Crofton Downs, Wellington

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

Clean outdoors without scrubbing. Just spray on Resene Deep Clean and leave it to work with the weather to give you a cleaner surface.

2286 days ago

New Give a Little page

Stephen Hilson from The New Zealand Disability Karate Association

Our aim is to provide people with disabilities the opportunity to experience the joys and benefits of karate. We provide our training free of charge, so we need your support.

Please can you click on the link and make a small donation.

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2286 days ago

Curators talk by Sian Torrington — The Topp Twins

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Free event
Thursday, 19 July, 2018
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

Hear the inside story of the Topp Twins exhibition
Hear the inside story of how the Topp Twins exhibition came to be.

Activism, politics, … View more
Free event
Thursday, 19 July, 2018
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

Hear the inside story of the Topp Twins exhibition
Hear the inside story of how the Topp Twins exhibition came to be.

Activism, politics, humour, and self-created careers all fed into the rich tapestry of The Topp Twins and how their stories are told through this exhibition.

Sian Torrington, an artist, curated it for Te Manawa. She will speak on the particular perspective she brought to it, as an artist, and queer person.

About the speaker
Sian Torrington makes art, poetry, writing and performance. She has worked extensively in community arts, and currently works independently facilitating creative practice through workshops and seminars.

Her work investigates the creative process itself, through drawing, installation and sculpture, across abstraction and figurative work.

In her curating work, this focus on process involves looking for the stories and how they have been lived and created, and trying to reflect this authentically.

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2286 days ago

Our new event Ahi Kā Fri 29 June 6-10pm.

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Nau mai, haere mai – your whole whānau are warmly invited to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year.
Come down to Odlins Plaza and the Whairepo Lagoon on Wellington's waterfront to experience our new event, Ahi Kā. Celebrate and learn about the Māori New Year with ahi (fire), kai … View more
Nau mai, haere mai – your whole whānau are warmly invited to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year.
Come down to Odlins Plaza and the Whairepo Lagoon on Wellington's waterfront to experience our new event, Ahi Kā. Celebrate and learn about the Māori New Year with ahi (fire), kai (food), friends and whānau. See some of the nation's finest Māori performers and storytellers, and experience a beautiful light parade featuring creative talent from local schools.
Hangi, toasted marshmallows, fire on the water and a midwinter bonfire – there's something for everyone at this family-friendly event.
For more info on the free public events for Matariki ki Pōneke 2018, check out our website

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2286 days ago

WIN a central heating package!

The Gas Hub

If there’s a natural gas pipeline in your street and your home is within 40 metres of the pipe, not only are you able to get a free connection, but you could also win a natural gas central heating package worth up to $10,000!

Find out if you can connect to natural gas for FREE here. It could … View more
If there’s a natural gas pipeline in your street and your home is within 40 metres of the pipe, not only are you able to get a free connection, but you could also win a natural gas central heating package worth up to $10,000!

Find out if you can connect to natural gas for FREE here. It could be the start of a whole new level of comfort for your home.
Find out more!

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2287 days ago

A world without The Community Law manual?

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

What's the Community Law Manual?
If you’ve ever needed quick, free legal information, chances are you’ve read The Community Law Manual. The panel discussion will explore the role of The Community Law Manual as a resource for social justice and empowering the most vulnerable in society to … View more
What's the Community Law Manual?
If you’ve ever needed quick, free legal information, chances are you’ve read The Community Law Manual. The panel discussion will explore the role of The Community Law Manual as a resource for social justice and empowering the most vulnerable in society to know their rights within the law. Over a million people access The Manual online every year. Service providers all around the country rely on it as the most trusted legal resource of its kind. But what if it didn't exist?

Free event
Thursday, 5 July, 2018
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

Unique resource
The Community Law Manual is a unique resource that is:
free
written in accessible language, and
targeted at those least likely to have access to legal services.

Conversation with past and present editors
Together with past and present editors, we will look at the evolution of the Community Law Manual from its early days as a simple ring-bound legal reference, to a comprehensive book over 1000-pages long that is updated and improved.


It is an opportunity to celebrate The Manual, to chart a course into the future, and to discuss the contribution of grassroots publishing to social justice.



About the speakers
Krissi Smith, Publishing Director — Krissi is the current Publishing Director at Community Law with over ten years’ experience in publishing and editing. Krissi has a background in Te Reo Māori, social justice and activism and has been with Community Law three years.

Nadine Hura, Communications Advisor — Nadine is a researcher and writer of Ngāti Hine, Ngāpuhi and Pākehā whakapa. She is the newly appointed Communications Advisor at Community Law.

Alexandra Kibble — is a writer, editor and community worker who lives with her partner and kids north of Wellington. She cut her teeth in radical book publishing in Australia and Latin America before moving to Aotearoa New Zealand and the Community Law movement here. Alex was involved in re-shaping the publishing programme of Community Law, including its online presence and its flagship Community Law Manual

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2287 days ago

Marsden Yr 11 and 12 Scholarships close 6 July

Inge from Karori

Marsden School Year 11 and 12 Scholarships for entry in 2019 close on 6 July, apply online now! Sports scholarships for Years 11 and 12 still open too :)
www.marsden.school.nz...

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2287 days ago

Make a Difference Market, Saturday June 30

Sustainability Trust

Fancy a unique day out? Get along to Sustainability Trust’s Make a Difference Market, showcasing local businesses, all with a Fairtrade, ethical, natural, recycled, reusable or community twist!

