Karori, Wellington

Prime Minister delivering apology

Abuse Enquiry

On Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops … View moreOn Tuesday 12 November, the Prime Minister will deliver a public apology to survivors of abuse in care in Parliament.

You can register your interest to attend the event in Parliament, or if you want to watch it with friends, whānau or a support person you can attend an event at the Due Drops Event Centre in Auckland, Shed 6 in Wellington or the Christchurch Town Hall.

Contact the Crown Response Unit today:
Phone: 0800 717 017 (8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday)
Email: contact@abuseinquiryresponse.govt.nz
Registration closes 4.30pm Monday 30 September.

Accommodation, travel and food costs will be covered. Travel assistance will be provided in forms of air travel, petrol vouchers, gift cards, and train, and bus tickets. Find out more

Gerda Takes On Te Reo Maori!

Rita Angus Retirement Village

This year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over … View moreThis year Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week, is being held from September 16 to 23. It’s an important week encouraging all of Aotearoa to use te reo Māori in everyday life. Similarly, Mahuru Māori promotes speaking and celebrating te reo throughout the month of September.

Over the last couple of years, Gerda, a resident at Diana Isaac Village in Christchurch, has grown her Māori vocabulary by attending the virtual monthly te reo Māori classes offered to Ryman residents. This group learning environment is run by Anita Gill from Te Puna Reo Māori, a Māori online learning provider.

Click read more for the full story.

Brooklyn Toastmasters - Next Meeting Tuesday 17 September at 7:15pm

Kathryn Grace from Turbine Talkers Toastmasters (Brooklyn)

Want to have fun learning new skills and gaining confidence speaking in front of an audience?

Come join us at Turbine Talkers Toastmasters Brooklyn. We meet on the first and third Tuesday of the month @ 7:15pm. We have a structured agenda where everyone has an opportunity to get up and practice … View moreWant to have fun learning new skills and gaining confidence speaking in front of an audience?

Come join us at Turbine Talkers Toastmasters Brooklyn. We meet on the first and third Tuesday of the month @ 7:15pm. We have a structured agenda where everyone has an opportunity to get up and practice their speaking skills.

We have new members and others who have been with the club for many years!

Visitors are welcome to come along. Message us or you are welcome to turn up on the night.

Our next meeting is Tuesday 17th September.

Volunteer role - Khandallah - 21 and 22 September

Volunteer Wellington

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington still needs Building Assistants to help this coming weekend in Khandallah. They’re refurbishing their Vinnies op shop and are in need a couple of enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand as Building Assistants! You will be working alongside a friendly team and … View moreSt Vincent de Paul Society Wellington still needs Building Assistants to help this coming weekend in Khandallah. They’re refurbishing their Vinnies op shop and are in need a couple of enthusiastic volunteers to lend a hand as Building Assistants! You will be working alongside a friendly team and will make a real impact in your community.
To register your interest please see our website at or call the number below:
tinyurl.com...

Poll: Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Luckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments … View moreLuckily self-checkout is pretty common in supermarkets these days and we generally use it to quickly buy a few things without the long lines. But perhaps it's appropriate to head there with your full trolley to skip the lines?

What are your thoughts? Is that rude?

Share in the comments below if this has ever happened to you.

Is it rude to take a full trolley to self-checkout?

• Yes!
• Nah, it's okay
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 53.5% Yes!
  53.5% Complete
• 44% Nah, it's okay
  44% Complete
• 2.5% Other - I'll share below!
  2.5% Complete

3053 votes

Be vigilant with mail

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients … View morePolice are aware of a recent overseas rise in scams which involve an unexpected package being sent to addresses with a gift and a QR code inside. Police believe this scamming method could find its way to New Zealand and we are urging people to be vigilant.

The gift will have the recipients address, but not include the sender's information or be from a known retailer. When the recipient opens the package to see what it is and possibly who sent it, there is a QR code to scan to find out who sent the gift.

The QR code allows the offenders to then access any and all data on your phone or device you used to scan the code, including financial information such as your bank account login details, and personal data.

Police are urging anyone who receives one of these gifts not to scan the QR code, the gift can either be kept or discarded, but do not scan the QR code.
Please report information to Police online at www.police.govt.nz... or call Police on 105.

NGAIO REPAIR CAFE

Sandi from Crofton Downs

THIS SATURDAY!!!!
21 September
10AM-1PM Maximum of 2 items per person please.

Venue: Ngaio Union Church, corner of Crofton Road and Kenya St, Ngaio

* sewing repairs
* household items
… View moreTHIS SATURDAY!!!!
21 September
10AM-1PM Maximum of 2 items per person please.

Venue: Ngaio Union Church, corner of Crofton Road and Kenya St, Ngaio

* sewing repairs
* household items
* electrical appliances
* string and fretted instruments
* knives, tools and chain saw sharpening

Stay sun-safe and well-read this spring

Sunday Star Times

Longer days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural … View moreLonger days and warmer weather are fast approaching!

