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2223 days ago

Have you ever used avocado oil in your cooking?

Pamela Barnes from Avocado Oil NZ LTD

Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.

Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known … View more
Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.

Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known New Zealand chef Michael Van de Elzen.

Pure avocado goodness, with at least 12 avocados in every bottle, Grove Avocado Oil is a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. Discover why Grove is NZ’s number one avocado oil. Available online and in leading supermarkets.

The Grove Team
Check out our recipes!

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2223 days ago

Wellington bus customers face potential disruption from bus driver strike

Community Engagement Advisor from

Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Tuesday 23 October due to a strike by members of the Tramways Union. The strike could go beyond Tuesday and we are monitoring the situation.

Please plan before you travel, or make alternative … View more
Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Tuesday 23 October due to a strike by members of the Tramways Union. The strike could go beyond Tuesday and we are monitoring the situation.

Please plan before you travel, or make alternative transport plans. We will keep you updated on our website and social media.

For more information visit our website.

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2224 days ago

State Highway 1 still closed after separate truck crashes, limiting access to Wellington

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Road access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.

- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at… View more
Road access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.

- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at the start of Labour Weekend. The road reopened about 1pm.
- An earlier truck crash about 3.45am near Pukerua Bay on SH1 has been blocking the road in both directions. The Mainfreight truck was carrying hazardous chemicals and paint products. The driver received minor injuries.

Motorists have been warned of major delays, and light vehicles can use the Paekākāriki Hill Rd. The section of road between Paekākāriki and Grays Rd at Mana is closed and Police said it could remain this way until late.

Keep up-to-date with the traffic chaos here.
NZTA regional transport systems manager Mark Owen said: "If people are heading out of town they need to think of an alternative at this stage, and it's certainly going to take a lot longer if they take an alternative route."

Police have asked motorists to avoid the area.

2224 days ago

Your all day, every day route across town

Metlink

Route 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.

Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the… View more
Route 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.

Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the Metlink Commuter app.
www.metlink.org.nz/customer-services/heres-what-were-doing/

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2224 days ago

Plan ahead for Labour weekend

Community Engagement Advisor from

All services will be running on public holiday timetables on Monday 22 October.

?: All buses will be running on Sunday timetables
?️: Wellington Harbour ferry will be running on a weekend timetable
?: Buses will be replacing most train services

To learn more, view the full updates on our … View more
All services will be running on public holiday timetables on Monday 22 October.

?: All buses will be running on Sunday timetables
?️: Wellington Harbour ferry will be running on a weekend timetable
?: Buses will be replacing most train services

To learn more, view the full updates on our website.

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2225 days ago

Planning on hitting the water this weekend? ⛵💦

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's … View more
Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.

2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.

3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.

Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.

#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness

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2225 days ago

Service disruption for Friday 19 October

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Metlink has been advised of a Tramways Union stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October. This means some bus services will be reduced or cancelled in Wellington City and Hutt Valley between 9am and 3pm.

All off-peak bus services on routes 2, 3, 12, 14, 18, 18e, 20, 21, 22, 81 and 83 will be … View more
Metlink has been advised of a Tramways Union stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October. This means some bus services will be reduced or cancelled in Wellington City and Hutt Valley between 9am and 3pm.

All off-peak bus services on routes 2, 3, 12, 14, 18, 18e, 20, 21, 22, 81 and 83 will be cancelled. Other off-peak services may also be affected.

Here’s what you need to know:
School services shouldn’t be affected
Normal services will operate until 9am
All off-peak bus services on routes 2, 3, 12, 14, 18, 18e, 20, 21, 22, 81 and 83 will be cancelled
Other services may also be affected
Normal services are expected to resume for the afternoon peak
Those who use the affected routes are advised to consider alternative transport options. Metlink would also like to alert you to the intended industrial action called for by the Tramways Union from Tuesday 23 October.

For more information on delayed and cancelled services please call our Metlink team on 0800 801 700.

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2225 days ago

Don't forget to enter Colour Your Community!

Resene

For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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For a second year, Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! Make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a little love. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Enter now

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2225 days ago

Cancelled bus service on Friday 19 October

Metlink

The bus driver stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October between 9am and 3pm means some of our services will unfortunately be cancelled in Wellington city and Hutt Valley. Learn more

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2225 days ago

Bus driver stop-work meeting – off-peak disruption Friday 19 October

Community Engagement Advisor from

The bus driver stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October between 9am and 3pm means some of our services will unfortunately be cancelled in Wellington city and Hutt Valley. Other services may also be affected. Those who use the affected routes are advised to check the Metlink website and consider … View moreThe bus driver stop-work meeting on Friday 19 October between 9am and 3pm means some of our services will unfortunately be cancelled in Wellington city and Hutt Valley. Other services may also be affected. Those who use the affected routes are advised to check the Metlink website and consider alternative transport options.

Metlink would also like to alert you to intended industrial action called for by the Tramways Union from Tuesday 23 October. Metlink is in constant contact with our operators and is monitoring the situation. We will update you via our Metlink channels as more information becomes available.

To find out the services available and any cancellations, visit our website

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2226 days ago

Get Ready To Drop, Cover, Hold! 😁👍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -

Friendly reminder that Shake Out, our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, is happening tomorrow.

At 9:30am over 800,000 people across the country will drop, cover, and hold!

Are you joining in?

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

2226 days ago

Social climbers - the comedy - is touring NZ!

Roger Halls Sparkling Comedy Social Climbers

What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain … View more
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.

Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.

Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.

Buy tickets for Paraparaumu.

Buy tickets for Wellington City.
Buy tickets here!

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2227 days ago

Staying safe at Maymorn plantation forest during harvesting

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

People ignoring forestry warning signs and standing underneath industrial log hauler cables are taking risks they could be seriously hurt.

We’ve had people enter Maymorn plantation forest during intensive harvesting operations despite the extensive signs and warnings. While anyone can make … View more
People ignoring forestry warning signs and standing underneath industrial log hauler cables are taking risks they could be seriously hurt.

We’ve had people enter Maymorn plantation forest during intensive harvesting operations despite the extensive signs and warnings. While anyone can make mistakes, this behaviour is deliberate and reckless.

A 48ha block of mature trees around Maymorn is being harvested and this will continue through to Christmas. GWRC and PF Olsen have done everything we can to ensure visitor safety and part-access to the forest during the harvesting. All the information is on our website – please use it to plan your trip. If you are visiting please read and heed the signs for your own safety.

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2227 days ago

A beautiful, personalised farewell for your loved one

Haven Falls Funeral Home

Haven Falls can arrange any type of funeral service depending on your family’s spiritual and cultural traditions. We offer 24-hour quality care and professional service Auckland-wide, with funeral packages from $3,990 + GST. No deposit required, 30 day invoice.

Find us at 3 View Road, … View more
Haven Falls can arrange any type of funeral service depending on your family’s spiritual and cultural traditions. We offer 24-hour quality care and professional service Auckland-wide, with funeral packages from $3,990 + GST. No deposit required, 30 day invoice.

Find us at 3 View Road, Henderson.

Phone 09 838 1616 and 0800 428363 or visit our website www.havenfalls.co.nz for more information.
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