Thorndon, Wellington

145 days ago

Breaking News!

Plane Sense from Plane Sense

Plane Sense Wellington Inc. has filed and served legal proceedings against Airways, Aeropath Ltd, Wellington International Airport Ltd and the Director of Civil Aviation. The respondents are being challenged to account for public health, safety and legal issues, resulting from decisions made before… View morePlane Sense Wellington Inc. has filed and served legal proceedings against Airways, Aeropath Ltd, Wellington International Airport Ltd and the Director of Civil Aviation. The respondents are being challenged to account for public health, safety and legal issues, resulting from decisions made before and after implementing the DMAPS flight path change, on 1 December 2022. The flight path change increases aircraft movements at Wellington Airport, it diverts jet aircraft over residences sooner than the previous path, and the change took place without consultation with the community.

Support our suburbs - this time it's our community, next time it could be yours.

Read the impact on residents' health here - planesensewellington.com/people

Latest Media release - drive.google.com...

Supporting documentation - drive.google.com...

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137 days ago

Want to Know Thy Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Look at these lovely faces around New Zealand who have introduced themselves on our Know Thy Neighbour page. We all love learning about the people around us and we want you to join in too!

So share a photo and a little bit about yourself so your neighbours can (virtually) meet you!
Introduce yourself here

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138 days ago

Want to put your fruit and veges to good use?

NZ Gardener

Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll … View more
Is your garden producing more fruit and veg than you know what to do with? Or are you simply wanting to add more to your cooking? NZ Gardener has teamed up with Upstart Press this August with a great subscription offer to help you out!

Subscribe to NZ Gardener for 1 or 2 years and you’ll receive the Abundance plant-based recipe book by Anna Valentine. Abundance offers over 100 recipes that are filling, healthy and packed with flavour, plus enjoy your monthly dose of NZ Gardener magazine - the perfect combo. T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ Gardener
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152 days ago

CYCLE SPEED BUMPS - WTF?

Neil from Thorndon

Speed bumps have been installed at the intersection of Hill Street and Tinakori Rd but get this - they're in the cycle lane!
Looking left to check for traffic coming up Tinakori Rd today l was jolted into the air by these ridiculous speed bumps in the cycle lane. Of all the dumb ideas by the … View more
Speed bumps have been installed at the intersection of Hill Street and Tinakori Rd but get this - they're in the cycle lane!
Looking left to check for traffic coming up Tinakori Rd today l was jolted into the air by these ridiculous speed bumps in the cycle lane. Of all the dumb ideas by the current City Council this has to be the most stupid!
The Thorndon Quay debacle is the current winner for dumb WCC spending but these speed bumps for cycles come close.

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138 days ago

Aged Care Employee Day

Rita Angus Retirement Village

August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest … View more
August 7 is Aged Care Employee Day. Today, we take the opportunity to honour our compassionate and dedicated carers. Introducing Helen Danielsen, who has worked in the Special Care Unit at Ernest Rutherford Village for 15 years.

When Senior Caregiver Helen Danielsen first joined the Ernest Rutherford Special Care team, it was working the night shift as it was the perfect job to manage while she raised her children as a single mum.

Click read more for the full story.

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139 days ago

Friends of Karori Cemetery: Upcoming Tours

Julia Kennedy from Friends of Karori Cemetery

September Tours

Our tours for September have a magical or mysterious theme. Come on one or all of them!

Evening Tour | Friday 6th September 8:00pm

Hangman's Noose | Sunday 8th September 10:30am

Murder & Mayhem | Sunday 8th September 1:00pm
(at the time of printing we currently… View more
September Tours

Our tours for September have a magical or mysterious theme. Come on one or all of them!

Evening Tour | Friday 6th September 8:00pm

Hangman's Noose | Sunday 8th September 10:30am

Murder & Mayhem | Sunday 8th September 1:00pm
(at the time of printing we currently only have 1 ticket left for this tour, if you need to book more than one ticket, please email us at info@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz)

Tickets for each tour are $10 per person (+ booking fee). Children under 12 are free.

To find out more about these tours and to book your ticket, please visit our ticketing website on the link below:

events.humanitix.com...

