Wadestown, Wellington

661 days ago

Open for 2023

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

And we are back for 2023!

The Northland Toy Library will be open tomorrow Sat 4 Feb 9:30-11:45am in the St Anne's Hall (Cnr Randwick Rd and Northland Rd).

Pop by to say hi and pick out some toys. Check out the range on our website northland.mibase.co.nz...

Not sure if the toy library… View more
And we are back for 2023!

The Northland Toy Library will be open tomorrow Sat 4 Feb 9:30-11:45am in the St Anne's Hall (Cnr Randwick Rd and Northland Rd).

Pop by to say hi and pick out some toys. Check out the range on our website northland.mibase.co.nz...

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀

661 days ago

Target Sticker???

Kaye-Maree from Wadestown

I live in Wadestown and have just found this sticker attached high up to the front of my garage. I’ve just noticed 2 on my neighbours garage front too. Does anyone know what they are? I’m concerned it could be a target for burglary or such like. It’s a plastic reflective sticker too so easily… View moreI live in Wadestown and have just found this sticker attached high up to the front of my garage. I’ve just noticed 2 on my neighbours garage front too. Does anyone know what they are? I’m concerned it could be a target for burglary or such like. It’s a plastic reflective sticker too so easily seen at night. Or have you seen/got one on your garage??

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661 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
661 days ago

Want to try our All Star membership?

Habit Health from Habit Health - Majestic

Pay just $300 for three months, and take on our All Star membership. You’ll get all the bells and whistles of our premium membership, which usually costs upwards of $500.

You’ll get access to: all clubs, all gym facilities, towel service, group fitness classes, functional group training and … View more
Pay just $300 for three months, and take on our All Star membership. You’ll get all the bells and whistles of our premium membership, which usually costs upwards of $500.

You’ll get access to: all clubs, all gym facilities, towel service, group fitness classes, functional group training and a quarterly assessment with a personal trainer.

If you’ve always wanted to try this membership, now is the time.

Click here to find out more: bit.ly...

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662 days ago

What exactly is 'Wheels at Wairarapa' ?

Denise Landow from Destination Wairarapa

‘Wheels’ is a festival of all things on wheels from the past to the present including tractors, cars, farm machinery, steam-powered tractors – in the spacious setting of Clareville’s Showgrounds, Carterton this weekend.

See rare and private collections of fascinating vehicles and … View more
‘Wheels’ is a festival of all things on wheels from the past to the present including tractors, cars, farm machinery, steam-powered tractors – in the spacious setting of Clareville’s Showgrounds, Carterton this weekend.

See rare and private collections of fascinating vehicles and machinery, beautifully restored to their original working condition. It's an affordable day out for families with ticket priced for adults $15 per day, youths (5-15 yrs) $5 per day, and under 5 yrs are free.

Each day there's an action-packed programme of events in the arena, with all manner of weird and wonderful pieces on show that our ancestors once depended upon. Steam engines are always a jaw-dropping sight, and the Clydesdale horse carriage rides are a hit with kids! Check out the full programme here and the range of ticket options here.

It's on from Saturday to Monday, 10am - 4pm each day. Highlights for each day are:

• Saturday - vintage and modern cars, and motorbikes
• Sunday - vintage, classic, and new trucks
• Monday - agricultural machinery demonstrations and 'on farm' equipment

This is a three-day event, so come along and wander around and soak up the atmosphere. You'll be amazed at what you'll see there. Free all-day parking, entertainment, food and drinks available.

For the full programme and other info, go to: www.wheelsatwairarapa.co.nz...

664 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
663 days ago

Are you looking for a fun volunteer opportunity?

Jo Hayes from GrandFriends NZ - Wellington Region

GrandFriends is looking for a new Regional Coordinator to look after our members in the Wellington region. Do you have 2/3 hours a week to spare and enjoy communicating and connecting people from all walks of life - then we need you!

Please see the link below for further information or email … View more
GrandFriends is looking for a new Regional Coordinator to look after our members in the Wellington region. Do you have 2/3 hours a week to spare and enjoy communicating and connecting people from all walks of life - then we need you!

Please see the link below for further information or email info@grandfriends.nz

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664 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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665 days ago

Brush Hand

Fiona from Khandallah

We are looking for a university student to help out our house painting team for the next few weeks until the start of university or up until the end of May. No experience necessary as training will be given, however, if you have had experience that would be great to know.

We're after a … View more
We are looking for a university student to help out our house painting team for the next few weeks until the start of university or up until the end of May. No experience necessary as training will be given, however, if you have had experience that would be great to know.

We're after a practical, fit, hard working person. You need to be comfortable with heights as you would be working on scaffolding and enjoy working outside as part of a team.

