Crofton Downs, Wellington

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231 days ago

Wadestown School Out of Zone Ballot

Megan from Wadestown

Out-of-Zone Enrolment for July to December 2025
APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Wadestown School Board invites applications from out-of-zone parents who wish to enrol their children at Wadestown School for the Term 3 and Term 4, intake Monday 14 July to Wednesday 17 December 2025. Enrolment at the school… View more
Out-of-Zone Enrolment for July to December 2025
APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Wadestown School Board invites applications from out-of-zone parents who wish to enrol their children at Wadestown School for the Term 3 and Term 4, intake Monday 14 July to Wednesday 17 December 2025. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or at www.wadestown.school.nz.... Students who live in the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school.

Limited places are available in the following areas of the school:

10 out-of-zone new entrant places
Where there are more applications for enrolment than there are places available the Board are required to fill any vacant out of zone places by ballot.

Applications from out of zone students will be processed in the following order of priority:

Priority will be given to applicants who are siblings of current children at the school.
Priority will then be given to applicants who are siblings of former children of the school.
Priority will then be given to applicants who are children of Board employees.
Priority will then be given to other applicants.
If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, selection will be by ballot. If a ballot for out of zone places is required, it will be held on Tuesday 29 July at 3:00 pm under external supervision. Parents will be informed as to the outcome of the ballot immediately following the ballot being held.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places for Term 3 and 4, is Friday 25 July 2025 at 5:00 pm.

Applications are to be made in in writing, via email, to our Principal, Amanda Frater at: amandaf@wadestown.school.nz

Please be advised to use the Subject Heading: “Confidential – Term 3 & 4, Out of Zone Ballot 2025.”

Ngā mihi nui

Amanda Frater
Principal
Wadestown School Board

For further inquiries, please email:

office@wadestown.school.nz or phone 04 472 4779

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232 days ago

Create a Family-Friendly Seedling Station with Resene Lustacryl

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Get the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with … View moreGet the whole family involved in making a cosy space for nurturing seedlings painted in Resene Lustacryl so it's easy to keep clean and tidy. While you make the propagator, the kids can create the biodegradable containers and labels for growing. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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233 days ago

What is happening in your community during the Winter School Holiday?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: … View more
Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: Events for preschoolers, ages 0-5
Wellington City: Events for school-aged children, ages 5–13
Wellington City: Events for teens, ages 13+. Or, you can browse the Wellington City Libraries Events Calendar

Recreation Centres
Khandallah: Nairnville Recreation Centre
Karori: Recreation Centre
Kilbirnie: Ākau Tangi Sports Centre
Tawa: Tawa Recreation Centre

Out and About across Wellington
Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt: Staglands Wildlife Reserve
Central Wellington: Fun at Te Papa
Central Wellington: The cable car
Central Wellington, Queens Wharf: Capital E
Kelburn, Botanic Gardens: Discovery garden
Lower Hutt: The Dowse Art Museum
Newtown, Wellington Zoo: Fun at the zoo
Ōtari-Wilton's Bush: The open air museum
Porirua: Pātaka
Upper Hutt: Whirinaki Whare Taonga events for children

Find playgrounds and play areas in Wellington City, or Kāpiti.
What about a cycling or trail adventure? Consider the Remutaka Cycle Trail or the Great Harbour Way

Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!

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234 days ago

Age Concern Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Staying Safe is a classroom-based refresher workshop for senior road users. Age Concern runs these workshops in partnership with Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

The workshop aims to maintain and improve safe driving practices and increase the knowledge of other transport options available to help senior … View more
Staying Safe is a classroom-based refresher workshop for senior road users. Age Concern runs these workshops in partnership with Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

The workshop aims to maintain and improve safe driving practices and increase the knowledge of other transport options available to help senior road users remain safely mobile.


The free interactive workshop runs for around 4 hours, with morning tea and a light lunch provided.

Spaces are limited so you will need to book via our website www.acwellington.org.nz...
or call us on 04 499 6646

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234 days ago

Local Handyman Available.

Ciaran from C. Squire Carpentry

Hi,
My name is Ciaran, and I'm a qualified chippie based in Makara who has decided to go out on his own and operate a handyman and carpentry business.

I'm currently looking for more clients so if you have any projects you'd like help with please get in touch - No job too small … View more
Hi,
My name is Ciaran, and I'm a qualified chippie based in Makara who has decided to go out on his own and operate a handyman and carpentry business.

I'm currently looking for more clients so if you have any projects you'd like help with please get in touch - No job too small and I'm not afraid to get my hands dirty!

Happy to provide free quotes, estimates and advice, references and examples of past work.

Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you!

234 days ago

Trust on the road

Rita Angus Retirement Village

We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.

For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.

View more
We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.

For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.

Click read more to hear their story.

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234 days ago

Celebrating our 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero winner!

Prospa

Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.

Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."

A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
Learn more about Prospa

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235 days ago

Counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area

The Team from Wellington District Police

Police have seen an increase in counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area.

We would like to warn retailers and those accepting cash to be extra wary of counterfeit cash, and to educate themselves on how to identify counterfeit money.

If you believe someone is trying … View more
Police have seen an increase in counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area.

We would like to warn retailers and those accepting cash to be extra wary of counterfeit cash, and to educate themselves on how to identify counterfeit money.

If you believe someone is trying to pass you a counterfeit note, do not accept it.

If you find you have already received a counterfeit note, put it in an envelope to avoid handling it further and get in touch with Police.
You can contact Police online or by phone via 105, or you can provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has a clear guide outlining security features of New Zealand bank notes and how to spot counterfeit notes

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235 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

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 more
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 life you want. Find a class near you today.
Learn more

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239 days ago

Poll: Got any goals or hopes for the coming year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Happy Matariki, neighbours!

An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.

The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View more
Happy Matariki, neighbours!

An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.

The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.

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Got any goals or hopes for the coming year?
  • 57.7% Yes
    57.7% Complete
  • 42.3% No
    42.3% Complete
418 votes
236 days ago

Walkie Talkie

Gregor from Wadestown

Kids walkie talkie found adjacent to the cricket nets at Nairnville Park Khandallah this morning, still working and happy to return it to the rightful owners, my number is 021319300, describe it correctly and it will be returned.

236 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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237 days ago

Gardening and section cleanups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Need your gardens cleared even in winter ? Rubbish removed ? Quick sale? Contact us today for a free quote
0272430951
Ian

237 days ago

Seeking Donations of Plants

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

UPDATE 26 JUNE - Postponing the drop off until next Friday 4th July in hope of better weather. If your plants can't wait, please leave them in front of the Shelter and we'll pick them up over the weekend.

Hello everyone 🌷 We are seeking donations of the following plants for a … View more
UPDATE 26 JUNE - Postponing the drop off until next Friday 4th July in hope of better weather. If your plants can't wait, please leave them in front of the Shelter and we'll pick them up over the weekend.

Hello everyone 🌷 We are seeking donations of the following plants for a project that we are just starting at Karori Cemetery. Are any of these spare in your garden, or could you divide a plant to donate part to us?
We'll be at the Shelter in the cemetery to receive donations on Friday 27th June 9am - 12pm. 🌼

Plant wish list:
Groundcovers:
Ajuga, Phlomis, Pratia, Violet

Herbaceous:
Aster, Euphorbia, Geranium (cranesbill and native), Hellebore, Heuchera, Myosotidium, Omphaloides, Parahebe, Sedum

If you have any questions on this, please email workingbees@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz

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