Little Poland at the Newtown Festival, 10am to 7pm 2 March, Arney St Newtown
Join Wellington's Polish community for a taste of Poland at Little Poland at the Newtown Festival, 10 am to 7pm Sunday 2 March, Arney St, Newtown.
Relax in our family friendly pop-up beer garden while you eat, drink and take in the entertainment.
Polish pierogi (dumplings), racuchy and placki (pancakes), paczki (doughnuts), charcoal grilled smoked sausages and pork belly, deli style sandwiches and a comprehensive range of Poland's most popular beers
10 to 10:30am Polish regional dances
11:30am to noon Interactive Dance Fun for Kids
12:30 to 1pm Steps through Poland: learn the steps to Poland's national dances.
3 to 3:30pm The Klezmer Rebs Parade ends in Little Poland
5pm ish Wellington Batucada arrive in Little Poland
4:30 to 7pm The Little Poland After Party featuring the Klezmer Rebs and Polish Party band Krakerjack.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.1% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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