Lyall Bay, Wellington

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1582 days ago

Humanely dealing with pests this winter.

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Have you ever had a pest problem? I used to have a pet rat. They are smart, affectionate, clever little things. I'd never want to cause one unnecessary pain or suffering, which is why we've chosen to manage pests in our home with traps. It's not ideal, but it's better - and … View moreHave you ever had a pest problem? I used to have a pet rat. They are smart, affectionate, clever little things. I'd never want to cause one unnecessary pain or suffering, which is why we've chosen to manage pests in our home with traps. It's not ideal, but it's better - and safer - than poison. I've done a little research on humane, effective vermin control during the wet months, when they like to come in from the cold. Take a look:

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1580 days ago

Living in the Moment - Weekly Drop-in Meditation Classes

Yangren Kelsang from Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington

Mondays 7 - 8.20pm at Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington, Island Bay. Running July 20, 27, August 3.

In these classes learn to develop a peaceful mind, make the most of every moment of our life, and begin to uncover its true meaning.

Suitable for everyone, these walk-in classes offer practical … View more
Mondays 7 - 8.20pm at Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington, Island Bay. Running July 20, 27, August 3.

In these classes learn to develop a peaceful mind, make the most of every moment of our life, and begin to uncover its true meaning.

Suitable for everyone, these walk-in classes offer practical methods to help everyone find inner peace, happiness and well-being through meditation and Buddhist wisdom. Each class is self-contained so you can drop-in any week. Beginners welcome.

About the teacher
Kelsang Shechog is a Buddhist Nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington. Shechog has dedicated her life to helping people solve their problems and find happiness through Buddha’s timeless instructions. She is much loved for her inner strength and clear, skilful teachings.

Class Fee: $13 (unwaged $10)

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1602 days ago

Show us your winter snaps!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Wellington! The days are getting colder and the Neighbourly Snaps campaign is turning up the heat in your region. Show the rest of your neighbours the wintery scenes around your pad or your region. What's your idea of a wintery scene? Post your photo in the comments below ⬇️⬇️

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1580 days ago

Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we list the veges to plant and harvest now plus it’s time to prune and plant roses, give wisteria a winter trim, sprout kūmara runners, chit seed potatoes and choose camellias to plant now.

Meet three generations of bulb grower in Northland and … View more
In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we list the veges to plant and harvest now plus it’s time to prune and plant roses, give wisteria a winter trim, sprout kūmara runners, chit seed potatoes and choose camellias to plant now.

Meet three generations of bulb grower in Northland and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for wild bird packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s July issue.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1580 days ago

Want to help shape the future of Neighbourly?

Neighbourly.co.nz

We are looking for members across the country to test out some exciting new features and share your thoughts. Interested? Click the link to fill out a quick survey and we will be in touch. Yes, I want to help

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1581 days ago

🎨 Painting tips for beginners - live lesson tonight

Silke from Heart for Art

Have you just started learning to paint with acrylics and you’re having paint issues? Join me live online tonight to learn how to mix the perfect paint consistency to get the results you want.

If you get blobs or ridges you don’t want, or weird dry edges or you just can’t get clean lines,… View more
Have you just started learning to paint with acrylics and you’re having paint issues? Join me live online tonight to learn how to mix the perfect paint consistency to get the results you want.

If you get blobs or ridges you don’t want, or weird dry edges or you just can’t get clean lines, this free live lesson is for you.

Join me live on Facebook tonight at 8pm to learn how to make your paint do what you want it to!

Watch here www.facebook.com...

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1581 days ago

Our New Center Manager - Greta Point AE

Center Manager from Greta Point - Active Explorers

Kia ora koutou Greta Point Whānau

It is with much excitement we can introduce our new Center Manager Nardia Whiteman. She joined our center last week and has been focusing on spending time with our beautiful tamariki, our Kaiako and meeting our Whanau – she is also managing to spend some time … View more
Kia ora koutou Greta Point Whānau

It is with much excitement we can introduce our new Center Manager Nardia Whiteman. She joined our center last week and has been focusing on spending time with our beautiful tamariki, our Kaiako and meeting our Whanau – she is also managing to spend some time in the office while getting to know the center!

Nardia was fortunate enough to have a handover with Leslyn – which means the transition has been smooth and already the tamariki are excited to see and chat to Nardia about their day!

Here is an introduction from Nardia:

I have been part of early childhood education over fifteen years and am passionate about providing quality education and believe that it essential that all children have an opportunity to play and learn in a supportive and caring environment.



