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2209 days ago

The Saving of Old St Paul's (Public History Talk)

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Elizabeth Cox, author of the recently published A friend indeed: the saving of Old St Paul’s will discuss the heritage battle during the 1950s–1960s to decide the future of the church.

Wednesday 7 November - 12:10pm - 1:00pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor) National Library corner Molesworth … View more
Elizabeth Cox, author of the recently published A friend indeed: the saving of Old St Paul’s will discuss the heritage battle during the 1950s–1960s to decide the future of the church.

Wednesday 7 November - 12:10pm - 1:00pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor) National Library corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Throndon

Opened in 1866, a century later St Paul’s Church in Thorndon, Wellington was facing a future of demolition, dismemberment or relocation from its site. This talk will discuss the heritage battle during the 1950s–1960s to decide the future of the church, and discuss some of the personalities and organisations that entered the fray. It will also consider the developing and differing concepts of what 'heritage' is in New Zealand, concepts which were put to the test during the sometimes bitter fight to save the church, one of the first and most important heritage battles in New Zealand conservation history.

Elizabeth Cox is a Wellington heritage consultant, and a senior historian at Manatū Taonga the Ministry for Culture and Heritage. She has researched and written about the social history of many of Wellington’s most important heritage buildings. For a number of years she has undertaken a project to explore the social history of Wellington city through the lens of just one building, Old St Paul's; this project can be found at www.osphistory.org.... Her book about the saving of the church, A Friend Indeed: The Saving of Old St Paul's, was launched by the Prime Minister earlier this year. She also blogs about Wellington heritage issues at www.bayheritage.co.nz....
These monthly Public History Talks are a collaboration between and National Library and the Ministry for Culture and Heritage. The talks are recorded live, and are available as a podcast here: newzealandhistory.podbean.com...

Image: Cover of A friend indeed: the saving of Old St Paul’s by Elizabeth Cox (Wellington: Friends of Old St Paul’s Society, 2017)

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2209 days ago

Malaghan Month

Just Paterson

Throwback to the end of last years Malaghan Month! Last year's recipients of the Dominion Post found an extra little surprise in their Saturday morning paper.

This year, as we wind up #MalaghanMonth 2018, we just want to thank everyone that helped us support these great individuals in their … View more
Throwback to the end of last years Malaghan Month! Last year's recipients of the Dominion Post found an extra little surprise in their Saturday morning paper.

This year, as we wind up #MalaghanMonth 2018, we just want to thank everyone that helped us support these great individuals in their fight to save so many lives.

We also want to assure them that we will continue to support them into the indefinite future. Keep up the great work team 🙂

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2210 days ago

Look out for rates invoice and new rateable value

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We’re sending rates invoices out this week – payment is due by 1 December. We’re also reviewing the rating values of all properties. This year’s revaluation will be a snapshot of the market as at 1 September 2018. We’ll let property owners know their new rateable values in November. To … View moreWe’re sending rates invoices out this week – payment is due by 1 December. We’re also reviewing the rating values of all properties. This year’s revaluation will be a snapshot of the market as at 1 September 2018. We’ll let property owners know their new rateable values in November. To find out more click here.

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2210 days ago

Poll: Should fireworks be banned?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.

Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.

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Should fireworks be banned?
  • 18.4% Yes - get rid of them altogether
    18.4% Complete
  • 59.5% No - let's keep professional public displays only
    59.5% Complete
  • 18.2% No - I think they're great
    18.2% Complete
  • 3.8% I don't mind either way
    3.8% Complete
5408 votes
2210 days ago

Pay for parking on your smartphone!

PayMyPark

Hi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.

Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!

Benefits
- … View more
Hi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.

Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!

Benefits
- You pay only for parking time you use - no need to guess how long you need to pay for parking.
- If you finish early, you can stop the parking time and get a refund to your account.
- You can easily extend your parking time remotely, no need to run back to the parking meter, no more searching for coins.
- Simplify your business parking costs with one account for all your vehicles.
Download PayMyPark here!

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2210 days ago

NEW LISTING: 44/70 Hobson Street, Thorndon

Di Austin Real Estate

Affordable Sun Filled Apartment...

'Hobson Court' is situated in popular Thorndon and is superbly sited for easy access and all local amenities. Positioned on the 4th floor on the north side, this recently refurbished 50m2 apartment enjoys full afternoon sun. Features include a … View more
Affordable Sun Filled Apartment...

'Hobson Court' is situated in popular Thorndon and is superbly sited for easy access and all local amenities. Positioned on the 4th floor on the north side, this recently refurbished 50m2 apartment enjoys full afternoon sun. Features include a spacious double bedroom with a built-in wardrobe, a separate storage hall cupboard, and a light and sunny combined lounge/dining area with a separate kitchen which has excellent cupboard space. This popular well managed Building is Unit Titled on Freehold land. Enjoys easy access to the city. View now.

TENDER CLOSES: Wednesday, 21 November 2018 at 12:00pm, Harcourts Wellington City Office (Not selling prior).

OPEN HOMES:
Thursday 1 Nov 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 4 Nov 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Thursday 8 Nov 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 11 Nov 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Thursday 15 Nov 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday 18 Nov 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

MORE INFO: harcourts.co.nz...

