Owhiro Bay, Wellington

687 days ago

Wellington Pacifica Festival -Saturday 11th February from midday

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Wellington Pacifica Festival, Saturday 11th Februaray - if you want to see the sights and sounds of the Pacific and have Saturday afternoon free, we recommend you head down to the Wellington waterfront tomorrow from midday...wellington.govt.nz...

687 days ago

Chair makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Jazz up a tired set of wicker chairs with eye-popping colours and Resene FX Metallic paint.

Find out how to add a little shimmer of your own with these easy instructions.

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687 days ago

Keep Summer Rolling in Kāpiti

Kapiti Coast NZ

Looking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.

Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. … View more
Looking to extend summer? We’ve been holding on to it for you, here on the Kāpiti Coast.

Those feel-good vibes can be found everywhere - from the 40km of sandy beaches stretching from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki, to the lush flora and fauna found in plentiful pockets of untouched nature. You’ll be greeted with a quintessential relaxed coastal atmosphere with a microclimate that everyone talks about.

Just 40 Minutes from Wellington, plan your visit, choose your pace and keep the good times rolling.
Find out more

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688 days ago

Playtime at St Hilda's (Island Bay) confirmation

Clive from Island Bay

St Hilda's playtime restarts on Friday. We are reopening our play time for under 5's this Friday Feb 10th from 9.30- 12.30. The outside play area has been refurbished and is ready for use. For a trial period we will be open again on Tuesday and Friday mornings until we can get an idea … View moreSt Hilda's playtime restarts on Friday. We are reopening our play time for under 5's this Friday Feb 10th from 9.30- 12.30. The outside play area has been refurbished and is ready for use. For a trial period we will be open again on Tuesday and Friday mornings until we can get an idea of what works for parents and caregivers.
The toys, playthings and coffee will be there again so come and enjoy a relaxing time with your toddler and other caregivers and parents.

If you are a new parent or have a toddler come and give it a try! Parking is available.
We appreciate a donation to help cover costs.

Another community activity by the volunteers at St Hilda’s.
We are at 311 the Parade (opposite Patricia's pie shop)

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688 days ago

Quiz night

Mark Wood from Rotary Club of Karori

Karori Rotary quiz night, One Fat Bird, 7.00 pm Sunday 5 March. Proceeds will go to Youth Suicide Prevention. Email KaroriRotary@gmail.com with 'quiz night' in the subject line to reserve your table of six. $25/person.

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690 days ago

Poll: Are you happy with your local council?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be … View more
With rising inflation, the pressure is piling on councils this year to tighten their budgets to keep rates payments down for households across the country.
Overall, do you feel that your council and community board does a good job for your area?

If you don't wish for your replies to be used in the We Say You Say column, include NFP in your comment.

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Are you happy with your local council?
  • 7.6% Yes, we are really lucky with our local council
    7.6% Complete
  • 22.7% Yes, I'm fairly happy with my local council
    22.7% Complete
  • 59% No, I'm really unhappy with my local council
    59% Complete
  • 10.7% I'm indifferent
    10.7% Complete
2406 votes
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688 days ago

Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meetings

Peter from Karori

Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meetings:

Ki ora,

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 14th February at 10:30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road (In the Recreation Room, just past the kitchen);

Find reception in the carpark, by driving down the drive.
Huntleigh Home provides a … View more
Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meetings:

Ki ora,

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 14th February at 10:30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road (In the Recreation Room, just past the kitchen);

Find reception in the carpark, by driving down the drive.
Huntleigh Home provides a self-service coffee and tea area.
We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.
Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

697 days ago

Qualified Carpenters looking for work

R-squared Construction

Wellington-based Builders

Are you wanting to make your design idea for your home a reality? upgrading your kitchen or bathroom? Need a new addition to your home? Or perhaps you're ready to start from scratch with a new build.


Whatever your project is, R-Squared construction has the … View more
Wellington-based Builders

Are you wanting to make your design idea for your home a reality? upgrading your kitchen or bathroom? Need a new addition to your home? Or perhaps you're ready to start from scratch with a new build.


