Book returned to Newtown Library after 118 years
The Earl of Derby by George Saintsbury was borrowed from the Newtown Library in March 1902. Having been found in Sydney, it has finally been returned 118 years later.
Library staff have seen reason, and the penny a day fine - it has been more than 43,000 days since the book was loaned since - has been waived.
Anyone else out there guilty of having library books stashed away in their shelves?
Community Garage Sale Sat 8 March 2025
Grab a bargain and shop sustainably at our Community Garage Sale!
Held at St Ninian's, 208 Karori Road, we have plenty of great bargains on offer: household goods, toys, games, puzzles, crafts, plants, CDs and DVDs, baking, hot food, BBQ and more! Make a morning of it - get a coffee and something to eat after you've had a good browse.
We also have a range of community tables from local entrepeneurs selling a range of goods.
Tables can be booked for $15 (free if raising money for charity). Call (04) 476 7137 or email stnup@xtra.co.nz to book.
Available Baking With Residents Role
Huntleigh Home in Karori has an elder-directed philosophy, meaning they put residents at the heart of everything they do.
Huntleigh Home is looking for a volunteer to help residents to participate and reminisce about their own baking. You can register your interest by searching the role ID number or clicking the link.
This week's prize winners
Congratulations to the winners of the $100 grocery vouchers. The winners are:
Blair Roddick from Blenheim
Greer Bell from Snells Beach
Dorothy Burt from Levin
Hannah Rice from Aranui
Winners must get in touch with us here before Tuesday, 25th February to claim their prize.
Not a winner this time? Never fear, there's always next week.
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