Vogeltown, Wellington

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85 days ago

Make a Garden Bench with Resene Woodsman Skywater

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Make a stylish garden bench using inexpensive fencing timber finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Skywater. Find out how to make and stain your own bench seat with these easy step by step instructions.

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85 days ago

WCC kerbside recycling figures

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

For those interesting in some of the fine details of what goes on around the city, here is the Wellington City Council's annual kerbside recycling collection figures (how much, what type and how much was contaminated with incorrect types of plastic, other materials and actual rubbish put in … View moreFor those interesting in some of the fine details of what goes on around the city, here is the Wellington City Council's annual kerbside recycling collection figures (how much, what type and how much was contaminated with incorrect types of plastic, other materials and actual rubbish put in with the recycling).
Its great to see ongoing and consistent efforts to recycle citywide.
The volumes have decreased, partially in line with the ongoing recession, Wellington's population declining in the last couple of years.

85 days ago

Local Body Election meetings - Mayoral Tuesday 23rd and Southern Ward/Maori/GWRC Thursday 25th September

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Hello / Kia ora

The Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc invites you to their two candidates meeting to be held at the end of the month.

Firstly, on Tuesday the 23rd of September, we host the Mayoral candidates meeting.

Secondly, on Thursday the 25th of September, we host the … View more
Hello / Kia ora

The Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc invites you to their two candidates meeting to be held at the end of the month.

Firstly, on Tuesday the 23rd of September, we host the Mayoral candidates meeting.

Secondly, on Thursday the 25th of September, we host the Southern Ward, Maori and Greater Wellington Regional Council candidates.

We will run both meetings as follows (the order may change as we fine tune the running of the evening closer to the time):

# 7pm (sharp!) - Welcome to the candidates and audience, rules of the evening (introduction, no water pistols, respect for candidates and other members of the audience)
# candidates will all get asked some questions – requiring a yes/no answer or a very short explanation.
# Then each candidate will get around 2 possibly 3 minutes to talk.
# Then we will have some limited questions from the floor.

ACCESS TO THE VENUE

The venue is the Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street, Brooklyn.

The #7 and #17 buses all stop at the hub or near the intersection of Harrison Street and Cleveland Street. These buses come from the railway station or from Kowhai Park (#17) or Kingston (#7).

The #29 and #39 buses come from somewhere around/near Island Bay or Owhiro Bay.

There is a fence you can lock your bikes to.

There is very little vehicle parking in Harrison Street. So if you are close enough we encourage you to walk to the venue. If coming by car, plan to park elsewhere and walk. We can’t reserve parking for you all at the centre.

We look forward to you exercising your democratic duties, in a positive and respectful manner.

Carl Savage
Secretary
for and on behalf of
*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)*

P: Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street, Brooklyn, Wellington, 6021
E: brooklynresidentswellington@gmail.com
F: *www.facebook.com/brooklynresidentswellington
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96 days ago

Show us your Snaps: Conservation Week

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is Conservation Week! Do you have any big plans for Conservation Week?

So many native fauna and flora make New Zealand special - show us a picture of your backyard native species in the comments below 💚 Perhaps we can inspire others to find the beauty in our local species.

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95 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Spring is in full swing, and the birds are getting busy 🐣

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Spring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀

Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of … View more
Spring’s here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. It’s a great time to get outside—many birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures 👀

Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.

We hope this brings a smile!

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86 days ago

Fundraiser - Pre-Loved Women's Clothing Sale

Sharmila from Brooklyn

Hosted by Karunai Illam Trust
Our pre-loved clothing sales have been such a hit, we are taking it to Lower Hutt for the first time!
Saturday 27th Sept Knox Church Hall. 9.30am -3.00pm

Not only are you doing your bit for the environment by not sending clothes to the landfill, but the funds … View more
Hosted by Karunai Illam Trust
Our pre-loved clothing sales have been such a hit, we are taking it to Lower Hutt for the first time!
Saturday 27th Sept Knox Church Hall. 9.30am -3.00pm

Not only are you doing your bit for the environment by not sending clothes to the landfill, but the funds raised go towards making a real difference in the lives of the children at the Illam. Come along to the sale and pick up some great bargains- it's a win-win-win situation!

Please share with your networks based in Lower Hutt and Wellington.
Check out our website for more information about the charity.
www.karunai...

