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2249 days ago

Earthquake-prone priority buildings

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We’re looking at priority buildings for earthquake resilience work so we've identified some high traffic and emergency traffic routes where earthquake-prone buildings might be a risk to public safety. Share your feedback via our online survey and tell us if you think the proposed routes are … View moreWe’re looking at priority buildings for earthquake resilience work so we've identified some high traffic and emergency traffic routes where earthquake-prone buildings might be a risk to public safety. Share your feedback via our online survey and tell us if you think the proposed routes are right.

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2249 days ago

Not everything has to cost!

The Team from CAB Wellington

In August the Vinnies who held a pop-up free shop in Newtown are planning to run more in different locations from 17th -19th November. They will have women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, shoes, toys, and home ware available. Everything comes from Vinnies Op Shops, community donations and … View moreIn August the Vinnies who held a pop-up free shop in Newtown are planning to run more in different locations from 17th -19th November. They will have women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, shoes, toys, and home ware available. Everything comes from Vinnies Op Shops, community donations and the generosity of Kiwi Community Assistance.

Pop-up Free Shops:
• Newtown. Sat 17 Nov 10am – 4pm Old Caltex Space, 230 Riddiford Street. (A free community lunch will also be held)
• Lower Hutt. Sat 17 Nov 10am – 4pm Sacred Heart Hall, 33 Britannia Street.
• Stokes Valley. Sat 17 Nov 10am – 4pm Vinnies Op Shop, 3 Scott Court.
• Wainuiomata. Sat 17 Nov 10am – 4pm 2 Stanley Street
• Porirua. Mon 19 Nov 10am – 2:30pm Mungavin Hall, 27a Mungavin Avenue

If you want to know more about free stuff in Wellington pop into your local CAB.

www.cab.org.nz...

Free

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2257 days ago

What are your thoughts on midwives striking?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.

Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of… View more
Hi neighbours,

Are you a striking midwife? More than 1100 District Health Board-employed (DHB) midwives have voted to strike, becoming the latest group to take industrial action since the Labour administration came into power. To read more, click here.

Midwives would give notice from Wednesday of two-hour work stoppages every day on every shift over a two-week period, starting Thursday, November 22.

So what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think our midwives should be paid more? How will you be affected by the strike action? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below!
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2249 days ago

Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival

Mary Potter Hospice

Pre-order now for Wednesday 21 November! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 21 November, Midland Park, Lambton Quay from 9am-4pm.

Get a group of five or more and pre-order strawberry and ice cream… View more
Pre-order now for Wednesday 21 November! Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 21 November, Midland Park, Lambton Quay from 9am-4pm.

Get a group of five or more and pre-order strawberry and ice cream sundaes for $6 each on our website before Tuesday 20 November at 5pm, and beat the queues! You can collect your order from Midland Park or we can deliver for FREE within the Wellington CBD on the day between 10am – 3pm. Thanks to DeliverEasy for making this happen!

Find out more on our website marypotter.org.nz/events/pre-order-sundaes
Pre-order yours here!

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2249 days ago

Clothing Pre-sale - this Friday 6pm-9pm at Owhiro Bay School Hall

Amie from Owhiro Bay

Heaps of amazing clothes. Most items $2 with designer clothes priced at $5 and $10. Babies, childrens, womens and mens clothing. Come along and grab a bargain :) Please a free glass of bubbly on entry!

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2249 days ago

Vinyasa yoga - Brooklyn Community Center (Yoga with Jenn) - Saturday 10.30 am (60 mins)

Jenn from Brooklyn

Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be leading a yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center this Saturday morning @ 10.30 am. This will be a gentle, but strong practice and guaranteed to get you moving.

Classes will continue Saturday mornings for the following dates as listed … View more
Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be leading a yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center this Saturday morning @ 10.30 am. This will be a gentle, but strong practice and guaranteed to get you moving.

Classes will continue Saturday mornings for the following dates as listed below:

17 and 24 November 2018
1, 15 and 22 December 2018
(no class 8 December 2018 - Brooklyn Community Market; Option to have a yoga class outside depending on the weather)

(Classes will continue on a regular basis with the exception of holidays).

2019 Schedule to be confirmed.

Parking available in the community center car park.

(Just a gentle note, I will be teaching a class at Aro Valley Community Center on Saturday 17 November at 9 am).

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me directly. Updates will also be listed on face book (Blue Ocean Yoga).

All levels welcome, $5 drop in. Please bring your mat!

Look forward to seeing you there.

Kind regards
Jenn

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2249 days ago

#FoodrecallNZ

Pat from Karori

Serious Foods Co Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Serious Popcorn brand Coconut and Vanilla popcorn and Popping Corn due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten). People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume these products.

2250 days ago

Swan Lane/Garett Street Project

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Do you live, work or regularly walk through Swan Lane and/or Garret St? We want to understand how people use this space and the opportunities this area offers. We’d love to hear your views so have your say online before 28 Nov 2018.

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2250 days ago

GARAGE SALE

Kirihika from Island Bay

GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY THE 17TH OF NOVEMBER
46a RHINE ST ISLAND BAY

Come along this Saturday!

We will have
Household items … View more
GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY THE 17TH OF NOVEMBER
46a RHINE ST ISLAND BAY

Come along this Saturday!

We will have
Household items
Indian clothing (lots of it)
Dishes
Fridge/freezer
Mattress
Clothing
Nic nacs
Shoes

2250 days ago

Medium sized rocks - Free

Cameron from Island Bay

Medium sized rocks coming from an old garden.

Free, collect from Witham St, Island Bay.

Take some or all of them. Picture shows approx a third of the rocks.

Negotiable

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