Rongotai, Wellington

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1575 days ago

Find your new favourite artworks online

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

For the first time in its history, this year will see the Auckland Art Fair go online. From 11am NZST on Thursday 30 April until Sunday 17 May, Artfair.co.nz will be hosting a Virtual Art Fair where you will discover more than 30 galleries from New Zealand and Australia displaying works that would … View moreFor the first time in its history, this year will see the Auckland Art Fair go online. From 11am NZST on Thursday 30 April until Sunday 17 May, Artfair.co.nz will be hosting a Virtual Art Fair where you will discover more than 30 galleries from New Zealand and Australia displaying works that would have otherwise been seen at the 2020 Auckland Art Fair.

The Virtual Art Fair is in recognition of the artists who have already made special works for the Auckland Art Fair that couldn’t happen, and the galleries who have supported them in doing so.

“It comes at a time of global uncertainty, when the importance of art, community and culture are especially apparent,” their team said in a recent statement.

The Auckland Art Fair is designed to be “a celebration – as best we can – of the talent and diversity of art making by artists from our region; not only across New Zealand and Australia, but also around the wider Pacific-rim. We hope that, wherever possible, some of these artists and galleries will be supported by someone buying a work of art.”

Browse, look, enquire and consider as you get to know new galleries and artists in support of contemporary culture at a time when the artists and galleries really need it.

Find out more at www.artfair.co.nz.

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1575 days ago

Studio's still closed so we've taken our step by step painting classes online!

Silke from Heart for Art

Hi everyone, just letting you all know we’ll be staying safe and keeping the studio shut during our level 3. We’ll let you know as soon as we can do studio paint parties again.

Meantime, you can still paint with us online! We’ve got some fun, step by step, virtual painting classes coming … View more
Hi everyone, just letting you all know we’ll be staying safe and keeping the studio shut during our level 3. We’ll let you know as soon as we can do studio paint parties again.

Meantime, you can still paint with us online! We’ve got some fun, step by step, virtual painting classes coming up. So if you’re looking for something fun and creative to try, join us from the comfort and safety of home, and we’ll show you how to create your masterpiece. 🎨+🖌=😍

We hope to have the studio open again as soon as we can.
A HUGE thanks to everyone for your ongoing support in these crazy and challenge times. 🥰
Stay happy and healthy
Aroha nui everyone ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Silke
#StayHomeStaySafe #LoveLocal #SupportLocal #StrongerTogether

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1575 days ago

Major work ready to start on Mt Albert sludge pipeline repair

The Team from Wellington Water

A temporary speed hump installed in Adelaide Road today signals the start of major repair works on the Mt Albert high-pressure sludge pipelines, following the arrival in Wellington of a team of specialist international technicians and essential materials and equipment.

Wellington Water’s Manager… View more
A temporary speed hump installed in Adelaide Road today signals the start of major repair works on the Mt Albert high-pressure sludge pipelines, following the arrival in Wellington of a team of specialist international technicians and essential materials and equipment.

Wellington Water’s Manager Major Projects, Stephen Wright, says the temporary change is a final part of preparations for repairing the pipes and ending the sludge trucking operations, between Moa Point and the Southern Landfill, that were put in place to avoid any discharge of sludge into the sea after the pipelines failed.

“Bringing the specialist team and materials here from Germany during the global pandemic and our own lockdown has been a real challenge. We’re extremely grateful to the Government for granting the special permission necessary to bring them here so quickly.”

On arrival in the country, the technicians spent 14 days in quarantine in Auckland before travelling on to Wellington, where they arrived last night.

1575 days ago

Congratulations to our winner

The Team from Readers Tours

A huge thank you to everyone who completed our website questionnaire.

⭐️ Congratulations to our $50 Prezzy Card winner, Christine ⭐️

We were overwhelmed by the responses and look forward to making the necessary changes to improve our website experience.

www.readerstours.co.nz...

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1582 days ago

WCC at Alert Level 3

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Well done Wellington for your fantastic work staying in your bubbles during Alert Level 4.
We can now confirm the status of all our Council services and facilties under Level 3.
This can be found at: wgtn.cc...
More information about each service and facility will be live on the Covid-19 section … View more
Well done Wellington for your fantastic work staying in your bubbles during Alert Level 4.
We can now confirm the status of all our Council services and facilties under Level 3.
This can be found at: wgtn.cc...
More information about each service and facility will be live on the Covid-19 section of website after 5pm on Monday 27 April.
#KiaKahaWellington

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1575 days ago

Paint a wooden chair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Take one plain wooden dining chair and make it a stand-alone statement piece with two Resene colours. You don’t always need a full set of dining chairs; they can be statement pieces all on their own!

You could use a chair like this in a home office, as a plant stand, or as a bedside table for … View more
Take one plain wooden dining chair and make it a stand-alone statement piece with two Resene colours. You don’t always need a full set of dining chairs; they can be statement pieces all on their own!

You could use a chair like this in a home office, as a plant stand, or as a bedside table for your books and lamp. Painting one chair is an easy way to inject a bit of colour into a room too.

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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1576 days ago

Wellington Electric Bikes Autumn Sale

Wellington Electric Bikes

Save up to 25% selected eBikes.

