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Heather Baldwin from Karori Community Centre
Karori Community Centre is looking for someone to review our annual accounts. If you would like to contribute your talent to our community and receive a negotiated fee, please get in touch with us.
If you have an assurance practitioner background, are currently practicing or retired, can conduct … View moreKarori Community Centre is looking for someone to review our annual accounts. If you would like to contribute your talent to our community and receive a negotiated fee, please get in touch with us.
If you have an assurance practitioner background, are currently practicing or retired, can conduct an analytical review on financial statements and provide an Independent Review Report, you are the person we are looking for!
We are a not-for-profit organisation, with a great team of staff and volunteers. Our annual expenditure is under the threshold for an audit or review compliance, however, we choose to have our accounts reviewed to use in grant applications and the interest of other stakeholders. We use Xero and Smart payroll systems.
If you can help please contactTeresa -treasurer@karoricommunitycentre.org.nz
The Team from Wellington Water
We are doing well with keeping usage down in Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington, but we need to keep going!
We are on the brink of needing to move to a total outdoor water ban, but with sustained effort, and rain expected in the forecast, we may be able to keep this at bay.
If the … View moreWe are doing well with keeping usage down in Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington, but we need to keep going!
We are on the brink of needing to move to a total outdoor water ban, but with sustained effort, and rain expected in the forecast, we may be able to keep this at bay.
If the rain doesn’t come next week we may be in trouble so, If we don’t continue to act, the restriction level will have to increase.
Please:
👉 Only use hand held watering devices outdoors on alternate days between 6-8am, and 7-9pm
👉 Don’t use sprinklers, irrigation systems or unattended hoses until further notice.
Alternate days: even numbered properties on even numbered dates and odd numbered properties on odd numbered dates.
Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)
It’s no secret that curtains can make or break a room. The colours, patterns and style are an essential part of trying a room together and creating a particular mood. However, there’s more to a perfect curtain than just the fabric and cut. As interior design trends move away from clean, … View moreIt’s no secret that curtains can make or break a room. The colours, patterns and style are an essential part of trying a room together and creating a particular mood. However, there’s more to a perfect curtain than just the fabric and cut. As interior design trends move away from clean, minimalistic Scandinavian styles - no curtain is complete without a tassel, trims, pelmet or tieback. In 2021, it’s all about more glamorous styles like Modern Luxe and Modern Classic. Feeling confused? Don’t worry, we’ve put together a beginner’s guide on all these finishing touches so you can make the right choice for your curtain style. Read on to find out more!
Tassels
Tassels are an elegant cluster of strings or cords that are clumped together at one end and hang free at the other. Suitable for curtains rather than blinds, these finishing features are actually a practical decoration. The tassel’s shape acts as a weight at the bottom of the cord which helps keep the curtains pulled back without the need for bulky knots. Tassel’s come in a variety of colours and styles to suit any decor. However, they are on the flashier end of curtain finishings, so they’d best suit a living room or bedroom.
Trims
So, you’ve selected a style of curtain that sounds your decor - now it’s time to choose a trim. Trims refers to the decorative elements that add a touch of ornateness to your curtains, and the sky’s the limit when it comes to style, pattern, colour and embellishments. Types of trim include:
Valances
You’ve heard of valances on beds, but when it comes to curtains and blinds a valance refers to the fabric or panel added above a window. Typically, valances are used to hide a rod or track and add a touch of chic to any room. The style options are endless - you can add embellishments like beads or pom-poms. However, avoid adding anything to the sides of your roller blinds, though, as this can become entangled in the roller blind mechanism at the top and prevent them from rolling and unrolling properly.
Fringes
Take a close look at the strings that hang from the bottom of a curtain tie back or are on the edge of a blanket - that’s a fringe. They’re typically attached to the bottom of curtains, under pelmet or on valances.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed
Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to … View moreHi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to turn yellow or an infestation of bugs to set in.
We put some of your houseplant questions to the plant doctors from Kings Plant Barn to diagnose. Find their answers here.
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Reporter Community News
Wellington police have confirmed that missing 17-year-old Jasmine has contacted her family and is safe.
Reporter Community News
Hi Neighbourly folk, I thought you might enjoy this stunning picture taken by Simon Woolf last night.
Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council
At the moment, Wellingtonians put around 130 tonnes of green waste from their gardens in their kerbside rubbish each week which breaks down in the landfill, producing methane gas - a big contributor to climate change.
As part of our new waste bylaw, yellow rubbish bags cannot contain more than … View moreAt the moment, Wellingtonians put around 130 tonnes of green waste from their gardens in their kerbside rubbish each week which breaks down in the landfill, producing methane gas - a big contributor to climate change.
As part of our new waste bylaw, yellow rubbish bags cannot contain more than 10% green waste.
But don’t worry! When you bring your green waste to the Southern Landfill it will be turned into Capital Compost – and it only costs $5 to dispose of up to 85kg!
For more information about the bylaw and alternative ways to deal with your green waste, visit:
wellington.govt.nz/waste-bylaw#kerbside
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Reporter Community News
CentrePort has joined forces with Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and the wider community surrounding the Kaiwharawhara Stream to help protect one of Wellington’s most precious waterways.
