Kingston, Wellington

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1247 days ago

Resident-friendly terms

Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.

Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector.
Our base weekly… View more
Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.

Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector.
Our base weekly fee is fixed for the entire time you occupy your townhouse or apartment*, and comprehensive care can be dialled up as your needs change.

Terms like these provide you with greater confidence to live the way you want.
*Some conditions apply
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1260 days ago

Finally, over 40's can now have fun at bars with other over '40's.

Michael from Newtown

Cheers -



Welly is an unusual town. While in many ways it is very sophisticated, yet there are literally no bars here where people in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s can dance and mix and mingle with those of a similar age. Many yearn for the days when they could let loose at “Boogie … View more
Cheers -



Welly is an unusual town. While in many ways it is very sophisticated, yet there are literally no bars here where people in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s can dance and mix and mingle with those of a similar age. Many yearn for the days when they could let loose at “Boogie Wonderland” and hang out at “Hummingbird”. However, wait no more. That that has changed.
I am from Miami, love to party and to throw parities. Every Friday, my meetup.com group, "40's, 50's, and 60's Get Off Your Ass and Have Fun" meet at a different bar with a great dance floor and will either have the entire bar to ourselves or a large portion of it. We will play the best of the ‘70’s, ‘80’s, and ‘90’s dance music. Even if you don’t dance though, you will have fun just grooving to the high energy from the others who are.

Both couples and singles are invited. However, ours is not a dating meetup. Its purpose is to provide comfortable venues where we can make new friends of both sexes and enjoy the company of our old friends.


There will never be a cover charge. In fact, just the opposite. We will always have drink specials until 10:00 (but you do not have to drink have fun) and complimentary nibbles. It will be my personal pleasure to greet you and to introduce you to the others.


You can join for free at www.meetup.com...


Best wishes - Michael

1249 days ago

Welcome sign

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

A vintage print can make a great welcome sign for your home entrance way by simply adding some hand painted letters in your choice of Resene colours!

Find out how to create your own.

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1249 days ago

Physical Storytelling Classes for Kids

Joanne from Mornington

Hi Neighbours,
I wanted to let you know about some fun, educational, interactive storytelling classes I will be running for kids. I am a performing arts teacher and in August will start to run ‘Physical Stories with Jo' for kids aged 4 to 7 years old.
In these weekly classes I will use a … View more
Hi Neighbours,
I wanted to let you know about some fun, educational, interactive storytelling classes I will be running for kids. I am a performing arts teacher and in August will start to run ‘Physical Stories with Jo' for kids aged 4 to 7 years old.
In these weekly classes I will use a range of drama exercises, interactive yoga stories, songs, and reflection time to build on children's concentration, confidence and collaboration skills. Using stories that kids love like ‘Frozen’, ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’ and ‘The Gruffalo’, I focuses on the messages behind these stories such as managing fear and being kind. Discovering what makes you special and knowing that your actions affect others. Being brave and able to stay calm using deep breathing to think clearly.
The sessions are designed to be great fun and purposeful. “I believe getting kids physically moving their bodies and thinking simultaneously is so beneficial”.
Classes will run from Island Bay School on a Monday at 3.30pm and from the Scouts Hall in Brooklyn on a Wednesday at 3.30pm.
The first session is free, but you do have to register so get in quick! For more information go to joannelisik.com or email me at joannelisik@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you!

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1251 days ago

Poll: Do you support the nurses strike?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Thirty thousand nurses, midwives and healthcare assistants across the country are striking on Wednesday today for better pay, more sick leave and safer work conditions.
They will walk off the job for eight hours from 11am until 7pm.

Do you support the nurses strike?
  • 88.3% Yes
    88.3% Complete
  • 11.7% No
    11.7% Complete
1008 votes
1251 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Any thoughts on who these two are?

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1249 days ago

Gentle Exercise classes - June / July timetable

Deb from Kilbirnie

Exercise classes primarily for Seniors, but all ages and abilities welcome. Read more about each class below.

MONDAY 10.30am - SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES
o Every Monday, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5

TUESDAY 5pm - SPIN POI
o Every Tuesday, 5pm, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5

WEDNESDAY … View more
Exercise classes primarily for Seniors, but all ages and abilities welcome. Read more about each class below.

