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1715 days ago

What would you do with $50 million?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Lotto's $42 million Powerball rolled over on Wednesday night, boosting the prize to $50m on Saturday - potentially the biggest ever.

To read more, click here.

What would you do with $50 million?

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1712 days ago

There's no place like it

Homed

Hi Neighbours,

Welcome to Homed, New Zealand’s biggest place for everything Home and property.

Take a look inside this weekend’s Sunday Star-times, where you’ll find the new look Homed publication, full of inspirational and award-winning content from Stuff, NZ House & Garden and NZ… View more
Hi Neighbours,

Welcome to Homed, New Zealand’s biggest place for everything Home and property.

Take a look inside this weekend’s Sunday Star-times, where you’ll find the new look Homed publication, full of inspirational and award-winning content from Stuff, NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener as well as the latest property listings from all around the country.

For even more home ideas, take a look at Homed.co.nz or neighbourly.co.nz for listings in your area.
Find out more

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1713 days ago

Titahi Bay water quality update

The Team from Wellington Water

Following two consecutive days of sampling results at Titahi Bay within bathing guidelines, we will today be removing warning signs at Titahi Bay Beach.

The Land Air Water Aotearoa Can I swim here? map will also be updated.

Our operations crew have investigated the catchment, and could not find a… View more
Following two consecutive days of sampling results at Titahi Bay within bathing guidelines, we will today be removing warning signs at Titahi Bay Beach.

The Land Air Water Aotearoa Can I swim here? map will also be updated.

Our operations crew have investigated the catchment, and could not find a source of contamination impacting the beach. We will be continuing with daily sampling for the next week as a precautionary approach.

1714 days ago

Nominate your kind neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you know a kind neighbour? A caring person that goes out of their way to spread a little kindness in their community. Head over to the Neighbourly's Kind Neighbour page to nominate them now and you could both receive a $50 prezzy card! Nominate now

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1714 days ago

Create scrabble art

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Repurpose old Scrabble tiles and picture frames together to create cute and colourful word art.

Have fun creating your own messages and paint the frames in your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create… View more
Repurpose old Scrabble tiles and picture frames together to create cute and colourful word art.

Have fun creating your own messages and paint the frames in your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1714 days ago

Tui Lewis - Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Kia ora koutou, I am Tui Lewis and I represent the Hutt City Council on the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee, set up by the Greater Wellington Regional Council to make recommendations for maintaining and improving our taonga – our fresh and coastal waters.

I am honoured to have the … View more
Kia ora koutou, I am Tui Lewis and I represent the Hutt City Council on the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee, set up by the Greater Wellington Regional Council to make recommendations for maintaining and improving our taonga – our fresh and coastal waters.

I am honoured to have the privilege of serving Te Awakarangi and to support the kaitiakitanga of our special environment with the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara committee. We are looking forward to working with you to maintain and improve the quality of the water in our catchments. Growing population is placing an immense pressure on our waste and stormwater pipes. We need to fix our infrastructure to leave a healthier catchment to our children, and fixing infrastructure is costly. These are big changes, and needs to reflect our communities’ views informed by good evidence and information to find solutions that are fair and equitable.

Come and talk to me about what we can do together. Connect with us to talk about what we can do together. You can reach us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz. To see what we have been doing visit our Facebook page, and to share what you value about our water and your solutions have your say by following the link below.

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1714 days ago

5th Titahi Bay Beach Festival

Titahi Bay Beach Festival

Come to Titahi Bay Beach's northen end March 7, 1-7pm. With 100 stalls & food trucks and all afternoon entertainment we've got it covered.

KAI & INU: Greek to Japanese, Syrian to South American. Coffee to Sorbet.

MUSIC: Blueprint rock, Andy Gartrell does pop, Liberty Swing … View more
Come to Titahi Bay Beach's northen end March 7, 1-7pm. With 100 stalls & food trucks and all afternoon entertainment we've got it covered.

KAI & INU: Greek to Japanese, Syrian to South American. Coffee to Sorbet.

MUSIC: Blueprint rock, Andy Gartrell does pop, Liberty Swing Band for dance, Ma does Reggae; Meri celebrates Te Reo & The Mighty ease it out.

DANCE: Shut Up & Dance or get in the Zone. Zumba & Yoga to stretch ya!

STALLS: Crafts to Bubbles, Weaving to Oils.

ACTIVITIES: Tug of War, Treasure Hunt, Free Planting, Children's Rides & much more.

Don't miss out!
Find out more

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1714 days ago

Swimmers advised to avoid Titahi Bay Beach

The Team from Wellington Water

Regular water quality monitoring at Titahi Bay has shown an increase in faecal coliforms (which could indicate wastewater contamination) to levels that mean the water is currently considered unsafe for recreational use.

The public is warned against swimming and other recreational activity such as … View more
Regular water quality monitoring at Titahi Bay has shown an increase in faecal coliforms (which could indicate wastewater contamination) to levels that mean the water is currently considered unsafe for recreational use.

The public is warned against swimming and other recreational activity such as fishing or collecting seafood at Titahi Bay beach. Warning signs have been posted in the area and the LAWA Can I swim here? map has been updated. These warnings will remain in place until daily testing shows that the water quality has returned to safe levels. We will also keep the public updated via our social media and on our website.

There is no indication the result is related to operations at the nearby Porirua Wastewater Treatment Plant. Operational crews are currently investigating potential sources of contamination, which could include residential cross-connections or other network issues.

Wellington Water's water quality monitoring programme enables rapid detection and response to contamination events. Response thresholds are deliberately set at precautionary levels in order to minimise public risk.

Swimming or entering water with potential wastewater contamination can lead to symptoms such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or infections of the eyes, ears, nose and throat. If you have any health concerns following contact with the water in this area then contact your doctor or Healthline 0800 611 116.

1716 days ago

Join our new Wellington Parenting group

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours!

Join our new Wellington Parenting Group - a safe place to connect with other parents, grandparents and guardians.

Use the Group to organise coffee catch-ups and playdates - and to share advice, tips and tricks for growing happy little neighbours. (There’ll even be chances … View more
Hi neighbours!

Join our new Wellington Parenting Group - a safe place to connect with other parents, grandparents and guardians.

Use the Group to organise coffee catch-ups and playdates - and to share advice, tips and tricks for growing happy little neighbours. (There’ll even be chances to win great prizes).
Join now

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1717 days ago

The South Island Journey presented by The Press

The Team from Readers Tours

Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous … View more
Are you ready to discover the beauty of the South Island with a group of likeminded individuals and experienced tour guides?

Our next South Island Tour offers adventurous seniors the chance to explore the hidden gems that the South Island has to offer including the natural and mountainous landscapes. Travel via train, coach and ferry over this diverse 14-day itinerary.

8 - 21 OCTOBER 2020

Bookings are limited. Visit www.readerstours.co.nz... to find out more or call us on 0800 080 099.

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1720 days ago

Short term rental accommodation required

Karen from Paremata

Older professional couple require 2 months furnished rental accommodation or housesit from 19th March to 31st of May. Registered house sitters and references can be provided.

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