Kingston, Wellington

1501 days ago

Falls prevention

Lorna Harvey from

There’s a new exercise class in town! Yes, another one… but this one is special: it’s a falls prevention exercise class for seniors, and it only costs a gold coin. Age Concern Wellington’s Ann Dalziel has started three new weekly classes in Lower Hutt (Knox Church), Khandallah (St Barnabas … View moreThere’s a new exercise class in town! Yes, another one… but this one is special: it’s a falls prevention exercise class for seniors, and it only costs a gold coin. Age Concern Wellington’s Ann Dalziel has started three new weekly classes in Lower Hutt (Knox Church), Khandallah (St Barnabas Church), and Churton Park (community centre). Age Concern Wellington now has 25 Steady as You Go exercise classes running each week around the Wellington Region. From Upper Hutt to Island Bay and over to Whitby, there’s a class near you.

“My balance has improved so much,” says one class participant, “and I’ve made many new friends here.”

These classes are designed to improve strength and balance and help prevent a fall. Steady as You Go classes improve balance and leg strength, flexibility, general fitness, and wellbeing. But most importantly perhaps, these classes are a great way to meet new people.

Classes consist of a combination of sitting, standing and walking exercises, and take around an hour. Call 04 499 6648 or visit www.ageconcernwellington.org.nz... for more information.

Falls are not a natural part of ageing!

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1503 days ago

Missing cat Mimi

Kirsten from Berhampore

19.10.20

Mimi is still missing - she went missing from Dawson St, Berhampore, Wellington. I had her for two weeks after my mum died and she managed to escape on Oct 1st - 18 days ago. Someone must have seen her.

Please keep searching in Berhampore/Newtown area - Dawson St, Rintoul St, Lavaud … View more
19.10.20

Mimi is still missing - she went missing from Dawson St, Berhampore, Wellington. I had her for two weeks after my mum died and she managed to escape on Oct 1st - 18 days ago. Someone must have seen her.

Please keep searching in Berhampore/Newtown area - Dawson St, Rintoul St, Lavaud St, Russell Tce, Edinburgh Tce, Adelaide Road area. Further over on Duppa St side and even on way to Kilbirnie. Mum lived in Maupuia, so she might be trying to get back there.

I'm extremely worried about her as she doesn't know the area at all. Please, any news is news.

Mimi is a very small white cat, with large tabby spots on her. She has a heart shape on her nose. She will be very timid and scared. She could be hiding under someone's house or in a garage. She doesn't have a collar on because it was rubbing on her neck. She has a bald patch under her neck. She is not a stray, so if you are (kindly) feeding her, please let me know.

We miss her so much. She is a part of my mum. If anyone sees her, please call me on 0212126838.

1503 days ago

Hen houses

Kirihika from Island Bay

If you're throwing out any old rabbit hutches / dog houses or hen houses, we will take them in at Tapu te ranga (:

1503 days ago

What would you do with a $13.3 million house?

Reporter Community News

A lavish home, believed to be the largest new build in Wellington in more than a decade, is taking shape above Evans Bay.
The five-bedroom, 1400-square-metre house in Overtoun Terrace in Hataitai will be fitted with two bars, an indoor swimming pool, work areas, massage and games rooms, a “great… View more
A lavish home, believed to be the largest new build in Wellington in more than a decade, is taking shape above Evans Bay.
The five-bedroom, 1400-square-metre house in Overtoun Terrace in Hataitai will be fitted with two bars, an indoor swimming pool, work areas, massage and games rooms, a “great room”, and a home theatre.
It is being constructed on two sections of land, bought for $5.8m in 2016 by Wellington-based siblings Nigel and Susan Stanford.
The combined cost of the land and the house totals $13.3m.

1502 days ago

SENIOR REGIONAL GAMES 2020

Corinne Morris from

Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
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Come along to the Senior Regional Games, FREE and open to anyone and everyone! Tuesday 3rd November 10am - 2pm, bring your friends, wear comfortable clothes to move around in, and shoes that are sturdy with a good grippy sole.

