Newtown, Wellington

448 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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450 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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451 days ago

GO RETRO

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

There are things that just never get old. Grab your retro outfit at Red Cross and share a photo in our Facebook community group to be in the draw to win a $25 Red Cross shop voucher!

Our Sales this week are:

25% off men’s tops

50% of women’s pants

We are always looking for volunteers, if … View more
There are things that just never get old. Grab your retro outfit at Red Cross and share a photo in our Facebook community group to be in the draw to win a $25 Red Cross shop voucher!

Our Sales this week are:

25% off men’s tops

50% of women’s pants

We are always looking for volunteers, if you have a few hours spare a week, call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz or pop in to our shop at 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

We hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie.

454 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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452 days ago

Does your garden resemble a crime scene ?

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

A unruly garden can be overwhelming and uninviting. ( also it’s harder to hide the bodies ! )


Overgrown plants, weeds, and clutter can make it difficult to enjoy your outdoor space. Not only that, but a disorganised garden can also attract pests and make it harder to maintain.

Let’s … View more
A unruly garden can be overwhelming and uninviting. ( also it’s harder to hide the bodies ! )


Overgrown plants, weeds, and clutter can make it difficult to enjoy your outdoor space. Not only that, but a disorganised garden can also attract pests and make it harder to maintain.

Let’s us fix your garden , we can prune back overgrown plants, and remove any debris or clutter. Pull weeds and replant if needed yes With a garden tidy we can transform your messy garden into a beautiful and relaxing outdoor oasis.
Call us on 0272430951

453 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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453 days ago

ALTERNATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY PROCESSES - Workshop 30 July 9-12pm

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Brian and Jane from Brass and Glass Photographic Alchemy are coming to Inverlochy to teach this exciting, introductory workshop. You will see the magic of silver and light combining to create a 19th century tintype. Beginning with a short Powerpoint presentation into the history and process with … View moreBrian and Jane from Brass and Glass Photographic Alchemy are coming to Inverlochy to teach this exciting, introductory workshop. You will see the magic of silver and light combining to create a 19th century tintype. Beginning with a short Powerpoint presentation into the history and process with original historic images to view. You will then have the opportunity to craft your own portrait tintype. With care, your priceless heirloom photograph will last for decades without fading or changing colour. Tintypes are created in an authentic bellows camera, processed under red light in a darkroom, then washed, dried and varnished.
Book here
www.inverlochy.org.nz...

453 days ago

Playtime at St Hildas for Toddlers

Clive from Island Bay

A reminder that we will be having a break over the School Holidays, so no playtime at St Hilda's until we restart on Tuesday July 18th from 9.30. Have a good break!
After the break we will again put out the toys and prepare the Coffee and Tea, for parents and caregivers to enjoy while the… View more
A reminder that we will be having a break over the School Holidays, so no playtime at St Hilda's until we restart on Tuesday July 18th from 9.30. Have a good break!
After the break we will again put out the toys and prepare the Coffee and Tea, for parents and caregivers to enjoy while the children enjoy the huge range of fun and educational toys we have available. Play is such an important part of child development and we are proud to be able to provide the equipment and facilities to give your child learning opportunities through play.

454 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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454 days ago

Free firewood - collect from Mt Cook

Katrina from Hataitai

Wondering if anyone is interested in free firewood? Would need to collect and take away. Can provide some temp parking off road, but access is down about 20 steps. It's as is, a bit damp.

Free

457 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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455 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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458 days ago

Lemon tree bug

Adam from Berhampore

Does anyone know what this round shiny blue metallic colloured bug on a lemon tree is?

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457 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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457 days ago

FFF Eve

Lisa from Mornington

I sent this in as an FFF contender couple or 3 weeks back but I'm too impatient, have gone rogue and put it on myself. The quality of the photo/camera is a bit substandard but anyway....
Such a magnificent fellow, nibbling on my "chain of pearls" pot plant, Balfour Street, June … View more
I sent this in as an FFF contender couple or 3 weeks back but I'm too impatient, have gone rogue and put it on myself. The quality of the photo/camera is a bit substandard but anyway....
Such a magnificent fellow, nibbling on my "chain of pearls" pot plant, Balfour Street, June 2023.

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