Posts by The Village Square Trust
746 days ago

Sustainable Urban Living Workshops

Danielle Muller from The Village Square Trust

Join us for an enriching experience at our Sustainable Urban Living Workshops, where you'll delve into practical sustainability tips for your home and garden. For just $2 per person, immerse yourself in hands-on sessions happening alongside the vibrant atmosphere of the Parnell Farmers' Market.

🌿 Raranga Harakeke: Weaving Flax with Rewa Grimsdale
Saturday, March 2nd | 9:30-11:30am | $2
Book here: enrolmy.com...
Embark on a journey into the culture and techniques of raranga in this beginner-friendly workshop with Rewa Grimsdale.

🥕 Growing Vegetables & Fruit Trees in Small Spaces with Paul Crowhurst
Saturday, March 9th | 9:30-11:30am | $2
Book here: enrolmy.com...
Learn the art of maximizing your space for fruit trees and vegetables in this interactive session with Paul Crowhurst. Discover organic and semi-organic methods for bountiful harvests.

🧵 Textile Upcycling - Rag Rug Weaving with Barbara Woodman
Saturday, March 16th | 9:30-11:30am | $2
Book here: enrolmy.com...
Join Barbara Woodman of Warm Hearts Upcycling to create vintage-style Rag Rugs from your old fabrics and clothes. Start your journey towards reducing waste with this hands-on workshop.

A huge thank you to the Waitemata Local Board for making these workshops possible through their generous funding support.

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5 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland’s economy improving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The latest reporting from The Post suggests a wave of optimism for 2026. With interest rates finally heading south, businesses are feeling more positive. But for many on the ground, the real-world recovery feels a bit like a slow-moving commute on Auckland's motorways.

We want to know: Are you seeing signs of Auckland's economy improving in your industry or neighbourhood? Whether it's busier shops, new projects kicking off, or just a shift in the mood ...

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Is Auckland’s economy improving?
  • 16.4% Yes
    16.4% Complete
  • 66.1% No
    66.1% Complete
  • 17.5% A little
    17.5% Complete
177 votes
8 hours ago

Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?

What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?

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If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
  • 30.8% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
    30.8% Complete
  • 69.2% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
    69.2% Complete
159 votes
10 hours ago

Wanting to unlearn the habit of worry?Wanting to unlearn the habit of worry?-mindfulness helps!

Eve from Eve Rudkin Mindfulness

Hi Neighbours, Jud Brewer is an associate professor of psychiatry at Brown University. His book, “Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind,” addresses anxiety, which he explains as a kind of addiction. He has used mindfulness to help him and his and his clients understand and transform anxiety. Addictions are habits, and habits can be changed.

Come and try mindfulness with a small group for a gentle session of ease and peace. Session includes gentle movement and relaxing simple meditation. Meadowbank Community Centre on Monday 16th March 1.30 - 2.45pm. First session free, then Koha welcome. Ongoing 3rd Monday of the month. Contact me -021 255 1485

Click Read More to find out more about what I do - I also offer one-on-one sessions, a group for experienced meditators, and custom courses for groups.

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