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This is day number five 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.
… View moreThis is day number five 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.
Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust
I would like to nominate the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust who in 2016 flew 532 missions throughout the top of the South Island. The service is 70% funded by the community and offers a free dedicated rescue helicopter service, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. By supporting our vital service, we can continue to save lives throughout the region. VOTE NOW!
Whangaroa Community Trust
I would like to nominate Whangaroa Community Trust to assist in purchasing paint to create a mural to brighten up and prevent graffiti on the Kaeo amenities block that is next to the children's playground. They are also looking to raise the last $500 to purchase CCTV cameras for the Kaeo main street to help keep our community safe. VOTE NOW!
This is day number four 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.
Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
We patrol … View moreThis is day number four 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.
Crimewatch (Chch) Inc
We patrol schools, parks and areas where the public frequently visit in Christchurch, helping to keep the public safe from crime. We are expanding our reach and our fleet of vehicles because we have the opportunity to run a lot more activities that help support the well being of the whole community. As we are a non-profit organisation we do require funding to pay for fuel and other vehicle expenses to keep our fleets running to an excellent standard. We really appreciate all donations. VOTE NOW!
AED Defibrillator for Churchill Park School
We need to buy an outside AED Defibrillator to put up at Churchill Park School. There are so many sport organisations that use the school and large numbers of walker, joggers and cyclists use the local park and surrounding streets so this is also a essential item not only for the school but the surrounding community. The cost to purchase this is around $3,500 and we would love AMI community Grants to help support this. VOTE NOW!
Grab your paint packets and put on your old clothes for the new kindy fundraiser coming to town.
Lower Hutt's Waiwhetu Kindergarten and Waterloo Kindergarten have teamed up to put on the Family Colour Walk and Fun Day, complete with powdered paint to throw.
This Sunday at Te Whiti Park, … View moreGrab your paint packets and put on your old clothes for the new kindy fundraiser coming to town.
Lower Hutt's Waiwhetu Kindergarten and Waterloo Kindergarten have teamed up to put on the Family Colour Walk and Fun Day, complete with powdered paint to throw.
This Sunday at Te Whiti Park, Waiwhetu ...
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!
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!
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!!
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.
Wainuiomata's tired and ailing shopping mall looks set for a makeover with confirmation that it has been bought by Progressive Enterprises, owner of the Countdown supermarket chain. What do you think about the sale? What would you like to see in the mall and how could it be improved? Comments … View moreWainuiomata's tired and ailing shopping mall looks set for a makeover with confirmation that it has been bought by Progressive Enterprises, owner of the Countdown supermarket chain. What do you think about the sale? What would you like to see in the mall and how could it be improved? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print)
While the demolition continues on the mall it raises questions about what should be done with the space once it's all finished. What do you think? What could be done to improve Queensgate? What would you like to see in the mall? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP… View moreWhile the demolition continues on the mall it raises questions about what should be done with the space once it's all finished. What do you think? What could be done to improve Queensgate? What would you like to see in the mall? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (not for print)
We want to deliver better flood protection, better lifestyle and improved transport links for all of you that live, work or play in central Lower Hutt through the RiverLink project.
Our part is to provide better flood protection of course, and our partners are working on the other pieces: … View moreWe want to deliver better flood protection, better lifestyle and improved transport links for all of you that live, work or play in central Lower Hutt through the RiverLink project.
Our part is to provide better flood protection of course, and our partners are working on the other pieces: Enhancing lifestyle in the Hutt City Centre through Hutt City Council's Making Places and looking at ways to reduce congestion and improve safety on State Highway 2 at the Melling and Block Road intersections by NZTA.
There's some exciting milestones coming up so visit us on www.riverlink.co.nz... and sign up for project updates to stay in the know!
Hutt City Council is developing a parking strategy for our city and we need your help.
We want to find out how and why people move around the city and where and why we park our vehicles.
This survey is to look at innovative solutions to parking and moving around Lower Hutt. It is not related to… View moreHutt City Council is developing a parking strategy for our city and we need your help.
We want to find out how and why people move around the city and where and why we park our vehicles.
This survey is to look at innovative solutions to parking and moving around Lower Hutt. It is not related to free parking in the city (this trial ends on 3 April).
You can help us by providing your experiences and ideas in the on-line survey below. When you complete the survey, you will be given instant access to the live survey results.
And there’s more! All Hutt City View participants will go into the draw to win a $50 NZ Post Prezzy Card.
The final date for your survey response is Tuesday 21 March 2017. Please complete the survey and share it with your friends. We look forward to your feedback.
If you want to see an entertaining marching band of 120 students from Japan then pop over to Dowse Square at noon on 22 March to see the Narashino High School Symphonic Band. This top class band will bring new and known songs in its unique marching and rhythmic style. Tell your friends.
The … View moreIf you want to see an entertaining marching band of 120 students from Japan then pop over to Dowse Square at noon on 22 March to see the Narashino High School Symphonic Band. This top class band will bring new and known songs in its unique marching and rhythmic style. Tell your friends.
The band is also staging a free concert at the Wellington Michael Fowler Centre on Friday 24 March from 7 pm. Call 04 4727807 - the Japan Information and Cultural Centre for tickets.
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