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It is appreciated most people find KCDC to be unresponsive to ratepayers needs and therefore ignore the elections process and making submissions as a waste of time.
Please consider going to the KCDC website and making a submission to their planning document. It isn't hard to do but does … View moreIt is appreciated most people find KCDC to be unresponsive to ratepayers needs and therefore ignore the elections process and making submissions as a waste of time.
Please consider going to the KCDC website and making a submission to their planning document. It isn't hard to do but does take a bit of time.
KCDC are using the document to help support their proposed 8.5% rates increase and to get the mandate to move into new areas such as investing in social housing and establishing a company outside of their current business. They also give the opportunity to give feedback on things like the Gateway project.
If enough people provide feedback then hopefully KCDC might take notice?
Omitted to put in the size of 2 pairs of leather shoes I just advertised. Both the $10 Rieker and the $35 UGG shoes are size 37 or 4.5 UK.
Kia ora neighbours,
Just a quick update from us - the Neighbourly team have cleared out the prize drawer and we've got five $100 Prezzy® Cards to give away. Check out if you're one of the winners below and if you recognise any of your neighbours, be sure to let them know!
- Kirsten… View moreKia ora neighbours,
Just a quick update from us - the Neighbourly team have cleared out the prize drawer and we've got five $100 Prezzy® Cards to give away. Check out if you're one of the winners below and if you recognise any of your neighbours, be sure to let them know!
- Kirsten Williams from Strowan
- Hameed Mohammed from Royal Oak
- Helen Garwood from Kimbolton
- Alannah Schlaadt from Rangiora
- Tamati Read from Tāupo
Claim your prize by getting in touch with us at helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz and your share of $500 will be coming your way.
Hi Kāpiti,
Should pokie machines be outlawed?
A city councillor has put forward a policy to ban new permits for pokie machines in Wellington City.
Councillor Tamatha Paul, representing the Lambton Ward, is pushing for a 'sinking lid' policy to all but cease new permits for pokie … View moreHi Kāpiti,
Should pokie machines be outlawed?
A city councillor has put forward a policy to ban new permits for pokie machines in Wellington City.
Councillor Tamatha Paul, representing the Lambton Ward, is pushing for a 'sinking lid' policy to all but cease new permits for pokie machines in the city. The motion has widespread support across the council table and is set to pass this Thursday.
New Zealanders lost $939 million in pokie machines in 2019 and $241m of that was paid out to community and sports groups. Between 30 and 60 per cent of money going into pokie machines was from problem gamblers and much of that came from low socio-economic communities, a paper by the Problem Gambling Foundation said.
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Great foldable pram in very good condition
- excellent UV protection
- we also have the console
- rain cover included
- bought it late 2015
- pet free home
- added "thermal protection" at the back rest for the colder days to come
… View moreGreat foldable pram in very good condition
- excellent UV protection
- we also have the console
- rain cover included
- bought it late 2015
- pet free home
- added "thermal protection" at the back rest for the colder days to come
- easy to fold/unfold
Viewing welcome - must pick up in Waikanae
Almost 300 bus services are set to be interrupted today as union members meet to discuss working conditions and arrangements.
In a statement, Metlink said that disruptions will occur during off-peak hours from 9am till 3pm.
The Tramways Union are meeting to decide whether industrial action is… View moreAlmost 300 bus services are set to be interrupted today as union members meet to discuss working conditions and arrangements.
In a statement, Metlink said that disruptions will occur during off-peak hours from 9am till 3pm.
The Tramways Union are meeting to decide whether industrial action is to be undertaken.
Union secretary, Kevin O'Sullivan told Neighbourly that a ballot for a strike is set to pass, with passengers being notified 24-hours in advance in the event of a strike.
"I'm expecting a 100% mandate to take industrial action," he said.
What you need to know
- Bus routes affected are 2, 3, 12, 14, 18e, 20, 21, 22, 30x, 31x, 81, 83, 84.
- Disruptions will occur from 9am till 3pm.
- There is potential for further disruption for Wellington commuters as industrial action passes.
- There are 269 service interruptions.