Make the most of your Sundays with a subscription to the Sunday Star-Times. From just $51, enjoy gripping investigations, in-depth analysis, and exclusive subscriber rewards. Plus, for September only, receive a free Antipodes Supernatural SPF50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen worth over $60.

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What flowers are blooming in your garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, … View moreKia ora neighbours,

In our September mag, Amy Roberts from Villaleigh Plants has a list of her favourite blooms for long display. "If you want a long season, look beyond the flowers," is her advice. Here are her picks: Geranium phaeum 'Mourning Widow', Salvia leucantha, Hylotelephium 'Autumn Joy' (pictured), Eryngium pandanifolium and Alchemilla mollis.

Have you got them in your garden? In fact, we'd love to see what you've got in bloom now. Post a photo and share the joy!

Bowled over

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Make stunning sets of trinket trays with a nod to the traditional craft of basket-making simply using clay and Resene shades of green.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

Dinosaur garden

Resene

Create your very own mini Jurassic Park with this easy-to-make potted dinosaur garden. Rejuvenate old dinosaur toys that have faded with Resene testpots to help them keep looking good in the harsh sunlight.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

Brooklyn Market this Saturday afternoon

Euan from Brooklyn

The next quarterly Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 14 September from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library. Call in and catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls, including … View moreThe next quarterly Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 14 September from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library. Call in and catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls, including jewellery, plants, crystals, crafts, resin and vintage goods, home baking, knitted and crocheted toys and lots more. Delicious food available from the kitchen, with ready to eat homemade pies, toasted sandwiches and sweet treats, plus coffee, tea and juices. The market is under cover and runs rain or shine. Everybody welcome.

Wadestown School - Out of Zone enrolments

Megan from Wadestown

The Wadestown School Board invites applications from parents out of zone who wish to enrol their children at Wadestown School for Terms 1 and 2, 2025. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or at www.wadestown.school.nz.... … View moreThe Wadestown School Board invites applications from parents out of zone who wish to enrol their children at Wadestown School for Terms 1 and 2, 2025. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or at www.wadestown.school.nz.... Students who live in the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school.

Limited places are available in the following areas of the school.


● Ten Out of Zone New Entrant places
● Four Out of Zone places for each year in Year 1 and 2
● Four Out of Zone places in Year 3
● Four Out of Zone places in Year 4
● Four Out of Zone places for each year in Year 5 and Year 6
● Ten Out of Zone places in Year 7
● Two Out of Zone places in Year 8

Where there are more applications for enrolment than there are places available, the Board are required to fill any vacant out of zone places by ballot.

Applications from out of zone students will be processed in the following order of priority:

● Priority will be given to applicants who are siblings of current children at the school.
● Priority will then be given to applicants who are siblings of former children of the school.
● Priority will then be given to applicants who are children of Board employees.
● Priority will then be given to other applicants.

If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, selection will be by ballot. If a ballot for out of zone places is required, it will be held at 12:00 pm on Friday 18 October 2024 under external supervision. Parents will be informed as to the outcome of the ballot immediately following the ballot being held.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out of zone places is 12:30 pm on Wednesday 16 October 2024.

Applications are to be made in writing by email, marked ‘Confidential’ to Amanda Frater (amandaf@wadestown.school.nz) using the Subject Heading; ‘Confidential – Out of Zone Ballot 2025’.

For further enquiries, please email: office@wadestown.school.nz or phone 04 472 4779

Learn self-defence through Hapkido Family Martial Arts

Peter from Karori

Hapkido Martial Arts classes for Juniors (school years 4-8) and Seniors (all ages 13+) – teaches self-defence, discipline, confidence and fitness.

We provide a safe environment to learn Hapkido martial art. You will learn how to defend yourself, gain confidence to walk away from trouble and … View moreHapkido Martial Arts classes for Juniors (school years 4-8) and Seniors (all ages 13+) – teaches self-defence, discipline, confidence and fitness.

We provide a safe environment to learn Hapkido martial art. You will learn how to defend yourself, gain confidence to walk away from trouble and how to handle yourself if you can’t.

We run three Senior classes a week: Monday and Thursday 6-7.30pm and Saturday 10-11.30am. And for Juniors, Saturday 10-11am.

We are at Club K, 65 Salamanca Road, Kelburn. There is adequate free parking available.

Each Senior Class includes males and females, beginners through to black belts.

Find us at www.wellingtonhapkido.com... to find out in greater detail what we do and how to join. Or just come, or ring Peter 021 431 561.

Q&A: Ask a question about...Online Safety

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Continuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. … View moreContinuing with Neighbourly's online Q&A with experts in their field, this week we are tackling online safety with Jandy Fiske from Netsafe.

Jandy Fiske has been with Netsafe for nearly 8 years. Starting on their helpline, she's now Netsafe's Community Engagement Advisor. Jandy says: 'I'm passionate about online safety because I strongly oppose bullying and want to support those affected by it.'

Jandy is passionate about protecting vulnerable communities and is promoting online safety to ensure no one falls prey to online scams. She can answer your questions about any type of online scams, and also about online harm such as online bullying.

↓ Ask your question below now and she'll be online on Wednesday, 11th September to reply to you ↓