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820 days ago

Argentine Tango for Exercise

Ian from Paremata

Our popular Argentine tango dance therapy classes continue on Mondays 10.30am to 11.30am at Extreme Dance Studios in Paremata.
If you can walk you can dance tango.
Suitable for non dancers, seniors and those mobility challenged.
New dancers always welcome.

$5 for 1 hour class or Koha

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Our popular Argentine tango dance therapy classes continue on Mondays 10.30am to 11.30am at Extreme Dance Studios in Paremata.
If you can walk you can dance tango.
Suitable for non dancers, seniors and those mobility challenged.
New dancers always welcome.

$5 for 1 hour class or Koha

Contact Cheryl Brown 027 499 8625 or Ian Jenkins 029 778 4728

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822 days ago

BUILDER/ROOFER NEEDED

Raymond from Tawa

Hi Neighbours,
During the recent storms, the ceiling in one of the rooms got damaged.'
Insurance is prepared to repair or pay for the repairs but need confirmation that the source of the damage has been fixed at our own cost. Can you recommend someone?
Thanks in advance

821 days ago

Election nominations close soon

Porirua City Council

The door to the last chance saloon is closing as the date to be nominated for upcoming Council elections nears.

The last date to have your name put forward – by two people who must be over 18 and whose names appear on the electoral roll within the ward you’re standing – is this Friday, 12 … View more
The door to the last chance saloon is closing as the date to be nominated for upcoming Council elections nears.

The last date to have your name put forward – by two people who must be over 18 and whose names appear on the electoral roll within the ward you’re standing – is this Friday, 12 August, at 12 noon.

There are three wards in Porirua – Pāuatahanui (4 seats), Onepoto (5 seats), Parirua (Māori ward, 1 seat), and the mayoralty.
Find out more

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822 days ago

Spaces available at Waitangirua Kindergarten!

The Team from Waitangirua Kindergarten

Waitangirua Kindergarten in Porirua has spaces available and are welcoming new enrolments now!
👉 20 hours FREE per week for all children aged 2 years old - 5 years old.
👉 Our teachers speak Māori, Samoan, Tokelauan and Cook Islands Māori as well as English, and support children’s … View more
Waitangirua Kindergarten in Porirua has spaces available and are welcoming new enrolments now!
👉 20 hours FREE per week for all children aged 2 years old - 5 years old.
👉 Our teachers speak Māori, Samoan, Tokelauan and Cook Islands Māori as well as English, and support children’s language development and cultural identity.
👉 We offer Kapa Haka once a week!
💬 MESSAGE us on Facebook. EMAIL us at waitangirua@wmkindergartens.org.nz. PHONE us on 04 235 9438. VISIT us at 4 Kalingo Street, Waitangirua, Porirua. ENROL here: www.wmkindergartens.org.nz...

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822 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a brand new, spacious three bedroom home, close to the beach - with two living areas, an office and a double garage, there's plenty of room for everyone. For sale through Della Randall, check it out on page 3 of today's issue of Homed!

Looking for an … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a brand new, spacious three bedroom home, close to the beach - with two living areas, an office and a double garage, there's plenty of room for everyone. For sale through Della Randall, check it out on page 3 of today's issue of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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822 days ago

Do you have a great asparagus recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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822 days ago

Subscribe to Stuff's First Time Buyer's Club

Stuff

Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View more
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.

We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.

Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Sign up now

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825 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A lovely close-up of a tūī by Kelson resident Andrew Gorrie.

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823 days ago

Nominations are now open!

Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our region is changing; we’re facing challenges and opportunities like never before.

Nominations for Greater Wellington regional council close at 12 noon on Friday 12 August 2022. Now is your time to help shape the region’s future and have a say on the issues that matter to you and your … View more
Our region is changing; we’re facing challenges and opportunities like never before.

Nominations for Greater Wellington regional council close at 12 noon on Friday 12 August 2022. Now is your time to help shape the region’s future and have a say on the issues that matter to you and your community.

Find out how you can give your voice on issues that matter to your community
Find out more

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824 days ago

Volunteers needed for Spring into Tawa festival

Tracey from Tawa

Spring into Tawa festival will be held on Saturday 29th October. So excited for this event. Of course we cant do it alone so we need volunteers to help on the day .
If you are available can you please access the link below and complete the web form. docs.google.com... If you have any friends or… View more
Spring into Tawa festival will be held on Saturday 29th October. So excited for this event. Of course we cant do it alone so we need volunteers to help on the day .
If you are available can you please access the link below and complete the web form. docs.google.com... If you have any friends or contacts that you think would be available feel free to pass this message onto them also.
docs.google.com...

824 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Ollie and Harry

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Andrew Robson from Epuni submitted Ollie and Harry, who belong to his son.
"They both love to run around the back lawn, are great mates and love my son with lots of kisses and hugs. Both boys love to chase each other.They have their own mohair rugs for sleeping on."
Remember if you want … View more
Andrew Robson from Epuni submitted Ollie and Harry, who belong to his son.
"They both love to run around the back lawn, are great mates and love my son with lots of kisses and hugs. Both boys love to chase each other.They have their own mohair rugs for sleeping on."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

824 days ago

Shindaiwa t230x

Robert from Cannons Creek

This machine is in good working order have just had it serviced @ Dan's mowers in Johnsonville it has a speed feed 450 head on it worth $90 this machine is fairly grunty however I do not need 4 line trimmers as I have replaced it with an even more powerful trimmer all shindaiwa gear run 50:1 … View moreThis machine is in good working order have just had it serviced @ Dan's mowers in Johnsonville it has a speed feed 450 head on it worth $90 this machine is fairly grunty however I do not need 4 line trimmers as I have replaced it with an even more powerful trimmer all shindaiwa gear run 50:1 fuel mix ratio they're reputation is similar to Stihl and Husqvarna equipment

Price: $200

825 days ago

Aged terracotta pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
Find out how to create your own.

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825 days ago

The local elections are coming up!

Orange Guy from Electoral Commission

The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.

Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
Find out more

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826 days ago

Cable

Toni from Tawa

Cable is PI 35 Insulated - 2 x 100m rolls. Single wire

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