Crofton Downs, Wellington

Lost something? Found something?

Lost something? Found something?

Let's reunite! Share about it here.

380 days ago

Not everyone is looking forward to Christmas.

Christmas Box

Right now, kiwi families are facing some really big challenges, and many find themselves struggling to make ends meet. This means not everyone is looking forward to Christmas.

This Christmas, give the gift of hope. By donating $40, you have the opportunity to feed a family in need through a … View more
Right now, kiwi families are facing some really big challenges, and many find themselves struggling to make ends meet. This means not everyone is looking forward to Christmas.

This Christmas, give the gift of hope. By donating $40, you have the opportunity to feed a family in need through a Christmas Box filled with food basics and treats. 100% of your donation goes directly to filling the box, which provides not only food essentials but much-needed hope.

Only together, can we bring hope to the table across Aotearoa.
Find out more

Image
380 days ago

WEEKDAY CEMETERY WORKING BEES

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

Starting Tuesday 7 November, we will be commencing a programme of weekday working bees, primarily to tackle the growing issue of seedlings emerging in Public2 (Gum Gully). These seedlings, if not checked, will soon become a problem to remove and an ongoing issue for the historic graves. We are … View moreStarting Tuesday 7 November, we will be commencing a programme of weekday working bees, primarily to tackle the growing issue of seedlings emerging in Public2 (Gum Gully). These seedlings, if not checked, will soon become a problem to remove and an ongoing issue for the historic graves. We are seeking keen volunteers to help assist us removing these seedlings on a weekly basis.
All you need is a pair of gardening gloves, hat, water, your own snacks and to arrive at The Shelter in the cemetery by 9am. We'll work until about 12pm but your contribution need not be all of that time.
If you have any questions, please email us at secretary@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz, otherwise just turn up on the day 🙂

Image
389 days ago

Council's strange priorities...

Neil from Thorndon

This image shows paid Council employees as they harass naughty drivers, it also shows severe road damage in the foreground.
It's clear where Mayor Whanau's priorities lie and it isn't on fixing the roads.
By the way, I'm a cyclist.
Neil Harrap

Image
381 days ago

Plant Stall

Mary from Karori

There will be a Plant Stall at St Luke's Centre 34 Pitt St Wadestown on Saturday, 11th November 10am - 2pm

Image
383 days ago

Poll: Is there a place for Halloween in NZ?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that spooky time of year and while there are some streets that welcome Halloween and set themselves up for trick or treating, there are other houses where you're more likely to get an earful than Halloween lollies. Do you think there's a place for Halloween in NZ?

Type … View more
It's that spooky time of year and while there are some streets that welcome Halloween and set themselves up for trick or treating, there are other houses where you're more likely to get an earful than Halloween lollies. Do you think there's a place for Halloween in NZ?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

Image
Is there a place for Halloween in NZ?
  • 19.2% Yes
    19.2% Complete
  • 80.1% No
    80.1% Complete
  • 0.8% Other - I'll explain below
    0.8% Complete
3038 votes
381 days ago

Light Up Diwali, WIN $150!

The Team from NZ Compare

Celebrate the Festival of Lights while keeping your power bills light too! CLICK below to enter.

Share your top power-saving tips for a chance to WIN $150 towards your next power bill! Hurry, entry ends on 13/11, 2023. T&Cs Apply.

For more valuable money-saving tips, explore our … View more
Celebrate the Festival of Lights while keeping your power bills light too! CLICK below to enter.

Share your top power-saving tips for a chance to WIN $150 towards your next power bill! Hurry, entry ends on 13/11, 2023. T&Cs Apply.

For more valuable money-saving tips, explore our informative article HERE: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

Image
382 days ago

Happy Halloween, Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

As the spooky season unfolds, we want to extend a big THANK YOU to all of you for your fantastic contributions! Here are the top three treats chosen by our amazing community:

1. Zeronet - 6 months 1/2 price deal! EXCLUSIVE www.broadbandcompare.co.nz......
2. EXCLUSIVE Slingshot Power Bundle … View more
As the spooky season unfolds, we want to extend a big THANK YOU to all of you for your fantastic contributions! Here are the top three treats chosen by our amazing community:

1. Zeronet - 6 months 1/2 price deal! EXCLUSIVE www.broadbandcompare.co.nz......
2. EXCLUSIVE Slingshot Power Bundle Deal with Unlimited Fibre from just $45/month www.broadbandcompare.co.nz......
3. Get a $250 credit at Contact Energy! www.powercompare.co.nz...

Stay connected with NZ Compare to keep up with the latest competitions, deals, and treats. Wishing you all a hauntingly good Halloween filled with fun, treats, and a touch of magic!

Image
383 days ago

‘The Maverick’ Russell loves a challenge

Rita Angus Retirement Village

At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.

Every single day… View more
At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.

