Cannons Creek, Porirua

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Check out our Know Thy Neighbour page here.

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87 days ago

Glass top coffee table

Carolyn from Whitby

Glass top with brown bamboo edging, and lower shelf. In very good condition
Size 770 mm square, height 360 mm
Pick-up – Churton Park

Price: $50

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88 days ago

Volunteer Wellington Training

Volunteer Wellington

Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, … View more
Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: Wednesday11th September
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $30 for Members. $60 for Non-Members

2) Cybersecurity Made Simple

Cybercrime has affected New Zealand organisations from government agencies like the Reserve Bank, to big corporations like NZX, to small businesses and individuals. And charities and not-for-profits aren't immune.

Where: Zoom
When: Wednesday 25th of September
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Fees: FREE

3) Having Difficult Conversations

Not sure how to start or conduct a difficult conversation? In this workshop you will learn practical skills, enhance your communication, and improve your relationships.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: 14th of October
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $65 Members, $85 Non-Members

For more information, please visit our website at:
volunteerwellington.nz...

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88 days ago

Redefining retirement

Malvina Major Retirement Village

The meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, … View moreThe meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, volunteering, or even launching new careers.

Living in a retirement village doesn’t necessarily mean you’re done with work either; rather, it offers the opportunity to explore different activities, pursue long-held passions, and discover new interests. In fact, many people find the lifestyle gives them more freedom to stay engaged and active through work they enjoy.

Click read more for the full story.

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97 days ago

Poll: Do you believe in ghosts?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences … View more
Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.

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Do you believe in ghosts?
  • 55% Yes
    55% Complete
  • 43% No
    43% Complete
  • 2% Other - I'll share below
    2% Complete
2452 votes
89 days ago

Light the way

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Give your decor a twist with some two-toned clay candleholders in an array of Resene testpot paint colours.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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89 days ago

Omai Faatasi - Come Together

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Our next Omai Fa'atasi gathering is happening on Tuesday 3rd September at 10am at the Salvation Army, 89 Warspite Ave.
Our guest speaker will be Maria Eneliko the Programme Coordinator for Pacific Bowel Screening.
There is also a small taste of our Steady As You Go falls prevention gentle … View more
Our next Omai Fa'atasi gathering is happening on Tuesday 3rd September at 10am at the Salvation Army, 89 Warspite Ave.
Our guest speaker will be Maria Eneliko the Programme Coordinator for Pacific Bowel Screening.
There is also a small taste of our Steady As You Go falls prevention gentle exercise class, some crafting, delicious kai and loads of laughs.
Come along and join this social group!

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89 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in picturesque Cooks Beach, worth over $1.2 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in picturesque Cooks Beach, worth over $1.2 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this coastal property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

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90 days ago

Gardening and section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Gardening and section clearing - spring is a week away and its wet wet wet!
The last thing on your mind is the garden, nevertheless it will need to be addressed, why not let us take the hassle from you!
Call today or text to arrange a free quote
Ian on 0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

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111 days ago

Missing cat

Nicole from Porirua City Centre

Hi all

Our lovely family cat luna has gone missing from latitude close in Whitby, she is a seal point ragdoll, responds to Luna and softly meows back when spoken too. Our 2 year old is upset she isn't home so we would love to find her!

If you have seen her, please let me know

90 days ago

Road slips, road closures and heavy rainfall

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The lower North Island is being battered by heavy rain, with authorities telling people in Wellington to limit travel.

What you need to know:
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- Police said on social media … View more
The lower North Island is being battered by heavy rain, with authorities telling people in Wellington to limit travel.

What you need to know:
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- Police said on social media flooding and slips had been reported on SH2, particularly between Petone and Silverstream. They are warning people to take care driving
- A train was hit by rockfall on the Kāpiti line and reversed away from it so commuters could get off at the Paekākāriki station.
- Hutt Valley High School closed due to burst water main
- Wellington Region Emergency Management Office is urging residents in the Greater Wellington region to work from home today if they can, due to heavy rain in the region.
Chair Anita Baker told RNZ she was expecting heavy rain in another hour. She said teams were meeting about whether to kick in emergency responses.
- Flooding and slips have been reported on a number of roads, including parts of State Highway 2, particularly between Petone and Silverstream. Police ask motorists to take care by reducing speed, using headlights and watching your visibility.
- Lower Hutt battered by heaviest rainfall in the region overnight
- Cars being removed from Hutt City carpark due to flooding.
- The Riverbank carpark in Lower Hutt is closed due to flooding, with contractors removing the cars currently parked there.
- At 7.48am SH2 is wet at Melling in Lower Hutt and traffic is backed up

