Kingston, Wellington

852 days ago

Reading Tip #3

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Give children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it … View moreGive children lots of opportunities to read different things in their own time - it doesn’t just have to be books. There’s fiction, non-fiction, poetry, comics, magazines, recipes, and much more. Try leaving interesting reading material in different places around the home and see who picks it up ??

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853 days ago

✨ Petone closing down SALE on now ✨

The Team from

It’s with a heavy heart that we share the news that our Petone SPCA Op Shop in Wellington will be closing down permanently on the 31 July 2022, due to our lease expiring. However this makes it possible for us to explore growth new op shop locations in the Wellington area, as we look to open more … View moreIt’s with a heavy heart that we share the news that our Petone SPCA Op Shop in Wellington will be closing down permanently on the 31 July 2022, due to our lease expiring. However this makes it possible for us to explore growth new op shop locations in the Wellington area, as we look to open more stores in the near future for the Wellington community.

Everything in our Petone Op Shop is currently on sale, with prices slashed from now until our closing date. Everything MUST GO before 31 July 2022. We will continue to gratefully accept items donated for the animals in our care, including blankets, towels and pet toys for our SPCA Wellington Centre – but please be aware that we will not be accepting donated items for resale.

Please consider shopping, donating or volunteering to our other local SPCA Op Shops in the area at:
🐾 Lower Hutt Op Shop, 6 Pretoria Street, Hutt Central, Lower Hutt 5010
🐾 Johnsonville Op Shop, 70 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037

We’d like to thank you for many years of support at our Petone Op Shop, and helping to raise money for animals in need. Thank you for your sup-PAW-t Wellington 💙

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852 days ago

Concrete pad

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Transform a dull concrete pad into an attractive seating area with a little bit of help from Resene Walk-on flooring and paving paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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852 days ago

Upcycle your Johnsonville 10-Trip today.

Greater Wellington Regional Council

Swap your remaining Johnsonville rides for a Snapper top-up at Wellington Station today.

From 1 July 2022 zone 1-3 and 3-3 Monthly train passes, 10-Trips and off-board single trip tickets for the Johnsonville Line are no longer being sold. You can still buy single trip tickets on-board with … View more
Swap your remaining Johnsonville rides for a Snapper top-up at Wellington Station today.

From 1 July 2022 zone 1-3 and 3-3 Monthly train passes, 10-Trips and off-board single trip tickets for the Johnsonville Line are no longer being sold. You can still buy single trip tickets on-board with cash.

Visit Metlink.org.nz, or call 0800 801 700.
Know more

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859 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week a couple of pictures from Rosa Marie in Stokes Valley.
"Too wet and horrible to go a wondering this afternoon, but still managed to stalk the local birdlife from behind the washing line and get a few shots here and there as they feasted on the seed that I had thrown on the lawn. The … View more
This week a couple of pictures from Rosa Marie in Stokes Valley.
"Too wet and horrible to go a wondering this afternoon, but still managed to stalk the local birdlife from behind the washing line and get a few shots here and there as they feasted on the seed that I had thrown on the lawn. The cats however kept scaring them away."

853 days ago

Do you know a greenfingered hero in your community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will… View more
Dear neighbours,

NZ Gardener together with Ryman Healthcare is once again looking for greenfingered good sorts – individuals or groups who use their gardening skills to help others. Tell us about the great gardeners doing right by your community, and they could be one of five finalists who will feature in the October magazine!

There are some amazing prizes up for grabs, so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for the greater good, nominate them now for Ryman Healthcare 2022 Gardener of the Year!

