Makara, Wellington

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

631 days ago

World Maths Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Whether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the … View moreWhether the actual crunching of numbers sounds exciting or scary, celebrating World Maths Day can be oodles and oodles of fun! Maths is believed by many people to be one of the hardest subjects to achieve in because of its strictness in needing correct answers, its abstract concepts, and the overall stress involved in succeeding. But don’t let that be intimidating!

World Maths Day is a chance to test your skills, practice maths, and get involved in a worldwide event that celebrates the history of maths to improve the lives of students, parents, and teachers everywhere.

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632 days ago

Newsable… Worth Talking About.

Newsable

Join Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells for your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.

The podcast drops each weekday from 6am on newsable.co.nz or listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods.
Listen now

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632 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key … View more
Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help.
Find out more

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632 days ago

Community Garage Sale Sat 11 Mar ALL PROCEEDS DONATED TO CYCLONE GABRIELLE REBUILD

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Kia Ora everyone,

Our community garage sale is on THIS Saturday 11 March from 9am-2pm.
All proceeds from our St Ninian's sales tables will go to the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. We'll be collecting for the rebuild efforts on the day too - look out for our donation buckets.

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Kia Ora everyone,

Our community garage sale is on THIS Saturday 11 March from 9am-2pm.
All proceeds from our St Ninian's sales tables will go to the victims of Cyclone Gabrielle. We'll be collecting for the rebuild efforts on the day too - look out for our donation buckets.

We'll have all of our usual goodies for sale: baking, household goods, plants, books, toys, games and more. Grab a bargain and help us share some love to those in need.

Cash only. We're at 208 Karori Rd, opposite Karori Normal School

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632 days ago

Pelvic Power Workshop at Community Education

Sue from Brooklyn

On Saturday 18th March I'm running a pelvic floor workshop.
Refine your use and understanding of your pelvic floor muscles for bladder control and improved posture (yes, they are part of your core support).
This workshop is run by Adult Community Education -
www.cecwellington.ac.nz...

633 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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633 days ago

FOUND - Childs glasses in Wilton outside Otari School

Karl from Wilton

Hi we found these sitting on a fence outside Otari School yesterday. We thought a child might have put them there during after school pickup and perhaps forgot them. I'm dropping them off to Otari school this afternoon for whoever to collect.

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640 days ago

What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View more
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.

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633 days ago

Bridge Lessons at Victoria Bridge Club

Marilyn from Wadestown

Bridge Lessons at Victoria Bridge Club. 112 Tinakori Road.
Contact club manager - info@victoriabridge.co.nz

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636 days ago

Karori Lions Karnival

Bulletin Editor from Karori Lions Club

Following up from our very successful Karori Lions Karnival on 19 February, here is our "Thank You" poster directed to all who contributed to, and participated in a very well-received event. The total number of stalls was lower than in recent years, but the quality certainly made up for … View moreFollowing up from our very successful Karori Lions Karnival on 19 February, here is our "Thank You" poster directed to all who contributed to, and participated in a very well-received event. The total number of stalls was lower than in recent years, but the quality certainly made up for that, and those food stalls that were there all had long queues! As usual, we have had many complimentary comments about how our Karnival is such a great community event!

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634 days ago

Adult Pilates Classes

Sue from Karori

Keen to start Pilates. I have a couple of daytime. sessions for one on ones or duos in my studio in Kelburn. Either as a private or with two people
Maybe you just wake up with a cranky body or your knees or hips arent what they use to be. Perhaps your pelvic floor needs some attention or you … View more
Keen to start Pilates. I have a couple of daytime. sessions for one on ones or duos in my studio in Kelburn. Either as a private or with two people
Maybe you just wake up with a cranky body or your knees or hips arent what they use to be. Perhaps your pelvic floor needs some attention or you just want to be more mobile and flexible.
I have 17 years of teaching experience that I would love to share with you.

Whether you aren’t quite ready for a group class or would like a more personalised approach I can tailor a session to meet your goals.
To find out more or to book a session please call 0277128434 or email breathe@sueruffellpilates.co.nz what they used to be!

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635 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats,visit www. census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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635 days ago

Ngaio Repair Cafe

Sandi from Crofton Downs

It's the month of March and that means another Repair Cafe!
We welcome all our neighbours to come to Ngaio Repair Cafe.

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636 days ago

Open Sat

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 4 March) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀


See you Saturday!

636 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I … View more
It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I snapped him/her in the Hutt Estuary on 12 January and sent a report off to the Banding Office as you do and got back a very interesting report about the bird.
He/she was banded on Bell Island, Waimea Inlet, Tasman on 28/05/2022 in his/her 2nd year. Sex is unknown. CT7 is a busy chap, since banding this bird has been re-sighted at Saxton Field, Stoke, Nelson on 28/06/2022 and 19/07/2022. This bird is part of a research study on the morphometrics, population trends, longevity and movements of variable oystercatchers in the Golden/Tasman Bays region.

So, if you see CT7 don't forget to report him/her to the banding office.
Variable oystercatcher/ tōrea (Haematopus unicolor). Bird #14 in 2023.

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