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867 days ago

Are you obsessed with your houseplants? Enter our Houseplant Hero competition!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what … View more
The hunt is officially on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants
. Which means you could be 2022 Houseplant Hero. There’s some great prizes to be won! To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) what potted plants you have, the time you put into caring for them, and what you love about them. Send us up to five photos of your indoor plant displays. Email mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Meanwhile, here's last year's winner Alyce Read, from Nelson.

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868 days ago

Booking for September projects

Alta Painters Interiors from Alta Painters

Plan ahead to get your house re-paint ready for the Spring/Summer season. We are now booking for September onwards. If this is something you have in mind, please get in touch for a free quote. Locally owned and operated.
altapaintersnz@gmail.com
Call us on 0211004950 / Instagram @altapainters

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868 days ago

Labour from a neighbour...

Mya Peter from Wadestown

Honest hard work...

871 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ana and Mia

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Karen Jones from Avalon, loves her two pets Ana and Mia.
"Although you can't tell they are sisters and they are now 13 years old and will be 14 this coming January. I brought them back from Australia with me when I came home to New Zealand. They are by my side every day. They love people,… View more
Karen Jones from Avalon, loves her two pets Ana and Mia.
"Although you can't tell they are sisters and they are now 13 years old and will be 14 this coming January. I brought them back from Australia with me when I came home to New Zealand. They are by my side every day. They love people, walks and treats. They were used to walking every day on the beach in Adelaide but here in Avalon the beach is too far away for us to walk to."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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868 days ago

Fabric and Yarn D'Stash Sale, Sunday 12th June

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Pop along to Karori Arts and Crafts on Sunday 12th June 10 - 2pm to check out the fabric and yarn treasures. They'll be some vintage and new goodies at bargain prices, as well as a cafe for a nice cuppa and cake.

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868 days ago

Karori Rotary is celebrating 40 years of service

Mark Wood from Rotary Club of Karori

The Rotary Club of Karori is one of 36,754 clubs with 1.2 million members in 220 countries and territories around the world.
Like all Rotarians, we share the ideal epitomised in the Rotary motto, “Service above Self”, and, like Rotarians everywhere, we translate our passions into relevant … View more
The Rotary Club of Karori is one of 36,754 clubs with 1.2 million members in 220 countries and territories around the world.
Like all Rotarians, we share the ideal epitomised in the Rotary motto, “Service above Self”, and, like Rotarians everywhere, we translate our passions into relevant social causes to change lives and make lasting improvements locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Our club was chartered in May 1982. This, our 40th anniversary year, is an opportunity to reflect on, and celebrate, the Club’s many activities and achievements over the years. Here is one such achievement:

1991: Government House Ball
One of the highpoints of the Club’s first 10 years, both a social and fundraising event, was the Club charity ball at Government House in August 1991. A most memorable occasion for those who attended, it raised nearly $5,500 for the Rotary Karori Marsden Community Trust fund.

Applications for membership are always welcome
If you’d like to learn more about Rotary and the personal satisfaction and growth that comes from serving others, please contact Andrea Skews, E andrea.skews@gmail.com, M 022 073 5548 or Phil Oliver, E phil@praxissoftware.co.nz, M 021 292 7001.

869 days ago

Mentorship for Children

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Mentorship helps children to remove limiting beliefs, build confidence and develop communication skills. At NumberWorks’nWords, our tutors act as mentors and support students to achieve their best results. Scroll through to see some of the benefits of having a mentor!

To learn more about … View more
Mentorship helps children to remove limiting beliefs, build confidence and develop communication skills. At NumberWorks’nWords, our tutors act as mentors and support students to achieve their best results. Scroll through to see some of the benefits of having a mentor!

To learn more about NumberWorks’nWords tuition, get in touch with your local centre and their friendly team of expert tutors.

870 days ago

For sale - PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB

Simon from Karori

PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB disk
2 controllers
4 games
controller charging dock
Sony Playstation Headset

Excellent condition
1 Limited Edition Gran Turismo Sport controller
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PlayStation 4 Pro 1TB disk
2 controllers
4 games
controller charging dock
Sony Playstation Headset

Excellent condition
1 Limited Edition Gran Turismo Sport controller
1 normal black controller
1TB of disk!
The Pro can handle full 4k, enjoy games even more
Supports installation of apps like Netflix, Spotify, etc., no need for any other entertainment unit anymore
4 games:
Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Wolfenstein II: The new Colossus
Fallout 4
Just Cause 4

With power cables for the PlayStation and the charging dock
With HDMI cable for the PlayStation to your TV

Price: $600

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871 days ago

Stolen Toyota Hilux FZN44

Craig from Karori

STOLEN:
Toyota Hilux, double cab ute, 2002, white, with canopy
Rego: FZN44

Removed from outside 327 Karori Road between the hours of 9.40PM Thursday 19 May 2022 and 11.30am Friday 20 May 2022. If you see this vehicle please call 105 and quote file number 220 520/2884. Thank you.

