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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.

1069 days ago

Wellington will shift to Orange on Friday 3 December

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Following the Government’s announcement today, we are preparing to run the new COVID Traffic Light System across all our facilities and services as Wellington will be shifting to Orange on Friday 3 December.

Specific information about our services and facilities will be available on Thursday 2 … View more
Following the Government’s announcement today, we are preparing to run the new COVID Traffic Light System across all our facilities and services as Wellington will be shifting to Orange on Friday 3 December.

Specific information about our services and facilities will be available on Thursday 2 December, but for now please visit: wellington.govt.nz...

To get your COVID Vaccine Pass, visit www.mycovidrecord.health.nz....

1069 days ago

Sir Jerry Mateparae talks about ‘Healthier Lives’.

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

This week’s speaker was Sir Jerry Mateparae, a distinguished New Zealander who is accustomed to talking and answering questions about his career as a soldier, diplomat, and of course, Governor-General.

On this occasion he was relieved, he said, to tell us about his latest role. He is chair of … View more
This week’s speaker was Sir Jerry Mateparae, a distinguished New Zealander who is accustomed to talking and answering questions about his career as a soldier, diplomat, and of course, Governor-General.

On this occasion he was relieved, he said, to tell us about his latest role. He is chair of the Board of one of the government’s National Science Challenges, which was set up in 2014 with funding guaranteed for ten years. The Challenges are mission-led, employ the best available research teams, embrace Vision Matauranga, and encourage stakeholders to set the research agendas.

Sir Jerry chairs one of the three health-related Challenges, called ‘Healthier Lives’. This one focuses on the health issues in the adult population which place the heaviest burden on the system. There are four prominent diseases under special study: cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity.

Interestingly, the bulk of work is not laboratory-based biomedical research - the search for ‘cures’ - but deals more with the detection, assessment, and management of diseases out in the community.

This is going well, and Sir Jerry gave some examples. Diabetes can be better controlled via ‘health navigators’ who will guide sufferers into better lifestyles. A tool has been developed to help GPs predict who is most at risk from cardiovascular events. CCDna testing of blood samples can detect cancers at low cost, and indicate whether tumours are growing or shrinking.

The health status of Maori and Pasifika populations is relatively poor, and ‘Healthier Lives’ is looking at issues around equitable access to health services which, as Bill McAulay noted, has become evident in the current pandemic.

Finally, Sir Jerry paid tribute to the dedicated and highly skilled scientists involved in the Healthier Lives challenge.

1073 days ago

We need volunteer walkers!

Ariana from HONO MAI | Join In

We need volunteer walkers! STOMP the Street is a chance to help our community project called Hono Mai. We have a bunch of pamphlets to pop into letterboxes. Lets make it a fun opportunity to meet other friendly walkers and add some stomping steps to your day.
We'll stomp the streets of … View more
We need volunteer walkers! STOMP the Street is a chance to help our community project called Hono Mai. We have a bunch of pamphlets to pop into letterboxes. Lets make it a fun opportunity to meet other friendly walkers and add some stomping steps to your day.
We'll stomp the streets of Takapuwahia and South Titahi Bay on the 4th Dec 2021. We'll meet at Streetwise Coffee Cart (in front of Smith City on Parumoana St) at 9.30am to meet and greet, find out which streets you'd like to deliver to and grab yourself a free coffee.
To join click Going to our Facebook event so we can be aware of numbers.

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1069 days ago

Porirua council requires vaccination passes

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Porirua City Council is requiring all staff to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 from January 17, and vaccination passes will be required at all council premises from December 3.
Chief executive Wendy Walker says as a public service organisation the health and safety of staff, customers and the … View more
Porirua City Council is requiring all staff to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 from January 17, and vaccination passes will be required at all council premises from December 3.
Chief executive Wendy Walker says as a public service organisation the health and safety of staff, customers and the wider Porirua community was the key driver behind these decisions.
Council has also made the decision that when New Zealand moves to the traffic light system on December 3, all council facilities and premises will require users to show vaccination passes.

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1069 days ago

Check before you swim this summer

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Greater Wellington is reminding everyone to check the safety of swimming spots over summer.
"We monitor over 80 swimming spots in our region over summer to help make sure you can check where it’s safe to swim."
Click on READ MORE to learn you can check before you swimming.

