Owhiro Bay, Wellington

2682 days ago

Congratulations Marsden students!

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Anabel Jamieson (Year 10) is one of 40 NZ students nationwide to be offered a place in the Amici Trust Junior Theatre NZ Pilot Programme being run in association with iTheatrics (NY) and Music Theatre International - Australasia. This intensive week-long workshop offers young musical lovers the … View moreAnabel Jamieson (Year 10) is one of 40 NZ students nationwide to be offered a place in the Amici Trust Junior Theatre NZ Pilot Programme being run in association with iTheatrics (NY) and Music Theatre International - Australasia. This intensive week-long workshop offers young musical lovers the opportunity to develop a new Broadway Junior title in the professional theatre world, culminating in a staged presentation. An awesome opportunity for Anabel!
Amy Cooper (Year 13) has been awarded The Ministry of Social Development Gold Scholarship ($5,000) for tertiary study through the Eureka Trust for her presentation "TMS - The Mental Health Solution." Amy is one of 12 national finalists for the prestigious Sir Paul Callaghan Eureka! Awards on 6 Sept.

2683 days ago

Wellington, we're going live on Facebook

Community Engagement Advisor from

We’ve been listening and we want to hear about your experience on our new bus network. We’re going to have some Metlink Live evenings on our Facebook page, where we get our team into a room and answer your questions and hear your experiences.

Kilbirnie, you are up first on Tuesday 28 … View more
We’ve been listening and we want to hear about your experience on our new bus network. We’re going to have some Metlink Live evenings on our Facebook page, where we get our team into a room and answer your questions and hear your experiences.

Kilbirnie, you are up first on Tuesday 28 August at 7:30-8pm, and Karori you will be next on Monday 3 September at 7:30-8pm.

Visit our website metlink.org.nz/metlinklive to learn more about these sessions!

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2683 days ago

Be part of the vision to make a change in Wellington harbour

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

The Hutt Valley-Wellington Whaitua Committee will work towards a vision to improve quality of water in our rivers, streams and in the Wellington Harbour. Be part of the vision to make that change.

For more information and online application form, visit:
www.gw.govt.nz...
If you have … View more
The Hutt Valley-Wellington Whaitua Committee will work towards a vision to improve quality of water in our rivers, streams and in the Wellington Harbour. Be part of the vision to make that change.

For more information and online application form, visit:
www.gw.govt.nz...
If you have questions, email us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz

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2683 days ago

Plea to keep sick kids at home

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A late-season influenza outbreak has hit Wellington schools, with parents being urged to keep sick children at home for up to a week.

Capital & Coast District Health Board (CCDHB) has also seen an increase in flu-related presentations at Wellington Regional Hospital's emergency … View more
A late-season influenza outbreak has hit Wellington schools, with parents being urged to keep sick children at home for up to a week.

Capital & Coast District Health Board (CCDHB) has also seen an increase in flu-related presentations at Wellington Regional Hospital's emergency department.

Read the full story here.
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2685 days ago

Poll: Can you taste the difference between milk brands?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighbours,

Can you taste a difference between budget and premium milk? There are few things that divide the public as much as the budget versus branded milk debate.

In Stuff's new 'Milking It' investigation, we look at the difference between branded milks, the … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Can you taste a difference between budget and premium milk? There are few things that divide the public as much as the budget versus branded milk debate.

In Stuff's new 'Milking It' investigation, we look at the difference between branded milks, the current milk prices in New Zealand, as well as the comeback of glass milk bottles.

So, what are your thoughts on our country's milk? Take part in our poll, and feel free to share your thoughts in the replies!

