Karori, Wellington

Prepared For Anything - October 1st to 31st 🎒📻🥫🔦🧴⚡️🔋🧻🧰📋🩹🧯🌊🥾🧼

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Here at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies and natural disasters than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training and … View moreHere at Neighbourhood Support we know first hand that communities that stay connected and prepared fare better in emergencies and natural disasters than those without a plan.

For the month of October, we want to see how you tackle emergency preparedness. From getting first aid training and stocking up on essentials to putting together a grab n’ go bag or working with your neighbours to create a neighbourhood resillience plan, a little bit of planning goes a long way to make sure you and your community can get through any situation. Joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Support group is a great way to keep in touch and work together to reach out, look out and help out one another no matter what life may bring.

Don’t forget! This month also coincides with New Zealand’s national earthquake drill and tsunami hikoi, ShakeOut, which will be taking place on Thursday, October 28th at 9:30am.

Let us know how you’re getting prepared this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to: info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

Marsden Preschool - a couple of spaces open 2021/22

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Marsden Preschool has a couple of spaces next term for girls or boys, from age 3, as our tamariki head off to school. We have a maximum of 20 students so best to book by enrolling if you are looking for a spot 2021/2022 :) Find out more about our lovely Preschool below. You are warmly invited to … View moreMarsden Preschool has a couple of spaces next term for girls or boys, from age 3, as our tamariki head off to school. We have a maximum of 20 students so best to book by enrolling if you are looking for a spot 2021/2022 :) Find out more about our lovely Preschool below. You are warmly invited to come for a visit and meet Head of Preschool Helen McConnell. Just call 476 8707 and ask for Leigh, who can organise a time for you.

Pin it - Sleepy sloth

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Creating a mood board or pinboard using Resene FX Blackboard Paint to keep household notes tidy is easy with this inspiring project.

Find out how to create your own.

The Impacts of Climate Change on Insurance costs

Climate Insights

Our homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global … View moreOur homes can be our greatest investment and protecting our homes against climate change has become more important than ever.

Our changing climate poses risks to our natural and built environments. Swiss Re in a global analysis of insurance risk said to “expect climate risks to raise global property premiums by 33-41% between 2020 and 2040”. The potential increase was deemed a direct consequence of our changing climate.

Our Climate Insights property report provides easily understood information on change to risks for your current or a future property. The report includes robust and actionable information for residential property owners, tenants and investors to enhance their property’s climate resilience. Find out more

Birds of N.Z. Fundraising Calendar for The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Raewyn Carmichael from

Fundraising Calendar for The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Wellington Hospital. The beautiful bird photos have been taken by one of our own staff. Lesley Thompson is a talented photographer specialising in New Zealand birds, she has travelled around NZ taking her photos as well as in her local … View moreFundraising Calendar for The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Wellington Hospital. The beautiful bird photos have been taken by one of our own staff. Lesley Thompson is a talented photographer specialising in New Zealand birds, she has travelled around NZ taking her photos as well as in her local area of Plimmerton and Pauatahanui Inlet. Her vibrant collection will brighten any home/ work office space. A great NZ gift to send to relatives and friends overseas while supporting a fantastic cause.

Price: $20

Wellington NICU Calendar Fundraiser Trade Me.docx Download View

New website

Office for Seniors

Our new Office for Seniors website is now live!

The website is a great resource for older New Zealanders to find helpful information. It’s been designed with our older audience in mind so it’s easy to navigate.

It also outlines the role of the Office for Seniors.

Visit … View moreOur new Office for Seniors website is now live!

The website is a great resource for older New Zealanders to find helpful information. It’s been designed with our older audience in mind so it’s easy to navigate.

It also outlines the role of the Office for Seniors.