Weather warnings:
- An orange heavy rain warning is in place for Tararua Range, Kāpiti Coast and north Wellington.
- heavy rain watch was also in place from 8am to 6pm for Horowhenua.
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- An orange heavy rain warning is in place for Tararua Range, Kāpiti Coast and north Wellington.
- A heavy rain watch was also in place from 8am to 6pm for Horowhenua.

Keep up to date with latest updates on the Stuff website.

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90 days ago

Size 4 Nappy pants

Emele from Waitangirua

Roughly 27 nappy pants. FREE as they no longer fit my baby.

Free

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90 days ago

Celebrate Father’s Day with the Gift that Keeps on Giving

Mags4Gifts

Father’s Day is just one week away! This year, give him a gift that truly keeps on giving: a magazine subscription. We've curated a special collection just for Father’s Day that he's bound to love. Plus, enjoy the added bonus of free shipping throughout New Zealand.

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Father’s Day is just one week away! This year, give him a gift that truly keeps on giving: a magazine subscription. We've curated a special collection just for Father’s Day that he's bound to love. Plus, enjoy the added bonus of free shipping throughout New Zealand.

Visit mags4gifts.co.nz before 1 September to enjoy generous savings of up to 29%* on magazine subscriptions. Don’t forget to include a personalised message with our free e-card service. *T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
Find out more

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105 days ago

Poll: Have you kept trinkets from your life?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many of us are sentimental about our childhoods and lives, and some even collect things to remember moments or people.

Share what you've held on to over the years and whether you still have it today. Feel free to share photos too, we'd love to see.

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Have you kept trinkets from your life?
  • 88.6% Yes
    88.6% Complete
  • 11.4% No
    11.4% Complete
1474 votes
92 days ago

Product recall - Antipasto products

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.

"The concern with these products is that they may contain… View more
Delmaine Fine Foods and Woolworths brand antipasto products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.

This includes Delmaine, Woolworths packaged antipasto products and deli antipasto mix.

"The concern with these products is that they may contain Listeria, which can cause serious illness in pregnant people and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems,” says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.

These products should not be eaten. You can return them to the place of purchase for a refund or throw them out.

The following products, within the date markings below, are affected by this recall:
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Five Olive Mix (200g) with a use-by between 16/10/24 - 20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Jumbo Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 27/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Pitted Olive Medley (180g) with a use-by between 9/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Olive Mix (160g) with a use-by of 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Antipasto Mix (215g) with a use-by between 16/10/24-20/11/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta (150g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Stuffed Red Peppers (190g) with a use-by between 24/10/24 - 5/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 10/10/24 - 4/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes (270g) with a use-by between 7/04/25 - 30/04/25
Woolworths brand Feta and Sundried Tomatoes (200g) with a use-by between 21/11/24 - 25/12/24
Woolworths brand Greek Mix (200g) with a use-by between 20/11/24 - 1/01/25
Woolworths brand Olive Selection (200g) with a use-by between 13/11/24 - 25/12/24
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Mediterranean Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Italian Mix, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024
Delmaine Fine Foods brand Marinated Feta & Sundried Tomatoes, sold from Woolworths Deli between 22 July 2024 – 23 August 2024

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92 days ago

Dragonology - 2006 Calendar of Dragons

Jenny from Titahi Bay

This calendar is taken from the whimsical book. Like the book, this beautiful full-color wall calendar features fold-out maps, flaps, cut-outs, detailed descriptions and illustrations, dragon spells, "samplings" of scales, and "sprinklings" of dragon dust.
Dragonologists of … View more
This calendar is taken from the whimsical book. Like the book, this beautiful full-color wall calendar features fold-out maps, flaps, cut-outs, detailed descriptions and illustrations, dragon spells, "samplings" of scales, and "sprinklings" of dragon dust.
Dragonologists of all ages will love this fantastical calendar.
In perfect as new condition, as it has never been used as a calendar.

Price: $8

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