Crofton Downs, Wellington

1517 days ago

Can you help us find New Zealand's 2020 Gardener of the year?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.

Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have … View more
Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.

Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used their gardening skills to help other people.

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them here now!
Nominate Now

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1517 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - Tours this Sunday

Julia from Northland

We’re offering our ever-popular tours on Sunday 2nd August @ 10.30am and 1.00pm.

10.30am. Murder & Mayhem. This popular tour visits the graves of a number of people associated with murder and its aftermath - lawyers, victims - as well as plots of families who faced mayhem from accidental … View more
We’re offering our ever-popular tours on Sunday 2nd August @ 10.30am and 1.00pm.

10.30am. Murder & Mayhem. This popular tour visits the graves of a number of people associated with murder and its aftermath - lawyers, victims - as well as plots of families who faced mayhem from accidental death – drowning, guncotton explosion, falling into the hold of a ship, for e.g.

1.00pm. Heroines & Housewives. During this themed tour you will encounter not only Aunt Daisy but also suffragists, educationalists, reformers and artists, as well as a few ordinary women who had extraordinary things happen in their lives.

Both tours are 1.5 hours duration, easy walking, good dogs on leads welcome. $10 per person (under 12-year olds free). Booking essential by email to friendsofkaroricemeterytours@gmail.com

Tours are weather dependent – information about meeting place, cancellation arrangements etc. will be sent on booking.

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1539 days ago

Fermentation Workshop in Karori

Inma from Karori

If you love fermented foods and you are looking for effective ways to improve your gut health, then this workshop is definitely for you.

Join me on the 15th August at the Karori Community Centre to learn about fermentation and how to make these wonder foods. There's only a few spaces left!
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If you love fermented foods and you are looking for effective ways to improve your gut health, then this workshop is definitely for you.

Join me on the 15th August at the Karori Community Centre to learn about fermentation and how to make these wonder foods. There's only a few spaces left!

Full details and bookings here -> bestkepthealth.co...

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1518 days ago

Seniors in the Wellington Region

Lorna Harvey from

For up to date information, encouragement and entertainment for seniors in the Wellington Region, please sign-up to Age Concern Wellington's e-newsletter: www.acwellington.org.nz...

1518 days ago

This week’s AMI Kind Neighbours are Grant and Annette, nominated by Olga Reid from Stoke.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View more
Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.

“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”

1519 days ago

Marsden School - Open Morning 14 August 2020

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Marsden School, Inspiring Girls! Education tailored to girls’ needs, with wellbeing integrated across all year levels. Feel free to pop along to see our green, spacious campus and school in action on Friday 14 August. Check out the Open Morning video here: youtu.be... Hear Principal Narelle … View moreMarsden School, Inspiring Girls! Education tailored to girls’ needs, with wellbeing integrated across all year levels. Feel free to pop along to see our green, spacious campus and school in action on Friday 14 August. Check out the Open Morning video here: youtu.be... Hear Principal Narelle Umbers speak at 9am and tour any time between 9.15am and 12pm.

1519 days ago

Back to school

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

As we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their … View more
As we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their confidence.
We have no-cost, no-obligation evaluations available every day. Give us a call today - we would love to help!

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1520 days ago

Marsden Māori & Pasifika and Sports Scholarships closing soon

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Applications for Marsden School Māori & Pasifika Scholarships (Girls Years 7-13) for entry in 2021 close this Friday 31 July, and Sports Scholarships (Years 10-13) for entry in 2021 close 21 August. Please apply online.

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1520 days ago

The Complete Confidence Program

Judith from

It's here again! Starting at the beginning of August we are running the Complete Confidence Program. Specialised help for families of picky eaters.

It's my way of making advice affordable and manageable for all.

If every day is a food struggle, or you've long since given up … View more
It's here again! Starting at the beginning of August we are running the Complete Confidence Program. Specialised help for families of picky eaters.

It's my way of making advice affordable and manageable for all.

If every day is a food struggle, or you've long since given up trying to make changes because it is too hard or too upsetting, then this is the program for you.

1. The commitment is only to 15-30 minutes a week. Yes, that's it. Even in a crazy schedule it's not even a full episode of your favourite TV show.

2. There will be many parts of the program that are suitable for all families, even those where issues are very extreme, or you have the world’s most food-stubborn child (I meet a LOT of those). It will be helpful whatever your situation.

3. The program is tiny, bite-sized actions that will slot into family routines. Very little additional energy required!

4. If you’ve tried everything and nothing works: I get that, and it’s true for many of the families we work with, and yet we can still make progress.

5. Most of what we do will not be difficult for anyone and much of what we do will be a positive for your child. I know this from running programs every week. Children love a lot of the strategies we put into place. Rather than thinking of it as a big change, think of it as new, fun ways to approach things.

