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The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple C’s – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill… View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple C’s – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.
Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for more details.
Time changes everything.
Even Christmas.
If you’ve noticed a family member who might now benefit from some extra assistance, we invite you to see inside our Care Centre.
A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village community and our care options – from the light touch of a… View moreTime changes everything.
Even Christmas.
If you’ve noticed a family member who might now benefit from some extra assistance, we invite you to see inside our Care Centre.
A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village community and our care options – from the light touch of a serviced apartment through to resthome and hospital care.
There are six prizes up for grabs for this year's Canon Amateur Photo Awards. Get snapping, and you could WIN!
A plea for willing tradies has been issued after a community hall suffered heavy storm damage.
The Cook Island/Te Akapuanga Hall in Porirua was hit hard by stormy weather on December 8.
In a post to the Porirua community Facebook group, the Cook Islands Association asked any tradespeople who could … View moreA plea for willing tradies has been issued after a community hall suffered heavy storm damage.
The Cook Island/Te Akapuanga Hall in Porirua was hit hard by stormy weather on December 8.
In a post to the Porirua community Facebook group, the Cook Islands Association asked any tradespeople who could spare time on Saturday, December 28, to head along from 7am til noon.
There was damage to the kitchen and the roof, and any help patching holes would be appreciated.
They would need to bring tools, any useful materials, hi-vis vests, and a hard hat if needed.
"Te Akapaunga is the pride and joy of our community," it said.
"As we are unable to pay for your time, this is a humble request of support and contribution toward the rebuild of our beautiful home."
The hall was closed following the storm, and is expected to remain so until further notice.
The rāhui on inner Wellington Harbour has been lifted!
Thanks to everyone who respected the rāhui. Swimming, paddling, fishing etc in Oriental Bay and the area covered by the rāhui, from Ngauranga to Point Halswell, is all good.
However, please note that due to a separate network issue, … View moreThe rāhui on inner Wellington Harbour has been lifted!
Thanks to everyone who respected the rāhui. Swimming, paddling, fishing etc in Oriental Bay and the area covered by the rāhui, from Ngauranga to Point Halswell, is all good.
However, please note that due to a separate network issue, signs advising against swimming will remain in place near the dive platform (from near Whairepo Lagoon Bridge to Clyde Quay/the Overseas Passenger Terminal), shown on the below map.
We’re carrying out daily monitoring of the water quality in these areas and will provide an update early next week.
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste. Unlike any other travel package, this … View moreIf you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste. Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.
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Competition closes on 15th January 2020.
Customer Service:
This is no ordinary customer service role. As a Chamber and Meeting Support Officer you’ll be right there as laws are debated and history is made.
Our team works when Parliament sits, which is usually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:00pm to 10:00pm, and Thursdays from … View moreCustomer Service:
This is no ordinary customer service role. As a Chamber and Meeting Support Officer you’ll be right there as laws are debated and history is made.
Our team works when Parliament sits, which is usually on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:00pm to 10:00pm, and Thursdays from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, for approximately 30 weeks per year. Note that Parliament doesn’t usually sit during school holidays.
We’re looking for both permanent part time and casual staff.
For more information and to apply send your CV and a cover letter to careers@parliament.govt.nz.
Applications close noon Monday 6 January 2020.
The Neighbourly Team wishes you a very merry Christmas! 🎄 Enjoy your day and all those around you. Holidays can be a lonely time so if you can, check on your neighbours this festive season!🌟
The Eastbourne leak has been contained and repairs are underway. Warning signs will remain in place for 2 days.
The temporary above ground pipe has been installed and wastewater is now flowing through it from Dixon St to Ghuznee St along Willis St. Thanks to the crews who have been working around the clock to get this up and running.
Residents are now able to resume their normal water use.
Thanks for your … View moreThe temporary above ground pipe has been installed and wastewater is now flowing through it from Dixon St to Ghuznee St along Willis St. Thanks to the crews who have been working around the clock to get this up and running.
Residents are now able to resume their normal water use.
Thanks for your patience and water conservation efforts during this time.
Willis Street between Dixon and Ghuznee streets will remain closed to through traffic for at least two months while the new, underground pipe is installed. Pedestrian access is still available, along Willis St with pedestrian crossings at the Dixon/Willis and Ghuznee/Willis intersections.
From midday Tuesday 24 December, the Wellington Water office will be closed.
Crews are still operating during this period. Please contact your local council if you're experiencing any water issues.
Our social media will also be inactive until 3 January.
Meri Kirihimete from our whānau to … View moreFrom midday Tuesday 24 December, the Wellington Water office will be closed.
Crews are still operating during this period. Please contact your local council if you're experiencing any water issues.
Our social media will also be inactive until 3 January.
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Due to a leak in a wastewater pipe, there is an intermittent discharge of wastewater into the harbour at Sunshine Bay, Eastbourne.
Warning signs are in place, please don’t swim in the area.
We’re working to find and repair the leak as quickly as we can.
At this stage we are unable to confirm… View moreDue to a leak in a wastewater pipe, there is an intermittent discharge of wastewater into the harbour at Sunshine Bay, Eastbourne.
Warning signs are in place, please don’t swim in the area.
We’re working to find and repair the leak as quickly as we can.
At this stage we are unable to confirm the volume of the discharge. The affected pipe serves about 70 households in the area.
You can check the water quality in your favourite swimming spots on the LAWA map.
A lot of people have difficulty telling the difference between Bees, wasps and bumblebees.
Bees are a bit furry and can vary in color from almost almost black to pale yellow with black bands. They only sting in self defense and will die after stinging as the barbed sting will rip out of the … View moreA lot of people have difficulty telling the difference between Bees, wasps and bumblebees.
Bees are a bit furry and can vary in color from almost almost black to pale yellow with black bands. They only sting in self defense and will die after stinging as the barbed sting will rip out of the bee's body. Bees feed on nectar and pollen from flowers. A beehive (nest) will continue year after year. There are no feral nests now in New Zealand.
Wasps are yellow and black with no fur. and are longer and slimmer. Wasps can sting multiple times as their stinger has no barb. When wasps are feeding their larvae they will eat protein (meat) later on in the season they will only eat nectar or other sugar sources (Fruit etc). At the end of summer a wasp nest will die off and the queen wasp will hibernate until spring.
Bumblebees are very furry and are short and fat with stubby wings They can also sting multiple times but generally do not sting unless their nest is disturbed. Bumblebees eat pollen and nectar as bees do. Bumblebee nests do not survive winter and the queen bumble bee will hibernate until spring.
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