Aro Valley, Wellington

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

592 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance?

Price Smart from

Whether it’s keeping your garden beds weed-free, trimming hedges to look just perfect, or simply mowing lawns, we work within most budgets to keep your garden looking tidy.

Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or go to www.pricesmart.co.nz...... to organize a site visit.

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593 days ago

Gift a subscription and Receive Oriental Lily Bulbs Free!

NZ Gardener

Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.

For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business… View more
Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.

For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.

Offer valid until 11:59pm 14 May 2023. For full terms and conditions click here.

Happy Mother’s Day
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593 days ago

Easter events and services at St Ninian's

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

You are warmly invited to attend any or all of our Easter services!
Our Sunrise rise service at 7am on Wright's Hill is a much-loved tradition for many Karorians, and we follow it with hot cross buns and a cuppa back at the church (208 Karori Rd).

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593 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - Tour this weekend

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

Exciting Tours on Offer This Weekend:
It's the first Sunday of the month so we'll be at The Shelter and have tickets available for the following tours. Come and hear stories of early Wellington in a beautiful setting:

- Murder & Mayhem 10:30am $10 per person
- Introductory Tour … View more
Exciting Tours on Offer This Weekend:
It's the first Sunday of the month so we'll be at The Shelter and have tickets available for the following tours. Come and hear stories of early Wellington in a beautiful setting:

- Murder & Mayhem 10:30am $10 per person
- Introductory Tour (30mins) 11:00am FREE
- Catholic Tales 1:00pm $10 per person

To secure your ticket or for more information about the tours, please visit our website:
friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

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593 days ago

Age Concern's latest newsletter

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Kia ora,

Daylight saving comes to an end on Sunday morning, so don’t forget to change your clocks back one hour. Even though the days are growing shorter and the nights longer, there is still time to get out and about to meet with friends and acquaintances. Today's eNewsletter lists a … View more
Kia ora,

Daylight saving comes to an end on Sunday morning, so don’t forget to change your clocks back one hour. Even though the days are growing shorter and the nights longer, there is still time to get out and about to meet with friends and acquaintances. Today's eNewsletter lists a number of pop-up hubs for seniors throughout the Wellington Region with morning/afternoon tea or coffee or light lunch, where you can have a cuppa and a bit of a chin wag with old and new friends. See you there..

Read our latest newsletter here: dashboard.vega.works...

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594 days ago

Northland Mini Fair

Elizabeth from Northland

Kia ora whanau,
There will be a mini fair Saturday 1st April (tomorrow).
Great buys in plants, preserves, baking, morning tea, children clothes, vintage car rides, books and more!
EFTPOS available too!
You can find us outside St Anne's church, corner of Randwick road, Northland.
See … View more
Kia ora whanau,
There will be a mini fair Saturday 1st April (tomorrow).
Great buys in plants, preserves, baking, morning tea, children clothes, vintage car rides, books and more!
EFTPOS available too!
You can find us outside St Anne's church, corner of Randwick road, Northland.
See you there!!!!!

593 days ago

31/03/2023: Brooklyn lights -O/T/C intersection update from Fulton Hogan the WCC contractor

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Brooklyn lights update (31/03/2023) - O/T/C intersection Good morning. Here is the latest update from Fulton Hogan. Hang in there, the contractiors are nearly done ...

"Hi all,

Just an update on the intersection improvements which are finally drawing to a close. In between the rain this … View more
Brooklyn lights update (31/03/2023) - O/T/C intersection Good morning. Here is the latest update from Fulton Hogan. Hang in there, the contractiors are nearly done ...

"Hi all,

Just an update on the intersection improvements which are finally drawing to a close. In between the rain this week we managed to pour the new kerb and channel on the final corner outside the old wish skin spa building. With a clear run of weather and no other disruptions, this corner should be completed by the end of next week – Thursday 6 April. Until then, some of the pedestrian crossing will likely be closed until the light poles can be reinstated.

