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On Thursday 24th of June I photographed a KAKA feeding in our Garden in Churton Drive.
In 73 years of living in Wellington, I have never seen one of these beautiful parrots roaming wild in my city.
Just blew me away.
We have a Tui feeder and this attracts about 10 individuals a day to have a … View moreOn Thursday 24th of June I photographed a KAKA feeding in our Garden in Churton Drive.
In 73 years of living in Wellington, I have never seen one of these beautiful parrots roaming wild in my city.
Just blew me away.
We have a Tui feeder and this attracts about 10 individuals a day to have a feed.
Keep your eyes open in the garden, you might get a surprise like I did?
Several days a week, members of the Rotary Club of Tawa visit Linden School to support a special group of students—children who are learning to read. Among them are students from immigrant families, where English is not the primary language at home, making it difficult to practise reading outside… View moreSeveral days a week, members of the Rotary Club of Tawa visit Linden School to support a special group of students—children who are learning to read. Among them are students from immigrant families, where English is not the primary language at home, making it difficult to practise reading outside the classroom. Others simply benefit from a little extra encouragement to build their confidence and literacy skills.
During these sessions, Rotary members work one-on-one with students, typically spending 15 minutes with each child over a 45-minute to one-hour visit. These moments are about more than just reading; they help build literacy, confidence, and meaningful connections. The children look forward to their time together, and the joy is mutual—our volunteers cherish these sessions just as much.
Earlier this week, Rotary Club of Tawa President Pat Waite and long-time educator Judith Havill visited the school to donate 20 Rotary dictionaries to some year 6 students.
These dictionaries are more than just books—they’re tools for empowerment, helping students overcome language barriers and explore the richness of the English language in a fun and engaging way.
A touching moment came from the school’s office manager, who shared that her 17-year-old daughter still treasures the Rotary dictionary she received when she was in Year 6.
This project is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and the belief that every child deserves the chance to thrive.
The Rotary Dictionary
Launched in 2008 by Bill Boyd, past Rotary International President, and his wife Lorna, the Rotary Dictionary Project provides illustrated dictionaries to Year 4 students in low-decile schools across New Zealand and the Pacific. Through the Bill and Lorna Boyd Charitable Trust, over 250,000 dictionaries have been distributed, promoting literacy and learning at home and in classrooms. The project reflects Boyd’s lifelong commitment to education and Rotary’s mission to support literacy worldwide.
We have donated these dictionaries for many years now to Linden and other Tawa schools. Bill, who promoted Literacy as an international project, has recently died, but his legacy lives on with the children who have his dictionaries.
It's on again in July so grab your spot to this small limited tour including morning tea. Bookings are essential so please call us on 04 4996646 or email events@acwellington.org.nz to reserve your space.
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize … View moreGrab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between July 1 - July 28 and participate in the Winter Puzzle Competition! Throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzles to go in the draw to WIN one of five iPads, valued at $699 each!
All you have to do is solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online at thepost.co.nz/puzzletime. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN.
To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.
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The shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY… View moreThe shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?
Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY project underway. Call up the old bandmates to practice some songs for a jam session. Lay the groundwork for future fun."
Do you experience winter blues?
More importantly, do you have any tips for dealing with the gloomiest part of the year?
Share your thoughts with your neighbours!
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It's the low season for our guides and we need your help to find them company. Please send our website to any friends and family who might soon be visiting the Wellington region, for their interest.
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Weather isn't helping my cause and may seem like a bit of a hard sell , new deck during a wet week 🤔 . However if the only reason you venture out on to that wet soggy sloping excuse for a lawn is to mow it then it may be a great time have a rethink about a better use of an area 😆 . … View moreWeather isn't helping my cause and may seem like a bit of a hard sell , new deck during a wet week 🤔 . However if the only reason you venture out on to that wet soggy sloping excuse for a lawn is to mow it then it may be a great time have a rethink about a better use of an area 😆 . Contact Pete Ashton 0274403242 . Also repairs and maintenance . Free quotes
Active, independent, mature and on your own? Enjoy social activities with similar others, including restaurant dinners, cafe lunches, walks, games, outings, movies, etc. For details, please phone or email Rebecca at 020 436 7116, or linklinesocialclub@gmail.com, or visit www.linkline.org.nz....
For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: … View moreStuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: Events for preschoolers, ages 0-5
Wellington City: Events for school-aged children, ages 5–13
Wellington City: Events for teens, ages 13+. Or, you can browse the Wellington City Libraries Events Calendar
Recreation Centres
Khandallah: Nairnville Recreation Centre
Karori: Recreation Centre
Kilbirnie: Ākau Tangi Sports Centre
Tawa: Tawa Recreation Centre
Out and About across Wellington
Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt: Staglands Wildlife Reserve
Central Wellington: Fun at Te Papa
Central Wellington: The cable car
Central Wellington, Queens Wharf: Capital E
Kelburn, Botanic Gardens: Discovery garden
Lower Hutt: The Dowse Art Museum
Newtown, Wellington Zoo: Fun at the zoo
Ōtari-Wilton's Bush: The open air museum
Porirua: Pātaka
Upper Hutt: Whirinaki Whare Taonga events for children
Find playgrounds and play areas in Wellington City, or Kāpiti.
What about a cycling or trail adventure? Consider the Remutaka Cycle Trail or the Great Harbour Way
Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!
We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.
For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.
… View moreWe’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.
For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.
Click read more to hear their story.
Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.
Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."
A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
SAVE the DATE 💛
Rotary Tawa, Inner Wheel Tawa, and Salvation Army Tawa warmly invite YOU and your whānau to be part of something special — the Stock the Pantry project! 🥫🧻🥕
We're coming together to collect food and essential items for local families in need — and we’d … View moreSAVE the DATE 💛
Rotary Tawa, Inner Wheel Tawa, and Salvation Army Tawa warmly invite YOU and your whānau to be part of something special — the Stock the Pantry project! 🥫🧻🥕
We're coming together to collect food and essential items for local families in need — and we’d love your support! The food bank in Tawa has never been so busy!
🗓 When: Saturday, 2 August
📍 Where: New World Tawa - 09.00 - 03.00
🎯 What to bring:
Non-perishable food items, cans, pasta, rice
Toiletries & female hygiene products
Long-lasting veggies (like potatoes, onions, carrots)
Gold coin donations (to help us fill even more food bags!)
🎈 PLUS — it’s a day for the whole family!
🌭 Sausage sizzle
🎨 Face painting with Tina! (11.00 - 01.00)
🤗 Free hugs (yes, really!)
This event is proudly sponsored by New World Tawa, Sprig & Fern, and supported by Guardian Funeral Home.
❤️🩹On behalf of all the families that struggle to put food on the table - THANK YOU you for helping us make a difference! 💙
📢 Keep an eye out for posters and more updates online in the next few weeks. Let’s stock the pantry and spread the love, Tawa!
If you want to know more, pm me or send us an email on: tawarotaryclub@gmail.com
We had a picnic without lighting the thermete while our Carol read the history of thermetes' with the WW2 soldiers using them.
We had one but ours was red paint.
Petone Drama Club run by Sally Richards every Tues bar Holidays price $5 pp
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