Kingston, Wellington

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1076 days ago

Christmas Mega Sale at Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie..... 50 %off Everything starting today

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Offer valid till Sunday 19 December... hurry up ... grab as much as you can 💁💁💁💁

Negotiable

1077 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A good picture can be worth a thousand words. This picture by Andrew Gorrie and caption (It's a bit wet in Wellington) sums up the last week or so in Wellington nicely.

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1077 days ago

Moving to a retirement village?

Public Trust

"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any … View more"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any changes." Greg Coyne Principal Trustee in Nelson had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently as part of our Later Life campaign.

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1078 days ago

Holiday en Plien Air Workshops

JoElle from Island Bay

Want to get outside and do some sketching and painting?

Join us for a bit of fresh air and the perfect excuse to spend the day admiring beautiful scenery.
We will work on location as many days as the weather permits. We have the studio as a backup plan or cool indoor spots like the Begonia House.
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Want to get outside and do some sketching and painting?

Join us for a bit of fresh air and the perfect excuse to spend the day admiring beautiful scenery.
We will work on location as many days as the weather permits. We have the studio as a backup plan or cool indoor spots like the Begonia House.

This series of holiday workshops will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 4pm. Jan. 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 and 27.

Each workshop we will warm up with some sketching and drawing techniques and afterwards we’ll get the paints out and go for it with watercolour, (although you are welcome to work in your preferred medium).

There are six workshops in total and registration is flexible. Choose whichever dates suit your schedule. No need to choose consecutive weeks or the same days and no need to attend every session.

We will meet in the studio at 10am for a meet up and a quick cuppa and then travel to our location. In some cases, we will just meet up at the location.

Beginners and all levels of experience are welcome.

Under 16s welcome accompanied by an adult.

Get in touch and join us for some fun.
kiaora@southcoaststudionz.com
021519920
www.southcoaststudionz.com...

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1079 days ago

Give kindness, this Christmas

Trade Me

We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View more
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.

100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!

Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
Learn more

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1079 days ago

Helping each other through COVID-19

Ministry of Health

With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View more
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.

If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337

Find tips here
Find out more

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1079 days ago

Riverbank Carpark closed again

Reporter Community News

It has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text … View more
It has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text alert service by sending your name and number to 027 782 3388
The picture was taken last week.

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1079 days ago

Thank You Wellington, You're Making a Difference this Christmas

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Stuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:

"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting … View more
Stuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:

"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting service. Johnston takes 82-year-old White out to lunch or to Mitre 10, or works in his backyard.
'But the best outcome has been the 35 volunteers signing up to help deliver social connection services to older people in our communities,” said Stephen Opie, chief executive of Age Concern Wellington. “We’re always needing more volunteers, so this has been a great response for us.'"

Read full article here: www.stuff.co.nz...

Thank you Stuff ! #OurWellington #seniors #HCC #PoriruaCityCouncil #ageconcernwelilngtonregion #donate

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1087 days ago

Rubbish and recycling delays

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Due to a nationwide driver shortage, we’re still seeing some delays with our rubbish and recycling collections.

If rubbish or recycling has not been collected on your street on your normal collection day, please leave it out and it will be picked up the next day

Please note collections now … View more
Due to a nationwide driver shortage, we’re still seeing some delays with our rubbish and recycling collections.

If rubbish or recycling has not been collected on your street on your normal collection day, please leave it out and it will be picked up the next day

Please note collections now start at 7am, so your rubbish and recycling may be picked up earlier than usual. Make sure you put everything out before 7am on the day of collection, or after 7pm the night before.

Thank you for your patience Pōneke 💛

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1082 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meow of Masterton

Reporter Community News

There has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View more
There has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
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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1080 days ago

Spin to win sleighin’ fuel savings

Waitomo Group

It’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!

Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.

Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best … View more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!

Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.

Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best spin to grab some Moolah to use on your next ‘appy purchase.

Plus, head to our Facebook page to check out our 12 days of ‘appiness for your chance to win even more awesome goodies.
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1080 days ago

Large wooden wardrobe

Kathryn from Berhampore

Approx. 207.5 H x 55.5 D x 142 W (cm).

Very good condition. No evident borer.
Would look great painted chalky-white, for example.

Can be partially dismantled for removal.

TradeMe Listing #3387188659

Price: $180

1080 days ago

Relative Clause

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

A relative clause is used to define or identify the preceding noun or to give extra information about it. Adding more detail to writing is often something students struggle with.

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1081 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable (It means better choices)

The Warehouse

Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and … View more
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
Find out more

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1084 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture from Louise Thomas. Forest and Bird recently did a story on spoonbills, noting their numbers are increasingly rapidly.

"We have royal spoonbills/kōtuku ngutupapa (Platalea regia) a plenty at home on the Hutt River, but I love the concentric rings made by the sand on a bend … View more
Words and picture from Louise Thomas. Forest and Bird recently did a story on spoonbills, noting their numbers are increasingly rapidly.

"We have royal spoonbills/kōtuku ngutupapa (Platalea regia) a plenty at home on the Hutt River, but I love the concentric rings made by the sand on a bend at the Waikanae River mouth. This chap looks busy on official business."

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