Makara, Wellington

516 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and pic from Rosa Marie.

"A magical afternoon spent at Silverstream today! A good variety of birds to be seen too! As we got out of the car in the driving range, a kotāre was sitting on the power line to welcome us!
It was funny that Clive and I were just talking about me having … View more
Words and pic from Rosa Marie.

"A magical afternoon spent at Silverstream today! A good variety of birds to be seen too! As we got out of the car in the driving range, a kotāre was sitting on the power line to welcome us!
It was funny that Clive and I were just talking about me having seen a magpie taking a bath in the water when I last visited, then a few minutes later after watching 3 kereru and 2 magpies who had been fighting each other earlier on, all sitting in the same tree together, suddenly one of the magpie decided to hop into the water and take a bath much to our delight! There was also a chaffinch taking a bath further up the stream."

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513 days ago

Last chance to buy tickets!

Heart Foundation

Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View more
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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514 days ago

One week left to vote in Love Your Local Awards

The Team from Love Your Local

You nominated your most-loved locals - now it’s time to vote! We’ve managed to whittle down over a thousand nominations into regional finalists, so we need to know who deserves to win. Regional winners will go into the running for national titles, as judged by a panel led by Peter Gordon, so … View moreYou nominated your most-loved locals - now it’s time to vote! We’ve managed to whittle down over a thousand nominations into regional finalists, so we need to know who deserves to win. Regional winners will go into the running for national titles, as judged by a panel led by Peter Gordon, so make sure to get your votes in.

Head to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to cast your votes, and go into the draw to win a Restaurant Association voucher.
Vote now

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515 days ago

Miramar Makers Market - Sunday, 18 June 2023

Sharon from Karori

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

Then why not head over to the Peninsula and check out the Miramar Makers Market, at the Miramar & Maupuia Communtiy Centre this Sunday, from 10am - 3pm.

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516 days ago

Open Saturday

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 17 June) from 9:30am- 11:45am 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 … View more
Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 17 June) from 9:30am- 11:45am 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!

516 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 … 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.

516 days ago

Have you got a great family recipe for cauliflower?

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 cauliflower recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by June 25, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the August issue of NZ Gardener.

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516 days ago

Crafty makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Reinvent an old picnic basket into a snazzy new sewing case with fresh Resene colours.

Find out how to revamp your own with our handy advice.

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516 days ago

Ropata Health - Witako Skin Clinic

Ropata Health

Have you put off having a skin check?
Been meaning to get that mole checked?
Always wanted to get that annoying lump removed?

The team at Witako Skin Clinic know what it’s like to be worried about something on your skin but facing long waiting times to see your GP and even longer to see a … View more
Have you put off having a skin check?
Been meaning to get that mole checked?
Always wanted to get that annoying lump removed?

The team at Witako Skin Clinic know what it’s like to be worried about something on your skin but facing long waiting times to see your GP and even longer to see a skin specialist or surgeon.

What’s Different about us?
We are a primary care lead service ready and waiting to see you for skin checks and surgical/non -surgical treatments. We have low waiting times and no GP referral needed – just book yourself in.

What happens if you need treatment/Surgery? Don’t worry - we’ve got you covered. We have a purpose-built operating suite for minor surgery on site. If you need an onward referral – we can do that for you too.

- Spot/specific lesion checks
- Full body skin checks
- Minor surgery for benign cysts/lipomas
- Surgical/non -surgical skin cancer management

What are you waiting for?
Come and see us today!
ph: 04 920 0870
135 Wiatko Street, Epuni, Lower Hutt
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520 days ago

What are your winter-warming hacks?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.

What do you do to prepare for winter? … View more
June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.

What do you do to prepare for winter? Share your tips for staying warm and dry, and for making the most of the chillier season.

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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518 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - Evening Tour

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

We will be running our popular Evening Tour in Friday 23rd June at 8pm. For more details and how to book, please visit our website:

friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

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518 days ago

Ticket

Heinz from Kelburn

I have a free ticket for the 6pm Banff film festival tonight. Any takers?

Free

518 days ago

Adult Social Sports

Jaimee Lampard from Karori Recreation Centre

Come along to Karori Recreation Centre on Friday afternoons between 1pm and 2:30pm for our Adult Social Sports programme.

Join us for social games of table tennis, badminton, bowls and pickleball - plus enjoy a biscuit and a cuppa while you’re here.

Feel free to bring a family member, … View more
Come along to Karori Recreation Centre on Friday afternoons between 1pm and 2:30pm for our Adult Social Sports programme.

Join us for social games of table tennis, badminton, bowls and pickleball - plus enjoy a biscuit and a cuppa while you’re here.

Feel free to bring a family member, friend, or come along solo and meet some new people.

Adult Social Sports is just $5 with all equipment and refreshments provided.

We look forward to seeing you here soon!

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518 days ago

Brooklyn Market this Saturday afternoon

Euan from Brooklyn

The next quarterly Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 17 June from 12 to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street. Catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. Everything from homemade pickles, preserves and chutneys, to fresh … View moreThe next quarterly Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 17 June from 12 to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street. Catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. Everything from homemade pickles, preserves and chutneys, to fresh produce, crafts, Greek desserts, Eastern European baking, tote bags, hats, jewellery, resin goods, crystals, books, sustainable products, and lots more. Plus local knife sharpener, Andrew Bennett, will be on the deck sharpening knifes, scissors, and gardening tools. Delicious food available from the kitchen and the Brooklyn Scouts BBQ outside. Everybody welcome.

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518 days ago

Stop the cuts at university - please sign this petition

Jean from Karori

We ask the Government to urgently provide universities the funds to stop impending job cuts.
A moratorium on job cuts will allow time for a sector wide discussion of the chronic underfunding of the sector and formation of alternative solutions.

Tertiary institutions are facing significant … View more
We ask the Government to urgently provide universities the funds to stop impending job cuts.
A moratorium on job cuts will allow time for a sector wide discussion of the chronic underfunding of the sector and formation of alternative solutions.

Tertiary institutions are facing significant staffing and subject cuts.
It would take years to rebuild the capacity lost by such cuts and NZ society would be diminished. Faced with a similar situation in 2005, the then-Government gave an extra $61 million over three years. Budget 2023 increases are nowhere near enough given present inflation. We believe there are better options than cutting staff and courses, and want to see tertiary institutions given time to make good decisions.

Stand up for our tertiary institutions! Sign the petition to demand action against the devastating staffing and subject cuts.

www.together.org.nz...

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