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Porirua mayor Anita Baker has decided to no longer use Facebook.
She says the level of abuse has given her no other choice.
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In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.
We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View moreIn this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.
We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Join us for this free event where there will be a light lunch, a cuppa and some friendly chats at the monthly hub.
When: 6th October at 1pm - 2.30pm
Where: Linden Community Centre, 10 Linden Ave, Tawa
Call 04 499 6648 for more information.
Another edition of our community newsletter, Tātou Rohe, is hot off the press! Read it here: bit.ly...
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We are finally going to get some rugby to watch. It’s all on Sky Stadium this evening with two epic games of footy. The Wellington Pride kick things off with a clash against Manawatu Cyclones women's at 4:35pm.
Then, the Lions go head-to-head with Bay of Plenty Rugby at 7:35pm. Tickets … View moreWe are finally going to get some rugby to watch. It’s all on Sky Stadium this evening with two epic games of footy. The Wellington Pride kick things off with a clash against Manawatu Cyclones women's at 4:35pm.
Then, the Lions go head-to-head with Bay of Plenty Rugby at 7:35pm. Tickets start at $20 for adults and $10 for kids.
It’s all about ideas, inspiration, and exclusive show specials at the Wellington Home and Garden Show on from the 2 – 4 October at Sky Stadium. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of Home and Garden … View moreIt’s all about ideas, inspiration, and exclusive show specials at the Wellington Home and Garden Show on from the 2 – 4 October at Sky Stadium. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer
There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from featuring Kitchens, Builders, Landscaping & Plants, Home Maintenance, Homewares, Art, and more! Be sure to check out the ‘Set the Mood’ Interior Design challenge and the Springfree Family Zone.
Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 2 – 4 October 2020 at the Wellington Home & Garden Show
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington.
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
We would love to hear from our readers. Please share a few lines about your hobbies, a recipe, a pattern, a story, artwork, a poem... We'd like to read about anything that you think other readers would enjoy!
Every two months, we will draw a winner. The winning entry will take home a $50 … View moreWe would love to hear from our readers. Please share a few lines about your hobbies, a recipe, a pattern, a story, artwork, a poem... We'd like to read about anything that you think other readers would enjoy!
Every two months, we will draw a winner. The winning entry will take home a $50 Countdown voucher, generously donated by the team at Countdown.
Please email your entries to:
news@ageconcernwellington.org.nz
Or mail your entries to:
Age Concern Wellington (Re: Your Voice), PO Box 11-108, Wellington, 6142
Terms and Conditions:
By submitting an entry, you grant permission to Age Concern Wellington to publish your entry in their newsletters and on their website. Only winning entries will receive a prize. All entries remain the property of the entrant. Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash. Prizes will be mailed to the winners.
Years of chronic underfunding means Lower Hutt will need to dig deep to find $1.3 billion to future-proof its ageing water infrastructure.
With 60 per cent of the city’s three waters assets needing to be replaced over the next 30 years, Hutt city councillors will discuss investment options for … View moreYears of chronic underfunding means Lower Hutt will need to dig deep to find $1.3 billion to future-proof its ageing water infrastructure.
With 60 per cent of the city’s three waters assets needing to be replaced over the next 30 years, Hutt city councillors will discuss investment options for the next decade at a Long term/Annual Plan meeting on Thursday. In August, Wellington Water Limited presented two options to the Hutt City Council. The infrastructure management company’s preferred “mid option” was an investment of $375 million over the next decade. The “low option” of $204m would not keep pace with growth, council officers say.
Are you having trouble getting a GP or making an appointment to see your doctor. Please contact Bridie Witton if you are happy to chat for a story please contact bridie.witton@stuff.co.nz or on 0272852368.
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What have you got planned for National Grandparents Day this year?