The work is mainly based in the Western Suburbs. A car is required to get to jobs. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8-5 with two half hour breaks. Dry days only, no wet weather work. You may be required to work on Saturday or Sunday if we can't work during the week due to wet weather.

Rate is $25 per hour which includes 8% holiday pay.

Please call or text Fiona on 0274765039 or Damian on 0274765138 if interested.

665 days ago

2 Packing Boxes

Edwina from Khandallah

2 packing boxes to give away

Larger box 620 x 500 x 370mm

Smaller box 390 x 580 x 290mm

Free

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665 days ago

Want to live in Thorndon?

Neil from Thorndon

My friend has a beautiful, fully restored four bedroom, two bathroom house in Thorndon.
She's going to rent it but would sell it if she had a buyer right now, she's moved to Auckland.
Call me for more details, this could be the home you've always wanted. It's even double … View more
My friend has a beautiful, fully restored four bedroom, two bathroom house in Thorndon.
She's going to rent it but would sell it if she had a buyer right now, she's moved to Auckland.
Call me for more details, this could be the home you've always wanted. It's even double glazed with underfloor insulation!
Neil
027 499 1212

666 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - Upcoming Tours

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

We have a busy two weeks ahead!

Sunday 5th February:

FREE INTRODUCTORY TOURS - 11am and 12pm
This short (30-45mins) tour outlines the development of Karori Cemetery since the first burial in August 1891, traversing the earliest burial areas which contain many interesting memorials and … View more
We have a busy two weeks ahead!

Sunday 5th February:

FREE INTRODUCTORY TOURS - 11am and 12pm
This short (30-45mins) tour outlines the development of Karori Cemetery since the first burial in August 1891, traversing the earliest burial areas which contain many interesting memorials and monuments. No booking required. Meet your guide at The Shelter (signposted). Cancellations due to bad weather will be notified on our Facebook page.

TALES FROM THE VAULTS TOUR - 10:30am
Find out who is in and who is out of some of Karori cemetery’s most substantial dwellings. Note: tours do not enter vaults or try them out for size. $10 per person.

Friday 10th February:

EVENING TOUR - 8pm
Would you like to join us and explore the beauty of Karori Cemetery in the evening?
This tour is for anyone who would like to see the Cemetery through a different lens, as the landscape settles in from dusk to darkness. On this walk you’ll be accompanied by two guides who will take you on a wander through some of the most magical parts of the cemetery, with a story or two of early Wellingtonians along the route. We might even spy a Ruru/Morepork or two! The tour does not have any scary themes. $10 per person.

Sunday 12th February:

S.S. PENGUIN TOUR - 2pm

To commemorate this maritime tragedy the Friends will be undertaking a guided tour of most of the Penguin graves on Sunday 12 February. This is our first attempt by the Friends to widen the knowledge of this tragedy. This is a free tour and bookings are required.

For more information on each of these tours and to book your ticket, please visit our website: friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

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666 days ago

Grill

Kathy from Wadestown

Electric grill. Only been used once. Been sitting in cupboard

Free

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667 days ago

Do you need a Retaining Wall?

Price Smart from

Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping? If so speak to a friendly professional 7 days a week on 027 548 9818.
Visit our website www.pricesmart.co.nz... to get in touch to book a site visit.

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667 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - S.S. Penguin Tour

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

On the 12 February 1909, the SS Penguin sank in Cook Strait in a raging southerly storm with the loss of 72 lives, one of the worst maritime disasters in NZ history. Many of those who died were woman and children, as their lifeboats capsized in the wild sea.

Although the Captain was heavily … View more
On the 12 February 1909, the SS Penguin sank in Cook Strait in a raging southerly storm with the loss of 72 lives, one of the worst maritime disasters in NZ history. Many of those who died were woman and children, as their lifeboats capsized in the wild sea.

Although the Captain was heavily criticised, it is still not clear what the ship hit nor where, as the wreck of the Penguin has never been located.

The tragedy stunned Wellington and a day of mourning was called for 16 February. The city came to a standstill as many of those who died were brought up to Karori Cemetery for burial in a long procession of cabs and lorries.

To commemorate this tragedy the Friends will be undertaking a guided tour of most of the Penguin graves on Sunday 12 February. This is our first attempt by the Friends to widen the knowledge of this tragedy.

The tour will commence at 2.00 at the Shelter which is located in the center of Karori Cemetery and will run for up to two hours starting with a short presentation. The tour covers some uneven ground and sustained uphill stints and so may not be suitable for everyone.

This is a free tour and bookings are required. Bookings can be made by following this link:

events.humanitix.com...

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