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1496 days ago

Honey bees

Laura from Titahi Bay

I am looking for someone to help me asap I came home yesterday afternoon to discover that the honey bees have made a hive or something on the corner of my house I'm hoping a beekeeper or anyone could help me I prefer they don't die but I also cannot have a bee hive on my house please help… View moreI am looking for someone to help me asap I came home yesterday afternoon to discover that the honey bees have made a hive or something on the corner of my house I'm hoping a beekeeper or anyone could help me I prefer they don't die but I also cannot have a bee hive on my house please help me iv never dealt with this

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1496 days ago

Make a sensory table

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

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Take an old children’s table and turn it into a fun and tactile sensory board.

Sensory boards can be made with all sorts of textures and themes for young children, and are great learning tools. Let your children help choose the Resene colours and help fun with contrasting colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1497 days ago

TAWA LIONS MARKET - CHRISTMAS CAKES

Market News from Tawa Lions Club

Lions Christmas Cakes are available at our Saturday Morning Market at Outlet City Car Park. Traditional recipe with real fruit, they represent excellent value at our Market Special Price of $20.00 for a 1.2 kg cake. The proceeds from the sale of each cake, $4.98 goes towards our Lions Charitable … View moreLions Christmas Cakes are available at our Saturday Morning Market at Outlet City Car Park. Traditional recipe with real fruit, they represent excellent value at our Market Special Price of $20.00 for a 1.2 kg cake. The proceeds from the sale of each cake, $4.98 goes towards our Lions Charitable Trust to support local youth activities. In particular - Tawa Young Achievers Awards, Tawa Intermediate School Citizens Awards, Spirit of Adventure Trust, Camp Quality, supporting children with cancer and the Lions Playscape at the future Wellington Children's Hospital.

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1497 days ago

Keep your cemetery tidy

Reporter Community News

Porirua City Council cemetery staff need your help keeping Whenua Tapu Cemetery tidy to show respect to the more than 10,000 people who call it their final resting place.
Bottles and glass vases are regularly broken and end up strewn on the grass, acting parks operations manager Mark Hammond says.
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Porirua City Council cemetery staff need your help keeping Whenua Tapu Cemetery tidy to show respect to the more than 10,000 people who call it their final resting place.
Bottles and glass vases are regularly broken and end up strewn on the grass, acting parks operations manager Mark Hammond says.
"Our staff do their best to respect and look after ornaments, keepsakes, flowers and other items by placing them back where we believe they’ve come from, but it is often difficult to work out where," he says.
"Flowers, bottles and other ornaments can get caught by mowers and line trimmers, making it not only a safety issue for staff but also it’s heart-breaking to be taking so many items to the skip. We need to keep Whenua Tapu tidy for the whole community to enjoy when they visit."
Some of the lighter items, like plastic flowers, can end up in streams and in Taupō Swamp, making them hazardous to birdlife and our natural environment.
If you want to learn more about the best ways you can ensure your loved ones’ tributes are looked after and stay put, come along to our Whenua Tapu open day on Saturday 7 November from 12-2pm.

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1497 days ago

Falls prevention

Lorna Harvey from

There’s a new exercise class in town! Yes, another one… but this one is special: it’s a falls prevention exercise class for seniors, and it only costs a gold coin. Age Concern Wellington’s Ann Dalziel has started three new weekly classes in Lower Hutt (Knox Church), Khandallah (St Barnabas … View moreThere’s a new exercise class in town! Yes, another one… but this one is special: it’s a falls prevention exercise class for seniors, and it only costs a gold coin. Age Concern Wellington’s Ann Dalziel has started three new weekly classes in Lower Hutt (Knox Church), Khandallah (St Barnabas Church), and Churton Park (community centre). Age Concern Wellington now has 25 Steady as You Go exercise classes running each week around the Wellington Region. From Upper Hutt to Island Bay and over to Whitby, there’s a class near you.

“My balance has improved so much,” says one class participant, “and I’ve made many new friends here.”

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve balance and leg strength, flexibility, general fitness, and wellbeing. But most importantly perhaps, these classes are a great way to meet new people.

Classes consist of a combination of sitting, standing and walking exercises, and take around an hour. Call 04 499 6648 or visit www.ageconcernwellington.org.nz... for more information.

Falls are not a natural part of ageing!

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1497 days ago

Dog looking for its owner

Reporter Community News

This lovely chap is missing his owners. He is a mixed breed dog found roaming in the suburb of Elsdon, Porirua and has no microchip or tags.
If this is your doggo or you know the owner, contact the council's Animal Control Team on 04 237 5089.

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1498 days ago

Porirua mall hosts Diwali celebrations this weekend

Reporter Community News

North City Mall is the place to celebrate Diwal this weekend.
From 12 noon to 2pm on both days, Diwali activities at the mall will feature cultural performances including traditional classical dances, bhangra, Bollywood zumba, music, henna painting and art work, rangoli, Indian sweets and snacks, … View more
North City Mall is the place to celebrate Diwal this weekend.
From 12 noon to 2pm on both days, Diwali activities at the mall will feature cultural performances including traditional classical dances, bhangra, Bollywood zumba, music, henna painting and art work, rangoli, Indian sweets and snacks, and lucky draws.
Dignitaries expected to attend include India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Muktesh Pardeshi,

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1498 days ago

SENIOR REGIONAL GAMES 2020

Corinne Morris from

Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
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Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
Pickleball run by ASBSC Pickleball
Table tennis run by Table Tennis Wellington
Badminton run by Badminton Wellington Centre
Walking netball run by Netball Wellington Centre
Walking basketball run by Wellington Basketball Association
Indoor bowls run by Mornington Bowling Club
Dancing by Harbour City Rock N Roll Club

We hope to see you there! Register here: www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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1498 days ago

Thank You Locals.

