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Brendan Goudswaard was called every name under the sun, cautioned against wearing make-up and skirts by his teachers, pushed, shoved and had abuse yelled at him from passing cars.
He came out about a year after the murder of his classmate Jeff Whittington.
He still remembers the shock waves the … View moreBrendan Goudswaard was called every name under the sun, cautioned against wearing make-up and skirts by his teachers, pushed, shoved and had abuse yelled at him from passing cars.
He came out about a year after the murder of his classmate Jeff Whittington.
He still remembers the shock waves the hate crime sent through his Wellington High School community in 1999.
A North Island brown kiwi faces a long road to recovery after being rescued from a road culvert in north Taranaki. Story- bit.ly...
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In all the fuss over Covid-19, it has largely been forgotten that the Pulse recently won the ANZ Premiership Grand Final.
Having won the title two years running, they are Wellington's most successful sporting team.
What can we do to better recognise their success?
This all new precision-crafted truck is packed with intuitive technology and authentic Jeep® cues to ensures you ride in style.
Gladiator Rubicon is the most capable Jeep® truck ever thanks to a combination of impressive equipment like front and rear Tru-Lok® locking differentials, branded … View moreThis all new precision-crafted truck is packed with intuitive technology and authentic Jeep® cues to ensures you ride in style.
Gladiator Rubicon is the most capable Jeep® truck ever thanks to a combination of impressive equipment like front and rear Tru-Lok® locking differentials, branded FOX shocks and a forward-facing TrailCam Off-Road Cameras and more. With nothing else like it on the market you need to get into Gazley Jeep to witness this beast in the flesh.
More than 3000 primary care nurses are on strike today. We are looking for feedback on the impact it has has had on the community.
If you have not been able to pick up your prescription or have had an appointment cancelled we would like to hear from you.
Contact Matt Tso on 027 563 9487 or by … View moreMore than 3000 primary care nurses are on strike today. We are looking for feedback on the impact it has has had on the community.
If you have not been able to pick up your prescription or have had an appointment cancelled we would like to hear from you.
Contact Matt Tso on 027 563 9487 or by email matt.tso@stuff.co.nz
Nicholas Boyack here, I am the Stuff Neighbourly reporter for Wellington, Lower and Upper Hutt, Kāpiti, Hawke's Bay and Wairarapa.
Neighbourly is your tool to access local news, and as a way to keep in touch with those around you. I'm here to bring you the news closest to you, in a role… View moreNicholas Boyack here, I am the Stuff Neighbourly reporter for Wellington, Lower and Upper Hutt, Kāpiti, Hawke's Bay and Wairarapa.
Neighbourly is your tool to access local news, and as a way to keep in touch with those around you. I'm here to bring you the news closest to you, in a role which will work like a community newspaper reporter. I worked for the Hutt News for two decades and had spells with the Wairarapa News, Wellingtonian and Dominion Post.
If you have any stories or interesting things happening in your suburb or area, please get in touch! Tips, insults and bribes can be sent on Neighbourly or to nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz.
If you see items posted about your area, please get involved and reply with your comments and thoughts on the issues at hand. I'm keen for robust discussion, and a bit of banter never goes amiss. It is a big area to cover and I hope to hear from you all. Thanks in advance and I look forward to chatting with you all!
- Nicholas 027 6420086
Yay! Spring is here! On with your happiest and brightest spring hats! Let’s beat the COVID blues with sheer good will and smiles. Once again it's time to shop local and support your community! People are loving their markets – do come along and enjoy the day.
45+ stalls including Quality … View moreYay! Spring is here! On with your happiest and brightest spring hats! Let’s beat the COVID blues with sheer good will and smiles. Once again it's time to shop local and support your community! People are loving their markets – do come along and enjoy the day.
45+ stalls including Quality Crafts - Ceramics; Tiles; Quilts; Clothing; Knits; Merino Goodies, Hats Gloves & Scarves; Up-cycled Home Wares and Furniture and lots lots more.
Food - (ANZIL - Cheeses & Cured Meats; Artisan Breads; Beautiful just picked Avocados; Pies, Gourmet Sauces, Jams and Chutneys, Olive Oils, Baking and more!!,
Gourmet Dessert Truck (with amazing caramel apples) and a Popup Cafe.
Come and join us for a real country market day. There’s plenty of parking and hopefully we will enjoy some lovely Spring Sunshine!!
