Thorndon Residents Association

04/05/2026

🌿 Guest Speakers at the TRA AGM – 12 May 🌿

We’re delighted to have Ian Turk and Kena Duignan from the Ngaio Climate Crew joining us at this year’s AGM

NCC is a volunteer‑led group supporting practical climate action in Ngāio and Crofton Downs — bringing neighbours together, sharing know‑how, and backing local projects that reduce emissions and strengthen communities.

Ian and Kena will talk about what the Crew has been doing, what’s worked, and their vision for community‑driven climate action. Their session will start around 6:25pm, after the AGM formalities.

All welcome — come along, listen in, and join the conversation.

26/04/2026

No matter your age, fairness matters. So why, when someone leaves a retirement village, can it take years to get their own money back?
As Consumer NZ highlights, there’s currently no law requiring villages to repay residents within a set timeframe. Payments can be delayed until a unit is re-licensed, leaving people out of pocket, under stress and struggling to fund care or move closer to whānau.
The Government is proposing a 12-monh repayment rule (for future residents only). Consumer NZ says that’s not good enough.
Consumer NZ is calling for a fairer approach, repayment within 3 months for all residents.
83% of Kiwis agree. Add your voice, sigh and share the petition. Goal 65,000 signatures by 20 May. Please sign and share Consumer NZ petition

No one should be left waiting for their own money. Join our fight for fast and fair repayment within three months.

22/04/2026

Check out the Community Climate Action event which is part of Wellington City Council’s Climate Festival Pōneke 2026.
The programme can be found via the link below.

14/04/2026

Faultline Ultra coming to Wellington and needs the Thorndon community’s support.
BE PART OF THE FAULTLINE CREW! 🏃‍♂️💨
There are volunteer roles available from Thurs 23rd to Sun 26th April, and we would love your help to keep our runners safe and the vibes high.

Why volunteer?
✅ Support the trail community
✅ Flexible shifts (Thurs-Sun)
✅ Front-row action at all the best spots

Ready to give back? Check out the roles and grab a shift here:
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Click here to become a volunteer with Barefoot Sport

06/03/2026

NOTICE: Cottleville Terrace will be closed Monday 9th March between 9am - 5pm while a crane uplifts the poplar tree from Mansfield Towers.

31/01/2026

The Thorndon Residents’ Association (TRA) has lodged submissions with Wellington City Council opposing the proposals to shorten the Variable Speed Limit zone near Queen Margaret College on Hobson Street to 60 metres at the northern end of the zone, and near St Mary’s College on Hawkstone Street (western end) to less than 75 metres. Waka Kotahi’s national guidance recommends a 150‑metre zone length for urban school areas, a standard widely adopted to ensure safer conditions for children and all road users.

You can read TRA submissions here: https://www.thorndon.org.nz/tra-submissions-to-wcc-variable-speed-limits-near-colleges/

Further information is available in Wellington City Council’s Safe Speed Limits Outside Schools project, which clearly confirms that a 150 metre minimum applies: https://wellington.govt.nz/your-council/projects/safe-speed-limits-outside-schools

22/09/2025

Begonia House, a much-loved part of the Wellington Botanic Garden and our Thorndon neighbourhood, needs community support to stay open. If you can, please consider donating to help preserve this special space for everyone to enjoy.

The Begonia house is more than a renovation - it's a renewal of Wellington's spirit. Come join the party.

18/09/2025

Meet your mayoral candidates next Wednesday 24 September.
Listen, ask, and inform your vote!

https://www.thorndon.org.nz/events-calendar/

26/08/2025

Attention all residents with little daughters!

Kelburn Brownies is having an open night next Tuesday 26 August from 5.30 - 7pm! They are reopening this unit in Term 4 and extend a very warm welcome to come along and have a FREE taster and find out what Brownies is all about!
💛 for girls aged 7 - 9 years old in the Kelburn, Highbury, Te Aro, Northland, Wilton and Thorndon area (and beyond if this night suits!)
💛 an amazing programme featuring outdoors, STEM, cooking, confidence, friendship and craft activities plus more!
💛 expressions of interest for term 4 being taken now
💛 join us for our mid-winter themed open night - no charge! ❄
💛 they have spaces in some of our Wadestown Brownie unit which meets on Wednesdays from 5.30 - 7pm if that suits better (Note: Northland Brownies will be reopening in Term 1 2026)
Please email or text on the below if your daugther would like to join us next Tuesday at our open night!
📱 027 292 2007
📧 [email protected]

31/07/2025

FYI to all our residents:
Molesworth St closing 1 – 4 August

14/05/2025

JOIN TRA
🏡 Love our neighbourhood? Let’s keep it thriving - join the Thorndon Residents’ Association and help spread the load! 💪

www.thorndon.org.nz/join-us/