Rod from Hive World Honey

Thank you locals for a wonderful day at the Love Local Expo at Te Rauparaha Arena on Saturday. It was amazing to see so many turn out to support local businesses. Our shop is at 16 Wall Place and open Monday to Friday.

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1499 days ago

Sold out in Australia. Here now.

Bredan Foot Supersite

The all new Isuzu is a must see, and some of the first delivery has just landed.

This is the first all-new D-Max in 8 years. It’s been redeveloped from top to bottom and sets a new benchmark for reliability, comfort and safety. In fact, it’s New Zealand’s safest ute.

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The all new Isuzu is a must see, and some of the first delivery has just landed.

This is the first all-new D-Max in 8 years. It’s been redeveloped from top to bottom and sets a new benchmark for reliability, comfort and safety. In fact, it’s New Zealand’s safest ute.

Come and test drive one today. Get a free towbar when you buy one before the end of October.

Call Francois now on 04 237 0692 or 027 540 0058.

See the D-Max at our Porirua Showroom 10 Titahi Bay Rd, Porirua.
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1499 days ago

Sick of snoring? Sleep better with Snorex

Snorex

Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is … View more
Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is breathed in during sleep.

Snorex is a custom made device that holds the jaw forward, opening up the airway and stopping snoring. Made in Stokes Valley for 25 years, each Snorex is custom fitted for comfort and efficacy.

For more information, or to book an appointment, check out our website or call 0800 766 739.
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1499 days ago

A world full of opportunities

Queen Margaret College

Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop … View more
Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop confidence, aim for excellence, take risks, challenge and explore the world around them.

Every child enjoys access to a wide range of exhilarating cultural and sporting opportunities in a progressive, cosmopolitan, safe environment. We value diversity, and inclusivity – and are the school of choice for families from 54 countries worldwide.

Join us for Open Day, Years 4-6 to find out more and discover the difference a QM education will make to your child’s future.

Discover Years 4,5 and 6
Junior School Open Day
Wednesday 28 October
• 9am - 10.20am
• 5pm - 6.20pm

Places are limited. Book to avoid disappointment.
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1500 days ago

Monday Sport Blast From The Past

Reporter Community News

Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in … View more
Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in softball, playing for New Zealand and helping her club and Hutt Valley win numerous titles.
League was however her first love and in 2000 Hina was named MVP at the first women’s World Cup, where New Zealand beat Great Britain 26-4.
She was prominent in the Kiwi Ferns retaining the World Cup in 2005 and 2008.
In the 2008 defence, Hina was named MVP for a second time. In the final, New Zealand thrashed Australia 34-0, with Hina scoring two tries and kicking three conversions.
In 2010, she achieved arguably her greatest achievement by being selected to play for the Black Ferns at the World Cup.
She became the first female to win rugby and league World Cups.
Towards the end of her career, Hina was diagnosed with kidney disease and she was unable to fulfill her dream of playing Sevens at the Rio Olympics in 2016.
In 2015, she was inducted as a Hutt Valley Sports Awards legend.

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1499 days ago

Whitby Collegiate Information Evening at Kāpiti Community Centre

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate is Wellington’s first progressive, independent, co-educational school for Years 7-13.
We believe in small classes, big thinking, individual attention and collective responsibility - all focused on helping children be the very best that they can be, in every aspect of their … View more
Whitby Collegiate is Wellington’s first progressive, independent, co-educational school for Years 7-13.
We believe in small classes, big thinking, individual attention and collective responsibility - all focused on helping children be the very best that they can be, in every aspect of their lives.

Come along to our Information Evening at the Kāpiti Community Centre on Thursday 12 November from 6:30 - 7:30pm.
Register online at whitbycollegiate.school.nz or call us on 04 234 1070

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1500 days ago

Thank you neighbours!

Trudy from SoulyNZ

The team at SoulyNZ just want to say thank you for your fantastic support of our new business here in Tawa! We've been open 2 months now and more and more people are spreading the word that we are here and ready to help you find that perfect gift or a special something for yourself.
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The team at SoulyNZ just want to say thank you for your fantastic support of our new business here in Tawa! We've been open 2 months now and more and more people are spreading the word that we are here and ready to help you find that perfect gift or a special something for yourself.
We're located at Shop 4, The Plaza, 210 Main Road, Tawa and we are surrounded by the loveliest local businesses who have welcomed us in and made us feel at home. We stock "lovingly beautifully kiwi" products in our store and 70% of our creators are from the Wellington Region! We love supporting local and we love that you support us!
Come in and see us, or shop online at www.soulynz.co.nz...
If you pop in and put your details in the box before the end of October you will go in the draw to win a copy of the book 'Hope from Lockdown' which showcases stories of people's bubbles all around New Zealand, it is beautiful!
Hope to meet you in-store soon!

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