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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2036 days ago

"Be Prepared"?

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

How do you feel about speaking "off the cuff"? In my opinion, it's one of the things about Toastmasters that can take the most time to master - but it's also the most widely applicable skill. Interviews, meetings and even everyday conversation all call for impromptu speaking … View moreHow do you feel about speaking "off the cuff"? In my opinion, it's one of the things about Toastmasters that can take the most time to master - but it's also the most widely applicable skill. Interviews, meetings and even everyday conversation all call for impromptu speaking skills.

Having to gather your thoughts quickly is one of the biggest challenges about Table Topics. Here are a few tips for next time, from "Saro's Corner".

2036 days ago

Personal experienced healthcare provider

John from Mount Cook

Hello,
My name is John
I am an experienced healthcare worker working ccdhb
I am now offering personalized at home care either on a daily basis or pleased to discuss visits for showering meals or just to get you up and running for the day
I am a registered health care worker nzno
022 479 2598 … View more
Hello,
My name is John
I am an experienced healthcare worker working ccdhb
I am now offering personalized at home care either on a daily basis or pleased to discuss visits for showering meals or just to get you up and running for the day
I am a registered health care worker nzno
022 479 2598 friendly dedicated service with a smile 🤗🍒

J
2040 days ago

Apology

John from Karori

To the bloke who was riding his bike along Curtis Street when I turned right from Old Karori Road without seeing you... you didn't want to accept my apology at the time, and you probably won't want to accept it now, but here goes: I gave you an awful fright and I am so sorry. I simply … View moreTo the bloke who was riding his bike along Curtis Street when I turned right from Old Karori Road without seeing you... you didn't want to accept my apology at the time, and you probably won't want to accept it now, but here goes: I gave you an awful fright and I am so sorry. I simply didn't see you. The only thing I can do is to promise that I will do better. I hope I haven't put you off cycling: I've nearly put myself off driving.

2043 days ago

Kereru

Ingrid from Brooklyn

Nice to see a Kereru in our garden in Brooklyn yesterday. Haven't seen one before in the Brooklyn area.

2037 days ago

Could you write a speech in 30 minutes?

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

With the low temperatures in Wellington last weekend, it was a good time to be inside working on my 7th speech from the "Competent Communicator Manual". The project is focused on researching a topic. I'm really interested in the topic I've picked, and I like researching - but as… View moreWith the low temperatures in Wellington last weekend, it was a good time to be inside working on my 7th speech from the "Competent Communicator Manual". The project is focused on researching a topic. I'm really interested in the topic I've picked, and I like researching - but as usual, it's taking me a while.

Allison Shapira of Global Public Speaking says you can write a speech in half an hour - what's your experience?

2038 days ago

Monarch Butterfly Plant - swan Plant seeds

Tara from Island Bay

25 seeds for $1. Give us a text or call. The kids are raising money for a trip 😄😄 0273860253.

Negotiable

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2038 days ago

Country Road size 10 denim skirt

Sandy from Roseneath

Lovely skirt, excellent condition, barely worn. Selling only as doesn’t fit me well.

Price: $19

2038 days ago

A creative idea for you and the kids...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from … View more
Create hours of fun for children with some off-cuts of timber and Resene Blackboard Paint or Resene Chalkboard Paint. Once dry your children or grandchildren can draw all over the buildings to create their own looks.

Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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