Colonial Knob, Porirua

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553 days ago

Nominate your most loved local!

The Team from Love Your Local

Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View more
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.

You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)

Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
Nominate now

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555 days ago

Plan for your future

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.

"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."

Click below to hear their story.

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555 days ago

Have you got this Kmart product?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The… View more
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.

Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.

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556 days ago

Get cosy with your whānau

EECA

Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View more
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.

And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
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556 days ago

What can you do about that bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View more
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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562 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another great shot by Andrew Gorrie.

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563 days ago

Are you ready for years of disruption on our streets?

Editor Reporter from The Post

The capital faces years of disruption as Wellington fixes it's broken infrastructure. That means more road closures at a time when there are still many bus cancellations.

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557 days ago

Raw Creamed Honey

Rod from Hive World Honey

If you are not sure if you like your honey runny (on tap) we also have some raw creamed honey available.
Creamed honey is still 100% pure and has nothing added to it.
Call in for a tasting at our factory shop
16 Wall Place Porirua 0800 000 770

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557 days ago

Wellington Better Home and Living Show Back!

Jade Promotions

Solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday!

There’ll be appliances, kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof this Friday to Sunday, the … View more
Solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday!

There’ll be appliances, kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof this Friday to Sunday, the 19th – 21st of May at Sky Stadium.

Join the fun with the Neighbourly 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer. There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors to improve your homes, lifestyles and outdoors. Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on Saturday at the show for his free Ask an Expert session and enter your details to win a home and lifestyle package including a Samsung Frame TV, $2,500 cash and a Resene Voucher! Enjoy a delicious variety of street food and even a pop up bar!

Save the date in your diaries: 19 – 21 May at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show.

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Find out more

558 days ago

Fatal fire in Wellington CBD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A fire broke out at Wellington's Loafers Lodge hostel in Newtown overnight which housed 94 people. Police say fewer than 10 people are believed dead but still to be confirmed.

What you need to know:
- Adelaide Road is expected to be closed during the morning and congestion around this area… View more
A fire broke out at Wellington's Loafers Lodge hostel in Newtown overnight which housed 94 people. Police say fewer than 10 people are believed dead but still to be confirmed.

What you need to know:
- Adelaide Road is expected to be closed during the morning and congestion around this area is likely.
- Residents in the area should stay inside with their windows and doors closed: The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is warning Wellingtonians to look after their respiratory health. For those with severe respiratory conditions, like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or bronchitis, the smoke can cause flare ups. It is understood that the building contains asbestos, meaning that toxic particles from this material could also become airborne and pose additional risk.

Read further updates throughout the day on the Stuff website.

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558 days ago

Enjoy life on your terms

The Team from

Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.

From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

With several Peace of Mind … View more
Ryman gives you peace of mind with certainty around your living costs, so you can focus on enjoying the things that matter.

From the day you move into a village you’ll know how much you’re paying and what’s guaranteed to be paid back when you move out.

With several Peace of Mind Guarantees you can you feel confident and secure in your decision to move to a Ryman village.

Enjoy the everyday and have financial certainty with Ryman.
Learn more

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559 days ago

How Ethan found his voice

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.

The programme helped … View more
Ethan's life was surrounded by drugs and alcohol due to gang-affiliated friends and family. But after losing loved ones, he joined a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme. Initially hesitant and shy, he gradually gained confidence, showed his humour and found his voice.

The programme helped him explore different career paths and Ethan became one of the top graduates from his cohort. The Foundation took the opportunity to hire him and he now helps other young people involved in the programme on their career journeys.

Find out more about how the Graeme Dingle Foundation helps young people realise potential.
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559 days ago

Engagement is now open for Let’s Get Wellington Moving projects

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport

Kia ora Wellingtonians,

There’s just over a week left to have your say on a number of Let’s Get Wellington Moving projects. Engagement closes 23 May at midnight.

We’re engaging on:
- Miramar to City Connection
- John Street to Taranaki Street Connection
- Featherston and Southwest Te… View more
Kia ora Wellingtonians,

There’s just over a week left to have your say on a number of Let’s Get Wellington Moving projects. Engagement closes 23 May at midnight.

We’re engaging on:
- Miramar to City Connection
- John Street to Taranaki Street Connection
- Featherston and Southwest Te Aro
- Vehicle access to the Golden Mile

So, head on over to https://lgwm.nz/home/have-your-say/ and tell us what you think of our ideas for several city streets and proposed access changes for vehicles on the Golden Mile.

You can also find out more about any upcoming live or virtual events on our website or sign up to receive the latest news.
Find out more

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560 days ago

Happy Mother's Day Neighbours!

The Team from NZ Compare

To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with … View more
To all the strong, inspiring, devoted mums, the mums who are no longer with us, the mums who work hard everyday to make the house warm and put food on the table, the mums to be and who could forget the family members who take on the mums role too!

We hope you have a wonderful day, filled with smiles, appreciation and love. Happy Mother's Day.

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561 days ago

Wellington Better Home and Living Show Back!

Jade Promotions

Solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday!

There’ll be appliances, kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof this Friday to Sunday, the … View more
Solutions for the home, garden and better living at the Wellington Better Home & Living Show opening this Friday!

There’ll be appliances, kitchens, builders, double glazing, spas, heating, flooring, homewares, delicious food and more. All you need under one roof this Friday to Sunday, the 19th – 21st of May at Sky Stadium.

Join the fun with the Neighbourly 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer. There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range of exhibitors to improve your homes, lifestyles and outdoors. Join Resident Builder Peter Wolfkamp on Saturday at the show for his free Ask an Expert session and enter your details to win a home and lifestyle package including a Samsung Frame TV, $2,500 cash and a Resene Voucher! Enjoy a delicious variety of street food and even a pop up bar!

Save the date in your diaries: 19 – 21 May at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show.

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Find out more

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