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87 days ago

Wellington, it’s time to vote!

Wellington City Council

Vote for a mayor and councillors, and whether we should keep or remove our Māori ward.

Check your mailbox for your 2025 local elections voting papers and post them by 7 Oct or drop them in an orange bin by noon 11 Oct.

Didn’t get your papers in the post? You can still vote – visit one … View more
Vote for a mayor and councillors, and whether we should keep or remove our Māori ward.

Check your mailbox for your 2025 local elections voting papers and post them by 7 Oct or drop them in an orange bin by noon 11 Oct.

Didn’t get your papers in the post? You can still vote – visit one of our special voting hubs before noon 11 Oct.
Find out more

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87 days ago

September meeting - 10th September at 7pm sharp

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

You are cordially invited to the first meeting of 2025 of the
Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc

Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 7.00 p.m.
Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street

2025 / 2026 meeting dates - at Brooklyn Community Centre (RSA room)
# Tuesday 23rd September … View more
You are cordially invited to the first meeting of 2025 of the
Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc

Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 7.00 p.m.
Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street

2025 / 2026 meeting dates - at Brooklyn Community Centre (RSA room)
# Tuesday 23rd September 2025 - Local Body election “Meet the candidates” evening for Mayoral and Southern Ward candidates
# Thursday 25th September - Local Body election “Meet the candidates” evening for the Southern Ward candidates, Maori Ward candidates and candidates for the GWRC
# Wednesday 19th November 2025
# Christmas catchup? # Wednesday 18th February 2026 # Wednesday 15th April 2026 # AGM Wednesday 17th June 2026

AGENDA

1. Apologies to date:
2. Review & approve the Minutes of last meeting (23rd July 2025)
3. Finance -
4. Correspondence (posted mail to be directed to Brooklyn Community Centre)
a. outwards:
b. Database email/FB/Neighbourly – all of the above
c. inwards – Community Liaison Group Community Advisory Group updates: new Resource Consent for one year to extend sewage sludge dumping at SLEPO
5. General Business
(a) Local Body Election meetings next week
(b) GBRAI Constitution
(c) Brooklyn Community Centre funding challenges
(d) Other matters arising

Carl Savage (Secretary) Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc brooklynresidentswellington@gmail.com
Brooklyn Community Centre, Harrison Street

GBRAI acknowledge the support of WCC through its funding, via the Social and Recreational Fund, which greatly assists GBRAI activities and projects

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88 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September, 10am - 2pm.

Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.

Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you.
Find out more

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88 days ago

CQS SCHOOL FUNDRAISER - Win a $25k Luxury Trip to Thailand!

Lauren from Mount Victoria

Clyde Quay School is back with another epic raffle, to fundraise for a new playground for tamariki!
+ + + WIN THE ULTIMATE WHITE LOTUS GETAWAY (worth $25k) + + +
- 2 x return flights NZ to Koh Samui ($6,468)
- 6 nights at the Four Seasons Koh Samui as featured in The White Lotus ($14,344)
- … View more
Clyde Quay School is back with another epic raffle, to fundraise for a new playground for tamariki!
+ + + WIN THE ULTIMATE WHITE LOTUS GETAWAY (worth $25k) + + +
- 2 x return flights NZ to Koh Samui ($6,468)
- 6 nights at the Four Seasons Koh Samui as featured in The White Lotus ($14,344)
- $3,000 cash spending money
- $1,000 Anantara Spa voucher
Tickets are $25ea and the winner will be drawn Monday 16 September.
Visit www.galabid.com... to purchase.

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91 days ago

Are you the Special Someone our SPCA animals have been waiting for?

The Team from SPCA Wellington - Centre & Op Shops

From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been … View more
From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Long-stay resident’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*animals looking for their forever family for more than 42 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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91 days ago

Are you the Special Someone our SPCA animals have been waiting for?

SPCA - Wellington Centre

From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been … View more
From Sat 6 – Sun 21 September, all long-stay animals at SPCA will be available for adoption by donation/koha - for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Long-stay resident’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*animals looking for their forever family for more than 42 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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91 days ago

Lulu's Village Life

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View more
Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!

Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!

Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.

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91 days ago

Westinghouse Easycare dryer

Becky from Brooklyn

18 months old, used for 9 months only
Pick up from Newtown

Price: $300

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92 days ago

Make It Yours: Create a Custom House Number Plaque with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.

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