872 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ragnar

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME?
"Hello! I am a handsome devil named Ragnar. When I first came to SPCA, I was very very confused on what my role in life was, it took me a while to realise I wasn't being abandoned, through the help of the volunteers and staff. I previously spent a lot of time… View more
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME?
"Hello! I am a handsome devil named Ragnar. When I first came to SPCA, I was very very confused on what my role in life was, it took me a while to realise I wasn't being abandoned, through the help of the volunteers and staff. I previously spent a lot of time on a chain, so you can imagine it's been an adjustment for me. I still have a journey to complete, though have made great progress so far. I've enjoyed going for frequent walks, continuing basic training and of course giving all the cuddles and kisses I can! I am needing a home with some dog experience, to help coach me in life. I am also needing high, secure fencing of at least 1.8m. I will be a great companion for a lucky human, and won't hesitate to be your best pal in life. I am a big boy who may get overexcited around younger kids, but confident older kids in my new home would be fine. I have mixed with some dogs at the SPCA and have generally acted either very aloof or excited to see them, however I would get overwhelmed in an off lead area with other dogs such as dog parks. A social, patient existing dog could work well in my new home, or just human company is fine with me!"

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871 days ago

Courses at Karori Art and Crafts Centre

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Why not have a go at sculpting? Our children's course at Karori Arts and Crafts was so popular we've put on an adult version. It starts on Tuesday 31st May and runs for six weeks. The tutor, Sarah Dean, will show you how to work with polymer clay.

We have a range of new groups, … View more
Why not have a go at sculpting? Our children's course at Karori Arts and Crafts was so popular we've put on an adult version. It starts on Tuesday 31st May and runs for six weeks. The tutor, Sarah Dean, will show you how to work with polymer clay.

We have a range of new groups, courses and workshops for children and adults including indie yarn dyeing, boro and visible mending, beyond the basic knitting, embroidery on knitwear, shibori indigo dyeing, printing on fabrics, beginner weaving. Sign up now before places sell out.

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872 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"As a small city slicker, I don't see swamp harriers/kāhu (Circus approximans) that often (actually, I probably don't see them that often as we have falcons that live around here - the city raptor niche slot is full). We rumbled this one a … View more
Words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"As a small city slicker, I don't see swamp harriers/kāhu (Circus approximans) that often (actually, I probably don't see them that often as we have falcons that live around here - the city raptor niche slot is full). We rumbled this one a couple of weekends ago feeding on some roadkill (as they do) on the gravel road to Boggy Pond in the Wairarapa. He was reluctant to go too far from his dinner, so I clicked a few shots as we walked past. Bird #58 in 2022."

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871 days ago

Open tomorrow!

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Did you know that Northland has a Toy Library?

Visit us on Saturday mornings from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds to see the great range of toys we have available to hire.

There's outdoor toys (including bikes, sports equipment, and ride on … View more
Did you know that Northland has a Toy Library?

Visit us on Saturday mornings from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds to see the great range of toys we have available to hire.

There's outdoor toys (including bikes, sports equipment, and ride on toys) indoor activities, educational toys, costumes, baby toys, puzzles, role play, board games, musical instruments and more. Check out our range on our website northland.mibase.co.nz...

You can even reserve toys using the website.

An annual full membership starts from $75 and we offer a discount for community services cardholders. We also have Grandparent membership $50 for 10 trips.

See you on Saturday!

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871 days ago

Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting

Peter from Karori

Kia ora,

Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 24th May at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre. … View more
Kia ora,

Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 24th May at 1.30pm in Meeting Room One, Karori Community Centre. Access by 8 Beauchamp Street carpark, then a short walk to the Community Centre. It is also wheelchair friendly.

We will be meeting twice monthly, at 10.30am on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Huntleigh Home, and the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1.30pm at Karori Community Centre.

We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.
Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

871 days ago

Pink Shirt Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

In Aotearoa New Zealand, Pink Shirt Day works to create schools, workplaces, communities, and whānau where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. At NumberWorks'nWords, we do not tolerate bullying and strive to cultivate healthy learning environments, where students can be themselves and… View moreIn Aotearoa New Zealand, Pink Shirt Day works to create schools, workplaces, communities, and whānau where everyone feels safe, valued, and respected. At NumberWorks'nWords, we do not tolerate bullying and strive to cultivate healthy learning environments, where students can be themselves and thrive.

Support Pink Shirt Day and say NO to bullying!

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