Papakowhai, Porirua

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93 days ago

Reduce your insurance premiums

Peter from Aotea

My insurance company advised me that annual premiums (house, contents, 2 cars) were rising to $6,800 pa. I shopped around and, by increasing the excesses to quite high levels (eg, $2,000 for cars) reduced this to $5,100.

The Tower website is particularly easy to use and their call centre is super… View more
My insurance company advised me that annual premiums (house, contents, 2 cars) were rising to $6,800 pa. I shopped around and, by increasing the excesses to quite high levels (eg, $2,000 for cars) reduced this to $5,100.

The Tower website is particularly easy to use and their call centre is super helpful. Short waiting times too.

92 days ago

Love Local Expo

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Come and visit us today at the Love Local Expo in Porirua. Leta, Manager Volunteer Porirua, is there and waiting to chat about all things volunteering! It is on 10am-4pm, at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua.

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93 days ago

Respite and Carer Support

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Respite care is a great short break option for a family member or loved one that also helps give carers some time out to recharge the batteries. There are a range of circumstances which might require respite overnight or support for day care.

It could be needed after a hospital stay or just as a… View more
Respite care is a great short break option for a family member or loved one that also helps give carers some time out to recharge the batteries. There are a range of circumstances which might require respite overnight or support for day care.

It could be needed after a hospital stay or just as a little extra support for caregivers. Respite care ranges from a few days and even up to a few weeks. A loved one, who lives in their own home, will have their short respite stay in one of our village centres.

Click read more for the full article.

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93 days ago

Covered planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Create a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step … View moreCreate a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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93 days ago

Congratulations to this week's winners...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These members have been drawn as our winners of the $150 Farmers vouchers:

Melissa Mary from Motueka

Devangi Patel from Blockhouse Bay

Olive White from Ilam

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These members have been drawn as our winners of the $150 Farmers vouchers:

Melissa Mary from Motueka

Devangi Patel from Blockhouse Bay

Olive White from Ilam

Simon Cullen from Paraparaumu

Not a winner? Good luck next time!

Winners can get in touch here or by emailing helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz before 11th June.

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96 days ago

Household Chore Help

Carl from Plimmerton

Kia ora, I am looking to pay 1 or 2 people to come do some household chores for me fortnightly between July - September. Primarily vacuuming and cleaning the bathroom, but may occasionally include bringing in firewood, taking out the trash, hanging washing and other such little tasks.

I have … View more
Kia ora, I am looking to pay 1 or 2 people to come do some household chores for me fortnightly between July - September. Primarily vacuuming and cleaning the bathroom, but may occasionally include bringing in firewood, taking out the trash, hanging washing and other such little tasks.

I have moderate to severe ME/CFS and therefore very limited energy and time not horizontal.

I don't mind if they are teenagers as long as they are reliable and will do a good job. If you are interested or know of people who might be, please get in touch!

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94 days ago

Queen sized Duvet cover

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Brown embroidered polyester cover with two pillow slips.
In reasonable good condition.

Price: $20

94 days ago

Supporting diversity and helping culture thrive in Porirua

NZ Lotto

Porirua is echoing to the sounds of Kapa Haka, thanks to the work of the Ngā Uri o Whiti Te Rā Mai Le Moana Trust, who help local community and rangatahi embrace and connect with their culture.

With support from Te Puna Tahua Lottery Grants Board, the local Pasifika and Māori owned Trust is … View more
Porirua is echoing to the sounds of Kapa Haka, thanks to the work of the Ngā Uri o Whiti Te Rā Mai Le Moana Trust, who help local community and rangatahi embrace and connect with their culture.

With support from Te Puna Tahua Lottery Grants Board, the local Pasifika and Māori owned Trust is teaching and supporting the Porirua community through their creative arts - Māmās and Pāpās Workshops as well as the Siva (Dance) Workshops.

The Trust initially began as Māori Performing Arts/Kapa Haka group in 2013, and now stands as a cultural hub offering avenues for the locals to engage in activities promoting wellbeing, safety, employment growth, self-development and much more.

By using Creative Arts as a vehicle for positive youth/community development, the Trust aims to leave a legacy of unity and empowerment in the Porirua and wider Wellington community with the continued support of lottery funding grants.

