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Maybe you have done some Easter baking, created an Easter egg hunt or decorated the house Easter themed - whatever your plans, share a photo of your Easter weekend moments below.
You'll be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card which you can spend on … View moreWe hope you have a wonderful long weekend!
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Bookfest is back for the first weekend in May!
Come on down to Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt, for a huge selection of books in over 40 categories, as well as magazines, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s and vinyl records (no audio or video tapes).
Come along and make your … View moreBookfest is back for the first weekend in May!
Come on down to Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt, for a huge selection of books in over 40 categories, as well as magazines, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s and vinyl records (no audio or video tapes).
Come along and make your pre-winter selections at the 30th anniversary of this major event, there’s plenty to choose from!
Proceeds are for the benefit of the community in various ways.
Whirinaki Whare Taonga (formerly Expressions)
Sat 3rd May 9am-5pm
Sun 4th May 9am-3pm
Nowadays, hot water cylinders have excellent insulation and can store hot water for several days!
If your hot water cylinder is experiencing issues like overflowing, leaking, not heating properly, or low water pressure, it might be time for a check-up. … View moreNowadays, hot water cylinders have excellent insulation and can store hot water for several days!
If your hot water cylinder is experiencing issues like overflowing, leaking, not heating properly, or low water pressure, it might be time for a check-up. At Plumbing & Heating Centre Dargaville, we specialize in diagnosing and fixing all types of hot water cylinder problems to ensure you have a reliable supply of hot water throughout the winter.
Don't let a faulty hot water cylinder disrupt your comfort. Contact us today to schedule a service and keep your home warm and cosy!
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Thanks to Lottery Grants funding from Lotto NZ players, Green Bikes in Whanganui is making cycling accessible while promoting sustainability.
Run by Sustainable Whanganui, the initiative refurbishes donated bikes, teaches repair skills, and provides affordable transport options. With community … View moreThanks to Lottery Grants funding from Lotto NZ players, Green Bikes in Whanganui is making cycling accessible while promoting sustainability.
Run by Sustainable Whanganui, the initiative refurbishes donated bikes, teaches repair skills, and provides affordable transport options. With community support, they’ve launched a mobile bike repair workshop, working alongside the Bikes in Schools programme to maintain and repair bikes for local students.
In the past year, they repaired over 150 bikes, ensuring more children have safe rides. Every Lotto NZ game played helps fund local initiatives like Green Bikes—empowering communities and protecting the environment.
Learn more at mylotto.co.nz/community-winners.
Bookfest is back for the first weekend in May!
Come on down to Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt, for a huge selection of books in over 40 categories, as well as magazines, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s and vinyl records (no audio or video tapes).
Come along and make your … View moreBookfest is back for the first weekend in May!
Come on down to Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt, for a huge selection of books in over 40 categories, as well as magazines, games, jigsaw puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s and vinyl records (no audio or video tapes).
Come along and make your pre-winter selections at the 30th anniversary of this major event, there’s plenty to choose from!
Proceeds are for the benefit of the community in various ways.
Whirinaki Whare Taonga (formerly Expressions)
Sat 3rd May 9am-5pm
Sun 4th May 9am-3pm
With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.
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I know all the secrets, I hear every tale;
I’m where neighbors gather, no detail is stale;
I’m not alive, but I bring news to light—
in the morning, at noon, or late at night—
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in the morning, at noon, or late at night—
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Thorndon, 20 square metres, level street access, would suit a small business storage and distribution use. Located in St Mary Street, Thorndon, electricity is included. Suitable for long term business, household goods storage, etc.
Monthly rates apply, no GST to pay, will negotiate the rental.
… View moreThorndon, 20 square metres, level street access, would suit a small business storage and distribution use. Located in St Mary Street, Thorndon, electricity is included. Suitable for long term business, household goods storage, etc.
Monthly rates apply, no GST to pay, will negotiate the rental.
Call me at anytime for more details.
