Makara, Wellington

Our Winter Garage Sale is on right now!

Our Winter Garage Sale is on right now!

Check out the treasures that your neighbours have listed for sale. Click here

363 days ago

Please welcome the Heart Foundation!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are incredibly proud to welcome our new Neighbourly partner – the New Zealand Heart Foundation!

Not only will they be helping us to stay ‘heart healthy in our neighbourhoods,’ the Heart Foundation will also be sharing:

- News & updates from the incredible Heart Foundation Lottery… View more
We are incredibly proud to welcome our new Neighbourly partner – the New Zealand Heart Foundation!

Not only will they be helping us to stay ‘heart healthy in our neighbourhoods,’ the Heart Foundation will also be sharing:

- News & updates from the incredible Heart Foundation Lottery – including how to win a brand-new home (check out our latest Lottery here)
- Heart-warming stories including how the Heart Foundation supports those in the community living with heart disease
- Handy heart health and wellbeing resources and tips
- How you can show your big heart through local volunteering opportunities
- How to eat healthy to your heart’s content with some great recipes

Please join us in giving the Heart Foundation a warm, hearty welcome!
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363 days ago

Make Hope the Headline

The Giving Store

We don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.

When you donate one of… View more
We don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.

When you donate one of our Winter Essential Packs, 100% of your donation will go to families in need this winter. Let's not let the cost of living get in the way of giving. Together, we can make hope the headline
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365 days ago

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting, July - NOW CANCELLED

Peter from Karori

THE FOLLOWING MEETING IS NOW CANCELLED

Should you want more information about strokes, please email wgtnwsss@yahoo.com

Kia ora,
Did you know in New Zealand about 9,000 people each year have a stroke. Some 2,000 die from a stroke; about another 2,000 are left severely incapacitated, about … View more
THE FOLLOWING MEETING IS NOW CANCELLED

Should you want more information about strokes, please email wgtnwsss@yahoo.com

Kia ora,
Did you know in New Zealand about 9,000 people each year have a stroke. Some 2,000 die from a stroke; about another 2,000 are left severely incapacitated, about another 2,000 have considerable disability and the rest have some disability or nearly recover. Nobody recovers completely.
It is estimated that some 50% of strokes can be avoided with life style changes.
Interested to find out what you can do to have a good chance to avoid a stroke??

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 11th July at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.

To find us go in and past Reception and turn right.

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

Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

365 days ago

Feature wall dos and don’ts

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Switch up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.

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369 days ago

Which NZ town does winter best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you… View more
We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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366 days ago

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meeting - avoiding a stroke

Peter from Karori

Kia ora,

Did you know in New Zealand about 9,000 people each year have a stroke. Some 2,000 die from a stroke; about another 2,000 are left severely incapacitated, about another 2,000 have considerable disability and the rest have some disability or nearly recover. Nobody recovers completely.

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Kia ora,

Did you know in New Zealand about 9,000 people each year have a stroke. Some 2,000 die from a stroke; about another 2,000 are left severely incapacitated, about another 2,000 have considerable disability and the rest have some disability or nearly recover. Nobody recovers completely.

It is estimated that some 50% of strokes can be avoided with life style changes. Interested to find out what you can do to have a good chance to avoid a stroke??

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 11th July at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road.

To find us go in and past Reception and turn right.

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

Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

367 days ago

Compost Bins for Sale

Fiona from Backyard Boxes

Three layer Compost-a-box for sale - made of H4 treated pine sealed with two coats of Resene Lumbersider in the colour Karaka.

Very easy to assemble and disassemble - they come in three layers which stack on top of each other leaving a 1.5cm gap for airflow.


Two options available - one with… View more
Three layer Compost-a-box for sale - made of H4 treated pine sealed with two coats of Resene Lumbersider in the colour Karaka.

Very easy to assemble and disassemble - they come in three layers which stack on top of each other leaving a 1.5cm gap for airflow.


Two options available - one with a hinged lid (brass hinges which won't rust) and one with a pull up lid. Extra layers are available to purchase.

The standard compost bin is three layers.
Standard size is 860mm x 660mm x 520mm.

Pull up lid Compost-a-box - $350.00
Hinged lid Compost-a-box - $375.00
Extra layer - $90.00

Pick up from us in Ngaio or we can deliver within the Wellington region. Minimum delivery fee is $50.

Payment is by internet banking or cash on pick up.

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367 days ago

Wooden pallets

Melissa from Ngaio

Hi, we have a large stack of wooden pallets my husband collected for an abandoned DIY project. They are free to a good home to anyone who wants them!

Free

368 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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369 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
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372 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I … View more
Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I still think it's a cracker. Three black shags/māpunga (Phalacrocorax carbo) fighting over an eel."

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370 days ago

Matariki Night Glow - A Stellar Community Event!

Sharon from Karori

Celebrate with us at 'Matariki Night Glow': A Stellar Community Event!

Get ready for an enchanting evening under the celestial canopy as we come together to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year.

Foxtail Events is proud to present Matariki Night Glow, a community event that … View more
Celebrate with us at 'Matariki Night Glow': A Stellar Community Event!

Get ready for an enchanting evening under the celestial canopy as we come together to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year.

Foxtail Events is proud to present Matariki Night Glow, a community event that promises an extraordinary fusion of cultural experiences, delicious cuisine, engaging activities, and stargazing wonders.

Matariki Night Glow is not only a celebration of community, but also a platform for local schools, performers, artists, musicians, crafters and foodies to showcase their talents and wares, and embrace the cultural heritage of Aotearoa.

The overall experience will create lasting memories for everyone involved.

Join us on Saturday, 22 July 2023 in the Karori Town Centre, Wellington from 2:30pm to 7:00pm, for an unforgettable afternoon / evening filled with joy, wonder, and a sense of togetherness.

This FREE event is open to people of all ages and backgrounds, and we encourage the entire community to come and celebrate Matariki with us.

To apply for a craft or food stall, please complete the application form here – forms.gle...

All information can be found on the application form.

Please note, the following:
• All craft stalls and food trucks / stalls are located outside.
• You will need to provide a gazebo, table(s) and chair(s) for this event.
• All gazebos must have weights. This is not optional.
• You may share a gazebo with another person, however only X2 stalls per gazebo max.
• We will provide all the lighting for the event, but please feel free to bring extra like fairy lights etc.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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370 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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371 days ago

Open Sat and AGM Sat 1 July

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 1 July) from 9:30am- 11:30am followed by the AGM at 11:30am. Both will be held in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor … View more
Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 1 July) from 9:30am- 11:30am followed by the AGM at 11:30am. Both will be held in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor equipment (bikes, scooters, toy cars) and so much more.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀

See you Saturday!

372 days ago

Warm welcomes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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