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1849 days ago

Wellington penguin colony loses 82 chicks to starvation

Reporter Community News

Thirty-five per cent of little blue penguins born on the Matiu/Somes Island have died of starvation after an otherwise successful breeding season.
During a fortnightly survey of the colony in mid-November, the Wellington Harbour Penguin Study team discovered 66 dead chicks – 54 of them in one … View more
Thirty-five per cent of little blue penguins born on the Matiu/Somes Island have died of starvation after an otherwise successful breeding season.
During a fortnightly survey of the colony in mid-November, the Wellington Harbour Penguin Study team discovered 66 dead chicks – 54 of them in one day.
Their death has been attributed to silt and the water temperature in the harbour, which resulted in a lack of fish.

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1849 days ago

Poll: Do you wash chicken before cooking?

New Zealand Food Safety

Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View more
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
Find out more

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Do you wash chicken before cooking?
  • 36% Yes I thought washing cleans it
    36% Complete
  • 64% No Chicken shouldn’t be washed
    64% Complete
125 votes
1849 days ago

End-of-line SALE Involute & Convolute wall lights

Anneke from Embrace Design

A chance to buy a designer wall light for an excellent price! Available on-line www.embracedesign.nz... or
at the Embrace Design shop on 180 Main Road, Tawa

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1849 days ago

Prost-FIT

Julia from Tawa

I am excited to launch a new Exercise class starting in Tawa called Prost-FIT. An exercise modality for men currently living with prostate cancer at any stage of diagnosis or treatment; or any cancer. Starting Mondays at 2.00 at Heavenly Fitness HQ in Redwood. Message me for more information. … View moreI am excited to launch a new Exercise class starting in Tawa called Prost-FIT. An exercise modality for men currently living with prostate cancer at any stage of diagnosis or treatment; or any cancer. Starting Mondays at 2.00 at Heavenly Fitness HQ in Redwood. Message me for more information. fitnessheavenly@gmail.com

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1849 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Andrew Gorrie took this beautiful photo of a korimako (bellbird) on a recent trip to Kāpiti Island.

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1849 days ago

Tracey Odell School of Dance Open Day

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

Open Day coming up tomorrow. Make sure to come down to the Tawa Community Centre Hall at 10am. Free classes for juniors and seniors will be demonstrating all the dance styles on offer.

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1849 days ago

Places Available in Local GirlGuiding Units

Cheryl Watson from GirlGuiding NZ - Tawa & Linden

GirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!

There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial … View more
GirlGuiding is a great way for girls to learn new skills, get involved in the community, develop as leaders, and have lots of fun with their friends each week!

There are some places available in our Tawa-based units for girls to join in Term One.
Fees are $90 per term, there is full financial assistance available for families who need support.

🦋 Brownies for 7 - 9 year old girls meet Thurs 3.45pm - 5.15pm
🦙 Guides for 9 - 12 year old girls meet Thurs 5.30pm - 7pm
🦜 Rangers for 12+ year old girls meet Thurs 7pm - 9pm

If you have any questions, please PM me or comment below.
Girls usually visit once or twice before joining.
If you'd like to visit and check us out, you can enquire about a local group via the GGNZ website link below.

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1850 days ago

Ballet Dress

Marina from Tawa

Size 7 ballet dress -- perfect condition. More suitable for year 5-6.

Price: $15

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1850 days ago
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1850 days ago

TOSHIBA SATELLITE A660 LAPTOP CHARGER

Margaret from Paparangi

Hi, does anyone have a charger for a Laptop Toshiba Satellite A660 that they are not using anymore? If so please message me as I am possibly interested.

1850 days ago

RSA to be charged by Council for holding remembrance events

Michelle from Titahi Bay

Who is responsible for holding Senior Management at Porirua City Council to account? www.facebook.com...

1850 days ago

Plea to be responsible at the races

Reporter Community News

Hutt Valley Police are urging attendees at this weekend’s Wellington Cup Day to plan ahead and stay safe.
They want everyone at the event to have a great time, and get home safely.
There will be a uniformed Police presence at this event to enhance your enjoyment of the day and promote safety.
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Hutt Valley Police are urging attendees at this weekend’s Wellington Cup Day to plan ahead and stay safe.
They want everyone at the event to have a great time, and get home safely.
There will be a uniformed Police presence at this event to enhance your enjoyment of the day and promote safety.
Cup-goers are urged to think ahead, avoid risky situations and keep themselves and their friends safe.
Attendees are also urged not to drink and drive, as Police will be breath testing drivers leaving from the Cup Day.
Even small amounts of alcohol can affect your driving, so if you drink at all, please don’t drive.

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1850 days ago

TOSHIBA SATELLITE A660 CHARGER

Margaret from Paparangi

Hi, does anyone have a charger for a Laptop Toshiba Satellite A660 that they are not using anymore? If so please message me as I am possibly interested.

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1850 days ago

Back To School Family Fun Fest 2021

Janet from Titahi Bay

Saturday 20 February - 11am-3pm at Community Baptist Church. Come join us for a fun day! Everything is FREE, FREE, FREE!!!

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1852 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It is not Friday but this is to introduce you to a new photographer, Andrew Gorrie. He lives in Kelson and takes most of his photographs from his deck. Andrew is an ex Stuff photographer.
His favourite subject is the magnificent tui

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