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985 days ago

Essay Writing

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

We brainstorm ideas, develop a structured plan, write a draft then edit and create a good copy. Children who struggle with writing love our structured approach and are immensely proud of their final products.

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985 days ago

Marsden welcomes new Principal onboard

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

We are super excited our new Principal Paula Wells is onsite and busy getting ready for the year ahead. She was joined by new staff for induction today. We are all looking forward to the welcoming our students back to Marsden next week.

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987 days ago

Are you prepared for Omicron?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

With experts predicting that numbers are about to rise rapidly we all need to be prepared.

A basic medical kit should include the following:
Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, a thermometer and re-hydration medicines like Hydralyte. Sore throat treatments such salt gargles, honey, or perhaps a local … View more
With experts predicting that numbers are about to rise rapidly we all need to be prepared.

A basic medical kit should include the following:
Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, a thermometer and re-hydration medicines like Hydralyte. Sore throat treatments such salt gargles, honey, or perhaps a local anesthetic lozenge or spray could also be useful.

Also think about having a plan as to how you get basics like bread and milk if you are isolating. Have you talked to neighbours about how you can help each other?

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986 days ago

Police looking for witnesses

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Police are seeking witnesses to an alleged assault in central Wellington on Sunday morning. The incident happened at about 4.30am on 23 January outside a 24-hour-retail store on the corner of Cuba Street and Ghuznee Street. The victim, who was initially transported to Wellington Hospital for … View morePolice are seeking witnesses to an alleged assault in central Wellington on Sunday morning. The incident happened at about 4.30am on 23 January outside a 24-hour-retail store on the corner of Cuba Street and Ghuznee Street. The victim, who was initially transported to Wellington Hospital for treatment, is now recovering at home. A man was arrested at the time. He is due to appear in the Wellington District Court on Thursday 27 January charged with injuring with intent to injure. Anyone who saw the incident is asked to contact Police on 105 and quote file number 220123/3576

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987 days ago

What you need to know about masks

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Are you wearing a mask when you leave home?
With so many on the market, it can be confusing as to what is the best bet. Click on Read More to find out more about masks.
Here are some tips on how to get the best use of a mask.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a mask that… View more
Are you wearing a mask when you leave home?
With so many on the market, it can be confusing as to what is the best bet. Click on Read More to find out more about masks.
Here are some tips on how to get the best use of a mask.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a mask that fits well won’t have any gaps and will prevent air from flowing from the area near your eyes or from the sides of the mask.
“If the mask has a good fit, you will feel warm air come through the front of the mask and may be able to see the mask material move in and out with each breath.”
People with beards can use a mask fitter or brace to help the mask fit tightly over their face.
When wearing a disposable mask, the coloured side – usually blue – goes on the outside, and the edge with a piece of wire, or something similar, in it goes over your nose. The coloured side is water-resistant, while the white side is more absorbent and will suck up droplets and aerosols produced by the wearer.

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986 days ago

Covid-19: A guide to looking after yourself

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

How prepared are you for Omicron? it’s a good idea to prepare your home for the possibility that someone you live with may contract the new Covid-19 variant, Omicron.
If you do test positive, you will have to isolate for at least 14 days in your home, or other suitable accommodation.
Household … View more
How prepared are you for Omicron? it’s a good idea to prepare your home for the possibility that someone you live with may contract the new Covid-19 variant, Omicron.
If you do test positive, you will have to isolate for at least 14 days in your home, or other suitable accommodation.
Household members of anyone who is infected will need to remain in isolation for at least 10 days after the positive case has been released from isolation.
Omicron can be in your system for a while before symptoms appear, and it’s unclear how infectious you might be during that time, so having a plan in place before you need it can help make your home as safe and comfortable as possible for everyone living in it.
Click on READ MORE for more information.

990 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Miley Belle and Molly.

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Robert Mackenzie from Upper Hutt is the proud owner of Miley Belle and Molly.
"Here are two of our retired cats, Miley Belle on the lefty and Molly on the right.
Their motto is Monday to Friday we do nothing and Saturday and Sunday we rest."
Remember if you want your pet featured on … View more
Robert Mackenzie from Upper Hutt is the proud owner of Miley Belle and Molly.
"Here are two of our retired cats, Miley Belle on the lefty and Molly on the right.
Their motto is Monday to Friday we do nothing and Saturday and Sunday we rest."
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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988 days ago

2022 can be Confident Eating year!

