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319 days ago

Show your favourite local business some love...

Prospa

It's back for a fifth year! Recognise the best local businesses in your neighbourhood by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Whether it's a bakery team who occasionally sneak you an extra sweet treat, a supermarket employee that's helped carry your bags… View more
It's back for a fifth year! Recognise the best local businesses in your neighbourhood by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Whether it's a bakery team who occasionally sneak you an extra sweet treat, a supermarket employee that's helped carry your bags to the car or a bookshop that goes out of its way to find the best read just for you. Prospa Local Business Hero helps you show some love to the small businesses with the biggest hearts.

Plus your nomination could help a small business win over $10,000 worth of prizes!

Be a local hero yourself; give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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320 days ago

Happy Chinese New year!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Chinese Lunar New Year from the team at NZ Compare!
May your year be as powerful and fortunate as the mighty dragon!

Don't forget to enter our Year of the Dragon contest to WIN 1 of 3 X $50 gift cards.

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322 days ago

Papakōwhai Rd traffic management and detours

Porirua City Council

Construction of the new Papakōwhai Rd shared path is underway with traffic management and detours in place. Please use alternative routes and expect delays.

Work will generally take place between 7am – 6pm weekdays, with some weekend and night work possible and is expected to be completed by … View more
Construction of the new Papakōwhai Rd shared path is underway with traffic management and detours in place. Please use alternative routes and expect delays.

Work will generally take place between 7am – 6pm weekdays, with some weekend and night work possible and is expected to be completed by this winter.

What to expect on Papakōwhai Rd:
•The northbound lane will remain open during most of the work (apart from the occasional night-time detour)
•The southbound lane will be detoured around adjacent roads during some phases of construction.

Other traffic management measures in place include speed restrictions, removal of on-street parking, stop/go and narrowed road widths.

This pathway is 100% funded by the Government’s Transport Choices Programme led by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
Find out more

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322 days ago

PriceMe Awards 2024 Winners

The Team from NZ Compare

Discover the Best of the Best! The 2024 PriceMe Award Winners have been revealed, voted by thousands of Kiwi consumers!

From household favourites to tech essentials and more. Explore now for top-rated brands and unbeatable deals!
Do you often shop at one of the winning stores or brands?

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323 days ago

Age Concern Wellington Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

There is a course in Linden on 19 March. See the attached flyer and book your space now.

This is a great day out, includes a free lunch and contains useful information on staying safe as a Senior road user.

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323 days ago

Wellington water crisis

Reporter The Post

Thanks to all those people who contacted The Post with stories about leaks.
We are running a live blog so please keep sending pictures and videos.
Please send to news@thepost.co.nz

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323 days ago

Volunteering - Red Cross Annual Appeal

Volunteer Wellington

New Zealand Red Cross needs street collectors in Wellington for their annual appeal. Street collecting is a wonderful and fun way to get out and about while making a massive difference in communities like yours. By donating just two hours of your time, you are playing a crucial role in raising … View moreNew Zealand Red Cross needs street collectors in Wellington for their annual appeal. Street collecting is a wonderful and fun way to get out and about while making a massive difference in communities like yours. By donating just two hours of your time, you are playing a crucial role in raising funds that will support thousands of people in need. The appeal is on March 22 to 23 - can you help? Register your interest on our website at:
tinyurl.com...

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325 days ago

Volunteering in Greater Wellington

Volunteer Wellington

Here are a small selection of the roles we have listed under ‘Practical Help’ on our website. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your local community, meet new people and have fun! Don’t forget if these roles don’t suit we have hundreds more available, listed by category … View moreHere are a small selection of the roles we have listed under ‘Practical Help’ on our website. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your local community, meet new people and have fun! Don’t forget if these roles don’t suit we have hundreds more available, listed by category (Administration, Animals, Art etc), and location.

⭐ Link to all Practical Help roles: tinyurl.com...

✅ Kitchen Assistant: Join a kitchen team who are providing nourishing meals to elderly residents.