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‘Fernhill’ and her families
Last month, when we went hunting for the stables in Hanover Street, we unearthed the story of the ‘Fernhill’ stables that housed Winnie, the beautiful black horse that a former pupil remembers being ridden by Euphemia Maxwell, who owned and was school mistress… View more‘Fernhill’ and her families
Last month, when we went hunting for the stables in Hanover Street, we unearthed the story of the ‘Fernhill’ stables that housed Winnie, the beautiful black horse that a former pupil remembers being ridden by Euphemia Maxwell, who owned and was school mistress at ‘Fernhill’ …
Farm cottage to family home
‘Fernhill’ is one of the earliest houses in Wellington, “a rare example of early Colonial architecture”. The oldest part was a humble cottage on five acres of farmland bought by Charles Pharazyn in 1845, after the 1841 subdivision of Wadestown by James Watt and John Wade. It was built from matai and totara cut on the site. Additions in 1860 made it the family home that a young widow, Euphemia Maxwell, bought in early 1866 for her four children, her mother and her 8’6” grand piano! Before they moved in, a conservatory and lean-to were added. There is a delightful description of the bullock cart journey of her piano over the steep hill from Wellington to ‘Fernhill’, in Julie Green’s book “Family Connections - Fernhill, Crofton and The Elms”.
Wadestown’s earliest school
From 1874 until 1881, when Wadestown School was established, Euphemia’s home served as a school and Sunday school for local children. In 1878, she added a large room to better accommodate her grand piano and her school and church activities.
Fernhill subdivision
In 1888, after the Maxwell family moved to Tauranga, the property was subdivided, making 26 sections in Fernhill Terrace as it now is, and 12 sections on the west side of Pitt Street. The building sites were in “the most picturesque and healthy suburb of Wellington ...[with] a charming view of bush scenery... well sheltered from the southerly winds.” It sold as 39 lots over the next decade. The large section between Fernhill Terrace, Pitt St and Wadestown Rd was later sold by Euphemia to St Luke’s Church. ‘Fernhill’ itself was on a larger section, and its stable on one of the new Pitt St sections. ‘Fernhill’ was not sold until 1894, after seven years of deterioration as a tenanted property.
Later ‘Fernhill’ families
‘Fernhill’ continued as a family home throughout the rest of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, to date. From 1903, it has been home for a combined 115 years, to just two families.
Edward and Ellen Mayhew lived here with their four children for 47 years, until Ed’s death in 1950. There are some lovely anecdotes in Julie Green’s book, like Ed grazing his horses in the gully between Fernhill Terrace and Weld St!
In 1956, on the 75th anniversary of Wadestown School, Keith and Jackie Matthews acquired ‘Fernhill’ where Jackie was still living, in 2024, after 68 years. They raised their four children in ‘Fernhill’ and made sympathetic additions in 1960 and the late 1970s. Keith and Jackie retained the ‘street scape’, footprint and quirkiness of the house Euphemia left behind, but created better visual and physical access to the pleasant garden at the rear, changes that Jackie hoped will be recognized, like Euphemia’s, as part of ‘Fernhill’s history.
Heritage covenant – a lasting tribute to Jackie Matthews 1926-2024
In June 2012, Jackie Matthews signed a heritage covenant with the NZ Historic Places Trust “to protect, maintain and preserve Fernhill as an historic place”.
ϗ With thanks to the Matthews family, and to Julie Green ϗ
Footnote: the ‘Fernhill’, ‘Crofton’ and Hanover Street farmhouse connections
There are some fascinating connections between ‘Fernhill’, ‘Crofton’ and the Hanover Street farmhouses.
An “H. Ashworth” and his wife and children were tenants at ‘Fernhill’ in 1893 and probably longer, while the Fernhill subdivision was in progress (‘Fernhill’ was tenanted from 1887 until sold in 1894). If this was Nettie (Henrietta) Ashworth (daughter of John Holmes of Kaiwharawhara) and her husband Henry, it seems likely that they rented ‘Fernhill’ before they moved to 27 Hanover Street when her father purchased it in 1896.
