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2422 days ago

Poll: What's your favourite NZ town?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View more
Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!

To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.

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What's your favourite NZ town?
  • 14.3% Wellington
    14.3% Complete
  • 11.9% Auckland
    11.9% Complete
  • 2.4% Napier
    2.4% Complete
  • 4.8% Palmerston North
    4.8% Complete
  • 14.3% Christchurch
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Invercargill
    2.4% Complete
  • 11.9% Nelson
    11.9% Complete
  • 7.1% Rotorua
    7.1% Complete
  • 0% Queenstown
    0% Complete
  • 7.1% Dunedin
    7.1% Complete
  • 23.8% Other
    23.8% Complete
42 votes
2423 days ago

Dear Prime Minister: End Oil Exploration

Greenpeace

Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your … View more
Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your generation has the power to inspire a nation, and indeed the world. We are calling on you to turn this passion into action, by taking bold and decisive measures to protect our future and our children’s future.”

Add your name in support of the Government ending oil and gas exploration now as a vital step in tackling climate change.
Add your name!

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2423 days ago

You're invited to an Easter Arts Experience!

Titahi Bay Community Church

Release your mind, body, creative spirit, children, relationships, and stress levels this Easter! Release from things that get in the way, release to new ways of thinking and being … release to be more the person God had in mind.

This popular series of workshops and reflections combines with… View more
Release your mind, body, creative spirit, children, relationships, and stress levels this Easter! Release from things that get in the way, release to new ways of thinking and being … release to be more the person God had in mind.

This popular series of workshops and reflections combines with community art installations to help us explore the Easter Event. Free admission and supper. We’d love to see you.

Titahi Bay Community Church, 25 Mana Avenue, Titahi Bay. For info visit – www.tbcc.org.nz, our Facebook, email us at office@tbcc.org.nz or give us a call on (04) 236 7345.
Find out more!

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2423 days ago

Neighbours Day this Weekend!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018

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2423 days ago

Rummikub Group at the Centre

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

We have a Rummikub group at the Centre.
Every Thursday from 10 am - 12 noon (term time)
Come along and join others for company, conversation and a cuppa while you enjoy a good game of Rummikub!
Complementary tea and coffee. Cost: $2
For more information, contact Mai on 830 4802 0r … View more
We have a Rummikub group at the Centre.
Every Thursday from 10 am - 12 noon (term time)
Come along and join others for company, conversation and a cuppa while you enjoy a good game of Rummikub!
Complementary tea and coffee. Cost: $2
For more information, contact Mai on 830 4802 0r cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2423 days ago

WFA Free Heartbeat Training

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Don't miss this opportunity Wellington Free Ambulance are holding their Free Heartbeat training at the centre on Thursday 29 March from 6.30pm - 8pm.
Booking on this training are essential, spaces are limited.
Please contact Mai on 04 830 4802 or email: cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2423 days ago

Which is your favourite city - Auckland or Wellington?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

#Watch: New Zealand has some beautiful cities, but we want to know which one is your favourite. Is Auckland or Wellington the country's most creative centre? Let us know!

2424 days ago

EASTER SALE at Big Mac Slabs Furniture

Steph from Paremata

If you need some furniture that can handle the dramatic weather we have in our neighbourhood - pop in to Big Mac Slabs Furniture this weekend and grab a bargain as they are being priced for the Easter SALE! (You also have a good chance of finding a Mothers Day pressie)
Park Benches from $500
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If you need some furniture that can handle the dramatic weather we have in our neighbourhood - pop in to Big Mac Slabs Furniture this weekend and grab a bargain as they are being priced for the Easter SALE! (You also have a good chance of finding a Mothers Day pressie)
Park Benches from $500
Bench Seats from $200
Chopping Boards from $20

Price: $500

2424 days ago

Have your say on the future of tax

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2424 days ago

Any local businesses happy to

Darren from Tawa

Hi Everyone,

Just a quick call out to local business, are there any of you who are happy to put a flyer up in your business, see attached image below.

I would be very grateful if you could help out, I'll order and print once I know how many people are happy to facilitate.

Thanks

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2424 days ago

Recap: Your decorating dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.

If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.

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2424 days ago

Playgroup at The Centre Tomorrow

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Don't miss our Playgroup tomorrow from 10 am - 11.30 am, just for a gold coin contribution.
come along with your child and meet some new parents and caregivers, whilst the toddlers play, or babies sleep and feed....
For more information contact Mai on 830 4802 or email: cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2424 days ago

Churton Park Multicultural Fair 25 March at Amesbury School

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Mark your calendar now!
On Sunday 25 March between 12 noon - 3pm Churton Park is having a Multicultural Fair like none other...... there will be 3 hours of amazing performances showcasing the diverse cultures and talents from Churton Park.

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2424 days ago

Boomerang Bags Public Launch

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

The date of the Public Launch for Churton Park Boomerang Bags making bee is announced!!
Saturday 24 March From 9 am in the entrance of Churton Park New World. At this launch we will give away to the public all the bags we have made – which is 600 Bags.
Come along and take your bag, we are … View more
The date of the Public Launch for Churton Park Boomerang Bags making bee is announced!!
Saturday 24 March From 9 am in the entrance of Churton Park New World. At this launch we will give away to the public all the bags we have made – which is 600 Bags.
Come along and take your bag, we are looking forward to seeing you all.
Boomerang Bags workshop is cancelled for this Sunday 25 March at the centre, they will participate in Multicultural Fair from 12noon - 3 pm

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