Vogeltown, Wellington

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

654 days ago

Swapping an off-grid dream house in Swanson for a Cromwell hut

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Meet a family with four boys (almost) that's up for adventure - and they don't mind roughing it in the process.

642 days ago

An Invite to Our Past

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the … View more
He iwi tahi tatou. Together we are one nation, united by Te Whare Rūnanga, standing tall next to the Treaty House and built by the hands of my whānau for not only Māori and Pākehā, but all New Zealanders. I invite you to come and share in their story.”

Pita Tipene is the Chair of the Waitangi National Trust. He, and all of those all of those at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, invite you to come and feel the stories that shaped Aotearoa.
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642 days ago

HOMESTAY NEEDED FOR A GERMAN BOY for 4½ months

Rachel from Mount Cook

Would you like the opportunity to make a difference to the experience of an international student? Can you provide an inclusive and supportive home for an international student?

Wellington High School has a 17 year old German boy needing a homestay. He has been in Wellington for 8 months and … View more
Would you like the opportunity to make a difference to the experience of an international student? Can you provide an inclusive and supportive home for an international student?

Wellington High School has a 17 year old German boy needing a homestay. He has been in Wellington for 8 months and will return to Germany in July this year.

This student is active and engaged in Wellington life but he is looking for a family that he can spend time with and share activity and conversation. Is this you?

Our homestay fee is $320.00 p/w.
For more information please contact our Homestay Manager:
Di Jordan
homestay@whs.school.nz
021 020 63860

643 days ago

Turning the tables

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Give a dull brown table a fresh light look using a modern chalk paint style effect.

Find out how to refresh your table with this handy advice.

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647 days ago

Poll: Is our government making the right decisions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? … View more
We've seen the devastation of flood waters, yet the Government backed down on plans to protect wetlands (which help soak up heavy rain) after they received complaints by property developers.
Are you confident we're making the right decisions to protect us from future disasters? Let's discuss!

Share your thoughts in the comments below - add NFP if you don't want these shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Is our government making the right decisions?
  • 2.4% Yes, I back the decision to build over wetlands
    2.4% Complete
  • 88.3% No, we need to focus on preventing future flooding
    88.3% Complete
  • 7.2% Sort of - we can't always cater to the 'what-ifs'
    7.2% Complete
  • 2.1% I don't know
    2.1% Complete
4257 votes
644 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or … View more
Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help. Applications close at midnight on Monday March the 20th 2023.

See our eligibility requirements.
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645 days ago

Join us this International Women's Day for dance, comedy, poetry, music + more!

Ashlee from Mount Cook

For International Women’s Day 2023, we’re showcasing the voices and talents of women and gender diverse people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join us at Fourth-Wave, a festival which aims to celebrate intersectionality and empower women through kōrero and performance.

Fourth-Wave will feature … View more
For International Women’s Day 2023, we’re showcasing the voices and talents of women and gender diverse people in Aotearoa New Zealand. Join us at Fourth-Wave, a festival which aims to celebrate intersectionality and empower women through kōrero and performance.

Fourth-Wave will feature dance, comedy, poetry, music, plus a live recording of a panel for our Get Woke Wellington radio show and podcast. Finger food will be provided, and a cash bar will be available for the purchase of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Follow our Facebook event for announcements on our performers: www.facebook.com...

This is an event for everyone - we welcome people of all genders and ages. Thank you in advance for being respectful, kind, and considerate to other attendees, and helping us make Fourth-Wave truly safe and fun for all.

The Wellington Branch of National Council of Women New Zealand is excited to present Fourth-Wave for the first time in 2023. Get your tickets before they sell out - prices starting from $20! events.humanitix.com...

