Paremata, Porirua

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1892 days ago

Bay Balloonz

Julie-Ann from Titahi Bay

Any Occasion Personalised Balloons.
Check us out on Facebook and Instagram.
Ph: 0274448304
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1892 days ago

Poll: Do you bother to vote in local body elections?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Local elections impact us all, but many of us don't take the time to make our voices heard.

In fact, only 38.5% of Aucklanders voted in the 2016 local body election.

To read more, click here.

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Do you bother to vote in local body elections?
  • 84.5% Yes, of course
    84.5% Complete
  • 15.5% No, I can't be bothered
    15.5% Complete
1628 votes
1893 days ago

Thank you for making Father's Day special!

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

Wow, over 360 Father's Day bundles have been donated by our amazing community of Foodbank Project donors! Your generosity helped make Father's Day special for Kiwi dads who are finding things tough at the moment- thank you.

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1904 days ago

Where are the best property deals?

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best … View more
Hey neighbours,

The region (and city) you choose to invest in can drastically impact your future returns.

That's why, once you decide to invest in NZ's property market, your next step is to question which region you should park your money in.

To read more about where the best property deals might be click here.

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1899 days ago

Times are tough for renters

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you're looking to secure a rental property, get ready for a competitive and expensive time.

New figures say the number of Trade Me inquiries on rentals is on the up, and with the number of available properties decreasing, significant price jumps are expected in the … View more
Hey neighbours,

If you're looking to secure a rental property, get ready for a competitive and expensive time.

New figures say the number of Trade Me inquiries on rentals is on the up, and with the number of available properties decreasing, significant price jumps are expected in the coming months.

Auckland's median weekly rent rose to $560 in July, while in Wellington the median weekly rent has risen 10 per cent year-on-year to $530.

Are you having a hard time finding and affording a rental property?

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

To read more, click here.

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1903 days ago

Izzy Ford or Mike Tana - Who'd make the better Mayor?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

Hi neighbours - Porirua's Deputy Mayor Izzy Ford has announced she will run for the city's mayoralty in October's elections.

If successful, it will the third term for the former Black Fern who is the fourth councillor to challenge the current Mayor Mike Tana who has come under … View more
Hi neighbours - Porirua's Deputy Mayor Izzy Ford has announced she will run for the city's mayoralty in October's elections.

If successful, it will the third term for the former Black Fern who is the fourth councillor to challenge the current Mayor Mike Tana who has come under fire for his credit card management, $120,000 staff bill and the council's $875 "smiley face" avatar.

What are your thoughts? Who do you think should be elected as Mayor?

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1893 days ago

Mental Health + Well-Being - September 1st to 30th 🧠

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For … View more
Did you know, 1 in 4 New Zealand adults will suffer from a mental disorder or distress at some point in their lives? When they do, let’s make sure they never have to go it alone. To create safer, more caring communities we need to not only look after ourselves but those around us as well.

For the month of September, we want to use our voice to raise awareness for mental health and well-being. Perhaps consider sharing a cuppa with someone you know who could use the support or challenge your family and friends to unplug from social media for the entire month to improve their well-being. If you or someone you know is going through a rough patch, don’t forget you can call or text 1737 anytime for FREE support from a trained counsellor.

Don’t forget, this month also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10th) followed by Mental Health Awareness Week (23 - 29 September) and Mental Health Awareness Day on October 10th.

However you choose to take part, feel free to tag us in your posts + use the following hashtag so we can see how you’re cultivating better mental health for yourself or in your community this month:

#NSNZmentalhealth

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1893 days ago

How are the measles immunisation rates where you live?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Vaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?… View moreVaccine hesitancy – the reluctance or refusal to vaccinate despite the availability of vaccines – is now considered one of the top ten threats to global health.As the country wrestles with the worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, it has to be asked; what are we going to do about it?

Search for your suburb here to check the immunisation rates percentages in 2018.

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1893 days ago

Wastewater overflow

The Team from Wellington Water

We have had several reports of wastewater overflowing from a manhole on the corner of Ghuznee St and Victoria St in the Wellington CBD.

Crews are heading out now to resolve the issue. Please avoid the area.

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1894 days ago

Mana Arts Society-Have a Go Open Day-Sat 14 September

Carolina from Plimmerton

Have you always wanted to paint? Engage your creative self?
Mana Arts is having an Open Day where you can come and try out painting, see what we do, get information and advice from our artist members who will be there on the day.
Place: MAS Clubrooms, Plimmerton Domain
Time: 10 AM to 4 PM
Children … View more
Have you always wanted to paint? Engage your creative self?
Mana Arts is having an Open Day where you can come and try out painting, see what we do, get information and advice from our artist members who will be there on the day.
Place: MAS Clubrooms, Plimmerton Domain
Time: 10 AM to 4 PM
Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult please.
All welcome!

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