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< Back to Business Directory Sunshine Studios hello@sunshinestudios.co.nz 3/210 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: By appointment only WELLINGTON NEWBORN AND FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER I am a Family Portrait Photographer. Capturing the intense love and interactions that make your Family unique. Whether you chose a classic Studio portrait session or prefer portraits in the comfort of your own home, I strive to provide a fun and laid back session where you can be yourselves.

< Back to Business Directory Easyswim Swim School 04 234 7946 book@easyswim.co.nz 4 Oxford Street, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Seven days a week: Swimming lessons Office hours Monday to Friday : 9am-3pm Swimming lessons for all - from Infants of 3 months, to adults of any age. There's a time and a group for everyone. Book on our app and choose from a range of times to suit your schedule and lifestyle. Our lessons are taught by qualified instructors in small groups, at safe, warm pools in Tawa, Johnsonville and Khandallah. Whether you are learning to swim, improving your technique, or preparing for school swim sports, Easyswim can help you. Swimming is one of the most valuable lifesaving skills to have. Let us help your child, and you, learn the techniques needed to both survive in the water and have fun doing it!

< Back to Business Directory Skye Candle and Body Care 022 122 1722 kash@skyecandleandbodycare.co.nz 190 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday: 10 am - 5 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: Closed Handcrafted range of soy candles, wax melts, tea lights, and gift sets, along with luxurious body butter, bath, body, and skincare products. Infused with kawakawa, aromatherapy, and essential oils, everything is made in small batches with care — perfect for thoughtful gifting or everyday indulgence.

Trendy Barbers Ltd < All Job Vacancies Barbers Trendy Barbers Ltd Full Time Min 30 hours $25 - $30 per hour depending on experience CLOSING DATE BELOW IF SPECIFIED Join Our Team at Trendy Barbers Limited! Are you a skilled barber with a passion for style and precision? Trendy Barbers Limited is on the lookout for five full-time barbers to fill vacant positions at our Tawa and Johnsonville locations in Wellington. If you meet our requirements, we want to hear from you! Job Requirements: Minimum 3 years of industry experience. Weekend and late-night availability. Minimum 30 hours of guaranteed work. Proficiency in all types of haircuts, fades, shaving, trim-ups, clipper-on-comb, and beard line-ups. Must be friendly with kids and skilled with a razor. Excellent communication skills and a strong focus on providing top-notch customer service. Willingness to work at different locations. Punctuality and reliability are essential. Pay Conditions: Salary: $25 to $30 per hour, based on experience and skill level. Pay will be commensurate with your qualifications and abilities. At Trendy Barbers Limited, we're committed to offering a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We value professionalism, creativity, and the ability to deliver exceptional services to our valued clients. Join us, and you'll become part of a dynamic team where your skills and dedication will be highly appreciated. If you believe you meet these qualifications and are ready to embark on an exciting career with us, don't hesitate to apply. Contact Mohammed at trendybarbers@gmail.com to schedule an interview or for any inquiries. Be a part of the Trendy Barbers Limited family and help us keep Wellington looking sharp! Added 17 December 2025 trendybarbers@gmail.com APPLY HERE

< Back to Business Directory Just a Shop 04 232 4123 184 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington 5028, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Sunday - Closed. Timings - Monday to Saturday 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Sunday - Closed.

< Back to Business Directory Bucket Tree Lodge 04 232 4898 reservations@bucket-tree.co.nz 1 Boscobel Lane, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Open for guests 24/7. Receptionist timings varies Bucket Tree Lodge is 16km north of central Wellington, just off SH1, and is Tawa's only motel. Located in a park-like setting next to Willowbank Reserve, we provide the perfect opportunity to relax in a picturesque setting where you're stopping overnight or looking for an extended stay. We are just 12 minutes from Wellington's CBD and two minutes from SH 1, the ideal location if you're travelling north from Wellington City or heading south to catch the Cook Strait ferry. Adjacent to our grounds is the 5ha Willowbank Reserve, which has a playground and large, flat, grassed areas suitable for games and picnics. The reserve is also the starting point for the cycleway to Porirua City. There is a Countdown supermarket 5 minutes walk away and the local shops and restaurants are a 12-minute walk. Porirua City and Kenepuru Hospital are a 5-minute drive to the north. Our range of spacious accommodation includes studio suites and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom motels. Our larger motels have dishwashers, ovens and two TVs. Asure Bucket Tree Lodge is great for families on transfer or newly arrived families settling in New Zealand. Enquire about our weekly rates for extended stays.

< Back to Community Organisations Tawa Historical Society 04 232 6339 Tawa Community Centre 5 Cambridge Street, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Tawa Historical Society was established in 2001 from an initiative of the Rotary Club of Tawa. The Society has a membership of approximately 40 people interested in the heritage of the community of Tawa. We aim to accurately identify and to educate the Community about aspects of historical significance in the Tawa area and where appropriate to also advocate for their conservation. Our activities include research, fieldwork, publication, advocacy, and submission on heritage matters to the Wellington City Council. To find out more on how to join, please click here .

