Strathmore Park, Wellington

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128 days ago

Only 5 days left to adopt one of our gorgeous SPCA long-stay animals for free

The Team from SPCA Wellington - Centre & Op Shops

Are you the Special Someone our animals have been looking for?

Until Sun 21 July only, we are waiving adoption fees for our long-stay residents for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a … View more
Are you the Special Someone our animals have been looking for?

Until Sun 21 July only, we are waiving adoption fees for our long-stay residents for the right home.*

They might be older, shy, have only three legs or just need that extra bit of attention and care – but they all deserve a loving home. And they have been waiting for a long time for that Special Love!

Look for the ‘Special Love Needed’ tag on our adoption profiles, check you can provide what they need to flourish & apply online at www.spca.nz...

*The offer applies to animals looking for homes for more than 40 days; our usual adoption criteria and processes apply.

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128 days ago

Winter Gardening

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.

As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View more
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.

As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.

Click read more for the full story.

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128 days ago

Hit and Run - Ghuznee Street

The Team from Wellington District Police

Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.

Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.

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Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.

Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.

If you are the owner of this vehicle, please contact us.

We would also like to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or who saw a similar make and model car around Ghuznee Street, or heading north towards the Hutt Valley, about 10:50pm on the night of the incident.

A number of people have come forward with information and spoken to Police since this tragic incident, and we ask anyone who has not yet spoken to us to get in touch, especially if you have video of the incident.

Information can be provided to Police by calling 105 or making an online report at 105.police.govt.nz using “Update Report”. Please reference the file number 240617/0598

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130 days ago

Caring For You Like Family

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experienceView more
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
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130 days ago

Skylanders bulk lot for sale - Selling - Swap Force - $59 - Happy to post

Aarron from Strathmore Park

Selling a bulk lot of Skylanders from the Swap Force game.

$59 for the lot

Pickup available Strathmore Park Wellington

Happy to post $10 Nationwide Urban - $15 Rural

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Selling a bulk lot of Skylanders from the Swap Force game.

$59 for the lot

Pickup available Strathmore Park Wellington

Happy to post $10 Nationwide Urban - $15 Rural

All the characters also work in the other games.

Compatible with Wii, Xbox One, Xbox 350, Wii U, PS3, PS4 and Nintendo 3DS console games.

All photos of the real items taken by myself, please zoom in for even more detail.

Includes 10 characters
BlastZone (Swapper)
Slobbertooth
Zoo Lou
Knockout Terrafin
Bumble Blast
Scorp
Ninja Stealth Elf
Countdown
Roller Brawl
Rip tide

Extra Level - Tower of time - included

Includes Sky Diamond Magic item

Price: $59

138 days ago

For a bit of fun...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

What old products do you miss? Some products do become part of your life, whether it's just a treat you have at the cinema or your favourite breakfast spread.

Do you have a childhood memory to share? Let us know below what products you still think of fondly!

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131 days ago

2 weeks left to enter the Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp!

Winter Puzzle

Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.

The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find … View more
Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.

The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.

The Team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
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132 days ago

Enjoy fragrant lilies thanks to NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

This July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.

With a subscription … View more
This July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.

With a subscription to NZ Gardener, you’ll enjoy professional and inspirational garden advice, convenient monthly delivery to your home, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, big savings off the retail price, PLUS subscribe before 28 July to enjoy free lily bulbs! *T&Cs apply.
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133 days ago

Book Week

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Wintertime is reading time! Forget about the cold outside and snuggle up with an amazing book from your Red Cross shop!

20 books for $10.00!

We hope to see you here soon!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie

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133 days ago

Fun house

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Enjoy the thrill of the Christmas countdown with a DIY advent calendar that’s choc-filled with festive activities and finished in your favourite Resene testpot colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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134 days ago

Volunteer Home Tutor role - Wellington

Volunteer Wellington

Do you have 1-2 hours a week to help a migrant or former refugee? English Language Partners New Zealand needs volunteer home tutors to teach English to new Kiwis in the Wellington area. When you volunteer to tutor someone with a migrant or refugee background in English, you give them the world. … View moreDo you have 1-2 hours a week to help a migrant or former refugee? English Language Partners New Zealand needs volunteer home tutors to teach English to new Kiwis in the Wellington area. When you volunteer to tutor someone with a migrant or refugee background in English, you give them the world. Your support will help them gain the skills and confidence they need to settle successfully in Aotearoa New Zealand.

As a volunteer tutor, you will learn about different cultures, broaden your horizons, and make meaningful connections with people you might not otherwise have met. As much as you teach your learner, you will learn and be inspired too. A long term commitment is required as comprehensive training is provided. The next Home Tutor Training is scheduled for: 15-17 August 2024.

For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
tinyurl.com...

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134 days ago

Gardens and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

We are 1/3 of the way through winter and the gardens are full if weeds and broken trees?
Don"t the time and capacity ? Then let me do it for you!
Call or text 0272430951 ian
Natures choice Gardening

135 days ago

Skylanders bulk lot for sale - Selling - Spyros Adventure - Happy to post

Aarron from Strathmore Park

Selling a bulk lot of Skylanders from the Spyros Adventure game.

$89 for the lot

Pickup available Strathmore Park Wellington

Happy to post $10 Nationwide Urban - $15 Rural

View more
Selling a bulk lot of Skylanders from the Spyros Adventure game.

$89 for the lot

Pickup available Strathmore Park Wellington

Happy to post $10 Nationwide Urban - $15 Rural

All the characters also work in the other games.

Compatible with Wii, Xbox One, Xbox 350, Wii U, PS3, PS4 and Nintendo 3DS console games.

All photos of the real items taken by myself, please zoom in for even more detail.

17 figure - bulk bundle lot

Including characters
Drobot
Slam Bam
Zook
Gill Grunt
Terrafin
Dino-Rang
Flameslinger
Lightning Rod
Wrecking Ball
Warnado

Extra Level - Empire of Ice - included

Includes 6 Magic items
Time Twister
Anvil rain
Twin Swords
Magic Elixir
Winged boots
Sky Iron shield

Other searchable keywords.
Activision toys, toys for bob

Price: $89

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135 days ago

BIRD black and white found

Marisa from Strathmore Park

Has anyone lost their bird, possibly a Magpie. It has blue tags and it’s legs. Unfortunately a cat got it.

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135 days ago

Golden Retriever Puppies

Nicky from Seatoun

Is it time for your family to enjoy some Golden love? Freja, a pedigree Golden Retriever in Wadestown, is expecting 8-10 puppies at the end of July. Both parents are fully tested and the puppies will have complete pedigree papers. They’ll be ready to go to their new homes in October. If this is … View moreIs it time for your family to enjoy some Golden love? Freja, a pedigree Golden Retriever in Wadestown, is expecting 8-10 puppies at the end of July. Both parents are fully tested and the puppies will have complete pedigree papers. They’ll be ready to go to their new homes in October. If this is the right time for your family, contact Andrew at holdenandrewj@gmail.com

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