Crofton Downs, Wellington

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1176 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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1177 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1180 days ago

Random acts of kindness

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. … View more
Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. Please tell us about any acts of kindness you have observed in your neighbourhood.

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1178 days ago

Dog Poop Bags

Dee from Khandallah

Whilst out walking my dog, I have noticed an increase in full poop bags on the side of the path. After a nights deliberation on cause I can only put it down to children walking the dogs right now - they pick up but don't hold onto the bags until they find a rubbish bin. PARENTS - please … View moreWhilst out walking my dog, I have noticed an increase in full poop bags on the side of the path. After a nights deliberation on cause I can only put it down to children walking the dogs right now - they pick up but don't hold onto the bags until they find a rubbish bin. PARENTS - please ensure your children are aware of what to do with the poop bags when they are walking the dog/s! Thank you!

1178 days ago

National Tradies Health Month

Jeff from Crofton Downs

Hi All,

Just wanted to do a quick post about Tradies. Mental and Physical health concerns are often overlooked by Tradies, so get behind your local tradies this month and reach out to someone you know! Especially during lockdown as some tradies are carrying out Essential services too.

Healthy … View more
Hi All,

Just wanted to do a quick post about Tradies. Mental and Physical health concerns are often overlooked by Tradies, so get behind your local tradies this month and reach out to someone you know! Especially during lockdown as some tradies are carrying out Essential services too.

Healthy individuals make for healthy communities!

#mentalhealth #tradieshealth #tradies #wellington #plumbing #bathroomrenos #gas #heating #drainage #roofing

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1177 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1178 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Wellington – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1179 days ago

Celebrating your birthday in lockdown

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean​ set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel​ and big sister Avah​ she… View more
Lockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean​ set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel​ and big sister Avah​ she quickly realised this one was extra special.
Within minutes the 4-year-old spotted a collection of balloons tied to a gate – and the shocked girl was told by her mum they were for her birthday.
It is lovely to see neighbours pitching in to help the youngster. If you have a birthday or a especial anniversary (wedding, 21st etc), have you thought about how you are going to celebrate it?

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1179 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1179 days ago

Update on library services

Fiona from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Kia ora, Wellington libraries are closed temporarily to support efforts in reducing the spread of Coronavirus.

If you have any library items on loan, their due dates have been extended automatically to at least Tuesday 28 September. Please keep them at home while our libraries are shut.

If you … View more
Kia ora, Wellington libraries are closed temporarily to support efforts in reducing the spread of Coronavirus.

If you have any library items on loan, their due dates have been extended automatically to at least Tuesday 28 September. Please keep them at home while our libraries are shut.

If you have reserved items ready for pickup, they will be held until one week after libraries reopen.

While we are closed, library members can access a range of online resources in our eLibrary - including storytimes, eBooks, magazines, movies, and online courses.

If you have any questions, please contact Wellington City Libraries by email (enquiries@wcl.govt.nz), calling 04 801 4040 during office hours or message us on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

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1179 days ago

News and Information from Age Concern Wellington Region

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

As you probably know, alert Level 4 has been extended. New Zealand will continue at Alert Level 4 until Friday 27 August 2021 at 11.59pm, with a review on the same day. Auckland will remain at Alert Level 4 until 11.59pm Tuesday 31 August 2021. This will be reviewed on Monday 30 August 2021.

On … View more
As you probably know, alert Level 4 has been extended. New Zealand will continue at Alert Level 4 until Friday 27 August 2021 at 11.59pm, with a review on the same day. Auckland will remain at Alert Level 4 until 11.59pm Tuesday 31 August 2021. This will be reviewed on Monday 30 August 2021.

On the bright side, the Tuis are busy in our gardens and Spring is around the corner! We have lots of information and a little entertainment in our eNewsletter - please click on the link below...
mailchi.mp...

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1180 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1179 days ago

Picture perfect

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington photographer Simon Woolf is posting a picture every day of a flower from his garden
"Fragrant and pretty, Earlicheer, is today's Daily Daffodil (Yes it is part of the Narcissus Family!)."
Please post a picture of your garden and any early spring flowers you have.

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1179 days ago

Frontline heroes: Paramedics aren't standoffish, they're just distancing

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View more
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?

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1180 days ago

Lets clean up the neighbourhood!

Kerryn from Kaiwharawhara

Hi Neighbours,
I hope you're all managing ok and looking after yourselves and family. Its been great to see so many people out and about around the neighbourhood enjoying some fresh air.
Please consider taking some gloves and a bag with you when you go out and pick up any rubbish that may be … View more
Hi Neighbours,
I hope you're all managing ok and looking after yourselves and family. Its been great to see so many people out and about around the neighbourhood enjoying some fresh air.
Please consider taking some gloves and a bag with you when you go out and pick up any rubbish that may be around.
Unfortunately I have come across quite a bit of rubbish almost every time I head out the house. Lets all try to do our bit to leave our landscape nicer than how we found it :)

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