Contact Tracing Posters will be in place at the market.
See you on Sunday 6 September at the Te Horo Community Hall, 54 School Road, for a great day out in the country.
How are all the history buffs doing? Where do you think we are this week and what are your memories?
This should be easy!
As with last week's Way Back Wednesday, today's photograph comes courtesy of Graham Stewart and the Woolf Collection.
Motorists can expect delays next week as the NZ Transport Agency carries out resurfacing on the Mackays to Peka Peka (M2PP) Expressway.
Final resurfacing work is expected to be completed by the end of summer, meaning motorists will soon be able to experience a smooth and improved surface over the… View moreMotorists can expect delays next week as the NZ Transport Agency carries out resurfacing on the Mackays to Peka Peka (M2PP) Expressway.
Final resurfacing work is expected to be completed by the end of summer, meaning motorists will soon be able to experience a smooth and improved surface over the entire length of the expressway.
The works are a continuation of the M2PP Expressway resurfacing works from earlier in the year, which were paused due to the Covid-19 Alert Level 4 lockdown, and then over the winter months when ground conditions were too cold.
NZTA says with the weather improving, crews are preparing to restart from the week of Monday 7 September. Work is weather dependent.
Resurfacing works will be carried out from 7am-7pm. One lane will be closed within the worksite area and the speed limit will be 30km/h. During the evening, and when worksites are unattended, the speed limit will be 70km/h.
Giving a little goes a long way. If 20,000 people give as little as $3, this gives $60,000 to Dementia NZ.
Dementia NZ is committed to supporting the affiliates to create beneficial change in the lives of those affected by dementia, and to lead the conversation around dementia in a more positive … View moreGiving a little goes a long way. If 20,000 people give as little as $3, this gives $60,000 to Dementia NZ.
Dementia NZ is committed to supporting the affiliates to create beneficial change in the lives of those affected by dementia, and to lead the conversation around dementia in a more positive and constructive way throughout New Zealand.
Each affiliate of Dementia NZ (Auckland, Waikato, Lakes, Hawke’s Bay, Wellington and Canterbury) contribute to the running costs of Dementia NZ. Dementia NZ represents the affiliates nationally.
After promising to support increased funding for a Courtenay Place safety initiative, Wellington Mayor Andy Foster did a U-turn when costs went up by $15,000.
The funding was for Take 10, a group that helps drunk people stay out of trouble.
On Sunday, Foster told Stuff he supported providing … View moreAfter promising to support increased funding for a Courtenay Place safety initiative, Wellington Mayor Andy Foster did a U-turn when costs went up by $15,000.
The funding was for Take 10, a group that helps drunk people stay out of trouble.
On Sunday, Foster told Stuff he supported providing funding. On Wednesday, however, he voted against it.
He said the proposed cost had risen by $15,000 to $95,000 and he was no longer prepared to support it.
His no vote was not enough to stop the funding, which the majority of councillors supported.
Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons, who chaired the grants committee, voted in favour of the increased funding.
“The extension of Take 10 to Friday nights is one step towards reducing alcohol-related harm and violence on Courtenay Place,” she said.
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more about each entry here. … View moreWe need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced...
Thanks for voting; your clever neighbours thank you!
Greater Wellington wants to know what residents think about the future of Queen Elizabeth Park.
More barbecues, picnic facilities, food trucks, shelters, bird hides, new trails, and better facilities for horses are all proposals aimed to increase the number of people using the park.
The new … View moreGreater Wellington wants to know what residents think about the future of Queen Elizabeth Park.
More barbecues, picnic facilities, food trucks, shelters, bird hides, new trails, and better facilities for horses are all proposals aimed to increase the number of people using the park.
The new facilities are being proposed by Greater Wellington in its draft Toitū Te Whenua Parks Network Plan 2020-30, the blueprint for the development of regional parks over the next decade.
Among the many proposals on which Greater Wellington is seeking comment are:
* Improvements to the Paekākāriki picnic area, including BBQs and shelters, nature play and Camp Paekākāriki storytelling.
* Explore options for co-location and improvement of equestrian facilities for all groups to boost the park as a casual riding and equestrian sports destination.
* Improve equestrian facilities for all groups to boost the park as a casual riding and equestrian sports destination.
In this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant … View moreIn this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant Hero. Plus go in the draw for Tui potato growing products and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate gardening pack.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
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