Every single day of September, come rain, shine or blustering gale, Russell set off from his home at Ryman Healthcare’s Greenlane village to walk to the top of the iconic mountain set in the heart of Cornwall Park.

The idea also coincided with Ryman Healthcare’s annual Walking for Wellness challenge, which this year aptly had an Everest theme.

Watch Russell's story and click to read the full story.

youtu.be...

387 days ago

Gardener wanted

William from Karori

We are looking for an experienced gardener. Regular work.

384 days ago

Smooth your skin with NZ House & Garden

NZ House and Garden

Subscribe or gift a NZ House & Garden subscription before 27 November and receive a FREE Antipodes Eve Bio-Retinol Line Reduction Serum worth $60.

Eve Bio-Retinol Line Reduction Serum is scientifically shown to stimulate type I collagen production by up to 55%* plus, 97% of users said their… View more
Subscribe or gift a NZ House & Garden subscription before 27 November and receive a FREE Antipodes Eve Bio-Retinol Line Reduction Serum worth $60.

Eve Bio-Retinol Line Reduction Serum is scientifically shown to stimulate type I collagen production by up to 55%* plus, 97% of users said their skin felt smoother after four weeks’ use*.

Every issue of NZ House & Garden is filled with inspirational homes and gardens, as well as sumptuous food, lifestyle features, shopping trends, and much more.

Enjoy,
The team at NZ House & Garden

*T&Cs apply. The offer applies to one and two year subscriptions only.
Subscribe now

Image
F
384 days ago

Kitchen Benchtop

Fred from Wadestown

Free kitchen bench made of birch ply with linoleum top. Has a couple of spots where the top has chipped so might be best as material, or at least needs repair.

Longest section - 3170mm with 1370mm wide return x 620mm deep x 35mm thick

Smaller piece - 1370 x 1080 x 620mm deep x 35mm thick (SOLD)
View more
Free kitchen bench made of birch ply with linoleum top. Has a couple of spots where the top has chipped so might be best as material, or at least needs repair.

Longest section - 3170mm with 1370mm wide return x 620mm deep x 35mm thick

Smaller piece - 1370 x 1080 x 620mm deep x 35mm thick (SOLD)

Needs to be gone by 4th November.

Free

H
386 days ago

Karori Normal School Gala

Hannah from Karori

KNS school gala is on tomorrow! Bring the family and have a great day 😊

Image
385 days ago

Open Saturday - costumes for Halloween!

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

The Northland Toy Library will be open Saturday 28 October 9:30-11:45am in St Annes Church Hall (Cnr Randwick and Northland Rd).

We have lots of costumes if you are looking for something for Halloween.

Also lots of outdoor equipment (including toy cars, bikes, scooters) as well as Lego, … View more
The Northland Toy Library will be open Saturday 28 October 9:30-11:45am in St Annes Church Hall (Cnr Randwick and Northland Rd).

We have lots of costumes if you are looking for something for Halloween.

Also lots of outdoor equipment (including toy cars, bikes, scooters) as well as Lego, Duplo, board games, Brain Box kits, jigsaw puzzles, marble runs, baby toys, role play equipment and lots lots more!

386 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from The Post

A first for Friday Feathered Friend - a pic of redpolls in Upper Hutt -courtesy of Rosa Marie.
"The great thing about going back to a favourite place is that you are always guaranteed to see something a bit different every time. I couldn't get enough of the redpolls that I happened to … View more
A first for Friday Feathered Friend - a pic of redpolls in Upper Hutt -courtesy of Rosa Marie.
"The great thing about going back to a favourite place is that you are always guaranteed to see something a bit different every time. I couldn't get enough of the redpolls that I happened to spot bathing at the water's edge near the playground. It was magical!
Unfortunately the ducklings had gone from at least about 30 to none at all yesterday so I think that the kāhu would have been working his way through them.
Plenty of yellowhammers and rosellas to be seen too! I loved seeing the Australian shovellers up at the Bridge by the Hobbit sign."

Image
386 days ago

Time to PLAY PrizeMe!

The Team from NZ Compare

PrizeMe is a fun memory-matching game!
Simply match the prize cards for a chance to WIN, it's that easy. $10,000 worth of fantastic prizes to be won! Click below to PLAY NOW.

How to WIN?
1. Play every day to get an entry (Now - 17 Nov, 2023)
2. Want to double your chances to WIN? Set … View more
PrizeMe is a fun memory-matching game!
Simply match the prize cards for a chance to WIN, it's that easy. $10,000 worth of fantastic prizes to be won! Click below to PLAY NOW.

How to WIN?
1. Play every day to get an entry (Now - 17 Nov, 2023)
2. Want to double your chances to WIN? Set a Price Alert!
3. Winners will be drawn weekly! 

*A Price Alert will let you know when an item has reached the right price for buying! Perfect for keeping an eye on Black Friday deals.

Image
Top