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.

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925 days ago

Cake pan

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Crazy cake pan
Brand new haven't opened. Might be something neat to do with the kids for the holidays.

Price: $10

925 days ago

Long weekend has started, check out our top things to do!

The Team from NZ Compare

Sometimes having NO plan is a great plan! But if you feel the need to do something this long weekend then take a look at our top ideas.

From the team at NZ Compare - be safe and smile with your loved ones. Lest we forget. ❤️

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925 days ago

Richelle Mead - Vampire Academy set of six books

Jenny from Titahi Bay

First four books are from one set, the last two are from a larger set.
Shadow Kiss has the cover-seal lifting slightly at the bottom.
Spirit bound has been attacked by a vampire hating kitten!!! - see photos.
The first four books have a black streak on the base from the shop.
Inside the books … View more
First four books are from one set, the last two are from a larger set.
Shadow Kiss has the cover-seal lifting slightly at the bottom.
Spirit bound has been attacked by a vampire hating kitten!!! - see photos.
The first four books have a black streak on the base from the shop.
Inside the books they are perfect.

Price: $30

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925 days ago

On the go change mat

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Brand new not needed now

Price: $10

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925 days ago

Mustard bag

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Still in good condition hardly used

Price: $6

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925 days ago

Single Plush Blanket

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Brand new, not needed and don't have storage for it

Price: $10

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925 days ago

Pretty in pastel

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Painted glass bottles make a stylish display on their own or with the addition of dried foliage. The paint is on the inside so they still have that lovely glass sheen. Use Resene testpots to co-ordinate with your home's colour palette.

Find out how to create your own.

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926 days ago

Tawa College PE uniform

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Tawa college PE uniform

Price: $20

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926 days ago

Cot quilt and sheet set

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Cot quilt and sheet set
Brand new

Price: $20

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926 days ago

Converse infant shoes

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Never worn as baby grew to quick

Price: $25

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926 days ago

New baby converse shoes

Rosie from Titahi Bay

Baby converse shoes
Size 4
Never worn

Price: $25

926 days ago

Do you have a great persimmon recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for persimmon recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before April 29, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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927 days ago

Roof painting service!

Rikihana from Dynamic Mahi Ltd

High quality roof painting from us in Wainuiomata. Happy client! 😊 Message today for a free reasonable Quote. Or email dynamicpmnz@gmail.com

Nga Mihi!

927 days ago

Anzac Day services in Porirua

Porirua City Council

A relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions means Anzac Day could be a busy day in Porirua.

Two dawn services are planned in the city on 25 April, at Titahi Bay and the Porirua RSA in McKillop St (both from 6am), with the Porirua civic service to be held at the Peace Memorial at Te Rauparaha Park from … View more
A relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions means Anzac Day could be a busy day in Porirua.

Two dawn services are planned in the city on 25 April, at Titahi Bay and the Porirua RSA in McKillop St (both from 6am), with the Porirua civic service to be held at the Peace Memorial at Te Rauparaha Park from 9am. The parade will begin to gather at 8.30am. Commemorations will take place at St Alban’s Church, Pāuatahanui (10.15am), Takapūwāhia Marae and Titahi Bay, Whitehouse Rd, (10.30am) and Pukerua Bay Community Hall (11am, which is then followed by a wreath-laying at Whenua Tapu Cemetery from noon).

The public are welcome to attend any dawn parade or service but due to Omicron’s continued presence in the community it is hard to predict the numbers of people, Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says. “We respect that some people may wish to stay home, with Covid-19 still out there, and high daily case numbers,” she says. “But for those that feel comfortable, we want to offer an opportunity to get together and mark this special day for our country. “I’ve always looked forward to the dawn parade and Porirua’s civic centre ceremony – it’s a chance to come together, and I especially love seeing the number of young faces that are attending Anzac Day. “It’s about pride and nationhood and our tamariki understand that more than ever.” Since 1916, services have been held around the country to mark the landing of Australian and New Zealand soldiers at Gallipoli in Turkey on 25 April 1915, acknowledging the sacrifices and hardships made there and in subsequent conflicts around the world in the name of freedom.

Porirua’s civic service will be livestreamed on Facebook, for those who prefer to watch from home, and it will have a sign language interpreter.
Find out more

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927 days ago

Porirua Mayor Anita Baker

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

Porirua Mayor Anita Baker describes her role as a challenge. But after three years in the position she shows no lack of enthusiasm or drive in her quest to make the city a better place for everyone. At all times she strives to place the interests of the city and its citizens ahead of everything … View morePorirua Mayor Anita Baker describes her role as a challenge. But after three years in the position she shows no lack of enthusiasm or drive in her quest to make the city a better place for everyone. At all times she strives to place the interests of the city and its citizens ahead of everything else.

Mayor Baker explained that Council generally worked together in a positive fashion despite their varied backgrounds. With 57,000 residents and only 19,000 ratepayers, the role was always challenging, particularly with a large proportion of residents on fixed incomes. Upgrading the water supply was a major priority, as the city continued to grow at a fast pace, with the new subdivision opposite Whenua Tapu almost ready to get underway, and others planned.

The Mayor was adamant that Council should always make decisions that did not discriminate against any group of citizens but were as fair as possible to all residents.

Always on the lookout for ways to promote the city, Mayor Baker could recently be heard singing on The Breeze radio station, an experience she thoroughly enjoyed.

The Council was currently considering the impact of the “Three Waters Reform” proposed by Central Government. The three waters are drinking water, waste water, and storm water. Changes were unlikely before 2024. The proposal was to create four large regions in New Zealand, with one controlling body for each region. Porirua would be combined with 21 other Councils under this proposal.

Meanwhile, Mayor Baker was pleased to confirm that new businesses continued to spring up in the Porirua region, while on the ecological front, plans were afoot to plant 50,000 more trees in the near future, rising to a total of 600,000 over the next five years.

The opening of Transmission Gully had generally been positive for the City, particularly for residents of Pukerua Bay and Mana.

The main challenge Mayor Baker could see in the near future was the effect of climate change, particularly in low-lying parts of the region such as Pauatahanui and Mana.

The Mayor urged her audience to become involved in local issues by using the council website to interact with Council.

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