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853 days ago

Ceramic or concrete tiles

Jeff from Newtown

Looking for large ceramic or concrete pavers for backyard area, 2 metre by 3 metre coverage approximately please, not fussed on condition, obviously I will come and get myself, I live in Newtown

854 days ago

BUY ART AND HELP US REACH LONELY SENIORS

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Age Concern Wellington Region has a fantastic opportunity for you to help reach lonely seniors, and acquire beautiful original art pieces at the same time!
Ron Jobson, a 91-year-old painter from Strathmore, is donating 75% of the proceeds from sales of his amazing paintings to Age Concern … View more
Age Concern Wellington Region has a fantastic opportunity for you to help reach lonely seniors, and acquire beautiful original art pieces at the same time!
Ron Jobson, a 91-year-old painter from Strathmore, is donating 75% of the proceeds from sales of his amazing paintings to Age Concern Wellington Region.

Call 04 499 6648 or email info@acwellington.org.nz for details or click here for details:

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855 days ago

Aiken Hakes found safe and well

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Aiken Hakes, who had been missing from his Wellington home for six days, has been found safe and well.
Police have thanked the public for their assistance.

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855 days ago

Recycle for good

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Donate and shop at Red Cross, and recycle for good! Thanks to everyone helping us to do good in our community and we hope to see you in store soon!


We have some deals going:

25% off dresses
All sportswear only $5.00 each!


The Team at Kilbirnie Red Cross

854 days ago

Reduce rising living costs

Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that … View more
Enjoy the flexibility to do what you want and be more in control of your finances. Our fixed base weekly fee means Ryman residents can relax and make confident financial choices. And as living costs continue to rise, our fixed fee guarantee is more important than ever.

Ryman residents say that this financial security helps them plan ahead for large expenses like holidays while still enjoying themselves today. Because fewer responsibilities mean that you can live on your own terms. It’s one of the ways we’re pioneering retirement living – so you can embrace life and blaze a new trail in retirement.
Learn more

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854 days ago

Time to escape your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a … View more
Are you overdue a getaway? You could win a 13-day Sir Edmund Hillary Explorer South Island Rail & Coach tour by participating in Neighbourly’s 8th birthday celebration.

To enter the competition, just tell us what you love about your neighbourhood. It could be your favourite spot, a beautiful view, or something that makes you smile. You could be in for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway!
Share now

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858 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Arthur

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A first for Pet of the Day, a horse! His proud mum is Karen Mole from Raumati Beach.
"This is Arthur who at 3 years-old almost became pet food as he was too slow to race. He is the loveliest boy who likes tipping his food and water buckets over when I'm not looking.
Remember if you want … View more
A first for Pet of the Day, a horse! His proud mum is Karen Mole from Raumati Beach.
"This is Arthur who at 3 years-old almost became pet food as he was too slow to race. He is the loveliest boy who likes tipping his food and water buckets over when I'm not looking.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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855 days ago

Level 3 First Aid Instructor (actively recruiting across New Zealand)

The Team from Red Cross - Wellington Service Centre

Teach people new skills and give them confidence in medical emergencies. We are actively recruiting for Level 3 First Aid Instructors across New Zealand.

About NZRC and its culture:

New Zealand Red Cross is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Our work is guided… View more
Teach people new skills and give them confidence in medical emergencies. We are actively recruiting for Level 3 First Aid Instructors across New Zealand.

About NZRC and its culture:

New Zealand Red Cross is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Our work is guided by seven fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

New Zealand Red Cross plays a vital role in providing assistance to vulnerable people in New Zealand and overseas. We are an organisation with 10,000 volunteers and over 500 staff.
We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles in all aspects of our recruitment and our ways of working.
To be a successful applicant, to apply for the position, and to download the job description, please click the link below to be taken to New Zealand Red Cross Website.

Note: All applications must be submitted online, last date of submitting application is 8 August 2022.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity or for further information, please contact Craig Gribble/Scott Walker at Craig.Gribble@redcross.org.nz / Scott.Walker@redcross.org.nz

856 days ago

Looking for someone to put a page on my website.

Niki from Newtown

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a website savvy person to add a page on my website 'nikiphillipsart.com', it's on the Wix platform. I'm also looking for quotes to have an online shop added on to my Facebook page please. Email me at niki_phillips@xtra.co.nz
Thank-you.

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