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150 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69.2% Yes, always ask
    69.2% Complete
  • 29.8% No
    29.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2789 votes
139 days ago

Want to live more sustainably? Try an eBike!

Bosch eBike Systems

Keen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a … View moreKeen to avoid traffic and find a healthier, more fun way to get to work? Or fancy a weekend mission exploring your neighbourhood on two wheels? How about saving money on fuel, reducing your carbon and boosting your health all at the same time? On an eBike you can do all this without arriving a sweaty mess, either!

Contact your local Bosch-powered eBike dealer to organise a test ride and find out more about living more sustainably with your eBike.

Feel the Flow!

The Team at Bosch eBike Systems
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139 days ago

Spring is near

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Just 1 month too go! Would you like a fresh look in the garden by september ?
We can do that i am sure please text or call ian
On 0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

141 days ago

Marsden expands its innovative NCEA+ programme

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

With a proven track record of outstanding NCEA results, Marsden continues to provide a solid educational foundation.
While many Wellington schools have dispensed with NCEA Level 1, Marsden remains steadfast in offering a rigorous Level 1 programme. NCEA+ lays a strong foundation for advanced … View more
With a proven track record of outstanding NCEA results, Marsden continues to provide a solid educational foundation.
While many Wellington schools have dispensed with NCEA Level 1, Marsden remains steadfast in offering a rigorous Level 1 programme. NCEA+ lays a strong foundation for advanced study in Level 2 and beyond, focusing on 21st-century skills and preparing students for high-stakes learning and assessment.
Due to its success, Marsden is expanding NCEA+ to Level 2 in 2025, providing even more opportunities for bespoke learning.
Find out more

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141 days ago

ZUMBA GOLD dance fitness class in Northland

Yuri from Wadestown

Want to feel warm and energized, get fit, and groove to world rhythms with a happy group of (mostly) ladies? Come join us at Northland Memorial Community Centre at 11am on Wednesday! $3 per class ($20 for 7 classes). Enquiries to Yuri 021 205 1035 or message me via Neighbourly

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143 days ago

Lizzie Borden swings into Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

On a sweltering summer in 1892, a wealthy businessman and his wife were found murdered in their own home. Their daughter, Lizzie Borden, was the prime suspect.

Lizzie the Musical is the new punk-rock musical reimagining of the gripping true-crime case of Lizzie Borden, exploring the heady and … View more
On a sweltering summer in 1892, a wealthy businessman and his wife were found murdered in their own home. Their daughter, Lizzie Borden, was the prime suspect.

Lizzie the Musical is the new punk-rock musical reimagining of the gripping true-crime case of Lizzie Borden, exploring the heady and heated events leading up to the infamous trial that became a media sensation.

Explored through through the lens of a contemporary rock opera, Lizzie the Musical is equal parts Victorian drama and modern pun-rock rebellion. Revenge, betrayal, sex, murder! What really happened in the house of Borden? Come to Circa Theatre this weekend and find out for yourself!
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143 days ago

Free Workshop: Successfully navigating the NASC process

Judith from Khandallah

9am - 1pm, Saturday, 24 August, 2024
St Joseph’s Church, 152 Brougham St, Mt Victoria
The Needs Assessment & Service Coordination (NASC) process determines disability support services and funding for individuals. Four-hour session includes:
• System overview (eligibility)
• … View more
9am - 1pm, Saturday, 24 August, 2024
St Joseph’s Church, 152 Brougham St, Mt Victoria
The Needs Assessment & Service Coordination (NASC) process determines disability support services and funding for individuals. Four-hour session includes:
• System overview (eligibility)
• Assessment preparation
• Resource allocation
• Options if dissatisfied
• Effective resource use
For more information see attached document.
RSVP by 14 August - email ihcwellington@gmail.com, or reply via link in attached document.

IHC Wgtn NASC workshop Aug24.pdf Download View

143 days ago

Converting video tapes

Mathew from Northland

Do you want your video tapes converted to video files, so that you can keep watching them?

Negotiable

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143 days ago

Step it up!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

A splash of Resene red transforms a rumpty old ladder into a handy stool or nifty shelves.

Find out how to repurpose your old ladder.

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