Kingston, Wellington

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683 days ago

Swapping an off-grid dream house in Swanson for a Cromwell hut

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Meet a family with four boys (almost) that's up for adventure - and they don't mind roughing it in the process.

672 days ago

An Invite to Our Past

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the … View more
He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the Waitangi National Trust. He, and all of those all of those at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, invite you to come and feel the stories that shaped Aotearoa.
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672 days ago

HOMESTAY NEEDED FOR A GERMAN BOY for 4½ months

Rachel from Mount Cook

Would you like the opportunity to make a difference to the experience of an international student? Can you provide an inclusive and supportive home for an international student?

Wellington High School has a 17 year old German boy needing a homestay. He has been in Wellington for 8 months and … View more
Would you like the opportunity to make a difference to the experience of an international student? Can you provide an inclusive and supportive home for an international student?

Wellington High School has a 17 year old German boy needing a homestay. He has been in Wellington for 8 months and will return to Germany in July this year.

This student is active and engaged in Wellington life but he is looking for a family that he can spend time with and share activity and conversation. Is this you?

Our homestay fee is $320.00 p/w.
For more information please contact our Homestay Manager:
Di Jordan
homestay@whs.school.nz
021 020 63860

672 days ago

Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Give a dull brown table a fresh light look using a modern chalk paint style effect.

Find out how to refresh your table with this handy advice.

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676 days ago

Poll: Is our government making the right decisions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View more
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!

Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is our government making the right decisions?
  • 2.4% Yes, I back the decision to build over wetlands
    2.4% Complete
  • 88.3% No, we need to focus on preventing future flooding
    88.3% Complete
  • 7.2% Sort of - we can't always cater to the 'what-ifs'
    7.2% Complete
  • 2.1% I don't know
    2.1% Complete
4257 votes
674 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or … View more
Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help. Applications close at midnight on Monday March the 20th 2023.

See our eligibility requirements.
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674 days ago

Join us this International Women's Day for dance, comedy, poetry, music + more!

Ashlee from Mount Cook

For International Women’s Day 2023, we’re showcasing the voices and talents of women and gender diverse people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join us at Fourth-Wave, a festival which aims to celebrate intersectionality and empower women through kōrero and performance.

Fourth-Wave will feature … View more
For International Women’s Day 2023, we’re showcasing the voices and talents of women and gender diverse people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join us at Fourth-Wave, a festival which aims to celebrate intersectionality and empower women through kōrero and performance.

Fourth-Wave will feature dance, comedy, poetry, music, plus a live recording of a panel for our Get Woke Wellington radio show and podcast. Finger food will be provided, and a cash bar will be available for the purchase of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Follow our Facebook event for announcements on our performers: www.facebook.com...

This is an event for everyone - we welcome people of all genders and ages. Thank you in advance for being respectful, kind, and considerate to other attendees, and helping us make Fourth-Wave truly safe and fun for all.

The Wellington Branch of National Council of Women New Zealand is excited to present Fourth-Wave for the first time in 2023. Get your tickets before they sell out - prices starting from $20! events.humanitix.com...

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677 days ago

Climate march on Friday 3 March

Violet from Newtown

The extreme weather New Zealand is experiencing was made worse as a result of climate change. We are standing in it. Join us in our demand for urgent climate mitigation (reducing emissions) and adaptation.
Meet at Civic Square at 2pm on 3 March. We'll march down Willis Street and Lambton … View more
The extreme weather New Zealand is experiencing was made worse as a result of climate change. We are standing in it. Join us in our demand for urgent climate mitigation (reducing emissions) and adaptation.
Meet at Civic Square at 2pm on 3 March. We'll march down Willis Street and Lambton Quay, to Parliament grounds. This is a peaceful, intergeneration action - so bring your friends, family and workmates, and also your protest signs, sun protection and water!
Fridays for Future Te Upoko o Te Ika and School Strike for Climate Te Whangananui-a-tara.

