Karori, Wellington

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting – Aphasia speaker

Peter from Karori

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting – Aphasia speaker

Kia ora,
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th June at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.

This meeting our speaker is from Asphasia New Zealand.

To find us go past Reception … View moreWestern Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting – Aphasia speaker

Kia ora,
Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th June at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.

This meeting our speaker is from Asphasia New Zealand.

To find us go past Reception and turn right.

We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.
Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

Poll: Should all homes have curtains?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View moreEven well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?

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

Should all homes have curtains?

• Yes - it should be a must
• No - it should be up to the landlord
• I'd need more information

Vote View Results

• 78.5% Yes - it should be a must
  78.5% Complete
• 13.9% No - it should be up to the landlord
  13.9% Complete
• 7.6% I'd need more information
  7.6% Complete

2481 votes

AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa

Chamber Music New Zealand

Combining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions … View moreCombining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions both new and old, stories past and present, and bringing together different cultural practices and perspectives. The concert will feature material from their debut album as well as new improvisational pieces, where listeners are encouraged to move beyond convention into new sonic territory. Find out more

BRAND NEW SKIS FOR SALE, 130cm (youth)

Neil from Thorndon

Brand new Volkl XX RTM Junior Skis plus brand new Marker 4.5 bindings. The skis are still in the plastic wrapper.
l picked these up in the US at the end of the season to fill my ski bag which is why l can sell them for a low price. This ski will suit a strong junior skier or a very light adult.
… View moreBrand new Volkl XX RTM Junior Skis plus brand new Marker 4.5 bindings. The skis are still in the plastic wrapper.
l picked these up in the US at the end of the season to fill my ski bag which is why l can sell them for a low price. This ski will suit a strong junior skier or a very light adult.
Length is 130cm, 109mm at the tip, 69mm waist and 88mm tail, 11.2 radius turn carving ski.
The RTM is a popular high performance ski with a strong reputation.
l will deliver in central Wellington or you may pick up in Thorndon.
Neil Harrap
027 499 1212

Do you have a Bright Spot in your neighbourhood?

Resene

The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots… View moreThe skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots in your neighbourhood that bring a smile to your face and add a little colour to your day.

There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!

Enter your local bright spots pics today and be in to *WIN*. Share a Bright Spot!

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty … View moreAnother image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty of other birdlife, and most of them seemed to be performing ablutions including a fantail (unfortunately he was well hidden when he was bathing so the photo isn't very good!)."

First Zumba Gold class in Wadestown tomorrow!

Yuri from Wadestown

Come in out of the cold and get warm! Zumba Gold is a low-impact dance fitness class for active older adults and anyone who loves moving to music. 11am at Wadestown Community Centre on Pitt Street, up the hill from Davids Hairstylists. Gold coin entry ($2). Enquiries: Yuri 021 205 035

Complete bed package for single bed

Julie from Karori

I offered this for sale a while ago, but it was not taken up.
If you , or someone you know , could really do with this I am quite happy to let you have it free of charge.
Details in photos.

Free

Interested in a career in Midwifery?

Otago Polytechnic

Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start … View moreStudy Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start our Bachelor of Midwifery degree in our Greater Wellington, Whanganui, or Palmerston North satellites.

If you’d like to talk to our educators and learn more about our programme, we have Information Evenings in June.

Whanganui · Tuesday 20 June · 5.30pm
Hutt Valley · Tuesday 20 June · 6pm
Palmerston North · Wednesday 21 June · 6pm
Porirua · Thursday 29 June · 6pm

Visit our website for locations and more details. We hope to see you there! Find out more

Pelvic Power Workshop at Community Education Saturday 24th June

Sue from Brooklyn

Pelvic floor muscles are super important for good posture as well as preventing incontinence.
In this Saturday morning course you will learn a more holistic approach to pelvic floor function, as well as gaining more understanding of your anatomy, and sharing your experiences with other women (no … View morePelvic floor muscles are super important for good posture as well as preventing incontinence.
In this Saturday morning course you will learn a more holistic approach to pelvic floor function, as well as gaining more understanding of your anatomy, and sharing your experiences with other women (no pressure!).
Info and registration:
www.cecwellington.ac.nz...

Community Garage Sale 10 June 2023

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Our community garage sale is on Sat 10 June from 9am-12pm. Along with our own sales tables we are joined by local entrepeneurs. Come along and grab a bargain while shopping locally and sustainably.

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply Learn more

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to … View moreThis week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to get decent photos of but it was a bonus today seeing one on a post in the driving range car park!
I have also spent some time watching the pesky blackbirds and waxeyes munch their way through the grapes on the grapevine."

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

Open Saturday

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 3 Jun) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor equipment (bikes, scooters, toy cars) and so much more. … View moreNorthland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 3 Jun) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor equipment (bikes, scooters, toy cars) and so much more.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀

See you Saturday!