Crofton Downs, Wellington

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2201 days ago

#FoodrecallNZ

Pat from Karori

Raizada Foods Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its Raizada brand products - spice mixes, curry paste, and breads. The affected products are labelled as gluten free, however at this time the claim has not been substantiated www.mpi.govt.nz... may contain: food

2201 days ago

Poll: Should babies be allowed in cafes and restaurants?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

While Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."

She wrote in her … View more
While Jill Murphy was sitting at a cafe down with her partner and two-year-old daughter, a woman at the next table sighed loudly and said in a dismayed tone: "People want to go out and enjoy their food, you know. They don't want to have to put up with children."

She wrote in her opinion piece that she felt guilty for ruining everyone's lunch. To read more about her experience, click here.

So we want to know your views on young children in cafes and restaurants. Take part in our poll below! If you've got a view on this topic, share it with us in Stuff Nation.

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Should babies be allowed in cafes and restaurants?
  • 63.6% Yes
    63.6% Complete
  • 15% No
    15% Complete
  • 21.4% I think cafes should be more child friendly
    21.4% Complete
3628 votes
2201 days ago

Karori Town Centre: Public Space Improvement Project

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We’ve developed four concept designs to improve public space in Karori’s town centre and we want your feedback. You can check out the proposed options in the Karori Library and Karori Community Centre or on our website. Have your say before 28 November click here.

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2201 days ago

‘The Writing Life: Oral history into book the stories of twelve New Zealand authors’

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

‘The Writing Life: Oral history into book the stories of twelve New Zealand authors’
Date: Thursday, 15 November, 2018
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Cost: Free. You don't need to book.
Location: Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
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‘The Writing Life: Oral history into book the stories of twelve New Zealand authors’
Date: Thursday, 15 November, 2018
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Cost: Free. You don't need to book.
Location: Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

The book began with an oral history project for the New Zealand Society of Authors, that was funded by an Award in Oral History in 2015. The history project was to record the stories of senior members of the New Zealand literary community:
•Joy Cowley
•Marilyn Duckworth
•Tessa Duder
•Chris Else
•Patricia Grace
•David Hill
•Witi Ihimaera
•Fiona Kidman
•Owen Marshall
•Vincent O’Sullivan
•Philip Temple, and
•Albert Wendt.

Deborah will outline the process from oral history into book and the surprises and discoveries she made along the way about the challenges and pleasures of the writing vocation from 12 of our most experienced and brilliant practitioners.

Image: Cover of The Writing Life: Twelve New Zealand Authors by Deborah Shepard.

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2201 days ago

10 Day Shred 19 to 29 November

Bronwyn from Khandallah

Join us in Shred10. We will have our own private FB page where we will support each other on our quick wholefoods health shred before the silly season. Meet like minded people who want to change those eating habits.Email me on bronybarry@gmail.com and will email you some links to view. (Member of … View moreJoin us in Shred10. We will have our own private FB page where we will support each other on our quick wholefoods health shred before the silly season. Meet like minded people who want to change those eating habits.Email me on bronybarry@gmail.com and will email you some links to view. (Member of the Detox Cleanse Nourish Movement)

2221 days ago

Lost cat

Hiria from Northland

Prince has gone walkabout yet again from Mairangi Road Wilton. He was last seen at home Tuesday Feb 26th. His last walkabout he ended up at my old place in Mataroa Ave Northland. Please PM me if you’ve seen him.

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2201 days ago

Feed a family for $30

LIFE Community

Over 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.

Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to … View more
Over 135, 000 kiwi kids are living in households without basic food in the house. And 4 in 10 families that live in poverty are the working poor. This means many New Zealanders struggle to put food on the table at Christmas.

