Vogeltown, Wellington

2091 days ago

Poll: Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki – exercise, independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

Do your kids walk, bike or scoot to school? What do you love about it?

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Movin' March
  • 18.6% Quality time
    18.6% Complete
  • 33.9% Exercise
    33.9% Complete
  • 37.3% Seeing my kids grow in confidence
    37.3% Complete
  • 8.5% Avoiding chaos at the school gate
    8.5% Complete
  • 1.7% Other (leave us a comment!)
    1.7% Complete
59 votes
2091 days ago

{PROPOSAL TO CLOSE ROAD}

The Team from Wellington City Council

Our Regulatory Processes Committee will be meeting on 27 March to consider the temporary closure of Buckle Street to Kent Terrace for the Night Noodle Markets from 5-14 April. If you object to this proposed road closure or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nzView moreOur Regulatory Processes Committee will be meeting on 27 March to consider the temporary closure of Buckle Street to Kent Terrace for the Night Noodle Markets from 5-14 April. If you object to this proposed road closure or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz before 4pm, Friday 15 March.

2091 days ago

Congratulations, Josh - Distinguished Toastmaster Award

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

Congratulations are in order for one of our members, Josh Deadman, who recently received the DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster Award).

The DTM represents the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters. Josh's journey included 40 speeches, a 2-hour workshop and being a Pathways … View more
Congratulations are in order for one of our members, Josh Deadman, who recently received the DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster Award).

The DTM represents the highest level of educational achievement in Toastmasters. Josh's journey included 40 speeches, a 2-hour workshop and being a Pathways Guide for 8 clubs in the Wellington and Kapiti areas, as well as a Mentor for our Newtown club.

A sterling effort, Josh - and thanks for all you continue to do for Newtown, and Toastmasters in general!

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2091 days ago

NZ's first Visible Wellbeing School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, … View more
Samuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, is a framework that can be applied to every lesson and activity, academic and co-curricular.

Research has shown that taking an intentional, strategic approach to student wellbeing provides positive flow-on effects to learning outcomes, and gifts each student the skills to manage their own wellbeing, lifelong.

Visit Marsden to find out more!
Find out more!

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2091 days ago

Which new entrances to the Outer Green Belt should we build first?

The Team from Wellington City Council

Our draft Outer Green Belt Management Plan contains proposals that may affect you. For example, we’re proposing five new entrances to the Outer Green Belt but we can’t build them all at once. Which ones do you think we should build first? To find out more and to make a submission on this or any… View moreOur draft Outer Green Belt Management Plan contains proposals that may affect you. For example, we’re proposing five new entrances to the Outer Green Belt but we can’t build them all at once. Which ones do you think we should build first? To find out more and to make a submission on this or any other parts of our plan go to: www.wellington.govt.nz...

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2093 days ago

Hey Neighbourly family - we need your help!

The Team from KidsCan Charitable Trust

In our own backyard, our youngest kids are going without the basics. Unlike schools, early childhood centres don’t have a nationwide support programme. Children under 5 are at the most crucial age for brain development.

But KidsCan is helping. Since October they've been delivering five … View more
In our own backyard, our youngest kids are going without the basics. Unlike schools, early childhood centres don’t have a nationwide support programme. Children under 5 are at the most crucial age for brain development.

But KidsCan is helping. Since October they've been delivering five fresh meals a week to 25 early childhood centres, and kitting out kids with new raincoats and shoes. They want to extend the programme, so no one misses out on learning.

KidsCan, Neighbourly and Stuff have partnered up to raise enough money to feed and clothe 1000 more children under five. To support a child, sign up at KidsCan.org.nz.
Donate now

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2094 days ago

"One voice can change a room"

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

...And just like that, it's nearly Wednesday again! The 2nd Wednesday of the month - which means it's Toastmasters time in Newtown.

Join us for another active night of speeches, evaluations and conversation. We're looking forward to meeting you, and working together through … View more
...And just like that, it's nearly Wednesday again! The 2nd Wednesday of the month - which means it's Toastmasters time in Newtown.

Join us for another active night of speeches, evaluations and conversation. We're looking forward to meeting you, and working together through communication and leadership challenges :)

Newtown Community Centre, 7.30 - 9.30pm.

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2094 days ago

Which of these is New Zealand's Loveliest Letterbox?

Resene

Thank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene … View more
Thank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene voucher - and so will the owner of the letterbox! Please help us decide our winners.

Tell is which letterbox is your favourite. CLICK HERE to vote now!
Vote now

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