To keep up to date with the latest information on disruptions and cancellations please head to the Metlink website or call their team on 0800 801 700.
Hi all, just a heads up about the loose chip on Ratanui Rd. New seal has been laid and there is a considerable amount of loose metal. People are not adhering to the speed restrictions with cars and trucks speeding through the area. Recommend you avoid the road if possible. As a result of … View moreHi all, just a heads up about the loose chip on Ratanui Rd. New seal has been laid and there is a considerable amount of loose metal. People are not adhering to the speed restrictions with cars and trucks speeding through the area. Recommend you avoid the road if possible. As a result of driving through yesterday i now appear to have stones in my brakes and my car is out of action until i can get it to my mechanic next week.
Why yes it is, and it's also a man cave, a shed, and a builder/engineer's retirement project. Little wonder Allan Jones' quirky build is a runner-up in the 2021 Resene Shed of the Year competition run by NZ Gardener.
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View moreDon't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Wellington Zoo’s elderly lioness sisters, Djane and Zahra, have been euthanised, leaving the zoo with no lions.
Both lionesses had been closely monitored by veterinary staff over the past 18 months due to age-related health concerns, and Djane’s health recently deteriorated.
Lions have been … View moreWellington Zoo’s elderly lioness sisters, Djane and Zahra, have been euthanised, leaving the zoo with no lions.
Both lionesses had been closely monitored by veterinary staff over the past 18 months due to age-related health concerns, and Djane’s health recently deteriorated.
Lions have been part of Wellington Zoo community since it opened in 1906, when the Zoo was gifted a male lion called King Dick.
Wellington Zoo said it would look at starting a new pride of lions in the future, but it was likely to be awhile until a firm plan was in place.
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Fairview Nursery - a small nursery focussed on native plants right here in Paraparaumu. (operates on an appointment only basis)
Special: Flaxes (both Harekeke and Mountain Flax) 10 for $15.00 (5cm pots),
$7 six packs of grasses - Flagellifera, attractive bronze coloured 50cm sedge and Ficinia … View moreFairview Nursery - a small nursery focussed on native plants right here in Paraparaumu. (operates on an appointment only basis)
Special: Flaxes (both Harekeke and Mountain Flax) 10 for $15.00 (5cm pots),
$7 six packs of grasses - Flagellifera, attractive bronze coloured 50cm sedge and Ficinia Nodosa - Knobby Club Rush - ideal for wetlands and dune restoration.
Plus we have some nice healthy
Carex Testacea Copper + Blue grasses in 10cm pots for $6.00 each.
We have stocks of the giants of the forest (Kauri, Totara, Rimu, Matai) down to smaller ground cover, native grasses, flaxes and shrubs. Native your garden this Autumn!!
PLEASE NOTE: APPOINTMENT ONLY
Please call or text if wanting to visit our small nursery in Paraparaumu, to make sure we are on hand. Here most days and times, just let us know.
0274 933 626 or 04 297 3237
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz............
Note we do not have efptos so cash or mobile banking app transfer on your phone on the day!
This coming weekend, 17 & 18 April, is Kapiti Quilters Rapt in Quilts Exhibition at Southward Museum, Otaihanga Rd, Paraparaumu. Open 9-4 each day. Over 150 Quilts and Textiles on display, merchant stands, raffles, live demonstrations and a continuous cafe for lunch and refreshments. Mr Sharp … View moreThis coming weekend, 17 & 18 April, is Kapiti Quilters Rapt in Quilts Exhibition at Southward Museum, Otaihanga Rd, Paraparaumu. Open 9-4 each day. Over 150 Quilts and Textiles on display, merchant stands, raffles, live demonstrations and a continuous cafe for lunch and refreshments. Mr Sharp will be there in the carpark on Saturday only to sharpen scissors, knives, tools etc so dig yours out and bring them along.
$5 entry and EFTPOS but not credit available this year.
This week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.
"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought … View moreThis week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.
"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought of them at all. Many of the new generation still have their brown heads, but are developing their star-spangled chest feathers. Mature feathers coming in on their backs are beautiful, with pale brown borders and the middles an iridescent green in the sunlight. Nature is an artist."
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