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544 days ago

Was the council wrong to decline this rātā blossom sculpture?

Reporter The Post

A community business group backed by Wētā Workshop is contesting a decision which saw its bid to build a sculpture of a rātā blossom on a piece of council-owned land declined.
The group wanted the sculpture to sit below the Wellington sign on the hill at the north end of the airport, but the … View more
A community business group backed by Wētā Workshop is contesting a decision which saw its bid to build a sculpture of a rātā blossom on a piece of council-owned land declined.
The group wanted the sculpture to sit below the Wellington sign on the hill at the north end of the airport, but the council said no.
Let us know what you think.

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517 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A belated Friday Feathered Friend. This week we feature a top pic from Andrew Gorrie, who enjoys photographing birds in his Kelson garden.

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515 days ago

Free Teen Arts & Crafts Workshop

Daisey Bingham from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Karori Arts & Crafts, with sponsorship from Karori Rotary Club, has a series of FREE workshops starting the first week of the school holidays.
The first in the series is Scrap Happy Embroidery on 4 July from 1 to 4pm. Visit our website for a full description of the course www.kacc.org.nz...
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Karori Arts & Crafts, with sponsorship from Karori Rotary Club, has a series of FREE workshops starting the first week of the school holidays.
The first in the series is Scrap Happy Embroidery on 4 July from 1 to 4pm. Visit our website for a full description of the course www.kacc.org.nz...
To register please email info@KACC.org.nz

515 days ago

Snow is forecast!

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

The annual Greytown Festival of Christmas returns with a flurry of excitement this weekend. Remarkably, snow is forecast for this year's mid-winter festival and Greytown is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland for the entire month of July. Sparkly lights and magical projections on … View moreThe annual Greytown Festival of Christmas returns with a flurry of excitement this weekend. Remarkably, snow is forecast for this year's mid-winter festival and Greytown is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland for the entire month of July. Sparkly lights and magical projections on the Main Street every evening, snowfall flurries, stargazing, treasure hunts, plus shopping and festive eating & drinking. The jam-packed programme of events, workshops, food, live music and fun can be found here: www.greytownvillage.com....

The first major act of the 2023 festival is the "WBS Big Switch", kicking off from 3pm this Saturday 1 July. Coinciding with the first day of the July School Holidays, the Big Switch is the first reveal to visitors and locals of the festive snow-themed atmosphere, with lighting on for the first time along Greytown's Main St, and a chance to grab a bite to eat from food trucks, browse stores and night markets, get a selfie in the 'snow', and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display at 7pm. Warming up winter - come and join us in Wairarapa.

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516 days ago
516 days ago

Are you lost without internet?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

The internet is a wonderful thing. It’s how many of us work, study and play. It’s a
big part of how we do what we do every day.

So, when we have issues with our broadband, it can be frustrating. Without it, we
can feel lost.

Tried trouble shooting? Tried talking to your provider? Still … View more
The internet is a wonderful thing. It’s how many of us work, study and play. It’s a
big part of how we do what we do every day.

So, when we have issues with our broadband, it can be frustrating. Without it, we
can feel lost.

Tried trouble shooting? Tried talking to your provider? Still stuck?
TDR can help you find your way. Visit www.tdr.org.nz to find out more.
Find out more

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519 days ago

Registering Firearms

Ruth from Aro Valley

Hi neighbours :) I have a quandary to present.
As examples; we register our cars and complete change of ownership paperwork when we sell them. We register our houses and properties when we complete ownership papers/information etc We register our dogs and if they are rehomed the new caregiver is … View more
Hi neighbours :) I have a quandary to present.
As examples; we register our cars and complete change of ownership paperwork when we sell them. We register our houses and properties when we complete ownership papers/information etc We register our dogs and if they are rehomed the new caregiver is required to register them at their property and under their own names. It has/is being suggested we register our cats and their are council initiated restraints on how many we can have in some areas.
But now that there is an act passed into law that people are required to register their guns there is a big hoo-hah about freedoms of ownership and some politicians is getting in on the act declaring they will repeal this law if they gain power.
I would ask, what makes gun ownership so special that the guns should not be tracked individually as a means of containing the possibility of abuse of their use?
Much the same as 'dangerous' dogs are restricted, contained and monitored...shouldn't the same be happening with weapons such as guns which are equally able to main and kill?
Just asking :)

517 days ago

Tai Chi introductory Sessions

Peter from Taoist Tai Chi™ - Wellington

Tai Chi introductory sessions Mondays from 3 July, 1-2:30 pm, at the Mornington Golf Club, 80 Stanley Street, Berhampore.

