1145 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery: Wellington Anniversary Weekend Tours

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

Wellington Anniversary Weekend Tours

The Wellington Provincial Centennial Building at Petone is the result of a 1930's building programme to mark the 100th centenary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi.

The building was originally designed with a 'Hall of Memories' and mens and womens bathing changing rooms.
In 1977 it was converted to the Petone Settlers' Museum. The building underwent a major refurbishment in 2016.

So why not make a weekend of it? Visit the Musuem and then come on one of our tours to hear about some more about the early Wellingtonians on Monday 23rd January:

- City Builders 10:30am
- Catholics Tales 11:00am

Tickets are $10 per person, children under 12 are free.
Details and how to book your ticket on our website:
friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz...

Image credit:
Pascoe, John Dobree, 1908-1972. Wellington Provincial Centennial Memorial, Petone, Lower Hutt. Making New Zealand :Negatives and prints from the Making New Zealand Centennial collection. Ref: MNZ-1951-1/2-F. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand. /records/22823496

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4 minutes ago

Community Garage Sale Sat 14 March in Karori

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Our Community Garage Sale at St Ninian’s (208 Karori Road) is on Saturday 14 March, 9am–1pm!
You’ll find:
🪑 Household goods
📚 Books, CDs & DVDs
🧩 Toys, puzzles & games
🍪 Delicious baking, hot food & drinks
🛍️ Stalls from local entrepreneurs
It’s a perfect way to shop, snack, and support your community.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready for some treasure hunting fun!

Please note that the sale is CASH ONLY, and remember to BYO bag to take your treasures home with you.

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3 days ago

🎉 Riddle me this, legends! 🎉

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

He/She who makes it, sells it.
He/She who buys it, doesn't use it.
The user doesn't know they are using it.
What is it?

(Shezz from Ngāruawāhia kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Shezz!)

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

Want to stop seeing these in your newsfeed?
Head here and hover on the Following button on the top right of the page (and it will show Unfollow) and then click it. If it is giving you the option to Follow, then you've successfully unfollowed the Riddles page.

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8 days ago

Scam Alert: Bank cold calls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.

🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.

Remember, banks will:​​
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes​​
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device​​
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.

If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.

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