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648 days ago

Climate march on Friday 3 March

Violet from Newtown

The extreme weather New Zealand is experiencing was made worse as a result of climate change. We are standing in it. Join us in our demand for urgent climate mitigation (reducing emissions) and adaptation.
Meet at Civic Square at 2pm on 3 March. We'll march down Willis Street and Lambton … View more
The extreme weather New Zealand is experiencing was made worse as a result of climate change. We are standing in it. Join us in our demand for urgent climate mitigation (reducing emissions) and adaptation.
Meet at Civic Square at 2pm on 3 March. We'll march down Willis Street and Lambton Quay, to Parliament grounds. This is a peaceful, intergeneration action - so bring your friends, family and workmates, and also your protest signs, sun protection and water!
Fridays for Future Te Upoko o Te Ika and School Strike for Climate Te Whangananui-a-tara.

GCS23_WEL_A3.pdf Download View

645 days ago

Age Concern Wellington Region CEO interviewed on Hutt City FM

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

In February, Age Concern Wellington Region CEO, Stephen Opie, was interviewed on Hutt City FM. You can listen to the full interview here:

www.youtube.com...

645 days ago

Wellington Suicide Loss Support Group

Alexis Neighbourly Lead from Mount Cook

Have you lost a friend or relative to suicide and would like the support of others going through this devastating loss?

The first meeting will take place at Olive Cafe Cuba Street Wellington on Saturday 11th March at 2pm.

RSVP and further information to alexismundy12@gmail.com or text … View more
Have you lost a friend or relative to suicide and would like the support of others going through this devastating loss?

The first meeting will take place at Olive Cafe Cuba Street Wellington on Saturday 11th March at 2pm.

RSVP and further information to alexismundy12@gmail.com or text 0212868176

EVERYONE WELCOME!!

Alexis

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645 days ago

Amigos Talk: Medic Alert Fri 24 Feb

Anita from Mount Victoria

Medic Alert in the Modern, Connected, Digital, Health World.
If you have a medical condition, Medic Alert provides lifesaving information services, supported with an internationally recognised medical ID.
St Peter Church Under Croft (entrance from Ghuzhnee St)
1.30pm - 3pm
Followed by … View more
Medic Alert in the Modern, Connected, Digital, Health World.
If you have a medical condition, Medic Alert provides lifesaving information services, supported with an internationally recognised medical ID.
St Peter Church Under Croft (entrance from Ghuzhnee St)
1.30pm - 3pm
Followed by afternoon tea, all welcome

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645 days ago

Cyclone Gabrielle Relief Fund

Tania from Brooklyn

We have started a giveallitle page for Cyclone Gabrielle. We are already up to $1,200.00 and this will go directly to the people. Please donate and click on the link givealittle.co.nz.... You will be making a difference.

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646 days ago

Stop paying too much!

The team at NZ Compare

The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many … View more
The affordability of everyday items just keeps increasing!

If it’s not the petrol prices, it’s the cost of food, insurance or rates and let’s not get started on mortgage interest costs!

Home loan interest rates don't stay the same for long these days and it’s causing many households to feel stressed out. Could you be saving thousands of dollars a year? If you don't check, you don't know.

Get a FREE mortgage health check through Money Compare and find out. If you could save money, why wouldn’t you right?!
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647 days ago

Calling all Knitters!!!

Alyse from Brooklyn

In the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers … View moreIn the wake of the devastating effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, my dad's beautiful partner who lives in Napier, has asked if I would post this. She is currently knitting lots of booties for babies who are in families that have lost everything and is wondering if anyone could knit some slippers for older children ( they have enough booties) even wool donations would be appreciated! I'm happy to send them up if you'd drop to me. Or you can send to address inserted at the bottom of second photo. Thanks 😊 🙏

647 days ago

Painting & plastering services

William from Mount Cook

Skill painters/ plasterers. Offering:

- Interior and exterior house painting
- Interior plastering

Fast services, competitive price and excellent finish.
Contact for free quotes or estimates:
(Ph) 022-466-1457 (William Tran)
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Skill painters/ plasterers. Offering:

- Interior and exterior house painting
- Interior plastering

Fast services, competitive price and excellent finish.
Contact for free quotes or estimates:
(Ph) 022-466-1457 (William Tran)
(E) info@zebrapainting.co.nz

For more information, please visit us at:
www.zebrapainting.co.nz...

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