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Can you taste the difference between milk brands?
  • 28% Yes, premium milk is nicer
    28% Complete
  • 47.4% No, they taste the same to me
    47.4% Complete
  • 13.4% No, but I prefer budget milk
    13.4% Complete
  • 11.3% I don't know/ don't drink dairy milk
    11.3% Complete
1234 votes
2684 days ago

Road Closures for The Wellington Night Market

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Our Regulatory Processes Committee will meet to consider the following temporary road closures for The Wellington Night Market (Saturdays only 13 October 2018 to 12 October 2019 - 3pm to 11.30pm).
Manners Street (Taranaki Street to Cuba Street)
Cuba Street (Manners Street to Wakefield Street)
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Our Regulatory Processes Committee will meet to consider the following temporary road closures for The Wellington Night Market (Saturdays only 13 October 2018 to 12 October 2019 - 3pm to 11.30pm).
Manners Street (Taranaki Street to Cuba Street)
Cuba Street (Manners Street to Wakefield Street)
Please note the above closures are Saturday’s only with the exception of Buses. If you object to this proposed road closure or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz.

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2684 days ago

Netgear router D6000

Donna from Newtown

Hi,
This is an AC750 WiFi modem router. There is nothing wrong with it, we have just upgraded.

Price: $30

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2684 days ago

Calligraphy, card making, stitching, knitters, photographers, Mah Jong, painting, gardening. We do it all!

Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Did you know we have interest groups that meet weekly, fortnightly or monthly and bi-monthly. We have keen groups for:
- Calligraphy and Card making
- Quilting, stitching, sewing and knitting
- Photography,
- Mah Jong
- Gardening
- Painters
- Antique group
- A walking group
- Book … View more
Did you know we have interest groups that meet weekly, fortnightly or monthly and bi-monthly. We have keen groups for:
- Calligraphy and Card making
- Quilting, stitching, sewing and knitting
- Photography,
- Mah Jong
- Gardening
- Painters
- Antique group
- A walking group
- Book making,
- Weaving and spinning

Groups are generally free for members or may have a small cost, and non-members can also come along for an additional $5.
Please see our website (www.kacc.org.nz) for more info.

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2684 days ago

Improving Karori Town Centre - public meeting tomorrow night

Nicky Bridge from Karori Community Centre

Kia ora koutou katoa

Wellington City Council invites you to a community meeting to look at options for improving Karori town centre. This event will follow on from the Karori Project and will be an excellent opportunity to provide further feedback in preparation for workshops to explore future … View more
Kia ora koutou katoa

Wellington City Council invites you to a community meeting to look at options for improving Karori town centre. This event will follow on from the Karori Project and will be an excellent opportunity to provide further feedback in preparation for workshops to explore future urban design improvements.

The meeting will take place from 7pm to 9pm on Thursday 23 August at the Karori Community Centre, located at 7 Beauchamp Street, Karori. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please feel free to forward this invitation and share via social media.

2685 days ago

Win with Stuff Pix

Stuff Pix

Win 1 of 10 Stuff Pix vouchers to watch Avengers: Infinity War, simply by liking this post! Watch a dizzying array of Marvel cinematic universe heroes in the fight against their gravest threat yet, the result is thrilling.

You can rent Avengers: Infinity War on Stuff Pix today
Watch now

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2685 days ago

Splash out this winter with some COLOUR

Resene

Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, … View more
Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, primers and wood stains 10L.

If you don’t have a Resene DIY card, sign up for your free card at your local Resene ColorShop or on the right here.
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These paint offers are available until 10 September 2018. www.resene.co.nz/promo Find out more.
Find out more

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2686 days ago

ONLINE POTTERY SHOP

Galit from Karori

Launching my Online Pottery Shop with a Special Offer - FREE NZ Shipping!
www.galitmaxwell.com...

Negotiable

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2686 days ago

Ideas for a better Wellington

Rebecca from Island Bay

Be quick! Just a few days left before the Rotary Forum.
Come along and hear the ideas 12 movers and shakers have for making our city and region amazing.
From these ideas come action groups which work to make these dreams a reality. There is time for audience participation so you may get the … View more
Be quick! Just a few days left before the Rotary Forum.
Come along and hear the ideas 12 movers and shakers have for making our city and region amazing.
From these ideas come action groups which work to make these dreams a reality. There is time for audience participation so you may get the opportunity to discuss your dreams for Wellington city and region.

mailchi.mp...

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2686 days ago

Vote for us

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Exciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at … View moreExciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at $2,499.99, and two De’longhi Distinta Flair Breakfast packages valued at $419.98.

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2687 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our … View moreGot any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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