Then we’ll have to revisit the corner outside Salty Pidgin to install some sub-soil drainage that will help with the water issues. These were only decided upon after we’d initially completed that corner. We’ve also been requested to attend to some failures in the road while we’re there. These patches are right in the intersection and different to the ones further up Todman Street, which were finally remediated recently. We will do our best to keep the pedestrian crossing here open, but the patches are extremely close so it may not be possible from a safety perspective.

The final requirement for us and our sub-contractor is to install an overhanging traffic light pole and install some new line marking. Conversations are on-going as to whether the light pole installation takes place at night or can be done during the day, but it is scheduled to take place after the other remaining work. The vast majority of line marking will be done at night and will have little impact. However, please remember to drive carefully while everyone gets used to the new layout.

Our estimated new finish date is Friday 21 April. I’m sure you’re all eager to see us gone but I do have to advise that, following completion of the intersection, we will have a crew starting work at the top end of Todman Street, uphill from the kindergarten, and into Mitchell Street preparing for eventual road resurfacing sometime between October 2023 and April 2024.

Thanks,

Michael “Chewy” Chew | Programme and Delivery Manager | Fulton Hogan Ltd"

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593 days ago

Floating flowers

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create art using Resene paint and your own breath.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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594 days ago

Appy, ‘appy birthday.

Waitomo Group

It’s been 3 years since we’ve been fueling Kiwis with ‘appiness, and we’re giving you the gifts.

Fill up ‘appily before Monday and you’re in the draw to win your share of $1,000 Moolah. Woohoo!
Find out more

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594 days ago

THE GREAT KARORI EASTER EGG HUNT!

Sharon from Karori

​Karori Business Association, Karori Arts & Crafts Centre and Foxtail Events are bringing to you this Easter – THE GREAT KARORI EASTER EGG HUNT!

The Karori Arts & Crafts team have beautifully decorated large easter eggs, which will be hidden around the parks and reserves of Karori … View more
​Karori Business Association, Karori Arts & Crafts Centre and Foxtail Events are bringing to you this Easter – THE GREAT KARORI EASTER EGG HUNT!

The Karori Arts & Crafts team have beautifully decorated large easter eggs, which will be hidden around the parks and reserves of Karori for you to find.

Clues to the locations will be released on Thursday, 7 April and the great hunt will begin on Good Friday.

​The hunt will last all weekend until the end of day on Monday, 10 April so there is plenty of time to find all the eggs!

Once you have found all the hidden egg locations, fill in this form by clicking on the link below and go in the draw to win a $100 prize, kindly donated by the Karori Business Association.

​COMPETITION ENTRY ​FORM - forms.gle... (NB: form will open on Good Friday to load answers)​

This is a FREE event for all the family.

Take photos, have fun and enjoy finding new places to explore!

LINK TO FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE - fb.me...

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595 days ago

We’re lowering our fees – again!

Simplicity

As the nonprofit, low-fee KiwiSaver provider, our mission is to provide a better choice for Kiwis. We’re about making members wealthier, not lining shareholder pockets.

So we’ve just announced our 5th fee cut in 5 years. From 1 April, we’re lowering our total fund charge to 0.30% across … View more
As the nonprofit, low-fee KiwiSaver provider, our mission is to provide a better choice for Kiwis. We’re about making members wealthier, not lining shareholder pockets.

So we’ve just announced our 5th fee cut in 5 years. From 1 April, we’re lowering our total fund charge to 0.30% across our Conservative, Balanced and Growth KiwiSaver Funds and our diversified investment funds. Says Sam Stubbs, Simplicity MD: “Being a KiwiSaver manager involves huge economies of scale. Fee cuts in our industry should be frequent, but they aren’t.”

Simplicity believes in passing on the benefits of scale to our members – and we’re on track for further fee cuts in the future. Check out more details on our blog now!
Find out more

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597 days ago

Poll: Should we scrap daylight saving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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This Sunday we'll be putting our clocks back for the end of daylight saving. Despite the benefits of an extra hour of sun during daylight saving, these clock changes commonly bring disruptions to our households and sleep - some feel that it should be scrapped altogether. What do you think?

