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1901 days ago

Architecture Book Club: Expanded fields

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Date: Thursday, 26 September, 2019
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Cost:  Free. No registration required, seats are limited. Come early to secure a seat.
Location: Taiwhanaga Kahau — Auditorium (lower ground floor), Corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Wellington. Entrance on Aitken Street.

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Date: Thursday, 26 September, 2019
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Cost:  Free. No registration required, seats are limited. Come early to secure a seat.
Location: Taiwhanaga Kahau — Auditorium (lower ground floor), Corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Wellington. Entrance on Aitken Street.

Book panel discussion with a difference
Join us for a book club panel discussion with a difference. A diverse group of panellists will discuss a selection of New Zealand books on the theme of ‘expanded fields’ to explore how we can think more deeply about the realm of Architecture.
Selected texts

The selected texts for discussion are:

Architecture in an Expanded Field: Selected essays
DRAWING IS/NOT BUILDING: Editors: Christina Barton, Sarah Treadwell and Simon Twose
False Divides: by Lana Lopesi
Christchurch Ruptures: by Katie Pickles

This event is part of the NZIA’s festival of Architecture from 20-29 September which provides a range of free events across Wellington and New Zealand open to anyone with an interest in Architecture.

About the Festival of Architecture
The Festival of Architecture is an annual series of engaging, enjoyable and almost entirely free events that celebrate and investigate the role of architecture in improving the quality of life in Aotearoa New Zealand’s towns and cities.

The Festival, co-ordinated by the New Zealand Institute of Architects along with other organisations interested in widening the understanding of architecture in New Zealand, matches people of all ages and levels of architectural interest with activities that will extend their knowledge of architecture and design.

The 2019 Festival of Architecture programme includes a variety of mostly free events: speakers and presentations, building and walking tours, exhibitions, open studios (meet a ‘real’ architect), design competitions, debates and workshops. What makes a building or public space good or great? What influences are shaping our buildings today, and what pressures will shape them into the future?

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1902 days ago

Overcoming Obstacles

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.

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1903 days ago

Bee Awareness Month

Daniel Melbye from Wellington City Council

It's Bee Awareness Month! Get bees moving in with bee-friendly plants - like honeywort, lavender and thyme. Bees are an essential part of our ecosystem. For more bee tips head to www.wellington.govt.nz...

1903 days ago

Loans built for small business

Prospa

Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed … View more
Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed as a time-strapped business owner – and the funds were immediately put to use on upgrades and kitchen renovations.
Find out more

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1903 days ago

How to avoid war with the neighbours

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you fallen out with a neighbour? Rising tensions can make some situations difficult to negotiate.

Click here to find out some handy tips for sorting things out if issues arise.

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1903 days ago

Touch Wood?

Eve from Brooklyn

Hiya everyone, I have a new small business that I am trying to get up and running, however every turn costs $$$$$ I have tried Facebook ad etc... but they are so expensive, and only give fake likes etc haha...I got some awesome feedback last week putting this here,so I thought I would try again! :)… View moreHiya everyone, I have a new small business that I am trying to get up and running, however every turn costs $$$$$ I have tried Facebook ad etc... but they are so expensive, and only give fake likes etc haha...I got some awesome feedback last week putting this here,so I thought I would try again! :)

So anyway here is the website www.woodenbetonit.com...

(www.facebook.com/woodenbetonit and www.instagram.com...)

If you like what we have, would love likes or shares on FB, Insta etc, but also totally receptive to ideas for getting the word out! and as a thank you by using the code "welcome10" you can get 10% off total purchases, including sales! :)

Thanks everyone, and touch wood! :D

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1903 days ago

Pop in for a cut, shave or trim now!

Aaron Graham from Hataitai Family Barbers

It is a beautiful day and we have a chair free. Why not take a stroll in the sun and Pop in for a quick tidy up. We are open till 4pm today. Unfortunately we will be closed tomorrow (Sunday) due to staff shortages. (If you know a barber looking for work let us know!)

1903 days ago

Newtown for the win!

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

Contest season got off to a great start on Wednesday with laughter, "extraordinary friends", teenage eyerolls and the best advice you've been given. Well done again to everyone who took part - as Jeanette said during the Table Topics bonus round, you're heros :)

Special thanks … View more
Contest season got off to a great start on Wednesday with laughter, "extraordinary friends", teenage eyerolls and the best advice you've been given. Well done again to everyone who took part - as Jeanette said during the Table Topics bonus round, you're heros :)

Special thanks to those from other clubs who helped with judging - and our very welcome guests!

Placing:

Humorous Speech Contest
3rd: Ishani
2nd: Victoria
1st: Aya

Table Topics Contest
3rd: Brent
2nd: Victoria
1st: Finnian

1904 days ago

Vinyasa Yoga on Saturday mornings - Aro Valley Community Centre (9 am - 60 mins) - Brooklyn Community Centre (10.30 am - 75 mins) Blue Ocean Yoga

Jenn from Brooklyn

Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be returning tomorrow to lead two class on Saturday morning. The first will be a 60 min yoga class at the Aro Valley Community Center at 9 am and the second will be a 75 min yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center at 10.30 am.

This will … View more
Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be returning tomorrow to lead two class on Saturday morning. The first will be a 60 min yoga class at the Aro Valley Community Center at 9 am and the second will be a 75 min yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center at 10.30 am.

This will be a gentle, but strong practice and guaranteed to get you moving.

Classes will be held Saturday mornings for the following dates listed below:

2019 Schedule (2020 schedule coming soon)

31 August
7, 14, 21 and 28 September
(Please note: no class on 21 September in Brooklyn due to the Brooklyn Community Market that has been scheduled. Consideration for an alternate location).

5, 12, 19 and 26 October
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 November
7, 14 and 21 December
(Please note: no class on 7 December in Brooklyn due to the Brooklyn Community Market that has been scheduled. Depending on weather, we might be able to have a class outside).

Parking available at the Brooklyn Community center (car park or on street).

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me directly or call.

All levels welcome/drop in. Please bring your mat!

Look forward to seeing all of you there.

Kind regards

Jenn

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1904 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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