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1415 days ago

How to create your own blackboard city

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. … View more
Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1415 days ago

Queen Margaret Uniform Blazer etc

Annie from Seatoun

I have a selection of Queen Margaret uniform from 2 of my girls - one is a size 6 the other size 8-10. Happy to give free - shirts, skirts, blazers. Useful as spares etc - all good condition. Free to a good home. Just message me

Free

1418 days ago

Poll: Do you support the strict new border rules?

Reporter Community News

Virtually all NZ arrivals, except from Australia and Pacific Islands, will now need a negative Covid test before coming in, the Government has announced.
Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins on Tuesday gave Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield new powers, which means he can now easily … View more
Virtually all NZ arrivals, except from Australia and Pacific Islands, will now need a negative Covid test before coming in, the Government has announced.
Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins on Tuesday gave Director-General of Health Ashley Bloomfield new powers, which means he can now easily require negative tests for arrivals from all countries.
It comes as Covid-19 surges around the world, in sharp contrast to New Zealand, where there is no current community transmission. Both the US and UK are experiencing unprecedented peaks in Covid-19 and nearly 2 million people have now died from the virus globally.

If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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Do you support the strict new border rules?
  • 97.1% Yes, it is desperately needed
    97.1% Complete
  • 1.4% No, it is not justified
    1.4% Complete
  • 1.5% I am not sure
    1.5% Complete
1177 votes
1418 days ago

Gardens Magic

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Our outdoor concert series Gardens Magic starts tonight!
From today until 31 January, enjoy free music and sunshine at the Sound Shell every night (apart from Mondays) from 8pm.
Head down to the Botanic Garden ki Paekākā with the whānau and a picnic and join the fun!
For the full line up, … View more
Our outdoor concert series Gardens Magic starts tonight!
From today until 31 January, enjoy free music and sunshine at the Sound Shell every night (apart from Mondays) from 8pm.
Head down to the Botanic Garden ki Paekākā with the whānau and a picnic and join the fun!
For the full line up, dates and more, visit wellington.govt.nz...

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1417 days ago

Good news!

The Team from New Zealand Police

Thanks to the brave and quick actions of these members of the public (pictured centre and centre right) – an offender who was trying to make a getaway after stealing money from a Henderson dairy was stopped and swiftly arrested. 👏

Earlier this month, one of the owners of the store was working… View more
Thanks to the brave and quick actions of these members of the public (pictured centre and centre right) – an offender who was trying to make a getaway after stealing money from a Henderson dairy was stopped and swiftly arrested. 👏

Earlier this month, one of the owners of the store was working behind the counter when a man entered the store and demanded money.

He walked behind the counter to the cash register and took a large sum of money, but the owner very quickly managed to activate the anti-theft smoke canon and the offender fled the shop.

Seeing what happened, the members of the public chased the offender and caught him, holding him until Police arrived soon afterwards.

He was then arrested and taken into custody.

A 40-year-old man has been charged with theft and was due to appear in the Waitakere District Court last week.

The money taken was returned to the dairy owners (pictured on the left), who were very grateful to those who stepped in to help.

A great result and example of people going above and beyond to look out for people in their local community.

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1419 days ago

Favourite summer holiday finds

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd love to hear about the great places you've discovered over your summer holidays, whether it's somewhere local or on a trip away. Did you come across a particularly amazing beach, camping ground, town, walk or scenic spot? What made it so special? Any activities or … View more
Hi everyone,
We'd love to hear about the great places you've discovered over your summer holidays, whether it's somewhere local or on a trip away. Did you come across a particularly amazing beach, camping ground, town, walk or scenic spot? What made it so special? Any activities or places to eat and drink you can recommend in the area would also be much appreciated. As usual, please include 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article.
Cheers.

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1418 days ago

2021 exercise classes for Seniors & others

Deb from Kilbirnie

Seated arthritis exercises and Spin poi classes starting back this week in Eastern suburbs, on Zoom, and monthly in Karori. The classes are primarily for seniors, but all ages and physical abilities are welcome.

SEATED EXERCISE CLASS - 50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs … View more
Seated arthritis exercises and Spin poi classes starting back this week in Eastern suburbs, on Zoom, and monthly in Karori. The classes are primarily for seniors, but all ages and physical abilities are welcome.

