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All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options … View moreAll it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From paying it forward in line at a cafe to giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: Buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, build a free community library for your street, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.
This month’s theme also coincides with Random Acts of Kindness Day (New Zealand) which is coming up on September 1st.
Let us know how you’re spreading kindness in your community by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:
#NSNZrandomactsofkindness
Subscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening … View moreSubscribe to our e-zine Get Growing. In this week’s issue we show how to grow potatoes in containers in time for Christmas. Plus grow your own sprouts, build homes for geckos and skinks, leave frosted plants alone, collect free rainwater and let lachenalias set seed.
Meet some gardening superheroes and nominate a greenfingered good sort to be the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for copies of NZ House & Garden’s August issue.
Put kids in their own beds. Create as much space as possible between the heads of sleeping children so if they are coughing or sneezing throughout the night they are not doing it on one another. Make it harder for the germs to spread.
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Calling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have … View moreCalling all gardeners! We've teamed up with NZ Gardener for the Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year 2020. This year, Kiwis can nominate and read nominations on Neighbourly.
Ryman Healthcare with NZ Gardener is on the hunt for green-fingered good sorts – individuals or groups who have used their gardening skills to help other people.
There are some amazing prizes up for grabs so if you know a homegrown hero who is using their gardening skills for good, nominate them here now!
We’re offering our ever-popular tours on Sunday 2nd August @ 10.30am and 1.00pm.
10.30am. Murder & Mayhem. This popular tour visits the graves of a number of people associated with murder and its aftermath - lawyers, victims - as well as plots of families who faced mayhem from accidental … View moreWe’re offering our ever-popular tours on Sunday 2nd August @ 10.30am and 1.00pm.
10.30am. Murder & Mayhem. This popular tour visits the graves of a number of people associated with murder and its aftermath - lawyers, victims - as well as plots of families who faced mayhem from accidental death – drowning, guncotton explosion, falling into the hold of a ship, for e.g.
1.00pm. Heroines & Housewives. During this themed tour you will encounter not only Aunt Daisy but also suffragists, educationalists, reformers and artists, as well as a few ordinary women who had extraordinary things happen in their lives.
Both tours are 1.5 hours duration, easy walking, good dogs on leads welcome. $10 per person (under 12-year olds free). Booking essential by email to friendsofkaroricemeterytours@gmail.com
Tours are weather dependent – information about meeting place, cancellation arrangements etc. will be sent on booking.
Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind … View moreAddictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA, members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life.
Wherever you are, whatever your problem with food, AEA can help.
For up to date information, encouragement and entertainment for seniors in the Wellington Region, please sign-up to Age Concern Wellington's e-newsletter: www.acwellington.org.nz...
Hataitai Market held at the former Hataitai Bowling Club at 157 Hataitai Road. Market runs from 10am to 2pm.
If you would like to book at stall do let me know, stalls cost $15, free for kids or if you are sell items for a charity.
Free crafting table for kids
An selection of food and drinks … View moreHataitai Market held at the former Hataitai Bowling Club at 157 Hataitai Road. Market runs from 10am to 2pm.
If you would like to book at stall do let me know, stalls cost $15, free for kids or if you are sell items for a charity.
Free crafting table for kids
An selection of food and drinks will be on sale
Crafts
Plants
Join us and our pals from Sustainable Business Network for the third Green Team Gathering.
The theme for this gathering is – Sustainable transport solutions for a low carbon economy.
Your Sustainable Transport experts for the night are:
- Erik Zydervelt - Mevo, Founder/CEO
- Kathy Dunphy - … View moreJoin us and our pals from Sustainable Business Network for the third Green Team Gathering.
The theme for this gathering is – Sustainable transport solutions for a low carbon economy.
Your Sustainable Transport experts for the night are:
- Erik Zydervelt - Mevo, Founder/CEO
- Kathy Dunphy - NZTA, Senior Advisor, Environment and Sustainability
- Jonathan Parker - Thundergrid, Principal CEO
Tickets: $25 for existing attendees & $40 for a standard ticket (drinks and nibbles included in ticket price)
Neighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping … View moreNeighbourly gems are getting shout outs all over the country on our AMI Kind Neighbour Page. Have you got a good sort worthy of recognition? Get your nominations in here.
