Takapu Valley, Wellington

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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1791 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Andrew Gorrie took this beautiful photo of a korimako (bellbird) on a recent trip to Kāpiti Island.

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1791 days ago

Tracey Odell School of Dance Open Day

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

Open Day coming up tomorrow. Make sure to come down to the Tawa Community Centre Hall at 10am. Free classes for juniors and seniors will be demonstrating all the dance styles on offer.

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1792 days ago

Places Available in Local GirlGuiding Units

Cheryl Watson from GirlGuiding NZ - Tawa & Linden

GirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!

There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial … View more
GirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!

There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial assistance available for families who need support.

🦋 Brownies for 7 - 9 year old girls meet Thurs 3.45pm - 5.15pm
🦙 Guides for 9 - 12 year old girls meet Thurs 5.30pm - 7pm
🦜 Rangers for 12+ year old girls meet Thurs 7pm - 9pm

If you have any questions, please PM me or comment below.
Girls usually visit once or twice before joining.
If you'd like to visit and check us out, you can enquire about a local group via the GGNZ website link below.

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1792 days ago

Ballet Dress

Marina from Tawa

Size 7 ballet dress -- perfect condition. More suitable for year 5-6.

Price: $15

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1792 days ago

Plea to be responsible at the races

Reporter Community News

Hutt Valley Police are urging attendees at this weekend’s Wellington Cup Day to plan ahead and stay safe.
They want everyone at the event to have a great time, and get home safely.
There will be a uniformed Police presence at this event to enhance your enjoyment of the day and promote safety.
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Hutt Valley Police are urging attendees at this weekend’s Wellington Cup Day to plan ahead and stay safe.
They want everyone at the event to have a great time, and get home safely.
There will be a uniformed Police presence at this event to enhance your enjoyment of the day and promote safety.
Cup-goers are urged to think ahead, avoid risky situations and keep themselves and their friends safe.
Attendees are also urged not to drink and drive, as Police will be breath testing drivers leaving from the Cup Day.
Even small amounts of alcohol can affect your driving, so if you drink at all, please don’t drive.

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1794 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It is not Friday but this is to introduce you to a new photographer, Andrew Gorrie. He lives in Kelson and takes most of his photographs from his deck. Andrew is an ex Stuff photographer.
His favourite subject is the magnificent tui

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1793 days ago

Wellington's earthquake prone pop-up library deemed safe

Reporter Community News

One of Wellington's new pop-up libraries is safe but “earthquake-prone”, after the council said it was fine, moved in with a Mayoral speech, then slapped stickers on the front doors two days later.
A sign at Te Awe library, on Brandon St, shows the building is at 16 per cent of new … View more
One of Wellington's new pop-up libraries is safe but “earthquake-prone”, after the council said it was fine, moved in with a Mayoral speech, then slapped stickers on the front doors two days later.
A sign at Te Awe library, on Brandon St, shows the building is at 16 per cent of new building standard, not because it is quake-prone but because it is yet to get the final council tick-off for strengthening work. The Code of Compliance Certificate (CCC) has been described by the council as being in the final stages since at-least July.
There are roughly 560 buildings, including 283 seen as high priority, around the city, which must be strengthened or demolished to meet new earthquake regulations brought in after the destruction caused by the Kaikōura earthquake.

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1793 days ago

Two Wood pidgeons in my tree.

Sandra from Normandale

Sitting in the tree outside my window on the hills.
Two Wood pidgeons discussing their day.

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1793 days ago

Baring Head Open Day

Reporter Community News

Have you been to Baring Head? If not, you can check out the historic lighthouse, in the East Harbour Regional Park, this Saturday at 10am.
Greater Wellington is holding an open day and all are welcome.

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1793 days ago

Desk

Mikyung from Churton Park

Moving sale.
Mint condition, changeable shape, 3 drawers & shelves.
Pick up from Johnsonville
Please text me to contact.
0211732640

Thanks

Price: $70

1794 days ago

More problems with old Wellington pipes

Reporter Community News

A major waste water pipe has burst in central Wellington, closing roads and disrupting morning traffic. The pipe burst at the intersection of Victoria Street and Mercer Street yesterday afternoon. People in the central city are being asked to only flush the toilet if it is "essential".
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A major waste water pipe has burst in central Wellington, closing roads and disrupting morning traffic. The pipe burst at the intersection of Victoria Street and Mercer Street yesterday afternoon. People in the central city are being asked to only flush the toilet if it is "essential".
The central Wellington sewerage pipe that broke, closing central city streets, was more than 100 years old.
Sewage flowed out onto the road after a pipe ruptured at the intersection of Victoria and Mercer streets on Monday afternoon.
Wellington Water confirmed the failed pipe was installed around the year 1910.
Repairing it is expected to take two to three days.

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1794 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Jed

Reporter Community News

This weeks SPCA pet is Jed.

"WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
My ideal home would have a big garden for me to explore and potter around while supervised. I would suit a family that has had dogs before as I am a big boy with a bit of strength. I would love to go for walks with my new family and … View more
This weeks SPCA pet is Jed.

"WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
My ideal home would have a big garden for me to explore and potter around while supervised. I would suit a family that has had dogs before as I am a big boy with a bit of strength. I would love to go for walks with my new family and check out this wonderful country we live in. When I have nothing to do I have shown the ability to escape out of medium to high fencing so I need a plan to be contained during the day that doesn't involve being tied or tethered. Going to work with my new human companion would be great for me. I am not suited to a home with/next to cats and other small animals or livestock. If you are looking for a bigger dog that is pretty laid back then make an appointment to come and meet me."

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1794 days ago

INVITATION TO HEAR TAHIR NAWAZ SPEAK ON DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Ian Munro from Rotary Club of Tawa Inc.

Members of the Tawa community are invited to join Tawa Rotarians on Tuesday, 2 February, 6-8pm, for dinner and a presentation by Tahir Nawaz, President of the International Muslim Association of New Zealand, Adjunct Research Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington, and Justice of the Peace. … View moreMembers of the Tawa community are invited to join Tawa Rotarians on Tuesday, 2 February, 6-8pm, for dinner and a presentation by Tahir Nawaz, President of the International Muslim Association of New Zealand, Adjunct Research Fellow at Victoria University of Wellington, and Justice of the Peace. Tahir is actively involved in inter-faith communities and a top speaker.
Alternatively, you can come after the meal at 7pm to hear Tahir at no charge.
Venue: Tawa Bowling Club, Davies Street, Tawa
Cost: $25.00 for the 2-course buffet meal, payable on the night.
RSVP by midday Monday, 1 February, to tawarotaryclub@gmail.com
No need to RSVP if you’re just coming for the talk at 7pm.

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1794 days ago

Is your shed the best in New Zealand?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There's still time to enter The Resene Shed of the Year 2021. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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