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For Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is … View moreFor Rodnie and Bryan, retirement at Ryman’s Edmund Hillary Village is all about seizing every opportunity to explore. From trekking through Nepal and enduring the cold in Antarctica to immersing themselves in Aboriginal culture in the Australian Outback, their epic retirement proves that age is no barrier to discovery. Just as Sir Edmund Hillary pushed the limits of exploration, residents of his namesake village continue to chart their own extraordinary journeys.
“We’ll keep travelling for as long as we can,” says Rodnie.
Click read more for the full story.
If you're organised, eager to learn and passionate about making a difference, join the Samaritans Wellington team as a Fundraising Officer!
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8922) on our website by clicking the link below.
Passionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can … View morePassionate about humanitarian work and community resilience? New Zealand Red Cross is seeking an Area Councillor to help guide and strengthen our local efforts. This is a great opportunity to contribute your leadership and governance skills to a global movement making a real impact.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8919) on our website or clicking the link below.
Volunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
… View moreVolunteer Wellington, in partnership with Mentoring Foundation of NZ, is offering a Governance Mentoring Programme to strengthen leadership in the community and voluntary sector. This programme matches mentees with experienced mentors to build governance capability, confidence and connections.
Participants will receive:
✔ One-on-one mentoring with an experienced governance leader
✔ Training, orientation, and six months of support
✔ Development goal setting and networking opportunities
Programme dates: 29 April – 11 Nov 2025
Mentee fee: $75 | Mentors: Free
EOI closes: 26 March 2025
If you’re looking to grow your governance skills or be a mentor, register now. More details on our website.
Tēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't … View moreTēna koutou neighbours, The Post is currently investigating school zoning. We're interested to hear from parents/whānau about how they decided what school to send their children to. Did you send your child(ren) to the school you're in zone for (or the nearest school if you don't live inside a particular zone)? Did you enroll your child in a school out-of-zone? Did you move house to get into a particular school/zone? We'd love to hear from a wide range of people, so please get in touch with me or Hanna McCallum if you have something to say on this topic: brittany.keogh@stuff.co.nz
hanna.mccallum@stuff.co.nz
"Nature's Choice": Gardening services
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**? Transform Your Outdoor Space with Nature's Choice! ?**
Are you ready to bring your garden to life? At Nature's Choice, we specialize in creating stunning landscapes tailored to your vision. Whether you need a complete … View more"Nature's Choice": Gardening services
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**? Transform Your Outdoor Space with Nature's Choice! ?**
Are you ready to bring your garden to life? At Nature's Choice, we specialize in creating stunning landscapes tailored to your vision. Whether you need a complete garden makeover or regular maintenance, our team is here to help!
**Our Services Include:**
- Garden Design & Planning
- Planting & Landscaping
- Lawn Care & Maintenance
- Seasonal Clean-Up
- Weed Control & Pest Management
- Mulching & Soil Enrichment
**Why Choose Nature's Choice?**
- Experienced and passionate gardening professionals
- Personalized service to meet your unique needs
- Eco-friendly practices to promote a sustainable garden
- Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
**Get Started Today!**
Contact us for a free consultation and let’s turn your garden into a paradise
0272430951
Text or call emailing is fine but the neighbourly one is fickle
Sales@natureschoice.co.nz
FRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Plus, for a limited time, when you… View moreFRIDAY 21 & SATURDAY 22 MARCH
After an incredible turnout at our recent open days, we’re excited to open our doors to you again!
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer.
Plus, for a limited time, when you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.
*Participating villages only, terms and conditions apply
Come along to our Open Day on Wednesday 12 March from 10am til 2pm and see why residents love Summerset at Aotea.
Nestled within an established community, Summerset at Aotea is a vibrant village set in spacious, beautifully landscaped grounds with views out towards the Belmont Hills. You will … View moreCome along to our Open Day on Wednesday 12 March from 10am til 2pm and see why residents love Summerset at Aotea.
Nestled within an established community, Summerset at Aotea is a vibrant village set in spacious, beautifully landscaped grounds with views out towards the Belmont Hills. You will have the chance to tour this established village, view the resort-style facilities and our range of available homes.*
We’d love to see you there!
*All Summerset homes are sold under a licence to occupy and are subject to availability, and depending on the type of home, eligibility criteria."
Need a Garden clean up as autumn rolls in? Selling the hoise ? Spruce the yard up before winter? Call ian today for a free quote
0272430951
Natures choice Gardening services
Many families can't afford curtains, so Curtain Bank offers an opportunity to get some. Good quality curtains are essential for keeping the warmth in your home during the cold months - and keep your power bills down! Curtain Bank is looking for experienced sewers to help make cozy curtains.
… View moreMany families can't afford curtains, so Curtain Bank offers an opportunity to get some. Good quality curtains are essential for keeping the warmth in your home during the cold months - and keep your power bills down! Curtain Bank is looking for experienced sewers to help make cozy curtains.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8776) on our website.
Choosing the right domain name is a game-changer for your business.
But where do you even start? 🤔
Whether you're launching your first website or taking your side hustle to the next level, we’ve got you covered! JumpStarter’s guide breaks down everything you need to know — how… View moreChoosing the right domain name is a game-changer for your business.
But where do you even start? 🤔
Whether you're launching your first website or taking your side hustle to the next level, we’ve got you covered! JumpStarter’s guide breaks down everything you need to know — how to pick a domain that’s memorable, easy to find, and perfect for your brand.
Ready to get started? Let’s go!
Designed by the Centre for Applied Cross-cultural Research, this course develops the knowledge, skills and attitudes that prepare professionals to work effectively with people from cultures other than their own, including clients and co-workers.
This 1-day workshop includes discussion, peer … View moreDesigned by the Centre for Applied Cross-cultural Research, this course develops the knowledge, skills and attitudes that prepare professionals to work effectively with people from cultures other than their own, including clients and co-workers.
This 1-day workshop includes discussion, peer learning, and practical activities through action-learning principles.
The numbers for this course are limited to 16 so be in quick to secure a place!
Say something this #SelflessSunday—your voice could spark someone else's journey.
What's a volunteering memory that made you smile? Share it below!
A dinner, a relationship on the rocks, a séance gone awry, what could possibly go wrong?
Comedy-legend Ginette McDonald returns to Wellington’s Circa Theatre in Blithe Spirit, opening March 19th!
Eccentric medium, Madame Arcati, is guest of honour at a dinner party hosted by socialite … View moreA dinner, a relationship on the rocks, a séance gone awry, what could possibly go wrong?
Comedy-legend Ginette McDonald returns to Wellington’s Circa Theatre in Blithe Spirit, opening March 19th!
Eccentric medium, Madame Arcati, is guest of honour at a dinner party hosted by socialite novelist, Charles Condomine. After too many martinis and a schemozzle of a séance, Charles gets more than he wished for when an unexpected guest materializes.
After 18 years leading Auckland Theatre Company, director Colin McColl teams up with comedy-legend Ginette McDonald and a cast of award-winning actors for this refreshing adaption of Coward’s classic comedy.
Every week St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington receives hundreds of items of clothing and bric-a-brac that needs sorting for sale. This week, they need extra hands for their new curation space in town! Even a single shift makes a difference.
You can register your interest by searching the role… View moreEvery week St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington receives hundreds of items of clothing and bric-a-brac that needs sorting for sale. This week, they need extra hands for their new curation space in town! Even a single shift makes a difference.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8910) on our website.
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