Karori, Wellington

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The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Building framed bunk beds and finishing with curtains, Resene Indian Ink and Resene Colorwood Bark elevates the bach classic. Kids also love them at home. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

Wellington Botanist Market - Saturday, 25 May 2024

Sharon from Karori

***SAVE THE DATE***

The Wellington Botanist Market is on next Saturday at Thistle Hall!
This is Wellington's one and only dedicated plant market and not to be missed if you are a green thumb or plant enthusiast.

Come along and chat to the stallholders, gain some knowledge, find some … View more***SAVE THE DATE***

The Wellington Botanist Market is on next Saturday at Thistle Hall!
This is Wellington's one and only dedicated plant market and not to be missed if you are a green thumb or plant enthusiast.

Come along and chat to the stallholders, gain some knowledge, find some gorgeous plants and check out the stunning botanist craft and art too!

While you here, why not get a plant themed tattoo too, from our in-house tattooist - BodyMorph Ink.

To book a space for a tattoo, contact Marie on - burlingmarie@gmail.com
A selection of flash tattoos available can be found on our event page here - www.facebook.com...

🌵DATE: Saturday, 25 May 2024
🌵TIME: 10am - 3pm
🌵LOCATION: Level 1, Thistle Hall, Upper Cuba Street, Wellington

LINK TO FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE - www.facebook.com...

NGAIO REPAIR CAFE

Sandi from Crofton Downs

THIS Saturday 18 May 10am to 1pm.
corner of Kenya St and Crofton Road, Ngaio.

This Saturday we have sewing repairs, electrical repairs and general repairs. If you can carry it in then bring it along for repair.

While you wait to have your item looked at, relax in our cafe. Tea, coffee and … View moreTHIS Saturday 18 May 10am to 1pm.
corner of Kenya St and Crofton Road, Ngaio.

This Saturday we have sewing repairs, electrical repairs and general repairs. If you can carry it in then bring it along for repair.

While you wait to have your item looked at, relax in our cafe. Tea, coffee and home baking is provided. Children with parents are welcome. We have some basic materials on site but if your broken thing needs specific parts (e.g. zip, plug) please bring those along.

Community Kite Day Festival - Sunday, 14 July 2024

Sharon from Karori

***SAVE THE DATE***

Looking for something fun to do this July?
Then why not head on over to Churton Park and check out their Community Kite Day Festival!

Spread the word, share the joy of play, and join the Pārekareka Movement!
… View more***SAVE THE DATE***

Looking for something fun to do this July?
Then why not head on over to Churton Park and check out their Community Kite Day Festival!

Spread the word, share the joy of play, and join the Pārekareka Movement!
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DATE: Sunday, 14 July 2024
TIME: 11am - 2pm
LOCATION: Churton Park Reserve, Halswater Drive, Churton Park, Wellington
COST: Free
RAIN DAY: Sunday, 21 July 2024

LINK TO FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE -www.facebook.com...

#Pārekareka #PlayYourWay #wellingtoncitycouncil #churtonparkcommunitycentre #FoxtailEvents #kiteday #kitefestival #FamilyEvent #churtonpark #wellingtonnz

2 x Lei's and 2 x Fancy Dress skirts

Shari from Crofton Downs

Would anyone be interested in these?
Waist size for the 2 orange skirts are approx 28cm.
They were left over from a fancy dress party and were going to be thrown away.
Pickup is from Crofton Downs.

Free

Neighbourly Q&A: Renting rights with CAB's Sacha Green

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are continuing our Q&A sessions on Neighbourly. This week we have the amazing Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your renting rights.

A little bit about Sacha:
She has been working for CABNZ for 10 years and is … View moreWe are continuing our Q&A sessions on Neighbourly. This week we have the amazing Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ) who will be answering your questions about your renting rights.

A little bit about Sacha:
She has been working for CABNZ for 10 years and is passionate about empowering people with knowledge of their rights as well as ensuring access to justice.

She helps support the team of over 2,000 trained volunteers who deliver the CAB service in 80 neighbourhoods around Aotearoa by providing advice and support at a national level on a wide range of issues. One of Sacha’s work areas is leading the CAB’s social justice work on housing and tenancy issues.

Whether you're a flatmate, landlord, boarder or flatmate, you can leave a comment below and Sacha will share an answer on Wednesday from 9.30am. You may want to ask about notice periods, bond fulfillment, reasonable rent increases, or even whose responsibility it is to deal with mould in the home.

Join Sacha here on Wednesday at 9.30am. See you then!.

⇩ Share your question below ⇩

Sharing the taste of our world

Volunteer Wellington

Do you have culinary skills you'd like to share to celebrate Refugee Week in June? Come along to an info session this Thursday 16th May, 12:30 - 2pm at Everybody Eats to learn how you can get involved in this fun event. All the details are below ⬇️

Mahi Aroha Awards 2024

Volunteer Wellington

Nominations for the Mahi Aroha Awards are closed – we are so impressed with the number and quality of nominations! Thank you to everyone who took the time to make a nomination.

