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We are open again tomorrow (Tuesday) for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers from 9.00 to noon. Text your friends and meet up for a coffee at our place - 311 The Parade - where your child can enjoy a whole range of sensory experiences and activities.
We have added a new playpen for the little… View moreWe are open again tomorrow (Tuesday) for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers from 9.00 to noon. Text your friends and meet up for a coffee at our place - 311 The Parade - where your child can enjoy a whole range of sensory experiences and activities.
We have added a new playpen for the little ones: we can even do a latte now - just ask!
We are right by the no 1 bus stop -easy to get to us.
We have things for all ages including indoor and outdoor play areas, a safe play pen area for babies, and ride-ons for older pre-schoolers. Drop in any time and let us know what you would like in our programme. All we ask is that you bring a smile, your child's requirements, and a koha for the heating and refreshment costs.
Sculpting the future of our nation
“Succession meets Barbie” -Showcase Victoria
Edith Aldridge is the youngest woman to be elected leader of her country. In a lush presidential suite, she has just ninety minutes to get ready for the most monumental day of her life. But things are not going … View moreSculpting the future of our nation
“Succession meets Barbie” -Showcase Victoria
Edith Aldridge is the youngest woman to be elected leader of her country. In a lush presidential suite, she has just ninety minutes to get ready for the most monumental day of her life. But things are not going to plan. Due to heavy fog, her team is stuck in another city. Enter Rosie, a twenty-two year old makeup artist from the David Jones counter, sent last minute to help Edith get camera ready.
From very different worlds, these two women, though face to face, do not see eye to eye in this provocative, slick and funny play that is “sparkling fresh and urgently of the now”.
The team that brought you PRIMA FACIE, brings you this dynamic new work that “explores the role that makeup and fashion play in how we perceive and receive women in power.” -review quotes from Arts Hub & Australian Arts Review.
Written by Emily Sheehan
Produced by Kavanah Productions & BRAVE Theatre
Directed by Lyndee-Jane Rutherford
Sat 11 October to Sat 8 November 2025
Preview Night: Friday 10 October
Sunday Special: Sunday 12 October
Choose Your Price Night: Tuesday 14 October
Q&A: Wednesday 15 October
Circa Two
Tues-Sat 7.30pm, Sun 4.30pm
$30 – $60
Early Bird Tickets Available
Runtime: 90 minutes, no interval
Restructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article '… View moreRestructure.
A scary word that can make people uneasy—and for good reason. According to The Post, more than a third of New Zealand’s public services have recently faced it.
But why is restructuring the go-to strategy for driving change?
In The Post’s article 'Reaching for change: Is our public service obsessed with restructuring?', doctoral candidate Annika Naschitzki from Victoria University is trying to understand repetitive restructuring.
New Zealand’s public service is often seen as risk-averse, slow-moving, and stuck. But interviewed staff indicate that they want change, that change is needed ... just not through restructuring.
Naschitzki doesn’t mince words: “We always have the same issues, but we keep trying to fix the same problem with the same hammer we've been using for decades.”
Are we leaning too heavily on structural change when real transformation might lie elsewhere? Perhaps through training, resourcing, tools, and practice, as Naschitzki suggests.
What do you think?
Is restructuring the right tool for meaningful change, or just a habit we can’t seem to break?
If you are wary of restructuring, how can we do better?
Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
A special chance to learn with Nathan Torvik, one of the country’s most respected string whisperers. Beginners $20/$15 unwaged 10-11am, and Intermediate+ $30/$20 unwaged from 1 to 3pm. Visit the website for more information. www.hilltophouseconcerts.co.nz...
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is … View moreBe aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.
How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.
❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.
Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.
For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
All neighbours, we now have some of the released kiwi living naturally in our suburbs. Cat owners PLEASE keep your cats inside at night. PLEASE 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Get creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots… View moreGet creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots with these easy step by step instructions.
This Saturday 16/8! Celebrating the enduring legacies of Linda Ronstadt and Carole King. The 'Welcome to our Lounge Tour'. Sue Dyson is a gifted vocalist known for her warm and captivating stage presence. Backed by talented young pianist Freddy Sayer of The Pretty Boys, they offer an … View moreThis Saturday 16/8! Celebrating the enduring legacies of Linda Ronstadt and Carole King. The 'Welcome to our Lounge Tour'. Sue Dyson is a gifted vocalist known for her warm and captivating stage presence. Backed by talented young pianist Freddy Sayer of The Pretty Boys, they offer an extra-ordinary musical evening. Set in a laid-back intimate lounge atmosphere, their performance promises an engaging experience of great classics that have defined generations. Teas, coffee & snacks provided. BYO anything else you'd like. All details re parking etc will be included in reply email confirming your booking. www.hilltophouseconcerts.co.nz...
Butter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some … View moreButter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.
Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some members of our community (women, Māori, and Pacific people) are experiencing worsening financial positions at elevated rates.
Stats NZ tells us that food prices have jumped 4.6% since this time last year, with meat and dairy doing most of the damage. This jump is hitting us all, but groceries are just one part of the picture.
When basic costs keep climbing, the old cost-saving tricks — like bulk-buying or stockpiling on sale — don’t always work. Who can afford to spend more upfront when every dollar already has a job?
We want to know: What costs have caught you off guard the most? What are the expenses that feel impossible to juggle right now?
Share your thoughts below!
Don't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.
Share a Bright Spot today for a … View moreDon't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.
Share a Bright Spot today for a chance to win one of ten prize packs worth $500.
And make sure you check out the entries so far too.
Friday 15 August, and Saturday, 16 August, 10 am - 2 pm.
Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities. We'd love to show you around.
Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.
Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.
But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and … View moreThe Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.
Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.
But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and Hospitality NZ are worried the costs won’t just disappear. Labour MP Arena Williams put it simply: there should not be surcharges for customers at all. But she points out that the Government’s plan does not deal with banks and merchants “who still scoop a big fee”.
Many of our community are rocked by the recent announcement. Retailers warn card surcharge ban could lead to higher prices - the unfortunatel reality is that small businesses are feeling the squeeze along with their customers. In comparison, large retailers pay significantly lower banking fees and ultimately have more leverage at the negotiation table.
💸 So someone still pays – but who?
We want to know: Who should be covering this cost?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
Tennis NZ's annual Love Tennis event sees tennis clubs around the country open their doors and courts for members of their community to come along and give tennis a go...for FREE!!
With activities for all ages including coaching sessions and court play, mini games, giveaways, BBQ’s and … View moreTennis NZ's annual Love Tennis event sees tennis clubs around the country open their doors and courts for members of their community to come along and give tennis a go...for FREE!!
With activities for all ages including coaching sessions and court play, mini games, giveaways, BBQ’s and much much more, there’s so many reasons to come along and give tennis a go!
Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting – Tuesday 12th August
Kia ora,
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.
To find us, go in and ask Reception where we are.
We look forward to … View moreWestern Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting – Tuesday 12th August
Kia ora,
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.
To find us, go in and ask Reception where we are.
We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.
Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor
© Neighbourly 2025
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