Crofton Downs, Wellington

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646 days ago

Toy Library

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 18 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!

647 days ago

Saint Patrick's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

17 March is Saint Patrick’s Day. It is the day when Irish communities around the world celebrate their culture with music, dancing, parades, and traditional food and drinks.

May the luck of the Irish be with you! Enjoy your day!

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647 days ago

Nominate your household hero to WIN $350!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS… View more
Costs are high making 2023 a tough year already! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?
NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Nominate your household Hero by clicking the button below and be in to WIN $350!
Offer ENDS 31st March 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you!

NZ Compare can help, CLICK HERE TO COMPARE!
Nominate your hero!

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647 days ago

Card table wanted

Myra from Ngaio

Does anyone out there have a card table for sale????

647 days ago

cubadupa market

Sharon from Karori

New Zealand’s most creative and diverse festival is back for 2023, and Foxtail Events are super excited to be partnering with the team at CubaDupa to bring this fantastic market to you!

Come celebrate the vibrancy, diversity and creative spirit of Wellington this March - open the portal and … View more
New Zealand’s most creative and diverse festival is back for 2023, and Foxtail Events are super excited to be partnering with the team at CubaDupa to bring this fantastic market to you!

Come celebrate the vibrancy, diversity and creative spirit of Wellington this March - open the portal and dive into another world of talented artists and crafters at this fabulous event.

This family friendly market will be located in Marion Street from 11am – 6pm on Sunday, 26 March 2023.

Not only will there be a selection of art, craft and food, but you will also be able to listen to the sweet sound of buskers…. and if you venture over to Cuba and the surrounding streets, you can immerse yourself in the entertainment and music on the big stages.

So much for everyone to see and do!

We are still accepting applications for his market, so if you wish to apply, please fill in the form here - forms.gle...

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE - fb.me...

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647 days ago

Vintage Dutch “Hindeloopen” hand painted wall clock.

Julie from Karori

This clock, which I guess dates from the fifties, always worked perfectly until I hung it in another room. It needs to be completely level and as my walls are old kauri sarking that seems to be hard to achieve. It may also need a bit of a clean. The clock is hand painted which originated in a Dutch… View moreThis clock, which I guess dates from the fifties, always worked perfectly until I hung it in another room. It needs to be completely level and as my walls are old kauri sarking that seems to be hard to achieve. It may also need a bit of a clean. The clock is hand painted which originated in a Dutch village called Hindeloopen. It works by pulling up the brass weights . That is why the clock should be positioned fairly high on the wall. If you want to make an offer , please PM or TEXT me on 0272484333 ( I don’t expect a large amount of money)😂

Negotiable

650 days ago

Are class sizes too big these days?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Primary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however … View more
Primary, secondary and kindergarten teachers are striking this week as they look for a pay offer that meets inflation at 7.2% and makes concessions around staffing issues - in particular, student to teacher ratios.

A ratio of 1 teacher for 23 students applies for year 11 students, however support staff can be counted as teachers so the reality is that class sizes can be much higher.
What do you think are the ideal sizes for classrooms?

Type NFP alongside your comments if you don't wish these to be shared in the We Say You Say column of the local paper.

648 days ago

Poll: How much is your monthly POWER bill?

The Team from NZ Compare

We can see you're paying a lot for your broadband each month (we'll have some helpful advice on that soon)! Now let's shine the spot light on Power! The other BIG bill Kiwis are juggling.

We know usage can fluctuate quite a bit meaning so would your bill but to keep it simple, … View more
We can see you're paying a lot for your broadband each month (we'll have some helpful advice on that soon)! Now let's shine the spot light on Power! The other BIG bill Kiwis are juggling.

We know usage can fluctuate quite a bit meaning so would your bill but to keep it simple, how much does your power bill usually come to?

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How much is your monthly POWER bill?
  • 63.3% Under $200
    63.3% Complete
  • 25.8% Between $200-$300
    25.8% Complete
  • 7% Between $300-$400
    7% Complete
  • 3.9% Over $400
    3.9% Complete
1124 votes
649 days ago

Don't forget to nominate a small business...

Prospa

Know the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?

Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

There's been hundreds of … View more
Know the friendliest barista around? Does your mechanic always go the extra mile? Got a lawn-mowing legend? Hairdresser hero?

