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2612 days ago

Tawa Softball Club AGM - 7pm 4th October

Sue from Tawa

Our AGM is being held from 7pm on Wednesday 4th October at the Tawa Softball Club rooms at Redwood Park for all those interested in attending and helping us shape the future of the club going foward

2613 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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2613 days ago

Housing and health care top priorities for Kris Faafoi

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Re-elected Labour MP Kris Faafoi says his top priorities for the area are to work on housing and health care.
Are they the top priorities for people in the East?
*Please put NFP with your comment if you don't want it printed in Kapi-Mana News thanks!!*

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2613 days ago

Keeping the Bathurst bur out of our backyard: Quick info about regional pests

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Bathurst bur (Xanthium spinosum) is actually from South America and accidentally made its way to Australia in the early 1800s where it got its name. From there it crossed the pond where it now contaminates wool, breaks shearing combs, cause skin irritations and dermatitis, and poisons stock – a … View moreBathurst bur (Xanthium spinosum) is actually from South America and accidentally made its way to Australia in the early 1800s where it got its name. From there it crossed the pond where it now contaminates wool, breaks shearing combs, cause skin irritations and dermatitis, and poisons stock – a true nasty!

With fifteen active control sites in the Wairarapa, some farms have thousands of plants on them! However, the plant is still relatively rare in the Wellington region and we plan to keep it that way.

Our pest plants team work hard on the fifteen sites to minimise the impact of this pest on people and livestock.

So if you see a plant with hundreds of straw-coloured burs, each 1.0–1.5 cm long, with many yellow hooked spines you’ve probably got Bathurst bur and our team wants to know about it and they’ll control it for free – to put those Aussies in their place!
Contact pest.plants@gw.govt.nz if you think you've seen it.

2614 days ago

Being a Homeowner has its benefits

Geneva Finance

Getting on the housing ladder is increasingly difficult for many people. However, if you are one of the lucky ones, being the owner of your own home grants certain privileges. At Geneva we reward a homeowner’s hard work and good fortune by granting almost guaranteed approval on some of the best … View moreGetting on the housing ladder is increasingly difficult for many people. However, if you are one of the lucky ones, being the owner of your own home grants certain privileges. At Geneva we reward a homeowner’s hard work and good fortune by granting almost guaranteed approval on some of the best loan rates we offer.

Save more on fees and make bulk re-payments against your loan without any penalties. Home renovations, debt consolidation and car purchase loans suddenly make a lot more sense. Contact us today and see how being a homeowner can really help you.
Apply for a loan

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2622 days ago

Free magazines

Kay Neighbourly Lead from Tawa

Hi there,I have 12 x your home and garden 5 x good and 4 x crafting magazines to give away. Please message me if you would like these.

Free

2616 days ago

School holiday fun - Songs of the Sea!

Capital E

Look closely at where the sky meets the sea and you will see something magical! In a fusion of songs, dance, puppets, te reo Māori and English, Songs of the Sea Waiata o te Moana unfolds the mysteries and myths of where the first fish came from. From Ra and Marama (Sun and Moon) to Ite Ika o te … View moreLook closely at where the sky meets the sea and you will see something magical! In a fusion of songs, dance, puppets, te reo Māori and English, Songs of the Sea Waiata o te Moana unfolds the mysteries and myths of where the first fish came from. From Ra and Marama (Sun and Moon) to Ite Ika o te Rangi (the Milky Way), colourful puppets and catchy music weave together three stories of the deep. Suits ages 2-7.

When: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th October, Tuesday 10th – Saturday 14th October
Time: 10am
Where: Hannah Playhouse, 12 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington
Price: $10 per ticket
Limited tickets: Book today through Capital E
Book now

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2616 days ago

Do you want to win a $100 The Borough Voucher? Competition closes today!

Stacey Richardson from Spring into Tawa

Jump on over to Spring into Tawa's facebook page (www.facebook.com/springintotawa2017 or search "Spring into Tawa 2017" on Facebook) and tag people you want to tell about Spring into Tawa 2017 to be into win a $100 voucher to The Borough Restaurant in Tawa (also valid at all 20 … View moreJump on over to Spring into Tawa's facebook page (www.facebook.com/springintotawa2017 or search "Spring into Tawa 2017" on Facebook) and tag people you want to tell about Spring into Tawa 2017 to be into win a $100 voucher to The Borough Restaurant in Tawa (also valid at all 20 Wellington Hospitality Group restaurants!). And don't forget to mark Spring into Tawa - Saturday 28 October in your diary. It's going to be amazing!

2617 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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2620 days ago

Adventurous Hugo - Local young Porirua boy

Kerry from Waitangirua

Hi, I'm Hugo, and I am 3 years old. I was born at 33 weeks and have Cerebral Palsy.

The type of Cerebral Palsy I have is called Spastic Quadriplegia, which for me means, that both my arms and legs are very tight and makes walking (and other things) really hard and painful for me to do the … View more
Hi, I'm Hugo, and I am 3 years old. I was born at 33 weeks and have Cerebral Palsy.

The type of Cerebral Palsy I have is called Spastic Quadriplegia, which for me means, that both my arms and legs are very tight and makes walking (and other things) really hard and painful for me to do the simplest of tasks.

Currently I have a wheelchair to get around in, but I really want to be just like all the others my age, and do all the simple things most people take for granted.

There is a surgery called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR), which is unavailable in NZ, but performed at St Louis Children's Hospital in America. SDR is a surgery that reduces the tightness of muscles. I'm on the waiting list for a date in May 2018.

If I have the SDR surgery, it will help me function in a more natural normal way and will give me the hope of walking instead of being confined to a wheelchair. This will be life changing for me and my family. All costs associated with his surgery are in access of $125k.

This is going to be a long journey for me and my family. We are making our first step towards the fundraising by putting this on the give-a-little site. We are asking you to join us by making a donation.

Please check out this link:

i.stuff.co.nz...

Funds raised will help Hugo and his family on this journey to allow him to have a better quality of life.

'The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step'

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