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781 days ago

"Songs of the Soul" by the Wellington Male Voice Choir

Bob from Vogeltown

Sunday 30th October, 2:30pm at Queen Margaret College Hall, 53 Hobson St, Thorndon
This programme delves into some of the various things that nurture our souls: the connection with spirituality, love of country, being in nature, and interaction with various aspects of culture. We will also … View more
Sunday 30th October, 2:30pm at Queen Margaret College Hall, 53 Hobson St, Thorndon
This programme delves into some of the various things that nurture our souls: the connection with spirituality, love of country, being in nature, and interaction with various aspects of culture. We will also feature two other choirs in this concert: Kōkako from Wellington Young Voices and Voces Luce from Queen Margaret College. This fantastic programme will conclude with a rousing rendition of "Down by the Riverside" which features all three choirs and audience participation.
PS. We are also open to new members of the Choir!

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781 days ago

Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights returns to the capital ✨

Mollie Coulton from Wellington City Council

The vibrant Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights returns to the capital on Sunday 16 October ✨🥻🪔

At a new venue this year, Diwali will be smaller but just as sweet with non-stop cultural entertainment, food, and Indian cultural activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Join us at the … View more
The vibrant Wellington Diwali Festival of Lights returns to the capital on Sunday 16 October ✨🥻🪔

At a new venue this year, Diwali will be smaller but just as sweet with non-stop cultural entertainment, food, and Indian cultural activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Join us at the Michael Fowler Centre from 3.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Here you’ll find delicious Indian vegetarian food stalls, traditional and contemporary dance, music and fashion, arts, crafts and henna stalls.

The celebrations will finish with a colourful firework display along the Waterfront!

It's free entry so come along and sample the colours, tastes and sounds of India and South-East Asia.

We can't wait to see you there! 👋

Learn more below! 👇

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782 days ago

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782 days ago

Pams Berries recalled - Check your freezer

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its six Pams brand berry products.
New Zealand has seen a surge of cases of Hepatitis A this year and 12 of those infected (including seven hospitalised) have been linked with the consumption of frozen berries.
The recall of … View more
Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd is recalling all batches and all dates of its six Pams brand berry products.
New Zealand has seen a surge of cases of Hepatitis A this year and 12 of those infected (including seven hospitalised) have been linked with the consumption of frozen berries.
The recall of Pams products is a precaution due to this possible link of Hepatitis A associated with berries sourced from Serbia.

Here's what you need to know:
- All batches and all dates of Pams Mixed Berries, Two Berry Mix, Smoothie Berry Mix, and Raspberries have been recalled and removed from supermarkets.
- The Pams products are sold at New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square stores nationwide.
- Hepatitis A is a contagious virus which spreads easily. Learn more here.
- Due to the possibility that other brands of berries may be infected, New Zealand Food Safety continues to advise those eating frozen berries to wash hands before and after preparing the berries, briefly boil them before eating and ensure cooking temperatures exceed 85 degree Celsius for 1 minute.

If you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

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783 days ago

Happy Holidays!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Hands up! Who is keen on a big sale on kids toys and clothing? Pop on in with the family and check out what we have for sale during the school holidays!

783 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a two bedroom, single level apartment in the heart of Paraparaumu Beach, it's warm and sunny, with north facing decks and underfloor heating. For sale through Mike and Audra Voyle from Voyle and Co. Check it out in Homed!

Looking for an agent to market … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a two bedroom, single level apartment in the heart of Paraparaumu Beach, it's warm and sunny, with north facing decks and underfloor heating. For sale through Mike and Audra Voyle from Voyle and Co. Check it out in Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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783 days ago

Land slips in Karori

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With a weekend of wet weather, 20 slips have been reported around Wellington.

Two large slips have occurred in Karori overnight which has led to power outages and road blockages. A police spokesperson shared that Wellington City Council had been notified and contractors were on site to clear … View more
With a weekend of wet weather, 20 slips have been reported around Wellington.

Two large slips have occurred in Karori overnight which has led to power outages and road blockages. A police spokesperson shared that Wellington City Council had been notified and contractors were on site to clear the debris.

Here's what you need to know:
- Birdwood Street is blocked and unable to be used.
- Chaytor Street has been reduced to one lane with stop/go traffic arrangements in place while workers clear the site.
- Motorists should expect delays at this time and as an alternative route, use Old Karori Rd/Whitehead Rd and Curtis Street.

Motorists should drive cautiously as there is a chance there are further slips yet to be discovered.

