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Meet the proud tapa cloth maker, Kaufo’ou Taulata.
She is part of a Hutt Valley-based group of women who are reviving the process of making tapa cloth, their work is this week on display at Te Papa.
Taulata is part of a group of women who call themselves Akomai Heritage. They gather together to … View moreMeet the proud tapa cloth maker, Kaufo’ou Taulata.
She is part of a Hutt Valley-based group of women who are reviving the process of making tapa cloth, their work is this week on display at Te Papa.
Taulata is part of a group of women who call themselves Akomai Heritage. They gather together to learn from each other and cultivate Tongan culture by making koloa (cultural treasures).
The exhibition runs to Sunday, February 14, Level 4 Toi Art. Akomai Heritage will host a public demonstrations on Saturday, February 13, 11am.
Do you use the Hutt River Trail?
Lower Hutt resident Richard Lamb is calling on the council to make bells on bicycles compulsory.
The 85 year-old enjoys walking along the popular trail but is worried about being hit by cyclists.
Bells on bikes were once quite common and he wants every bike sold… View moreDo you use the Hutt River Trail?
Lower Hutt resident Richard Lamb is calling on the council to make bells on bicycles compulsory.
The 85 year-old enjoys walking along the popular trail but is worried about being hit by cyclists.
Bells on bikes were once quite common and he wants every bike sold to have a bell. What do you think?
I would not normally post something like this on Neighbourly but I think we can all agree that the death of Captain Tom Moore is sad news.
What can we learn from his death and selfless actions?
Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!
Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).
Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.
By adding a … View moreSwap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!
Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).
Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.
By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you donate a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Dear Neighbours,
Fresh Australian Lychee has just arrived.
Now is only $30 per KG, and $138 per box (5KG).
Please visit one of our stores and check it.
… View moreDear Neighbours,
Fresh Australian Lychee has just arrived.
Now is only $30 per KG, and $138 per box (5KG).
Please visit one of our stores and check it.
123 Willis St, Te Aro, Wellington
3 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt
Cheers!
THE CHRIST CHURCH VISITOR CENTRE
We do want to take the opportunity to update you on progress towards our objective of a Visitor Centre for the Christ Church Taita.
NZ history is to be taught in all NZ schools and kura, and this Visitor Centre will be a place where some of that history can be … View moreTHE CHRIST CHURCH VISITOR CENTRE
We do want to take the opportunity to update you on progress towards our objective of a Visitor Centre for the Christ Church Taita.
NZ history is to be taught in all NZ schools and kura, and this Visitor Centre will be a place where some of that history can be displayed.
The first settlers to come to NZ in an organised group, arrived in five ships on January 20th 1840. The first building of any substance they erected was this Church, built 12 years later. It is the oldest building in the Wellington region.
At present the church has to be heavily protected from vandals since it was nearly destroyed by a deliberately lit fire in the late 1980s. Regular tours are not possible.
The new building will provide for a place for visitors to gather and to learn more about the church, and the local history it represents, and also to accommodate volunteer guides who can then provide tours of the church and graveyard. It will also provide space for small functions like weddings, and hospitality for visitors. School student visits will be free of charge .
There are some wonderful stories associated with this tiny church, one of the oldest in New Zealand. Te Rauparaha features in some, as does Honiana Te Puni, and Te Whiti O Rongomai, the Hero of Parihaka.
The settlers were a tough breed, and had to be to survive, but they were offered food, shelter and hospitality by the Tangata Whenua, including the whanau of Chief Manihera Matangi, whose grandfather signed te Tiriti O Waitangi, a staunch Christian and true friend of the early settlers who, with a number of his descendants, is buried in the churchyard.
About us
The Christ Church Taita has set up a trust, The Christ Church Taita Cottage Museum Trust, to provide a Visitor Centre for this heritage taonga, built in 1854 by the first organised group of European settlers to come to NZ, who landed on Petone Beach in January 1840
Use of funds
The estimated cost to establish the Visitor Centre is $320,000.
Half of this sum has already been raised , consultation has taken place with affected parties, the design approved by the Diocese and Heritage New Zealand, , and a Resource Consent issued by the local Council.
The next stage is the commencement of the building, and we will be advertising for trades people shortly.
A feature of this undertaking is the strong involvement of volunteers. The Architect John Rowe, the Planning Consultant Sylvia Allan and the Quantity Surveyor Ciaran Clinton, have all given their valuable time free.
OUR OBJECTIVE IS TO COMPLETE THE BUILDING THIS YEAR. YOUR HELP IN THE FORM OF A FINAL CONTRIBUTION TO THIS WORK, WILL MATERIALLY ASSIST OUR PROJECT. YOU CAN DONATE THROUGH GIVEALITTLE OR DIRECTLY TO OUR BNZ BANK ACCOUNT 02-0548-0097223-025 (PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME SO WE CAN FURNISH YOU WITH A RECEIPT),
FOR MORE INFO PLEASE GO TO OUR FACEBOOK PAGE "THE CHRIST CHURCH TAITA VISITOR CENTRE TRUST"
(CHAIRMAN JOHN DAYSH SECTY JOHN TERRIS)
These are super easy to make and provide hours of creative play as well as encourage the development of your toddler's hand-eye coordination and attention span.
To make some chalkboard blocks of your own you’ll need to gather a few supplies (Bunnings or Mitre 10 should have everything you… View moreThese are super easy to make and provide hours of creative play as well as encourage the development of your toddler's hand-eye coordination and attention span.
To make some chalkboard blocks of your own you’ll need to gather a few supplies (Bunnings or Mitre 10 should have everything you need):
• plank of wood
• saw
• chalkboard paint
• paint brush
• paint tray
• sandpaper
Cut down the wood into rectangles and saw the corners off one end to form a house shape. You can make the blocks as tall, short, or narrow as you’d like. Variety makes your city scape more interesting!
When the blocks are cut, sand all the edges and front so they are smooth and there are no rough spots. Then, simply paint over with chalkboard paint and let dry overnight before use.
Once the paint has dried, have fun creating your little city!
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Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
For a … View moreDo you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...
The latest issue of Tō Tātou Rohe – Our Region is out! This mail-out features bite-sized stories about what’s been happening in our region, and what’s coming up.
Read it here: bit.ly...
If you’d like to subscribe, visit our website: www.gw.govt.nz...
Two months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative … View moreTwo months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative organisations.
Head into town and discover award-winning performance in the places you least expect it: dance on the Cable Car? Cabaret at crosswalks? What about opera sung from balconies? Try a different kind of weekend and see what you find with this jam packed selection of family-friendly performance throughout February and March.
Hi all
Does anyone have any glass jars with lids?
Needed for preserving jam.
Thank you☺️
Let's keep working together to make our communities better for everyone while honouring Te Ao Māori.
You will all recognise who this is but who knows the history of this picture taken at Wellington Airport?
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View morePut your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.
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