Aro Valley, Wellington

Let's get familiar!

Let's get familiar!

Introduce yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page.

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

564 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key … View more
Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help.
Find out more

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564 days ago

Community Garage Sale Sat 11 Mar ALL PROCEEDS DONATED TO CYCLONE GABRIELLE REBUILD

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Kia Ora everyone,

Our community garage sale is on THIS Saturday 11 March from 9am-2pm.
All proceeds from our St Ninian's sales tables will go to the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. We'll be collecting for the rebuild efforts on the day too - look out for our donation buckets.

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Kia Ora everyone,

Our community garage sale is on THIS Saturday 11 March from 9am-2pm.
All proceeds from our St Ninian's sales tables will go to the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. We'll be collecting for the rebuild efforts on the day too - look out for our donation buckets.

We'll have all of our usual goodies for sale: baking, household goods, plants, books, toys, games and more. Grab a bargain and help us share some love to those in need.

Cash only. We're at 208 Karori Rd, opposite Karori Normal School

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564 days ago

Pelvic Power Workshop at Community Education

Sue from Brooklyn

On Saturday 18th March I'm running a pelvic floor workshop.
Refine your use and understanding of your pelvic floor muscles for bladder control and improved posture (yes, they are part of your core support).
This workshop is run by Adult Community Education -
www.cecwellington.ac.nz...

565 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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572 days ago

What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View more
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.

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565 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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568 days ago

Karori Lions Karnival

Bulletin Editor from Karori Lions Club

Following up from our very successful Karori Lions Karnival on 19 February, here is our "Thank You" poster directed to all who contributed to, and participated in a very well-received event. The total number of stalls was lower than in recent years, but the quality certainly made up for … View moreFollowing up from our very successful Karori Lions Karnival on 19 February, here is our "Thank You" poster directed to all who contributed to, and participated in a very well-received event. The total number of stalls was lower than in recent years, but the quality certainly made up for that, and those food stalls that were there all had long queues! As usual, we have had many complimentary comments about how our Karnival is such a great community event!

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566 days ago

Adult Pilates Classes

Sue from Karori

Keen to start Pilates. I have a couple of daytime. sessions for one on ones or duos in my studio in Kelburn. Either as a private or with two people
Maybe you just wake up with a cranky body or your knees or hips arent what they use to be. Perhaps your pelvic floor needs some attention or you … View more
Keen to start Pilates. I have a couple of daytime. sessions for one on ones or duos in my studio in Kelburn. Either as a private or with two people
Maybe you just wake up with a cranky body or your knees or hips arent what they use to be. Perhaps your pelvic floor needs some attention or you just want to be more mobile and flexible.
I have 17 years of teaching experience that I would love to share with you.

Whether you aren’t quite ready for a group class or would like a more personalised approach I can tailor a session to meet your goals.
To find out more or to book a session please call 0277128434 or email breathe@sueruffellpilates.co.nz what they used to be!

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567 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats,visit www. census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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568 days ago

Open Sat

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 4 March) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀


See you Saturday!

568 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I … View more
It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I snapped him/her in the Hutt Estuary on 12 January and sent a report off to the Banding Office as you do and got back a very interesting report about the bird.
He/she was banded on Bell Island, Waimea Inlet, Tasman on 28/05/2022 in his/her 2nd year. Sex is unknown. CT7 is a busy chap, since banding this bird has been re-sighted at Saxton Field, Stoke, Nelson on 28/06/2022 and 19/07/2022. This bird is part of a research study on the morphometrics, population trends, longevity and movements of variable oystercatchers in the Golden/Tasman Bays region.

So, if you see CT7 don't forget to report him/her to the banding office.
Variable oystercatcher/ tōrea (Haematopus unicolor). Bird #14 in 2023.

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568 days ago

Friday Fun Fact

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Something light for a Friday afternoon.

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568 days ago

Free Introductory Cemetery Tours this Sunday

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

TOURS THIS WEEKEND

We are running tours this Sunday 5th March (weather permitting!)

- FREE Intro Tour (30-40mins). Meet your guide at The Shelter at 11am or 12pm. The Shelter is the small wooden building 250m inside the main gate. Cancellations notified on our Facebook page.

- Off the … View more
TOURS THIS WEEKEND

We are running tours this Sunday 5th March (weather permitting!)

- FREE Intro Tour (30-40mins). Meet your guide at The Shelter at 11am or 12pm. The Shelter is the small wooden building 250m inside the main gate. Cancellations notified on our Facebook page.

- Off the Beaten Track 10:30am - 12:00pm
- Treasure from the Gully 11:30am - 1:00pm
These tours are $10 per person, children under 12 are free. For more details and how to secure your ticket, please visit our website:
friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

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568 days ago

That's a lot of hair!

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Pic of us surgically removing a cat from a curtain

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568 days ago

2023 Census

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

We strongly encourage all citizens to participate in the Census next week, Tuesday 7th of March. Or if you are not travelling you can fill it out now...www.census.govt.nz...

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