Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu

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1168 days ago

Animals on Petone beach as locals battle lockdown boredom

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Bison, orca and mammoths can all be found on Petone Beach, as locals unleash their pent-up creativity during lockdown.
It is also happening in another Lower Hutt suburb, Eastbourne.
Is there any public art appearing in your community during lockdown?
If you have some photos please post them.

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1168 days ago

Food Recall: Vegie Delights brand Savoury Vegie Mince

James from Waikanae

Life Health Foods NZ Limited is recalling a specific batch of its Vegie Delights brand Savoury Vegie Mince due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten) and an incorrect claim about gluten. People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic… View moreLife Health Foods NZ Limited is recalling a specific batch of its Vegie Delights brand Savoury Vegie Mince due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten) and an incorrect claim about gluten. People with a gluten allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten, this recall does not affect you.


READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

1167 days ago

Is a small business near you delivering?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting … View more
Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting local is easy with Support Local, Aotearoa. Have a browse or show your support by submitting a shoutout to a business near you now. They'll thank you for it.

Thanks for supporting local.
Browse the directory

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1168 days ago

Bubble Tea Take-Away & More!

The Team from

Bubble Tea Take-Away is here at Fusion Food Haus Kitchen! A myriad of flavours. Order Online: ffh.nz... . Click & Collect address is included at Online Order confirmation. See Menu for just some yummies but more to come. Eftpos also available. Conditions for Deliveries apply. Fun times!

1168 days ago

Upcycled chandelier

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kapiti

Up your potted plants game with this easy recycling project finished in Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1170 days ago

Would you sell your house in lockdown?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Unlike the lockdown in 2020, it appears that houses are still selling and the property market is still active.
Would you buy or sell your house in the current climate?

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1168 days ago

Support the Compassion Soup Kitchen’s Appeal

Compassion Soup Kitchen

For the last 120 years, the Compassion Soup Kitchen has served hot meals to people doing it tough with no questions asked. Because of the generosity of Wellingtonians like you, no one has ever been turned away due to a lack of food.

Today, our meal service is needed more than ever! We hit record… View more
For the last 120 years, the Compassion Soup Kitchen has served hot meals to people doing it tough with no questions asked. Because of the generosity of Wellingtonians like you, no one has ever been turned away due to a lack of food.

Today, our meal service is needed more than ever! We hit record numbers during Level 4 Lockdown serving 230 meals a day, 7 days a week. Can you help us continue to feed those that need it most?

Donate to our annual appeal today and provide a nutritious meal for people living on the margins.

Donate now via soupkitchen.org.nz/donate/donate-money.
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1170 days ago

Covid vaccinations

David from Waikanae

I'm sorry to be such an appalling bore, having already warned you of the
inefficiency of our health minders, but you really should know what a total balls the local DHB has made of the covid vaccination rollout.

I have just copied this from the Stuff website - "Covid-19 NZ: New … View more
I'm sorry to be such an appalling bore, having already warned you of the
inefficiency of our health minders, but you really should know what a total balls the local DHB has made of the covid vaccination rollout.

I have just copied this from the Stuff website - "Covid-19 NZ: New Zealand's vaccine rollout explained in 11 charts" By Henry Cooke and Kate Newton. 19:02, Sep 01 2021.

"Just 667,000 people in group 3 have had a single dose or more, while 470,000 have had both doses. Given we know that there are 750,000 or so people aged over 65+, we can be certain many of these vulnerable people aren’t protected.
...........it is striking that group 4 – healthy people with no existing conditions under 65 – have now overtaken group 3, with 1m of them having had a first dose, and 242,000 having a second.
This likely has something to do with the booking system. Many people in group 3 will have booked their vaccines well-before the “big" rollout got started, and with it the huge mass vaccination centres and doses at GPs. They might not have been able to find an appointment until late-September or October, while those in group 4 booking in recent weeks could often find a slot."
My wife (aged 73 and with COPD) had a booking for her second shot the day after we went into the recent lockdown. It didn't happen. Given that the clinic was doing 400 or so shots per day, her midday appointment would have put her at about number 200 on their waitlist. Instead, she received a phone message rescheduling her to an appointment 3 weeks later. That put her some 4200 places down the waitlist for that clinic. She's still waiting.
It doesn't much matter - we're all going to die anyway. But it is bloody annoying.

1169 days ago

View our Council Meetings

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Did you know you can watch our Council meetings on Youtube?

Tune in at 1.30pm to watch the livestream of today’s Extraordinary Council meeting. The agenda includes the change to the Council calendar of meetings during the COVID-19 response.