6. This is truly the BEST deal you will ever get. $ 12.00 per week is a very small amount to help resolve such a huge stress. You will also “get that money back” very quickly once you have a child eating more confidently.

7. I think it’s useful to reflect on how long eating has been a challenge. If it’s been more than a year, I would say the time is definitely now 😊

8. If you don’t feel it’s a fit for your family you can drop out at any time. The commitment is only from month to month. Very little to lose and very much to gain!!

As I know what will be in the program, I also know how valuable it is and how much you can gain from it. If you have questions, feel free to pm me.

If you’re sitting on the fence, honestly, don’t. Take the risk!

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1520 days ago

Raw Honey on Tap in Porirua

Hive World NZ

Hive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey

Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It … View more
Hive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey

Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It contains all the health-enriching enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that bees store in natures original sweetener.

Explore our growing range of bee products as well as everything you need to keep your own bees, right here in Porirua.
Find out more

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1523 days ago

Water in Petrol

John from Wilton

Water in Petrol – Hi I filled my car up with ZX Premium petrol at Z Petone at 10:34 on Sunday night.
By Wednesday morning my fears were confirmed, that something was not right, when I rang Simon at Brendon Motors (Karori) Ltd and he advised that the reason my car was not performing as it had … View more
Water in Petrol – Hi I filled my car up with ZX Premium petrol at Z Petone at 10:34 on Sunday night.
By Wednesday morning my fears were confirmed, that something was not right, when I rang Simon at Brendon Motors (Karori) Ltd and he advised that the reason my car was not performing as it had been prior to my filling up, was that there would be water in the petrol. He said that is was a fairly common problem. It is something I have never struck before in nearly 60 years of driving. Shades of – “Your turn will come”. Maybe time to buy a LOTO ticket!
To fixed the problem Simon said “the old way was to put some “meths” in the tank but that could damage the seals. I could put a fuel cleaner into the tank, but results could be uncertain. The most satisfactory way was to have the tank removed, cleaned out, re-installed, and fresh (hopefully uncontaminated) petrol put in the tank. Cost could be in the order of $400+”
I have filed a complaint with Z and had an email from it’s Group Product Quality Technical Advisor.
I have been advised that they will look into the problem but it could take “14 days to complete the investigation.” which is very frustrating when Simon is advising not to use the car with that petrol in it.
Z Petone advised its’ tanks were filled on Sunday. If there is anyone out there who, from last Sunday on, purchased ZX Premium at Z Petone, and have noticed a drop off in the performance of their vehicle, most noticeable when going uphill, then please complain to Z and contact me because the more people that complain to Z, the less likely they can fob us off. If you know of anyone who may buy petrol from Z Petone then please share this post with them.
Thanks for any help you can give.

1520 days ago

Pop-Up Native Plant Sale

Toni from Khandallah

The Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust have partnered with plant nursery, Feathers & Flora, in hosting the Pop-up Native Plant sale, on Sunday 2nd August.
Where:
Crofton Downs School Hall
21 Chartwell Drive
Crofton Downs

Horticulturists, Warren Kerruish and Richard Nanson, alongside … View more
The Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust have partnered with plant nursery, Feathers & Flora, in hosting the Pop-up Native Plant sale, on Sunday 2nd August.
Where:
Crofton Downs School Hall
21 Chartwell Drive
Crofton Downs

Horticulturists, Warren Kerruish and Richard Nanson, alongside landscaper, Charlotte Le Clair will be on-site providing expert advice... so bring photos of your garden to share!

Just to mix things up, there will also be a large selection of young grafted apple trees for sale.

There will be coffee & food, activities for the kids and a chance to meet a few of our resident feathered friends.

All proceeds from this event will go towards the ongoing care of the injured and abandoned native and non-native birds that come in for care at the WBRT. www.wbrt.org.nz...

There will be something for everyone!

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1520 days ago

Gardening services

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

My name is Ian and iam your local garden maintenance provider.Garden clean ups, rental property maintenance and all your gardening needs, look no further than our independent, local, family owned and operated business. Natures Choice Maintenance and Lawn Pride ourselves on our ability to provide a … View moreMy name is Ian and iam your local garden maintenance provider.Garden clean ups, rental property maintenance and all your gardening needs, look no further than our independent, local, family owned and operated business. Natures Choice Maintenance and Lawn Pride ourselves on our ability to provide a full range of gardening services. Whether you are looking for commercial or residential service, one off or ongoing maintenance, our team will put in the hard work to assist you. Our clients are always satisfied with our service. Take a look at our many genuine Facebook reviews to find out about our customer’s experiences. We guarantee that you will have 100% satisfaction with our service and offer a guaranteed response to your FREE quote.
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The better the bank balance will look!
Call me on 0272430951 or visit our web site on www.natureschoice.co.nz.........
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