Since 2001, we have delivered almost 100,000 Christmas Boxes to families in need throughout New Zealand. By giving $30, you can help us to bring over 15,000 boxes of food to kiwi families this Christmas. 100% of your donation goes directly to feed a family.
Donate here

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2201 days ago

The Warehouse and Variety provide Twice the Joy

The Warehouse New Zealand

This year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special… View moreThis year, The Warehouse and Variety – the Children's Charity, have teamed up to bring the joy of Christmas to families who would otherwise go without. Every child deserves to be happy on Christmas day, but for many New Zealand families, stretching the budget to buy gifts and share a special family meal is out of reach.

Instore you can purchase a $10 voucher, which will gift a toy from sponsors Hasbro or Mattel to the value of $25, or you can purchase a gift and leave in the donation boxes provided.

Head in-store to share the Christmas joy.
Shop now

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2202 days ago

Old canvas tent or camp Stretchers

Pat from Karori

Hi Neighbours I'm looking for old canvas tent or camp stretchers. doesn't have to be perfect. My friend is happy to pay if we find the 1 we're after. So if you or you know someone with either or both items please do send me a message or text 027-4459-529

2202 days ago

Timetable changes begin 11 Nov

Community Engagement Advisor from

From 11 November we’re making timetable changes based on the things we’ve learned since the new network went live in July. They’re designed to help your bus arrive on time, improve connection times and provide services at later times in the evening to help you get where you need to go, when … View moreFrom 11 November we’re making timetable changes based on the things we’ve learned since the new network went live in July. They’re designed to help your bus arrive on time, improve connection times and provide services at later times in the evening to help you get where you need to go, when you need to go.

Before you travel, be sure to check whether your timetable has changed at metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.

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2202 days ago

There will be temporary bus closures on Courtenay Place this week.

Community Engagement Advisor from

Stop 5516 (Stop C) needs to be closed Thursday 8 November 9am-4pm and Stop 5000 (Stop A) will need to be closed Friday 9 November 9am-4pm for excavation works.

We apologise for any inconveniences.

To learn more and view the closure maps visit our website.

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2202 days ago

Kids Learn to sew class, 8+, starts Thursday this week

Daisey from Karori

Thursdays 6.45 pm to 8 pm from November 8th - December 13th

You will learn:

• How to use and maintain your sewing machine safely
• How to control your sewing machine
• How to sew samples that teach effective stitching
• How to make a pincushion, rice heat pack and produce bag
• How to… View more
Thursdays 6.45 pm to 8 pm from November 8th - December 13th

You will learn:

• How to use and maintain your sewing machine safely
• How to control your sewing machine
• How to sew samples that teach effective stitching
• How to make a pincushion, rice heat pack and produce bag
• How to select patterns, notions and fabric
• How to cut fabric, iron properly put in a zip, and hem an item
• How to make a bag, skirt or place mat – depending on your skill set
• How to make Christmas decorations.
Bring your own sewing machine, pins and scissors

For more info:
www.kacc.org.nz...

2211 days ago

Are you hoping to catch a glimpse of Harry and Meghan?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.

Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or … View more
Hey neighbours,

The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.

Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?

To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.

For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.

Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors 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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2202 days ago

Black paper sketch book to sell

Caitlin from Wadestown

Hi all
I have a bound A4 size black paper sketch/art book to sell. Brand new, bought for a project but never used in the end. Has about 30 pages/sheets.

Pickup in Wadestown, Wellington. Please comment or PM if interested, thanks.

Price: $5

2202 days ago

A bite-sized approach to study!

Victoria University of Wellington

Pursue your passion, gain new skills or supplement your experience at Victoria University of Wellington without enrolling in a degree.

Enrolling in a single course offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while flexibly and affordably … View more
Pursue your passion, gain new skills or supplement your experience at Victoria University of Wellington without enrolling in a degree.

Enrolling in a single course offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while flexibly and affordably exploring your areas of interest.

Select courses from any of our faculties and accrue points that can be counted towards a degree at a later date. It’s an investment in your future that’s sure to pay dividends.
Find out more

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