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A memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her … View moreA memorial service was held for one of New Zealand's most famous birds, Manukura the Little White Kiwi, at Pukaha National Wildlife Centre on Saturday.
The little white kiwi with a feisty personality was more than just a bird to those who met her and the institutions who served as her guardians.
The extremely rare bird made the news across the world as the first white kiwi chick to be hatched in captivity back in 2011, and she died on December 27, 2020 after surgery to remove an infertile egg that had become stuck.
Neither a pandemic nor border closures – and not even an ocean – could stop John Maurice marrying the woman he loves this week.
Surrounded by whānau, he kneeled in front of a camera in his Thorndon flat and exchanged vows with Daisy Cainglet, who was more than 8000km away in a hotel in … View moreNeither a pandemic nor border closures – and not even an ocean – could stop John Maurice marrying the woman he loves this week.
Surrounded by whānau, he kneeled in front of a camera in his Thorndon flat and exchanged vows with Daisy Cainglet, who was more than 8000km away in a hotel in the Philippines with about 50 family and friends.
The ceremony, officiated in the US state of Utah, marked one year to the day since the couple met online. It was necessitated by Covid-19 and made possible using an online video link between the three countries. Guests in the UK, Dubai and Australia logged on to watch the nuptials
On the last day of 2020 Analise Forster sent a message to a stranger.
She asked if he’d once owned a Bob Marley jersey and had mates called Tui and Sam. She asked if he’d lived in Porirua more than 20 years ago.
On the last day of 2020 Analise Forster sent a message to a stranger.
She asked if … View moreOn the last day of 2020 Analise Forster sent a message to a stranger.
She asked if he’d once owned a Bob Marley jersey and had mates called Tui and Sam. She asked if he’d lived in Porirua more than 20 years ago.
On the last day of 2020 Analise Forster sent a message to a stranger.
She asked if he’d once owned a Bob Marley jersey and had mates called Tui and Sam. She asked if he’d lived in Porirua more than 20 years ago.
She told him she’d been looking for her father for years, finding only dead ends and doubts, and the pair swapped messages for more than an hour before Analise accepted an incoming video call.
And finally, there he was.
According to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its … View moreAccording to Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the average Kiwi eats 15 meat pies a year – three more than the average Australian consumes – meaning the team of five million puts away more than 76 million pies a year.
A Napier company, Goodtime Pies, has announced it is ramping up its production to 14 million pies, sausage rolls and savouries a year.
"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. … View more"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. Otherwise, I'm the biggest cuddle bug! I have been socialised with some dogs at the centre, so I won't mind living with a friendly, playful dog. I would love a family that can take me out for walks everyday and keep me active."
This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.
"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when … View moreThis week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.
"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when he wasn't doing anything - the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Pied Stilt/poaka (Himantopus himantopus), Pauatahanui."
Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.
"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."
If you want your pet featured, email … View moreMiramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.
"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.
Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at… View moreSwimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at Kaitoke campground, both in the Hutt Valley.
Regular users of SH 58 between Hutt Valley and Porirua can expect to see some major changes over the next three months.
From Sunday January 10, the current safety improvement work site will be extended. The site is being extended to Judgeford and will include the closure of the eastbound passing … View moreRegular users of SH 58 between Hutt Valley and Porirua can expect to see some major changes over the next three months.
From Sunday January 10, the current safety improvement work site will be extended. The site is being extended to Judgeford and will include the closure of the eastbound passing lane near the Moonshine Road intersection.
At times overnight there may be two separate STOP/GO sites within the worksite on Sunday. During these periods, there may be delays of up to 10 minutes. The new set up is expected to be in place for three months.
Have you been commuting into Wellington?
On Wednesday there was again long queues as hundreds of capital commuters crammed into Wellington Railway Station as they waited for buses replacing the trains.
It’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
… View moreIt’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
It’s called the micro-lab, and within its walls there are cupboards of flavours and scents, everything from cake batter to beetroot, a mini bean roaster, and a mixing machine called a melange.
In this, she can make 12 kilogram batches to test flavours, or 45kg batches in the one in the room next door; small quantities compared to the tonnes pumped out by the main factory on a daily basis.
Wellington’s property values recorded the fastest growth out of the main centres in 2020, with prices rising as the capital’s housing stock plumbs the lowest level in decades.
Over the coming year, the average property price for Wellington would cross the $1 million mark, said Nicki … View moreWellington’s property values recorded the fastest growth out of the main centres in 2020, with prices rising as the capital’s housing stock plumbs the lowest level in decades.
Over the coming year, the average property price for Wellington would cross the $1 million mark, said Nicki Cruickshank, a real estate agent with Tommy’s Wellington. “You can't really get a three-bedroom house in Wellington under $1m now, anyway.”
Porirua City experienced a 20.8 per cent annual growth in residential property values, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt cities both experienced 17.2 per cent growth, and Kāpiti Coast 18.3 per cent.
Smokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly … View moreSmokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly learning to use his scratching post, rather than a carpet! Smokey loves routine and "helps" people by sitting in their laps when they are trying to work or type. He has become an integral part of a piano teaching studio and loves both music and all the students.”
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