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1073 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"Might I suggest that if you don't want people to know you are nesting there, that you stop screaming like a stuck pig every time someone walks past. Just a thought. Pūkeko/purple swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus) at Manor Park Golf Sanctuary."

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1069 days ago

Picked in the morning, on your plate for lunch

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, … View more
Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, silverbeet, leek, mint and herbs. Yummy!

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1069 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Kora

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Meet four month old Kora who is available for adoption at the Wellington SPCA.

"I'm a playful pup, who loves having a wrestle with my friends and burning off my puppy energy. I have quickly become a volunteer favourite and they can’t understand why I am still here. I am looking for a … View more
Meet four month old Kora who is available for adoption at the Wellington SPCA.

"I'm a playful pup, who loves having a wrestle with my friends and burning off my puppy energy. I have quickly become a volunteer favourite and they can’t understand why I am still here. I am looking for a semi-experienced home to help me learn the necessities, continue my socialisation and help me thrive in my new home. Due to my age, I'm not able to be left alone for more than a few hours at a time, though it's a great time to continue my puppy training.
I am beginning to learn basic commands like sit, down and come. I love chasing balls and chewing , I am very clever at doing both of these things. I am yet to be tested with small animals, and could learn from an existing male dog in the home. I am better suited to a house with confident teenagers, rather than children. If you're keen to meet me and be very entertained by me, apply to adopt me and the canine team will be in touch."

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1070 days ago

Playhpuse Raffle

Bill Moffatt from Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club -2

The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go to… View more
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
All proceeds go to the Life Flight Trust and local charities

1072 days ago

Have your say on your local.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Has the pandemic made you shop more locally? Do you feel like you can rely on your community?

Let us know in our State of the Neighbourhood survey and you could win 1 of 10 $100 Prezzy cards.
Take the survey

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1072 days ago

Potted foam cactus

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

When it comes to homeware trends, the cactus is a perennial favourite. Create some super-cute and affordable cactus-themed crafts with Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own.

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1073 days ago

Have your say on an enhanced Basin Reserve

Let's Get Wellington Moving

Let’s Get Wellington Moving is looking for your feedback on four transport options that will change how Wellingtonians get around and ensure we’re ready for the future.

Your trips of tomorrow could include an enhanced Basin Reserve, with new cycleways, walkways and green spaces for everyone … View more
Let’s Get Wellington Moving is looking for your feedback on four transport options that will change how Wellingtonians get around and ensure we’re ready for the future.

Your trips of tomorrow could include an enhanced Basin Reserve, with new cycleways, walkways and green spaces for everyone to enjoy – take a look at the options and have your say today.
Find out more

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1073 days ago

GRAB A BLACK FRIDAY EXCLUSIVE DEAL NOW!

The Team from NZ Compare

These deals have been snatched quicker than donuts in lockdown! Get your household a black Friday broadband deal like a $150 joining credit plus tonnes more benefits, exclusive only to Broadband Compare.

Only a few days left before they go, be QUICK and take a look today!

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1073 days ago

Seven key reasons you need a will

Public Trust

When we think about writing a will, most of us think about who will receive our assets when we've passed away. But it's so much more than that. It's about leaving a personal and lasting legacy. Trustee Team Lead Kim Rogers from our Taranaki Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz… View moreWhen we think about writing a will, most of us think about who will receive our assets when we've passed away. But it's so much more than that. It's about leaving a personal and lasting legacy. Trustee Team Lead Kim Rogers from our Taranaki Customer Centre had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently on the seven key reasons you need a will. Check out the article in the link below.

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1074 days ago

Why choose Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem?

Organic Crop Protectants

All neem oil is made from the marvellous neem tree, but not all neem insecticides are created equally!

Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem has high azadirachtin levels, has no restraints for using around bees, is safe to use on fruits & vegetables and is highly concentrated (100mL makes up … View more
All neem oil is made from the marvellous neem tree, but not all neem insecticides are created equally!

Organic Crop Protectants eco-neem has high azadirachtin levels, has no restraints for using around bees, is safe to use on fruits & vegetables and is highly concentrated (100mL makes up to 50L of spray). Eco-neem is also free of solvent residues found in some other neem products (check for hazard diamond icons on products labels, these may indicate the presence of solvents).
Find out more

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