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2808 days ago

Men's parka raincoat

Roger & Carol from Churton Park

Size 42 long line padded men's parka raincoat. Has detachable lined hood with tartan lining and several pockets. This is a very expensive good quality coat and is very warm as bought in Scotland. Has hardly been worn.

Price: $150

2808 days ago

New Oriental Bay bike path to go ahead

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

The most congested part of the Oriental Bay pathway will be made safer for people on bikes and on foot later this year with no loss of parking. Councillors unanimously agreed to changes that will widen and relieve pressure on the short section of promenade between Herd Street and Freyberg Pool … View moreThe most congested part of the Oriental Bay pathway will be made safer for people on bikes and on foot later this year with no loss of parking. Councillors unanimously agreed to changes that will widen and relieve pressure on the short section of promenade between Herd Street and Freyberg Pool which, at busy times, is too narrow to safely accommodate the large numbers of people walking, biking, running and sightseeing. More info

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2808 days ago

What are you up to this weekend?

The Warehouse Johnsonville

Rally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we … View moreRally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we live in and love. Join us in helping to beautify our communities, take heaps of pictures, and share them with #CleanupNZ. Let’s get to work!

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2809 days ago

Our Weekly What's On

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Here is our activities for the next week, come along and join our groups.

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2809 days ago

FREE term of Waterbabies lessons

Kate from Paremata

Do you know someone who has had a baby? Have they heard about the amazing Waterbabies learn to swim program?

www.nzherald.co.nz...

I am currently offering a FREE TERM of Waterbabies lessons to anyone who has an insurance review (Life, Income Protection, Trauma, Medical) with me. Win - win … View more
Do you know someone who has had a baby? Have they heard about the amazing Waterbabies learn to swim program?

www.nzherald.co.nz...

I am currently offering a FREE TERM of Waterbabies lessons to anyone who has an insurance review (Life, Income Protection, Trauma, Medical) with me. Win - win for you or them! We look over your current policies and see where there are gaps, where I can save you money and where I can get you better cover. No obligation and free of charge.


Contact me: kate@parka.co.nz

2812 days ago

Have you heard? Benny the beagle is home safe!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,
Did you know Benny has been found safe? He was miraculously found alive after spending nine days lost during a storm. About 1000 searchers and a helicopter were used in the search. To read more, click here.

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2809 days ago

New playground design for Frank Kitts Park

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

The concept image for the new playground design at Frank Kitts Park has been released today. It's a fun adventure playground with a nautical/coastal theme which represents Wellington's maritime links - the iconic lighthouse and slides will be refurbished & be part of the playground … View moreThe concept image for the new playground design at Frank Kitts Park has been released today. It's a fun adventure playground with a nautical/coastal theme which represents Wellington's maritime links - the iconic lighthouse and slides will be refurbished & be part of the playground too. More info

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2809 days ago

Tip Shop parking limited on Monday 23 April

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We're replacing a generator near our tip shop (Second Treasures) on Monday 23 April, which will limit car park spaces available during the day. We know it’s a popular place to visit, especially during the school holidays, but we suggest heading there another day during the week to make sure … View moreWe're replacing a generator near our tip shop (Second Treasures) on Monday 23 April, which will limit car park spaces available during the day. We know it’s a popular place to visit, especially during the school holidays, but we suggest heading there another day during the week to make sure you find a spot.

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2809 days ago

Anzac Day events in Wellington

Ministry for Culture & Heritage

To commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:

- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu … View more
To commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:

- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 2.30pm Atatürk Service at Atatürk Memorial Park, Tarakena Bay

The Last Post Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will conclude the day’s activities at 5pm.

For more information visit mch.govt.nz/anzac-day
Find out more!

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2809 days ago

Oil filled heater

Roger & Carol from Churton Park

9 fin oil filled heater. Brand Mistral. Has .low, medium, high setting and buttons for two levels of heat. In good condition and works well. $40

Price: $40

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2809 days ago

Make, create or innovate these April holidays!

