Plimmerton, 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.

2643 days ago

How did Peter Dunne help Ohariu?

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

The long-standing MP announced he would not carry on after polling strongly suggested his rival, Labour's Greg O'Connor, would win in the September election.
So what good has Peter done for his electorate over the decades?

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2642 days ago

Recognising Porirua’s top people and communities

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

It’s time to nominate Porirua’s finest people and communities for one of the 2018 New Zealander of the Year Awards. Nominations are open now for New Zealander of the Year and the associated categories of youth, senior, community, innovator and local hero of the year.
Nominations close on the … View more
It’s time to nominate Porirua’s finest people and communities for one of the 2018 New Zealander of the Year Awards. Nominations are open now for New Zealander of the Year and the associated categories of youth, senior, community, innovator and local hero of the year.
Nominations close on the 18 September 2017. Any member of the public can nominate an individual or community organisation - visit www.nzawards.org.nz....
So go on, who deserves a mention?

2642 days ago

Camborne Walkway

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

The popular coastal walkway has suffered from coastal erosion and requires remedial works to repair the slipped path including landward retreat, plus coastal armouring to protect from future erosion.
The council is planning big work to upgrade it next year.
Are you a regular track user?

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2642 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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2642 days ago

Buy biscuits and be in to WIN!

SuperValue Woburn

The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift … View more
The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift vouchers when you buy any pack of Arnott's biscuits.

Click here for more details and to enter the competition. Comp ends 5th November 2017. T&C's apply.

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2642 days ago

Win a Family Story Service Session!

The Family Story Service

Competition time! We are celebrating the successful launch of our Family Story Service. We want you to share in the joy, with the chance to win a free family story session worth $275. Two are up for grabs!

We know you can video record your Mum and Dad's life story. But life is busy and … View more
Competition time! We are celebrating the successful launch of our Family Story Service. We want you to share in the joy, with the chance to win a free family story session worth $275. Two are up for grabs!

We know you can video record your Mum and Dad's life story. But life is busy and often we leave things too late. As professional researchers, we take care of this for you. We make a video keepsake of your loved one telling their story.

To enter, comment below and tell us why family stories matter to you and your family. Be quick, entries close Friday, September 1st, 2017.

Find out more here and share our Facebook page.
Click here for competition terms and conditions.
See our website

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2643 days ago

Allow for longer journey times on State Highway 58 this weekend

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys over State Highway 58 this weekend, or consider taking alternative routes, as work starts (weather permitting) on the tie-in between the existing road and the new Haywards Interchange.

The work was scheduled for earlier this … View more
Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys over State Highway 58 this weekend, or consider taking alternative routes, as work starts (weather permitting) on the tie-in between the existing road and the new Haywards Interchange.

The work was scheduled for earlier this month but was postponed because of a poor weather forecast.

Significant delays are likely while work is carried out between 7pm on Friday August 25 and 7pm Sunday August 27.

Stop-go traffic management will be in place between Hugh Duncan St and SH 2.

Wellington Transport System Manager, Mark Owen says the work is needed to construct the new road alignment that will connect State Highway 58 and State Highway 2 at the interchange. Once completed, the route will be safer, smoother and more resilient.

“We try to minimise delays to traffic where we can, however it is unavoidable due to the reconstruction of the existing road, and we need to finish this work as quickly as possible. We are encouraging people to use an alternative route if at all possible over the weekend, as there could be significant delays with SH 58 down to one lane, while crews are working. Please bear with us while we get it finished, and then we can all look forward to enjoying the benefits of this new infrastructure.”

Crews will be working day and night with stop/go traffic management in place at all times. The work is weather dependent, so please keep an eye on the NZTA Twitter and Facebook pages, and pay attention to the electronic message boards in the area. “If wet weather strikes we will reschedule the work to a weekend when fine weather is forecast.”

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2643 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
2643 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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2644 days ago

Is Porirua missing a P or two?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Kapiti has mysteriously had the letter p crossed off it's road signs and we're hearing reports Porirua may be the same!?!
Have you seen anything?
Let us know!

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2649 days ago

Skylight dome

Christine from Titahi Bay

Measurements 1660 x 1000 mm. Let more light into those dark areas. Very good condition. Paid $450 for it but have re roofed. That is the reason we are selling.

Price: $100

2644 days ago

Poll: What is your biggest concern?

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Now that the candidates are hitting the campaign trail, we need all of you to tell us what you think is the biggest issue facing your area so we can ask them to respond in an upcoming edition of Kapi-Mana News.

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What is your biggest concern?
  • 27.3% Crime
    27.3% Complete
  • 30.9% Housing
    30.9% Complete
  • 9.1% Education
    9.1% Complete
  • 1.8% Transport
    1.8% Complete
  • 21.8% Health
    21.8% Complete
  • 9.1% Employment
    9.1% Complete
55 votes
2644 days ago

The Three Altos - A Viola Spectacular!

New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

An evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's … View moreAn evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's extraordinary "Lady Walton's Garden", rich with Argentinean flavour, rhythms and excitement - don't be surprised if it breaks into some tango dancing - anything is possible! Roger Myers (USA) will feature in Schumann's enchanting "Fairy Tale Pictures" and Roger Benedict (Australia) will feature in Walton’s Viola Concerto. This promises to be a New Zealand cultural highlight of the year.

Michael Fowler Centre 7.30pm, September 4, 2017.

Visit the 44th International Viola Congress website.
Book now

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