What to expect:
Warm-up session taken by Club Active Gym Wellington
Pickleball run by ASBSC Pickleball
Table tennis run by Table Tennis Wellington
Badminton run by Badminton Wellington Centre
Walking netball run by Netball Wellington Centre
Walking basketball run by Wellington Basketball Association
Indoor bowls run by Mornington Bowling Club
Dancing by Harbour City Rock N Roll Club

We hope to see you there! Register here: www.eventbrite.co.nz...

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1508 days ago

Election Billboards

John from Island Bay

Whilst not condoning the tampering of election billboards I had to laugh at this touch up to Labour's billboard in Berhampore.

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1502 days ago

Voodoo Lily creates a rotten smell

Reporter Community News

Have you smelt something rotten in the air lately? It might because the Amorphophallus Konjac is blooming and the stench is real!
Wellington Gardens have received complaints of blocked loos and dead animals, which confirm that the Voodoo Lily has reached its full smelly potential.
If you're … View more
Have you smelt something rotten in the air lately? It might because the Amorphophallus Konjac is blooming and the stench is real!
Wellington Gardens have received complaints of blocked loos and dead animals, which confirm that the Voodoo Lily has reached its full smelly potential.
If you're keen for a smell of good cheese or rotten meat, pop into the Begonia House during open hours for a sniff.
It won't last long, as the plant stops smelling after a day or two!

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1502 days ago

Sick of snoring? Sleep better with Snorex

Snorex

Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is … View more
Whether it's you or a partner, snoring isn't just an annoying noise. It impacts the health of the snorer, as well as the sleep quality of those around them.

Caused by the tissues of the throat relaxing and narrowing during sleep - snoring is a sign that a reduced amount of air is breathed in during sleep.

Snorex is a custom made device that holds the jaw forward, opening up the airway and stopping snoring. Made in Stokes Valley for 25 years, each Snorex is custom fitted for comfort and efficacy.

For more information, or to book an appointment, check out our website or call 0800 766 739.
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1502 days ago

A world full of opportunities

Queen Margaret College

Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop … View more
Stepping into QMC Junior School marks the start of a learning adventure that equips students for their future. QMC is an IB World School, and proud to offer unparalleled excellence in research-based teaching, learning and wellbeing programmes.

Our Junior students learn new skills, develop confidence, aim for excellence, take risks, challenge and explore the world around them.

Every child enjoys access to a wide range of exhilarating cultural and sporting opportunities in a progressive, cosmopolitan, safe environment. We value diversity, and inclusivity – and are the school of choice for families from 54 countries worldwide.

Join us for Open Day, Years 4-6 to find out more and discover the difference a QM education will make to your child’s future.

Discover Years 4,5 and 6
Junior School Open Day
Wednesday 28 October
• 9am - 10.20am
• 5pm - 6.20pm

Places are limited. Book to avoid disappointment.
Find out more

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1504 days ago

Monday Sport Blast From The Past

Reporter Community News

Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in … View more
Trish Hina could be the greatest sportswoman you have never heard of.
A product of Naenae College, she later settled in Gisborne, where she was a social worker.
Her sporting CV includes representing New Zealand in touch, softball, rugby and rugby league.
Initially, her sporting success came in softball, playing for New Zealand and helping her club and Hutt Valley win numerous titles.
League was however her first love and in 2000 Hina was named MVP at the first women’s World Cup, where New Zealand beat Great Britain 26-4.
She was prominent in the Kiwi Ferns retaining the World Cup in 2005 and 2008.
In the 2008 defence, Hina was named MVP for a second time. In the final, New Zealand thrashed Australia 34-0, with Hina scoring two tries and kicking three conversions.
In 2010, she achieved arguably her greatest achievement by being selected to play for the Black Ferns at the World Cup.
She became the first female to win rugby and league World Cups.
Towards the end of her career, Hina was diagnosed with kidney disease and she was unable to fulfill her dream of playing Sevens at the Rio Olympics in 2016.
In 2015, she was inducted as a Hutt Valley Sports Awards legend.

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1503 days ago

Residents meeting tonight...at 7.30pm

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

REMINDER FOR TO NIGHT....

Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this Tuesday the 20th of October) meeting of the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association meeting at St Mathews Church at 7.30pm. We hope to see you there...the heaters will be on!

