Karori, Wellington

Ngaio Village is Market on Today!!!

Sharon from Karori

The Ngaio Village Market is on today!
Come on down and check out all the beautiful crafts, art and food for sale.

Ngaio Town Hall
10am - 3pm
Sunday, 16 June 2024

EKTA Blankets Campaign

Chandresh from Karori

EKTA Blankets Campaign.
A donation of $35 will provide a 500 gsm mink-feel blanket and 2 pairs of thermal socks to someone in need. We are purchasing 300 of these and will be giving out on 29 June on Manners Street, 2 July at Salvation Army Newtown and on 5 July at the Porirua Whanau Centre.

… View moreEKTA Blankets Campaign.
A donation of $35 will provide a 500 gsm mink-feel blanket and 2 pairs of thermal socks to someone in need. We are purchasing 300 of these and will be giving out on 29 June on Manners Street, 2 July at Salvation Army Newtown and on 5 July at the Porirua Whanau Centre.

Further details on Poster

Poppa's pulled pork

Rita Angus Retirement Village

As the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, there’s nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked… View moreAs the weather cools and cosy evenings become the norm, there’s nothing better than cranking up the heat and treating yourself to heartwarming comfort food. If you're craving a winter recipe that'll warm you from the inside out, look no further than Brent's irresistible slow-cooked pulled pork. Its smoky, aromatic scent often wafts from Brent’s apartment at Ryman’s Kevin Hickman Village, tempting taste buds and stirring appetites. With its tender meat and velvety sauce, this dish is every bit as delicious as it sounds – you’ll be reaching for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths!

Click read more for the full recipe.

Poll: Are swear words no longer?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to… View moreIn 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

Are swear words no longer?

• Yes - swear words don't phase me
• No - it's still inappropriate to swear
• It's depends on the word
• Other - I'll share below!

Vote View Results

• 20.8% Yes - swear words don't phase me
  20.8% Complete
• 48.5% No - it's still inappropriate to swear
  48.5% Complete
• 30% It's depends on the word
  30% Complete
• 0.8% Other - I'll share below!
  0.8% Complete

2899 votes

Sunshine state of mind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create a mood-enhancing workspace at home with a fresh and uplifting colour palette with Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen and Resene Lustacryl.

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

July School Holiday Programme: Winter Wonderland Extravaganza!

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Embark on a four-day Winter Wonderland Extravaganza with our Kids' holiday Programme! Join us from July 15th to July 18th for days filled with frosty fun and enchanting activities designed to celebrate the magic of the season.

From immersive nature walks exploring the wonders of the … View moreEmbark on a four-day Winter Wonderland Extravaganza with our Kids' holiday Programme! Join us from July 15th to July 18th for days filled with frosty fun and enchanting activities designed to celebrate the magic of the season.

From immersive nature walks exploring the wonders of the winter landscape to captivating winter science experiments, there's something for every young adventurer. Unleash your creativity with arts and crafts projects inspired by the snowy scenery, and cosy up for indoor campouts complete with storytelling and s'mores. Don't miss our four-day Winter Wonderland movie marathon featuring beloved films set in snowy landscapes and hands-on winter cooking classes where kids can whip up delicious seasonal treats.

Join us for four days of frosty fun and unforgettable memories!
📣 Enrolment is now open, and close 30 June and numbers are limited to 20 kids! For ages 5 – 13 years only.
Secure your spot today! Contact St Ninian’s church office: stnup@xtra.co.nz or ph (04) 476 7137

Brooklyn Market this Saturday afternoon

Euan from Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 15 June from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library. Catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. Everything from homemade pickles, preserves and… View moreThe Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 15 June from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library. Catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. Everything from homemade pickles, preserves and chutneys, to fresh produce, crafts, jewellery, art, soaps, eco products, candles, cards, ceramics and lots more. Delicious food available from the kitchen including homemade pies, toasted sandwiches and sweet treats. Plus coffee, tea, juices and a sausage sizzle on the deck. Andrew our popular knife sharpener will be onsite sharpening knifes, scissors and gardening tools. The market runs rain or shine. Everybody welcome.

Make your family aware: Scam posing as officers returns

The Team from New Zealand Police

A phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.

New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands … View moreA phone scam is re-emerging with cold calling swindlers claiming to be Police officers.

New Zealand Police are advising the public to be vigilant, after a handful of reports have been made in recent days. Unfortunately, at least two elderly Aucklanders have been conned out of tens of thousands of dollars.

Waitematā CIB’s Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting says scammers are cold calling, mainly on landlines, and claim to be a Police officer.“They will also provide a fake ID or badge number to make their call seem legitimate,” he says.“This person will carry on and provide a reason for their call: either they are investigating fake bank notes, or that your credit card has been cloned.

“As part of this scam, they will ask you to withdraw money from a nearby bank to be collected or ask you to provide further financial or banking information to aid their investigation.”

Be aware: this is a scam call.

Police are investigating two reports this week, in south Auckland and the North Shore, where two people have fallen victim to the scam. “Both victims withdrew cash from a bank and handed this over to someone who arrived at their door to collect it under the fake cover story,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says.“These victims have had their good-will and trust trodden on by these scammers.”

