Kelburn, Wellington

1781 days ago

Are you building your own home or have you just finished? We're keen to hear from you

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the rising number of consents made for home builds.

Perhaps you're a first-time home owner who has opted to build, rather than buy pre-existing, or maybe you're seasoned home owners who have taken the first step to create your own dream home.

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The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the rising number of consents made for home builds.

Perhaps you're a first-time home owner who has opted to build, rather than buy pre-existing, or maybe you're seasoned home owners who have taken the first step to create your own dream home.

We'd love to hear from you about the challenges involved in building, and why you've opted to take that route. Any interviewees would need to be willing to be identified and photographed in a news story.

Please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1781 days ago

Fresh Lychee & Mongosteen

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Dear neighbours,
Have you tasted fresh Lychee? Lychee to Cantonese is just like Cherry to Kiwi. Now we're selling fresh Austraian lychee in store. One word, DELICIOUS !
How about mangosteen? It seems not so popular here, but it's valueable and rare. Another fruit you must taste.
We also … View more
Dear neighbours,
Have you tasted fresh Lychee? Lychee to Cantonese is just like Cherry to Kiwi. Now we're selling fresh Austraian lychee in store. One word, DELICIOUS !
How about mangosteen? It seems not so popular here, but it's valueable and rare. Another fruit you must taste.
We also offer other sorts of imported fruit. Please come and check them.

Negotiable

1781 days ago

Taonga pūoro workshop — Make your own Māori wind instrument

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Date: Friday, 24 January, 2020
Time:
10.00 – 10.20 Pūkana whanau tour; 10.30 – 12.00 Taonga Pūoro workshop

Cost:
Free event. Booking required

Location: … View more
Date: Friday, 24 January, 2020
Time:
10.00 – 10.20 Pūkana whanau tour; 10.30 – 12.00 Taonga Pūoro workshop

Cost:
Free event. Booking required

Location:
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

Contact Details:
bookings@hetohu.nz

Book the tamariki in for a family-friendly workshop celebrating and embracing moments in Māori performance.

The day will start with a tour of the exhibition ‘Pūkana: moments in Maori performance’ at 10am. An incredible opportunity to see an exhibition celebrating Māori performance and performers across time and genres.

Performer, composer and curator Ariana Tikao will then demonstrate Māori wind instruments and make them sing, while Sam Palmer teaches you how to create your own Māori wind instrument for you to decorate, play with and take home.

The duration of the tour is 20 minutes and all ages are welcome with a supervising adult.
Spaces are limited is so email your details to bookings@hetohu.nz.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Image: Ariana performing taonga pūoro

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1782 days ago

Be in to win with The Editors’ Escape - 2 DAYS TO GO!

The Editors' Escape

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this … View more
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Be in to win with The Editors' Escape! Our friends at NZ House & Garden are giving away tickets to their popular House Tours this season. Tell us your favourite New Zealand destination where you'd like to escape with us via this link and be in to win one of five double passes to a House Tour of your choice.

Visit www.editorsescape.co.nz... for more information and to secure your spot today.

Competition closes on 15th January 2020.

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1783 days ago

Dressmaker's/ clothing display mannequin

Stella from Karori

I'm looking to sell a non adjustable clothing display mannequin like those used in retail stores.
It is white plastic and about a size 8 (see attached pictures.)
The person i bought it off had damaged the original base so i improvised and have used an outdoor umbrella stand as a substitute. … View more
I'm looking to sell a non adjustable clothing display mannequin like those used in retail stores.
It is white plastic and about a size 8 (see attached pictures.)
The person i bought it off had damaged the original base so i improvised and have used an outdoor umbrella stand as a substitute. This is included in the price if so desired.
Any queries feel free to PM me.
Thanks Neighbourly folks! :)

Price: $55

1784 days ago

Do more of what you love

Ryman village living lets you worry less and play more. Experience our retirement villages.

0800 555 103 | rymanhealthcare.co.nz
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1784 days ago

Wellesley College Uniforms (Assorted) for Sale

Lim from Northland

Hi There. We have assorted Wellesley Uniform for sale following a wardrobe clean up recently. Photos are attached.


1) School Jersey (Size 72cm, 28 inch). In very good condition. $60
2) Short Sleeve School Shirt (Size 6). Brand New. $40
3) Long Sleeve Short Shirt (Size 8). In very good … View more
Hi There. We have assorted Wellesley Uniform for sale following a wardrobe clean up recently. Photos are attached.


1) School Jersey (Size 72cm, 28 inch). In very good condition. $60
2) Short Sleeve School Shirt (Size 6). Brand New. $40
3) Long Sleeve Short Shirt (Size 8). In very good condition barring a stain mark (from Art's class) on the top left shoulder. $25
4) Short Sleeve School Short (Size 6). Fair Condition . $20
5) College PE Tee (Size 6). Good condition. $25


Please get in touch via Neighbourly if interested or if you need further information. You are welcome to buy individual items or give me an offer for the lot.



