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1487 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Whether it’s keeping your garden beds weed-free, trimming hedges to look just perfect, or simply mowing the lawns, we work within most budgets to keep your garden looking tidy.

For a reasonable estimate give us a call at 027 548 9818 Or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1487 days ago

A Bloke’s Day Out

Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The… View more
Why not treat yourself to a bloke’s day out for a grooming WOF? Just be wary of the barbershop – between the bay rum oil, hot towels, banter, and leather chairs, you won’t want to leave!

Bevis, a resident at Ryman’s Anthony Wilding Village, recently received a gentleman’s makeover. The day began at the barbershop where Bevis and his barber Kohl shared plenty of laughs. Next up, a personal stylist helped Bevis select clothes he looked and felt great in. Being pampered isn’t the norm for Bevis but based on his smile, we’re confident he loved every minute.
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1487 days ago

Lyall Bay Surf Life Saving Club Open Day and Art Auction - 31 October

Jenny from Melrose

Purchase art from some of Wellington's top creatives, and help Lyall Bay SLSC finish it's clubhouse so that it can continue providing a great life saving service to the community.

Artists who have kindly contributed artwork include Michael McCormack, Dr. Ashley Bloomfield, Werner Kaffl, … View more
Purchase art from some of Wellington's top creatives, and help Lyall Bay SLSC finish it's clubhouse so that it can continue providing a great life saving service to the community.

Artists who have kindly contributed artwork include Michael McCormack, Dr. Ashley Bloomfield, Werner Kaffl, Jane Blackmore, and more.

Tickets are $40 and include food and drink, phone bidding is also available. 31 October 5-7pm.

Email fundraising@lyallbayslsc.org.nz to purchase a ticket, or head to the Lyall Bay Surf Life Saving Club Facebook page for more information.

There will also be a club open day and art sale between noon and 3pm on the same day. For a small donation, see the progress on the building project and get the opportunity to purchase pieces of art available for sale. You can also view the art that will be auctioned in the evening. It is also a chance to hear about what we do, including our popular junior surf programme and sign up you are keen.

Art Auction Fundraiser invite 111020.pdf Download View

1488 days ago

Take a look Inside Wellington's air traffic control tower

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has great views of Wellington but it need a little TLC. Wellington's air traffic control tower is for sale and could make a great home for somebody.
Check out our video to see what your money could buy.

1488 days ago

Looking for spring planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips … View more
In this week’s issue we invite you to Hawke's Bay’s Wildflower Sculpture Festival. It’s also time to harvest broad beans, sow carrots, protect your strawberries from birds, water seedlings gently, and get lawns ready for summer.

Check out our courgette variety guide and growing tips plus go in the draw for spring vege packs from Tui and ‘Blue Star’ ferns from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1488 days ago

Paint an vintage sideboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update … View more
Brighten up an old piece of furniture with fresh colours to suit your new colour scheme. Add an intriguing design on the inside of the drawers for a bonus surprise when you open them.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you to update your furniture

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1488 days ago

A world full of opportunities

Queen Margaret College

Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop … View more
Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop confidence, aim for excellence, take risks, challenge and explore the world around them.

Every child enjoys access to a wide range of exhilarating cultural and sporting opportunities in a progressive, cosmopolitan, safe environment. We value diversity, and inclusivity – and are the school of choice for families from 54 countries worldwide.

Join us for Open Day, Years 4-6 to find out more and discover the difference a QM education will make to your child’s future.

Discover Years 4,5 and 6
Junior School Open Day
Wednesday 28 October
• 9am - 10.20am
• 5pm - 6.20pm

Places are limited. Book to avoid disappointment.
Find out more

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1489 days ago

Water outage - 35 Cuba Street, Te Aro

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Wellington Water are working on a water leak outside 35 Cuba Street, Wellington.

Services will be shut off at 5pm to approximately 20 commercial properties along Cuba Street (from Manners Street) and the south side of Wakefield Street (to Taranaki Street).

Bottled water will be provided … View more
Wellington Water are working on a water leak outside 35 Cuba Street, Wellington.

Services will be shut off at 5pm to approximately 20 commercial properties along Cuba Street (from Manners Street) and the south side of Wakefield Street (to Taranaki Street).

Bottled water will be provided onsite at 35 Cuba Street. A further update will follow once we have evaluated the work.

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1489 days ago

GOOD USED STOVES - FREE INSTALLATION BY A REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN

Ariana from Hataitai

Website: www.stoves4u.co.nz...

Phone: 0274470431

Address: 7 Bute Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

We are an established business that trades in quality recycled stoves servicing the Wellington Region (excluding Kapiti). Stoves4U recycles, repairs, refurbishes and resells stoves.

Reuse,… View more
Website: www.stoves4u.co.nz...

Phone: 0274470431

Address: 7 Bute Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

We are an established business that trades in quality recycled stoves servicing the Wellington Region (excluding Kapiti). Stoves4U recycles, repairs, refurbishes and resells stoves.

