Makara, Wellington

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641 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or … View more
Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help. Applications close at midnight on Monday March the 20th 2023.

See our eligibility requirements.
Find out more

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641 days ago

Age Concern Wellington Region CEO interviewed on Hutt City FM

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

In February, Age Concern Wellington Region CEO, Stephen Opie, was interviewed on Hutt City FM. You can listen to the full interview here:

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642 days ago

Cyclone Gabrielle Relief Fund

Tania from Brooklyn

We have started a giveallitle page for Cyclone Gabrielle. We are already up to $1,200.00 and this will go directly to the people. Please donate and click on the link givealittle.co.nz.... You will be making a difference.

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642 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery - Upcoming Tours

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

Upcoming Tours

Our website has now been updated with our Tour Schedule through until May! So please peruse and see what may take your fancy 😊

friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

[Photo: "The Dolls House at the Free Kindergarten, Taranaki Street, Wellington" 1920-29, Charles Mann.… View more
Upcoming Tours

Our website has now been updated with our Tour Schedule through until May! So please peruse and see what may take your fancy 😊

friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

[Photo: "The Dolls House at the Free Kindergarten, Taranaki Street, Wellington" 1920-29, Charles Mann. Courtesy of Auckland Libraries Heritage Images Collection]

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643 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
Click Here

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643 days ago

Calling all Knitters!!!

Alyse from Brooklyn

In the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers … View moreIn the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers for older children ( they have enough booties) even wool donations would be appreciated! I'm happy to send them up if you'd drop to me. Or you can send to address inserted at the bottom of second photo. Thanks 😊 🙏

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643 days ago

Can you help supply tools & equipment for Hbay cyclone clean up in next 24-48 hrs.

Dean from Karori

Calling on Karori people to donate or lend tools to help assist the clean up in Hawkes Bay.
I am looking to borrow a trailer for 1 week, if anybody could lend this would be fantastic.
I am heading to Eskdale to help friends with the clean up.
Departing in next 24-48 Tues/wed 21st/22nd.

If you … View more
Calling on Karori people to donate or lend tools to help assist the clean up in Hawkes Bay.
I am looking to borrow a trailer for 1 week, if anybody could lend this would be fantastic.
I am heading to Eskdale to help friends with the clean up.
Departing in next 24-48 Tues/wed 21st/22nd.

If you can lend or donate any of the following please let me know, many thanks!!
- shovels/spades
- gumboots
- work boots
- wheel barrow
- brooms
- chainsaw, with chain sharpener tool. & petrol cans
- any electric tools to help cut timber.
- extension chords

Deliver any of the above to 39 Hathaway avenue, or I can collect if unable to deliver.

Cheers
Dean
0272324410

643 days ago

Have you got the shed of your dreams?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Jane Horne and partner Simon Bartholomew's Mondrian-inspired cube took the title of Resene Shed of the Year. Now, we're on the hunt for this years winner! Send us photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds to win amazing prizes worth more than $2000. The Resene Shed of the Year 2023 winners will be announced in the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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644 days ago

Colourful quilted king single duvet cover

Julie from Karori

This colourful quilted king single duvet cover ( or bed spread) with two pillowcases would look great in a children’s room.
It is in great condition . Any offers? Just PM me if interested.

Negotiable

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644 days ago

Complete bed package for single bed ( new or as new)

Julie from Karori

Bed package was purchased for overseas visitor and used for 10 days. Some items are unused.
Consists of:
1 king single duvet
1 pillow with cover
1 king single duvet cover and 1 pillow case ( unopened ) light green
1 king single duvet cover and 2 pillow cases
1 cotton single fitted sheet and top … View more
Bed package was purchased for overseas visitor and used for 10 days. Some items are unused.
Consists of:
1 king single duvet
1 pillow with cover
1 king single duvet cover and 1 pillow case ( unopened ) light green
1 king single duvet cover and 2 pillow cases
1 cotton single fitted sheet and top sheet ( beige)
1 single fitted electric blanket ( 90x190cm) ( in unopened box)
I prefer not to sell these items separately.

Price: $60

646 days ago

Can you help support Cyclone Gabrielle affected communities?

Stuff

Cyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. … View moreCyclone Gabrielle has had a devastating impact on hundreds of thousands of Kiwis. As the long clean up begins and support becomes more and more needed, Stuff is calling for readers to support the Red Cross and Mayoral Relief Funds in areas where a local state of emergency has been declared. We'd love your support. You can donate here. Donate now

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646 days ago

Toy Library

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 18 Feb) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

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!

646 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for taro?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are still on the hunt for amazing and inventive taro recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by Feb 26, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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646 days ago

Stained chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

It’s easy to transform a plain wicker chair into something special with Resene Colorwood natural wood stain.

Find out how to transform your furniture with our easy advice.

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647 days ago

Seeking Rummikub XXL

Lean from Karori

Hello, do you have good condition 'secondhand' Rummikub XXL (photo attached) lying around somewhere collecting dust? I am seeking one for a convalescent. Please PM me, thank you

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