What's on at Strathmore Community Centres, 108 Strathmore Ave and Raukawa Reserve.
Kia ora koutou,
Apologies, we’ve been a little quiet recently in our communications. We are still here but we have been super busy catching up after the Easter break. And really busy working with incredible people that are on board to help create better spaces, systems and programs for our team and for the people in our community. Motions are in progress and we are excited!
Huge shout out to Wellington City Council, our incredible volunteers dedicated to the Strathmore community, Community development teams on the Peninsula, Not for profit organisations , donations of goods from so many of you …the list goes on!
Being a part of and watching community in action is always inspiring! If you or you know anyone who wants to be a part of an amazing community, come visit and join in :)
Our regular activities are still going strong. Here are a few updates and reminders to follow…
Raukawa Community Centre
Join in on the walking group at Raukawa 9am for exercise with a view It’s getting colder out there so there is even more reason to keep moving!
Iona and participants are creating art on Saturdays 11-1pm
Do you need to talk to a Housing New Zealand representative? Head along to Raukawa Community Centre this Wednesday 10 -11am.
Strathmore Park Community Centre
The Hula Fix group are moving more than ever @ 108 Strathmore Ave. If you’d like to join in, the new change of day and time is now full speed ahead on Mondays 6.-7pm. Followed by board games evening 7-9pm. Open to all!
Have you wanted to learn how to Knit or Crochet? Or just want to finish a project you have already started? Come in and join. We have Anne from ‘Crafty Volunteers’ coming to our Friday morning sessions to help if need. Join in for a sew, stitch or knit with the amazing volunteer team.
If you have a passion for a craft and would like to share your skills, join in on our Friday sessions. We are all about learning and sharing new skills in our community here @ Strathmore Ave and Raukawa Community Centres.
Our monthly Community lunch might have a change of day this week due to workshops held at the Centre this Tuesday.
We’ll post to our Facebook when we confirm the day and time.
We hope you all have a wonderful weekend and hope to see you soon.
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
At just 8 years old, Nina-Mae already has Wellington Council listening! 👏
She’s speaking up for safer roads for her and her classmates—fuelled by a desire for independence and maybe even a budding interest in politics.
So here’s the big question: how do we create space for every voice in our community to be heard?
It’s great that the Council is paying attention 👂 but what small actions can we all take to keep our whole community involved and engaged?
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