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To commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu … View moreTo commemorate Anzac Day there are a number of events in Wellington that are open to the public:
- 6am Dawn Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 9am Citizen’s Wreath Laying at the Cenotaph, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
- 11am National Commemoration Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
- 2.30pm Atatürk Service at Atatürk Memorial Park, Tarakena Bay
The Last Post Service at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park will conclude the day’s activities at 5pm.
For more information visit mch.govt.nz/anzac-day
Looking for some more things to do with the kids these school holidays?
Spin a Sphero, make music, code a cart, and rock with a robot! These April school holidays, your children can get to be an engineer, architect, or scientist at your local library. There are eight different robot and coding … View moreLooking for some more things to do with the kids these school holidays?
Spin a Sphero, make music, code a cart, and rock with a robot! These April school holidays, your children can get to be an engineer, architect, or scientist at your local library. There are eight different robot and coding events happening across Wellington City Libraries: we have some of the latest programmable toys, gadgets and robots, or they can get creative with Lego and coding games. Best of all, they are open to all ability levels.
Here’s where and when the activities are happening:
Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library: Tuesday 17th April, 10.30am
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library: Wednesday 18th April, 10.30am
Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library: Thursday 19th April, 10.30am
Karori Library: Friday 20th April, 2.30pm
Johnsonville Library: Monday 23rd April. 2.30pm
Newtown Library: Tuesday 24th April, 10.30am
Khandallah Library: Thursday 26th April, 10.30am
Central Library: Friday 27th April, 10.30am
These free events are for children aged 6+ and run for 1 hour. No need to book – just turn up! Contact your library to find out more information – or follow our Kids Blog or our Facebook page for updates.
Free movie afternoons at Wellington Central Library for children during the April School Holidays!
Pop into Central Library with the kids every afternoon at 2pm to watch a free children's movie. All movies are popular well-known cinema releases from Disney, Pixar, Dreamworks (and more!) and… View moreFree movie afternoons at Wellington Central Library for children during the April School Holidays!
Pop into Central Library with the kids every afternoon at 2pm to watch a free children's movie. All movies are popular well-known cinema releases from Disney, Pixar, Dreamworks (and more!) and are rated G. Ask the staff at the Central Library what the daily movie is, or just enjoy the surprise.
Movies will be played in the Children's area of the library. Bookings aren't required. Duration varies, most movies are around 1.5 hours long.
Free Board games session on Thursday 26 April & Friday 27 April from 11 am - 1 pm, $2 contribution
Bring your child or grand child along to improve their social skills and build their self-esteem while they interact with people in a positive way. Playing board games offers a simple, … View moreFree Board games session on Thursday 26 April & Friday 27 April from 11 am - 1 pm, $2 contribution
Bring your child or grand child along to improve their social skills and build their self-esteem while they interact with people in a positive way. Playing board games offers a simple, stress-free solution to enhance the emotional, intellectual and social characteristics of children.
For more information, please contact Mai on 830 4802 or email: cpcc@wcc.govt.nz
Hi all. I am needing a lot of free old newspaper if you have to give away:) I use them to pack things in boxes:) pls let me know if you do and I will come collect them:) thanks heaps!
Hi neighbous, come along to our FREE computer and electronic disposal day! Recycling electronic waste (ewaste) enables the recovery and reuse of valuable materials and ensures toxic materials are not buried in our landfills – so it’s better for our environment.
When: … View moreHi neighbous, come along to our FREE computer and electronic disposal day! Recycling electronic waste (ewaste) enables the recovery and reuse of valuable materials and ensures toxic materials are not buried in our landfills – so it’s better for our environment.
When: Saturday 21st April 9am to 3pm
Where: Unit 2, 101 Gracefield Road, Seaview, Lower Hutt.
Free disposal of the following:
PCs | Laptops | Printers | Toners | LCD Screens | Keyboards | Cables | Cellphones | XBOX | PCBs | Stereos | DVD players | Video Recorders | Servers | Tablets | Digital Cameras | Hard Drives | and any small appliances with power cords.
Exclusions: TVs $40 | CRTs $20 | Batteries $3/kg | Cash Only, No Eftpos
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
The heros of the day.
Thanks to Michael ,Wayne, Bob and Murray
In 2 hours managed to pick up 4 bags of rubbish below a steep bank in
Awarua Street Ngaio also bottles see photos.
At the same time pulled out some weeds including old mans beard,
climbing asparagus ,wattle.
Have cleaned up one … View moreThe heros of the day.
Thanks to Michael ,Wayne, Bob and Murray
In 2 hours managed to pick up 4 bags of rubbish below a steep bank in
Awarua Street Ngaio also bottles see photos.
At the same time pulled out some weeds including old mans beard,
climbing asparagus ,wattle.
Have cleaned up one area near the entrance to Cummings park and hope to do in the perk next week.
Will be having another cleanup on Saturday the 21st in reserve between 72 and 94 Awarua Street Ngaio meeting there at 11 am and work until 1 pm
We’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to … View moreWe’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to upgrading the Wairarapa trains in the next five years?
Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...
Forgotten when to put out your recycling? You can pick up a copy of our handy recycling calendar from our Service Centre. If you’d like one sent to you, email info@wcc.govt.nz. You can also download one or get an iCalendar reminder from our website - click here.
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
We have a great Toastmasters Group held here at Churton Park Community Centre. Why not come along and give it a try?
Toastmasters Group will meet on Thursday 19 April from 7 pm - 9.30 pm.
Feel like giving your brain a workout?
We have a scrabble group here that meets up every Wednesday from 10 am - 12 noon
$2 contribution. Free tea, coffee and conversation.
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View moreAre you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.
Come along today to CPCC and try out table tennis. Open sessions run from 12 noon - 2 pm. Parental supervision is required for children under 14 years old. just for $2 contribution
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