As a footnote to our February post on 27 Hanover Street, we note that the same John Holmes bought the historic Crofton homestead in Ngaio in 1895, which his family owned until 1931. Shortly after, a “Mr and Mrs John Holmes” bought sections 37 and 38 of the Fernhill subdivision in January 1898, with frontage to Fernhill Terrace and Elizabeth Street (now lower Weld Street, which backs onto Hanover Street) [“Family Connections Fernhill, Crofton and The Elms” pages 47 and 31]. Was this the same John Holmes, and did he build on his sections in Fernhill Terrace if he was living in ‘Crofton’? Yet another piece of the heritage jigsaw for someone to explore and fit into place!
From Monday 28 April until Friday 9 May, we’ll be rebuilding the road between Wood Street and Jellicoe Street. These works will result in a significantly improved state highway through Greytown, requiring fewer repairs and less maintenance in the future.
There will be a 24/7 northbound detour… View moreFrom Monday 28 April until Friday 9 May, we’ll be rebuilding the road between Wood Street and Jellicoe Street. These works will result in a significantly improved state highway through Greytown, requiring fewer repairs and less maintenance in the future.
There will be a 24/7 northbound detour via Humphries Street, West Street and North Street while we’re doing these works. Southbound traffic can travel through at a reduced speed. There’ll be no carparks on the majority of Main Street, however businesses are still open, with full pedestrian access available. We encourage you to park on nearby streets such as West Street.
Hello everyone, I'm a secondary school student doing some fundraising for my Fashion Design tertiary course coming up next year. We have heaps of feijoas from our trees, selling them for $5 per kg.
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience at THE CHRISTCHURCH ART SHOW!
This exciting event opens at Te Pae convention centre Friday 25th April. General admission Saturday 26th 10am – 8pm and Sunday 10am – 5pm. 16 years and under go free Saturday and Sunday.
… View moreGet ready for an unforgettable experience at THE CHRISTCHURCH ART SHOW!
This exciting event opens at Te Pae convention centre Friday 25th April. General admission Saturday 26th 10am – 8pm and Sunday 10am – 5pm. 16 years and under go free Saturday and Sunday.
Explore a stunning array of artwork from a stellar line up of artists! Enjoy live art demonstrations and meet the artists! All art for sale. You can take home a unique work of art just for you!
Purchase tickets: https://tickets.theartshow.co.nz/buy-christchurch-tickets/
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Care, Community, And Connection
Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.
For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, … View moreCare, Community, And Connection
Acacia Cove, a country-style village situated on the beautiful Wattle Downs Peninsula has 31 weekly activities.
For those who appreciate the tranquility of an estuary setting Acacia Cove has it all, as well as its own restaurant, heated indoor pool, library, bowling green and gym.
Whether you choose to live in a villa or one of our luxurious apartments, you’ll have the security of a 24 hour, fully monitored emergency call system built in.
If you’re aged 60 or over, value your independence but want greater security, come and have a look at the superb properties we have to offer.
Contact long time manager Bruce to book a visit today!
Changemakers Resettlement Forum has a few volunteer roles open across the Wellington region, including support for their driving programmes that help former refugees gain confidence and independence.
They’re also looking for someone with event or project management experience to help plan … View moreChangemakers Resettlement Forum has a few volunteer roles open across the Wellington region, including support for their driving programmes that help former refugees gain confidence and independence.
They’re also looking for someone with event or project management experience to help plan their annual fundraising event. If you’re keen to make a difference, get in touch!
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number on our website by clicking the link.
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Happy Micro-Volunteering Day!
Today is about acknowledging the power of small, meaningful mahi that create a big impact. Whether you have 5 minutes or an hour, there's always something you can do to support your community, spread kindness or make a difference.
You don't need to … View moreHappy Micro-Volunteering Day!
Today is about acknowledging the power of small, meaningful mahi that create a big impact. Whether you have 5 minutes or an hour, there's always something you can do to support your community, spread kindness or make a difference.
You don't need to commit to anything long-term - just a little time, effort and aroha.
Here are just a few examples of micro-volunteering!
Relax, we’ve got it covered, enjoy a year of free fees*
At Ryman you won’t pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, … View moreRelax, we’ve got it covered, enjoy a year of free fees*
At Ryman you won’t pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Participating villages only, Ts and Cs apply
Hello Wellington Neighbours , hope you are all well.
