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2420 days ago

Let’s show our neighbourhoods some love!

The Warehouse Porirua

The Great Community Clean Up kicks off on 16th April. It’s your chance to get out and muck in to make your neighbourhood beautiful! You can think big if you like, but it’s better to just think green - even picking up rubbish on your street is great! You’ll … View moreThe Great Community Clean Up kicks off on 16th April. It’s your chance to get out and muck in to make your neighbourhood beautiful! You can think big if you like, but it’s better to just think green - even picking up rubbish on your street is great! You’ll get a clean-up pack from us when you register, and you’ll have the chance to win some great prizes!

Find out more and register your event now.

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2421 days ago

Poll: Who should pay more for flood protection?

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Right now everyone in the Wellington region pays the same amount towards flood protection work. We are all impacted by floods in one way or another, but some of us benefit from flood protection projects more than others. We’re reviewing how we fund flood protection and we want to know what you … View moreRight now everyone in the Wellington region pays the same amount towards flood protection work. We are all impacted by floods in one way or another, but some of us benefit from flood protection projects more than others. We’re reviewing how we fund flood protection and we want to know what you think

Who should pay more for flood protection?

Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...

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Who should pay more for flood protection?
  • 55.1% We should all pay equally
    55.1% Complete
  • 44.9% People who benefit most
    44.9% Complete
156 votes
2430 days ago

End of free parking in Porirua CBD

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

The council is proposing to introduce parking meters to cut back free parking in the CBD from 90 minutes to 30 minutes (and then $1 for each half hour after up to 90 minutes) as part of its Long-Term Plan. Do you support the proposal?
**Put NFP if you don't want to have your thoughts shared … View more
The council is proposing to introduce parking meters to cut back free parking in the CBD from 90 minutes to 30 minutes (and then $1 for each half hour after up to 90 minutes) as part of its Long-Term Plan. Do you support the proposal?
**Put NFP if you don't want to have your thoughts shared in a news article**

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2421 days ago

Urgent car recall - is your vehicle affected?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get … View moreThe New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get the airbags replaced'.

Here's everything you need to know:
1) Check if your car is affected
2) Find out more about the recall.
3) Read information on why you need to have your airbag replaced.

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2427 days ago

Disgusting.

Taylor from Tawa

Horrified to learn that our fellow neighbours would do this. This was near the dog park in Tawa. Whoever did this please clean up your mess. Disgusting!

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2422 days ago

Should the council pay for schools to recycle?

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Porirua City Council says too many schools and preschools cannot afford recycling stations so it is proposing to either subsidise them at a cost of $50,000 a year or fully fund them for $100,000 a year.
Sure it's good to teach kids about recycling, but should it be up to the council to fund … View more
Porirua City Council says too many schools and preschools cannot afford recycling stations so it is proposing to either subsidise them at a cost of $50,000 a year or fully fund them for $100,000 a year.
Sure it's good to teach kids about recycling, but should it be up to the council to fund this?
*Please put NFP with your comment if you don't want it possibly published in a news article*

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2422 days ago

Dyspraxia Learning Needs talk

Anna from Tawa

Hi next Tuesday 10 April 7pm at Tawa college Hall the Dyspraxia outreach programme are coming to talk to parents/caregivers/teachers etc about Dyspraxia - what it is and strategies for managing it. Entry by Koha please RSVP to email on attached flyer. All welcome be great to see lots of people … View moreHi next Tuesday 10 April 7pm at Tawa college Hall the Dyspraxia outreach programme are coming to talk to parents/caregivers/teachers etc about Dyspraxia - what it is and strategies for managing it. Entry by Koha please RSVP to email on attached flyer. All welcome be great to see lots of people there. Feel free to share in your networks.

Dyspraxia Outreach Tawa Talk.pdf Download View

2422 days ago

Volunteer in the fresh air!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

If you’re keen to make a difference in the great outdoors, come and join us as a volunteer in our regional parks.

From planting and conservation to helping with Riding for the Disabled, you could be an important part of the amazing things happening in our parks every day, right here on our … View more
If you’re keen to make a difference in the great outdoors, come and join us as a volunteer in our regional parks.

From planting and conservation to helping with Riding for the Disabled, you could be an important part of the amazing things happening in our parks every day, right here on our doorstep.
Learn more

2427 days ago

Clothes rack

Craig from Tawa

Hi there, we run the Virtuoso Strings Charitable Trust, which gives free lessons and instruments and uniforms and Orchestra etc. to over 150 students in Cannons Creek.

Does anyone have a clothes rack (like the ones that Dress shops use) that we can use for our uniforms, before and after concerts… View more
Hi there, we run the Virtuoso Strings Charitable Trust, which gives free lessons and instruments and uniforms and Orchestra etc. to over 150 students in Cannons Creek.

Does anyone have a clothes rack (like the ones that Dress shops use) that we can use for our uniforms, before and after concerts please?

Contact me by Message or on 027-630-7435.
many thanks!
Craig Utting

Free

2423 days ago

Poll: Should the speed limit be reduced to 70kmh on rural roads?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

A Landmark report is suggesting our rural roads should be reduced to 70kmh. So, is it a good idea?
To read more click here.

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Should the speed limit be reduced to 70kmh on rural roads?
  • 23% Yes, it's a good idea
    23% Complete
  • 75.7% No, our roads are fine at 100kmh
    75.7% Complete
  • 1.4% I'm unsure
    1.4% Complete
74 votes
2423 days ago

Assisting women to Return to IT

Return to IT

Are you a mother planning to return to work this year or ready for a new challenge in 2018? Perhaps you’ve been overseas and looking for work now you’re back home.

Whether you are looking to return to similar work you were doing before taking a career break or have other transferable skills… View more
Are you a mother planning to return to work this year or ready for a new challenge in 2018? Perhaps you’ve been overseas and looking for work now you’re back home.

Whether you are looking to return to similar work you were doing before taking a career break or have other transferable skills and experience, we want more women to be a part of New Zealand’s digital future. Return to IT is looking to employ women to work in a variety of available technology or technology-related roles within some of NZ's top employers.
Find out more

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2424 days ago

voice recorder

Anne from Ascot Park

Do you have a voice recorder,even a tape recorder is fine as long as it works.

2424 days ago

It's time.. show your community some love and WIN!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Show your neighbourhood how much you love it by getting involved in The Great Community Clean Up 2018. You could win great prizes so make sure you register a clean up event before 22 April.

Taking part in the Great Community Clean Up is easy: grab your friends, your neighbours (or your and … View more
Show your neighbourhood how much you love it by getting involved in The Great Community Clean Up 2018. You could win great prizes so make sure you register a clean up event before 22 April.

Taking part in the Great Community Clean Up is easy: grab your friends, your neighbours (or your and simply pick up a little litter in your street, tidy your favourite park, or remove bits and bobs from a nearby beach. Take part in 2018!
Sign up now

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2424 days ago

Needed - Childcare Help on Fridays

Steve & Jody from Whitby

Looking for help every Friday in May and June with 4 year old twins.
Either before and after Kindy, including drop off and pick up.
Or just after Kindy including pick up.

Please private message or mobile 027 338 4100.
Thanks Steve & Jody, Whitby

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