:00pm or 1:30 - 3:30pm
Sunday 16th October – 10:30 – 12:30

emafrost.com...

1181 days ago

Spicer landfill Odour complaints

Monique from Tawa Residents' Association

"Porirua City Council advises that from 8.00am Tuesday 27 September all odour complaints that may be related to the Spicer Landfill should be made directly with Porirua City Council. The number to call is 04 237 5089 for both business hours and after-hours complaints.
Council will advise … View more
"Porirua City Council advises that from 8.00am Tuesday 27 September all odour complaints that may be related to the Spicer Landfill should be made directly with Porirua City Council. The number to call is 04 237 5089 for both business hours and after-hours complaints.
Council will advise Greater Wellington Regional Council as each complaint is received. Council will also advise its landfill contractor Envirowaste and is looking to engage independent personnel to make odour observations in the community when complaints are received after hours."
From 8.00am Tuesday 27 September they have now also made available a free call number 0800 2371500.
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Picture credits PCC

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1182 days ago

Get quake safe now, not later.

Earthquake Comission

If you felt the recent earthquake, your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like securing tall and heavy furniture, and getting a … View more
If you felt the recent earthquake, your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.

So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like securing tall and heavy furniture, and getting a builder to look at your chimney.

Everything you need to know is at EQC’s site. Don’t wait for the next earthquake to shake you into action, get started now.
Find out more

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1183 days ago

Meet the Takapū/Northern Ward Councillor Candidates

Monique from Tawa Residents' Association

The Tawa Residents' Association is hosting their “Meet the Takapū/Northern Ward Councillor Candidates” evening 28th September, 7pm at the Tawa Community Centre, bringing all the candidates to you here in Tawa so you can ask them the tough questions:
The evening will be heavily focused … View more
The Tawa Residents' Association is hosting their “Meet the Takapū/Northern Ward Councillor Candidates” evening 28th September, 7pm at the Tawa Community Centre, bringing all the candidates to you here in Tawa so you can ask them the tough questions:
The evening will be heavily focused on asking the candidates questions - we want them to respond to what locals in Tawa want to know about. So come prepared with your questions!

1182 days ago

Te Aro Toastmasters

Vignesh from Khandallah

Want to improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Join us. We meet fortnightly on Wednesday at 5.30 PM at Anvil House (138 Wakefield Street)

"Toastmasters meeting provides an opportunity and a supportive environment to improve your public speaking, communication, and leadership … View more
Want to improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Join us. We meet fortnightly on Wednesday at 5.30 PM at Anvil House (138 Wakefield Street)

"Toastmasters meeting provides an opportunity and a supportive environment to improve your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills. Meetings are self-run and members work their way through Toastmasters’ education program."

You can refer to any of the following links to reach out or ask any questions here and I would be more than happy to help :)

Meetup: meetu.ps/c/28Bkl/wfhqM/d

Facebook: www.facebook.com...

Instagram: www.instagram.com...

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1182 days ago

Very rare vintage pieces

Jamie from Tawa

These are amazingly detailed, especially for their size. Maybe made of pewter, I believe they are Italian made.

Miniature stautes in great condition

Price: $60

1183 days ago

For Waitangi Day

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

Simple stripes create stunning results with these great craft ideas. Brighten up some old napkins (or plain new ones) with eye-catching designs inspired by traditional patterns using Resene paint. Plus paint your own height chart and Ti rakau.

Find out how to create your own.

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1183 days ago

Brother and Sister Duo Stars Success! ⭐

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Having moved from Australia to New Zealand, Lahaina and Hawea went through our Stars programme to not only become head students but also excel as peer mentors at their high school.

Hawea said “I used to never like talking, I used to always be in the background hiding, then during the … View more
Having moved from Australia to New Zealand, Lahaina and Hawea went through our Stars programme to not only become head students but also excel as peer mentors at their high school.

Hawea said “I used to never like talking, I used to always be in the background hiding, then during the programme (Stars) I learned more social skills, how to speak and become more confident with my speaking.”

Invest in a child’s future and help, Kiwi kids like Lahaina and Hawea overcome life’s obstacles. Please, donate through the link below.

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1183 days ago

Lithops

Jamie from Tawa

Established, healthy Lithops. 6 years old. Have are both single plants that have double themselves last year, very cool.

Nice matching pottery homes.

Price: $50

1184 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for new potatoes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Sept 25, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for new potato recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Sept 25, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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1184 days ago

Change of Opening Hours/Days from TUESDAY 4th Oct 2022

The Team from

We hear you! So here's a start with us being open on Sundays from Tues 4 Oct onwards @130 Main Road Tawa. How does that sound?

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1184 days ago

The Lost Rolling Stones Phorographs

Jenny from Titahi Bay

From the Bob Bonis archive, 1964 - 1966
by Larry Marion. Published 2010
ex-lib in great condition, apart from one mark at the bottom of a page - see photos.
Lots of black and white and colour photographs from the early days of The Rolling Stones.

Price: $15

1184 days ago

Bee Friendly

Rod from Hive World Honey

Did you know -
Only workers (female bees) can sting.
Drones (males) have no stinger.
The queen can sting but very rarely does. It is primarily used against other queens if another queen is in her hive.

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1185 days ago

Packing Boxes (2)

Edwina from Khandallah

2 packing boxes to give away

Larger box

620x500x370mm


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2 packing boxes to give away

Larger box

620x500x370mm



Smaller box

390x580x290mm

Free

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1185 days ago

Vaitoelau’s Project K Story 💜

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

“Coming out of Project K with such a strong foundation of self-acceptance is a big moment of my life and I am grateful and thankful for your work and service. Project K taught me THAT I AM IMPORTANT."

Invest in a child’s future and help, Kiwi kids like Vaitoelau overcome life’s … View more
“Coming out of Project K with such a strong foundation of self-acceptance is a big moment of my life and I am grateful and thankful for your work and service. Project K taught me THAT I AM IMPORTANT."

Invest in a child’s future and help, Kiwi kids like Vaitoelau overcome life’s obstacles. Please, donate through the link below.

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