Aro Valley, Wellington

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137 days ago

Mahi Aroha Awards

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Get working on those nominations - nominations close this Friday 10th May (at midnight!). All of the info is on our website at:

www.volunteerwellington.nz...

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors Mitre 10 MEGA Wellington (Petone, Porirua & Upper Hutt) and LEAD - Centre for Not For Profit … View more
Get working on those nominations - nominations close this Friday 10th May (at midnight!). All of the info is on our website at:

www.volunteerwellington.nz...

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors Mitre 10 MEGA Wellington (Petone, Porirua & Upper Hutt) and LEAD - Centre for Not For Profit Governance & Leadership.

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137 days ago

Caring For You Like Family

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experienceView more
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
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137 days ago

Working Bees 🐝

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

We hold monthly working bees on the third Sunday of each month and are always looking for new people to join us. We are a fun crew doing some great work in the cemetery and learning about its history as we go.

If you can spare a few hours on a Sunday afternoon, then we would love to hear from … View more
We hold monthly working bees on the third Sunday of each month and are always looking for new people to join us. We are a fun crew doing some great work in the cemetery and learning about its history as we go.

If you can spare a few hours on a Sunday afternoon, then we would love to hear from you! There's no commitment to come every time and we find tasks suited to interests and abilities - from cleaning headstones, to clearing weeds and sweeping graves.

So if you would like to find out more, or be added to our Working Bee email list (where we advise dates, times and meeting places) then please email us: secretary@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz

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138 days ago

New Lottery, New Home

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Papamoa, worth just over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make… View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Papamoa, worth just over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it! Get your tickets today.
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139 days ago

Ryobi Electric leaf blower/ vacuum

Julie from Karori

Clearing the shed ! This Ryobi not only blows the leaves but also vacuums them up, which I think is much more useful than just blowing them away!
The machine is double insulated and has wheels and a shoulder strap to handle it. It is very simple to operate. When full, the leaf collection bag has a … View more
Clearing the shed ! This Ryobi not only blows the leaves but also vacuums them up, which I think is much more useful than just blowing them away!
The machine is double insulated and has wheels and a shoulder strap to handle it. It is very simple to operate. When full, the leaf collection bag has a zip to empty it.
It comes with the original manual.

Price: $40

139 days ago

The perfect treat this Mother's Day

Sunday Star Times

This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? … View more
This Mother's Day treat yourself or a loved one with the ultimate Sunday self-care gift.

Purchase a discounted subscription to Sunday Star-Times before 12 May, and receive a FREE Antipodes Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum worth $56*. Find out more below.

Gifting a subscription? Add a personalised e-card to your order to make your gift even more special. Offer ends next week so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply, promo code must be applied.
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140 days ago

Wellington Better Home and Living Show opens next Friday!

Jade Promotions

Enjoy fresh, practical solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening next Friday! There’ll be kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, landscaping, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof the … View moreEnjoy fresh, practical solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening next Friday! There’ll be kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, landscaping, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof the 10th to 12th of May at Sky Stadium.

Join the fun with the Neighbourly 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors to improve your homes, lifestyles and outdoors. Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on Saturday at the show for his free Ask an Expert session, enjoy a delicious range of artisan foods, get creative with the kids at Resene Paint a Pot on Saturday and Sunday and lots more!

Save the date in your diaries: 10 - 12 May at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $5
Gold Card Friday $2.50
Under 16 free
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141 days ago

Meals on Wheels Delivery Drivers needed for Brooklyn run

Euan from Brooklyn

Meals on Wheels is a valuable community service made possible thanks to a team of volunteers who deliver food during weekdays to seniors and the housebound throughout wider Brooklyn. Delivery drivers pick up the meals from the Brooklyn Community Centre in Harrison Street from approximately 11:15am … View moreMeals on Wheels is a valuable community service made possible thanks to a team of volunteers who deliver food during weekdays to seniors and the housebound throughout wider Brooklyn. Delivery drivers pick up the meals from the Brooklyn Community Centre in Harrison Street from approximately 11:15am - 11:30am and then go out on their run which takes around an hour and a half. If you are able to help either weekly, fortnightly or monthly to deliver meals or would like to know more, please contact Sue the Brooklyn volunteer Meals on Wheels coordinator on 021 620 599 or email: sue@mcglashan.co.nz

