Paremata, Porirua

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

925 days ago

Kapi-Mana non-delivery

Stephen from Paremata

Seems to be an ongoing issue, four non-deliveries in the past 8 weeks, anyone else having issues? I've been previously advised it is meant to be delivered by Tuesday, I can live with Wednesday, particularly when the weather is rubbish or even Thursday in a pinch but given it's school … View moreSeems to be an ongoing issue, four non-deliveries in the past 8 weeks, anyone else having issues? I've been previously advised it is meant to be delivered by Tuesday, I can live with Wednesday, particularly when the weather is rubbish or even Thursday in a pinch but given it's school holidays, and the deliverer is usually a student, I'd have expected sooner than later. Anyone else?

917 days ago

Stars Whakatauki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Stars is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tū takitahi ngā whetū o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Our research proves that Stars supports young people to develop confidence, team building, friendship, learn about their community and improve … View more
Stars is underpinned by this whakatauki (proverb):
Tukua kia tū takitahi ngā whetū o te rangi
Let each star in the sky shine its own light

Our research proves that Stars supports young people to develop confidence, team building, friendship, learn about their community and improve relationships between students and their teachers. Find out more through the link below.

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918 days ago

Rustic house number

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Turn scrap building materials into a fun and practical piece for the home. Use timber offcuts and some creativity to make a rustic house number sign with Resene Alabaster and Resene Woodsman Crowshead.

Find out how to create your own.

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925 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.

"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting … View more
This week we feature two pics from Simon Woolf.

"A short trip on Transmission Gully out to the Waikanae Estuary is always a great place to observe and photograph the local birdlife. I was pretty rapt with our Caspian tern and white faced heron experience in particular. Both were in hunting mode, and as you can see both met with success too!"

919 days ago

A bit of beehive humour

Rod from Hive World Honey

Can you think of any more?
Enjoy your day!

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920 days ago

Giant Horse Soft Toy

Cherie from Papakowhai

This horse has received many rides and hugs, but she is still in tip-top shape!
Unfortunately our kids no longer play with her so it's time for her to move on to greener pastures where she will get more attention.
Approximately 120cm long.

Price: $30

920 days ago

Poll: Why aren't you switching power providers?

The Team from NZ Compare

The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why … View more
The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why you're not switching power providers?

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Why aren't you switching power providers?
  • 32.6% Switching is too hard, I have enough to deal with!
    32.6% Complete
  • 23.7% I'm in a contract
    23.7% Complete
  • 43.8% I don't know where to find a better deal
    43.8% Complete
473 votes
920 days ago

Whitby Collegiate OPEN DAY - Sunday 15 May, 11am-1pm

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate is the first co-educational, independent school in the Wellington region for Years 7-13, where all students are happy, generous achievers. We provide individual care in a supportive environment and offer a wide range of subjects and opportunities to students.

We are a school of… View more
Whitby Collegiate is the first co-educational, independent school in the Wellington region for Years 7-13, where all students are happy, generous achievers. We provide individual care in a supportive environment and offer a wide range of subjects and opportunities to students.

We are a school of heart in a breathtaking environment. Our commitment to small classes in the surrounding park-like grounds provides an optimal learning environment.

We’d be delighted to show you our school and tell you more in person. To register for our next open day on Sunday 15 May, 11am-1pm please visit our website or give us a call.

whitbycollegiate.school.nz | Ph: 04 234 1070

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920 days ago

Stars ⭐

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Stars is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in secondary school. The programme also provides leadership and citizenship development opportunities for senior students.

Find out more about our Stars programme … View more
Stars is a 12-month mentoring programme that supports, motivates and positively reinforces Year 9 students during their first year in secondary school. The programme also provides leadership and citizenship development opportunities for senior students.

Find out more about our Stars programme through the link below.

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920 days ago

Know a deserving neighbour?

Ashleigh from The Neighbourly Team

Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® … View more
Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® card - that sounds like morning tea to me!

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920 days ago

Don't miss NZ Gardener's newest collectible edition!

Mags4Gifts

Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning … View more
Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning photographs, step-by-step instructions on how to arrange bouquets and what to plant and when.

Get your copy where any good magazines are sold or buy online at Mags4Gifts.co.nz
BUY NOW

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921 days ago

Jacqueline Wilson books

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Paperbacks:
Best Friends - 2 copies. $2
Clean Break $2
Cookie $2
Four Children and It $3
The Cat Mummy $2
Midnight - small tear at the bottom of the spine $2
Vicky Angel $2
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Paperbacks:
Best Friends - 2 copies. $2
Clean Break $2
Cookie $2
Four Children and It $3
The Cat Mummy $2
Midnight - small tear at the bottom of the spine $2
Vicky Angel $2
Jacqueline Wilson Collection $2
The Dare Game - small tear at the bottom of the spine $2
The Bed and Breakfast Star $2
5 samplers from the Jacqueline Wilson magazine $2
Unless stated otherwise the books are in very good condition.

Negotiable

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921 days ago

Jacqueline Wilson books

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Jacky Daydream - hardback with a message on the inside $3
Love Lessons - hardback $3
My Sister Jodie - hardback with a message on the inside $3
The Tracey Beaker Trilogy - hardback with a message on the inside $3
Starring Tracey Beaker $3.
Apart from the message, the books are in … View more
Jacky Daydream - hardback with a message on the inside $3
Love Lessons - hardback $3
My Sister Jodie - hardback with a message on the inside $3
The Tracey Beaker Trilogy - hardback with a message on the inside $3
Starring Tracey Beaker $3.
Apart from the message, the books are in excellent condition.

Negotiable

922 days ago

Anzac Day

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Today we honour those who fought for our future 💚 These lanterns were created by students to commemorate Anzac Day and to put at the end of their driveways.

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931 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Possum

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Yvonne Christian is the proud owner of Possum.
"This is Possum, who is the eldest and boss of my other two cats!
Possum is a female, 16 years young and lives with me in Paraparaumu."

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