SEATED EXERCISE CLASS - 50 minutes of gentle exercises set to music. 2 songs standing, the rest of the class is seated in chairs. Aims of the class: Gentle exercise for those who can't exercise standing up / Prevent joint stiffness & maintain joint and muscle mobility / Have fun! Suitable for a variety of conditions, including various forms of arthritis, recovery from strokes or heart attacks, chronic fatigue, MS, seniors easing back into exercise.
Monday mornings, 10.30am - from 11 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre, $5

SPIN POI - Playing with poi is a lot of fun! Spin Poi can be done sitting or standing and is suitable for almost everyone. Inspired by traditional poi, it has been adapted by Dr Kate Riegle van West to be a safe and effective exercise, especially for older populations. On top of the usual benefits of exercise, typically people will see improvements in grip strength, attention, focus, balance and coordination. No need to book. Poi provided. Or there some new sets available for sale if you want your own personal set. The class is suitable for beginners to intermediate. It is 45 minutes long and we cover:
o Welcome, safety reminders & warm up
o Practice poi movements
o Playtime! 20-25 minutes of poi to music
o Cool down

Thursday mornings, 11am
o Thu, 21 & 28 Jan - Seatoun Village Hall - koha
o 1st, 3rd & 5th weeks from 4 Feb - Strathmore Park Community Centre - $2
o 2nd & 4th weeks from 11 Feb - Seatoun Village Hall - $2

Thursday evenings, 5pm - starting 14 Jan
o Kilbirnie Community Centre - koha (suggested $8 waged, $5 unwaged)

Last Friday of every month, 11.15am - starting 29 Jan
o Karori Community Centre, $7

I am a certified SpinPoi instructor who has taught exercise classes for seniors for 15 years.
If these times don't work for you, email me on deb@frot.co.nz or call 04 934 6366 for info on Zoom classes - Mon 6pm (Beginners) or Wed 2pm (Open).

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1418 days ago

Customer Feedback

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

We compiled all of the wonderful feedback we have received and created this word map of the most frequently mentioned terms associated with NumberWorks’nWords! A big thank you to all of our wonderful students and staff who make the environment so special. We look forward to having you back in the… View moreWe compiled all of the wonderful feedback we have received and created this word map of the most frequently mentioned terms associated with NumberWorks’nWords! A big thank you to all of our wonderful students and staff who make the environment so special. We look forward to having you back in the centre at the beginning of term.

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1419 days ago

Famous white kiwi Manukura gets heartfelt send-off

Reporter Community News

A memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her … View more
A memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her guardians.
The extremely rare bird made the news across the world as the first white kiwi chick to be hatched in captivity back in 2011, and she died on December 27, 2020 after surgery to remove an infertile egg that had become stuck.

1420 days ago

Hairdressing Wash Basin

Kandace from Kilbirnie

This comfy leather recliner shampoo basin has been used in a home salon for the last few years but it no longer being used so it needs to go! This unit in good but used condition and sorry but comes with out tapware. It has scuff marks here n there and a rip in the front. Over all though this basin… View moreThis comfy leather recliner shampoo basin has been used in a home salon for the last few years but it no longer being used so it needs to go! This unit in good but used condition and sorry but comes with out tapware. It has scuff marks here n there and a rip in the front. Over all though this basin still looks reasonably stylish its very comfortable. It has a side lever to adjust the chair from seated upright to a more reclined position. Needs to be picked up from Kilbirnie, I haven't ever done this but I think you can take the basin off. I Also have a matching basin only in white its not attached to a recliner or anything Ill post this listing and photos asap but if interested let me know. The measurement's for the black unit are 117cm x 94cm x 70cm. The measurement's for just the basin its self are 63cm x 50cm The white one is same as the black so no.s should be the same. The white basin is priced at $50. Cheers K

Price: $150

1425 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

You will need a good memory to remember this gentleman.

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1422 days ago

Poll: What is your favourite pie?

Reporter Community News

According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its … View more
According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its production to 14 million pies, sausage rolls and savouries a year.

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What is your favourite pie?
  • 31.4% Mince and cheese
    31.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Steak and mushroom
    25.3% Complete
  • 9.4% Mince
    9.4% Complete
  • 8.5% Chicken
    8.5% Complete
  • 25.4% Other
    25.4% Complete
831 votes
1421 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Ruma

Reporter Community News

"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. … View more"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. Otherwise, I'm the biggest cuddle bug! I have been socialised with some dogs at the centre, so I won't mind living with a friendly, playful dog. I would love a family that can take me out for walks everyday and keep me active."

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1422 days ago

What are you reading?

Reporter Community News

Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee … View more
Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee Child
4. Normal People, by Sally Rooney
5. Big Sky, by Kate Atkinson
6. Girl, Woman, Other, by Bernadine Evaristo
7. Trace Elements, by Donna Leon
8. Past Tense, by Lee Child
9. The long call by Ann Cleves
10. Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens

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