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1498 days ago

AMP Kiwisaver changes

Sirda from Karori

Does anyone have any clues as to what this is a good or bad thing?
Thank you
Nearly 2020 savers in AMP scheme told their funds will go passive, fees slashed.

1499 days ago

Hen houses

Kirihika from Island Bay

If you're throwing out any old rabbit hutches / dog houses or hen houses, we will take them in at Tapu te ranga (:

1499 days ago

What would you do with a $13.3 million house?

Reporter Community News

A lavish home, believed to be the largest new build in Wellington in more than a decade, is taking shape above Evans Bay.
The five-bedroom, 1400-square-metre house in Overtoun Terrace in Hataitai will be fitted with two bars, an indoor swimming pool, work areas, massage and games rooms, a “great… View more
A lavish home, believed to be the largest new build in Wellington in more than a decade, is taking shape above Evans Bay.
The five-bedroom, 1400-square-metre house in Overtoun Terrace in Hataitai will be fitted with two bars, an indoor swimming pool, work areas, massage and games rooms, a “great room”, and a home theatre.
It is being constructed on two sections of land, bought for $5.8m in 2016 by Wellington-based siblings Nigel and Susan Stanford.
The combined cost of the land and the house totals $13.3m.

1498 days ago

SENIOR REGIONAL GAMES 2020

Corinne Morris from

Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
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Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
Pickleball run by ASBSC Pickleball
Table tennis run by Table Tennis Wellington
Badminton run by Badminton Wellington Centre
Walking netball run by Netball Wellington Centre
Walking basketball run by Wellington Basketball Association
Indoor bowls run by Mornington Bowling Club
Dancing by Harbour City Rock N Roll Club

We hope to see you there! Register here: www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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1504 days ago

Election Billboards

John from Island Bay

Whilst not condoning the tampering of election billboards I had to laugh at this touch up to Labour's billboard in Berhampore.

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1498 days ago

Voodoo Lily creates a rotten smell

Reporter Community News

Have you smelt something rotten in the air lately? It might because the Amorphophallus Konjac is blooming and the stench is real!
Wellington Gardens have received complaints of blocked loos and dead animals, which confirm that the Voodoo Lily has reached its full smelly potential.
If you're … View more
Have you smelt something rotten in the air lately? It might because the Amorphophallus Konjac is blooming and the stench is real!
Wellington Gardens have received complaints of blocked loos and dead animals, which confirm that the Voodoo Lily has reached its full smelly potential.
If you're keen for a smell of good cheese or rotten meat, pop into the Begonia House during open hours for a sniff.
It won't last long, as the plant stops smelling after a day or two!

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1499 days ago

Sick of snoring? Sleep better with Snorex

Snorex

Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is … View more
Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is breathed in during sleep.

Snorex is a custom made device that holds the jaw forward, opening up the airway and stopping snoring. Made in Stokes Valley for 25 years, each Snorex is custom fitted for comfort and efficacy.

For more information, or to book an appointment, check out our website or call 0800 766 739.
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1499 days ago

A world full of opportunities

Queen Margaret College

Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop … View more
Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop confidence, aim for excellence, take risks, challenge and explore the world around them.

Every child enjoys access to a wide range of exhilarating cultural and sporting opportunities in a progressive, cosmopolitan, safe environment. We value diversity, and inclusivity – and are the school of choice for families from 54 countries worldwide.

Join us for Open Day, Years 4-6 to find out more and discover the difference a QM education will make to your child’s future.

Discover Years 4,5 and 6
Junior School Open Day
Wednesday 28 October
• 9am - 10.20am
• 5pm - 6.20pm

Places are limited. Book to avoid disappointment.
Find out more

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1500 days ago

Monday Sport Blast From The Past

Reporter Community News

Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in … View more
Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in softball, playing for New Zealand and helping her club and Hutt Valley win numerous titles.
League was however her first love and in 2000 Hina was named MVP at the first women’s World Cup, where New Zealand beat Great Britain 26-4.
She was prominent in the Kiwi Ferns retaining the World Cup in 2005 and 2008.
In the 2008 defence, Hina was named MVP for a second time. In the final, New Zealand thrashed Australia 34-0, with Hina scoring two tries and kicking three conversions.
In 2010, she achieved arguably her greatest achievement by being selected to play for the Black Ferns at the World Cup.
She became the first female to win rugby and league World Cups.
Towards the end of her career, Hina was diagnosed with kidney disease and she was unable to fulfill her dream of playing Sevens at the Rio Olympics in 2016.
In 2015, she was inducted as a Hutt Valley Sports Awards legend.