I thought just put this out to you to consider these 3 points that is been put here for your say before 21 April 2025.
These 3 points are very important for your future of Wellington City so please do your deeds.
Thank you if you have already … View moreHello Wellington Neighbours , hope you are all well.
I thought just put this out to you to consider these 3 points that is been put here for your say before 21 April 2025.
These 3 points are very important for your future of Wellington City so please do your deeds.
Thank you if you have already done this.
Take care and hope all the best for Wellington future with the right decisions the councillors will do who we have voted them in WCC to do the right for our Wellington City.
Don’t wait until summer to get painting. Simply add Resene Wintergrade Additive to selected waterborne Resene paints to waterborne Resene paints to winterise them to help you keep decorating through winter.
Winterised paints can dry down to a super cool 3’C!
Available from … View moreDon’t wait until summer to get painting. Simply add Resene Wintergrade Additive to selected waterborne Resene paints to waterborne Resene paints to winterise them to help you keep decorating through winter.
Winterised paints can dry down to a super cool 3’C!
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🌟 Charity Pub Quiz Night – Let’s Rally for Magnus! 🌟
Join us for a fun-filled Pub Quiz Night at the Khandallah Trading Company – all for a wonderful cause!
🗓 Date: May 4th 2025
🕖 Time: 7.00 pm
📍 Where: Khandallah Trading Company (KTC)
👥 Teams: Up to 6 people per … View more🌟 Charity Pub Quiz Night – Let’s Rally for Magnus! 🌟
Join us for a fun-filled Pub Quiz Night at the Khandallah Trading Company – all for a wonderful cause!
🗓 Date: May 4th 2025
🕖 Time: 7.00 pm
📍 Where: Khandallah Trading Company (KTC)
👥 Teams: Up to 6 people per table
💰 Cost: $20 per person
❤️ All proceeds go directly to Magnus and his family as they bravely fight stage four Neuroblastoma with strength, courage, and hope.
Book your table now (04 479 4157) and be part of something special. Let’s pack the place, have some laughs, and show Magnus and his whānau that they’re not alone. 💪✨
We're happy to present to you and your family our refurbished Westpark Chapel and William Lounge Area! Designed with your comfort in mind, our updated facilities now feature:
1. Elegant Refurbishments: Enjoy the serene and sophisticated new look of our chapel and lounge, perfect for … View moreWe're happy to present to you and your family our refurbished Westpark Chapel and William Lounge Area! Designed with your comfort in mind, our updated facilities now feature:
1. Elegant Refurbishments: Enjoy the serene and sophisticated new look of our chapel and lounge, perfect for gatherings and moments of reflection.
2. Climate Control Air Conditioning: Stay comfortable year-round with our state-of-the-art climate control air conditioning, ensuring a pleasant environment no matter the season.
Whether you're attending a service, or simply visiting, we look forward to welcoming you!
ASB bank have shared a message to make people aware that messages from scammers claiming they are from our ASB Securities team are doing the rounds.
If you receive one of these messages don’t act on it, don’t click on any links on suspicious emails and text messages, or provide any personal… View moreASB bank have shared a message to make people aware that messages from scammers claiming they are from our ASB Securities team are doing the rounds.
If you receive one of these messages don’t act on it, don’t click on any links on suspicious emails and text messages, or provide any personal or banking information.
If you think you’ve provided your details to a suspicious person or company, please call your bank immediately.
ASB are available 24/7 on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or +64 9 303 0332 if you're overseas.
For ASB users, if you want some more info on staying safe online visit asb.co.nz/asbscamhub
Be in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can … View moreBe in to WIN a once-in-a-lifetime experience for a young Blues fan!
Tell us why your youngster should be the special coin toss guest at the next Blues home game.
The Prize includes:
- Tossing the coin with the referee and team captains.
- x2 Silver Stand tickets so you and your child can watch the game.
- x2 food & beverage vouchers
- x1 goodie bag and blues jersey.
- Visiting the commentary box
- Being taken to the field side-line where you can watch the team warm-up.
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It might not be too late for you, but some people look back and wish they had taken a different career path.
If you could go back in time, would you choose something different? Let us know what you would have chosen in the comments below.
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