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1415 days ago

2021 exercise classes for Seniors & others

Deb from Kilbirnie

Seated arthritis exercises and Spin poi classes starting back this week in Eastern suburbs, on Zoom, and monthly in Karori. The classes are primarily for seniors, but all ages and physical abilities are welcome.

SEATED EXERCISE CLASS - 50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs … View more
Seated arthritis exercises and Spin poi classes starting back this week in Eastern suburbs, on Zoom, and monthly in Karori. The classes are primarily for seniors, but all ages and physical abilities are welcome.

SEATED EXERCISE CLASS - 50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs standing, the rest of the class is 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 a variety of conditions, including various forms of arthritis, recovery from strokes or heart attacks, chronic fatigue, MS, seniors easing back into exercise.
Monday mornings, 10.30am - from 11 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre, $5

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 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. 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

Thursday mornings, 11am
o Thu, 21 & 28 Jan - Seatoun Village Hall - koha
o 1st, 3rd & 5th weeks from 4 Feb - Strathmore Park Community Centre - $2
o 2nd & 4th weeks from 11 Feb - Seatoun Village Hall - $2

Thursday evenings, 5pm - starting 14 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre - koha (suggested $8 waged, $5 unwaged)

Last Friday of every month, 11.15am - starting 29 Jan
o Karori Community Centre, $7

I am a certified SpinPoi instructor who has taught exercise classes for seniors for 15 years.
If these times don't work for you, email me on deb@frot.co.nz or call 04 934 6366 for info on Zoom classes - Mon 6pm (Beginners) or Wed 2pm (Open).

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1415 days ago

Customer Feedback

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

We compiled all of the wonderful feedback we have received and created this word map of the most frequently mentioned terms associated with NumberWorks’nWords! A big thank you to all of our wonderful students and staff who make the environment so special. We look forward to having you back in the… View moreWe compiled all of the wonderful feedback we have received and created this word map of the most frequently mentioned terms associated with NumberWorks’nWords! A big thank you to all of our wonderful students and staff who make the environment so special. We look forward to having you back in the centre at the beginning of term.

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1416 days ago

Famous white kiwi Manukura gets heartfelt send-off

Reporter Community News

A memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her … View more
A memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her guardians.
The extremely rare bird made the news across the world as the first white kiwi chick to be hatched in captivity back in 2011, and she died on December 27, 2020 after surgery to remove an infertile egg that had become stuck.

1416 days ago

Hairdressing Wash Basin

Kandace from Kilbirnie

This comfy leather recliner shampoo basin has been used in a home salon for the last few years but it no longer being used so it needs to go! This unit in good but used condition and sorry but comes with out tapware. It has scuff marks here n there and a rip in the front. Over all though this basin… View moreThis comfy leather recliner shampoo basin has been used in a home salon for the last few years but it no longer being used so it needs to go! This unit in good but used condition and sorry but comes with out tapware. It has scuff marks here n there and a rip in the front. Over all though this basin still looks reasonably stylish its very comfortable. It has a side lever to adjust the chair from seated upright to a more reclined position. Needs to be picked up from Kilbirnie, I haven't ever done this but I think you can take the basin off. I Also have a matching basin only in white its not attached to a recliner or anything Ill post this listing and photos asap but if interested let me know. The measurement's for the black unit are 117cm x 94cm x 70cm. The measurement's for just the basin its self are 63cm x 50cm The white one is same as the black so no.s should be the same. The white basin is priced at $50. Cheers K

Price: $150

1421 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

You will need a good memory to remember this gentleman.

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1419 days ago

Poll: What is your favourite pie?

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According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its … View more
According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its production to 14 million pies, sausage rolls and savouries a year.

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What is your favourite pie?
  • 31.4% Mince and cheese
    31.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Steak and mushroom
    25.3% Complete
  • 9.4% Mince
    9.4% Complete
  • 8.5% Chicken
    8.5% Complete
  • 25.4% Other
    25.4% Complete
831 votes
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1417 days ago

Dishwasher/ Barista Position’s Miramar Cafe

Charlotte from Island Bay

🐸We have a FULL& PART time Dishy position available, this job will require week days as well as both weekend days.
Majority of the work will be washing dishes so we need someone who is physically fit and isn’t shy of hard work!🐸
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a … View more
🐸We have a FULL& PART time Dishy position available, this job will require week days as well as both weekend days.
Majority of the work will be washing dishes so we need someone who is physically fit and isn’t shy of hard work!🐸
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a dishy, who can wash dishes in a timely manner, be quick on your feet and of course be a team player 😉

We are also looking for an experienced Barista FT & PT shifts available someone who definitely knows there way around a coffee machine & is happy to work solely pumping out coffees when it gets busy
Location Miramar start ASAP

Email your details to chocolatefrogcafe@xtra.co.nz or flick me a message 027 4070539

1417 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Ruma

Reporter Community News

"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. … View more"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. Otherwise, I'm the biggest cuddle bug! I have been socialised with some dogs at the centre, so I won't mind living with a friendly, playful dog. I would love a family that can take me out for walks everyday and keep me active."

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1418 days ago

WEGC Wellington East Girls College uniform - everything a new student needs

Jo from Island Bay

UPDATE *** Very pleased to announce all items have been SOLD in one lot to a student starting Year 9 ***
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Second-hand Wellington East Girls College uniform for sale - $250… View more
UPDATE *** Very pleased to announce all items have been SOLD in one lot to a student starting Year 9 ***
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Second-hand Wellington East Girls College uniform for sale - $250 for THE ENTIRE LOT - would cost over $1,000 to buy new!

We’re paying this incredible bargain forward to assist a student starting at WEGC. This uniform has been sitting unused since we bought it from a very kind family last year when our daughter was struggling to choose between WEGC & WHS. She has opted for High 🙂

In great condition (used for two years by one careful owner), this would suit a slim girl:
- Blazer size 12 (AS NEW pockets still sewn shut, only worn a few times)
- long sleeve jumper size S
- sleeveless jumper size S
- skirt size 10
- raincoat size 12 XLong
- scarf
- tie
- PE shirts: 2x size 12; 1x size 14
- PE shorts: 1x size 12; 1x size S
- long sleeve white shirts: 2x size 12
- short sleeve white shirts: 4x size 12 (one brand new still in packet)

Prefer to sell as a bundle - not individual items. Send me a pm if you’re interested 😊 We live in Island Bay. Welcome to try on

Price: $250

1418 days ago

Free Countdown “Super Insects” cards

Kathryn from Berhampore

Last call! I still have a stack of spare ones, if anyone’s keen?

Free

1419 days ago

What are you reading?

Reporter Community News

Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee … View more
Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee Child
4. Normal People, by Sally Rooney
5. Big Sky, by Kate Atkinson
6. Girl, Woman, Other, by Bernadine Evaristo
7. Trace Elements, by Donna Leon
8. Past Tense, by Lee Child
9. The long call by Ann Cleves
10. Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens

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1419 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

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This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when … View more
This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when he wasn't doing anything - the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Pied Stilt/poaka (Himantopus himantopus), Pauatahanui."

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1418 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ginger

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Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email … View more
Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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1419 days ago

WE ARE OPEN! 10-6.30 Mon-Friday, 10-4 Sat & Sun

Aaron Graham from Hataitai Family Barbers

It's great to be back after a much needed break. We are back to our usual hours 10-6.30 Weekdays and 10-4 Saturday and Sunday! Looking forward to seeing you all for a catch up and a fresh cut soon.

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