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1565 days ago

Bell's Track Working group.

Des from Ngaio

Kia Ora,
This Sunday 2nd August we will be having our monthly working bee and hoping to get the last of our trees in.
Meeting at 10.30am end of Awarua Street 10.30 am.
garden gloves important for weeding and if you have a grubber would help to dig holes.
Attached is our latest update.
Ka Kite Ano
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Kia Ora,
This Sunday 2nd August we will be having our monthly working bee and hoping to get the last of our trees in.
Meeting at 10.30am end of Awarua Street 10.30 am.
garden gloves important for weeding and if you have a grubber would help to dig holes.
Attached is our latest update.
Ka Kite Ano
Des

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1565 days ago

More Free events at the National Library August 2020

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

ALL EVENTS ARE CANCELLED: Please see our website for more information:
Alexander Turnbull Library Reading Rooms are open
The Reading Rooms are open.
• Library staff will only be able to offer research support where a 2-meter safe distance can be maintained.
• We may need to refuse entry to the … View more
ALL EVENTS ARE CANCELLED: Please see our website for more information:
Alexander Turnbull Library Reading Rooms are open
The Reading Rooms are open.
• Library staff will only be able to offer research support where a 2-meter safe distance can be maintained.
• We may need to refuse entry to the Reading Rooms where safe capacity has been reached.

He Tohu closed
The He Tohu exhibition is closed this week (including Saturday) and all scheduled bookings have been cancelled.

What you need to know for your Wellington visit
• Opening hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm | Sat 9am to 1pm.
• Use the main entrance on Molesworth Street to enter and exit the building.
• We will register you when you arrive.
• He Tohu is closed.
• The ground floor foyer is open.
• The Retail Store is open.
• HOME Café is open.
• He Matapihi Molesworth Library is open.

Free events at the National Library during early August. Most events are in or very near the foyer, and free. You can find more information on our website: natlib.govt.nz National Library corner of Molesworth and Aitken Streets Thorndon Wellington.


Date: Tuesday 18 August | Time: 12:10pm to 1pm | Cost: Free | Venue: Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
Exploring the National Library online
Want to know more about the Family History collections in the Alexander Turnbull Library? Joan McCracken will share the richness of the online offering for Family Historians.

Date: Tuesday 18 August | Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm | Cost: Free | Venue: Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor
Pacific Virtual Museum pilot project update and ARANZ AGM
ARANZ Archives & Records Association New Zealand
Join us for an update on the Pacific Virtual Museum pilot project, to accompany the ARANZ Wellington Branch Annual General Meeting. The Pacific Virtual Museum pilot will produce an online portal that provides an easy single access point to digitised Pacific heritage items around the world. This pilot is funded by the Australian government and implemented by Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa. ARANZ is an incorporated society, with the aim of promoting the understanding and importance of records and archives in New Zealand.

Date: Thursday 20 August | Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm | Cost: Free | Venue: Taiwhanga kauhau Auditorium Lower Ground Floor
Global citizenship education ideas exchange
Be inspired, reflect, and learn with the New Zealand National Commission for UNESCO as they hold a panel discussion on Global Citizenship Education.

Date: Saturday 22 August | Time: 10am to 12:45pm | Cost: Free | Venue: Alexander Turnbull Library level one
Finding your way: researching your family history
Are you starting your family history research? Or are you an experienced researcher who would like some extra help? As part of Family History Month 2020 you are invited to the National Library for an introduction to family history resources from staff, supported by members of the Wellington branches of the NZ Society of Genealogists.

Date: Thursday 27 August | Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm | Cost: Koha from non members appreciated | Venue: Taiwhanga kauhau Auditorium Lower Ground Floor
“Five years and 359 days with the 2nd NZ Division”
Friends of the Turnbull Library
Elizabeth Kay began researching the story of her father, Sir Edward Norman, and 25 Battalion after attending some of the battalion’s final gatherings. Reading Eddie’s war-time letters to her mother, Margaret, Elizabeth recognised a human story that needed to be told.

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1565 days ago

Everyone Out Event THIS SUNDAY!

Rachel from Wadestown

Kia ora neighbours,

I'm running the first Everyone Out Event for 2020 this Sunday!

FREE FAMILY FUN!!! Suitable for all ages.

Get your free team ticket at www.eventfinda.co.nz...

See you in the sunshine on Sunday.

1565 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💞

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, build a free community library for your street, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

This month’s theme also coincides with Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is coming up on September 1st.

Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

1565 days ago

Are you getting our free gardening tips every week?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.

Meet some gardening … View more
Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.

Meet some gardening superheroes and nominate a greenfingered good sort to be the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for copies of NZ House & Garden’s August issue.

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1565 days ago

Omega 3 for Optimal Health

Clinical Nutritionist from livingcure.co.nz

Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are essential nutrients (they must be obtained from food as the body cannot make them). They are required for normal physiological functions in our bodies and are a component of all cell membranes. The PUFAs are: linoleic acid (LA) - Omega 6 (O6) and … View morePolyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are essential nutrients (they must be obtained from food as the body cannot make them). They are required for normal physiological functions in our bodies and are a component of all cell membranes. The PUFAs are: linoleic acid (LA) - Omega 6 (O6) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) - Omega 3 (O3). Read about why they are so beneficial to health and how to increase your daily intake of Omega 3.

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1566 days ago

Pet sitter available

Melanie from Karori

Hi everyone, my name is Kyra. I love animals and have a cat, dog and bunny of my own. I would love to help out others who need pet sitting or dog walking services in the Karori and surrounding areas. I am reliable, responsible, caring and very good with animals. I am 16 yo, student, and have … View moreHi everyone, my name is Kyra. I love animals and have a cat, dog and bunny of my own. I would love to help out others who need pet sitting or dog walking services in the Karori and surrounding areas. I am reliable, responsible, caring and very good with animals. I am 16 yo, student, and have transport. Please pm me (This is my mum’s account) if you would like my help caring for your beloved pets.

1566 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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1566 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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1587 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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1566 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...

1567 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.”

1567 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.

1567 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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