Karaka Bays, Wellington

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1614 days ago

Excited to paint with you all in person again soon.

Silke from Heart for Art

Can't wait to see all your smiling faces in the studio. Seems you can't wait either, 'cos our first Studio Paint Party is already sold out!

Lucky we have more events for you. Get over to our website quick, to reserve your spot before they’re all gone!

And, we've got … View more
Can't wait to see all your smiling faces in the studio. Seems you can't wait either, 'cos our first Studio Paint Party is already sold out!

Lucky we have more events for you. Get over to our website quick, to reserve your spot before they’re all gone!

And, we've got more virtual events too if you can't make it to the studio. 🎨

If you've always wanted to learn to paint, but can't even draw a stick figure? Our step by step online or in-studio painting classes are your answer. Perfect for beginners, our classes are heaps of fun and easy to follow, even if you have no experience or don't think your artistic. We'll show you how to create your masterpiece, from the comfort of your own home, or in our studio, and have a tonne of fun doing it! 🖌+ 🎨=😍

Find out more and get your tickets here heartforart.co.nz...

1614 days ago

Celebrate Success

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Children love being recognised for their efforts and achievements – and we love to give them that recognition. We celebrate your child’s maths and English achievements, big and small. Tutoring at NumberWorks’nWords is based on success. Each child feels more confident about themselves as a … View moreChildren love being recognised for their efforts and achievements – and we love to give them that recognition. We celebrate your child’s maths and English achievements, big and small. Tutoring at NumberWorks’nWords is based on success. Each child feels more confident about themselves as a learner when they experience success. Tutors provide positive interaction, certificates are awarded and centre-wide celebration is given when students move up a level. You may have been in the centre and heard the clapping and cheering when this happens. It’s so rewarding to see the smiles on the children’s faces and how proud they are of their achievements.

1614 days ago

Impress your neighbours with this garden feature

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

A simple yet stylish herb planter that uses four differently sized terracotta pots and a selection of cool Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1614 days ago

Gardening Group

Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre

Our gardening group is returning! The Miramar Prison Garden is looking majestic and now even has electricity for a good cuppa. Join us by meeting up at the gardens or let us know if you need a lift and meet at the community centre. No gardening experience or even effort required, you are welcome to… View moreOur gardening group is returning! The Miramar Prison Garden is looking majestic and now even has electricity for a good cuppa. Join us by meeting up at the gardens or let us know if you need a lift and meet at the community centre. No gardening experience or even effort required, you are welcome to just come along and look around the garden.
Starting 6th July. Fortnightly Mondays 10.30am. Free.
saskia@mmcc.org.nz
04 388 1944

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1619 days ago

Have you been to Haast?

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

A journey to New Zealand's most remote town reveals some remarkable landscapes. Would you go?

1615 days ago

*Weather update*

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

A large landslip has closed Shelly Bay Road between the Miramar Cutting and the Shelly Bay military base.
There are reports of other smaller slips around town including Bowen Street near the Tinakori Road intersection and Hutchison Road in Newtown (one lane blocked in both locations). Contractors … View more
A large landslip has closed Shelly Bay Road between the Miramar Cutting and the Shelly Bay military base.
There are reports of other smaller slips around town including Bowen Street near the Tinakori Road intersection and Hutchison Road in Newtown (one lane blocked in both locations). Contractors will start to clear the slips as soon as possible.
Commuters are urged to take extra care, particularly in steeper parts of the city - take it slow.

1615 days ago

Are you subscribing to get our free gardening advice?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor … View more
In this week’s issue we prune raspberries and brambles. It’s time to get garlic in the ground, grow broad beans (even if you loathe them), raise native trees and shrubs from seed, propagate shrubs by layering and sow onions direct or in trays.

Plus Hilton Carter’s guide to pets vs indoor plants from his book Wild Interiors. Enter NZ Gardener’s Houseplant Heroes competition and be in to win Vegan Fertiliser from Yates and NZ Gardener’s Pruning Made Easy.

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 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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1615 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Waikanae Beach Four Square!

Prospa

Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for … View more
Quoc Tran proud to be serving his customers and the local community!

Quoc Tran loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Tran’s simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Tran operates Four Square Waikanae Beach and is hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeeper” by his customers. Now Tran has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Tran is a proud winner of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quotes - "Quoc Tan of Waikanae Beach Kapiti coast.
An exceptional guy who has worked very hard (& his wife too) since arriving in NZ from Vietnam. They operate a hugely friendly & now smartly updated Four Square superette. A very necessary & important store at Waikanae Beach."

"Quoc and his family are an integral part of our community"

"Quoc Tan - he represents all that embodies the very core of the reason NZ is proud to call itself an all-embracing, multi-cultural melting pot"
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1616 days ago
1616 days ago

Keeping safe

The Team from Wellington Water

It’s an important job and here we have Water Serviceperson Pari doing it, taking charge of health and safety on a site in Lyall Bay.

He makes sure everyone is briefed on the risks specific to the site, takes care of the register, makes sure everyone wears the correct personal protective … View more
It’s an important job and here we have Water Serviceperson Pari doing it, taking charge of health and safety on a site in Lyall Bay.

He makes sure everyone is briefed on the risks specific to the site, takes care of the register, makes sure everyone wears the correct personal protective equipment and takes all the necessary precautions. All done with a smile too. Thanks for helping keep people safe!

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1617 days ago

Stump removal starting at $180

Joshua from

Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable … View more
Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1617 days ago

Nominations for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards are now open!!!

Women of Influence

Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders … View more
Know an inspirational woman who’s helping make New Zealand a better place? Nominate her now for the 2020 Women of Influence Awards.

The Women of Influence Awards shine a light on the amazing work Kiwi women are doing from grassroots level to the global stage. Helping propel our future leaders and rising stars to bigger and better things.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... more information

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1617 days ago

Just what you need, right nearby

Four Square

Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just … View more
Hot chicken and fresh salad 4 the easy dinner? Apples and a loaf of bread 4 the lunchbox panic? Bacon and eggs 4 breakfast in bed?

Whether it’s easy munches, school lunches or Sunday brunches, your Four Square has everything you need to keep life nice, easy and local.

Four Square. Just what you need, right nearby.
Find out more

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1617 days ago

Have you survived a life shock?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is exploring what it means to be resilient in times of uncertainty and loss. Perhaps you've suffered a devastating financial loss, overcome a health issue, or had to start over again? We're keen to hear what made you keep going, and what advice you would have for others. If you're happy to be identified and share your story, please share your story in the comments below, or contact kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

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