Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

401 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from The Post

Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is … View more
Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is unusual as they are normally very skittish!
I discovered a shag high up in the trees near a playground too! A shame it was too dark to get a decent capture but I liked the shadow effect! Saw lots of ducks in the stream, I think that there were a couple of Australian Shovellers if I am not mistaken!
The first photos is of tui that I had earlier been stalking around my property. He had plenty to say to me...."

401 days ago

CROFTON DOWNS – WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton… View more
UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton Downs,

Our crews have responded to reports of residents experiencing no water across Crofton Downs as well as Warwick Street, Wilton.

Our crews are investigating, and we will update this post with more information once we've identified the cause.

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Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

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401 days ago

EASTBOURNE - WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)
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Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)

Our crews are working to fix this as soon as they can, thank you for your patience.

We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

Want to receive automatic notifications of incidents in your area?

Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

401 days ago

From Across The Ditch

Marie from Waikanae

Here's a little story posted from sunny Queensland:

When my husband and I arrived at the garage to pick up our car after a service, we were told the keys had been locked in it.
We went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door.
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Here's a little story posted from sunny Queensland:

When my husband and I arrived at the garage to pick up our car after a service, we were told the keys had been locked in it.
We went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door.
As I watched from the passenger side, I instinctively tried the door handle and discovered that it was unlocked.
‘Hey,’ I announced to the mechanic, ‘it’s open!’
His reply, ‘I know. I already did that side.’

STAY ALERT!

They walk among us… and they VOTE !!!

402 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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402 days ago

Custom sheild coating

Alice from Paraparaumu Beach

Sheild coating car

Free

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402 days ago

Breville juicer

Alice from Paraparaumu Beach

Juicer one container collect pulp
Make cakes, fritters etc
Other container collect juice

Switch 2 speeds
Do apologise for dust as been in garage will be washed before collect

Pick up tomorrow or Friday
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Juicer one container collect pulp
Make cakes, fritters etc
Other container collect juice

Switch 2 speeds
Do apologise for dust as been in garage will be washed before collect

Pick up tomorrow or Friday
Please leave contacts and I txt or call

Thanks kindly
Alice

Price: $28

402 days ago

Dive torch

Alice from Paraparaumu Beach

Dive Torch
Underwater Torch ONLY if you use out of water you will overheat torch.
on/off switch

Pick up tomorrow or Friday
Please private message me contacts and I txt or call

Thanks kindly
Alice

Price: $13

402 days ago

Foam Roller

Alice from Paraparaumu Beach

Tight muscles effective for releasing muscles in your back, arms and legs,

Price: $5

402 days ago

Chain chaps

Alice from Paraparaumu Beach

Chain chaps for chainsaw
Size Medium (adjustable strap)
Zip on off sides
Only used twice

PICK Thursday/Friday
PLEASE LEAVE CONTACT AND I TXT OR CALL
Thanks kindly
Alice

Price: $45

402 days ago

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Vincent from Waikanae

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402 days ago

Protest activity - Parliament grounds

The Team from Wellington District Police

Police will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in … View more
Police will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in support of a variety of protest causes, most of which are planning to end at Parliament grounds tomorrow.
Police will have a clearer picture of the numbers involved later today as protest groups move closer to Wellington.

Our planning for this has been underway for several weeks, and we are now well placed to respond to a number of, and range of, scenarios. Last year’s Parliamentary occupation provided some helpful learnings for us as an organisation.

Staff numbers have been boosted across all shifts in the district for next two days with more than 80 staff specifically trained in Public Order Policing mobilised to support Wellington district staff.

The focus for Police this week has been on talking to local residents and businesses as well as local iwi and agencies across the government sector.

Road closures are now in place around Parliament, with Molesworth Street and neighbouring streets closed, or operating with restricted access. Parliament has been deemed a no-fly zone, which also prohibits drones.

Our focus has been on ensuring buses and trains are able to operate as normal, and that disruption for local residents and businesses is minimal.

For those coming to march and protest at Parliament, we respect people’s right to demonstrate peacefully in support of their cause, but we are prepared to take enforcement action if it stops being peaceful.

We will have a very low tolerance for any structures being set up on the grounds, and we do have the ability to mobilise additional staff quickly if required. Tow trucks will be on stand-by in the city.

There may be some incidents on which we will need follow up as enquiries later.

To that end, we are keen to have the public’s assistance – to help be our eyes and ears, particularly on Lambton Quay, during the march to Parliament. We will likely want to see any video footage of unlawful activity, and people can report this through 105. But we are also asking that people don’t intervene or compromise their own safety.

It is an important part of our democracy that we preserve people’s right to protest. In the end, our hope is that people come to our city, to have their say on Parliament grounds, and then to leave peacefully.

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406 days ago

Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society

Jocelyn from Waikanae

Indoor Market Day
It’s getting close to that time of year folks! Saturday 14 October, 9.00am - 2.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. Come along … View more
Indoor Market Day
It’s getting close to that time of year folks! Saturday 14 October, 9.00am - 2.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. Come along and be spoilt for choice.

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402 days ago

Waikanae Arts and Craft Society

Jocelyn from Waikanae

We are so excited to welcome Bernie McKendrey, the new owner of Fibre Flair in Waikanae. We’ve always had a good relationship with Fibre Flair and Bernie is determined to provide Kapiti with a one-stop shop for crafters. With her past experience and the shelves filling up fast, our continued … View moreWe are so excited to welcome Bernie McKendrey, the new owner of Fibre Flair in Waikanae. We’ve always had a good relationship with Fibre Flair and Bernie is determined to provide Kapiti with a one-stop shop for crafters. With her past experience and the shelves filling up fast, our continued association with Fibre Flair can only help both organisations build up a great crafting community. Beginners classes (beginning October) are being set up. They are agents for Pfaff, Ashford and Magacraft. Pop in and see them!

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