๐๐Do you need help this Christmas?
We know it has been a tough year and it can be scary to ask for help. If you are finding things tough at the moment, know that the Vinnies door is always open and our support services can be accessed safely and confidentially.
The Merry Vinnies Christmas toy shop is opening its doors this December, giving families the opportunity to choose gifts for their children without the cost.
๐ Who can access this service?
> People living in the Wellington City Council area (if you reside in the Porirua or Hutt Valley area, please contact your local Vinnies or community center).
> Gifts are for children aged 0 - 16 years.
> Parents or primary caregivers of child/ren.
> Community Service cardholders.
๐ How can I access this service?
Contact the Vinnies team to book a 'shopping slot':
> call, 04 389 7122 or free call 0800 VINNIES.
> email, info@vinnieswgtn.org.nz.
> drop-in, level 1, 207 Riddiford St, Newtown.
Share your favourite main crop potato recipe and win a copy of our mag!
Love potatoes? We will give away free copies of the May 2026 issue to readers whose potato recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way to enjoy potatoes: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by March 1, 2026.
Bridge Lesson starting next week - register now!
Now's the time to get your registration in. We are only one week away from starting the lessons.
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealandโs best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealandโs best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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