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New Zealand’s biggest arts festival for children has started! From now until 25 March you and your family will experience some of the coolest performance acts made to make you go “ooooo and ahhhh”.
For 2 weeks you’ll watch incredibly versatile artists that specialise in fun, colliding … View moreNew Zealand’s biggest arts festival for children has started! From now until 25 March you and your family will experience some of the coolest performance acts made to make you go “ooooo and ahhhh”.
For 2 weeks you’ll watch incredibly versatile artists that specialise in fun, colliding and energising art forms. Dance blends with live music and interactive storytelling; theatre becomes participatory; brass bands perform opera. Capital E has gathered artists from all over the world and New Zealand to bring truly surprising encounters for Wellington’s children and young people. Expect the unexpected! View the full programme here!
This is day number three of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Wellington North Community Patrol
Our… View moreThis is day number three of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Wellington North Community Patrol
Our purpose is to empower communities to prevent crime and create safer environments through the utilisation of trained and equipped volunteer patrols. In the November storms last year, we were on the road checking slips, directing traffic and clearing debris. The patrol needs funds to maintain its patrol vehicle - including ongoing petrol costs. Patrol members are also required to wear high-viz vests and currently we do not have sufficient on hand to allocate to each of our patrollers. VOTE NOW!
Surrogate Grandparents NZ
I have started up a non profit organisation called Surrogate Grandparents NZ who's aim is to unite families who may not have their own Grandparents close by, or are no longer alive with "Surrogate" Grandparents. It will provide support for families with young children as well as being companionship for the older generation who may be lonely and away from their own families. VOTE NOW!
Hi Blueberry Fields Forever will be open just for Saturday this week with next week being open as usual from Wednesday 22nd March through to Sunday the 26th March 9-5. After that please check this blog for opening hours and days as I need to take it week by week from then on. You can also phone … View moreHi Blueberry Fields Forever will be open just for Saturday this week with next week being open as usual from Wednesday 22nd March through to Sunday the 26th March 9-5. After that please check this blog for opening hours and days as I need to take it week by week from then on. You can also phone 5287581 for an updated message on the answer phone. There are still plenty of beautiful ripe berries.
Cheers
Carolann
Wellington, get ready for a white out! Fans help win games, which is why we need your support for the All Whites v Fiji on Tuesday the 28th of March here at Westpac Stadium!
This is a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier, so be part of history and support the All Whites on their road to Russia. Check … View moreWellington, get ready for a white out! Fans help win games, which is why we need your support for the All Whites v Fiji on Tuesday the 28th of March here at Westpac Stadium!
This is a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier, so be part of history and support the All Whites on their road to Russia. Check out our website for event details and hospitality options. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketek. Be there, it could mean the world!
This is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every… View moreThis is the second day of showcasing two of our AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
North Shore Initial Response Trust
Every week we voluntarily train to prepare for disasters when emergency services require additional support in searches for missing people, sandbagging to protect properties from flooding, and helping limit damage to people and properties following events such as tornadoes, storms and tsunamis. As a group of volunteers, we are not paid for any of this activity. Since the equipment is exposed to extreme weather events and difficult environments, it regularly needs to be replaced. There is some vital equipment we are in need of in order to be able to continue our dedicating our time to helping keep people safe. VOTE NOW!
Riverton Community Garden Project
Our goal is to create a self-funding, sustainable food producing garden that can eventually start to give back to those most in need within our community, such as struggling families, and the elderly. We rely on various age groups to look after the garden, including the Riverton Primary School, Aparima College (local high school) and Riverton Childcare and other local volunteers. We are seeking funding to establish infrastructure to support the garden for many years to come. VOTE NOW!
Hi everybody, i am in need of suitable grazing for one gelding.
Can pay up to $30ish per week. If anybody knows of anywhere suitable please let me know. Must have decent fencing.
Long term preferred.
Will consider anywhere around Upper Hutt or further if need be. I am based in Te Marua so … View moreHi everybody, i am in need of suitable grazing for one gelding.
Can pay up to $30ish per week. If anybody knows of anywhere suitable please let me know. Must have decent fencing.
Long term preferred.
Will consider anywhere around Upper Hutt or further if need be. I am based in Te Marua so around there would be ideal but i obviously cannot afford to be fussy.
I only have a few weeks left at my current grazing and my lease is not being renewed.
You can message me here on neighbourly, or on coraleepickford@gmail.com.
Alternatively call or text 0221005488 aswell.
Thank you.
Drivers should prepare for delays over Rimutaka Hill during the next month while a tight turn is wid…
Over the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
… View moreOver the next 10 days we'll be introducing two AMI Community Grant finalists to share a bit more about the great work they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.
Youth & Search Rescue Trust - Tauranga
14 to 18 year old students from the whole Bay of Plenty are trained in volunteering and helping rescue people. They learn First Aid, searching in urban and back country situations, water safety, leadership and many more amazing life changing subjects. This organisation receives no government funding and relies on grants and donations to train these amazing young people. VOTE NOW!
Seddon Community and Neighbourhood Support Group
Seddon is our small rural township located to the south of Blenheim on SH1. Rocked and devastated (again) by the quakes in November 2016. With the loss of access to Christchurch via the Main North Line, and SH 1, we are at the “end of the line”. Every one of our self employed residents has taken a huge hit, many of whom can no longer support themselves especially with the removal of all emergency funding as of the 14th February. we are hoping to be able to provide to the whole community, access to essential first aid kits at reasonable and affordable costs to all the residents. It is for this initiative we are seeking some funding in order to subsidise these kits. VOTE NOW!!
Farmers have an opportunity to hear from several experts who will speak on water and soil sustainabi…
Vote now for your most deserving local community group or charity so they can be in to win 1 of 3 “Freezell” fridges, designed and personalised by Dick Frizzell.
Less than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at … View moreLess than 2 weeks to go till Neighbours Day (25th and 26th of March ... I know ... its two days .... we wanted to give you a choice ;-) )! If you've got an event that you want people to know about make sure you submit it on our 'events page' or emails us at Kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and let us know what you're up to.
A young sibling musical duo from Masterton will fly to Brisbane to make their first step in taking t…
After long spells with not enough sand on the beach to run on, organisers of the Castlepoint Beach R…
What do you think of Bill English's plan to extend the retirement age to 67? I has fish hooks for many age groups? Tell us how it might affect you and what you think.
(NB: your responses may be used in print in Wairarapa News)
Should swimming lessons be compulsory for school-aged children? Tell us your thoughts.
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