Judith from Ngaio

- Lunchboxes coming home empty (or at least not full)

- Packing food that nourishes

- Having relaxed family meals

- Happily tasting and adding new foods

These are all attainable goals for most families and most children.
Even if your child is an extremely selective eater, older or … View more
- Lunchboxes coming home empty (or at least not full)

- Packing food that nourishes

- Having relaxed family meals

- Happily tasting and adding new foods

These are all attainable goals for most families and most children.
Even if your child is an extremely selective eater, older or has additional challenges, there are many things we can implement that will enable you to see progress.

Jumping in now before the madness of return to school or kindy is a great idea.

Let’s have a no-cost initial chat and evaluate what your child’s specific eating challenges are and figure out which of our family-friendly, budget-kind programs is a fit.

theconfidenteater.com...

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991 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Simon Woolf visited the South Island over Christmas and he took this beautiful picture of a kotuku.

"Back in the 1970's I got to know National Forest Service Photographer John Johns. John was a phenomenal photographer, who was both technically and creatively brilliant. John was a true … View more
Simon Woolf visited the South Island over Christmas and he took this beautiful picture of a kotuku.

"Back in the 1970's I got to know National Forest Service Photographer John Johns. John was a phenomenal photographer, who was both technically and creatively brilliant. John was a true gentleman. He shared his knowledge freely too.
One of his many amazing photos was a Kotuku in flight, however his photo was very different to other Kotuku photos I had seen. It was the white bird against a white sky, and in Black and White. It was a beautiful piece of art and showed The Kotuku, our White Herons features so precisely.
John Johns along with Geoff Moon would be our greatest ever wildlife bird photographers. They largely worked with film, creating images in a darkroom, and shooting with manual lenses, They respected their environment immensely.
This Kotuku photo, taken yesterday, is a tribute to John, and what he taught me all those years ago. I was very fortunate to have John and Geoff, who both passed away some years ago now, as friends and mentors".

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989 days ago

CD set of Complete Haydn Symphonies (mp3s)

Eric from Northland

Top reviewed performances of all the Symphonies, plus a few extras.
Performed by Adam Fischer and the Austro Hungarian Orchestra and recorded at Estherhazy, where many of the symphonies were written and first performed. This set comprises high quality mp3 versions of the recordings (therefore on … View more
Top reviewed performances of all the Symphonies, plus a few extras.
Performed by Adam Fischer and the Austro Hungarian Orchestra and recorded at Estherhazy, where many of the symphonies were written and first performed. This set comprises high quality mp3 versions of the recordings (therefore on fewer discs). The discs are playable on CD players that have the mp3 option. They can also be transferred to a computer drive for playing on a computer-based HiFi or phone system such as iTunes.

Price: $45

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990 days ago

Punching Bag *free*

Nina from Crofton Downs

Punching bag with water-filled base (and suction to secure to floor).

Can be used for boxing or kick-boxing, includes gloves too.

About 175cm high. Pick up only from Crofton Downs

Free

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990 days ago

Book Case *free*

Nina from Crofton Downs

Free bookcase - originally bought from The Warehouse several years ago, still in good condition.

5 compartments as shown, can also be used turned on its side.

Rough measurements: 90x62x30

Pick up only from Crofton Downs

Free

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990 days ago

Coffee Table *free* - great for a do up project!

Nina from Crofton Downs

Wooden coffee table - was going to be our own do-up project but got abandoned (hence the weird colour combo) and has been taking up space since.

Sturdy table, has 2 small drawers. Rough measurements: 120x45x68

Pick up only in Crofton Downs

Free

990 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a near-new luxury home in Te Horo, on offer through Derek Kelly at Kelly & Co. Check this out, plus many more gorgeous properties in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are … View more
Our House of the Week this week is a near-new luxury home in Te Horo, on offer through Derek Kelly at Kelly & Co. Check this out, plus many more gorgeous properties in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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990 days ago

Exclusive Neighbourly offering!

Climate Insights

Hi Neighbours,

Download your Property Climate Risk Report today and receive a 20% discount! Simply insert this code SUMMER22 at checkout and find out how climate resilient your property is today.

The peak property buying and selling season is here and after the record-breaking warmth of … View more
Hi Neighbours,

Download your Property Climate Risk Report today and receive a 20% discount! Simply insert this code SUMMER22 at checkout and find out how climate resilient your property is today.

The peak property buying and selling season is here and after the record-breaking warmth of 2021, it is time to consider how our climate could impact your home.

Let's plan together to keep your home cooler, drier and more liveable.
Find out more

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