Paremata, Porirua

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2430 days ago

We can help employers as well as employees

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Remember, every employee must have a written employment agreement. If you’re an employer and you want to make sure you’re doing right by your workers, and are meeting your legal obligations, visit your local CAB, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or check out our website, www.cab.org.nz.

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2430 days ago

Poll: Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

What are your thoughts on tenants paying letting fees? Housing Minister Phil Twyford has put forward a bill that would ban landlords from charging letting fees to tenants. Is the bill a good idea? Let us know in our poll below.
To read more click here.

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Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?
  • 80% Yes, let's get rid of fees
    80% Complete
  • 9.1% No, tenants should pay letting fees
    9.1% Complete
  • 10.9% No, but fees should be reduced
    10.9% Complete
  • 0% I'm on the fence
    0% Complete
55 votes
2430 days ago

Odd One Out – April School Holiday Fun

Capital E

Three curious characters live a busy life in a world where everything has a purpose and place… until one day, an Odd character arrives and things start to change. Suddenly their world is full of things that don’t belong anywhere! What will the Odd One Out do next and will anything ever be the … View moreThree curious characters live a busy life in a world where everything has a purpose and place… until one day, an Odd character arrives and things start to change. Suddenly their world is full of things that don’t belong anywhere! What will the Odd One Out do next and will anything ever be the same again?

Book into Odd One Out at the Hannah Playhouse for this brand new, delightful, non-verbal National Theatre for Children Show. Suits age 2-7
Book here!

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2431 days ago

Will your pets be joining you on the bus?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

How do you feel about pets being allowed on Wellington's buses? The council will soon allow domestic pets ride along on public transport. So, will you be taking your dogs, cats and rabbits for a ride? Do you think it's a good idea? To read more click here.

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2431 days ago

Have you heard? National's Jonathan Coleman bows out

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard that former Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has resigned from politics? A by-election will be held for his Auckland seat.
To read more about his resignation click here.

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2431 days ago

Poll: What's your favourite NZ town?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View more
Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!

To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.

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What's your favourite NZ town?
  • 14.3% Wellington
    14.3% Complete
  • 11.9% Auckland
    11.9% Complete
  • 2.4% Napier
    2.4% Complete
  • 4.8% Palmerston North
    4.8% Complete
  • 14.3% Christchurch
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Invercargill
    2.4% Complete
  • 11.9% Nelson
    11.9% Complete
  • 7.1% Rotorua
    7.1% Complete
  • 0% Queenstown
    0% Complete
  • 7.1% Dunedin
    7.1% Complete
  • 23.8% Other
    23.8% Complete
42 votes
2445 days ago

Where are their lots of wasps?

Jenny from Judgeford - Pauatahanui

If anyone has a lot of wasps around their place i'd love to know, as i'm collecting information about their behaviour and where they live etc

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2431 days ago

Dear Prime Minister: End Oil Exploration

Greenpeace

Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your … View more
Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your generation has the power to inspire a nation, and indeed the world. We are calling on you to turn this passion into action, by taking bold and decisive measures to protect our future and our children’s future.”

Add your name in support of the Government ending oil and gas exploration now as a vital step in tackling climate change.
Add your name!

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2431 days ago

You're invited to an Easter Arts Experience!

Titahi Bay Community Church

Release your mind, body, creative spirit, children, relationships, and stress levels this Easter! Release from things that get in the way, release to new ways of thinking and being … release to be more the person God had in mind.

This popular series of workshops and reflections combines with… View more
Release your mind, body, creative spirit, children, relationships, and stress levels this Easter! Release from things that get in the way, release to new ways of thinking and being … release to be more the person God had in mind.

This popular series of workshops and reflections combines with community art installations to help us explore the Easter Event. Free admission and supper. We’d love to see you.

Titahi Bay Community Church, 25 Mana Avenue, Titahi Bay. For info visit – www.tbcc.org.nz, our Facebook, email us at office@tbcc.org.nz or give us a call on (04) 236 7345.
Find out more!

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2432 days ago

Neighbours Day this Weekend!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018

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2432 days ago

Which is your favourite city - Auckland or Wellington?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

#Watch: New Zealand has some beautiful cities, but we want to know which one is your favourite. Is Auckland or Wellington the country's most creative centre? Let us know!

2432 days ago

EASTER SALE at Big Mac Slabs Furniture

Steph from Paremata

If you need some furniture that can handle the dramatic weather we have in our neighbourhood - pop in to Big Mac Slabs Furniture this weekend and grab a bargain as they are being priced for the Easter SALE! (You also have a good chance of finding a Mothers Day pressie)
Park Benches from $500
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If you need some furniture that can handle the dramatic weather we have in our neighbourhood - pop in to Big Mac Slabs Furniture this weekend and grab a bargain as they are being priced for the Easter SALE! (You also have a good chance of finding a Mothers Day pressie)
Park Benches from $500
Bench Seats from $200
Chopping Boards from $20

Price: $500

2432 days ago

Have your say on the future of tax

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working … View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment, make NZ an even better place to live and work?

These are just three of the areas the Tax Working Group want to hear your thoughts on. Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website today to watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Have your say on the future of tax at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2433 days ago

Recap: Your decorating dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

A talented duo of colour and painting experts from Resene joined us for a chat on Homed tonight to answer all your colour conundrums and share their top tips for perfecting your paint jobs.

If you missed it, you can still check out what they had to say and pick up some new ideas, here.

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