Mount Victoria, Wellington

657 days ago

Beginner paining courses in Acrylics and Watercolour

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Two beginner courses in painting starting over the next couple of weeks so you can try your hand at either watercolour or acrylics.
The beginner watercolour and mixed media class starts this Thursday night.

www.kacc.org.nz...

Next Monday evening the introduction class to Acrylics kicks off … View more
Two beginner courses in painting starting over the next couple of weeks so you can try your hand at either watercolour or acrylics.
The beginner watercolour and mixed media class starts this Thursday night.

www.kacc.org.nz...

Next Monday evening the introduction class to Acrylics kicks off for the first time!

www.kacc.org.nz...

657 days ago

New drawing courses at KACC

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Fancy learning to draw? We have a couple of new courses for beginners starting this week at Karori Arts and Crafts. Sign up now.

www.kacc.org.nz...

www.kacc.org.nz...

657 days ago

In Bed with Schoenberg at Circa Theatre (25 Feb – 17 Mar)

Circa Theatre

Eccentric Austrian composer meets live string quartet. Playwright Dave Armstrong, Director Conrad Newport and Producer Caroline Armstrong, the team that brought you Rita and Douglas, Central and The Surprise Party, are delighted to present the world premiere of In Bed with Schoenberg.

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Eccentric Austrian composer meets live string quartet. Playwright Dave Armstrong, Director Conrad Newport and Producer Caroline Armstrong, the team that brought you Rita and Douglas, Central and The Surprise Party, are delighted to present the world premiere of In Bed with Schoenberg.

This fabulous combination of theatre and live classical music opens at Circa on 25 February and runs until 17 March. With musical direction from Donald Armstrong (Associate concertmaster NZSO) and a stellar performance from Andrew Laing (Wonderful, Gifted) as Schoenberg, In Bed with Schoenberg is a delicious Viennese pastry filled with comedy, drama and exquisite live classical music by Bach, Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Mahler, Lehar, Schoenberg and more.

Book at circa.co.nz or call 04 801 7992.
Book now

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658 days ago

Renga renga

Trish from Hataitai

I have been dividing the renga rengas. Free if you want them and there will be lots more. Pick up at 42 waitoa rd at the letterbox. Message me if you would like any next time I divide a plant

Free

658 days ago

Look to the skies in Wairarapa

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

Check out today's Dompost for detail of......so much coming up in Wairarapa. ☀ 🎵🐑 It's great time to visit as summer events roll up including Wings Over Wairarapa 🛩✈
Read more here: wairarapanz.com...

659 days ago

Making a plan could save your life…

The Hello Project

All too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan … View moreAll too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan and talk through what warning signs to look out for should something be wrong. It could just save your life.

For more information, and tips to help you make a plan go to thehelloproject.nz
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660 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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661 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
661 days ago

Want to try our All Star membership?

Habit Health from Habit Health - Majestic

Pay just $300 for three months, and take on our All Star membership. You’ll get all the bells and whistles of our premium membership, which usually costs upwards of $500.

You’ll get access to: all clubs, all gym facilities, towel service, group fitness classes, functional group training and … View more
Pay just $300 for three months, and take on our All Star membership. You’ll get all the bells and whistles of our premium membership, which usually costs upwards of $500.

You’ll get access to: all clubs, all gym facilities, towel service, group fitness classes, functional group training and a quarterly assessment with a personal trainer.

If you’ve always wanted to try this membership, now is the time.

Click here to find out more: bit.ly...

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662 days ago

What exactly is 'Wheels at Wairarapa' ?

Denise Landow from Destination Wairarapa

‘Wheels’ is a festival of all things on wheels from the past to the present including tractors, cars, farm machinery, steam-powered tractors – in the spacious setting of Clareville’s Showgrounds, Carterton this weekend.

See rare and private collections of fascinating vehicles and … View more
‘Wheels’ is a festival of all things on wheels from the past to the present including tractors, cars, farm machinery, steam-powered tractors – in the spacious setting of Clareville’s Showgrounds, Carterton this weekend.

See rare and private collections of fascinating vehicles and machinery, beautifully restored to their original working condition. It's an affordable day out for families with ticket priced for adults $15 per day, youths (5-15 yrs) $5 per day, and under 5 yrs are free.

Each day there's an action-packed programme of events in the arena, with all manner of weird and wonderful pieces on show that our ancestors once depended upon. Steam engines are always a jaw-dropping sight, and the Clydesdale horse carriage rides are a hit with kids! Check out the full programme here and the range of ticket options here.

It's on from Saturday to Monday, 10am - 4pm each day. Highlights for each day are:

• Saturday - vintage and modern cars, and motorbikes
• Sunday - vintage, classic, and new trucks
• Monday - agricultural machinery demonstrations and 'on farm' equipment

This is a three-day event, so come along and wander around and soak up the atmosphere. You'll be amazed at what you'll see there. Free all-day parking, entertainment, food and drinks available.

For the full programme and other info, go to: www.wheelsatwairarapa.co.nz...

663 days ago

Radio Viti e_Aotearoa 🇳🇿 is Back ON AIR

Elisapeci [Lis] Samanunu Waqanivala MRSNZ from Radio Viti e_Aotearoa

Listen in to our Bi-lingual Weekly Shows via Wellington Access Radio 106.1fm;

*Thurs 2 Feb 2023 'Aua Ni Masu' | Hour of Prayer 5am - 6am

* Thurs 2 Feb 2023 'Yalo i Viti' Spirit of Fiji Research Show 6am -7am #VakakekeliKeiAdiSamanunu

* Saturday 4 Feb 2023
4pm - 5pm … View more
Listen in to our Bi-lingual Weekly Shows via Wellington Access Radio 106.1fm;

*Thurs 2 Feb 2023 'Aua Ni Masu' | Hour of Prayer 5am - 6am

* Thurs 2 Feb 2023 'Yalo i Viti' Spirit of Fiji Research Show 6am -7am #VakakekeliKeiAdiSamanunu

* Saturday 4 Feb 2023
4pm - 5pm Luvei Viti Youth Zone
5pm - 6pm Noda Bula e Aotearoa | Health & Wellbeing | Welfare
6pm -7pm Nanumi Viti | Fiji Memories
10pm - 12midnight Turaga KVT | Men's Health & Wellbeing | Welfare

Saturday Shows are also Livestreamed via Facebook.
Checkout our Radio Viti e_Aotearoa Facebook Page.

Vinaka | Nga mihi | Thank you
TeamViti

664 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
663 days ago

Are you looking for a fun volunteer opportunity?

Jo Hayes from GrandFriends NZ - Wellington Region

GrandFriends is looking for a new Regional Coordinator to look after our members in the Wellington region. Do you have 2/3 hours a week to spare and enjoy communicating and connecting people from all walks of life - then we need you!

Please see the link below for further information or email … View more
GrandFriends is looking for a new Regional Coordinator to look after our members in the Wellington region. Do you have 2/3 hours a week to spare and enjoy communicating and connecting people from all walks of life - then we need you!

Please see the link below for further information or email info@grandfriends.nz

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663 days ago

Amigos Talk Budgeting

Anita from Mount Victoria

Friday 3 Feb 1.30pm-3pm
St Peters Church Under Croft (entrance behind church from Ghuznee st)
Come and hear David Cameron Financial Advisor from Citizens Advice talk about Budgeting in these tough times.
Followed by afternoon tea, all welcome

664 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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