The Gazley team are bringing the latest in Volkswagen, ŠKODA, Jeep and Mercedes-Benz products to the Wairarapa. Join us at the Copthorne Solway Park from Thursday 1st of October to see the latest these famous marques have to offer with our pop-up showroom. The roadshow will be gone on Sunday the … View moreThe Gazley team are bringing the latest in Volkswagen, ŠKODA, Jeep and Mercedes-Benz products to the Wairarapa. Join us at the Copthorne Solway Park from Thursday 1st of October to see the latest these famous marques have to offer with our pop-up showroom. The roadshow will be gone on Sunday the 4th, so get in quick to see the latest from these carmakers.
Joining us on the Roadshow will be Touareg V8, Amarok Sportline & T-Roc from Volkswagen. The Kamiq, Scala & Kodiaq RS from ŠKODA. The Grand Cherokee SRT8 & the Gladiator from Jeep and the Ram 1500.
When you need some extra care, you’ll feel right at home in our luxury Care Suites at Elderslea.
Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our Care Suites offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home.
Our well-appointed rooms are perfect … View moreWhen you need some extra care, you’ll feel right at home in our luxury Care Suites at Elderslea.
Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our Care Suites offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home.
Our well-appointed rooms are perfect for entertaining family or friends, with a cosy living area, stylish kitchenette, and modern ensuite. Plus, you can bring your own treasured possessions to make it truly yours.
Elderslea Care is located at 29 Redwood Street, Upper Hutt.
As many of you know, Age Concern is a charity organisation that helps seniors in the Hutt Valley, Porirua and Wellington. We rely on donations to be able to achieve the work we do to ensure seniors are not left lonely, that they have groceries delivered, and are well taken care of and informed. Our… View moreAs many of you know, Age Concern is a charity organisation that helps seniors in the Hutt Valley, Porirua and Wellington. We rely on donations to be able to achieve the work we do to ensure seniors are not left lonely, that they have groceries delivered, and are well taken care of and informed. Our volunteers always work hard and make many sacrifices to reach out to older people across the Wellington Region.
We are extra proud of our volunteer team in 2020 as they stepped up during Covid-19 and ensured hundreds of seniors had someone to talk to, during and after, lockdown. They made thousands of phone calls and even delivered groceries to seniors who couldn’t get down to the supermarket. They are fantastic, and we wouldn’t be able to achieve all we do without them.
That’s why we want to say a big thank to them all this Christmas. We would love to show them how much they mean to us and to older people across the Region. Can you help us do this?
Whittaker's and Annah Stretton have generously donated goods for our volunteers. But we are in need of more help. If you can help us or know of someone or a business that can, please email me at volunteer@acwellington.org.nz
Thank you very much.
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, What are we doing for others?" - Martin Luther King Jr
Come and join in on the fun at the 2020 Senior Regional Games! This fun and free event celebrates aging through physical and social activities that are inclusive and accessible for senior needs.
There will be a variety of games available ranging from sports, such as badminton, pickleball, indoor … View moreCome and join in on the fun at the 2020 Senior Regional Games! This fun and free event celebrates aging through physical and social activities that are inclusive and accessible for senior needs.
There will be a variety of games available ranging from sports, such as badminton, pickleball, indoor bowls and walking netball, to dancing and live music. There is something for everyone!
The 2020 Senior Regional Games is a free event that has been designed and prepared by Upper Hutt City Council, Hutt City Council, Wellington City Council, Kapiti Coast District Council, Age Concern and Sport Wellington.
There will be buses available for seniors. Pick up points will be Johnsonville, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, and the train station in Wellington. Call Imelda on 04 499 6646 for more information.
When: Tuesday 3 November 2020, 10:00am–2:00pm
Where: ASB Sports Centre, 72 Kemp Street, Kilbirnie
To find out more details about the day please visit sportwellington.org.nz...
The theatre industry is calling for a change to regulations, which would see them doing away with social distancing and enforcing masks.
Those involved in the industry believe it is unfair you can 80 people on a bus you can only have a maximum of 100 people at a theatre. What do you think?
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