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679 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets here!
Book now

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680 days ago

Attention DIY-loving neighbours!

Resene

It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at … View more
It's your favourite time of the year; the Resene ColorShop SALE! Now's the time to Decorate and SAVE with quality Resene paints, stains, wallpaper and accessories.

Plus if you're a Resene DIY card holder you'll get an extra 5% off (yes you can sign up in store or online at or online!)
Find out more

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681 days ago

Our Programmes

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

This year we have delivered our programmes, Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator & Project K in 142 schools across the motu 💚

Our programmes use a combination of teaching within classrooms and having adventures in the great outdoors. Tamariki and rangatahi are taught key life skills to … View more
This year we have delivered our programmes, Kiwi Can, Stars, Career Navigator & Project K in 142 schools across the motu 💚

Our programmes use a combination of teaching within classrooms and having adventures in the great outdoors. Tamariki and rangatahi are taught key life skills to develop resilience, build self-belief and self-confidence. Find out more about our programmes through the link below!

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681 days ago

Shorter Hours This Week

The Team from

Hello, Good People! Gentle Reminder that we at 130 Main Road Tawa, are opened shorter hours this week from 8.30am - 3pm. Yes, we are opened today 😊 .

681 days ago

NZ House & Garden Tours 2023

NZ House & Garden Tours

Step inside the pages of New Zealand's favourite home and lifestyle magazine and experience a captivating mix of inspiring homes this summer.

From the 24th of Feb to 1st of April we will be in; Wānaka, Nelson, Manawatū and Clevedon
Find out more

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683 days ago

Meri Kirihimete 🎅

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

The Foundation wishes everyone a very Meri Kirihimete 🎄 We hope you have a lovely day filled with fun and enjoy spending time with your loved ones 💚

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684 days ago

Lost cards

Stella from Tawa

If anyone has found a blank ASB eftpos & snapper card in Porirua today could you please txt 02040340379

692 days ago

Christmas presents

Rod from Hive World Honey

Our bees are hoping for something in their stockings. What do you suggest?

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685 days ago
685 days ago

Holiday Business Hours

The Team from

Our holiday hours, Good People! We'll be opened for shorter next week (8.30am -3pm, Tues-Sat). Your great excuse to not cook or clean since we could have your breakfast, brunch and lunch covered. Meantime, we'll be having Turkey seasoned with #galangal ; all earthy yet floral. We have … View moreOur holiday hours, Good People! We'll be opened for shorter next week (8.30am -3pm, Tues-Sat). Your great excuse to not cook or clean since we could have your breakfast, brunch and lunch covered. Meantime, we'll be having Turkey seasoned with #galangal ; all earthy yet floral. We have them in store if you wants some (the galangal that is!). We use them in the satay which we'll be BBQ-ing on coal for Xmas dinner by the way). What's on your menu this weekend??

686 days ago

A Man Called Otto

Sony Pictures NZ

Based on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an … View moreBased on the comical and moving # 1 New York Times bestseller, A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), a grumpy widower who is very set in his ways. When a lively young family moves in next door, he meets his match in quick-witted and very pregnant Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that will turn his world upside-down.

Experience a funny, heart-warming story about how some families come from the most unexpected places.

#AManCalledOtto, in cinemas January 1 – book tickets now!

Rating: M Offensive Language and suicide themes.
Book now

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687 days ago

Rhythm 30 day Chiming Wall Clock

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Lovely pendulum clock that works really well.
It chimes each half and full hour. Really good for those nights you think you had no sleep, on thinking back you remember hearing one chime and nothing else, so you really did get some sleep.
Height 42.5cm
Depth 10.5cm
Dial face 18cm
The number … View more
Lovely pendulum clock that works really well.
It chimes each half and full hour. Really good for those nights you think you had no sleep, on thinking back you remember hearing one chime and nothing else, so you really did get some sleep.
Height 42.5cm
Depth 10.5cm
Dial face 18cm
The number 9 looks paler because of the sunlight coming in the window as I snapped the photo.

Price: $100

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687 days ago

Octonauts Shellington & the Swell Shark

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Shellington needs to rescue the swell shark who is trapped in the kelp net.
Sink the kelp net in water and it opens and releases the swell shark. This shark changes colour in warm water and when squeezed squirts water out of its mouth.
The helmet closure is a little loose.

Price: $12

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687 days ago

Octonauts - Octopod

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Sadly one of the battery connections broke as I was putting in new batteries in the Octo0Alert. I have sellotaped the broken piece to the top, in case the new owner is more handy that us with a soldering iron.
Comes with the pieces shown.
Octopod, little gup, Captain Barnacles, crab, eel and … View more
Sadly one of the battery connections broke as I was putting in new batteries in the Octo0Alert. I have sellotaped the broken piece to the top, in case the new owner is more handy that us with a soldering iron.
Comes with the pieces shown.
Octopod, little gup, Captain Barnacles, crab, eel and turtle.

Price: $55

688 days ago

Outing with the Kiddies

The Team from

We've had lots @130 Main Rd Tawa with their kiddies since morning & as you can see, we are very inclusive! All species welcomed. We are comfy inside & obviously, outside too (if it doesn't rain that is) so see you soon ☺️

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