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This weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.
"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted … View moreThis weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.
"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted rugs with frayed threads and darned patches. I liked things shining, new, and squared away. Anything else smacked of some sort of failure, either of duty or poverty.
Now that I’m older, and not untouched by time myself, I realise that decay is inevitable, and, more importantly, there is texture and beauty in it. The sea, like life, can be a rough place. The winds carry salt and sand, storm surges leave marks and baggage piled around the high tide mark, sometimes spilling over onto the little docks. But in this flotsam, rotting seaweed, silt, and tangled tree branches are a million little bugs, fish, and crabs – a roiling primordial soup seasoned with iodine and salt and feasted on by the birds. Nothing is lost - just transformed. Sacred kingfisher/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) catching the light at the Hutt Estuary boatsheds, Hikoikoi Reserve, Lower Hutt."
Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!
Find out how to create your own.
Brand new didn't solve our door issue as it wasn't the seal. Cost around $35
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What educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun … View moreWhat educational activities can you suggest to keep children busy during the holidays?
Head to a bookstore and let your child pick out a book as a treat.
Learn life skills such as cooking or helping a neighbour.
Write a story about their favourite moments such as a celebration day or a fun family holiday.
Don’t forget to have some down time as well!
Come join us for a fun and relaxing WEEKLY Taichi class, except for public holidays.
Everyone is welcome.
For more information: www.thebridge.net.nz...
This week, to combat the cold, Kilbirnie has 25% off woollen clothing. A deal that is sure to warm you up!
It's on this Saturday! Wrap up July at Wellington Community Choir's winter concert, 5pm, 31 July at Wesley Methodist Church ( the big wooden building at 75 Taranaki St). Travel songs from around the world directed by the effervescent Lala Simpson.
Tickets from … View moreIt's on this Saturday! Wrap up July at Wellington Community Choir's winter concert, 5pm, 31 July at Wesley Methodist Church ( the big wooden building at 75 Taranaki St). Travel songs from around the world directed by the effervescent Lala Simpson.
Tickets from events.humanitix.com/are-we-nearly-there/tickets
Door sales $20. Children under 12 are free so bring the family!
Has your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior … View moreHas your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior reporter Katarina Williams at katarina.williams@stuff.co.nz with your name and contact details.
Plans for improvements to the Cobham Drive area are in the works. This includes looking at how we create a safe place for people to cross, and safer speeds for everyone on SH1 east of Mt Victoria.
Have your say on the proposed changes before formal consultation closes on 5pm 28 July, at … View morePlans for improvements to the Cobham Drive area are in the works. This includes looking at how we create a safe place for people to cross, and safer speeds for everyone on SH1 east of Mt Victoria.
Have your say on the proposed changes before formal consultation closes on 5pm 28 July, at lgwm.nz/sh1safety
Playing with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see… View morePlaying with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see improvements in grip strength, attention, focus, balance and coordination.
No need to book. Poi provided. Suitable for beginners to intermediate. The class is 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders & warm up
o Practice poi movements
o Playtime! Usually we have a variety of music but this week it's Matariki themed.
o Cool down
THIS WEEK'S TIMETABLE:
o Tuesday, 5pm, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5
o Wednesday, 2pm, on Zoom - $5
o Thursday, 11am, Strathmore Park Community Centre - usually $2 but FOC this week
Ask me more about any of the classes!
Dear neighbours, the July issue of NZ Gardener features the courtyard garden of feng shui expert Boon Yap in her Taipa home. She's also shared some practical tips on getting good feng shui in your garden.
🎲 👾🍝 Dinner and games is this Wednesday! Lessh go!
Was so much fun last month! Come along for some Kai by Richard & Keely Bell as well as games (maybe even a puzzle)! Bring a friend or invite a neighbour. Matt and Lauryn are excited!!
See ya then - 7.00pm in the Church Hall (behind … View more🎲 👾🍝 Dinner and games is this Wednesday! Lessh go!
Was so much fun last month! Come along for some Kai by Richard & Keely Bell as well as games (maybe even a puzzle)! Bring a friend or invite a neighbour. Matt and Lauryn are excited!!
See ya then - 7.00pm in the Church Hall (behind the church), 70 Freyberg Street. 🎲 👾🍝
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