Congratulations to all the nominees – your time, energy and efforts are recognised by your community and that is … View moreNominations for the Mahi Aroha Awards are closed – we are so impressed with the number and quality of nominations! Thank you to everyone who took the time to make a nomination.

Congratulations to all the nominees – your time, energy and efforts are recognised by your community and that is what the Mahi Aroha Awards celebrate!

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 always held on the 3rd Sunday, except in… 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 always held on the 3rd Sunday, except in September and December where it falls on the 4th Sunday of the month.

ALL NEWCOMERS WELCOME.

Street Appeal: Support Mary Potter Hospice!

Mary Potter Hospice

Help us be there for patients and their whānau when and where they need hospice care.

Please support Mary Potter Hospice's Appeal this May. On Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 May there'll be close to a thousand volunteers wearing Mary Potter Hospice bibs and holding collection buckets … View moreHelp us be there for patients and their whānau when and where they need hospice care.

Please support Mary Potter Hospice's Appeal this May. On Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 May there'll be close to a thousand volunteers wearing Mary Potter Hospice bibs and holding collection buckets across the streets of Wellington, Porirua, and Kāpiti.

Please donate and help keep palliative care free for our local communities. Thank you! Find out more

Tips for moving to a retirement village with a pet

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Moving to a retirement village marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities waiting to be explored. Naturally, you want to share this journey with your beloved furry companion, and at Ryman, you are welcome to bring your pet along, provided they are suitable for the village … View moreMoving to a retirement village marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities waiting to be explored. Naturally, you want to share this journey with your beloved furry companion, and at Ryman, you are welcome to bring your pet along, provided they are suitable for the village environment.

Once your pet is approved for the village, the focus shifts to ensuring a smooth transition for them. Dogs and cats, being creatures of habit, may find relocating stressful. However, with patience and a thoughtful approach, we can mitigate their anxiety and help them settle into their new surroundings seamlessly.

For more tips click read more.

Stand together in tough times

Manaaki Tāngata | Victim Support

There's strength in community, especially when times are hard. Victim Support is here to ensure that nobody faces the aftermath of crime, suicide or traumatic events alone. But we need you! Bring your unique life experiences to the table and join us in meaningful work that changes lives.

… View moreThere's strength in community, especially when times are hard. Victim Support is here to ensure that nobody faces the aftermath of crime, suicide or traumatic events alone. But we need you! Bring your unique life experiences to the table and join us in meaningful work that changes lives.

By volunteering with us, you can make a real difference, helping victims stay informed, safe, and empowered. Volunteer today and do good in the dark times.

With heartfelt thanks,
The Victim Support Team Find out more

Poll: What is the smallest size hearing device Triton Hearing offer?

Triton Hearing

Some kiwis think hearing devices are big and ugly.

What if we told you technology has advanced substantially and they’re available in all shapes, colours, and sizes?

Go in the draw to win* a $40 MTA voucher when you share your answer to the
question below. Give it a go!

… View moreSome kiwis think hearing devices are big and ugly.

What if we told you technology has advanced substantially and they’re available in all shapes, colours, and sizes?

Go in the draw to win* a $40 MTA voucher when you share your answer to the
question below. Give it a go!

*T&C’s apply – must be over 18. Find out more

What is the smallest size hearing device Triton Hearing offer?

• a) The size of a pea
• b) The size of a AAA battery
• c) The size of a $2 coin

Vote View Results

• 88.1% a) The size of a pea
  88.1% Complete
• 4.5% b) The size of a AAA battery
  4.5% Complete
• 7.4% c) The size of a $2 coin
  7.4% Complete

579 votes

The Tova Show

Jen from Stuff

Hello! Are you a …
- A student/young professional renting
- A young family, renting or owning
- An older New Zealander/retiree/pensioner

We’re reaching out from the Tova show, the flagship weekly politics podcast on Stuff, as we prepare for our budget coverage and how it’s affecting … View moreHello! Are you a …
- A student/young professional renting
- A young family, renting or owning
- An older New Zealander/retiree/pensioner

We’re reaching out from the Tova show, the flagship weekly politics podcast on Stuff, as we prepare for our budget coverage and how it’s affecting Kiwis - we’d love to hear from you.

We need a few people who are available the week before the budget (Wednesday 22nd/Thursday 23rd May) and on the day of the announcement (Thursday 30th May).

Please email tova@stuff.co.nz or comment below if you’d like to share your perspective with us. We give you our commitment to treat your experience with sensitivity and care.

Type NFP if you don't wish your comments to be used.

Share your New Zealand music memories...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.

Whether it's April Sun in Cuba, Don't Forget your Roots, or How Bizarre or Bic Runga's 'Sway' - songs have a way of unlocking memories and evoking old feelings.
… View moreIt's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.

Whether it's April Sun in Cuba, Don't Forget your Roots, or How Bizarre or Bic Runga's 'Sway' - songs have a way of unlocking memories and evoking old feelings.

In honour of NZ Music Month, share a New Zealand song or artist that is special to you and explain why.

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