✅ Hospital guides: Meet and greet members of the public and provide directions.

✅ Driver for Meals on Wheels: Deliver meals to elderly, unwell and disabled people living at home who would otherwise struggle to provide healthy meals for themselves.

Give us a call if you want to chat about volunteering, we have offices in Wellington City, Lower Hutt and Porirua.

☎️ Wellington 04 499 4570
☎️ Lower Hutt 04 566 6786
☎️ Porirua 020 4069 3653

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325 days ago

6 Rejuvenating Wellness Tips

The Team from NZ Compare

Get ready for a refreshing summer with our 6 rejuvenating wellness tips!

Whether you're hitting the trails, diving into the waves, or simply chilling at home, these tips are perfect for making the most of your break!

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326 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lotteries

Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth nearly one million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be lived … View more
Don't miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth nearly one million dollars.

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

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Buy tickets now

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328 days ago

Want to enjoy the best house & garden content every month?

NZ House & Garden

With NZ House & Garden you’ll be able to do just that. Flick through the pages to find inspirational and aspirational homes and gardens as well as sumptuous food, carefully curated lifestyle features, and all the latest homeware and shopping trends.

Subscribe to NZ House & Garden and … View more
With NZ House & Garden you’ll be able to do just that. Flick through the pages to find inspirational and aspirational homes and gardens as well as sumptuous food, carefully curated lifestyle features, and all the latest homeware and shopping trends.

Subscribe to NZ House & Garden and save up to 27% off retail, PLUS subscribe before 25 Feb and you’ll be in the draw to win 1 of 72 Antipodes Culture Probiotic Night Recover Water Cream worth $70! T&Cs apply.

The team at NZ House & Garden
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328 days ago

NZFarmer

The Team Reporter from NZ Farmer - North Island

Hello everyone, have you read your copy of NZFarmer?
NZFarmer has moved to isuue and all editions will be available there each month including both North and South Island editions. So head over there and follow us on our rural journey.
Sonita

329 days ago

Wellington Open Days

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Friday 9 & Saturday 10 February, 10am - 2pm.

Join us for our open days and experience why the Ryman lifestyle could be for you.

Get information on living and care options, unmatched amenities and our Peace of Mind Guarantees.

There will also be an information presentation at 10am each… View more
Friday 9 & Saturday 10 February, 10am - 2pm.

Join us for our open days and experience why the Ryman lifestyle could be for you.

Get information on living and care options, unmatched amenities and our Peace of Mind Guarantees.

There will also be an information presentation at 10am each day.

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329 days ago

WIN 1 of 3 X $50 Gift Cards!

The Team from NZ Compare

Welcome to the Year of the Dragon - the symbol of power!

WIN 1 of 3 $50 gift cards in our Lunar New Year contest:
Simply share which month does your household's power bill PEAK and why to WIN! CLICK below to enter!

Let NZ Compare power up your year!
Entry ends on 12/2.

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330 days ago

Volunteering in 2024

Volunteer Wellington

We are focusing on administration roles today – make 2024 the year you start volunteering! These roles are a great way to learn new skills, meet new people and contribute to a community organisation in Wellington. Don’t forget, if these don’t suit we have many more interesting roles on our … View moreWe are focusing on administration roles today – make 2024 the year you start volunteering! These roles are a great way to learn new skills, meet new people and contribute to a community organisation in Wellington. Don’t forget, if these don’t suit we have many more interesting roles on our website.

⭐Link to all Admin roles: tinyurl.com...

✅Receptionist - taking phone calls, making appointments, noting messages and greeting people when they arrive at the door.

✅Grants Officer - assist with researching and writing grant applications.

✅ Team Administrator – data entry, reception duties, responding to enquiries and preparing paperwork.

Give us a call if you want to chat about volunteering, we have offices in Wellington City, Lower Hutt and Porirua.

☎️ Wellington 04 499 4570

☎️ Lower Hutt 04 566 6786

☎️ Porirua 020 4069 3653

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