MONDAY 10.30am - SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES
o Every Monday, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5

TUESDAY 5pm - SPIN POI
o Every Tuesday, 5pm, Kilbirnie Community Centre - $5

WEDNESDAY 2pm - SPIN POI
o Every Wednesday, 2pm, on Zoom - $5

THURSDAY 11am - SPIN POI
This class is funded by Tu Ora Compass Health - suggested koha $2
o 17 June - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 24 June - Seatoun Village Hall
o 1 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 8 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o 15 July - Seatoun Village Hall
o 22 July - Seatoun Village Hall
o 29 July - Strathmore Park Community Centre
o From August on, all classes at Strathmore Park until further notice

SEATED MOBILISATION EXERCISES

50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs standing, the rest seated in chairs. Aims of the class: Gentle exercise for those who can't exercise standing up / Prevent joint stiffness & maintain joint and muscle mobility / Have fun!

Suitable for various forms of arthritis, recovery from strokes or heart attacks, chronic fatigue, MS, seniors easing back into exercise and more.

SPIN POI

Playing with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see improvements in grip strength, attention, focus, balance and coordination.

No need to book. Poi provided. Or there some new sets available for sale if you want your own personal set. The class is suitable for beginners to intermediate. It is 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders & warm up
o Practice poi movements
o Playtime! 20-25 minutes of poi to music
o Cool down

Ask me more about any of the classes!

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1254 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Pippa

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Our SPCA Pet of the Day this week is Pippa the dog.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I very much enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go … View more
Our SPCA Pet of the Day this week is Pippa the dog.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I very much enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and show me all the wonderful things out there.
As I want to keep all the cuddles and tummy rubs for myself I am looking for a home as an only dog. Don't be fooled by my size, I can be cheeky and have jumped fences before, so am needing a home that has high fencing. I could live with older kids that are confident around big boisterous ladies like myself.
I do however come with a medical waiver my new home would have to be aware of. So if you think I'm the girl for you please contact the canine team for more information."

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1250 days ago

Keeping up with the kororā, live cam launched on Wellington coast

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Anyone with an internet connection can gain a glimpse into the secret lives of kororā thanks to new cameras set up by Urban Wildlife Trust and Niwa.
Kororā, or little blue penguins, are found around New Zealand’s coasts and grow to only 35 centimetres tall – the smallest species of penguin in… View more
Anyone with an internet connection can gain a glimpse into the secret lives of kororā thanks to new cameras set up by Urban Wildlife Trust and Niwa.
Kororā, or little blue penguins, are found around New Zealand’s coasts and grow to only 35 centimetres tall – the smallest species of penguin in the world.
They visit land between June and March each year to lay eggs, care for their young and moult before returning to sea to feed during April and May.
Two high resolution cameras and an external microphone have been installed in a little blue penguin nest box in Evans Bay, with Kororā Cam now streaming straight to YouTube.

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1252 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Yep, it is not Friday but by coincidence both Andrew Gorrie and Rosa Marie visited Zealandia and photographed a stroppy tūī who did not want to share the sugar feeder.
Check out the photo of a kaka by Gorrie and the tūī by Marie. Which picture do your prefer?

1250 days ago

Sunday Garage Sale in Island Bay

Deborah from Island Bay

Garage sale Sunday 11am - 3pm at 330 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

Huge variety of stuff: wedding dresses, cross-trainer, food processor, vacuum cleaner, kitchen utensils, gas heater, Marsden uniform skirt, snowboots, clothes, toys, pictures, tools.

Money raised is for a scholarship for a young mum … View more
Garage sale Sunday 11am - 3pm at 330 The Esplanade, Island Bay.

Huge variety of stuff: wedding dresses, cross-trainer, food processor, vacuum cleaner, kitchen utensils, gas heater, Marsden uniform skirt, snowboots, clothes, toys, pictures, tools.

Money raised is for a scholarship for a young mum through New Horizons For Women Trust.

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1250 days ago

Confidence.

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

With a confident attitude, you can reach great heights.

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1258 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has been in the news a lot lately, under a different name, so where is this?

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1251 days ago

RMHC® New Zealand Annual Appeal

Ronald McDonald House Charities

Help us house families with hospitalised children. Join the fight to fund a night. Find out more

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1251 days ago

Art Exhibition

Annette from Island Bay

JAZZ OF ART Group Exhibition at BLUEBELLE CAFE 9 - 28 June.
coincides with Wellington Jazz Festival. 'Blue in Green' artist: Douglas McArthur 'Miles in Focus' artist: Ian Logan and many more !

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