Creative Curtains < All Job Vacancies Showroom Manager Creative Curtains Full Time CLOSING DATE BELOW IF SPECIFIED 28 Feb 2026 About the role Creative Curtains Tawa is seeking an experienced, motivated, and customer-focused Showroom Manager to lead our Tawa, Wellington showroom. This full-time role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the showroom, delivering an exceptional customer experience, and driving sales performance for our premium home furnishings business. As Showroom Manager, you will lead by example on the showroom floor, combining hands-on customer engagement with operational excellence and team leadership. What you’ll be doing Managing the daily operations of the showroom to ensure a welcoming, professional, and high-performing environment Providing expert advice and guidance to customers on curtains, blinds, and home décor solutions Leading customer consultations, including product selection, measurements, and design guidance Driving sales performance by meeting and exceeding showroom sales and revenue targets Coaching, supporting, and motivating team members to deliver outstanding customer service Maintaining exceptional product knowledge and staying up to date with industry trends and new products Ensuring showroom presentation, visual merchandising, and stock levels are maintained to a high standard Building strong, long-lasting relationships with customers and the local community What we’re looking for Proven experience in retail leadership or showroom management, ideally within home furnishings or a design-led environment Strong sales capability with a track record of achieving and exceeding targets Excellent customer service skills with the ability to deliver personalised solutions Confident leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team Creative flair and an eye for design, with the ability to translate customer preferences into tailored solutions Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends, to support showroom operations What we offer At Creative Curtains Tawa, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer: Comprehensive product training and ongoing professional development Employee discounts across our full product range A collaborative, friendly, and design-focused team culture About us Creative Curtains Tawa is a leading provider of premium home furnishings in the Wellington region. With over 30 years of experience, we are known for our exceptional customer service, quality products, and innovative design solutions. Our mission is to help our customers transform their living spaces into beautiful, functional, and comfortable homes. If you’re a confident retail leader with a passion for customer experience, sales, and home décor, we’d love to hear from you. Apply directly to Lisa at info@creativecurtains.net.nz to join our team. Added 28 January 2026 021 865 806 info@creativecurtains.net.nz APPLY HERE

< Back to Business Directory Streetwise Coffee 027 739 3608 189 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday: 6 am - 4:30 pm Saturday & Sunday: 7 am - 4 pm We pride ourselves in making exceptional and awesome coffee, day in and day out. Every one of our baristas has had expert training. So, it doesn't matter which Streetwise Coffee cart you buy your favourite coffee from, it will taste just like the last one. And if you want a ristretto or macchiato, you won't get a blank stare. Our loyal customers not only rely on us in Tawa, but also when they're travelling. You can find 28 of our carts up and down the country. We are simply the best coffee, on the way to wherever you're going. We use top-grade coffee beans from The Roastery at Twenty Three, and stock amazing baked products by The Crafted and Co. and Gluten Free 4U. We're open 7 days a week.

< Back to Business Directory Hair@216 04 232 4888 216 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Tuesday: 9 am - 7 pm Wednesday: 9 am - 5 pm Thursday: 9 am - 8 pm Friday: 9 am - 4 pm Saturday: 9 am - 12:30 pm Sunday: Closed Hair@216 offers friendly, professional hairdressing services for the whole family in the heart of Tawa. Whether you're after a fresh cut, colour, or a new style, the experienced team at Hair@216 will help you look and feel your best in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

< Back to Business Directory Rappaw Veterinary Care 04 232 8382 tawa@rappaw.co.nz 224 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Monday to Friday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am - 12 ( Noon) Welcome to Rappaw Vets. Our purpose is to provide the best vet care to ensure that your pets are as healthy and happy as possible. That way, you can enjoy the human-pet bond to its fullest. We have pets to provide friendship, joy, fun, companionship and love. The relationship is at its best when this is mutual. The connection between us and our pets can be magical. At Rappaw Vets, as our name suggests, we are about having that great connection, bond, relationship. We want our practice and the people in our practice to have the same friendly, trusting relationship with you and your pet. By having a common understanding and sense that we share each other's desire to do the best for your pet and you, together we can help them achieve a long, healthy, happy life. Any Vet practice can say these things. We are proud to say we can back them up by having BESTPRACTICE accredited clinics (the only two vet clinics in all of Wellington and Porirua) and a very experienced team. We are the most popular practice in the north Wellington and Porirua region for a reason, seeing nearly 20,000 pets a year! With four Vet Clinics in Tawa, Paremata, Whitby and Titahi Bay, we strive to provide excellent service and care with a team that treats your pet personally. We are proud of this and believe in our motto.

< Back to Business Directory Tawa Central Dairy 04 232 8930 186 Main Road, Tawa, Wellington, New Zealand Hours: Seven Days a Week: 6 am - 10 pm