GCS23_WEL_A3.pdf Download View

674 days ago

Age Concern Wellington Region CEO interviewed on Hutt City FM

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

In February, Age Concern Wellington Region CEO, Stephen Opie, was interviewed on Hutt City FM. You can listen to the full interview here:

www.youtube.com...

674 days ago

Recycle Reuse Relove

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Looking for a little project? Have a go at upcycling! Check out your local Red Cross shop for inspiration and Help us reduce waste!

We have 25% off men’s clothing and 25% off coats and jackets, this week only! Ends Sunday!

We are always looking for volunteers, if you have a few hours spare, … View more
Looking for a little project? Have a go at upcycling! Check out your local Red Cross shop for inspiration and Help us reduce waste!

We have 25% off men’s clothing and 25% off coats and jackets, this week only! Ends Sunday!

We are always looking for volunteers, if you have a few hours spare, please call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

We hope to see you here!

The Kilbirnie Red Cross team

674 days ago

Wellington Suicide Loss Support Group

Alexis Neighbourly Lead from Mount Cook

Have you lost a friend or relative to suicide and would like the support of others going through this devastating loss?

The first meeting will take place at Olive Cafe Cuba Street Wellington on Saturday 11th March at 2pm.

RSVP and further information to alexismundy12@gmail.com or text … View more
Have you lost a friend or relative to suicide and would like the support of others going through this devastating loss?

The first meeting will take place at Olive Cafe Cuba Street Wellington on Saturday 11th March at 2pm.

RSVP and further information to alexismundy12@gmail.com or text 0212868176

EVERYONE WELCOME!!

Alexis

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675 days ago

Cyclone Gabrielle Relief Fund

Tania from Brooklyn

We have started a giveallitle page for Cyclone Gabrielle. We are already up to $1,200.00 and this will go directly to the people. Please donate and click on the link givealittle.co.nz.... You will be making a difference.

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676 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
Click Here

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676 days ago

Calling all Knitters!!!

Alyse from Brooklyn

In the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers … View moreIn the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers for older children ( they have enough booties) even wool donations would be appreciated! I'm happy to send them up if you'd drop to me. Or you can send to address inserted at the bottom of second photo. Thanks 😊 🙏

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676 days ago

Restock science kits for Kiwi kids – volunteer Top-up Team superstars needed

Cate from Island Bay

Help the House of Science, a Charitable Trust, with its work taking awesome practical science kits into primary and intermediate schools. The ‘Top-up Team’ helps clean, sort and replenish science kits that have been loaned out from our Wellington Branch's kit library (based at Miramar … View moreHelp the House of Science, a Charitable Trust, with its work taking awesome practical science kits into primary and intermediate schools. The ‘Top-up Team’ helps clean, sort and replenish science kits that have been loaned out from our Wellington Branch's kit library (based at Miramar Central School) to local schools from the South coast up to Pukerua Bay.

You don’t need to know anything about science to be a valued volunteer member of our Top-Up Team, but you can’t help but get interested in all the cool activities in these kits and you’ll wish they existed when you were at school!

Volunteers are needed once a fortnight during school terms on Thursday afternoons and/or Friday mornings and/or Friday afternoons. A two hour shift would be most practical, but longer help would be very welcome! It can be a regular thing, or you might be keen to go on a list of just 'now and then' volunteers - either way, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for people who:
- want to be part of a small but fun volunteer team making a contribution to Kiwi kids' education
- can confidently read and follow recipes, checklists and instructions
- have good attention to detail and do 'sweat the small stuff'
- aren't afraid to ask for help when they're not sure about something
- care about making everything ‘just right’ so schools receive quality resources
- can lift and move around carrying items of up to 10 kg
- can get themselves to our base at Miramar Central School.

Note: a Police check will be required, since you'd be working on school grounds.

If you're interested, please If you're interested, please contact Cate Shave on cate.shave@houseofscience.nz or 021 554 702.

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