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1503 days ago

Single duvet inners

Sue from Ascot Park

Hi, I'm putting together bedding packs for family's in need this xmas.
I have purchased new sheets, duvet covers, pillows and a couple of duvet inners. If anyone has any (in good condition) no longer required I would be interested please. (cheaper the better...lol) :) :) :)
Duvet Covers … View more
Hi, I'm putting together bedding packs for family's in need this xmas.
I have purchased new sheets, duvet covers, pillows and a couple of duvet inners. If anyone has any (in good condition) no longer required I would be interested please. (cheaper the better...lol) :) :) :)
Duvet Covers so far for packs: Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol, Dora, Doc McStuffins, Ben 10, Spiderman & a couple of patterned ones from Kmart

1503 days ago

Looking for spring planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips … View more
In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips plus go in the draw for spring vege packs from Tui and ‘Blue Star’ ferns from Gellert’s.

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:

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1503 days ago

Paint an vintage sideboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update … View more
Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update your furniture

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1504 days ago

A world full of opportunities

Queen Margaret College

Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop … View more
Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop confidence, aim for excellence, take risks, challenge and explore the world around them.

Every child enjoys access to a wide range of exhilarating cultural and sporting opportunities in a progressive, cosmopolitan, safe environment. We value diversity, and inclusivity – and are the school of choice for families from 54 countries worldwide.

Join us for Open Day, Years 4-6 to find out more and discover the difference a QM education will make to your child’s future.

Discover Years 4,5 and 6
Junior School Open Day
Wednesday 28 October
• 9am - 10.20am
• 5pm - 6.20pm

Places are limited. Book to avoid disappointment.
Find out more

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1504 days ago

We need your help!

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

Plimmerton Rotary in conjunction with Porirua City is planning to plant 9000 plants around the edges of Plimmerton Domain.
When: Saturday: 17th October
Time: 9.30 am
What to bring: Gloves, safe footwear and a spade.

Any questions: contactplimrotary@gmail.com

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1504 days ago

Pure silk scarves

Ann from Plimmerton

Dozens of pure silk scarves all sizes and shapes. Multi coloured and plain. Many Hand edged and top quality. Hand on heart they are new! A hoarders collection that must be cleared. All and any offer welcome. Buy a bagful if you like!
Tel 042331 647

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1504 days ago

Steady As You Go

Corinne Morris from

We have a SAYGO class starting 21st October in Lower Hutt.

When: Wednesdays at 11am
Where: Knox Church, 574 High St, Boulcott, Lower Hutt

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve; Balance and leg strength, Flexibility, … View more
We have a SAYGO class starting 21st October in Lower Hutt.

When: Wednesdays at 11am
Where: Knox Church, 574 High St, Boulcott, Lower Hutt

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve; Balance and leg strength, Flexibility, General fitness and wellbeing. The classes are also a great way to meet new people.

Classes consist of a combination of sitting, standing and walking exercises, and take around an hour. They are ideal for complete beginners, are ongoing and you can find out how you’ve improved over your first 10 weeks.

Classes are established by one of our staff members with the aim of becoming peer-led at the end of 10 weeks.

Gold coin donation/koha is appreciated. If you’d like to join a class, come by ten minutes before the class starts. For more information please contact us on 04 499 6646 or email info@ageconcernwellington.org.nz

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1504 days ago

First Rung, episode 2, is here!

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first … View more
Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first one, it's packed with tips, advice and anecdotes from experts and home owners on every aspect of buying your first home. It also comes with a chance to win a $500 Resene prize pack.
In episode 2, we talk to a first time buyer who moved from one end of the country to the other for a chance to get on the ladder, hear about apartments as a viable first home option and an expert gives us some tips on how to choose the right lawyer.
We all know buying a home is one of the toughest, most daunting things we might ever do as adults, so it doesn't hurt to get some expert advice and support. That's what we wanted to give you with First Rung.
Give episode 2 a listen and let us know what you think - and I hope you're all in to win that crackin' prize pack!

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1504 days ago

Entertainment and Encouragement Newsletter

Corinne Morris from

Hello Everyone,

I hope you are keeping warm and dry on this cold Wellington day.

Make a cuppa and have a read of this week's newsletter. See upcoming events, meet our volunteer Mavis, get handy tips on researching your family tree in the "Your Voice" segment submission by Sandra … View more
Hello Everyone,

I hope you are keeping warm and dry on this cold Wellington day.