My personal teaching philosophy includes:

• Collaboration with parents / caregivers to form a strong partnership in the children’s learning

• Create a positive environment that encourages children to take risks and know that their culture, values, and ideas are respected and celebrated by their peers and the teacher.

• Create planning that is fun and is authentic and based on children’s emerging interests so that it is meaningful and relevant.

• Give all children the opportunity to experience success by using a wide variety of teaching approaches, as I am aware all children learn in different ways.

• Allow children’s natural curiosity to guide and direct their learning.

You will see me either in the office or out in the rooms spending time alongside the kaiako and tamariki. I look forward to getting to know you all.

Arohanui

Nardia Whiteman



Nardias personal teaching philosophy sits perfectly with our center philosophy and we are very excited to have her working with us at the center.



Take care Whanau

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1584 days ago

Things that surprise Kiwis returning to NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. … View more
Hi everyone,
I'm working on a travel story for Stuff about the things that have surprised returning Kiwis about New Zealand. If you have recently returned from overseas or know someone who has, it would be great to hear about the things that have stood out for you, for better or for worse. Whether it's to do with the weather, the cost of things, the public transport, the food, the housing, the people or something else entirely, we'd be keen to hear about it. Please remember that your comment may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want it to be. Thank you.

1581 days ago

This week’s Kind Neighbour is Ann, nominated by Georgina Hamilton from Takanini.

Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you got a Kind Neighbour in your hood? We've teamed up with our mates at AMI to shout-out the good people up and down the country that have been nominated by others in their community. Get your shout outs in to our AMI Kind Neighbour Page and you and your nominee could win a $50 Prezzy® … View moreHave you got a Kind Neighbour in your hood? We've teamed up with our mates at AMI to shout-out the good people up and down the country that have been nominated by others in their community. Get your shout outs in to our AMI Kind Neighbour Page and you and your nominee could win a $50 Prezzy® Card AND a shout out in your local paper! Check out last weeks below ⬇️⬇️

"My neighbour Ann, a retired special ed teacher, goes the extra mile for her community. On her neighbourhood walks she notices blocked drains, or dangerous pavements on school routes and spends time phoning the Council to get them fixed. She is part of a local group that petitioned for new school crossings on Takanini School Road. She volunteers at the local school for free maths tuition. She sets a really great example of looking out for her community and makes the world a better place."

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1581 days ago

Newtown green grocer

Happy from Kilbirnie

⚡️⚡️SPECIALS⚡️⚡️

✅Avocado $1.99/each
✅Apple Red Braeburn $1.50/kg
✅Lemon Meyer $1.99/kg
✅Potato Agria 99¢/kg
✅Cauliflower $2.99/each
✅Brown onion 99¢/kg… View more
⚡️⚡️SPECIALS⚡️⚡️

✅Avocado $1.99/each
✅Apple Red Braeburn $1.50/kg
✅Lemon Meyer $1.99/kg
✅Potato Agria 99¢/kg
✅Cauliflower $2.99/each
✅Brown onion 99¢/kg
✅Spinach 2 for $5
✅NZ Navel Oranges $2.99/kg

Many more specials in-store!
100 Riddiford st Newtown


Specials are on now and ending on Sunday
(19/07/20)

1582 days ago

Art for our soul's sake...

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

How much of your wall space is taken up by art? I barely have any wall space left, myself. Seems like I'm in good company though. We've been covering our walls in art for... oh, only about 44,000 years. More recently, art has become an expression of our personalities, and taste. Take a … View moreHow much of your wall space is taken up by art? I barely have any wall space left, myself. Seems like I'm in good company though. We've been covering our walls in art for... oh, only about 44,000 years. More recently, art has become an expression of our personalities, and taste. Take a look at 6 times art made the room more than just a space to live in...

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1582 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener?

Reporter NZ Gardener & Get Growing

NZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! We're looking for green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the… View more
NZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! We're looking for green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today!

Click here and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1583 days ago

Bedside tables, kitchen things etc

Kath from Island Bay

Moving in a few weeks and am in need of a few things. 🙂

Bedside tables
Toaster/kettle
Microwave
Kitchen utensils
Plates/bowls/cups/mugs
Pots/pans… View more
Moving in a few weeks and am in need of a few things. 🙂

Bedside tables
Toaster/kettle
Microwave
Kitchen utensils
Plates/bowls/cups/mugs
Pots/pans

if you have any of these for sale or no longer want or need please let me know.
Thank you kindly. 😁

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