Jess Payne from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Looking for some more things to do with the kids these school holidays?

Spin a Sphero, make music, code a cart, and rock with a robot! These April school holidays, your children can get to be an engineer, architect, or scientist at your local library. There are eight different robot and coding … View more
Looking for some more things to do with the kids these school holidays?

Spin a Sphero, make music, code a cart, and rock with a robot! These April school holidays, your children can get to be an engineer, architect, or scientist at your local library. There are eight different robot and coding events happening across Wellington City Libraries: we have some of the latest programmable toys, gadgets and robots, or they can get creative with Lego and coding games. Best of all, they are open to all ability levels.


Here’s where and when the activities are happening:

Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library: Tuesday 17th April, 10.30am

Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library: Wednesday 18th April, 10.30am

Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library: Thursday 19th April, 10.30am

Karori Library: Friday 20th April, 2.30pm

Johnsonville Library: Monday 23rd April. 2.30pm

Newtown Library: Tuesday 24th April, 10.30am

Khandallah Library: Thursday 26th April, 10.30am

Central Library: Friday 27th April, 10.30am


These free events are for children aged 6+ and run for 1 hour. No need to book – just turn up! Contact your library to find out more information – or follow our Kids Blog or our Facebook page for updates.

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2810 days ago

Tawa Saturday Lions Market

Communications from Tawa Lions Club

This Saturday 21 April the Tawa Lions Market at Outlet City will be open from 9am to 2pm, featuring our regular Fruit and Vegetable vendor along with our own Lions stall with eggs and honey. There may well be other stalls on the day depending on the weather.

We will have honey stocks of … View more
This Saturday 21 April the Tawa Lions Market at Outlet City will be open from 9am to 2pm, featuring our regular Fruit and Vegetable vendor along with our own Lions stall with eggs and honey. There may well be other stalls on the day depending on the weather.

We will have honey stocks of Helen's creamed Clover, Bush and Manuka/Bush, along with liquid (runny) Meadow and Manuka/Bush. Our 600g pots of Manuka/Bush come in at $3.00 per 100g and our 900g pots (all other stock) come in at $1.76 per 100g - great value when compared to supermarket prices and such good quality that Helen puts her phone number on every label.

Tawa Lions gratefully acknowledges the support of Outlet City in providing the venue for our Market.

Negotiable

2810 days ago

Children's School Holiday Movies @ Central

Jess Payne from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Free movie afternoons at Wellington Central Library for children during the April School Holidays!

Pop into Central Library with the kids every afternoon at 2pm to watch a free children's movie. All movies are popular well-known cinema releases from Disney, Pixar, Dreamworks (and more!) and… View more
Free movie afternoons at Wellington Central Library for children during the April School Holidays!

Pop into Central Library with the kids every afternoon at 2pm to watch a free children's movie. All movies are popular well-known cinema releases from Disney, Pixar, Dreamworks (and more!) and are rated G. Ask the staff at the Central Library what the daily movie is, or just enjoy the surprise.

Movies will be played in the Children's area of the library. Bookings aren't required. Duration varies, most movies are around 1.5 hours long.

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2810 days ago

Free Board Games session at the centre

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Free Board games session on Thursday 26 April & Friday 27 April from 11 am - 1 pm, $2 contribution
Bring your child or grand child along to improve their social skills and build their self-esteem while they interact with people in a positive way. Playing board games offers a simple, … View more
Free Board games session on Thursday 26 April & Friday 27 April from 11 am - 1 pm, $2 contribution
Bring your child or grand child along to improve their social skills and build their self-esteem while they interact with people in a positive way. Playing board games offers a simple, stress-free solution to enhance the emotional, intellectual and social characteristics of children.
For more information, please contact Mai on 830 4802 or email: cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2810 days ago

Free Landfill/Dirt/Shingle Mix

Chris from Normandale

Free Landfill/Dirt/Shingle Mix - 1 trailer load - possibly 2. Free delivery within Lower Hutt.

Free

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