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800 days ago

Councillors who did NOT vote for the 30k speed limit in 80% of the city

Eva from Southgate

These were the Councillors who voted against the plan
Nicola Young
Simon Wolfe
Sean Rush
Andy Foster
Dianne Calvert.

In yesterday’s NewstalkZB interview about the decision with Councillor Iona Pannett asked by Heather Duplessis-Allen 'but what if there are an overwhelming number of … View more
These were the Councillors who voted against the plan
Nicola Young
Simon Wolfe
Sean Rush
Andy Foster
Dianne Calvert.

In yesterday’s NewstalkZB interview about the decision with Councillor Iona Pannett asked by Heather Duplessis-Allen 'but what if there are an overwhelming number of people who do not want this,' Iona Pannett replied 'That’s not how we make decisions.'
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All Councillors can be seen here wellington.govt.nz...

786 days ago

CMNZ presents Letters from Iraq

Chamber Music New Zealand

Elegant and strikingly beautiful instrumental poems in honour of everyday people living amidst turmoil. Know more

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787 days ago

Attention all pet owners! Win your spot on the 2023 Cutest Pet Calendar.

Sunday Star Times

The Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.

From 26 September, … View more
The Cutest Pet Competition is back by popular demand! Show off your furry friend this October to see if you’ve got the cutest pet in the country. This year’s competition is sponsored by Wishbone, giving you the chance to win your share of $10,000 worth of pet food.

From 26 September, purchase a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, find our promo ad, and follow the link to submit a photo of your pet online. If your pet is selected, they’ll feature in our promotional adverts across all Stuff newspapers for a day, plus you will receive $50 worth of Wishbone pet food so you can spoil them rotten. For more information on the prizes and to view the T&Cs, click here!

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787 days ago

ART SALE!

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Age Concern Wellington Region is pleased to offer you a unique opportunity to own one of Ron Jobson's amazing paintings. We are selling 13 of Ron’s paintings on his behalf, with a portion of the proceeds going to Age Concern to help fund our work.

Thank you to everyone who supported our … View more
Age Concern Wellington Region is pleased to offer you a unique opportunity to own one of Ron Jobson's amazing paintings. We are selling 13 of Ron’s paintings on his behalf, with a portion of the proceeds going to Age Concern to help fund our work.

Thank you to everyone who supported our work by buying a painting. PRICES ARE REDUCED on the remaining paintings!

Check out our website for details:
www.acwellington.org.nz...

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787 days ago

Who is your favourite gardening superhero?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, in the October issue of NZ Gardener, you'll see the five finalists for our 2022 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year competition. They've all done amazing things for their communities. You can read about their wonderful work here, and then vote for your favourite.

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788 days ago

Pneumococcal Vaccine Clinical Trial

P3 Research Ltd

P3 Research Wellington is inviting volunteers to take part in a clinical trial of a new investigational vaccine aimed at protecting against Pneumococcal Disease (eg Pneumonia).

To be eligible for inclusion in the study you must be 18 years of age or older, have not previously received a … View more
P3 Research Wellington is inviting volunteers to take part in a clinical trial of a new investigational vaccine aimed at protecting against Pneumococcal Disease (eg Pneumonia).

To be eligible for inclusion in the study you must be 18 years of age or older, have not previously received a pneumococcal vaccine since childhood, and have not had pneumococcal disease within the last 3 years.

For more information and to apply online visit: www.p3research.co.nz and follow the links to the ‘sites and studies’ page or phone 0800 737 883 x option 1, to speak with a member of the study team.
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789 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a piece of Paekākāriki history, a four bedroom homestead with sea views. For sale through Doug Palmer and Magno Vieira from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a piece of Paekākāriki history, a four bedroom homestead with sea views. For sale through Doug Palmer and Magno Vieira from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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793 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Rolly.

Reporter Community News

"Hey, I'm Rolly. I am a very sweet and gentle boy. I have had a lot of changes happening in my life recently and it has understandably left me feeling a bit nervous and shy. I can get quite nervous in new situations and when meeting new people, but once I am given time to settle in, and … View more"Hey, I'm Rolly. I am a very sweet and gentle boy. I have had a lot of changes happening in my life recently and it has understandably left me feeling a bit nervous and shy. I can get quite nervous in new situations and when meeting new people, but once I am given time to settle in, and you earn my trust, I know I will settle right into the family. Due to my shyness, I will be best in an adult only home where it is quiet, as loud and sudden noises and movements can sometimes worry me. I would also enjoy going home where one of my humans has had experience with shy and timid cats before. I would also enjoy if my humans were around for some or most parts of the day, so that we can keep each other company. ?

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