Crofton Downs, Wellington

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1373 days ago

Fusion dance

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Check out the lovely photo from the recent 72nd Indian Republic Day diplomatic function in Wellington.
The dancers are from the Natraj School of Dance and were directed by Prabha Rav.

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1373 days ago

Good weather, music and festivals - Wellington has it all

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

What events are you planning to check out in Wellington over the weekend?
A crowd of 30,000 Six60 fans are expected at Sky Stadium for the band’s Wellington concert. The show is one of a number of big events to coincide with good weather over the coming weekend.
The capital is set for another … View more
What events are you planning to check out in Wellington over the weekend?
A crowd of 30,000 Six60 fans are expected at Sky Stadium for the band’s Wellington concert. The show is one of a number of big events to coincide with good weather over the coming weekend.
The capital is set for another purple patch this weekend with tens of thousands of people having marked Chinese New Year celebrations, a concert by Kiwi band Six60 and the Wine and Food Festival on their calendars. Adding to the colour will be the on-going What if the City Was a Theatre? arts programme.
More than 50,000 people are expected to welcome the year of the ox across a series of Chinese New Year events. The festival begins with a fireworks display on the waterfront on Saturday night followed by a market, Chinese Zodiac Art Trail, lightbox exhibition, and a street parade on Sunday.

1373 days ago

Personalise a print!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your … View more
Need a quick way to add colour to a room? Add your own creative flair to a shop-bought art print using a few Resene testpots and you can have a one of a kind pick me up for your wall.

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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1376 days ago

Wellington's band rotunda to be restored

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

What would you like to see done with the Oriental Bay Rotunda
The band rotunda at Wellington’s Oriental Bay is on the cusp of a new beginning, with renovations beginning this week.
The rotunda building, a Wellington waterfront landmark since its original construction in 1938, has been closed … View more
What would you like to see done with the Oriental Bay Rotunda
The band rotunda at Wellington’s Oriental Bay is on the cusp of a new beginning, with renovations beginning this week.
The rotunda building, a Wellington waterfront landmark since its original construction in 1938, has been closed since 2012, despite still bearing the signage for Bluewater Bar and Grill.
The building requires extensive strengthening and restoration.

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1376 days ago

Poll: Which photograph takes the cake?

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these… View more
Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these down to six brilliantly captured photographs in the running to win a Canon EOS camera.

You can hear more about these finalist entries on our blog, but judging is simple:
Cast your vote in the poll below before 3pm, February 11.

Which photograph takes the cake?
  • 42.5% Finalist 1: Ken Hansen (The beach)
    42.5% Complete
  • 11.8% Finalist 2: Tiana Golder (Mana Wāhine)
    11.8% Complete
  • 12.4% Finalist 3: Tom Mazey (Vintage cars)
    12.4% Complete
  • 7% Finalist 4: Vivian Gehrmann (On the farm)
    7% Complete
  • 16.6% Finalist 5: Stephane Dussau (Maori Battallion)
    16.6% Complete
  • 9.8% Finalist 6: Kate Henry (Kids playing)
    9.8% Complete
1332 votes
1374 days ago

Chinese New Year 2021: Wellington organisers celebrate 20 years

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weekend, more than 50,000 people are expected to farewell the rat and welcome the year of the ox at Wellington’s Chinese New Year Festival.
While other parts of the world remain in lockdown due to coronavirus, Wellingtonians will be able to embark on a Chinese Zodiac Art Trail, see a … View more
This weekend, more than 50,000 people are expected to farewell the rat and welcome the year of the ox at Wellington’s Chinese New Year Festival.
While other parts of the world remain in lockdown due to coronavirus, Wellingtonians will be able to embark on a Chinese Zodiac Art Trail, see a lightbox exhibition, eat market food, watch fireworks and enjoy a street parade.

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1374 days ago

English can be confusing!

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Brought/bought, often confused. How do you remember which to use?

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1374 days ago

REMINDER: Learn to play Bridge in 2021.....

Klaus from Karori

.....the best card game in the world!
WHEN: Monday, 15 February 2010, at 7.30pm
WHERE: Karori Bridge Club, 274 Karori Road, Karori

Bring along a friend, a partner or just yourself!

