Kingston, Wellington

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787 days ago

Do you feel Better Than Ever?

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Become part of our online community for over 60s, and get to know others who appreciate that the good times are just getting started!

PLUS — To celebrate the launch of our new Facebook group, Better Than Ever - each new member will go in the draw to WIN an iPad!

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787 days ago

Subscribe this month and get free plants!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There's still time to sign up for this month's great offer. Our subscribers pay less than retail buyers, and this month, new subscribers also get a $25 voucher for Awapuni Nurseries. Pick from their amazing range of plants, and have them delivered straight to your door with their … View moreThere's still time to sign up for this month's great offer. Our subscribers pay less than retail buyers, and this month, new subscribers also get a $25 voucher for Awapuni Nurseries. Pick from their amazing range of plants, and have them delivered straight to your door with their nationwide delivery. $25 voucher valid from Sept 1-25, 2022.

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788 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a versatile beachside sanctuary in Plimmerton, with four bedrooms and sunny open plan living, and don't forget the gorgeous views, what's not to love? For sale through Team Atwill from Ray White. Take a peek on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to… View more
Our House of the Week this week is a versatile beachside sanctuary in Plimmerton, with four bedrooms and sunny open plan living, and don't forget the gorgeous views, what's not to love? For sale through Team Atwill from Ray White. Take a peek on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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789 days ago

TE WIKI O TE REO MĀORI

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Happy Māori Language Week! We hope you and your family are celebrating and using our country's indigenous language this week!

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789 days ago

New Season Stock!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

We’ve got lots of great new season gear, so so be in quick to get the best looks first, Red Cross shop Kilbirnie.

We have 50% off winter coats, jackets, knitwear and boots, to ring in the new season!

If you have a few hours spare each week, we are alWays looking for new volunteers, if … View more
We’ve got lots of great new season gear, so so be in quick to get the best looks first, Red Cross shop Kilbirnie.

We have 50% off winter coats, jackets, knitwear and boots, to ring in the new season!

If you have a few hours spare each week, we are alWays looking for new volunteers, if interested please call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come to us at 27 Rongotai Road, Kilbirnie, Wellington.

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross

789 days ago

GBRAI Meeting (20/09/2022) and Local Body Candidates Meeting (27/09/2022)

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Hello,

GBRAI have two meetings in the next two weeks. Our regular community meeting (Tuesday 20th September at 7.30pm) and the upcoming Local Body Election candidates meeting (Tuesday the 27th of September at the earlier start time of 7pm SHARP due to the number of standing candidates). with … View more
Hello,

GBRAI have two meetings in the next two weeks. Our regular community meeting (Tuesday 20th September at 7.30pm) and the upcoming Local Body Election candidates meeting (Tuesday the 27th of September at the earlier start time of 7pm SHARP due to the number of standing candidates). with candidates standing for the mayoralty and the two Southern Ward seats. 

Please note the two different start times. I will also send out further reminders but ask you put the times in your diary now. 
You are cordially invited to the next meeting of GBRAI, Tuesday the 20th, at the RSA Room of the Brooklyn Community Centre at 7.30pm.Please and attached our:

# Agenda# Draft minutes from July 2022 to follow in next day or so
We seek your continued support and come and hear matters relating to where you live and their impacts such as: proposed huge housing density intensification,  council owned landfill extension, lack of discussion about the 3 Waters ownership and control, infill housing projects, issues relating to hoons and Tanera Park and the disruptions to residential recycling collections (ongoing) amongst others.

The Local Body Election candidates meeting is on Tuesday the 27th of September from 7pm.  

Yours sincerely,
Carl Savage
Secretary

for and on behalf of
*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)*

M: Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street, Brooklyn, Wellington, 6021
E: brooklynresidentswellington@gmail.com
F: *www.facebook.com/brooklynresidentswellington
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You are cordially invited to the next meeting of the
Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc - Tuesday 20th September 2022 at 7.30 p.m.

Brooklyn Community Centre, RSA Room, 18 Harrison Street
2022-2023 meeting dates - at Brooklyn Community Centre (RSA room)
# Tuesday 20th September 2022
# Tuesday 27th September – Local body Election candidates meeting
# Tuesday 15th November 2022 # Christmas Drinks December 2022
# Tuesday 14th February 2023 # Tuesday 21st March 2023
# Tuesday 16th May 2023 # AGM 20th June 2023

