Crofton Downs, Wellington

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Explore more, worry less at Ryman

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614 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another wonderful image from Simon Woolf. It was taken on the Kāpiti Coast.

"This bird is believe it, or not, I believe is Black Tern! "The Black Tern is one of four marsh tern species found worldwide and the rarest in New Zealand, with one accepted sighting north of Wellington in … View more
Another wonderful image from Simon Woolf. It was taken on the Kāpiti Coast.

"This bird is believe it, or not, I believe is Black Tern! "The Black Tern is one of four marsh tern species found worldwide and the rarest in New Zealand, with one accepted sighting north of Wellington in 2022. When breeding it is a small black tern with grey wings. It is pale in non-breeding plumage (as was the only local record).
Like the closely related white-winged black tern, the black tern can be found in a range of freshwater and estuarine habitats. The nominate form breeds in Eurasia, migrating to Africa to winter, while the North America subspecies migrates to Central and South America" We now have at least three birds in New Zealand, as I spotted three individual birds with the flock of White Fronted Terns. So rare in NZ. Very rapt, and a great find."

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613 days ago

Open Saturday

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 22 April) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀


See you Saturday!

614 days ago

It's a whitewash!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Refresh an old table with a Resene Colorwood Whitewash finish.

Learn how to make old new again wiith these handy instructions.

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614 days ago

News and More from Age Concern

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Read Age Concern Wellington Region's latest newsletter here (click on the link below). There's plenty of useful information for seniors, news, events and more...
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614 days ago

World Creativity and Innovation Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

World Creativity and Innovation Day provides people with a reason to try to solve old problems in new ways, with the potential of finding better and more effective methods to accomplish our goals!

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614 days ago

Brand new VOLKL SKIS for sale

Neil from Thorndon

Winter's coming, it's time for some new skis and these Volkl skis are top of the range. Length 161cm, 124/76/105mm R14.2m This is a private sale but check this link for the description of this ski:

www.torpedo7.co.nz...

The brand new Marker Motion 10.0 bindings are included.
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Winter's coming, it's time for some new skis and these Volkl skis are top of the range. Length 161cm, 124/76/105mm R14.2m This is a private sale but check this link for the description of this ski:

www.torpedo7.co.nz...

The brand new Marker Motion 10.0 bindings are included.
Interested? Call me or reply to this ad. They'll be sold to the highest bidder for a lot less than retail!
Neil
027 499 1212

635 days ago

What are the worst streets in our city for larger vehicles?

Editor Reporter from The Post

A truck stuck got stuck a narrow Wellington road this week - and it is not the first big-wheeled victim of the capital’s tight thoroughfares.

Some Wellington streets are more likely than others to collect wedged buses and trucks, with one resident saying in 2016 that a stuck bus was a … View more
A truck stuck got stuck a narrow Wellington road this week - and it is not the first big-wheeled victim of the capital’s tight thoroughfares.

Some Wellington streets are more likely than others to collect wedged buses and trucks, with one resident saying in 2016 that a stuck bus was a six-monthly affair on one bend.

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614 days ago

Why Shakespeare? - Art Talks at Inverlochy

Cheryl from Karori

Join us for a talk by Lynley Hutton, President of the Wellington Shakespeare Society and Chair of Arts Access Aotearoa, exploring the 'whys about Shakespeare' with a little background and possibly an impromptu performance.
Sunday 30 April 2-3pm
Free event - donations accepted

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Join us for a talk by Lynley Hutton, President of the Wellington Shakespeare Society and Chair of Arts Access Aotearoa, exploring the 'whys about Shakespeare' with a little background and possibly an impromptu performance.
Sunday 30 April 2-3pm
Free event - donations accepted

Book here www.inverlochy.org.nz...

Please note:
Wheelchair access into Inverlochy Art School is minimal. Please get in touch with us at inverlochyartschool@gmail.com for more information.

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614 days ago

Wise Fools Concert with a Shakespearean theme at Inverlochy Art School

Cheryl from Karori

Join us for another exciting Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with Wise Fools. Not to worry if a cushion is not your thing...we can provide chairs!
Sunday 30 April 5-6pm

"If music be the food of love, play on" - Willaim Shakepeare's(1564-1616) first line in … View more
Join us for another exciting Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with Wise Fools. Not to worry if a cushion is not your thing...we can provide chairs!
Sunday 30 April 5-6pm

"If music be the food of love, play on" - Willaim Shakepeare's(1564-1616) first line in Twelfth Night.

For this concert the purveyors of the food of love are the trio “Wise Fools” comprising of Pepe Becker - Soprano, Rebecca Steel - Flute and Dan Poynton - Piano

Tickets only $10 Book at www.inverlochy.org.nz...
Door sales also accepted

Please note:
Wheelchair access into Inverlochy Art School is minimal. Please get in touch with us at inverlochyartschool@gmail.com for more information.

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618 days ago

What's top of mind for this year's election?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The 2023 General Election is to be held on Saturday 14th October 2023 - that's less than 6 months until you make your vote!
In the lead up to the election, what issues are you most wanting to hear from parties and their candidates about?

Type NFP if you want your comments excluded from … View more
The 2023 General Election is to be held on Saturday 14th October 2023 - that's less than 6 months until you make your vote!
In the lead up to the election, what issues are you most wanting to hear from parties and their candidates about?

Type NFP if you want your comments excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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615 days ago

Last chance to win this home!

Heart Foundation

It’s your last chance to win this brand-new,, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an … View more
It’s your last chance to win this brand-new,, fully-furnished home located just north of Auckland in the stunning beachside town of Mangawhai.

Valued at over $1.4 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand-new home features three-bedrooms, two-bathrooms and boasts an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental or even sell it. Tickets only $15 – get in quick and purchase more tickets today.
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616 days ago

SAMSUNG VS APPLE

The Team from NZ Compare

The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of … View more
The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of Samsung and Apple now with this easy guide.

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617 days ago

Would you speak up?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage … View more
Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage you to speak up and raise issues early.

For phone and internet disputes, talk to your provider first and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved or if you need some extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

To get in touch or find out more, visit www.tdr.org.nz or freephone 0508 98 98 98.
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618 days ago

World Haiku Poetry Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry made of short, unrhymed lines that evoke natural imagery. Haiku can come in a variety of different formats of short verses, though the most common is a three-line poem with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern. Have a go and share your Haiku in the comments below!

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620 days ago

NGAIO REPAIR CAFE

Sandi from Crofton Downs

Why not pop down to Ngaio Union Church this morning have a cuppa and some home baking and check out the NGAIO REPAIR CAFE

cnr Kenya St and Crofton Road 10am-1pm

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