“I am 83 living alone. My neighbours Grant and Annette Phillips were wonderful during the lockdown, getting my shopping and taking me to the dentist when I broke my dentures and had no way of getting them mended. When I needed help in an emergency they were there for me reattaching the connections under my bed which I could not get to.They have taken me to doctors appointments and helped when I needed help in the house after a fall and when my Medic Alarm has been activated.”
As we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their … View moreAs we come to the end of the second week of Term 3, some type of "New Normal" should be a part of your routine.
Now is the time to give us a call if your children are finding it hard to adjust to being back at school and trying to keep up. Don't let this feeling steal their confidence.
We have no-cost, no-obligation evaluations available every day. Give us a call today - we would love to help!
Roman blinds are becoming more and more popular every year but have you ever wondered why?
Here are our top 10 reasons for choosing a roman blind over curtains:
1. This type of dressing is perfect for smaller windows, which could be overwhelmed by a pair of curtains. Perfect for cottage … View moreRoman blinds are becoming more and more popular every year but have you ever wondered why?
Here are our top 10 reasons for choosing a roman blind over curtains:
1. This type of dressing is perfect for smaller windows, which could be overwhelmed by a pair of curtains. Perfect for cottage windows, a roman blind will sit neatly within the recess without taking up any space either side of the window.
2. If you're a fan of a particular design range but can't decide between two fabrics, then have both! You could use one for the curtains and a co-ordinating fabric for the blind. Choosing two fabrics from the same collection is a guarantee that they will sit well together and compliment each other perfectly.
3. Perhaps you favour a clean, contemporary, minimalist look. Roman blinds are the ideal choice for this situation, as they have no fussy frills or extra fabric. A roman blind uses the minimum of material and looks like a flat piece of fabric when closed. It folds up concertina style to create smart, sharp folds.
4. If you have a radiator sitting directly under your window covering it with a pair of curtains will ensure that the majority of the heat produced goes up behind the curtains and sits between them and the window. A blind will cover only the window itself offering protection from draughts whilst still allowing the heat to circulate.
5. If you have a wide window or a bay window then the amount of curtaining needed to cover the window will be considerable. Opening and closing such heavy curtains twice a day can become a real bind. It's much easier to fit a pair of dress curtains and then use one or more roman blinds to swiftly open and close each morning and evening.
6. As a roman blind uses less fabric than a pair of curtains, you can use a large, bold or colourful pattern without fear of overkill.
7. Using a roman blind allows you to lower the blind to protect from the glare of the sun. The pleating style gives plenty of option between open and closed depending on how low the sun is.
8. As blinds site in the recess or just outside the recess of the window then they use considerably less fabric than a pair of curtains would. This means that it can be 25% cheaper to fit a roman blind than a pair of curtains.
9. Roman blinds can be the ideal choice for a kitchen or bathroom in which you don't want lots of bulky fabric hanging over your sink or taking up precious space.
10. A door curtain can become annoying as ease of opening and closing the door can be compromised with lots of bulky fabric in the area. A roman blind can be fixed directly onto a glazed door making life much easier.
So there you have our top ten reasons for choosing a roman blind. If we've converted you to the appeal of a roman blind, click here to view our extensive range:
Dear Neighbours,
Do you like coffee? Of course! I know your answer.
Especially in this cold winter, a cup of coffee is my favorite.
In our store, we have the best coffee from Vietnam and Malaysia.
Have you tasted them? Come and have a try. You won't regret!
Enjoy!
Dear Wellingtonians,
We have just opened a small leather goods shop in Wellington. We sell high quality and ethically-made leather jackets, waistcoats, bags, wallets, briefcases, belts, and gloves for affordable prices. We are located on 34 Cuba street Te Aro. We would be glad to welcome you in … View moreDear Wellingtonians,
We have just opened a small leather goods shop in Wellington. We sell high quality and ethically-made leather jackets, waistcoats, bags, wallets, briefcases, belts, and gloves for affordable prices. We are located on 34 Cuba street Te Aro. We would be glad to welcome you in our store.
Thanks & regards,
Huruhuru Authentic Leather
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