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723 days ago

Repaint a doll's bed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.

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723 days ago

What's On at the National Library - looking forward into summer

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Tēnā koe
Ngā mihi o te wā ki a koutou katoa.
The year is coming to an end but there are still exciting things happening at the National Library.

Come see our newly opened exhibition The long waves of the ocean: New responses to Pacific poems in our main gallery.

We have our final … View more
Tēnā koe
Ngā mihi o te wā ki a koutou katoa.
The year is coming to an end but there are still exciting things happening at the National Library.

Come see our newly opened exhibition The long waves of the ocean: New responses to Pacific poems in our main gallery.

We have our final Public History Talk for this year on Wednesday 7 December with Paul Diamond speaking about his acclaimed new book Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay.
Later that day you can also attend the showing of This is New Zealand. This short film, produced for Expo ’70 in Osaka Japan, has been recognised as a landmark production by the UNESCO Memory of the World Aotearoa New Zealand Trust.

We are planning some fabulous events for 2023. One of the first will be the D. F. McKenzie Memorial Lecture on 31 January. This year the lecture will be given by Professor Tom Mole, author The secret life of books (2019). More details about this, and other events, will be on the National Library website soon.

The Library will close early at 1pm on Friday 23 December. We look forward to welcoming you back when we re-open on Monday 9 January 2023.
Many of our events are recorded. You can browse our available recorded events on our website and enjoy them at your leisure.

Meri Kirihimete, me ngā mihi aroha mō te tau hou e tū mai nei.

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Summertime: Readings from favourite stories
Friends of the Dorothy Neal White Collection
Celebrate summertime at the last Friends of the Dorothy Neal White Collection event for 2022. Committee members will read summery pieces from some of their favourite books, old and new. Join the committee for seasonal drinks and nibbles before the readings.
Date: Monday 5 December 2022
Time: 5:30pm for drinks and nibbles; readings from 6pm to 7pm
Cost: Koha from non-members appreciated
Venue: Programme Rooms, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor


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Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay
Public History Talk
Paul Diamond's new book Downfall: The destruction of Charles Mackay examines the startling ‘Whanganui Affair’ of 1920, when the mayor Charles Mackay, shot a young gay man, D'Arcy Cresswell. The affair and subsequent events reveal the perilous existence of homosexual men at that time and how society conspired to control and punish them.
Date: Wednesday 7 December 2022
Time: 12:10pm to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Taiwhanga Kauhau Auditorium, Lower Ground Floor or online via Zoom. Please visit our website to register for this event.
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This is New Zealand screening

UNESCO Memory of the World
This is New Zealand was produced for the Expo ’70 in Osaka Japan by the National Film Unit and is now recognised as a landmark production by the UNESCO Memory of the World Aotearoa New Zealand Trust. Take a look at the full feature on the big screen in the National Library Auditorium.
Date: Wednesday 7 December 2022
Time: 4pm to 4.30pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Taiwhanga Kauhau Auditorium, Lower Ground Floor
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The long waves of our ocean: New responses to Pacific poems
For this exhibition, early-career artists Sione Faletau, Ayesha Green, Turumeke Harrington, Ana Iti, Sione Tuívailala Monū, Ammon Ngakuru and James Tapsell-Kururangi have created new artworks made in response to a selection of poems by Alistair Campbell, Keri Hulme, J. C. Sturm, Hone Tuwhare and Albert Wendt. These artists and writers address Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa in its varied and shifting roles, engaging with fictions and histories and encouraging us to inhabit new perspectives.
Date: Showing Saturday 26 November until Saturday 27 May 2023
Time: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm; Saturday – 9am to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: National Library Main Gallery, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor

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He Tohu audio and Sign Language Guides
Discover the He Tohu Audio and Sign Language Guides at the National Library of New Zealand. Come and explore He Tohu in one of seven languages; English, Te Reo Māori, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, French, German and NZ Sign Language.
Date: Available now
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Pick up your He Tohu audio tour device and headphones from our staff at Waka (reception), Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor.
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He Tohu
Permanent exhibition
He Tohu is a permanent exhibition of three iconic constitutional documents that shape Aotearoa New Zealand.
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm. Plan your visit to He Tohu.
Cost: Free
Venue: Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor

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He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Wellington City Libraries
In partnership with Wellington City Council, this central library service is now open on the ground floor of the National Library. Pop in to borrow Aotearoa books for adults and children, or speak with staff about joining to use online services. Come in and check it out.
Time: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 1pm
Venue: He Matapihi Molesworth Library, Te Ahumairangi Ground Floor

724 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

A progressive disease
I wasn’t an overweight child, but from as young as 5 years I can recall comparing myself unfavorably with two painfully thin twins in my dance class and thinking that was what I was supposed to look like. I’m not sure how I got the idea that I should be very thin.

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724 days ago

Ladies shoes

Peter from Oriental Bay

Gorgeous ladies shoes, size 38, barely worn, high quality. $60 a pair, see photo. Various brands: LK Bennet, Bruno Magli, Selby, Valeria Grossi, Ramirez

Call Ruth 0272862928
Wellington

Price: $60

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724 days ago

Ladies shoes

Peter from Oriental Bay

Gorgeous ladies shoes, size 38, barely worn, high quality. $30 a pair, see photo. Various brands: LK Bennet, Bruno Magli, Selby, Valeria Grossi, Ramirez

Call Ruth 0272862928
Wellington

Price: $30

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724 days ago

Rocking Chair

Peter from Oriental Bay

Delightful rimu rocking chair, very solid.