Visit officeforseniors.govt.nz

Pen pal project

Tracie from Karori

Hi, shout out to only-child daughters. My 11 year old girl is an only-child and living in Karori. we are embarking on a project to connect with and network with other similar kids. Her specific idea is to create some “pen pals” as part of a research project she is undertaking. Please message me… View moreHi, shout out to only-child daughters. My 11 year old girl is an only-child and living in Karori. we are embarking on a project to connect with and network with other similar kids. Her specific idea is to create some “pen pals” as part of a research project she is undertaking. Please message me if you are interested and for more info.

Pen pal project

Tracie from Karori

Hi, shout out to only-child daughters. My 11 year old girl is an only-child and living in Karori. we are embarking on a project to connect with and network with other similar kids. Her specific idea is to create some “pen pals” as part of a research project she is undertaking. Please message me… View moreHi, shout out to only-child daughters. My 11 year old girl is an only-child and living in Karori. we are embarking on a project to connect with and network with other similar kids. Her specific idea is to create some “pen pals” as part of a research project she is undertaking. Please message me if you are interested and for more info.

Thinking of a weekend project? Make this harvest basket.

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours and gardeners,

Here's another great project from our DIY guru Jacob Leaf.

Just for laughs!

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

"I HATE having a messy house. Not enough to actually clean it. But enough to give it a really disgusted stare from my seat on the couch."

Enrol at Whitby Collegiate in 2022

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13.

• Nationally ranked academic results
• Small class sizes
• Future-focused
• A supportive learning environment
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, … View moreWhitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13.

• Nationally ranked academic results
• Small class sizes
• Future-focused
• A supportive learning environment
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Johnsonville and the Hutt Valley.

Enrol now for 2022. Limited spaces available.

To apply to enrol, or for more information on booking a school tour, go to whitbycollegiate.school.nz. Know more

New Planetarium show at Space Place

Wellington Museum Trust

Kia ora neighbours, we’re inviting you to follow the star path and experience our latest film in Space Place’s stunning digital, full-dome Planetarium screen.

Ngā Tohunga Whakatere - The Navigators is a family-friendly animated 30-minute immersive show that’ll take you on an unforgettable… View moreKia ora neighbours, we’re inviting you to follow the star path and experience our latest film in Space Place’s stunning digital, full-dome Planetarium screen.

Ngā Tohunga Whakatere - The Navigators is a family-friendly animated 30-minute immersive show that’ll take you on an unforgettable adventure across the Pacific Ocean. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth. Premiering tomorrow, Saturday 2nd of October!

Suitable for ages 8+ Book now

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Who knows the history associated with this famous black cat?

Db4dance School

Debbie from Brooklyn

Enrol now for Term 4 starting Wednesday 20th Oct 2021
Pre school, Ballet and Jazz 5-10yrs Brooklyn and Newtown
End of year / Xmas performance Dec 5th
Enquire and enrol - info@db4dance.co.nz /www.db4dance.co.nz

Fire Proofing for business & residential

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Fires spread QUCKLY - It takes 3 minutes for a manageable fire to turn into something that is dangerous and fast-moving.


You can help keep fires from spreading quickly by having your curtains and upholsteries treated with a fire-retardant solution. Fire-retarding curtain fabric dramatically … View moreFires spread QUCKLY - It takes 3 minutes for a manageable fire to turn into something that is dangerous and fast-moving.


You can help keep fires from spreading quickly by having your curtains and upholsteries treated with a fire-retardant solution. Fire-retarding curtain fabric dramatically slows the progress of the flame. We spray on a solution that helps prevent the fire from catching onto the curtains and igniting them, allowing the flame to travel upwards quickly.


The 2016 Building regulations now require curtains in ANY public space (such as a restaurant, school, hall) to have fire retardant curtains.


Our solution is quick to apply, odourless, can be applied on site, good for natural and synthetic materials, and we provide a 5 year Certificate of Compliance for AS 1530 Part 2 (the Australian & NZ standard for flame-retardant fabrics for use in curtains and drapes).
Call us on 0800 579 0501 to find out more.