Wellington Central, Wellington

766 days ago

Same Same but Different

Fieldays

Same Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.

Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.

From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.

We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading … View more
Same Event, Same Venue, different date, 30 November to 3 December.

Plenty to see and do, eat, buy and try.

From Agri machinery, to new innovations, career opportunities and competitions.

We want to celebrate the sector that is relentlessly hard-working, at the forefront of world-leading technologies, and economically critical to our country.

The largest agricultural event in the Southern Hemisphere.

Bringing town and country together over four days

The ultimate opportunity for agribusiness networking throughout the primary sector value chain.

Got to www.fieldays.co.nz to buy tickets.
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766 days ago

Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting

Peter from Karori

Kia ora,

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 25th October at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre, 8 Beauchamp Street.
Access by 8 Beauchamp Street carpark, then a short walk to the Community Centre. It is also wheelchair friendly.

We … View more
Kia ora,

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 25th October at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre, 8 Beauchamp Street.
Access by 8 Beauchamp Street carpark, then a short walk to the Community Centre. It is also wheelchair friendly.

We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.

If you require a lift to this meeting, please reply to wgtnwsss@yahoo.com.

Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

767 days ago

Research Participants Wanted!!

Brooke from Northland

Please get in contact with me via email Hughesbroo@myvuw.ac.nz if interested!

Ngā mihi

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767 days ago

Happy Halloween

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

It’s everyone’s favourite October holiday. That time of year when you decorate your home with spiders and dress up in costumes. Have a spookylicious night!

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775 days ago

Amigos Talk Thursday: Psychologist Emily Cooney

Anita from Mount Victoria

Thursday St Peters Church 211 Willis St, Garden Room (entrance from Ghuznee st) behind the church 1.30pm-3pm
Come and learn CBT hacks and strategies for less stress, suffering and more happiness. Followed by afternoon tea, all welcome

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767 days ago

Amigos Talk: Age Concern Wellington

Anita from Mount Victoria

Come along to hear how Age Concern promote quality and rights for the elderly members of our community, and how they can help you.
Friday, 1.30 - 3pm St Peters Church Under Croft, behind Church,
211 Willis Street, (Entrance via Ghuznee St) followed by afternoon tea, all welcome

768 days ago

Māori/Pacific - FULL and part scholarships to finish high school overseas

Lucy Telfar Barnard from UWC Aotearoa New Zealand

Do you know a Māori/Pacific* student in Year 11/12 eager to expand their horizons?

Would they like to study the International Baccalaureate with change-making youth from around the world, at an international boarding school in one of 18 locations across the world?

Applications are now open … View more
Do you know a Māori/Pacific* student in Year 11/12 eager to expand their horizons?

Would they like to study the International Baccalaureate with change-making youth from around the world, at an international boarding school in one of 18 locations across the world?

Applications are now open for UWC Aotearoa New Zealand 2024 scholarships and places.

Full and part scholarships are available (needs-assessed), as well as unfunded places.

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens ordinarily resident in New Zealand, who will be aged 16 or 17 on 1 August 2023, completing NCEA Level 1 or higher (or equivalent) by the end of 2023.

Applicants should be academically strong, emotionally resilient, physically active, and involved in their school or local community.

Application forms and more information are available at www.nz.uwc.org...

*UWC makes education a force to unite peoples, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future*

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768 days ago

Growing Your Own Linen

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Linen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it … View moreLinen has been used for thousands of years for clothes, beding and furnishings. It is loved for its soft and cool feel. It is a very strong and durable material which will last much longer than other alternatives, like cotton. Growing your own linen may see overwhelming, but it helps to break it down into manageable steps. 
 
Plant 1 kg. fibre flax seed in a 6m x 6m plot
One plot will give you enough fibre to make a shirt from line (long linen fibres) and tow to weave a couple of towels.  Your actual yield will depend on growing conditions, how well you weed the plot and how perfect your retting and hackling techniques are.
Broadcast the seed thickly, over well tilled ground and then walk on it to firm the seed in.

Weed it well about 4 weeks after planting.
Your flax will take about 2 weeks to germinate in a cool, wet spring.  When it reaches just over 5cm in height you should walk into the plot and weed it well.  You can step on the plants without damaging them when they are between 5cm and 30cm tall.

Admire the blue flax flowers as the linen grows
Once the bed has been weeded well, you can just admire it as it grows.  About 60 days from planting the flowers start to open.  It is very beautiful watching the blue flowers swaying in the breeze.  Each flower is open for only one day. Each stock produces several flowers and each flower turns into a seed boll with 6 to 8 seeds.


