Karori, Wellington

1018 days ago

NO KARORI LIONS KARNIVAL THIS YEAR

Bulletin Editor from Karori Lions Club

I guess it will come as no surprise to anyone that we have taken the unprecedented step of cancelling our annual Karori Karnival which was to have been held on Sunday 20th of February. Several thousand people, young and old, normally enjoy this event, and the club is very conscious of the … View moreI guess it will come as no surprise to anyone that we have taken the unprecedented step of cancelling our annual Karori Karnival which was to have been held on Sunday 20th of February. Several thousand people, young and old, normally enjoy this event, and the club is very conscious of the disappointment that will be felt by everyone who would have taken part - either as stall holders, or their customers - this year. Our apologies to you all!
We will, of course, continue with activities and events that can be safely held under the relevant "Traffic Light" rules in force at the time - so please look out for them so you can all continue to support the club and the various organisations and individuals in our community that we will be helping.

1018 days ago

NO Karori Lions Karnival this year

Tom Neighbourly Lead from Karori

I guess it will come as no surprise to anyone, but the Lions Club of Karori has taken the unprecedented step of cancelling our annual Karori Lions Karnival which was to have been held on Sunday 20th of February. Several thousand people, young and old, normally attend this event, and the club is … View moreI guess it will come as no surprise to anyone, but the Lions Club of Karori has taken the unprecedented step of cancelling our annual Karori Lions Karnival which was to have been held on Sunday 20th of February. Several thousand people, young and old, normally attend this event, and the club is very conscious of the disappointment that will be felt by everyone who would have taken part - either as stall holders, or their customers - this year. Our apologies to you all!
We will, of course, continue with activities and events that can be safely held under the relevant "Traffic Light" rules in force at the time - so please look out for them so you can all continue to support the club and the various organisations and individuals in our community that we will be helping.

1019 days ago

Newsletter

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Good morning! We have lots of useful information in our e-newsletter... Click here for the latest news and information from Age Concern Wellington Region: dashboard.vega.works...

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1019 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

A Life Beyond Food and Addiction
I don’t remember being obsessed with food when I was very young, the way I was to become. I remember starting to eat at any opportunity I could get. I would arrive home early at meal times to check what was in the pans. Saturday afternoons were spent baking, … View more
A Life Beyond Food and Addiction
I don’t remember being obsessed with food when I was very young, the way I was to become. I remember starting to eat at any opportunity I could get. I would arrive home early at meal times to check what was in the pans. Saturday afternoons were spent baking, while my friends were out shopping. I went on to develop a love for raw cake batter and butter icing and I would make it up when I was desperate for food. Once I started getting money, I would buy sweets and secretly eat them. Meal times were awful, I never felt fulfilled.

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1021 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

You will need a good memory to know where this is?

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1020 days ago

Vacuum Cleaner

Sera from Thorndon

Living and Co vacuum, works perfectly but now surplus to needs. Pick-up Thorndon by Sat 12th

Negotiable

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1025 days ago

Pet of the Day: Jade and Olive

Reporter Community News

Kathy Berg from Wadestown sent this unusual picture.
"This is Jade and her friend Olive. They are going to the beach. Look at how happy Olive is with that big grin on her face."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. … View more
Kathy Berg from Wadestown sent this unusual picture.
"This is Jade and her friend Olive. They are going to the beach. Look at how happy Olive is with that big grin on her face."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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1020 days ago

Are you on the right power plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

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We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!

More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!

Compare with our help and find the right power plan for your household! It’s easy as!

Visit Power Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across PowerBroadband and Money.
COMPARE MY POWER!

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1020 days ago

Marsden 2021 Dux, Ruby Barton, heading to Yale

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

We were thrilled to see Ruby Barton's achievements featured in the latest issue of The Independent Herald. Ruby, who was Marsden's 2021 Dux, has accepted a place at Yale University and has been recruited to run on the Track and Cross Country team for the Yale Bulldogs. Go Ruby!

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1021 days ago

MISSING KITTEN

Emilia from Thorndon

Unfortunately Hugo is still missing from Malcolm lane, Thorndon. Brown tabby, friendly, 11 months old. We are still desperately hoping he shows up before our lease ends next week 😢 if not please continue to keep an eye out for Hugo

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1021 days ago

Visiting the Library under Red Settings

Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

All our libraries remain open under Red settings of the COVID-19 Protection Framework.
To keep everyone safe please:
- wear a mask unless you have an exemption

- have your vaccine pass ready for scanning

- scan or sign in on arrival

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All our libraries remain open under Red settings of the COVID-19 Protection Framework.
To keep everyone safe please:
- wear a mask unless you have an exemption

- have your vaccine pass ready for scanning

- scan or sign in on arrival

- follow any guidance from our staff or signs

- be kind: our staff are doing their best to offer our full range of services and facilities while managing required sign in checks.