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520 days ago

Earth Sea Sky Annual Wellington Pop-up

Anita from Mount Victoria

Last week until Thursday 29th June
Mon - Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm
69 Willis St, Up from Unity Books
Quality NZ made outdoor wear & Marino tops.
Gear up for the cold and wet week ahead.

520 days ago

Classic shades

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Transform assorted old brown cane furniture into Cape Cod classics using sandy-toned Resene neutrals and restrained blue accents.

Find out how to transform your own with this handy advice.

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520 days ago

Small biz owner? We're right behind you!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

To all Business Owners, Neighbourly is here to help you keep connected with your neighbours, we’re offering Neighbourly Premium Business Listings FREE for three months.

You’ll feature in the local business directory and be able to post out to your surrounding suburbs once per week
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To all Business Owners, Neighbourly is here to help you keep connected with your neighbours, we’re offering Neighbourly Premium Business Listings FREE for three months.

You’ll feature in the local business directory and be able to post out to your surrounding suburbs once per week
T&Cs apply.
Get Premium now

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520 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

CONSTANT OBSESSION LIFTED

My earliest childhood memories are of me eating food in secret. Up until the age of twenty-three, when I came into recovery, I went to great lengths to steal money from my family, friends and neighbours to buy food.

No matter whose kitchen I was in, at any … View more
CONSTANT OBSESSION LIFTED

My earliest childhood memories are of me eating food in secret. Up until the age of twenty-three, when I came into recovery, I went to great lengths to steal money from my family, friends and neighbours to buy food.

No matter whose kitchen I was in, at any opportunity I had to be alone I would raid the cupboards and fridge. I had huge embarrassment about the way I ate, as I recognised that others didn't eat the same way.

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520 days ago

Free old sheets suitable for dropcloths

Margaret from Kelburn

Box of old sheets, stained, but would make great painter’s drop cloths. Pick up from Kelburn. Phone 0212600687.

Free

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521 days ago

Inverlochy music fest with Planet

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Join us for another exciting Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with Planet. Not to worry if a cushion is not your thing...we have chairs!

PLANET mixes traditional bagpipe airs, with post punk riffs, and a dollop of vaudevillian good humour.
It could be world music, it could be … View more
Join us for another exciting Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with Planet. Not to worry if a cushion is not your thing...we have chairs!

PLANET mixes traditional bagpipe airs, with post punk riffs, and a dollop of vaudevillian good humour.
It could be world music, it could be underground indie rock. It could be psychedelic folk music. But it's always approachable and certainly a lot of fun.

Only $10 Sunday 25 June 5-6pm
Book here www.inverlochy.org.nz......
Find out more about Planet here soundcloud.com...

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521 days ago

“PIQUE ASSIETTE” MOSAIC - MAKE AND TAKE 2 DAY WORKSHOP

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

“PIQUE ASSIETTE” MOSAIC - MAKE AND TAKE 2 DAY WORKSHOP 15 & 16 JULY

Create your own unique and colourful up-cycled artwork using the technique of Pique Assiette Mosaic
Picque Assiette is a style of mosaic that uses ceramic crockery shards, mirror, old tiles, found objects and other … View more
“PIQUE ASSIETTE” MOSAIC - MAKE AND TAKE 2 DAY WORKSHOP 15 & 16 JULY

Create your own unique and colourful up-cycled artwork using the technique of Pique Assiette Mosaic
Picque Assiette is a style of mosaic that uses ceramic crockery shards, mirror, old tiles, found objects and other recycled bits and pieces into a design.

The term “Pique Assiette" has its origins in France and means “stolen plate” or “broken plate”.

There is a long tradition of using broken and discarded materials in folk art in Europe and Latin America, and has been around since the turn of last century, notedly embedded in the works of Architect Gaudi in Barcelona’s Parc Guell.

On day 1 of the workshop you will design and construct your mosaic artwork using hand held tile cutting nippers of various strengths. You will discover how to permanently fix your mosaic pieces to the backing board provided and leave to set overnight.

Day 2 will see you finish, grout and polish your artwork ready to take home and proudly hang on the wall.


There will be buckets of colourful ceramic shards to choose from. Feel free to bring along your treasured old chipped china to carefully cut up and reinterpret into your art piece.

Bring a packed lunch or explore the Te Aro cafes during your half hour lunch break.

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