Oriental Bay, Wellington

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2672 days ago

Kate Sheppard (bicycle) ride

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

The National Library proudly supporting Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga in collaboration with Wellington Frocks on Bikes, are excited to commemorate 125 years since women gained the right to vote – with the Kate Sheppard Ride.

22 September 2018 - Old St Pauls
Wellington Old St Paul’s,… View more
The National Library proudly supporting Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga in collaboration with Wellington Frocks on Bikes, are excited to commemorate 125 years since women gained the right to vote – with the Kate Sheppard Ride.

22 September 2018 - Old St Pauls
Wellington Old St Paul’s, Wellington Museum, National Library, Thistle Inn, Premier House and a photo stop at Parliament’s grounds.
1.30 - 4.30pm
Dress to impress and get your wheels spinning by joining us at 1.30pm on Saturday, 22 September 2018 (wet weather day will be the next day) at Old St Paul’s in Mulgrave Street.

The Suffrage 125 bicycle ride will take you through the streets of old Thorndon and Wellington’s CBD. The ride will take in significant historic and heritage places such as the Old St Paul’s, Wellington Museum, National Library, Thistle Inn, Premier House and a photo stop at Parliament’s grounds. The ride will conclude at Old Government Buildings with a celebratory ‘125 Cupcake’ from the Cake Society, refreshments from Six Barrel Soda and a prize for best dressed.

Tickets will be limited to 145 participants and available on Evenfinda in August for a Kate Sheppard $10 bill. If you don’t have a bike, discounted rental is available from Switched on Bikes. Follow us on Facebook to find out more as further details are confirmed:

Proudly supported by the National Library, Wellington Museum, Parliamentary Services, Premier House, Thistle Inn, Bicycle Junction, Switched on Bikes, Victoria University of Wellington, Ministry for Culture and Heritage, Ministry for Women, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington City Council.

2672 days ago

TENDER EXTENTED: 95 Wadestown Road, Wadestown

Di Austin Real Estate

Deceptively Spacious Suntrap...

Snap up this stunning Wadestown home and start enjoying the benefits. Perched on an elevated site with a north facing outlook from the decks and balcony ensures exceptional indoor-outdoor living and entertaining with its handsome fireplace in the lounge and … View more
Deceptively Spacious Suntrap...

Snap up this stunning Wadestown home and start enjoying the benefits. Perched on an elevated site with a north facing outlook from the decks and balcony ensures exceptional indoor-outdoor living and entertaining with its handsome fireplace in the lounge and private garden that would suit many family dynamics.

This is an ideal home for downsizers, investors or those with University aged children coming into Wellington. There is enormous scope for those with a build-on bent. The two-bedroom home is compact and yet deceptively spacious. Off street parking for three cars. Don't delay view now.

RV $550,000 (not indicative of current value).

TENDER CLOSES: Wednesday, 26th September 2018 at 12:00pm, Harcourts Wellington City Office.

OPEN HOMES:
Sunday 9 Sep 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday 12 Sep 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sunday 16 Sep 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday 19 Sep 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

SEE MORE: harcourts.co.nz...

Negotiable

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2672 days ago

Maori language week: Children's stories and sustainable art

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Date: Saturday 15th September, 10:30pm to 12:30pm
Location: Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
Cost: Free. No booking required.

Fun for mokopuna and tamariki
Bring your mokopuna and tamariki to enjoy stories in English and te… View more
Date: Saturday 15th September, 10:30pm to 12:30pm
Location: Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
Cost: Free. No booking required.

Fun for mokopuna and tamariki
Bring your mokopuna and tamariki to enjoy stories in English and te reo Māori and to make some great earth friendly art!

Learn from our resident story teller
Resident story teller Watene Kaihua will present interactive te reo stories where tamariki can learn new words and have fun.

Make a kete or poi from recycled materials
Make a kete or poi from recycled materials, do some colouring in or make a mask of an Atua (Māori god).

Hot drinks and treats are available from our local cafe, and of course, we have the Topp Twins exhibition to browse .

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2673 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Wellington or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2673 days ago

We're giving away FREE reusable shopping bags!

Tommy's Real Estate Wellington City

Tommy’s Real Estate has always been big on supporting the local communities who have supported us. Now we are doing something for the environment!

It is estimated New Zealanders use around 1.6 billion single-use plastic bags every year. By 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the … View more
Tommy’s Real Estate has always been big on supporting the local communities who have supported us. Now we are doing something for the environment!

It is estimated New Zealanders use around 1.6 billion single-use plastic bags every year. By 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean! Tommy’s is giving away 35,000 heavy duty reusable shopping bags over the next several weeks in an effort to help free our beautiful Wellington city from plastic shopping bags.

You can collect yours from any Tommy’s open home or Tommy’s office!

For the next 4 weeks we will be stationed at:
- New World Chaffers on Saturday (12pm – 2pm) and Sunday (10am – 12pm)
- Harbourside Sunday Market (10am – 12pm)

Tommy’s, more GREEN than just our branding.
Find a Tommy's office!

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2674 days ago

Eclipse - NZ Pink Floyd Tribute in the Wairarapa!

Destination Wairarapa

We can't wait to see the Eclipse - NZ Pink Floyd Tribute concert! With hits like Wish You Were Here and Comfortably Numb it's going to be a great night out.
On 22 September from 8pm at the Carterton Events Centre
Get your tickets from the link below.

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2674 days ago

Scholarships!

AFS Intercultural Programmes and Go Kiwi Go

Go Kiwi Go is offering scholarships for anyone over 18 who's planning on doing a volunteer holiday with us. You might be 18, you might be 80, check out the scholarship page and think about turning your next holiday into a volunteer one! www.gokiwigo.org...

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2674 days ago

Spring Mantel

Just Paterson

Now that winter has been and gone, it's time to store the firewood and enjoy your fireplace from an alternative seasonal angle.

Adding floral and fauna on, and around, your fireplace helps give a spring feel while making use of a 'winter-only' space.

#SpringProjects

Stay … View more
Now that winter has been and gone, it's time to store the firewood and enjoy your fireplace from an alternative seasonal angle.

Adding floral and fauna on, and around, your fireplace helps give a spring feel while making use of a 'winter-only' space.

#SpringProjects

Stay tuned for more spring home design tips from www.justpaterson.co.nz... - Wellington's most creative real estate agency.

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2674 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2674 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2674 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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