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

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Should we scrap daylight saving?
  • 32.5% Yes, scrap daylight savings
    32.5% Complete
  • 54.1% No, keep daylight savings
    54.1% Complete
  • 7% I don't mind either way
    7% Complete
  • 6.4% Keep daylight savings but change the dates
    6.4% Complete
6075 votes
595 days ago

Looking for a Grandie in Churton Park

Jo Hayes from GrandFriends NZ - Wellington Region

GrandFriends NZ is hunting for a very special Grandie in Churton Park - is this you? Or perhaps you know someone that would be keen.

Please get in touch on info@grandfriend.nz

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595 days ago

How Often Should You Clean Your Curtains?

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

The frequency of cleaning curtains largely depends on a few factors such as the material of the curtains, their location, and the level of dust and pollutants in the air. As a general rule, it is recommended to clean your curtains every 6-12 months. Here are some reasons why:

1. Dust and … View more
The frequency of cleaning curtains largely depends on a few factors such as the material of the curtains, their location, and the level of dust and pollutants in the air. As a general rule, it is recommended to clean your curtains every 6-12 months. Here are some reasons why:

1. Dust and allergens: Curtains can collect dust, dirt, and allergens over time. If you or anyone in your household suffers from allergies or asthma, it is especially important to clean your curtains regularly to prevent the accumulation of allergens that can trigger symptoms.
2. Stains and spills: Curtains can also become stained or soiled from spills, pet hair, or everyday use. Regular cleaning can help remove these stains and keep your curtains looking fresh and new.
3. Sun damage: Curtains can also become damaged over time from exposure to sunlight. Regular cleaning can help prevent sun damage and prolong the life of your curtains.
4. Odours: Curtains can also absorb odours from cooking, smoking, or pets. Regular cleaning can help eliminate these odours and keep your home smelling fresh.

However, curtains located in high-traffic areas, such as the living room or kitchen, may require more frequent cleaning, perhaps every three to six months. Curtains made of heavy fabrics, such as velvet or chenille, may also collect more dust and require more frequent cleaning.

In addition to regular cleaning, it is also recommended to vacuum your curtains regularly to remove dust and other particles. This can help to reduce the frequency of deep cleaning and extend the life of your curtains.

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595 days ago

Explore Wairarapa this Easter!

Denise Landow from Destination Wairarapa

Explore wildly charming Wairarapa for a fun-filled Easter adventure.

There's plenty on to see and do:
- Wairarapa Balloon Festival - a packed five-day Easter programme with mostly free events and a spectacular Night Glow on Saturday 8 April.

- Blackwell and Sons' National Tweed … View more
Explore wildly charming Wairarapa for a fun-filled Easter adventure.

There's plenty on to see and do:
- Wairarapa Balloon Festival - a packed five-day Easter programme with mostly free events and a spectacular Night Glow on Saturday 8 April.

- Blackwell and Sons' National Tweed Ride - dig out your finest tweed attire and cycle around Greytown's beautiful streets on Saturday afternoon, 8 April. It's a fabulous spectator sport as well.

- Molewood Orchard, Greytown. It's harvest season and you're welcome to bring a bag or bucket, and pick your own apples for only $2 per kg! Saturday 8 - Monday 10 April. Why not bring along a picnic lunch as well and make a day of it. Sunscreen, sturdy footwear and hats are good ideas too!

- Korero with Stan Walker at Carterton Events Centre - submit a question for Stan for his post-concert get together on Saturday 8 April.

- Easter Monday Chill Session at Gladstone Vineyard, Carterton. There will be live music, fine wines, fabulous Japanese cuisine on Monday 10 April, free entry from 11am.

This is just a snippet of Easter happenings in Wairarapa - plan your holiday here: www.wairarapanz.com......

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