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Brian “Sooty” Wallace has a lot to thank Rishi Sharma for.
Domino’s franchisee Sharma was headed to work when he spotted a man using a discarded pizza box to ask for spare change.
Wallace caught his eye as he was using the back of a discarded Domino’s pizza box to ask passers-by on Kings … View moreBrian “Sooty” Wallace has a lot to thank Rishi Sharma for.
Domino’s franchisee Sharma was headed to work when he spotted a man using a discarded pizza box to ask for spare change.
Wallace caught his eye as he was using the back of a discarded Domino’s pizza box to ask passers-by on Kings Crescent if they had any spare change.
Stopping to offer Wallace a coffee and a hot meal, Sharma learned he had lost his job due to Covid-19 and was homeless.
Now they work together after Sharma offered him a job.
Dear gardeners, while the entire nation is in the mood to vote, don't miss out on having your say in who becomes our Gardener of the Year! Read their stories, choose your favourite, and vote for them!
An all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.
A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. … View moreAn all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.
A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. Intelligently written with political retrospect, emotional dramatic shifts and plenty of antics – all set to an iconic 80’s soundtrack.
A gorgeous and affecting mix of nostalgia with gut-punching honesty.
“Crackling with wisdom and wit, Di and Viv and Rose is a humorous and thoughtful exploration of friendship's impact on life and life's impact on friendship.” – London Theatre 1
The finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood … View moreThe finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood restaurant Ortega is famed for its attention to detail in service and is appropriately nominated for best front of house team and outstanding Maitre D for co-owner Davey McDonald. It picks up a third nomination for its wine list.
Voting is open until Sunday, 25 October at 5.00pm and the winners will be revealed on Sunday, 1 November at Te Papa Tongarewa.
A Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for … View moreA Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for zoo animals.
Last November, Auckland councillors Cathy Casey and Fa’anana Efeso Collins presented to a parliamentary select committee asking for a ban on the private sale and use of fireworks.
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Sleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.
When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie
For more information and to … View moreSleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.
When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie
For more information and to register call Lynda on 04 387 7625
It has taken more than 100 years but the long talked about shared pathway between Wellington and Hutt Valley is about to begin.
The Government has fast tracked construction of the $130 million harbour side path and construction could get underway as soon as next year.
The new Ngāūranga to Petone… View moreIt has taken more than 100 years but the long talked about shared pathway between Wellington and Hutt Valley is about to begin.
The Government has fast tracked construction of the $130 million harbour side path and construction could get underway as soon as next year.
The new Ngāūranga to Petone section will be a shared path with a 5m wide sealed surface, on the harbour side of the Hutt Valley Railway Line, according the new designs, released today by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
It will provide a continuous connection between the existing Wellington to Ngāūranga section, which is scheduled for upgrades, and the new Petone to Melling section, which is currently under construction.
A 1.8 metre chain link fence will separate the path from the adjacent railway line.
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A bit of a toughie this week. Checking out the background might help you identify where this photo from the 1930s was taken.
Hey Hutt folk, the Hutt Valley Sports Awards were held last week with Pulse and Silver Ferns defender Karin Burger taking the top award.
Here is the list of winners.
Sportswoman of the Year and Supreme winner, Karin Burger.
Sportsman of the Year, Ben Waine (football).
Team of the Year, Ulalei … View moreHey Hutt folk, the Hutt Valley Sports Awards were held last week with Pulse and Silver Ferns defender Karin Burger taking the top award.
Here is the list of winners.
Sportswoman of the Year and Supreme winner, Karin Burger.
Sportsman of the Year, Ben Waine (football).
Team of the Year, Ulalei (netball).
Coach of the Year, Hilton Parker (speedway).
Administrator of the Year, Ana So'otaga (netball).
Young Sportswoman of the Year, Chelsey Edwards (swimming).
Young Volunteer of the Year, Lace Tangianau (softball).
Disabled athlete, Nathan Wilkinson (bowls, netball).
Official of the Year, Gareth Fowler (netball).
Sports Legend, Ewen Chatfield (cricket).
Exceptional service to sport, Jo Paroa (netball).
I've decided to Brave the Shave and donate to honour my Grandad Peter McCawe who passed away in March 2018.
My grandparents have always supported the Cancer Society and I want to help them like they helped our family, and our friends who like my Grandad, have had to go through this battle.
… View moreI've decided to Brave the Shave and donate to honour my Grandad Peter McCawe who passed away in March 2018.
My grandparents have always supported the Cancer Society and I want to help them like they helped our family, and our friends who like my Grandad, have had to go through this battle.
I've always loved long hair but I will cut if all off if we reach my target (think of all the beanies I could wear!)
Hair will be donated to Freedom Hair to make wigs as well :)
We both know how important cancer research is. So whether or not you want to help support this cause and my endeavor or just want to see me shave my head, please help us by giving whatever you can using the 'Give Now' button.
Please also spread the word by sharing my page with your friends, workmates lodge members and family. You have my sincere thanks in advance for your generosity, it means a lot!
bravetheshavechallenge.everydayhero.com...
Photographer Simon Woolf got a huge surprise when he was photographing birds on Petone beach over the weekend.
He spotted three birds he had never previously seen and posted on Facebook hoping someone would help identify them.
He was surprised to find that he had seen the Lesser knot (sometimes … View morePhotographer Simon Woolf got a huge surprise when he was photographing birds on Petone beach over the weekend.
He spotted three birds he had never previously seen and posted on Facebook hoping someone would help identify them.
He was surprised to find that he had seen the Lesser knot (sometimes called the Red knot).
According to birdsonline it is a regular visitor from Russia. There are about 120,000 that winter over in Australia or New Zealand but Woolf said he had never seen one before in Wellington.
What is the rarest bird you have spotted?
Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.
Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their … View morePopular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.
Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their can/s to their retailer for a full refund.
What you need to know:
- Batch numbers SMS1 J213, TTA1 J214, TTA1 J215, and TTA1 J217 are affected by this recall.
- The product is sold in New World, Pak’n Save, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents stores nationwide.
To get in contact with Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd, call 0800 245 114. For more information on the recall, visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.
Hi Neighbours – join us on Saturday 17 October as we continue our season with a delightful triple-header.
We kick off with Josef Suk’s generously melodic serenade, which contains a capriciously dance-like second movement. Music Director Marc Taddei will, as ever, conduct our players through… View moreHi Neighbours – join us on Saturday 17 October as we continue our season with a delightful triple-header.
We kick off with Josef Suk’s generously melodic serenade, which contains a capriciously dance-like second movement. Music Director Marc Taddei will, as ever, conduct our players through the performance, which includes Prokofiev's brilliant first piano concerto.
The concerto is performed by internationally celebrated pianist and cherished Wellingtonian Jian Liu, before we round off the evening with Rachmaninoff's beautiful third and final symphony.
Tickets start from $40, and the concert will take place at 7:30pm at the Michael Fowler Centre.
Kirsten Mason
General Manager, Orchestra Wellington
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