Titahi Bay, Porirua

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1350 days ago

Game Programming Using Python - April Holiday Programme

Whitby Collegiate

Keen to develop your own game? Join Whitby Collegiate’s three day holiday programme where you’ll learn to programme using Python, build in advanced concepts and complete your own arcade style game. Bring along your own laptop or use the school’s desktop computers.

Dates: 28-30 April 2021, … View more
Keen to develop your own game? Join Whitby Collegiate’s three day holiday programme where you’ll learn to programme using Python, build in advanced concepts and complete your own arcade style game. Bring along your own laptop or use the school’s desktop computers.

Dates: 28-30 April 2021, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Venue: Whitby Collegiate Tech Room
Ages: 10-16
Cost: $250

For further information and to register, visit www.whitbycollegiate.school.nz...

Limited spaces available so get in quick!

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1351 days ago

Looking for a Handy Man/ Carpenter

Sayantani from Tawa

To fix the broken wall and aluminium door.
Cont Chef Arun 0211680590

1350 days ago

Pride flag flying at Porirua war memorial attracts online vitriol

Reporter Community News

Moderators of the Tītahi Bay Returned Services Association’s (RSA) Facebook page have had to delete several unsavoury comments on a post showing a pride flag flying at a Porirua war memorial.
The flag was hoisted up the flag pole on the Tītahi Bay shoreline to show the local RSA’s support for… View more
Moderators of the Tītahi Bay Returned Services Association’s (RSA) Facebook page have had to delete several unsavoury comments on a post showing a pride flag flying at a Porirua war memorial.
The flag was hoisted up the flag pole on the Tītahi Bay shoreline to show the local RSA’s support for the Wellington Pride Festival – which opened on Saturday, March 13 – and members of the LGBTIQA+ community who “have served, or continue to serve our great country”, the post read.
It was thought to be the first time a pride flag had flown at a war memorial in New Zealand.

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1350 days ago

Whitby Collegiate OPEN MORNING - Tuesday 13 April, 9am-12pm

Whitby Collegiate

Come along and see Whitby Collegiate at our next Open Morning on Tuesday 13 April from 9am to 12pm.
Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13.
- Excellent teacher to student ratios.
- Strong academic results.
- A … View more
Come along and see Whitby Collegiate at our next Open Morning on Tuesday 13 April from 9am to 12pm.
Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13.
- Excellent teacher to student ratios.
- Strong academic results.
- A supportive learning environment.
- Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Johnsonville and the Hutt Valley.
Register for Open Morning at www.whitbycollegiate.school.nz...

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1351 days ago

The Porirua Grand Traverse

Porirua Grand Traverse

The Porirua Grand Traverse is a vibrant festival of fitness showcasing Porirua's amazing outdoors with a challenge for all age and ability.

When: Saturday 28th March.

Where: Race Weekend HQ at Whitireia Polytech, Wineera Dve, Porirua. Click for HQ Map.

All ages, all abilities, all … View more
The Porirua Grand Traverse is a vibrant festival of fitness showcasing Porirua's amazing outdoors with a challenge for all age and ability.

When: Saturday 28th March.

Where: Race Weekend HQ at Whitireia Polytech, Wineera Dve, Porirua. Click for HQ Map.

All ages, all abilities, all amazing. Challenge yourself now!

From the Arena 9k Fun Run/Walk, through to the full 56k Multisport and 42k Duathlon events, and the 10k Paddle, 28k Mountain Bike and 18k Mountain Run, there's something for you on the start line.

To find out more or to enter
Find out more

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1351 days ago

All Trades Tradie Expo 2021

Trans Tasman Media

Change of date for your diary!!

13-14 August 2021, Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua.

Bringing Tradies, Suppliers & Manufacturers together for a 2-day event offering:

• Tools, services & product demonstrations
• Local developments, future projects & industry updates
• Tradie … View more
Change of date for your diary!!

13-14 August 2021, Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua.

Bringing Tradies, Suppliers & Manufacturers together for a 2-day event offering:

• Tools, services & product demonstrations
• Local developments, future projects & industry updates
• Tradie recruitment, apprenticeships & training
• Entertainment, prizes and giveaways

Suitable for apprentices, all trades business owners and Tradies of all trades.
Find out more

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1351 days ago

Need Plumber

Sayantani from Tawa

Looking for a Plumber to fix water leakage .
Cont Chef Arun 0211680590

1351 days ago

Looking for a window glass replace

Sayantani from Tawa

Looking for a person who can change the broken window glasses.
Please contact Chef Arun 0211680590

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1351 days ago

Meals On Wheels - Porirua Region

Tracey from Tawa

Does anyone know the contact details for the coordinator of volunteers for Meals On Wheels in the Porirua region please?

1351 days ago

Public Meeting about Stormwater Infrastructure

Michelle from Titahi Bay

Hi All
Public meeting is now MONDAY 29 MARCH, at 6pm at TITAHI BAY SCHOOL, 11 Kura Street.

We are pleased there is now action in Titahi Bay to install and repair stormwater infrastructure and there is an opportunity for the community to hear from Council and Wellington Water when and how this will… View more
Hi All
Public meeting is now MONDAY 29 MARCH, at 6pm at TITAHI BAY SCHOOL, 11 Kura Street.