Reuse, refurbishment and right-to-repair is a strong driver in our business model.

All our stoves are repaired, serviced and installed by Registered Electricians, professionally cleaned and issued with a 6 month warranty and Electrical Certificate.

We remove existing stoves at no extra charge.

Negotiable

1489 days ago

Steady As You Go

Corinne Morris from

We have a SAYGO class starting 21st October in Lower Hutt.

When: Wednesdays at 11am
Where: Knox Church, 574 High St, Boulcott, Lower Hutt

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve; Balance and leg strength, Flexibility, … View more
We have a SAYGO class starting 21st October in Lower Hutt.

When: Wednesdays at 11am
Where: Knox Church, 574 High St, Boulcott, Lower Hutt

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve; Balance and leg strength, Flexibility, General fitness and wellbeing. The classes are also a great way to meet new people.

Classes consist of a combination of sitting, standing and walking exercises, and take around an hour. They are ideal for complete beginners, are ongoing and you can find out how you’ve improved over your first 10 weeks.

Classes are established by one of our staff members with the aim of becoming peer-led at the end of 10 weeks.

Gold coin donation/koha is appreciated. If you’d like to join a class, come by ten minutes before the class starts. For more information please contact us on 04 499 6646 or email info@ageconcernwellington.org.nz

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1489 days ago

First Rung, episode 2, is here!

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first … View more
Hi team! Thank you so much for your support of First Rung, our first podcast!
The launch last week went even better than we'd hoped. I'm over the moon.
I thought I'd drop by to let you know this week's episode, Location, Location, Location, is out now.
Just like the first one, it's packed with tips, advice and anecdotes from experts and home owners on every aspect of buying your first home. It also comes with a chance to win a $500 Resene prize pack.
In episode 2, we talk to a first time buyer who moved from one end of the country to the other for a chance to get on the ladder, hear about apartments as a viable first home option and an expert gives us some tips on how to choose the right lawyer.
We all know buying a home is one of the toughest, most daunting things we might ever do as adults, so it doesn't hurt to get some expert advice and support. That's what we wanted to give you with First Rung.
Give episode 2 a listen and let us know what you think - and I hope you're all in to win that crackin' prize pack!

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1489 days ago

Found keys

Emeli from Berhampore

Hello neighbours!
I found a set of keys on Glendavar street, please contact me with a full description for safe return

1489 days ago

Entertainment and Encouragement Newsletter

Corinne Morris from

Hello Everyone,

I hope you are keeping warm and dry on this cold Wellington day.

Make a cuppa and have a read of this week's newsletter. See upcoming events, meet our volunteer Mavis, get handy tips on researching your family tree in the "Your Voice" segment submission by Sandra … View more
Hello Everyone,

I hope you are keeping warm and dry on this cold Wellington day.

Make a cuppa and have a read of this week's newsletter. See upcoming events, meet our volunteer Mavis, get handy tips on researching your family tree in the "Your Voice" segment submission by Sandra Greig and bake Cinnamon Rolls with our easy recipe. Plus much more.

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If you would like to go in the draw to win a $50 Countdown gift card, share a few lines about your hobbies, a recipe, a pattern, a story, artwork, a poem... We'd like to read about anything that you think other readers would enjoy!

Simply email your entries to:
news@ageconcernwellington.org.nz
or mail your entries to:
Age Concern Wellington (Re: Your Voice), PO Box 11-108, Wellington, 6142

Terms and Conditions:
By submitting an entry, you grant permission to Age Concern Wellington to publish your entry in their newsletters and on their website. Only winning entries will receive a prize. All entries remain the property of the entrant. Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash. Prizes will be mailed to the winners.

Thank you for sharing a moment with us. Take care and stay safe xx

1490 days ago

Foul odour in Island Bay

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Island Bay residents have had to endure months of a stench as the council fixes damaged sewage pipes.
Concrete pipes carrying sewage were damaged when pipes carrying sludge burst last year.
Wellington Water says the work should be finished by November.
Local residents say the smell is overpowering … View more
Island Bay residents have had to endure months of a stench as the council fixes damaged sewage pipes.
Concrete pipes carrying sewage were damaged when pipes carrying sludge burst last year.
Wellington Water says the work should be finished by November.
Local residents say the smell is overpowering and they are looking forward to the work finishing.

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1489 days ago

High demand for two-bedroom Island Bay property

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The hottest property on Trade Me last month was a modest two-bedroom house listed for $490,000 in the Wellington suburb of Island Bay.
In another sign of the capital’s surging housing market, the house was watchlisted 660 times in its first two days on the site.
The tender for the house was due … View more
The hottest property on Trade Me last month was a modest two-bedroom house listed for $490,000 in the Wellington suburb of Island Bay.
In another sign of the capital’s surging housing market, the house was watchlisted 660 times in its first two days on the site.
The tender for the house was due to close in late October.

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