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113 days ago

Lizzie Borden swings into Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

On a sweltering summer in 1892, a wealthy businessman and his wife were found murdered in their own home. Their daughter, Lizzie Borden, was the prime suspect.

Lizzie the Musical is the new punk-rock musical reimagining of the gripping true-crime case of Lizzie Borden, exploring the heady and … View more
On a sweltering summer in 1892, a wealthy businessman and his wife were found murdered in their own home. Their daughter, Lizzie Borden, was the prime suspect.

Lizzie the Musical is the new punk-rock musical reimagining of the gripping true-crime case of Lizzie Borden, exploring the heady and heated events leading up to the infamous trial that became a media sensation.

Explored through through the lens of a contemporary rock opera, Lizzie the Musical is equal parts Victorian drama and modern pun-rock rebellion. Revenge, betrayal, sex, murder! What really happened in the house of Borden? Come to Circa Theatre this weekend and find out for yourself!
Find out more

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114 days ago

Free Workshop: Successfully navigating the NASC process

Judith from Khandallah

9am - 1pm, Saturday, 24 August, 2024
St Joseph’s Church, 152 Brougham St, Mt Victoria
The Needs Assessment & Service Coordination (NASC) process determines disability support services and funding for individuals. Four-hour session includes:
• System overview (eligibility)
• … View more
9am - 1pm, Saturday, 24 August, 2024
St Joseph’s Church, 152 Brougham St, Mt Victoria
The Needs Assessment & Service Coordination (NASC) process determines disability support services and funding for individuals. Four-hour session includes:
• System overview (eligibility)
• Assessment preparation
• Resource allocation
• Options if dissatisfied
• Effective resource use
For more information see attached document.
RSVP by 14 August - email ihcwellington@gmail.com, or reply via link in attached document.

IHC Wgtn NASC workshop Aug24.pdf Download View

115 days ago

Vintage photos of Johnsonville

Grant Neighbourly Lead from Johnsonville

There are a couple of websites that have some interesting historical photos of Johnsonville if anyone is interested in checking them out.
www.photographyaotearoa.org.nz...
digitalnz.org...
Also, a couple of aerial shots of Johnsonville taken during the 1930s. Some of the streets are still … View more
There are a couple of websites that have some interesting historical photos of Johnsonville if anyone is interested in checking them out.
www.photographyaotearoa.org.nz...
digitalnz.org...
Also, a couple of aerial shots of Johnsonville taken during the 1930s. Some of the streets are still recognisable today when compared to a map.

114 days ago

Step it up!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

A splash of Resene red transforms a rumpty old ladder into a handy stool or nifty shelves.

Find out how to repurpose your old ladder.

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114 days ago

Do you have a DIY (or DIY disaster) dad?

Resene

Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell… View more
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.

Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!

Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our colourful spot prizes.
Find out more

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115 days ago

Chamber Music National Finals

Craig from Tawa

Come and hear the eight best groups in NZ – tomorrow night, Friday 2nd August, in the Michael Fowler Centre, from 6:30pm. You won't believe these are school-aged students playing!

This includes the Virtuoso Strings Octet, with a piece I wrote for them to play in the Contest! Students … View more
Come and hear the eight best groups in NZ – tomorrow night, Friday 2nd August, in the Michael Fowler Centre, from 6:30pm. You won't believe these are school-aged students playing!

This includes the Virtuoso Strings Octet, with a piece I wrote for them to play in the Contest! Students are from Tawa and Porirua. This is the fifth time a group from Virtuoso Strings has been in the National Finals of the NZCT Chamber Music Contest.

Tickets are free, but must be booked: www.universe.com...

It is also live-streamed: www.chambermusic.co.nz...

115 days ago

Shed - Free to a good home

Mark from Ngaio

Here’s a well worn but usable shed if anyone sees a need/use?
Would suit Firewood storage or garden gear.
Dimensions: 1770(w) x 900(d) x 1810(h) (w 100 fall) (mm). Note - base excluded.
Needs a bit of R&M (as pictured), but still does what it says on the box and is free to anyone who wants… View more
Here’s a well worn but usable shed if anyone sees a need/use?
Would suit Firewood storage or garden gear.
Dimensions: 1770(w) x 900(d) x 1810(h) (w 100 fall) (mm). Note - base excluded.
Needs a bit of R&M (as pictured), but still does what it says on the box and is free to anyone who wants it before next weekend - when we will dispose of it. Pick up Ngaio - PM me for details.

Free

115 days ago

BEWARE: Scammers impersonating Police taking advantage of vulnerable, older people

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.

The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial … View more
Police are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.

The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial information from you.

