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1153 days ago

Spring into Tawa.... Volunteer Registration

Tracey from Tawa

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We have been planning the Spring into Tawa event since February this year and although at this stage (under COVID-level 2), we are not certain it can still go ahead, we are certain that if it does, we will need volunteers to help us on the day, which is Saturday … View more
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We have been planning the Spring into Tawa event since February this year and although at this stage (under COVID-level 2), we are not certain it can still go ahead, we are certain that if it does, we will need volunteers to help us on the day, which is Saturday 30th October

If you are available can you please access the link above and complete the web form. If you have any friends or contacts that you think would be available feel free to pass this message onto them also.

We will be making our final decision on 2nd October, as to whether the event will go ahead, so will make further contact with you after that. Thanks for your assistance in the past and hopefully in the future

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1153 days ago

Get your financial life in order with MoneyIQ

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards … View more
Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards a brighter, richer future. You can sign up for free here.

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1153 days ago

Wireless CONTROL Unit

Liam from Tawa

You can buy wireless CONTROL Unit from me now if you want to for $25

Negotiable

1156 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should not be too hard. Who is this?

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1154 days ago

December delights

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

From pine cones to tree-shaped centrepieces, have fun creating your own Christmas decor with Resene’s festive, on-trend colour combinations. Combine your favourite Resene testpot colours to match your Christmas style. Find out how to create your own.

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1156 days ago

Check out Blossom Valley

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We are in Level Two but Upper Hutt's Blossom Valley Festival is still on but it is a ticket only affair.
Blossom Valley runs from September 9 until October 3 at Aston Norwood Gardens, SH2. Daytime session tickets $10 for adults, children under 12 free from blossomvalley.nz.

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1154 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Today we have photographs and words from Simon Woolf.

"The bird feeders are now bringing in a few more different varieties of small birds. Today a flock of greenfinches visited, and a sole yellowhammer! The yellowhammer (pictured right) was a real treat, as you know they are around as they … View more
Today we have photographs and words from Simon Woolf.

"The bird feeders are now bringing in a few more different varieties of small birds. Today a flock of greenfinches visited, and a sole yellowhammer! The yellowhammer (pictured right) was a real treat, as you know they are around as they are very tuneful, however they are difficult to see at times. Our kaka also visited at least twice today!"

1158 days ago

Father and son graduate together

Competenz

Another great story!
Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.

While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he… View more
Another great story!
Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.

While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he has just done is helping keep people safe.

Competenz assessor Neville Muir worked with Bairds throughout their training programme.

“Bobby is very driven to succeed and very organised. He’s also very keen to continue upskilling his crew and there are a lot of different certificates still to do,” he says.

While Bobby is his boss at work, Robert turns back into ‘dad’ at the end of the day. “I give him a hand during the day when he’s got a lot of work on. We have a great relationship and it’s a magic thing to be able to do to work with your son.”

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1154 days ago

Panasonic Counter-Top Multi-Oven

Rocky from Johnsonville

www.panasonic.com... ( never used- manual, but no box )

Price: $85

1154 days ago

Council services and facilities at Alert Level 2

Lessi Riccio from Wellington City Council

Under Alert Level 2, most of Council’s services and facilities have returned to normal operations, but contact tracing, mask wearing and some restrictions will be in place to keep staff and the community safe.

To keep everyone safe when visiting any of our facilities or venues under Alert level … View more
Under Alert Level 2, most of Council’s services and facilities have returned to normal operations, but contact tracing, mask wearing and some restrictions will be in place to keep staff and the community safe.

To keep everyone safe when visiting any of our facilities or venues under Alert level 2:

😷 Wear a mask if you are 12 years and over – unless you hold an exemption from the Ministry of Health COVID-19 website. You can remove masks to eat and drink, and when exercising or swimming.

🤳 Scanning or signing in is a condition of entry for all Council facilities and venues. This applies to visitors, contractors and couriers entering our spaces.

↔️ Most sites will need to limit the number of visitors to provide 2-metres social distancing for them – please follow the signs and guidance of our staff.

💛 Please follow the guidance of our staff and signage to keep everyone safe when sharing our spaces.

As the Health Order we are following has not been released by central government, this guidance may be subject to change.

For more information on our services and facilities during Alert Level 2, visit our news channel, Our Wellington: wellington.govt.nz...

#OurWellington #TōTātouPōneke

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1157 days ago

We can solve this WCC

Briony from Khandallah

Took these pictures on one walk this week - 5 disposable masks just dropped on the road and footpaths along Cashmere Ave and Burma Rd area. Yep, totally agree that people should simply not drop them, but also firmly believe that Council and Metlink etc should support this by installing bins at … View moreTook these pictures on one walk this week - 5 disposable masks just dropped on the road and footpaths along Cashmere Ave and Burma Rd area. Yep, totally agree that people should simply not drop them, but also firmly believe that Council and Metlink etc should support this by installing bins at every bus stop. Train stations have them already, but bus stops don't. As a litter-picker-upper I can also confirm that drink boxes and cans, and snack and takeaway wrappers are more densely discarded near bus stops and in gutters on main routes.

So WCC, please can we respond, adapt and roll with this changed world we live in - and install rubbish bins (even a recycling option if we were going to be truly innovative...) at bus stops all across Wellington? We can support and encourage people to be responsible (dog walkers included probably!) and clean up our roads and neighborhoods at the same time. Simple really.

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1154 days ago

Do you need cash

Jamie from Tawa

I am a picker looking to purchase antique/vintage/retro items. I pay cash on the spot for anything interesting. Please get in touch by either email or text.
Kind regards
Jamie P
02109195842
jamieandchantellepotbury@gmail.com

1154 days ago

WOW cancelled due to Covid-19

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The World of WearableArt (WOW) show has been cancelled due to Covid-19.
The annual WOW show was earlier postponed, but it was announced on Thursday that the 2021 show will not be running.
The annual WOW show was worth $28 million to the Wellington economy in 2019.

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1155 days ago

Update on library services under Alert Level 2

Fiona from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Things will be a little different under Alert Level 2, but we’re pleased to welcome you back to most of our libraries with reduced hours from 10am Thursday 9 September 2021. He Matapihi Library will follow on Monday 13 September.

To keep you and our teams safe we’ll be asking people to sign … View more
Things will be a little different under Alert Level 2, but we’re pleased to welcome you back to most of our libraries with reduced hours from 10am Thursday 9 September 2021. He Matapihi Library will follow on Monday 13 September.

To keep you and our teams safe we’ll be asking people to sign in, wear a mask and follow physical distancing. Find out more about how we’re keeping everyone safe here: wcl.govt.nz...
Don’t worry about rushing to return any items on loan – we’ve extended the due date for all items until at least 28 September 2021.

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1155 days ago

'Poo in a loo and don't leave your rubbish', DOC rangers tell Kiwis

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A DOC report says Kiwis have been exploring the outdoors in record numbers but their behaviour has not always been up to scratch.
Rangers say kiwis enjoying the great outdoors are failing to use toilets, littering, letting their dogs run rampant and damaging conservation areas in off-road vehicles.… View more
A DOC report says Kiwis have been exploring the outdoors in record numbers but their behaviour has not always been up to scratch.
Rangers say kiwis enjoying the great outdoors are failing to use toilets, littering, letting their dogs run rampant and damaging conservation areas in off-road vehicles.
Have you been out and about more since our borders have been closed and what is your experience?

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