Cheers,
Lim

Negotiable

1785 days ago

Animal Evac NZ deployed to Australia

Animal Evac NZ

With the help of animal rights group SAFE, Animal Evac New Zealand has sent a specialist team of six trained disaster responders to New South Wales. They are supporting animals and communities impacted by the catastrophic bush fires.

The team has experience in animal disaster management, … View more
With the help of animal rights group SAFE, Animal Evac New Zealand has sent a specialist team of six trained disaster responders to New South Wales. They are supporting animals and communities impacted by the catastrophic bush fires.

The team has experience in animal disaster management, international humanitarian aid, veterinary medicine, disaster victim identification, paramedicine, incident management, animal control, wildland firefighting and technical animal rescue.

Animal Evac is asking for donations to support their work on the ground in Australia and in responding to future emergencies. They are extremely grateful to the organisations and individuals who have already supported this deployment and helped make it possible.

To learn more about Animal Evac’s work and to stay up to date with their Australian deployment, follow them on Facebook or visit our Website
Donate now

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1785 days ago

Aloe Vera Toothgel

Marang from Thorndon

With aloe vera & bee propolis. Stops bleeding gums, mouth ulcers and bad odor in mouth and so much more...Does not contain Fluoride.

Price: $13.65

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1785 days ago

Inner Wellington Harbour water quality update

The Team from Wellington Water

We have been working this week on Cuba Street to resolve a cross-connection to reduce the contamination in the inner Wellington Harbour.
Recent tests show that the water quality has still not improved sufficiently, so we continue to advise people to avoid swimming or collecting seafood at the … View more
We have been working this week on Cuba Street to resolve a cross-connection to reduce the contamination in the inner Wellington Harbour.
Recent tests show that the water quality has still not improved sufficiently, so we continue to advise people to avoid swimming or collecting seafood at the Taranaki Diving Platform and the shaded area on the map below until further notice.

Signage is in place in the affected areas.

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1785 days ago

⚠Dixon Street wastewater update⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

Following the installation of the temporary above ground pipe, we now need to install a permanent underground pipe which means excavating from the Dixon/Willis intersection along Willis Street to State Highway 1 near Ghuznee Street.

On Monday 13 January 2020 we will start site investigations, … View more
Following the installation of the temporary above ground pipe, we now need to install a permanent underground pipe which means excavating from the Dixon/Willis intersection along Willis Street to State Highway 1 near Ghuznee Street.

On Monday 13 January 2020 we will start site investigations, locating service in the road and trenching along Willis Street. Pedestrian access along both sides of Willis Street will remain the same.

We are holding a community meeting next week, where we would like to invite businesses owners and residents to discuss the project work. We will have a project engineer, council representatives and local councillors available to answer any questions you may have.

The details for the community meeting are:
Tuesday 14 January, 5.30pm - Conference Centre, St John’s in the City.

Updates on this project will be available at: www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...

1785 days ago

Call all South-east Asian

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Dear neighbours,

If you're looking for food and ingredients from South-east Asia, please come to us. We have a big section for food from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, including snacks, dried fruit, candy. In particular, we have a separate part for coffee, curry, coconut milk, … View more
Dear neighbours,

If you're looking for food and ingredients from South-east Asia, please come to us. We have a big section for food from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, including snacks, dried fruit, candy. In particular, we have a separate part for coffee, curry, coconut milk, etc.

We're trying our best to enrich our product mix. If you find some items we are missing and tell us, we'll give you a Thank-you gift.

Enjoy shopping with us.

1785 days ago

Gentle/Seniors Yoga in Karori, term 1 2020

Nicola from Makara

If you seek a weekly class that is designed to strengthen the body, promote balance, lubricate joints, increase flexibility, work with the breath, through mindful somatic movement, offering safety while working within your body's scope in a socially welcoming environment- then these classes … View moreIf you seek a weekly class that is designed to strengthen the body, promote balance, lubricate joints, increase flexibility, work with the breath, through mindful somatic movement, offering safety while working within your body's scope in a socially welcoming environment- then these classes could be up your alley!
Over 4 1/2 yrs we have seen these classes grow in popularity and we now have a fifth class to offer in 2020. You're welcome to give it a go before committing or even come casually ($11.50 per class). Contact me for more info....
Classes held at the Karori Bridge Club, Drama Club room.(downstairs)
Classes with availability (other two are sold out)
Wednesdays 1.45-2.45pm, 29 January- 8 April, 11 week term $9 per class $99 (3 spaces)
Fridays 9.30am- 10.30am, 31 January- 3 April, 10 weeks $9 per class $90 (3 spaces)
Fridays 1.45pm- 2.45pm, 31 January- 3 April, 10 weeks $9 per class $90 (6 spaces - new class)

Nicola Waters
nicola.foreveryoga@gmail.com 0272962602
nicola-waters-foreveryoga.squarespace.com...

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