Kingston, Wellington

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

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721 days ago

Composting worms for sale: and advice on worm farms

Helen from Southgate

500+ Tiger Worms ready to establish your worm farm to make the best vege garden fertiliser.
Collect from Southgate or I can courier.
I can advise on setting up your worm farm too.

Price: $25

722 days ago

Moving on from paper tickets

Metlink

Paper tickets are leaving the station. 🚊

From 31 December 2022, 10-trips and off-board single trip tickets won’t be sold at ticket offices or retailers. However, you can still pay on-board with cash.
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722 days ago

Great gift ideas for Christmas

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Get in the festive mood with recycled gift ideas at amazing prices from Kilbirnie Red Cross!

25% of all dresses for a limited time!

Kids books 5 for $2.00, or10 for $5.00

We are always looking for volunteers.

If you have some hours spare, please call (04)3871100, or email … View more
Get in the festive mood with recycled gift ideas at amazing prices from Kilbirnie Red Cross!

25% of all dresses for a limited time!

Kids books 5 for $2.00, or10 for $5.00

We are always looking for volunteers.

If you have some hours spare, please call (04)3871100, or email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie

We hope to see you here!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross.

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722 days ago

Old iron / plastic storage water tank

Sunita from Melrose

Looking for an old corrugated iron, preferably, water tank to replace my existing one at my bach in the Wairarapa which I use as a wood-bin. I know they got phased out and replaced by the plastic ones but am happy with good old corrugated iron. Can collect.

728 days ago

Poll: Are you able to get help with your health when needed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View more
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.

Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?

Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are you able to get help with your health when needed?
  • 46.2% Wait times are too long - It's unacceptable.
    46.2% Complete
  • 30.8% I can get the help I need, it just takes longer.
    30.8% Complete
  • 7.7% I haven't noticed an issue.
    7.7% Complete
  • 15.3% I'm happy; I have no complaints.
    15.3% Complete
3445 votes
724 days ago

Celebrating field days

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Not a farming expert, neither are we but we are celebrating farming in New Zealand this week.

We are always looking for volunteers, please call (04)3871100,email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

We hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie

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724 days ago

Household items.

Noel from Mount Cook

Moving house need to get rid of heaps of gear from oak chairs a set of 4 and 6, antique furniture, household items and as much as I can sell. To much to list. Ask me what you like. Loads of good quality clothes. Ornaments that are all good. Get back to me.

Negotiable

725 days ago

How to make your own Christmas terrarium

Resene

How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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725 days ago

Community Stroke Exercise Rehabilitation in Kilbirnie

Anna from Lyall Bay

Have you or your loved one experienced a stroke at any time through your life? Re-Connect is a small community of people living with the effects of stroke who come together twice per week in Kilbirnie to exercise in a safe environment. Classes are run by a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, a retired … View moreHave you or your loved one experienced a stroke at any time through your life? Re-Connect is a small community of people living with the effects of stroke who come together twice per week in Kilbirnie to exercise in a safe environment. Classes are run by a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, a retired nurse and a personal trainer and rehabilitation exercises are tailored to suit your individual needs.

If you would like more information please go to:

re-connect.nz...
email:info@re-conenct.kiwi
Phone Anna : 022 674 4614

725 days ago

Repaint a doll's bed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.

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727 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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728 days ago

Home and property inspiration delivered to your inbox

Homed

What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View more
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
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728 days ago

Would you be interested in hosting an International Student?

The Team from St Catherine's College

St Catherine's College has new students arriving in January 2023 for Term 1 (and two students for most of the year) so we are looking for homestay families now!

There are students coming for short-term (2, 8 and 10 weeks) as well as two longer-term stays (44 weeks). If you're … View more
St Catherine's College has new students arriving in January 2023 for Term 1 (and two students for most of the year) so we are looking for homestay families now!

There are students coming for short-term (2, 8 and 10 weeks) as well as two longer-term stays (44 weeks). If you're interested in building lifelong friendships, learning about other cultures and offering a kiwi family experience to a young person, please email us at international@scc.school.nz for more information.


Any other questions please get in touch! Yuko, Homestay Coordinator St Catherine's College international@scc.school.nz
ph 04 9398988

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729 days ago

HOST AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

Rachel from Mount Cook

Homes are urgently needed for students arriving to Wellington High School in January 2023.
In particular homes for boys from Germany (year and half year placements) and boys from Japan for term 1 only.

The 2023 homestay fee will be $320 per week.

We are looking for homestay families who are … View more
Homes are urgently needed for students arriving to Wellington High School in January 2023.
In particular homes for boys from Germany (year and half year placements) and boys from Japan for term 1 only.

The 2023 homestay fee will be $320 per week.

We are looking for homestay families who are inclusive, caring, supportive and willing to share their home and Kiwi life with a student. Visiting students want to experience day to day life with a New Zealand family and to feel a part of the family.
Open up the world for your family and be a part of enriching and transforming lives.

www.wellingtonnz.com...

Enquiries to: Di Jordan, homestay@whs.school.nz, 021 020 63860 or 04 385 8911 ext 781

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729 days ago

Have you thought about hosting an international student?

Prue from Island Bay

Wellington High School is looking for host families for boys from Germany, Mexico and Columbia and a girl from Germany. These students are staying for either 6 months or one year. Open up the world for your family and be a part of enriching and transforming lives.

We are looking for homestay … View more
Wellington High School is looking for host families for boys from Germany, Mexico and Columbia and a girl from Germany. These students are staying for either 6 months or one year. Open up the world for your family and be a part of enriching and transforming lives.

We are looking for homestay families who are inclusive, caring, supportive and willing to share their home and Kiwi life with a student. Visiting students want to experience day to day life with a New Zealand family and to feel a part of the family.

The 2023 homestay fee will be $320 per week.

Please contact the Homestay Manager, Di Jordan, on 021 020263860

Thanks!

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