Investigation staff have ensured there is support available for the victims. Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says: “Scammers have no ethics whatsoever and will take any opportunity to try and con you.“These scams take many forms, and the offenders trick people under a variety of guises or storylines.”

There are occasions where legitimate Police officers will contact people as part of their duties, he says.

Police are asking the community to be aware and take the opportunity to spread the word amongst friends and family members. “We are particularly keen to ensure elder family members are aware of what is happening,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bunting says. “If anyone receives a call of this nature, hang up.

“If you have had the unfortunate position of being a victim to this scam and have not reported this, we encourage you to report this to Police.”

Please remember:
- Police will never call to ask you for bank details, pin numbers or passwords
- Police do not offer prize money
- Police will not ask you to go to a bank to withdraw money
- If you receive a call out of the blue of a similar nature: challenge the caller to identify themselves, ask for their details.
- Hang up, contact 105 to verify the ID and request the officer to contact you
- If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Monthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.​

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month.
… View moreMonthly AEA Web Events

The AEA Web Event is a monthly online meeting where AEA members from all over the world come together to share their experience, strength and hope. Three members speak for 10 minutes each, followed by member sharing.​

The Event is held on the 3rd Sunday of the month.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

Do you loathe speed bumps?

Neil from Thorndon

This letter re speed bumps was declined by the Post but l think it makes a valid point.
Neil Harrap

Dark night, poor light, motorcyclist going just a little too fast. She doesn't realise that the speed bump on the steepest part of Hill Street is 30cm (12 inches) high.

Bike and rider … View moreThis letter re speed bumps was declined by the Post but l think it makes a valid point.
Neil Harrap

Dark night, poor light, motorcyclist going just a little too fast. She doesn't realise that the speed bump on the steepest part of Hill Street is 30cm (12 inches) high.

Bike and rider get launched into an unexpected, rotating crash. It doesn't end well, broken neck, early death...

Some of the new speed bumps are a health and safety disaster just waiting to happen.

Neil Harrap

Little things, big difference – PSC Winter Appeal

Presbyterian Support Center

Can you help make this winter a bit more comfortable for those in our community who need it most?

This winter, Presbyterian Support’s not-for­ profit services are supporting a growing number of families across Central Aotearoa New Zealand. Through our Family Works social services and across … View moreCan you help make this winter a bit more comfortable for those in our community who need it most?

This winter, Presbyterian Support’s not-for­ profit services are supporting a growing number of families across Central Aotearoa New Zealand. Through our Family Works social services and across our Enliven homes and villages, we are continuing to create safe, comfortable environments for families and individuals at vulnerable stages of their lives. And it’s only possible with your support.

Visit to learn more and support those who need it most today. Find out more

This week's prize winners

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Prezzy® cards are:

Sheena Bond from Napier

Ralph Dixon from Rotorua

Katie Johnston from Invercargill

… View moreWe've pulled four names this week of members across the country. The winners of the $100 Prezzy® cards are:

Sheena Bond from Napier

Ralph Dixon from Rotorua

Katie Johnston from Invercargill

Samantha Sanderson from Beckenham

Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 18th June.

Paint it Green with Resene this June and help the New Zealand Trees That Count programme!

Resene

Simply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers … View moreSimply visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-30 June 2024 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Trees That Count are an environmental charity on a mission to plant millions more native trees throughout New Zealand. Trees That Count runs the country’s only marketplace which provides a place for anyone to fund or gift native trees. This support is matched with planters throughout the country who are restoring, and growing, precious wildlife corridors or pockets of native forest, turning small projects into mighty ones.

To find your nearest Resene ColorShop, click here.

For more information on Trees That Count, visit us. Find out more

Volunteer role - Porirua Multicultural Council

Volunteer Wellington

Are you passionate about fostering inclusivity and celebrating diversity within our community? The Porirua Multicultural Council invites enthusiastic individuals to join them as volunteers in their mission to promote understanding and harmony among people of all backgrounds, especially of migrant … View moreAre you passionate about fostering inclusivity and celebrating diversity within our community? The Porirua Multicultural Council invites enthusiastic individuals to join them as volunteers in their mission to promote understanding and harmony among people of all backgrounds, especially of migrant and former refugee backgrounds. They have some exciting initiatives coming up such as a weekly "korero and kawhe" club for women of migrant and former refugee backgrounds, and a driver license training programme requiring volunteer driver instructors. Responsibilities include:

- Assist in organising multicultural events and activities for the community hub.
- Support newcomers in integrating into the community.
- Contribute ideas for promoting cultural awareness and acceptance.
- Help with administrative tasks as needed.

You will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in fostering unity and understanding and you will gain valuable experience in community engagement and multiculturalism. For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
tinyurl.com...

NBLY Conversations: What is the etiquette for bin day?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We think there are unspoken rules for bin day, but are we adhering to the same ones?

Do you think twice about dragging your bin to the pavement in the early hours? Do you mind if neighbours put excess rubbish in your bin? Share your bin day etiquette and let's compare notes!

Type … View moreWe think there are unspoken rules for bin day, but are we adhering to the same ones?

Do you think twice about dragging your bin to the pavement in the early hours? Do you mind if neighbours put excess rubbish in your bin? Share your bin day etiquette and let's compare notes!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.