Whatever your project is, R-Squared construction has the experience and expertise to manage your project and bring your dream idea for your home come to life.


Our team of skilled professionals will work closely with you to understand your vision and bring it to fruition. We use only the highest quality materials and the latest construction techniques to ensure that your home is not only beautiful but also built to last.


Don't wait any longer to turn your dream home into a reality. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and see what we can do for you. R-Squared, where imaginations and craftsmanship meet.

689 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Our February issue of our Seniors Newsletter is out now. In this issue we're keeping you in the know how on copper withdrawal and how that may affect you, plus lots more.

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689 days ago

Courage

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Courage doesn’t always come easily. Some are naturally born with confidence, while others may need an extra boost. We help young learners build confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed in and out of school. Our fun and engaging maths and English tuition is personalised to each … View moreCourage doesn’t always come easily. Some are naturally born with confidence, while others may need an extra boost. We help young learners build confidence in themselves and their ability to succeed in and out of school. Our fun and engaging maths and English tuition is personalised to each child’s learning style and needs.

Learn more about NumberWorks’nWords maths and English tutoring.

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690 days ago

Be more sustainable - learn how to make period or leakage panties

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Want to be more sustainable this year? Got basic sewing skills?
Why not learn how to make your own period or leakage undies for yourself, family and friends at our one day workshop on 25th March.


www.kacc.org.nz...

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690 days ago

Want to take up art but feeling nervous - try our Dogs Dinner Art Class

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Want to take up art but feeling nervous - try our Dogs Dinner Art Class!

It was such a success last term we're running the Dogs Dinner Art Class again.

Lauren, from artBRAIN, will walk you through step by step lessons on how to improve your technical art skills and unleash your own … View more
Want to take up art but feeling nervous - try our Dogs Dinner Art Class!

It was such a success last term we're running the Dogs Dinner Art Class again.

Lauren, from artBRAIN, will walk you through step by step lessons on how to improve your technical art skills and unleash your own creativity. She couldn't care less how 'rubbish' you are at art because art can totally be taught in her opinion!

www.kacc.org.nz...

690 days ago

Beginner paining courses in Acrylics and Watercolour

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Two beginner courses in painting starting over the next couple of weeks so you can try your hand at either watercolour or acrylics.
The beginner watercolour and mixed media class starts this Thursday night.

www.kacc.org.nz...

Next Monday evening the introduction class to Acrylics kicks off … View more
Two beginner courses in painting starting over the next couple of weeks so you can try your hand at either watercolour or acrylics.
The beginner watercolour and mixed media class starts this Thursday night.

www.kacc.org.nz...

Next Monday evening the introduction class to Acrylics kicks off for the first time!

www.kacc.org.nz...

690 days ago

New drawing courses at KACC

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Fancy learning to draw? We have a couple of new courses for beginners starting this week at Karori Arts and Crafts. Sign up now.

www.kacc.org.nz...

www.kacc.org.nz...

690 days ago

In Bed with Schoenberg at Circa Theatre (25 Feb – 17 Mar)

Circa Theatre

Eccentric Austrian composer meets live string quartet. Playwright Dave Armstrong, Director Conrad Newport and Producer Caroline Armstrong, the team that brought you Rita and Douglas, Central and The Surprise Party, are delighted to present the world premiere of In Bed with Schoenberg.

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Eccentric Austrian composer meets live string quartet. Playwright Dave Armstrong, Director Conrad Newport and Producer Caroline Armstrong, the team that brought you Rita and Douglas, Central and The Surprise Party, are delighted to present the world premiere of In Bed with Schoenberg.

This fabulous combination of theatre and live classical music opens at Circa on 25 February and runs until 17 March. With musical direction from Donald Armstrong (Associate concertmaster NZSO) and a stellar performance from Andrew Laing (Wonderful, Gifted) as Schoenberg, In Bed with Schoenberg is a delicious Viennese pastry filled with comedy, drama and exquisite live classical music by Bach, Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Mahler, Lehar, Schoenberg and more.

Book at circa.co.nz or call 04 801 7992.
Book now

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