Most library events are continuing but there may be some restrictions. Please check our Event Calendar and social media for any updates.

All library members can continue to access a huge range of online resources via our eLibrary – this includes eBooks, magazines, movies, and online courses.

Answers to frequently asked questions about library services under Red settings can be found on our COVID FAQs page: www.wcl.govt.nz...

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1021 days ago

Valentine's Dinner at Portlander

Georgia from Portlander Bar & Grill

Sharing is caring at Portlander for Valentine’s Day this year, as we wine and dine you and your significant other on a sublime, decadent five-course ‘Potluck’ style dinner ❤️

Trust our team to surprise and delight with delectable dishes served as they’re ready, designed to split … View more
Sharing is caring at Portlander for Valentine’s Day this year, as we wine and dine you and your significant other on a sublime, decadent five-course ‘Potluck’ style dinner ❤️

Trust our team to surprise and delight with delectable dishes served as they’re ready, designed to split perfectly with your sweetheart. This divine feast filled with signature Portlander favourites will have you feeling lucky in love all night long 🥩

Follow the link for bookings and additional details.

1021 days ago

An interior designer shares the top 5 golden rules for bedroom design

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Bedrooms equal sleep. It follows that they should be a place of tranquility, somewhere to calm yourself after a day of sensory overload. Except it’s not always so cut and dried, particularly because many of us also use our bedroom as a refuge and place to be alone, a personal space in which to … View moreBedrooms equal sleep. It follows that they should be a place of tranquility, somewhere to calm yourself after a day of sensory overload. Except it’s not always so cut and dried, particularly because many of us also use our bedroom as a refuge and place to be alone, a personal space in which to watch Netflix or even a study for an upcoming exam. So, follow your heart and create a bedroom that brings your dreams alive in the daytime as well as at night.
We would just say, pay attention to the mattress and the bed. Make sure they’re comfortable and, because they will undoubtedly be the focus of the room, choose your headboard and bedding with care. You will also need a degree of functionality about the room, so ensure that the wardrobe space is sufficient for your needs, that the curtains or blinds provide as much darkness as you need to sleep and that your lighting is suitably ambient but still good enough to allow you to read a book without eye strain.

1. Bedheads are essential
Whether you’re designing a child’s room or main bedroom, a feature bedhead is non-negotiable. It not only helps anchor the bed, but also makes the room feel complete. Think round, oblong, wall-to-wall, velvet, rattan, linen, custom-made timber – the options are endless. With lots of companies now making custom bedheads in New Zealand there are options to suit every room and taste. In a child’s room you can even use paint to create a bedhead – paint a shape on the wall behind the bed or paint the lower half of the room a different colour from the upper half.

2. Focus on lighting
Lighting is one of the most important accessories in any home and an easy way to create the wow factor – think of it like jewellery for a room. In bedrooms, pendant lights are ideal if the ceilings are high enough. In the main bedroom a pendant should be positioned above the foot of the bed, in the centre, so it’s out of the way of the room’s open space. Bedside lights can be used to create ambience at night. If you’re renovating or building, consider hanging a pendant or positioning a wall light above each bedside table. The light switch should line up vertically with the lights and sit 700mm from the floor so it’s higher than all bedside tables. Power points should also align with the lights, sitting just above the skirting board.

3. Always consider proportion
For a bedroom to work you need to think about proportion. Balance is created when all aspects of a room are in proportion with one another, so if your bed looks too big or your bedside tables look too small, they probably are. When you’re laying out your room, check the size of the bed – draw it on the wall or floor if you can. If your child’s bedroom is big, don’t push the single bed right into the corner. Leaving even a small amount of space (200mm) between the bed and an adjacent wall will allow you to make the bed more easily, as well as helping the room look in proportion, as your eye can drop behind the bed rather than hitting the wall and running up.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

1024 days ago

Wet Cupping

Weng from Kelburn

Hi there, does anyone know where I can get wet cupping therapy by a professional? PM me. Thanks.

1024 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Bruce

Reporter Community News

"I was taken to SPCA by a kind person who noticed I had an injury needing treatment. I've been putting on weight and getting healthy, and am now ready to go home!
I'm a handsome, goofy, gentle giant who is loving and eager to please. I've been learning to walk nicely on a lead … View more
"I was taken to SPCA by a kind person who noticed I had an injury needing treatment. I've been putting on weight and getting healthy, and am now ready to go home!
I'm a handsome, goofy, gentle giant who is loving and eager to please. I've been learning to walk nicely on a lead while at SPCA and am very responsive to treats and human affection. While I enjoy a walk, I'm also happy just to have a cuddle, and Netflix and chill.
I've made a few canine girlfriends at the centre, and mix best with larger girls who are happy to play and don't mind some barking. I am not suitable for a home with cats or small animals at this stage. I would be happy to live with teenage kids."
Photo by Jo Moore Photographer

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