Make a cuppa and have a read of this week's newsletter. See upcoming events, meet our volunteer Mavis, get handy tips on researching your family tree in the "Your Voice" segment submission by Sandra Greig and bake Cinnamon Rolls with our easy recipe. Plus much more.

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If you would like to go in the draw to win a $50 Countdown gift card, 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!

Simply 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.

Thank you for sharing a moment with us. Take care and stay safe xx

1504 days ago

Whitby Collegiate SCHOOL IN ACTION DAY - Friday 30 October

Whitby Collegiate

Come along and see Whitby Collegiate in full action on Friday 30 October, 10am - 2pm. Wellington’s first progressive, independent, co-educational school for Years 7-13. To register for our school in action day go to www.whitbycollegiate.school.nz...

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1504 days ago

Porirua City Brass turns 50

Reporter Community News

Porirua City Brass recently celebrated its 50th birthday.
The band was founded in 1970 by Louis Fox, head of music at Mana College. Five of the founding members of the band were among those who attended the weekend of celebrations, Geoff Warren, Rodger Fox, David Baillie, Mel Smith and Bill Platt. … View more
Porirua City Brass recently celebrated its 50th birthday.
The band was founded in 1970 by Louis Fox, head of music at Mana College. Five of the founding members of the band were among those who attended the weekend of celebrations, Geoff Warren, Rodger Fox, David Baillie, Mel Smith and Bill Platt.
Two of those founding members, Geoff Warren and Bill Platt are still playing in the band.
A Friday nigh concert featured performances by renowned jazz trombonist
Rodger Fox performing Stardust, band leader Nicholas Garrett and horn player Marty
Laagland.

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1506 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, here is an easy one from our archives.
Who knows the story behind this famous image and the colourful character behind it.

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1505 days ago

Love Local Porirua Expo

Porirua City Council

Saturday 17 October, 10am-4pm at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua. Entry is FREE!

There’ll be something for everyone:
• Local businesses - a huge range of products and services.
• Market stalls and craft - see and purchase locally made products.
• Fun activities for tamariki - bouncy … View more
Saturday 17 October, 10am-4pm at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua. Entry is FREE!

There’ll be something for everyone:
• Local businesses - a huge range of products and services.
• Market stalls and craft - see and purchase locally made products.
• Fun activities for tamariki - bouncy castles, crafts, face painters and balloon artists.
• Community Groups & Sports Clubs - find something that suits you.
• Yummy local kai - sample the fantastic food and coffee Porirua has to offer.

COMPETITION AT THE EXPO
Win a year’s supply of Whittaker’s chocolate!

Find out more at our website.
Find out more

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1505 days ago

Friends of Taupō Swamp

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

On Saturday, 10 October 2020, about thirty-five people, Rotarians, Friends of Taupō Swamp, Councillors Euon Murrell and Ross Leggett, Council staff, their families, and friends, met at Plimmerton Domain and carried out a variety of tasks. About 1,300 plants are now in the ground. Euon passed on … View moreOn Saturday, 10 October 2020, about thirty-five people, Rotarians, Friends of Taupō Swamp, Councillors Euon Murrell and Ross Leggett, Council staff, their families, and friends, met at Plimmerton Domain and carried out a variety of tasks. About 1,300 plants are now in the ground. Euon passed on the good wishes of the Mayor who was unfortunately unable to come.
Barry McEwen asked for volunteers to come along again this Saturday, 17 October when he hopes that about 1,000 more will be planted. These will be Flax, Carrex and toi toi, none of which need to be protected so the work will be quicker.

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1506 days ago

It is time for a doggy party

Reporter Community News

Times have been ruff – lets party. That is what dogs are saying about the latest pet craze, a birthday party for your dog.
Sabrina Matara used to be a chef and has found the skills she learnt in a restaurant kitchen easily transfer to creating birthday treats for dogs.
She makes pupcakes and … View more
Times have been ruff – lets party. That is what dogs are saying about the latest pet craze, a birthday party for your dog.
Sabrina Matara used to be a chef and has found the skills she learnt in a restaurant kitchen easily transfer to creating birthday treats for dogs.
She makes pupcakes and confectionery bones for dog parties.
Matara and her husband, Tama Tua, own the Furr Bro pet service and in-home dog care.
Furr Bro is just branching into dog parties; however, it is big business in many parts of the world. It is easy to find birthday party ideas and recipes online, and specialist shops are springing up..
Pupcake ingredients included bacon, bananas and honey and the accompanying bones contain beef stock and wholemeal flour.
Have you ever had a party for your dog?

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