People have been directed to go to the bank and withdraw money for evidence of the scam.
This is a scam – no legitimate Police officer will ever ask you to hand over money for any reason.

Overnight we have had five instances of this being reported, people need to be vigilant.
Enquiries into reports of scams of a similar nature received last week remain ongoing.

We appreciate these scammers are convincing, but New Zealand Police will never contact you and ask you to withdraw money. New Zealand Police will also never contact people seeking their banking details, card numbers, PIN or passwords.

Older members of our community are being targeted and Police urge anyone with elderly or vulnerable relatives to make them aware this activity is a scam.

There are instances where legitimate Police officers will contact you as part of their duties.

Remember:
• Police will never ask for details about your bank cards, PIN or passwords over the phone.
• Trust your instincts.
• If something doesn't feel right, or is too good to be true, it probably is.
• If you are uncertain, ask for the officer’s details.
• Hang up, contact 105 and request the officer to contact you.
• Police aren’t in the business of offering prize money.

If you are in the unfortunate position of being a victim of a scam, please report the matter to Police.

Take the chance to upskill yourself on scam awareness, check for further information on the Netsafe website: netsafe.org.nz...

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118 days ago

Q&A: Animal Welfare with SPCA's Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're back with a Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell who is a qualified veterinarian and SPCA’s General Manager Animal Services.

A little bit about Corey:
Corey has an interest in veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and biosecurity. He shares his home … View more
We're back with a Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell who is a qualified veterinarian and SPCA’s General Manager Animal Services.

A little bit about Corey:
Corey has an interest in veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and biosecurity. He shares his home with ostriches, guinea pigs, bees, a rescue tortoiseshell named Lynk, a ragdoll named Oscar, two mini foxies called Chester and Maya and a black Labrador named Bonnie.

Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell is excited to answer your questions on all things animal welfare, whether it's how to best look after your new pet, how to combat separation anxiety or how to report neglect.

↓ Share your questions now ↓

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115 days ago

Tips for working in retirement

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting… View more
Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.

Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting gears to something more fulfilling or pursuing passions that you now have time for. This might mean volunteering, part-time work, or even starting your own business.

Here’s some helpful advice from Ryman residents in the workforce.

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117 days ago

Age Concern Technology & Scam Prevention Day - 14th August Seatoun Village Hall 10:30am - 2pm

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Baffled by technology?
Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp? Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people. Plus you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about scams and how to … View more
Baffled by technology?
Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp? Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people. Plus you’ll have the opportunity to learn all about scams and how to avoid them.

The day is run in two sessions, includes a light lunch and booking is essential.
Visit our website or call 04 499 6646 to book yourself in.

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117 days ago

Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Our Staying Safe course offered by Age Concern will take place on Tuesday 20th August at the Trust Room in the Johnsonville Community Centre.

The course runs between 10am - 2pm and includes morning tea and a light lunch.
This classroom based course is free. Please register via our website … View more
Our Staying Safe course offered by Age Concern will take place on Tuesday 20th August at the Trust Room in the Johnsonville Community Centre.

The course runs between 10am - 2pm and includes morning tea and a light lunch.
This classroom based course is free. Please register via our website www.acwellington.org.nz... or call 04 4996646

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117 days ago

Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

The next Staying Safe course offered by Age Concern will take place on Wednesday 28th August at Anvil House, 138 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

The course runs between 10am - 2pm and includes morning tea and a light lunch.

This classroom based course is free, please register via our website … View more
The next Staying Safe course offered by Age Concern will take place on Wednesday 28th August at Anvil House, 138 Wakefield Street, Wellington.

The course runs between 10am - 2pm and includes morning tea and a light lunch.

This classroom based course is free, please register via our website www.acwellington.org.nz... or call 04 4996646

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119 days ago

Winter Ceilidh (Celtic dance) on Saturday August 3rd

Marion from Ngaio

7 pm at Ngaio Union Church (cnr Kenya St and Crofton Rd).
An evening of Celtic dancing with local band Celtic Plus. All dances taught and called. No previous experience necessary.
Family friendly - no alcohol - entry free (but koha invited for Ngaio Community Assistance fund) - cold drinks… View more
7 pm at Ngaio Union Church (cnr Kenya St and Crofton Rd).
An evening of Celtic dancing with local band Celtic Plus. All dances taught and called. No previous experience necessary.
Family friendly - no alcohol - entry free (but koha invited for Ngaio Community Assistance fund) - cold drinks provided - please bring a small plate to share for supper if you can.

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120 days ago

Two Kitchen/Dining room prints

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Metal frame with glass.
Price is for both.

Price: $20

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