Paremata, Porirua

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

1142 days ago

Does your garden look like a crime scean ?

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

yes sadly many Gardens do! either that or look like middle earth from LOTR's but it doesn't have to be that way , We can come and sort it out.
feel from to call or text me on 0272430951 for a free quote.
www.natureschoice.co.nz...

1143 days ago

Do you have questions about your spring garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, … View more
Dear neighbours,

As part of Stuff’s Life & Style Live Chat series, NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are back with their expert spring gardening tips, advice and plant problem-solving. If you have a question for the gardening experts, you can submit it (now, or during the chat) at the link below. Then tune in today, Sept 17, at 3pm.

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1143 days ago

Snap crackle pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene FX Crackle effect. Use Resene FX Crackle effect to give a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1143 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

No need to say much about this stunning picture of a korimako taken by Andrew Gorrie.

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1143 days ago

Wellington Home and Garden Show has New Dates

Jade Promotions

New Dates – Same Fantastic Show! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show now on from the 8-10 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, … View more
New Dates – Same Fantastic Show! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show now on from the 8-10 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, featuring everything from featuring Kitchens, Bathrooms, Builders, Plants, Home Maintenance, Homewares, Art and more! Home improvements are made easy at the Show with expert advice, prizes to be won and exclusive show specials all in one easy location. Take a break from the shopping and enjoy a bite to eat and enjoy a coffee! Get creative with Resene Paint-a-Pot from 11-2 on Saturday and Sunday.

Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 8 – 10 of October 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
Book now

1144 days ago

Local Service you can trust

Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors

We're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.

Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind … View more
We're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.

Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind at what can be a very stressful time.

Our commitment is to listen, guide you through the options and then take care of the details to make the funeral service meaningful.

Visit us at 6 Norrie Street, Porirua or contact us at (04) 237 5332
Find out more

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1144 days ago

3D Printing & CAD Software Holiday Programme at Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate will be hosting a 3 day introduction to 3D printing and CAD software holiday programme in October. Our IT experts will teach students how to design a 3D model using the modelling computer programme SketchUp and view, interact and evaluate their designs using Virtual Reality … View moreWhitby Collegiate will be hosting a 3 day introduction to 3D printing and CAD software holiday programme in October. Our IT experts will teach students how to design a 3D model using the modelling computer programme SketchUp and view, interact and evaluate their designs using Virtual Reality devices. Students will keep their printed 3D designs. No previous experience is necessary. Students must bring their own chromebooks/laptops. Limited spaces available.

Dates: Monday 4 - Wednesday 6 October 2021
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: $270
Ages: 10+

Optional extra - $10 per day for Domino's pizza or fish & chips lunch and drinks.

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1144 days ago

Māori Language Week 💚

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

We hope everyone is enjoying Māori Language Week 💚

Today, we thought we'd share two common phrases which you can start to practice and use when talking to your friends, whānau or work colleagues.

Ngā mihi nui | Thanks so much
Kia pai te rā | Have a good day

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1144 days ago

News and more from Age Concern Wellington Region

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Great live exercise classes, mask exemption information, news and more from Age Concern Wellington Region: read our latest eNewsletter here: dashboard.vega.works...
#OurWellington #HCC #PoriruaCityCouncil #saygo #maskexemptions #seniors #ageconcern #ageconcernwellingtonregion #newsletter #exercise

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1145 days ago

Noticed anything different?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you … View more
It's te wiki o te reo Māori, and to celebrate this awesome initiative, we've given our logo a little update.

'Haporitanga' means 'the many principles and actions of being a community' and we think it's a great way to express what Neighbourly is.

Are you keen to dive straight into te wiki? Here's a video by our mates at Stuff showing five te reo words that every person from across the motu (country) needs to know.

For more coverage on Māori language week, click the 'See more' button below.

Ngā manaakitanga!
See more

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1151 days ago

Catching public transport under Alert Level 2

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Remember now that we are in Alert Level 2, the rules have changed a bit.
Here’s what you need to know:
◼️ Face coverings are legally required for everyone 12 years and older.
◼️ Standing isn't allowed on services. Staff won't allow people onto services if they don't … View more
Remember now that we are in Alert Level 2, the rules have changed a bit.
Here’s what you need to know:
◼️ Face coverings are legally required for everyone 12 years and older.
◼️ Standing isn't allowed on services. Staff won't allow people onto services if they don't believe space is available, so plan ahead and be patient with operators.
◼️ Check in as soon as you board the service.
◼️ Stay home if you're sick. Sitting directly next to someone is allowed. Be mindful that drivers may not stop to collect passengers if all seats are occupied. Dedicated school bus services are exempt from the no standing requirement.

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1146 days ago

Endangered native tree revived

Porirua City Council

A tree in danger of dying out in New Zealand has been revived thanks to the keen eye of a Porirua City Council nursery employee.

The waiwaka tree, or swamp maire (Syzygium maire), was believed to have completely died off in Porirua until Andrew Jinks discovered a small group of them on his walk… View more
A tree in danger of dying out in New Zealand has been revived thanks to the keen eye of a Porirua City Council nursery employee.

The waiwaka tree, or swamp maire (Syzygium maire), was believed to have completely died off in Porirua until Andrew Jinks discovered a small group of them on his walk home through Rānui last year.

The native wetland tree grows throughout coastal and lowland swamps of the North Island and are important species to regenerate native wetland forests and to protect coastal areas from erosion, but are currently considered critically threatened.

Andrew was heading up Bromley View when a small gully of trees caught his eye. He noticed other natives such as totara and rimu in the gully and decided to take a closer look, spotting the waiwaka.

“It was actually the first time I had seen the tree in person but I knew it had distinctive pale and flaky bark, so I took a couple snaps and sent it to a local ecologist friend of mine to help classify it.” The last reported siting of the waiwaka growing in Porirua was over 100 years ago but Andrew and Porirua City Council will reintroduce the tree to our city’s harbour, parks, and surrounding forests.

Hundreds of seedlings have been grown at the city nursery, from the fruit of the small group of trees found by Andrew. These seedlings will begin to be replanted in the coming months in places like the Elsdon wetland and Hokorito Stream in Titahi Bay.

Andrew recalls when he first came to New Zealand in 1986 from Wales and the sight of pine trees and gorse covering the hills of Wellington. “We used to play the game ‘count the possums’ when we were driving on the highway,” he says, “and now I see native birds and plants, like the kohekohe, reclaiming their native habitat all around Porirua.” Situated at 106 Sievers Grove in eastern Porirua, the nursery offers a variety of plants at wholesale prices. Normally open to the public 12.30–3.30pm on weekdays, it is closed until 17 September.

Follow: Facebook / Twitter
Visit: poriruacity.govt.nz.
Call: (04) 237 5089
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1146 days ago

Happy Māori Language Week

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Ngā mihi o te wiki o te reo Māori e hoa mā | Happy Māori Language Week

Māori Language Week has officially started across Aotearoa. Throughout the week, we will be posting common words which you can start to use in everyday conversations such as kia pai te rā which means have a great day ⭐

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1147 days ago

Gardening time

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Spring is here and we are ready to help you get the yard back into shape!
Call us today - we are still catching up a we bit due to lock down but message us for a few quote 0272430951

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