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1499 days ago

Kids' Lit at Marsden

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Kids' Lit woohoo! Marsden hosted the KidsLit Quiz last week welcoming a total of 44 teams from schools around Wellington. What a proud moment when one of our two teams was announced as 2nd place winners, one point behind Wellesley! Huge congratulations to Olive, Holly, Gloria and reserve … View moreKids' Lit woohoo! Marsden hosted the KidsLit Quiz last week welcoming a total of 44 teams from schools around Wellington. What a proud moment when one of our two teams was announced as 2nd place winners, one point behind Wellesley! Huge congratulations to Olive, Holly, Gloria and reserve Valerie (filling in for Bay). Our second team of Isabella, Tiantian, Abigail and Manon (Year 6) did a great job too, finishing in the middle of the pack. Thanks to Head of Libraries and Information Centre, Karen Richards for masterminding the logistics. Quiz master Wayne Mills pictured with our Kids' Lit teams.

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1499 days ago

Marsden - Inspiring Girls

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

We love hearing what our Old Girls have gone on to do beyond Marsden :)

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1499 days ago

Residents meeting tonight...at 7.30pm

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

REMINDER FOR TO NIGHT....

Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this Tuesday the 20th of October) meeting of the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association meeting at St Mathews Church at 7.30pm. We hope to see you there...the heaters will be on!

Tuesday's Agenda attached. Yours … View more
REMINDER FOR TO NIGHT....

Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this Tuesday the 20th of October) meeting of the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association meeting at St Mathews Church at 7.30pm. We hope to see you there...the heaters will be on!

Tuesday's Agenda attached. Yours sincerely,

Carl Savage

Secretary

for and on behalf of

*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)

Tuesday 20 October 2020

7.30pm

Future meetings at St Mathews Church, 96 Washington Ave, Brooklyn

2021 dates - Tuesday 2nd February 2021(provisionally to be confirmed); Tuesday 16th March 2021; Tuesday 18 May 2021; AGM 15 June 2021

Past meetings 2020 - General Election Candidates meeting Tuesday 25 August; Tuesday 20 October

AGENDA

1. Apologies:

2. Minutes of last meeting & matters arising

3. Finance $1,878.52 (as at 12/10/2020)

4. Business

(a) WCC Spatial Plan on housing – GBRAI submission

(b) Ohiro Road / Cleveland Street / Todman Street intersection discussions continued

(c) Harrison Street Council social housing construction update and proposal for a turning area

(d) Report back from representatives on Community liaison Group & WCC and contracted operators within WCC landfill; WCC run southern landfill Resource Consent status / extension and status of C & D landfill and T & T landfills

(e) Prince of Wales water reservoir – latest update

(f) Update on the Kingston bus hub and speed cushions (as opposed to judder bars)

(g) Brooklyn School re-development – completion in late October?

seeking another volunteer to advocate specifically for Kingston

(h) relocating meetings from St Mathews due to it being sold

(i) other items

1499 days ago

Wooden bedside table with cute details

Giulia from Newtown

A few scratched but otherwise great conditions. I think I still have the original handles if you don't like those ones.
Pick up Island bay!

Price: $30

1503 days ago

Possible Covid-19 case in Wellington

Reporter Community News

A person in Wellington has returned a “weak” suspected Covid-19 test, weeks after completing their isolation.
It is the capital’s first possible case outside the Government’s managed isolation and quarantine facilities in more than a month.
In a statement the Ministry of Health said the … View more
A person in Wellington has returned a “weak” suspected Covid-19 test, weeks after completing their isolation.
It is the capital’s first possible case outside the Government’s managed isolation and quarantine facilities in more than a month.
In a statement the Ministry of Health said the person returned from the United States in September and completed their 14 days in isolation on September 21.
They then became sick after completing the mandatory 14 days isolation while in Wellington this week and sought medical care. The details around the sickness are unknown.
The person returned a “weak” positive test on Thursday, meaning the infection was likely historical, and has since been transferred to a quarantine facility in Wellington.
The Ministry of Health is conducting further testing but testing to date suggest a historical infection is highly likely.

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1500 days ago

Garden services, weeding, hedge trimming, tree maintenance, section clears

George from Electric Landscapes

For all your garden needs, from basic weeding to garden make overs get in touch with George from Electric Landscapes.
021 026 78421

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