Food, homeware, books, skincare, clothing, reusable bags, fabric, warm, energy-efficient homes, and … View more
Fancy a unique day out? Get along to Sustainability Trust’s Make a Difference Market, showcasing local businesses, all with a Fairtrade, ethical, natural, recycled, reusable or community twist!

Food, homeware, books, skincare, clothing, reusable bags, fabric, warm, energy-efficient homes, and much more.

Come and get set for winter, plastic-free July and Fairtrade fortnight. This event is plastic bag free so come prepared!

Where: Sustainability Trust’s EcoCentre, 2 Forresters Lane, Wellington
When: 10 am – 2pm, Saturday June 30

Full details: www.facebook.com/events/2077426902523899/
Find out more!

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2288 days ago

Looking for a city pad?

Louis from Louis Metson Real Estate

Located in the modern Century City Building, this vacant & spacious 2-bedroom apartment offers an envious central city lifestyle at an affordable price.

Within walking distance to work, Courtney Place and Wellingtons' famous embassy cinema the new buyer will enjoy the plethora of world… View more
Located in the modern Century City Building, this vacant & spacious 2-bedroom apartment offers an envious central city lifestyle at an affordable price.

Within walking distance to work, Courtney Place and Wellingtons' famous embassy cinema the new buyer will enjoy the plethora of world class amenities Central Wellington has to offer.

What this apartment offers:

- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Secured Car parking
- Sought after central location
- Modern construction
- Vacant possession
- Access to Pool & Gym

Our Auckland based owner has vacated the previous tenants and needs this apartment sold at auction.
LIM report available.

Call Louis on 022 051 3607 or Murray Potts on 027 444 1760 immediately to view.

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2288 days ago

Update for pet rabbit owners:

Pat from Karori

Ministry for Primary Industries

We've got a social media update for pet rabbit owners:

Following the discovery of a new strain of calicivirus on a Marlborough farm in May, MPI has now sourced vaccine doses to protect pet rabbits. The initial order of 2000 doses for the RHDV2 strain have … View more
Ministry for Primary Industries

We've got a social media update for pet rabbit owners:

Following the discovery of a new strain of calicivirus on a Marlborough farm in May, MPI has now sourced vaccine doses to protect pet rabbits. The initial order of 2000 doses for the RHDV2 strain have now been distributed to veterinarians who ordered it. Ongoing supplies are also secured and available to vets via AsureQuality. Rabbit owners who would like to vaccinate their rabbits will need to book an appointment with their veterinarian. While MPI will cover the cost of these first 2000 vaccine doses, rabbit owners will need to cover any additional costs, such as the veterinarian's consultation fee.

There are also a number of practical steps people can take to minimise the risk to their pets. If you own rabbits, you should keep them separate from wild rabbits, wash hands between handling rabbits and control insects around pet rabbits as they can spread the virus between rabbits.

When MPI confirmed the new strain of the rabbit calicivirus, we suspected a wider distribution since it was a wild rabbit. Two further cases of RHDV2 have since been confirmed, both involving wild rabbits in the Bay of Plenty. These cases were picked up as part of monitoring the effectiveness of the controlled calicivirus K5 release that was undertaken earlier in the year.

We still don’t know how widespread this strain is in New Zealand, but because the virus can spread rapidly, there is a chance it is already prevalent in the wild.

The virus affects rabbits and the European hare. It has no impact on human health or other animals.

2288 days ago

FoodRecallNZ

Pat from Karori

Ministry for Primary Industries
#FoodRecallNZ - 26 June 2018 - Cham Foods Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its seasoned sliced radish due the presence of undeclared allergens (sesame and soy) and repackaged Wang kimchi due to the presence of undeclared allergens (sesame). … View more
Ministry for Primary Industries
#FoodRecallNZ - 26 June 2018 - Cham Foods Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its seasoned sliced radish due the presence of undeclared allergens (sesame and soy) and repackaged Wang kimchi due to the presence of undeclared allergens (sesame). www.mpi.govt.nz...

2288 days ago

Have your say in our Parks Network Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Remember our parks network plan is currently open for your ideas. If you want to make a difference, help us improve the parks for future generations. www.surveymonkey.com... or Email us your thoughts parksplanning@gw.govt.nz

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2288 days ago

Proposal to close road

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Our regulatory Process Committee will meet on Wednesday 15 August to consider temporary road closures for Khandallah Village Fair on Sunday 9 December 2018. This would affect Ganges Rd (Agra Crescent to Dekka Street) as it would be closed 6 am to 6 pm on 9 December 2018. If you object to this … View moreOur regulatory Process Committee will meet on Wednesday 15 August to consider temporary road closures for Khandallah Village Fair on Sunday 9 December 2018. This would affect Ganges Rd (Agra Crescent to Dekka Street) as it would be closed 6 am to 6 pm on 9 December 2018. If you object to this proposed road closure please email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz before 4pm Friday 29 June 2018.

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2288 days ago

Emergency supplies in vehicle

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.

What emergency supplies do you have in your vehicle?

www.happens.nz...

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2289 days ago

3 ring binders to give away - FREE x8

Caitlin from Wadestown

8x empty 3 ring binders to give away. All useable condition.

Please comment or PM your interest and I will send you my address for pickup in Wadestown.

Cheers

Free

2289 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
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