Give your favourite local business the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

There's been hundreds of incredible entries already but don't forget to nominate your local this week. The recognition will make their day (and they're in with a chance to win a $10,000 package!).

Share a few words about your favourite local now.
Nomiante now

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649 days ago

Your home, your safe haven

The Team from

Your home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.

We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for … View more
Your home is your sanctuary, and that’s why Ryman villages are designed to be safe havens.

We’ve prepared for adverse events, so you don’t have to.

Your safety and your family’s peace of mind are our priority. Every Ryman village has staff available 24/7 and backup generators for emergencies. If something happens, you’re in safe hands.

We’ll take care of everything and make sure that you have what you need.

If you or a loved one are over 70, Ryman has a range of options from emergency accommodation through to townhouses or apartments available to purchase.
Learn More

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650 days ago

Pi Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Pi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… … View morePi Day is on March 14, and any day that combines fun, education, and pie is a day worth celebrating! Pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” is a constant value used in math that represents the ratio of a circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is just about 3.14….15…9265359… (and so on). Not only that, but the fourteenth of March is also Albert Einstein’s birthday, so all together it’s nothing short of a mathematician’s delight.

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650 days ago

Kintsugi Workshops Wellington Saturday 25th March

Alina from Khandallah

Kintsugi Workshops in Wellington - Saturday, 25th March Whirinaki Whare Taonga

After two SOLD OUT workshops in Wellington here is the next one. There are 4 spots left for the Kintsugi Workshops in Wellington – Don’t miss out!

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with Artist Ema Frost in … View more
Kintsugi Workshops in Wellington - Saturday, 25th March Whirinaki Whare Taonga

After two SOLD OUT workshops in Wellington here is the next one. There are 4 spots left for the Kintsugi Workshops in Wellington – Don’t miss out!

Learn the magical art of Kintsugi with Artist Ema Frost in this new Workshop. You can bring along a piece of your own pottery to restore in this beautiful style. (I'll also have a few as back up if you don't have your own piece) (All Levels)

I'm sure there's a few of you out there that have been saving a broken piece not knowing quite what to do with it, and if not I have plenty of back. So just bring yourselves and have some fun. Perfect mother and daughter activity or bring a friend and create something magical.

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650 days ago

Ngaio Village Market

Sharon from Karori

Foxtail Events invites you to come along to the Ngaio Village Market on Sunday, 2 April 2023 at the newly refurbished Ngaio Town Hall.

This gorgeous little craft market will be open from 10am – 3pm and have a stunning selection of locally made products including:

• Plants, fresh flowers … View more
Foxtail Events invites you to come along to the Ngaio Village Market on Sunday, 2 April 2023 at the newly refurbished Ngaio Town Hall.

This gorgeous little craft market will be open from 10am – 3pm and have a stunning selection of locally made products including:

• Plants, fresh flowers & seedlings
• Jewellery
• Clothing, bags and accessories
• Crochet & knitted toys
• Scented Candles
• Homewares & soft furnishings
• Children & baby items
• Skincare & soaps
• Gifts & Treasures
• Crystals
• Wooden Products
• Ceramics & pottery
• Pet accessories
• Carvings & sculptures
• Wool products
• Much much more!

A coffee cart, food trucks and fresh artisan bakery items will provide a selection of the delicious food and drink to enjoy while you peruse the various treasures and beautiful items for sale.

Each stall will have either cash or eftpos facilities available, however it is best to bring cash to the market too.

Invite a friend or 2 and have a great day out at this fantastic community event.

To apply for a stall, please fill in the application form here - forms.gle...

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE - fb.me...

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653 days ago

Poll: How much is your monthly BROADBAND bill?

The Team from NZ Compare

Internet is something we need these days for work, study, keeping in touch with loved ones or just to watch a movie! It's another bill to manage right?!

With the cost of living rising, we want to know how much your broadband bill is setting you back each month?

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How much is your monthly BROADBAND bill?
  • 28.1% Under $75
    28.1% Complete
  • 27.6% Between $75-$85
    27.6% Complete
  • 44.3% Over $85
    44.3% Complete
1593 votes
651 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for jerusalem artichokes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ … View moreEvery month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive jerusalem artichoke recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.

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