Negotiable

2210 days ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR STORIES!

The National Team from

From treating infectious patients, to teaching music, to becoming a home for animals as our Wellington Centre, the former Wellington Fever Hospital has seen a lot in its almost 100 years of service!

With the building’s 100th birthday in March 2019, we are gearing up to celebrate and are on the … View more
From treating infectious patients, to teaching music, to becoming a home for animals as our Wellington Centre, the former Wellington Fever Hospital has seen a lot in its almost 100 years of service!

With the building’s 100th birthday in March 2019, we are gearing up to celebrate and are on the search for people who have been involved in the old Fever Hospital’s vast history!

Have you walked down the Fever Hospital's halls? We would love to hear from you!

Please get in touch by emailing our Functions team at wellington.functions@spca.nz

2210 days ago

Do you have some time and want to give back to the Community?

Diana Young from Mary Potter Hospice

Mary Potter Hospice Newtown currently has some Volunteer Hospitality Meal Service vacancies. For more details please see attached.

2210 days ago

Public transport is continuing to run following this afternoon's earthquake

Community Engagement Advisor from

That was a pretty big earthquake! We have gotten word from our operators and all trains, ferries and buses are continuing to run.


The first train service on each line is running at reduced speed as a precaution, but this will create further delays.
These delays will continue through peak, so … View more
That was a pretty big earthquake! We have gotten word from our operators and all trains, ferries and buses are continuing to run.


The first train service on each line is running at reduced speed as a precaution, but this will create further delays.
These delays will continue through peak, so look out for updates and please check before you travel.

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2210 days ago

Breaking news: Earthquake rattles central New Zealand

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View more
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.

We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.

So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand

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2210 days ago

Poll: Does your family take part in trick-or-treating?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!

The New … View more
Hi neighbours,

Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!

The New Zealand police are encouraging parents, caregivers, and children to celebrate Halloween, on Wednesday, safely. To read police advice, click here.

Also, for tips on how to make your home seem scary or how to celebrate Halloween without the sugar rush, click here.

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Does your family take part in trick-or-treating?
  • 13.6% Yes
    13.6% Complete
  • 80.9% No
    80.9% Complete
  • 5% We sometimes go trick-or-treating
    5% Complete
  • 0.6% We're doing trunk-or-treat this year
    0.6% Complete
2655 votes
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2210 days ago

packing boxes?

Nida from Thorndon

Does anyone have spare packing boxes?

Free

2210 days ago

Better of Together - Get involved!

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington

In response to World Day of the Poor, groups around the Wellington region are hosting events throughout the week of 12 – 18 November under the umbrella – Better off Together / He Waka Eke Noa.

Vinnies Wellington is hosting a Free Shop and Community Lunch on Saturday 17 November. We currently … View more
In response to World Day of the Poor, groups around the Wellington region are hosting events throughout the week of 12 – 18 November under the umbrella – Better off Together / He Waka Eke Noa.

Vinnies Wellington is hosting a Free Shop and Community Lunch on Saturday 17 November. We currently have booked the old Caltex space on Riddiford Street, with the vision to transform it into a vibrant outdoor shop and community (food court style) lunch.

The last Free Shop held in August 2018, saw 700 people attend. We targeted marketing to social housing, social services and community support groups to make sure we were able to support the most vulnerable in our community.

We aim to make this a community event. Encompassing the name ‘Better off Together’ we are calling on community groups, religious groups, businesses, organisations, families and individuals to prepare food and serve the lunch – and we hope you can be one of them.

Prepare Food: to be ready for Saturday 17 Nov, 11am
• Baking
• Salads
• BBQ’s will be available on the day to cook (meat, halal, vegetarian)
• Vegetarian dishes
• Soups
• Sandwiches

We invite you to bring your teams, your families, your friends, your congregations and let’s show our community that we’re better off together.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and any questions you may have.

> marketing@vinnieswgtn.org.nz
> 04 389 7122

2210 days ago

Recall: Pams Baby Wipes

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.

Customers who have purchased the date codes in question … View more
A small number of packs in selected stores have exhibited signs of mould growth. We are erring on the side of caution and recalling this product. While mould is unlikely to affect most users, the product is not of the standard we expect.

Customers who have purchased the date codes in question can return the product to store (New World, Pak 'n Save, FourSquare and Gilmours) for a full refund.

Affected batches
140 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 04/06/2020
80 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 12/08/2020
72 Thick Wipes. Expiry date 06/08/2020

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2211 days ago

Twiglands ladies Christmas evening

Twigland

Our charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.

We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our … View more
Our charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.

We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our cheese bakers and sample beautifully decorated cupcakes.

Joy, from Heavensent, will be giving tastings of their delicious products and there will be raffles supplied by generous donors. For an extra bit of fun, our Discount Dipper will be back for the evening.

Time to relax and browse our selection of gifts, houseplants, shrubs, seedlings and fruit trees. Staff will be on hand to offer advice and solve your gardening problems.

No need to register, just turn up on the evening. There will be 50 goodie bags for the first 50 customers through our doors!
Find out more!

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