Island Bay, Wellington

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660 days ago

World Maths Day

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Whether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the … View moreWhether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the overall stress involved in succeeding. But don’t let that be intimidating!

World Maths Day is a chance to test your skills, practice maths, and get involved in a worldwide event that celebrates the history of maths to improve the lives of students, parents, and teachers everywhere.

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661 days ago

Newsable… Worth Talking About.

Newsable

Join Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells for your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.

The podcast drops each weekday from 6am on newsable.co.nz or listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods.
Listen now

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661 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key … View more
Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help.
Find out more

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661 days ago

Book Week!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

This week is Book Week at Red Cross Kilbirnie!

To celebrate we are having a buy 1, get 1 free deal!

Get in quick, we hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie

661 days ago

Pelvic Power Workshop at Community Education

Sue from Brooklyn

On Saturday 18th March I'm running a pelvic floor workshop.
Refine your use and understanding of your pelvic floor muscles for bladder control and improved posture (yes, they are part of your core support).
This workshop is run by Adult Community Education -
www.cecwellington.ac.nz...

662 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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662 days ago

Candle-Making Workshop ~ Sunday 19 March in Island Bay

Melanie from Island Bay

I'm hosting one more candle-making workshop here in Island Bay at St Francis on Sunday 19th March at 2.30pm ~ I'd love to see you! Melanie

Learn how to make your our own clean-burning aromatherapy candle.
Included in the workshop...
~ Discover the beauty of pure therapeutic … View more
I'm hosting one more candle-making workshop here in Island Bay at St Francis on Sunday 19th March at 2.30pm ~ I'd love to see you! Melanie

Learn how to make your our own clean-burning aromatherapy candle.
Included in the workshop...
~ Discover the beauty of pure therapeutic essential oils
~ Be guided on how to create your own unique essential oil blend
~ Step-by-step guidance on how to make one of our signature apothecary candles using essential oils and coconut wax
~ Refreshments

Location & Dates
Sunday 19 March - 2.30pm at St Francis de Sales in Island Bay

Duration - 90mins to two hours (candles need to cure overnight and will be hand-delivered or couriered to you within two days of workshop)

Suitable for ages 14 years and over

Investment per person ~ $125 (Laybuy available). Book your spot via our website ~ poetbotanicals.co.nz

We also offer private workshops at your home or workplace. To find out more contact Melanie via email ~ poetbotanicals@gmail.com

Negotiable

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669 days ago

What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View more
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.

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664 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats,visit www. census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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665 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I … View more
It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I snapped him/her in the Hutt Estuary on 12 January and sent a report off to the Banding Office as you do and got back a very interesting report about the bird.
He/she was banded on Bell Island, Waimea Inlet, Tasman on 28/05/2022 in his/her 2nd year. Sex is unknown. CT7 is a busy chap, since banding this bird has been re-sighted at Saxton Field, Stoke, Nelson on 28/06/2022 and 19/07/2022. This bird is part of a research study on the morphometrics, population trends, longevity and movements of variable oystercatchers in the Golden/Tasman Bays region.

So, if you see CT7 don't forget to report him/her to the banding office.
Variable oystercatcher/ tōrea (Haematopus unicolor). Bird #14 in 2023.

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665 days ago
667 days ago

Children’s Heroes Week

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

This week at Kilbirnie Red Cross we are celebrating children’s heroes, with 25% off all children’s wear. So come on in to get a bargain for your little hero!

We hope to see you here!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross

667 days ago

Cyclone Gabrielle Movie Fundraiser

Michael & Jane from Island Bay

Come along to the Penthouse Cinema on Wednesday 8th March at 7.30pm to watch a preview of the film 'CHAMPIONS' and raise money for those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Tickets are $25 and include a glass of bubbles/juice and lollies. There will also be a raffle drawn on the night … View more
Come along to the Penthouse Cinema on Wednesday 8th March at 7.30pm to watch a preview of the film 'CHAMPIONS' and raise money for those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.

Tickets are $25 and include a glass of bubbles/juice and lollies. There will also be a raffle drawn on the night which includes vouchers from local Wellington businesses. All funds raised will be going to the Anglican Missions Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal, which is supporting early recovery work as well as long term programmes designed to build community resilience.

Message us or email liv.hartfield@gmail.com to purchase your tickets.

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667 days ago

8 Drawer Chest of Drawers

Belinda from Island Bay

This large chest of drawers was bought in Singapore some years ago - from a high end store. It is very heavy (perhaps teak?) and needs a little work on the drawer runners as one or two of the drawers are not sliding in completely - but I suspect this may be a pretty simple fix.

Would love to … View more
This large chest of drawers was bought in Singapore some years ago - from a high end store. It is very heavy (perhaps teak?) and needs a little work on the drawer runners as one or two of the drawers are not sliding in completely - but I suspect this may be a pretty simple fix.

Would love to see someone give it a new life.

8 drawers
120cm wide
50 cm deep
100 cm high

We are in Island Bay with drive on access up a drive. Text if you want to ask questions - 021 499 664

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