You can also view any past meetings on our YouTube … View more
Did you know you can watch our Council meetings on Youtube?

Tune in at 1.30pm to watch the livestream of today’s Extraordinary Council meeting. The agenda includes the change to the Council calendar of meetings during the COVID-19 response.

You can also view any past meetings on our YouTube channel, including this morning’s Strategy & Operations Committee meeting where councillors discussed:

🐝 Submissions and high-level analysis for the draft Keeping of Animals, Bees and Poultry Bylaw 2021
📈 Fourth quarter activity report
🏦 Finance Report as at 30 June 2021
👫 Residents' Opinion Survey Annual Results 2020/21
🏦 Contracts under Delegated Authority.

Click on the links below to see todays meeting and past meetings...

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1172 days ago

Who has a rabbit problem?

Cameron Scott from Waikanae

Looking for a semi rural property to shoot rabbits on in exchange for a box of beers every now and again. (I will use a high powered air rifle with a silencer). I'm a careful shooter and won't visit until level 2, cheers Cam.

1169 days ago

We Say/You Say: Lockdown low-down

Reporter Kāpiti Observer

Kia ora Kāpiti,

What has been some good news in your neighbourhood that's happened during the lockdown?

Kia ora neighbours, we're getting a lot of stories about Covid-19 saturating our newsfeed and the media as of late and we're keen on helping put a damper on that. We'd … View more
Kia ora Kāpiti,

What has been some good news in your neighbourhood that's happened during the lockdown?

Kia ora neighbours, we're getting a lot of stories about Covid-19 saturating our newsfeed and the media as of late and we're keen on helping put a damper on that. We'd love for you to tell us some of the more light-hearted stories that you think deserve a shoutout.

Maybe it's a community hero that's been helping out those that are self-isolating, something you discovered while out exercising in your bubble, or something you're doing to help pass the time.

Let us know in the comments below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Kāpiti Observer.

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1172 days ago

What takeaways are you looking forward to under Level Three?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

All going well, we should soon be able to get takeaways delivered.
What are you looking forward to fish and chips, pizza or maybe something from your favourite Indian or Chinese takeaway?
Tell us what you have been missing most?
If you are a takeaway or a restaurant how are you going to operate … View more
All going well, we should soon be able to get takeaways delivered.
What are you looking forward to fish and chips, pizza or maybe something from your favourite Indian or Chinese takeaway?
Tell us what you have been missing most?
If you are a takeaway or a restaurant how are you going to operate under Level Three?
If you do not what want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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1170 days ago

Mental Health + Well-Being - September 1st to 30th 😌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they don’t have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For … View more
Did you know 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they don’t have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For the month of September, we want to come together to share ways to boost mental health and well-being. For example, you could host an online catch up or quiz, call a neighbour who lives alone, challenge your family and friends to try a new hobby or move your body more to improve your own well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for free support from a trained counsellor.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re looking out for your well-being and helping others with theirs this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to: info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1170 days ago

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Usually $149+GST, Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your local community. Find friendly neighbours who need your services, showcase what makes … View more
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Usually $149+GST, Neighbourly Premium enables you to grow a strong presence in your local community. Find friendly neighbours who need your services, showcase what makes you stand out from the rest and connect with people who want to ‘shop local’.

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1170 days ago

Operating update

Resene ColorShop

We are delighted that we can once again supply paint and decorating accessories to you from Resene ColorShops.

For those in Level 3 areas, you can order online at shop.resene.co.nz, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. See www.resene.co.nz/colorshops for your local Resene ColorShop … View more
We are delighted that we can once again supply paint and decorating accessories to you from Resene ColorShops.

For those in Level 3 areas, you can order online at shop.resene.co.nz, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. See www.resene.co.nz/colorshops for your local Resene ColorShop details. You can choose to click and collect or get your order delivered by contactless delivery. Resene ColorShops in Level 3 areas will be open their normal hours, except for Naenae (closed) and Gore (reduced hours 9am-3pm).

For those in Level 4 areas (Auckland/Northland), you can order paint and decorating supplies online at shop.resene.co.nz or email colorshoponline@resene.co.nz and we can arrange contactless delivery of your order to you. Please allow extra time for delivery as the products will be coming from a Level 3 area. Resene ColorShops in Level 4 areas will remain closed until we reach Level 3.

If you are working on a project or planning a project, our staff are here to help you. You can Ask a Tech Expert free online anytime, Ask a Colour Expert free online anytime, request a free virtual colour consultation or call 0800 737 363 (during normal working hours). We look forward to helping you.

We appreciate your support and hope everyone stays safe.
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