AGENDA
1. Apologies to date:
2. Review & approve the Minutes of last meeting (19 July 2022)
3. Finance
4. Correspondence (posted mail to be directed to Brooklyn Community Centre)
a. outwards: engagement with mayoral & southern ward candidates; Landfill extension and sewage sludge dewatering plant proposals; WCC Draft district Plan; Harrison St social housing and turn around area WCC & GWRC trying to get clarity about T&T works
b. Database email/FB/Neighbourly – all of the above
c. inwards – updates on POW reservoir; Ohiro Road/Todman St/Cleveland St intersection WCC officers
5. General Business
(a) Landfills (C & D closed new operator likely; extension of T and T and “Piggy Back" option of the WCC for the Southern Landfill)
(b) Harrison St turning area update
(c) Ohiro Road/Todman St/Cleveland St intersection traffic update
(d) Prince of Wales water reservoir - update
(e) local body election meeting 27 September 2022
(f) civil defence container in central Brooklyn – update
(g) District Plan
(h) Other business

790 days ago

Neighbours, get stuck in with a subscription to NZ Gardener.

New Zealand Gardener

Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to … View more
Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to spend online at Awapuni.

Just visit Mags4Gifts to purchase your subscription, or if you’d rather talk to one of our friendly staff members, call 0800 624 744. Offer valid for 1 and 2 year subscriptions at the normal rate.

T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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791 days ago

Small plant pots wanted

Adam from Berhampore

Do you have a bunch of leftover small plant pots from seedlings and herbs? We need a free bunch for the 17 Sep Berhampore School Knack Market to sell aloe vera plants for school fundraising.

790 days ago

Ravensburger jigsaw puzzles - free

Caroline from Berhampore

I’m doing a (post-lockdown!) clear out. Anyone after any 1000 piece jigsaw puzzles? I have at least 6. All Ravensburger (curious cupboards etc) apart from the Banksy one. Limit 2-3 each if I get lots of interest. Must pickup today.

Free

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793 days ago

Small office space required for start up ad agency

Geoff from Island Bay

Start up ad agency looking for a small office or shared space. Everything considered. Call Geoff on 021 779 306 or email me at geoff@addition.co.nz

792 days ago

Brooklyn Community Centre - community market Saturday 17 September

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Supporting the Brooklyn Community Centre and the next Brooklyn community market (two Saturdays time) on Saturday the 17th September...

Hi Neighbours, our next community market is on this Saturday 17th from 12 - 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre in Harrison Street. We have lots of stalls … View more
Supporting the Brooklyn Community Centre and the next Brooklyn community market (two Saturdays time) on Saturday the 17th September...

Hi Neighbours, our next community market is on this Saturday 17th from 12 - 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre in Harrison Street. We have lots of stalls booked, including some exciting new sellers, with something for everyone including jewellery; soy candles; soaps; succulents and plants; African wax print goods; vintage china, glass & clothes; crystals; resin goods; crafts; linen, and much more. Andrew will be on the deck ready to sharpen those knives, gardening tools, scissors, etc., hot soup, toasted sandwiches, and crepes will be on sale in the hall, and Brooklyn School football enthusiasts will be manning the BBQ to fundraise for their trip to the AIMS Games later in the year. So come down and support local while hanging out with neighbours and friends - no vax pass required!

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793 days ago

Your chance to win a 1-year subscription worth $101

NZ House and Garden

Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're … View more
Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're in the draw.
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800 days ago

Free Tai Chi Sessions

Peter from Taoist Tai Chi™ - Wellington

Free Tai Chi Sessions in September at the Mornington Golf Club, 80 Stanley Street, Berhampore

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793 days ago

International Literacy Day

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

International Literacy Day is observed worldwide on September 8, 2022. Literacy unlocks human potential and is the cornerstone of development. It leads to better health, better employment opportunities, and safer and more stable societies. Developing literacy skills in the early years is crucial to… View moreInternational Literacy Day is observed worldwide on September 8, 2022. Literacy unlocks human potential and is the cornerstone of development. It leads to better health, better employment opportunities, and safer and more stable societies. Developing literacy skills in the early years is crucial to a child’s success in school and later in life.

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794 days ago

Wellington Home and Garden Show is Back and it’s BIG!

Wellington Home & Garden Show

It’s all about idea’s, inspiration, the latest technology and exclusive show specials at the Wellington Home and Garden Show on from the 16 - 18 September at Sky Stadium. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with over 190 … View more
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration, the latest technology and exclusive show specials at the Wellington Home and Garden Show on from the 16 - 18 September at Sky Stadium. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer.

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with over 190 Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from featuring Kitchens, a massive range of Appliances, Bathrooms, Landscaping & Plants, Home Maintenance, Homewares, Art and more!

Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on Saturday at the show for his free Ask an Expert session on ‘Renovating for Performance’. Enjoy a delicious variety of street food and even a pop up bar!

Save the date in your diaries: 16 - 18 September at the Wellington Home & Garden Show
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
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