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272 days ago

Available Councillor Volunteer Role

Volunteer Wellington

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 more
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 register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8919) on our website or clicking the link below.

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272 days ago

Governance Mentoring Programme

Volunteer Wellington

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.

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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.

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.

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272 days ago

How did you choose what school to send your kids to?

Brittany Keogh Reporter from The Post

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

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272 days ago

Discover your property's potential!

Cato Bolam

Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View more
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
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275 days ago

NZSQ to play in Paekakariki

Mary Gow from Mulled Wine Concerts in Paekakariki

Paekakariki's Mulled Wine Concert series has been presenting top-class music in Kapiti for nearly twenty years. Organiser Mary Gow says she is really excited to be bringing to her home region one of the most well known and highest quality groups of classical musicians.

The New Zealand … View more
Paekakariki's Mulled Wine Concert series has been presenting top-class music in Kapiti for nearly twenty years. Organiser Mary Gow says she is really excited to be bringing to her home region one of the most well known and highest quality groups of classical musicians.

The New Zealand String Quartet is probably the best loved chamber music ensemble in the country. It is made up of talented musicians who are all dedicated performers and mentors to students across the country. The longest-serving member of the Quartet, violinist Gillian Ansell, was awarded the MNZM (Member of the New Zealand Order of
Merit) honour for services to music in New Zealand. The other permanent member is violinist Peter Clark.
As an exciting development in their history, and for the first time ever, the NZSQ have announced that two other positions in the group - violinist and cellist - will be filled by invited guest artists The invited musicians for the Paekakariki concert will be violinist
Monique Lapins, who was previously a member of the NZSQ. The other invitee - who will be of great interest to followers of the Mulled Wine Concert series - is Andrew Joyce, dynamic first cellist of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. Andrew is no stranger to Kapiti audiences, having played in many concerts here.
As a group, the quartet promise that their 2025 season will be an epic one.
The rest of 2025 will be filled with toe-tapping, awe-inspiring, boundary-pushing chamber music. From epic works for chamber orchestra by Shostakovich to the premiere of a brand-new New Zealand piece; from dancers to poets; from your local community centre to the depths of
space, we’re bringing the music to you they say.
The Paekakariki concert will take place at St Peters Hall on 16 March 2025 at 2:30PM and will feature works by Haydn, Dame Gillian Whitehead, Dave Flynn, Dvořák String Quartet No. 12, Op. 96, the American Quartet and excerpts from the Danish String Quartet Wood Works The Last Leaf. A concert not to be missed, indeed!

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Mulled Wine Concerts presents the New Zealand String Quartet in concert
Sunday 16 March 2025 at 2:30PM
St Peter Community Hall, Beach Rd, Paekakariki
Tickets $35, Students $15.
Online sales: marygow@gmail.com. Tel: 021 101 9609
Info: www.mulledwineconcerts.com... or on FaceBook: Mulled Wine Concerts.
Ticket outlets: Magpie Paremata, Mana Esplanade; Finns Hotel, Paekākāriki; Moby Dickens Bookshop, Paraparaumu Beach; Jenoa, 2 Mahara Place, Waikanae.

Haydn String Quartet, Op. 64, No. 5, 'The Lark'
Dame Gillian Whitehead, Poroporoaki
Dave Flynn, Slip

Dvořák String Quartet No. 12, Op. 96, the 'American Quartet'
Excerpts from Danish String Quartet's Wood Works / The Last Leaf

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279 days ago

Poll: Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Speed bumps are a hot topic in many neighborhoods - they aim to slow down speeding drivers, but they also impact everyone on the road. In your opinion, do you think they do the trick or are they just an inconvenience?

Share your thoughts below.

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Are speed bumps effective or just annoying?
  • 38.9% They do the job
    38.9% Complete
  • 59.2% I'm not a fan, they're just annoying!
    59.2% Complete
  • 1.9% Other - I'll share below
    1.9% Complete
2624 votes
275 days ago

You've got a teeeeext 📲 But it's not from us! ❌

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a speeding fine, please do not click on the link.

We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a speeding fine, claiming to be from Police.

Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.

276 days ago

Gardening

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

"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

276 days ago

Open Days

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

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.

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277 days ago

'LONGFIN EELS DUCK CREEK WHITBY'

Susan from Whitby

Could Whitby Residents keep an eye out for the PROTECTION of our Longfin Eels.
Local teenagers have been seen hiding under the bridge with Fishing Rods and Hooking the Eels.
Other Culprits have been seen throwing Chicken Carcass and Sea Urchins into the creek and netting the eels.
Please take … View more
Could Whitby Residents keep an eye out for the PROTECTION of our Longfin Eels.
Local teenagers have been seen hiding under the bridge with Fishing Rods and Hooking the Eels.
Other Culprits have been seen throwing Chicken Carcass and Sea Urchins into the creek and netting the eels.
Please take Photos of these culprits and forward onto PORIRUA CITY COUNCIL, POLICE AND PREDATOR FREE WHITBY.
The Council have removed a large number of HOOKS FROM THE EELS and are still working to remove more.
THE EXACT LOCATION IS THE BRIDGE NEXT TO SAMUEL MARSDEN COLLEGE.
THESE EELS ARE PROTECTED AND ENDANGERED SO PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT!

277 days ago

You're invited to Summerset at Aotea's Open Day

Summerset

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 more
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 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."
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281 days ago

Missing Cat - please help us bring Olive home

Monica from Paremata

Hi Neighbours - our 3 year old cat called Olive has now been missing for 24 hours. She is very friendly, answers to her name and is likely stuck inside a garage our outbuilding she has snuck into. She is our precious fur baby and we would really appreciate if you could check your garages and sheds … View moreHi Neighbours - our 3 year old cat called Olive has now been missing for 24 hours. She is very friendly, answers to her name and is likely stuck inside a garage our outbuilding she has snuck into. She is our precious fur baby and we would really appreciate if you could check your garages and sheds to see if she is stuck inside. Thank you for your help in looking for her. Our address is 158A Kahu Road, Paremata and my mobile number is 0272293862. She is microchipped and has a red disc collar on with her name and our phone number. We are offering a $250 reward to bring her home. Thank you! Monica

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278 days ago

Gardening and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

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

278 days ago

Available Sewing Volunteer Role

Volunteer Wellington

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.

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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.

You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8776) on our website.

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278 days ago

Let’s help you choose the perfect domain for your business.

JumpStarter

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 more
Choosing the right domain name is a game-changer for your business.

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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.

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