Tuesday's Agenda attached. Yours … View more
REMINDER FOR TO NIGHT....

Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this Tuesday the 20th of October) meeting of the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association meeting at St Mathews Church at 7.30pm. We hope to see you there...the heaters will be on!

Tuesday's Agenda attached. Yours sincerely,

Carl Savage

Secretary

for and on behalf of

*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)

Tuesday 20 October 2020

7.30pm

Future meetings at St Mathews Church, 96 Washington Ave, Brooklyn

2021 dates - Tuesday 2nd February 2021(provisionally to be confirmed); Tuesday 16th March 2021; Tuesday 18 May 2021; AGM 15 June 2021

Past meetings 2020 - General Election Candidates meeting Tuesday 25 August; Tuesday 20 October

AGENDA

1. Apologies:

2. Minutes of last meeting & matters arising

3. Finance $1,878.52 (as at 12/10/2020)

4. Business

(a) WCC Spatial Plan on housing – GBRAI submission

(b) Ohiro Road / Cleveland Street / Todman Street intersection discussions continued

(c) Harrison Street Council social housing construction update and proposal for a turning area

(d) Report back from representatives on Community liaison Group & WCC and contracted operators within WCC landfill; WCC run southern landfill Resource Consent status / extension and status of C & D landfill and T & T landfills

(e) Prince of Wales water reservoir – latest update

(f) Update on the Kingston bus hub and speed cushions (as opposed to judder bars)

(g) Brooklyn School re-development – completion in late October?

seeking another volunteer to advocate specifically for Kingston

(h) relocating meetings from St Mathews due to it being sold

(i) other items

1503 days ago

Wooden bedside table with cute details

Giulia from Newtown

A few scratched but otherwise great conditions. I think I still have the original handles if you don't like those ones.
Pick up Island bay!

Price: $30

1507 days ago

Possible Covid-19 case in Wellington

Reporter Community News

A person in Wellington has returned a “weak” suspected Covid-19 test, weeks after completing their isolation.
It is the capital’s first possible case outside the Government’s managed isolation and quarantine facilities in more than a month.
In a statement the Ministry of Health said the … View more
A person in Wellington has returned a “weak” suspected Covid-19 test, weeks after completing their isolation.
It is the capital’s first possible case outside the Government’s managed isolation and quarantine facilities in more than a month.
In a statement the Ministry of Health said the person returned from the United States in September and completed their 14 days in isolation on September 21.
They then became sick after completing the mandatory 14 days isolation while in Wellington this week and sought medical care. The details around the sickness are unknown.
The person returned a “weak” positive test on Thursday, meaning the infection was likely historical, and has since been transferred to a quarantine facility in Wellington.
The Ministry of Health is conducting further testing but testing to date suggest a historical infection is highly likely.

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1503 days ago

Garden services, weeding, hedge trimming, tree maintenance, section clears

George from Electric Landscapes

For all your garden needs, from basic weeding to garden make overs get in touch with George from Electric Landscapes.
021 026 78421

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1504 days ago

Beginners Spin Poi class at Kilbirnie Community Centre starts this week

Deb from Kilbirnie

Playing with poi is a lot of fun! SpinPoi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted by Dr Kate Riegle van West to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise,… View morePlaying with poi is a lot of fun! SpinPoi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted by Dr Kate Riegle van West 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. For more information on SpinPoi, and to see people playing with poi, go to www.spinpoi.com...

I am Wellington's first certified SpinPoi instructor. I have been taking a class on Zoom on Wednesday afternoons, and am thrilled to announce a live class starts this week.

Day: Thursdays, starting 22nd October
Time: Arrive between 4.45 and 4.55 for a 5pm start
Venue: Kilbirnie Community Centre hall
Cost: Koha

The class is suitable for beginners to intermediate. It will be 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders and warm up
o Practice of basic poi movements
o In later sessions, we will start trying some more advanced movements
o Playtime! 20-25 minutes of poi to music
o Cool down

You don't need to book, and can just turn up. But if you want more information, either reply here or message me.
(Photo courtesy of the SpinPoi website)

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