We are pleased there is now action in Titahi Bay to install and repair stormwater infrastructure and there is an opportunity for the community to hear from Council and Wellington Water when and how this will take place, the public and private cost and the process of financial assistance.

Our aim is to give the Council and Wellington Water the opportunity to provide better consultation and transparency - given recent press (see links below).

Key Points:

1. Plan: What is the plan – public and private works?

2. Timeframe: When?

3. Financial assistance: How will you assist private owners that might have to pay?

www.stuff.co.nz...

www.stuff.co.nz...

1352 days ago

Local heroes, two women remove tonnes of rubbish

Reporter Community News

What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of … View more
What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of the rubbish Lorraine Shaab​ and Noeline Angus​ have removed from a seal colony on the Wainuiomata Coast, near Wellington, over the past year.

1353 days ago

My Wellington: Swee Tan

Reporter Community News

Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you … View more
Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you been a Wellingtonian?
I was here in 1992 when I was doing my training in plastic surgery. We lived here for one year and then went overseas to London, then Oxford and Boston, and then came back in 1995. I was born in Malaysia, and left in 1980. I went to Melbourne, where I studied, and then I went to Hamilton, Christchurch and Wellington. I resisted coming to Wellington because I went through Wellington in 1987 – it was a dead place, there was no restaurant open after 7pm.

Where is your favourite place to eat out?
We are very lucky to have good eating places. Yum cha at Dragons, for example, is one of our favourites. There are so many choices. Noble Rot is a very good place for dinner. If you are after brunch, Cafe Thyme next to the Twigland Garden Centre, which is my favourite garden centre. It’s between Johnsonville and Churton Park.

Where is the best coffee in Wellington?
You put me in a difficult position because in Wellington we have so many great places for coffee. Prefab is great, or Neo Cafe, and Revive in Petone. You can get good coffee anywhere really, but those are really great spot.

What’s an underrated attraction near you?
Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush is the only public botanical garden dedicated to native plants, and they are really nice: about 11 kilometres, with many bushes and gardens. We used to take our children there when they were younger. There is a stream there with eels, beautiful eels, an 800-year-old rimu tree and a nice canopy of trees. It is only five minutes away [from the city], it is right here on our doorstep.

What, in Wellington, can’t be beaten on a good day?
Walking along the waterfront with Maestro [Tan’s dog] along the path that takes you to Oriental Pde. It is such a beautiful place.

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1353 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Spike

Reporter Community News

This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is … View more
This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is his mouse from the SPCA. He charges around the house with it in his mouth so it’s always near. The best thing we’ve enjoyed though is how the relationship between our dog Sadie and him has developed. Spike loves being near her, and always snuggles up next to her when he’s tired out from playing (as you can see from the photos!) Sadie is pretty smitten with him too. We all are. Thanks again for everything, Julia, Dave, Sadie and Spike."

1352 days ago

Get your hands dirty for a good cause

Porirua City Council

Porirua City Council and Conservation Volunteers Wellington are collaborating on several community conservation projects in Porirua to help restore and clean up litter in our local parks and reserves.

“We want to encourage our residents to get involved in these community conservation projectsView more
Porirua City Council and Conservation Volunteers Wellington are collaborating on several community conservation projects in Porirua to help restore and clean up litter in our local parks and reserves.

“We want to encourage our residents to get involved in these community conservation projects, it is a fantastic way to give back and you don’t need any training or special gear – Conservation Volunteers will provide everything that you may need,” says Julian Emeny, the Council’s Parks Manager.

Conservation Volunteers has all bases covered – they provide a fully trained team leader overseeing the event, gloves, tools, health and safety management, and training.

“We ask volunteers to wear good sturdy boots, long sleeves and pants. Bringahat, a weatherproof jacket and a packed lunch, snacks and water to keep you going while saving the planet!” says Emeny.

He says that it is also a fun day out for families and a great way to get young and old involved in local conservation projects. “Bring the whole whānau along and makeaday of it. We’d love to see a great turnout of people supporting their local parks and reserves.”

Upcoming events

20 March, 9am Bothamley Park Restoration, 14 Fiordland Place, Aotea. We’ll attend to previously planted trees and do a litter cleanup. Afterwards there will be a short, guided hikoi through the bush.

24 March, 9am Porirua wetland restoration, Bowlers Wharf, Papakōwhai. We’ll be cleaning up rubbish and removing invasive weeds from around estuary areas and streambanks.

8 April, 9am Sievers Grove Nursery day. We’ll help with the propagation processes to nurture and raise native plants which will be used to restore ecosystems and wildlife habitats.

17 April, 9am Cannons Creek Lakes clean up. Come and help us to restore and protect the creek for all the critters and native plants that live there.

You can find more information on volunteering opportunities at conservationvolunteers.co.nz
Find out more

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1353 days ago

Cat survives being shot in face

Reporter Community News

A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in … View more
A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in Wellington.
But the incident has left him deaf in one ear and the pupil in his left eye unable to contract.
Meanwhile, the SPCA is appealing to the public for help with its investigation into the shooting.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 0800 467 732 in confidence and quote reference 323422.

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