CentrePort has become a strategic partner in the Sanctuary to Sea project that is focused on the ecological … View moreCentrePort has joined forces with Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and the wider community surrounding the Kaiwharawhara Stream to help protect one of Wellington’s most precious waterways.
CentrePort has become a strategic partner in the Sanctuary to Sea project that is focused on the ecological restoration of the Kaiwharawhara Stream catchment, which extends from Zealandia to the Kaiwharawhara estuary within the port.
Reporter Community News
The lower reservoir at Zealandia is being drained this month to remove around a tonne of unwanted fish, which are eating native species and throwing the ecosystem off balance.
Perch were introduced to Roto Kawau, the lower part of an existing man-made reservoir, more 140 years ago, by people … View moreThe lower reservoir at Zealandia is being drained this month to remove around a tonne of unwanted fish, which are eating native species and throwing the ecosystem off balance.
Perch were introduced to Roto Kawau, the lower part of an existing man-made reservoir, more 140 years ago, by people wanting to create fishing opportunities.
Zealandia will use a combination of Lowering water levels, poison and electric shocks to deal with the fish.
Reporter Community News
What do you think is going on here? and yes that is Richard Seddon in the picture.
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Steven from Steve's Jobs
'Enhancing Your Outdoors' is what we're passionate about.
Whether it's...
- a simple garden tidy up or improving the street appeal through a makeover of the front facade,
- replacing a lawn or planting and mulching neglected gardens
- a house wash or waterblasting paths and … View more'Enhancing Your Outdoors' is what we're passionate about.
Whether it's...
- a simple garden tidy up or improving the street appeal through a makeover of the front facade,
- replacing a lawn or planting and mulching neglected gardens
- a house wash or waterblasting paths and patios
- paving a previously unused area of the backyard or replacing and staining a boundary fence...
There's a range of services we offer which can improve the aesthetic and functionality of a property and set your listing apart from the rest!
If you're about to put a house on the market and want your property singing come photos and open home time, get in touch and ask us how we can help.
Cheers,
Steve
Derek from Brooklyn
Do you want to learn bridge or currently play bridge with friends, but want to improve? Would you like to widen your circle of friends?
Victoria Bridge Club is holding beginners' lessons commencing Wednesday 21 April 2021 for ten consecutive weeks. The $50 fee covers your basic membership … View moreDo you want to learn bridge or currently play bridge with friends, but want to improve? Would you like to widen your circle of friends?
Victoria Bridge Club is holding beginners' lessons commencing Wednesday 21 April 2021 for ten consecutive weeks. The $50 fee covers your basic membership for the remainder of the year.
The lessons are taken by experienced tutors
Take home notes are provided plus on-line tuition is available
Free parking is available at the bridge club
Just come along - a bridge partner is not necessary
Come along to 112 Tinakori on Wednesday 21 April. Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm.
To enrol email info@victoriabridge.co.nz For more information go to www.victoriabridge.co.nz...
Paul from Karori
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Jo Hayes from
GrandFriends NZ (Surrogate Grandparents New Zealand Charitable Trust) is on the hunt for awesome people who would like to support a local family and their children, as an older mentor but also as an extended family member.
This is a volunteer role quite like no other!
We are looking for awesome … View moreGrandFriends NZ (Surrogate Grandparents New Zealand Charitable Trust) is on the hunt for awesome people who would like to support a local family and their children, as an older mentor but also as an extended family member.
This is a volunteer role quite like no other!
We are looking for awesome individuals or couples who would like to support a local family and act as a "GrandFriend". We have a waiting list of families all over NZ who would love nothing more than to connect with you.
GrandFriends is a little charity that combats big issues like isolation and loneliness.
We are the bridge that brings kiwis together from across the generations. By connecting families with GrandFriends, we provide a long lasting “people” solution to loneliness.
Using our years of experience we match like-minded GrandFriends, extending their support networks, so they can enjoy the special moments, share the load - all the while combating loneliness.
Our biggest need currently is in Auckland, the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Manuwatu, Wellington & Christchurch. However we welcome applications from all over the country - we will find a family for you - wherever you are!
You are welcome to apply as an individual - or if you wish to apply with your partner (husband/wife/significant other) as something that you can volunteer with together - that is also very much welcome and encouraged.
To get involved please click the link below to join us today.
Reporter Community News
A 42-square metre, one-bedroom property at 46b Camperdown St, Miramar, was on the market for offers over $745,000.
The 42-square metre Miramar house was described as “perfect for busy singles, or couples” in the listing by real estate group Ray White. One housing advocate instead described the … View moreA 42-square metre, one-bedroom property at 46b Camperdown St, Miramar, was on the market for offers over $745,000.
The 42-square metre Miramar house was described as “perfect for busy singles, or couples” in the listing by real estate group Ray White. One housing advocate instead described the house as like a “more respectable version” of the converted shipping container recently listed for $390 per week in Johnsonville.
Would you pay $750,000 to live in a container?
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