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141 days ago

Learn to sew a simple KNIT garment

Joyce from Aro Valley

2 Saturdays - 11th and 18th May 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $160 (both Saturdays)
For sewers with some sewing experience a course delivered over 2 consecutive Saturdays. This course will enable you to develop understanding of the process of making a knit garment of your choice. During class, you will be … View more
2 Saturdays - 11th and 18th May 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $160 (both Saturdays)
For sewers with some sewing experience a course delivered over 2 consecutive Saturdays. This course will enable you to develop understanding of the process of making a knit garment of your choice. During class, you will be guided through cutting out, prepping pieces to sew, seaming your garment with the overlocker and finishing hems, necklines and other edges. Recommended to choose one of the following styles to make: Sweatshirt, Simple T-Shirt, Leggings, Sweatpants. If unsure of suitable style (or if you have any queries regarding course or course materials please contact the tutor via Tawa College Community Education coordinator.
BYO Overlocker or (some free bookable-in-advance school overlockers are available).


To enrol (places limited):
www.tawacomed.co.nz...

Tawa College is easily accessible (15 mins easy driving) from Wellington CBD, with large free parking on site.

144 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts … View moreFunerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.9% Yes
    83.9% Complete
  • 13.9% No
    13.9% Complete
  • 2.2% Other - I'll share below!
    2.2% Complete
1975 votes
141 days ago

Spoil someone special this Mother’s Day

mags4gifts.co.nz

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy up to 34% off 1-year magazine subscriptions and grab a gift for yourself or a mother figure that’ll last all year long!

With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone at mags4gifts.co.nz. To make … View more
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy up to 34% off 1-year magazine subscriptions and grab a gift for yourself or a mother figure that’ll last all year long!

With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone at mags4gifts.co.nz. To make your gift even more special, make sure to click the “This order is a gift” box to add a free personalised e-card to your order. Mother’s Day offers end at midnight on 11 May, so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply.
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141 days ago

Senseo coffee machine ( gone, pending pick up)

Julie from Karori

These Senseo coffee machines are very popular in Holland. They make great real coffee at the push of a button from compostable coffee pads, available from the Dutch shop in Petone or any other Dutch shop online in NZ.
The machine is in great working order and comes with a 1 cup and 2 cup pad … View more
These Senseo coffee machines are very popular in Holland. They make great real coffee at the push of a button from compostable coffee pads, available from the Dutch shop in Petone or any other Dutch shop online in NZ.
The machine is in great working order and comes with a 1 cup and 2 cup pad holder as well as an instruction book. I have a Senseo myself and they seem to last forever!
Please PM or text me on 0272484333 if you are definitely going to pick it up , giving me a time when you can do so.

Free

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142 days ago

Ukelele classes in Brooklyn

Euan from Brooklyn

Ukulele classes starting soon at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street. Learn to play the ukulele this term with Moggie Grayson. Her one-hour adults class starts this Monday 6 May at 10am. People of all ages and abilities welcome. For more details contact Moggie. Phone 384 8213 or email:… View moreUkulele classes starting soon at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street. Learn to play the ukulele this term with Moggie Grayson. Her one-hour adults class starts this Monday 6 May at 10am. People of all ages and abilities welcome. For more details contact Moggie. Phone 384 8213 or email: moggiegrayson@gmail.com

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142 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

I am no longer looking in from the outside

I had a sense of isolation and loneliness which had been with me from childhood. As an overweight child I went on to be an obese adult.

I suffered from massive anxiety and later on in life with depression. If asked how I was I would reply … View more
I am no longer looking in from the outside

I had a sense of isolation and loneliness which had been with me from childhood. As an overweight child I went on to be an obese adult.

I suffered from massive anxiety and later on in life with depression. If asked how I was I would reply 'fine', but inside felt dreadful. I recall feeling depressed in my late teens and later had postnatal depression with the births of my children. The amounts I was eating at these times increased and so did my weight - the more I ate, the worse I felt; the worse I felt, the more I ate.

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