This is just one example of the incredible causes happening in your community, with 100% of Lotto New Zealand’s profits going back to support thousands of great causes all over Aotearoa. So, every time you play any Lotto NZ game, it’s a win for our rangatahi, and it’s a win for our communities.

Read more Local Grants recipient stories
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95 days ago

Winter Gardening !

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

Don't like the cold? But the Garden is calling ?
Stay indoors and let us come sort it out
Shifting house no problems , flat inspection no drama call me today
0272430951
Ian

95 days ago

Are you senior and Baffled by Technology - Age Concern can help

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp?
Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people.
Wednesday June 26 from 10:30am at Linden Community Hall.
Please register via our website … View more
Want to learn how to do Internet banking? Need to connect with the Grand-kids on WhatsApp?
Come to our free Tea & Tech workshop! Bring your digital device and get help from some friendly people.
Wednesday June 26 from 10:30am at Linden Community Hall.
Please register via our website attached or call us to help 04 499 6646

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95 days ago

Sign Language Volunteers Needed

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Are you fluent in sign language? Are you passionate about bridging communication barriers and making a positive impact in your community? One of our members, English Language Partners, is looking for dedicated individuals fluent in sign language to join their team of volunteers. As a sign language … View moreAre you fluent in sign language? Are you passionate about bridging communication barriers and making a positive impact in your community? One of our members, English Language Partners, is looking for dedicated individuals fluent in sign language to join their team of volunteers. As a sign language volunteer, you'll play a vital role in ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for members of our community.

As a volunteer you will:

⭐Assist in interpreting conversations for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing.
⭐ Facilitate communication between individuals who use sign language and those who do not.
⭐ Assist new Kiwis who are deaf or heard of hearing to get familiar with basic NZSL.
⭐ Accompany and support individuals at ESOL classes, at their homes, at social gatherings and at daily activities such as grocery shopping.

This promises to be a rewarding role that will help create a more inclusive world for all!

For more information, and to register your interest, please visit our website at:
tinyurl.com...

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95 days ago

Do you have a Bright Spot in your neighbourhood?

Resene

The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots… View more
The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots in your neighbourhood that bring a smile to your face and add a little colour to your day.

There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!

Enter your local bright spots pics today and be in to *WIN*.
Share a Bright Spot!

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96 days ago

Old Used Bricks

Terry from Camborne

A large collection of good quality Old Bricks now available.
Easy pick up OR delivery also available.
Cleaned and stacked on pallets - 320 to 400 bricks a pallet
Uncleaned ones also available for cheaper price

Price: $1.90

96 days ago

Big Shout Out!

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

It's June which means it’s time for the Big Shout Out! This month we will be celebrating all of the wonderful volunteers around New Zealand. Join us in saying kia ora rawa atu – big thanks volunteers!

For more info about the Big Shout Out, including resources for your organisation, … View more
It's June which means it’s time for the Big Shout Out! This month we will be celebrating all of the wonderful volunteers around New Zealand. Join us in saying kia ora rawa atu – big thanks volunteers!

For more info about the Big Shout Out, including resources for your organisation, visit the Volunteering New Zealand website at:
www.volunteeringnz.org.nz...

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96 days ago

June is Business Month in Porirua

Porirua City Council

Porirua’s local businesses will be celebrated this month with a variety of free events and insights from speakers.

The month is aimed at both business owners and customers, with the aim to inspire, share unique industry knowledge, and connect local business owners with each other and our … View more
Porirua’s local businesses will be celebrated this month with a variety of free events and insights from speakers.

The month is aimed at both business owners and customers, with the aim to inspire, share unique industry knowledge, and connect local business owners with each other and our community.

Speakers at events include former Olympian Barbara Kendall, Pacific Health Plus chair John Fiso, Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen, and Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira Chief Executive Helmut Modlik.

Business Month reflects the diversity of businesses in Porirua, with speakers covering the general economic picture in Porirua, running a business from a Pacific perspective, the power of a circular economy, how buyers are connected with Māori and Pacific-owned businesses, and wāhine in business.

Love Local – which is in its fifth year – is happening on Saturday 8 June, from 10am-4pm at Te Rauparaha Arena. Entry is free.

All the Business Month events will be held in various locations across Porirua during June. All are free, although many require pre-registration.
Find out more

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