Grenada Village, Wellington

420 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
418 days ago

Tawa News, the online newsletter for our area

Monique from Tawa Residents' Association

Kia ora everyone,
Tawa News September was emailed on Friday, did you get it?
Lots of people with an xtr.co.nz email did not receive it.
So here it is!
mailchi.mp...

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419 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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419 days ago

Free land fill

Darrin from Tawa

Had a slip a few months ago on my Drive and the dirt is now in a pile by my letterbox at 4 Duncan St in Tawa. Quite happy for anyone to take some or all of it away if they have a use for it.

Free

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419 days ago

Telephone dictation voting in the 2023 General Election

The Team from Electoral Commission

If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do … View more
If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do need to register to use this service though, before noon (NZ time) on Saturday 14 October.

You can find more information on our website here: vote.nz...

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432 days ago

Re-use, Re-Purpose, Beautify with Gold!!

Alina from Khandallah

Hello Lovely locals. Come along and learn this wonderful technique.
Ema will be holding a KINTSUGI WORKSHOP on Saturday, 14th & Sunday, 15th October at Whirinaki Whare Taonga & Toi Poneke Art Centre here in Wellington again and she has limited spots available so make sure to book in early.… View more
Hello Lovely locals. Come along and learn this wonderful technique.
Ema will be holding a KINTSUGI WORKSHOP on Saturday, 14th & Sunday, 15th October at Whirinaki Whare Taonga & Toi Poneke Art Centre here in Wellington again and she has limited spots available so make sure to book in early.

Have you ever wanted to try Kintsugi.... It's an ancient Japanese art form where you fix broken pottery with gold - making its imperfections its beauty. - A truly wonderful philosophy to live by. If you are interested please go to: tinyurl.com...

I'm sure there's a few of you out there that have been saving a broken piece not knowing quite what to do with it, and if not Ema has plenty of back ups. So just bring yourselves and have some fun. Bring a friend and make some Kintsugi magic together.

420 days ago

Voting is now open in the 2023 General Election!

The Team from Electoral Commission

You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't … View more
You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't arrived yet you can vote without it! Find your nearest voting place here:
map.vote.nz...

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421 days ago

Tulip garden open days

Carolyn from Tawa

We are open again today in the much more pleasant weather. We invite you to come and see our terraced property with themed garden rooms and 2,500 tulips. They are all colour coordinated so there is sure to be a combination that is your favourite. Technically we are planning to open for a couple … View moreWe are open again today in the much more pleasant weather. We invite you to come and see our terraced property with themed garden rooms and 2,500 tulips. They are all colour coordinated so there is sure to be a combination that is your favourite. Technically we are planning to open for a couple more weekends but with the weather being like it has been the tulips may finish early this year so don't wait if you can. You can always come again and see the late tulips. The courtyards Coconut ice theme and the Mediterranean slopes berry nice scheme are at their peak now.
Plants from our garden are also for sale.
Entry by donation please.
34 St Johns Tce, Tawa
10.30 - 3.30.

421 days ago

Happy Grandparents Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt … View more
Happy Grandparents Day to our fantastic neighbours!

We wish you a day filled with celebration for your poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad, while also remembering those who are no longer with us.
May your day be brimming with joy and treasured memories!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their amazing nominations! Your stories have touched our hearts deeply. And the winner is... Koko Grant, nominated by Khalei-Marley Taylor-Karaitiana! Congratulations!

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421 days ago

Irish Genealogy October Education Day

Donna Bridgeman from Irish Interest Group - Lower North Island

Join us for presentations from historian Kathryn Patterson and genealogist Maggie Gaffney, convenor of the Irish Interest Group Lower North Island. We'll also have helpdesks for your Irish family history research and DNA questions and some of our library collection for you to browse.
Irish … View more
Join us for presentations from historian Kathryn Patterson and genealogist Maggie Gaffney, convenor of the Irish Interest Group Lower North Island. We'll also have helpdesks for your Irish family history research and DNA questions and some of our library collection for you to browse.
Irish LNI members $10 / Non-members $15
Book online or pay cash on the day

9.30am Registration and tea/coffee

10.00am Irish soldiers' wives in 19th century NZ

Kathryn Patterson

11am Break

11.15am Finding Private Clark

Maggie Gaffney

12.15pm Lunch

Irish research helpdesk

DNA helpdesk

Reference library

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422 days ago

Breast Cancer Fund Raiser - Sat 7 Oct, 10am

The Team from

Here's a great cause to support, Good People! Speakers include Doctors & Survivors who will share their knowledge & experience from very different perspectives. These hampers will be auctioned with proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Foundation. So, go & bid high!

423 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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423 days ago

Decks for indoor outdoor living

Pete Ashton from Decks Decks

Pete Ashton from Decks Decks
We have recently completed several deck projects ready for the improving weather. A well designed deck area will allow you to enjoy otherwise unusable areas providing safe playing and entertainment areas. Wait times are increasing so early enquires will help to avoid … View more
Pete Ashton from Decks Decks
We have recently completed several deck projects ready for the improving weather. A well designed deck area will allow you to enjoy otherwise unusable areas providing safe playing and entertainment areas. Wait times are increasing so early enquires will help to avoid disappointment .Call Pete Ashton 0274403242 7days . Www.nocowboys.co.nz for references .

423 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter The Post

Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is … View more
Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is unusual as they are normally very skittish!
I discovered a shag high up in the trees near a playground too! A shame it was too dark to get a decent capture but I liked the shadow effect! Saw lots of ducks in the stream, I think that there were a couple of Australian Shovellers if I am not mistaken!
The first photos is of tui that I had earlier been stalking around my property. He had plenty to say to me...."

423 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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