Electric bikes on sale include Black, Gepida, Haibike, Magnum, Merida, Rev and Smartmotion.

Sales runs until Sunday May 10th or while stock lasts.Our shop hours are 9am to 5 pm Monday to Friday and 10 am to 4 pm Saturday to Sunday.

All sales, workshop … View more
Save up to 25% selected eBikes.

Electric bikes on sale include Black, Gepida, Haibike, Magnum, Merida, Rev and Smartmotion.

Sales runs until Sunday May 10th or while stock lasts.Our shop hours are 9am to 5 pm Monday to Friday and 10 am to 4 pm Saturday to Sunday.

All sales, workshop service and test rides under Covid19 Level 3 are by contactless appointment.

Appointments can be made by calling 04 213 9435 or emailing wellingtonelectricbikes@electrify.nz
Find out more

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1576 days ago

Wallace Street works

The Team from Wellington Water

Works under the conditions of Alert Level 3 have been approved to restart in Wallace Street as part of the Omāroro reservoir project. Strict safety measures will be in place to protect workers on site, residents and other members of the public. These include workers keeping to their “bubbles”… View moreWorks under the conditions of Alert Level 3 have been approved to restart in Wallace Street as part of the Omāroro reservoir project. Strict safety measures will be in place to protect workers on site, residents and other members of the public. These include workers keeping to their “bubbles” on site and strict controls on everyone coming in and out of the worksites.

Normal work hours are 7am – 6pm, with noisy work not beginning until 7.30am. Sometimes work will need to be done on Saturday mornings, when noisy work will not begin before 8am. No work will be done on Sundays unless it is an emergency. Safe pedestrian access will be maintained on all streets at all times.

Working on roads is very dangerous for people, and traffic management is a key part of reducing this risk. Please take care around construction sites as there may be uneven surfaces.


There are range of updates as part of this work that apply to nearby streets, for more detail on this please visit the link below.

1576 days ago

We are back!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Hey, we are here!

We are now able to offer you contactless shopping options to shop from our selected Red Cross Shops.

Although our physical shops' doors are still closed, you can now browse through a selection of pre-loved items we have via our TradeMe accounts or by simply … View more
Hey, we are here!

We are now able to offer you contactless shopping options to shop from our selected Red Cross Shops.

Although our physical shops' doors are still closed, you can now browse through a selection of pre-loved items we have via our TradeMe accounts or by simply phoning/emailing your local Red Cross Shop who would love to help you with personal contactless shopping.

For more information just hit the "Read More" button below.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

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1580 days ago

Closed Council facilities - Level 3

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Some Council services and facilities will remain closed at Alert Level 3.
This includes our libraries, Service Centre, rec centres, swimming pools, skateparks and playgrounds, and public toilets.
For the full list, and for more information about Council facilities and services at Level 3, visit:
View more
Some Council services and facilities will remain closed at Alert Level 3.
This includes our libraries, Service Centre, rec centres, swimming pools, skateparks and playgrounds, and public toilets.
For the full list, and for more information about Council facilities and services at Level 3, visit:
wgtn.cc...

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1581 days ago

Parking at Level 3

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Metered and coupon parking will resume normal service on Tuesday 12 May (two weeks into Level 3) alongside existing Parking enforcement activities.
For more information about Council services at Level 3, visit: wgtn.cc...

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1577 days ago

Put wet wipes in the bin not the toilet

The Team from Wellington Water

Wet wipes are handy for cleaning the house but they don’t belong down the loo! 🚽 Listen to Benny, and pop them in the bin instead 😃

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1578 days ago

We help you get the most from your garden

Terri Shaw from Wild about Weeds garden services

Now is the time to plant trees and shrubs, sow veges and flowers, propagate and divide perennials, and sow green mulch in bare spaces.
Feed your plants and trees, prune certain shrubs and give hedges the last trim before spring. Also minimise overwintering fungi, vine hoppers, aphids and scale.

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Now is the time to plant trees and shrubs, sow veges and flowers, propagate and divide perennials, and sow green mulch in bare spaces.
Feed your plants and trees, prune certain shrubs and give hedges the last trim before spring. Also minimise overwintering fungi, vine hoppers, aphids and scale.

And weeding - there’s always weeding - to reduce competition among plants for precious resources.

We're back to work this week.

Contact Terri at wildweeds@actrix.co.nz m 021022 58182. Wildaboutweeds.co.nz

1577 days ago

Time to get decorating!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating... and enjoy savings on your favourite Resene products.

The 25% off sale has been extended until 4 May 2020 for all Resene cardholders!

Get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, stains, primers/sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and Resene cleaning products at Resene owned ColorShops. If you’re not a cardholder already you can sign up at www.resene.co.nz/diycard or when you order online.


You can order:

Order now via the online shop, shop.resene.co.nz, for click and collect or contactless delivery, staff will confirm when orders are ready to collect.

Email your order to your local Resene ColorShop or reseller. Resene staff will arrange it for collection or contactless delivery.

Phone your local Resene ColorShop or reseller during normal shop hours to place your order. See www.resene.co.nz/colorshops for email and phone details for your local Resene ColorShop.

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