This 12-lesson beginners course runs over a period of six weeks which includes lots of card play and comprehensive … View more
.....the best card game in the world!
WHEN: Monday, 15 February 2010, at 7.30pm
WHERE: Karori Bridge Club, 274 Karori Road, Karori

Bring along a friend, a partner or just yourself!

This 12-lesson beginners course runs over a period of six weeks which includes lots of card play and comprehensive course notes. The two-hour lessons are held twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays. See also: www.karoribridge.com...

1376 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ella

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Sorry, I did not post my usual SPCA Pet of the Day on Sunday but this week it is something different, a white rabbit.

"I was roaming on a property which also had dogs on it, so for my own safety, I was brought to SPCA.
I have a strong character and will need a home with someone who is … View more
Sorry, I did not post my usual SPCA Pet of the Day on Sunday but this week it is something different, a white rabbit.

"I was roaming on a property which also had dogs on it, so for my own safety, I was brought to SPCA.
I have a strong character and will need a home with someone who is experienced with rabbits. Once I know I am loved, I calm down but at first I do come across as reactive. I would love to have a friend, I haven't met one here at SPCA, so if you have a lonely male rabbit, maybe we could be friends?
I wouldn't suit young children or a busy home as I get worried by sudden movements and loud noises. I will need a large grassy area with a weather-proof hutch for day time. At night I will need an area inside with my family."

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1374 days ago

Wellington rents hit $600 mark

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington is the first region in the country to cross the $600 median weekly rent milestone, with a record-breaking $615 per week in January, according to the latest Trade Me Rental Price Index.

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1375 days ago

Marsden Swimming champ

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Alyssa has had a brilliant time in pool recently. At the Swimming Wellington 12&Under Junior Championship she was 1st in her age group, winning 4 gold medals, 2 silvers and 2 bronzes. She followed this up at the NZ Junior Festival All Stars meet with 1st in the Girls 10&U 100m Butterfly and… View moreAlyssa has had a brilliant time in pool recently. At the Swimming Wellington 12&Under Junior Championship she was 1st in her age group, winning 4 gold medals, 2 silvers and 2 bronzes. She followed this up at the NZ Junior Festival All Stars meet with 1st in the Girls 10&U 100m Butterfly and 3rd in the Girls 10&U 50m Butterfly. Way to go Alyssa!

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1374 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner … View moreWe have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1375 days ago

2 tickets to Synthony for sale.

Amanda from Khandallah

I am selling 2 tickets to Synthony on Friday 12th Feb in Wgtn. Unfortunately I can no longer go.
Feel free to make me an offer. Tickets worth $135 each.
www.synthony.com...

Negotiable

1375 days ago

Marsden Designer Clothing Stall

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Marsden's popular Designer Clothing Stall will be present and correct at the Marsden pop-up Gala on 14 March. If you haven't worn it, loved it, looked fab in it for the past year please consider donating! We take sports clothing, shoes, jewelry, scarves, all accessories from labels like … View moreMarsden's popular Designer Clothing Stall will be present and correct at the Marsden pop-up Gala on 14 March. If you haven't worn it, loved it, looked fab in it for the past year please consider donating! We take sports clothing, shoes, jewelry, scarves, all accessories from labels like Country Road, Trenery, Ruby, Seed, Sportscraft, Nike, Lululemon and many more (drop off at Marsden reception). If not, we look forward to seeing you to peruse the special items that will no doubt be on offer!

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1375 days ago

Marsden Old Girl Joanna Prendergast is The Cool Mum

Inge Doig from Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

It's fascinating what our Old Girls get up to! Joanna Prendergast is a Psychiatrist by day and a Comedian by night. She has been touring her debut solo comedy show "The Cool Mum" around the South Island since mid 2020, winning the Best Solo Show and Audience Fav at the Nelson Fringe … View moreIt's fascinating what our Old Girls get up to! Joanna Prendergast is a Psychiatrist by day and a Comedian by night. She has been touring her debut solo comedy show "The Cool Mum" around the South Island since mid 2020, winning the Best Solo Show and Audience Fav at the Nelson Fringe Festival. The show is a parody of a celebrity parenting seminar and she is bringing it to the Wellington Fringe Festival in March. Joanna assures us she takes her day job very seriously, but her comedy persona, Jo Ghastly, is a different story.

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