Dimensions:
Height: 99cm
Width: 65cm
Seat depth: 47cm

Call Peter for details: 0275484519
Wellington

Price: $80

725 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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726 days ago

Home and property inspiration delivered to your inbox

Homed

What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View more
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
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727 days ago

HOST AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

Rachel from Mount Cook

Homes are urgently needed for students arriving to Wellington High School in January 2023.
In particular homes for boys from Germany (year and half year placements) and boys from Japan for term 1 only.

The 2023 homestay fee will be $320 per week.

We are looking for homestay families who are … View more
Homes are urgently needed for students arriving to Wellington High School in January 2023.
In particular homes for boys from Germany (year and half year placements) and boys from Japan for term 1 only.

The 2023 homestay fee will be $320 per week.

We are looking for homestay families who are inclusive, caring, supportive and willing to share their home and Kiwi life with a student. Visiting students want to experience day to day life with a New Zealand family and to feel a part of the family.
Open up the world for your family and be a part of enriching and transforming lives.

www.wellingtonnz.com...

Enquiries to: Di Jordan, homestay@whs.school.nz, 021 020 63860 or 04 385 8911 ext 781

727 days ago

Christmas on the Green market

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

!57 Hataitai Rd Hataitai, 3rd December 10am until 2pm.
Christmas market
Live entertainment
Santa coming at 11am for a lolly scramble
Kids games, spot prizes
BBQ from 11am until sausages run out.
All welcome

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727 days ago

Summer Hummer happening this Saturday!🎸🥁💖

Denise Landow from Destination Wairarapa

Summer Hummer 😎 😎 Masterton's iconic family-friendly event is back.

Bring yourself, friends and family to Queen Elizabeth Park for live music, and pack a picnic for a fun time in the park! 🌭🥨🥪

Masterton's Trust House is celebrating its 75th Anniversary by having FREE … View more
Summer Hummer 😎 😎 Masterton's iconic family-friendly event is back.

Bring yourself, friends and family to Queen Elizabeth Park for live music, and pack a picnic for a fun time in the park! 🌭🥨🥪

Masterton's Trust House is celebrating its 75th Anniversary by having FREE swims 🤩 at the pools, FREE train rides 😁and pedal boats all weekend.

This year's Hummer talent line-up includes national and local artists:
 KINGS
 Tin Palace (Wellington)
 Deluxe Edition (Wairarapa)
 Sinner Man Saint (Wairarapa/Wellington)
 Dragonfly (Masterton)
 Maceo (Beatboxer) (Masterton)
 Captivated (Masterton)

No alcohol and smokefree - GOOD VIBES ONLY! 💥💫💞

Where?
Queen Elizabeth Park sports ground, Masterton
When?
2pm, with music starting at 2.30pm

Need to know: food stalls are onsite but you're welcome to bring your snacks/picnic, and for your own comfort, bring a rug and chair.

Entry is $2 gold coin per person, or $5 per family.

Check out the Facebook page www.facebook.com..., or online at
wairarapanz.com...

Score some good vibes, good sounds and welcome the summer in true Wairarapa style 🎵🎹🎤

727 days ago

Open Day - Karori Arts and Crafts - Saturday 3rd December 10 am - 2pm

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

To celebrate the upgrade to England Lane and Library Square we are opening our doors. Come in and see what we get up to!

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729 days ago

Win your share of $10,000 this Christmas with Mags4Gifts.

Mags4gifts

We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of … View more
We are giving 10 lucky winners $1,000 cash each this Christmas, to enter all you have to do is make a purchase on Mags4Gifts. Spoil your loved ones by gifting them a subscription or treat yourself to your favourite magazine or newspaper subscription.

Mags4Gifts is your one-stop shop for all of your Christmas gifts with a range of over 50 products to choose from, including our popular NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and TV Guide magazines.

Each product purchased on Mags4Gifts will automatically place you in the draw to win a cash prize - and the best part, there’s no limit on how many times you can enter! Promotion ends 8 Jan 2023, for T&Cs click here.

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731 days ago

Earn Christmas cash fast while having fun working only a few hours if you like.

Michael from Newtown

Greetings -

My friend, Kish, owns a jewelry store specializing in Green Stone jewelry in the Cable Car Lane, off Lambton Quay. He needs someone to hand out flyers to International tourists and domestic visitors on Lambton Quay and to usher them to his store.

The hours are very flexible, even … View more
Greetings -

My friend, Kish, owns a jewelry store specializing in Green Stone jewelry in the Cable Car Lane, off Lambton Quay. He needs someone to hand out flyers to International tourists and domestic visitors on Lambton Quay and to usher them to his store.

The hours are very flexible, even just part of a day, and the pay is $21.20 per hour. Please call Kish at 0210356223. He is a really good guy.

Best wishes - Michael

731 days ago

Martinborough Fair - it's on THIS SATURDAY!

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

It's a great Wairarapa day out at any time but with Christmas looming having the Martinborough Fair special edition on THIS SATURDAY means gift shopping will be easy. Explore the many stalls, add in a vineyard lunch and a wine tasting too. wairarapanz.com...

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