100 days after planting, harvest the flax
The stocks of flax will be 2/3rds yellow and 1/3rd still green when it is ready to harvest.  The flowering will be finished and each slender flax plant will have 4 to 6 seed bolls.  You harvest the flax by hand, by pulling each plant out by the roots.  Toss the weeds and place the stems of flax in order.  Tie into bundles (shooks) about 30cm across, using strong twine.

See the whole method here: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

768 days ago

There's still time (just!) to send in your basil recipe

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive basil recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Oct 21, 2022. Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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768 days ago

Yarns in Barns Festival of Reading Wairarapa - on right through Labour weekend. 📚📚📚

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

Wairarapa's mighty festival of reading YARNS IN BARNS continues through Labour Weekend with diverse and entertaining presenters and authors. Emily Writes, Nick Bollinger, Jenny Pattrick, Monty Soutar, Scott Bainbridge and more. Includes the much loved Yarn in the Barn in Gladstone - this … View moreWairarapa's mighty festival of reading YARNS IN BARNS continues through Labour Weekend with diverse and entertaining presenters and authors. Emily Writes, Nick Bollinger, Jenny Pattrick, Monty Soutar, Scott Bainbridge and more. Includes the much loved Yarn in the Barn in Gladstone - this year with Tim Saunders and Chris Long.

Tickets ands all info here: yarnsinbarns.co.nz...

768 days ago

PONANT’s ‘Explore to Inspire’ November events!

Ponant

PONANT are coming back for a second round of dates this November for their 'Explore to Inspire' Roadshow Series! And this time, they’ll be visiting three major cities in New Zealand – Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch!

Join PONANT’s fantastic team and guest speakers for an … View more
PONANT are coming back for a second round of dates this November for their 'Explore to Inspire' Roadshow Series! And this time, they’ll be visiting three major cities in New Zealand – Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch!

Join PONANT’s fantastic team and guest speakers for an inside look at what could be your next adventure, marvellous travel stories and presentations, and a glass of champagne… or two!

Registration is essential! Register now
Register now

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769 days ago

Travel through Mount Victoria Tunnel

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police have advised that there is protest action this morning at Mt Victoria Tunnel and motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible.

The protest action is on the Hataitai side (Ruahine Street) of the Mount Victoria Tunnel and began this morning around 8am. Protesters have been seen … View more
Police have advised that there is protest action this morning at Mt Victoria Tunnel and motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible.

The protest action is on the Hataitai side (Ruahine Street) of the Mount Victoria Tunnel and began this morning around 8am. Protesters have been seen dangling above the tunnel entrance.

Police have shared that the safety of the public is their top priority and these tunnel lanes will be monitored. Where possible, use alternative route for travel at this time.

***UPDATE: 9.45am: Mt Victoria Tunnel lanes, east and west-bound, are currently CLOSED. Motorists are asked to avoid SH1 from the airport and eastern suburbs into the city via the Mt Victoria Tunnel and instead use Evans Bay or Newtown when travelling city-bound. ***

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770 days ago
770 days ago

SOLD - Patio furniture for sale

Tom Neighbourly Lead from Karori

I'm posting this for my friend Jennie who doesn't use social media. Jennie is moving house and has this cast aluminium table and three chairs with fabric-covered cushions that she can't take with her. It is all in good condition. Anyone interested should phone Jennie on (04)476 4481

Price: $200

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770 days ago

Adult Pilates Classes

Sue from Karori

Is it time for your to learn Pilates? Do you wake up with a cranky body? Maybe your knees aren’t what they used to be! Or perhaps you might just want to achieve better flexibility and strength. Does your pelvic floor need some attention? Pilates can help you build pelvic floor awareness , … View moreIs it time for your to learn Pilates? Do you wake up with a cranky body? Maybe your knees aren’t what they used to be! Or perhaps you might just want to achieve better flexibility and strength. Does your pelvic floor need some attention? Pilates can help you build pelvic floor awareness , strength and connections in your body. Or maybe you might just want to know how to use that foam roller catching dust in your back room! I have 17 years experience and I would love to share my knowledge with you!!
New term starts today for 9 weeks. There are places in the evening classes. Have a look at the website sueruffellpilates for timetable. bookings essential as classes are limited to 10 students.

I have a couple of time slots available for private and duos are held at my boutique studio which is located in Kelburn . I work with mat, reformer, chair and small props to tailor a class just for you! To find out more or book a session please call me on 0277128434

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