Rongotai, Wellington

Know a good food pantry?

Know a good food pantry?

We are compiling a list for locals, please add any that you know of here.

1467 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1468 days ago

Recommendations please

Jo from Miramar

Does anybody know of a place I can get a cross stitch professionally framed?
It would need to be stretched etc before framing.
Thanks

1467 days ago

Gardens Magic applications are open now!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Performer applications are open for Gardens Magic - Wellington’s iconic free outdoor concert series!

We’re looking to showcase a diverse range of family friendly music on the Botanic Garden Soundshell in January 2021.

Applications close on 7 September, so apply now at: … View more
Performer applications are open for Gardens Magic - Wellington’s iconic free outdoor concert series!

We’re looking to showcase a diverse range of family friendly music on the Botanic Garden Soundshell in January 2021.

Applications close on 7 September, so apply now at: wellington.govt.nz/gardens-magic

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1467 days ago

Iconic Political Comedy Returns for a Truly Historic Year

Circa Theatre

“A veritable humdinger … It’s all a bit gobsmackingly good.“

Public Service Announcements is a Wellington legend. Over 10 years and 17 seasons, there is rarely a spare seat in the crowd for this fast-paced, talent-packed political romp. Now, back on stage and bigger than ever before, … View more
“A veritable humdinger … It’s all a bit gobsmackingly good.“

Public Service Announcements is a Wellington legend. Over 10 years and 17 seasons, there is rarely a spare seat in the crowd for this fast-paced, talent-packed political romp. Now, back on stage and bigger than ever before, PSA is at Circa Theatre in time for the 2020 election.

“Robust political satire, produced to a high standard”

Commanding the stage with the confidence and knowledge of Dr. Bloomfield, PSA: Election 2020 stars a cast of six acclaimed performers: Johanna Cosgrove, Neenah Dekkers-Reihana, Hannah Kelly, Simon Leary, Sepelini Mua’au and Matu Ngaropo.
Find out more

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1467 days ago

Wanted - any timber off cuts, unused flexible piping or pvc piping - for classroom use

Elaine from Southgate

Good evening,
I am looking for off cuts of timber, various lengths, pvc piping and flexi piping (not sure what it is called). Wanting to use in classroom for creative play and building the imagination. Happy to collect.

Free

1468 days ago

Garden clean ups In time for spring

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Spring is just 15 or so days away ! Time to start thinking about the garden:(
Or you can call us and let us
Clean it up for You ! Call Ian on 0272430951

I have added some photos you may have seen on Wellington live on Facebook
So you can see my creative side

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1471 days ago

Wooden crates

Rebecca from Miramar

Hi, I’d like to try and build a bookcase from wooden crates. The beer ones would be ideal, but anything similar would be fantastic too. Thanks 😊

1469 days ago

Stump removal starting at $180

Joshua from

Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable … View more
Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1469 days ago

Bring out the best in your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card … View more
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card sign up free online or while you’re in store.
Get your card

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1470 days ago

Did you know it's time to get eggplants started?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and … View more
In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and sensational new peace lilies from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1470 days ago

Use toy figures to make candy jars and bookends

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Use plastic animal figurines to make fun and easy projects for your home painted with Resene testpots. Colourful bookends and fun jar lids.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

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1470 days ago

Antique & Decorative Arts Auction

Dunbar Sloane

Wednesday 19 August

On view at our new premises 94 Featherston Street, Wellington
Sunday 16 August 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday 17 August 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 18 August 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

This auction will be held at our new Wellington premises in conjunction with being held LIVE ONLINEView more
Wednesday 19 August

On view at our new premises 94 Featherston Street, Wellington
Sunday 16 August 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday 17 August 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 18 August 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

This auction will be held at our new Wellington premises in conjunction with being held LIVE ONLINE on our new bidding portal.

Enquiries : Ph (04) 472 1367/info@dunbarsloane.co.nz
Find out more

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1470 days ago

Nervous about learning to paint? Afraid of making mistakes?

Silke from Heart for Art

Follow my free weekly art tips and techniques to help you improve your skills.

This week: LEARN HOW TO GAIN CONFIDENCE WHEN YOU PAINT SO YOU’RE NO LONGER NERVOUS OF AFRAID TO MAKE MISTAKES. 😁🖌

Are you new to painting or want to start but you're a bit nervous or afraid you’ll … View more
Follow my free weekly art tips and techniques to help you improve your skills.

This week: LEARN HOW TO GAIN CONFIDENCE WHEN YOU PAINT SO YOU’RE NO LONGER NERVOUS OF AFRAID TO MAKE MISTAKES. 😁🖌

Are you new to painting or want to start but you're a bit nervous or afraid you’ll make mistakes?

Join me live on Facebook, tonight at 8pm, to learn my 4 easy tips to gain confidence when you paint so you can overcome your nerves!

Or if you'd like to get my step by step guidance to create your own painting, join me in the studio, or online, for one of my fun Paint Party art classes. I’ll show you step by step how to create your masterpiece. Loads of fun paintings coming up.

Check out all my upcoming events here
heartforart.co.nz...

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