Thorndon, Wellington

576 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty … View more
Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty of other birdlife, and most of them seemed to be performing ablutions including a fantail (unfortunately he was well hidden when he was bathing so the photo isn't very good!)."

Image
572 days ago

First Zumba Gold class in Wadestown tomorrow!

Yuri from Wadestown

Come in out of the cold and get warm! Zumba Gold is a low-impact dance fitness class for active older adults and anyone who loves moving to music. 11am at Wadestown Community Centre on Pitt Street, up the hill from Davids Hairstylists. Gold coin entry ($2). Enquiries: Yuri 021 205 035

Image
572 days ago

Complete bed package for single bed

Julie from Karori

I offered this for sale a while ago, but it was not taken up.
If you , or someone you know , could really do with this I am quite happy to let you have it free of charge.
Details in photos.

Free

572 days ago

Interested in a career in Midwifery?

Otago Polytechnic

Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start … View more
Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start our Bachelor of Midwifery degree in our Greater Wellington, Whanganui, or Palmerston North satellites.

If you’d like to talk to our educators and learn more about our programme, we have Information Evenings in June.

Whanganui · Tuesday 20 June · 5.30pm
Hutt Valley · Tuesday 20 June · 6pm
Palmerston North · Wednesday 21 June · 6pm
Porirua · Thursday 29 June · 6pm

Visit our website for locations and more details. We hope to see you there!
Find out more

Image
573 days ago

Community Garage Sale 10 June 2023

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

Our community garage sale is on Sat 10 June from 9am-12pm. Along with our own sales tables we are joined by local entrepeneurs. Come along and grab a bargain while shopping locally and sustainably.

Image
573 days ago

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply
Learn more

Image
583 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to … View more
This week an image from Rosa Marie.

"After what seems an eternity since I last went bird spotting, I managed to get myself out to Silverstream 2 afternoons in a row! I can't believe how many kingfishers are around but most of the time, they have been too far away on the powerlines to get decent photos of but it was a bonus today seeing one on a post in the driving range car park!
I have also spent some time watching the pesky blackbirds and waxeyes munch their way through the grapes on the grapevine."

Image
575 days ago

Vote in Stuff’s Love Your Local Awards...

The Team from Love Your Local

Celebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to … View moreCelebrate the local hospitality people and places that bring life and personality to your community. Is your most-loved barista, front of house person or team, roadside stall, bartender, food truck or takeaway, or new business the best in the region - or even the country? Go to stuff.co.nz/loveyourlocal to vote for your favourites and show them you appreciate what they do! Vote now

Image
576 days ago

Open Saturday

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 3 Jun) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor equipment (bikes, scooters, toy cars) and so much more. … View more
Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 3 Jun) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rd.

We have board games, Brain Box sets, jigsaw puzzles, Duplo, Lego, role play equipment, dress ups, outdoor equipment (bikes, scooters, toy cars) and so much more.

Not sure if the toy library is for you? Pop by to say hi and find out more. We welcome neighbours from all suburbs 😀

See you Saturday!

579 days ago

Carpet rug cleaning

Weng from Kelburn

Hi there, does anyone know of a reputable rug cleaner? Thank you in advance.

576 days ago

Cloche encounters of the vegetable kind

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Extend the boundaries of the garden season by making your own cloche protected in Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

Image
H
581 days ago

Hickory golfclubs

Heinz from Kelburn

Hi there,
Does anyone have some old wooden clubs lying around and want to get rid of them?
I am a keen hickory player and would like to buy some.
Thanks

577 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

It is not Friday but this image and words from Louise Thomas is too good to ignore.

"Wallace resented being called a cattle egret, he'd never stood on the back of a cow in his life. He was an inner city sports field bird, and preferred his worms with a hint of petroleum and sprinkled … View more
It is not Friday but this image and words from Louise Thomas is too good to ignore.

"Wallace resented being called a cattle egret, he'd never stood on the back of a cow in his life. He was an inner city sports field bird, and preferred his worms with a hint of petroleum and sprinkled with NPK fertiliser. Cattle egret (Bubulcus ibis), Wellington College No 1 field on Sunday. Bird #43 in 2023."

Image
577 days ago

New Group for Seniors

Angela Gordon from St Ninian's Uniting Parish

A new group for Seniors has started at St Ninian's (208 Karori Rd) every Tuesday from 10am-1pm.
Each week there is a fun programme of activities, games, entertainment and speakers with the aim of helping seniors meet others and feel connected to the community.
Morning tea & a light lunch… View more
A new group for Seniors has started at St Ninian's (208 Karori Rd) every Tuesday from 10am-1pm.
Each week there is a fun programme of activities, games, entertainment and speakers with the aim of helping seniors meet others and feel connected to the community.
Morning tea & a light lunch are provided for a koha.

We have seniors coming from all over Karori and the rest of Wellington, so come and check us out. Call the office on 476 7137 or email stnup@xtra.co.nz to let us know you're coming for catering purposes.

Image
580 days ago

Poll: Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, … View more
Anti-poverty campaigners are criticizing a campaign rolled out by the government. The campaign shares tips for New Zealanders to save energy while the energy companies continue to make huge profits at this time.
These tips include reassessing your power plan, switching off unused appliances, having heat pumps set to lower than 21°C, cold laundry washes and having showers of less than five minutes.

Vote in our poll and share what you think of these energy-saving tips below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

Image
Is showering in under 5 minutes doable?
  • 69% Yes
    69% Complete
  • 28.5% No
    28.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure
    2.5% Complete
4436 votes
Top