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.

2704 days ago

Want to put pests in their place?

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We’re developing a Regional Pest Management Plan and want to know what you think. We’re in the early stages, so need your help to guide our thinking.

What are your priorities for pest management in the region over the next ten years?

Tell us by going to haveyoursay.gw.govt.nz... and fill … View more
We’re developing a Regional Pest Management Plan and want to know what you think. We’re in the early stages, so need your help to guide our thinking.

What are your priorities for pest management in the region over the next ten years?

Tell us by going to haveyoursay.gw.govt.nz... and fill out our feedback form. We really appreciate your input.

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2705 days ago

Cheers to the Volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Every year, over 11,000 brave men and women keep us safe. Most of them are working full-time jobs. Many are parents or grandparents. When the siren sounds, they all come running.

If you know a fire volunteer, this is your chance to say thanks. #cheerstothevolunteers
Say thanks

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2705 days ago

Porirua Secondary Schools Speech Contest

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

It was back to our favourite venue, the Anchor Church in Whitby, for the Porirua Secondary Schools Speech Contest on 16 June 2017.
Three secondary schools took part: Bishop Viard College, Porirua College, and Te Kura Maori o Porirua. Each provided two contestants, who were welcomed and introduced … View more
It was back to our favourite venue, the Anchor Church in Whitby, for the Porirua Secondary Schools Speech Contest on 16 June 2017.
Three secondary schools took part: Bishop Viard College, Porirua College, and Te Kura Maori o Porirua. Each provided two contestants, who were welcomed and introduced by Club President Peter Cox.
The order of speaking was decided by ballot, and the contest was run under international rules, with each contestant having a maximum speaking time of seven minutes.
Contestants chose their own topics, which tended towards the controversial. All spoke eloquently, and most spurned the use of notes. The large audience was attentive and appreciative of the students’ efforts. The students carried themselves with great pride and aplomb.
The club provided seven judges, plus a tie-breaker judge. While the judges deliberated, Mayor Mike Tana treated the audience to some reminiscences and shared a family secret with us.
All the contestants were presented with certificates of participation, and the three winners received handsome trophies, thanks to Harcourts Real Estate.
In first place was Murray Faivalu from Porirua Collete who spoke about, 'Stop trying to fit in - embrace your true self'.
Second was Siosiana Schaumkel from Bishop Viard College who spoke about, 'The Disease - racism'.
and third was Roseta Lopa from Porirua College who spoke about 'The influences of music'.
The College Cup was awarded to Porirua College.
Thanks are due to David Knight and Bill McAulay who Book presentation organised the event for the club, the judges, and Wendy Betteridge who gave each student a copy of her book “It’s your thoughts that count”.

2706 days ago

Electric Kiwi tops customer satisfaction survey

Electric Kiwi

Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our … View more
Each year, Canstar Blue asks thousands of electricity customers to rate their retailer on key criteria. This year twelve different retailers feature in the results with Electric Kiwi winning the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Providers!

We’re really proud of the way our team has made our customers advocates of the Electric Kiwi brand by delivering an exceptional customer experience, and it’s great to see how much customers love Electric Kiwi.

If you’re interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day, then join Electric Kiwi – Rated #1 for Customer Satisfaction.
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2725 days ago

2rooms available

Lois from Whitby

furnished, shared dining, lounge, kitchen, laundry, entertainment rooms, 2bathrooms, toilets, offstreet parking, friendly dog, can do washing and dishes, internet $150wkly

2706 days ago

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteering New Zealand

Te Radar (TV personality and local legend) shared a video with us in celebration of "National Volunteer Week: Live, Laugh, Share, Volunteer" :www.youtube.com...

Find out more about National Volunteer Week or to find a volunteer centre near you here

2706 days ago

Speak Up!!

Jan & Marian from Paekakariki

Lost for words? PAEKAKARIKI EARLY BIRDS TOASTMASTERS could be THE answer for you, to overcome those challenges. Why not pop in and check us out a few time for free. It might turn those challenges into opportunities you no longer fear for. Warmly welcome
Wednesday mornings early : start at 6.45 AM… View more
Lost for words? PAEKAKARIKI EARLY BIRDS TOASTMASTERS could be THE answer for you, to overcome those challenges. Why not pop in and check us out a few time for free. It might turn those challenges into opportunities you no longer fear for. Warmly welcome
Wednesday mornings early : start at 6.45 AM - 8.00AM sharp. St Peters Hall/ Paekakariki. More info? 0212422334/ Jane Cuming

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2707 days ago

A place to call home

SBS Bank

Hi Neighbourly members. At SBS Bank we could have a home loan to help make your dream a reality. Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth.

Apply online now or phone 0800 SBS BANK.
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Hi Neighbourly members. At SBS Bank we could have a home loan to help make your dream a reality. Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth.

Apply online now or phone 0800 SBS BANK.
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2707 days ago

Dr Lance O'Sullivan: It was when my daughter got sick that I realised how important immunisation is

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Dr Lance O'Sullivan writes from the heart, and from the head: "It was 1996 and we were young parents. I was at medical school when I came upon an anti-immunisation pamphlet left in one of our lecture theatres.

"I was suspicious of the establishment at the time. You need to … View more
Dr Lance O'Sullivan writes from the heart, and from the head: "It was 1996 and we were young parents. I was at medical school when I came upon an anti-immunisation pamphlet left in one of our lecture theatres.

"I was suspicious of the establishment at the time. You need to understand, I had grown up a welfare-dependent "half-caste" (I hate that term) boy living with his mother, escaping from a life of alcohol, crime and a level of violence that I would not tolerate for my daughters. An under-achiever, I was expelled from two secondary schools. I feel I had a reason to be angry at "the system".

"Then I became a father. It changed my life. I needed to be a responsible adult caring for a son, then a daughter – eventually seven children. We were young parents and wanted to do only the best for these precious beings.

"I read the pamphlet. It described "studies" in the Netherlands into communities that didn't look like mine, but I took little persuasion. I stated our second child, our little daughter Te Miringa, would not be immunised.

"At the time my wife Tracy was working as a nurse at the local medical centre and immunising children daily. Yet this was my protest against the establishment that I so mistrusted.

"Fifteen months later, we had a scare. Te Miringa became unwell with high fever and a body rash and the doctors were concerned as there was a measles outbreak locally. And I realised the information from the Netherlands did not reflect my reality.

"We got Te Miringa immunised."

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2709 days ago

coat hangers

Karen from Titahi Bay

l am looking for some coathangers

Free

2707 days ago

Struggling With Skin Issues?

Rebecca from Ascot Park

Address skin issues from the inside out with clean, healthy, nutritious foods in the Taste Success 6 week skin programme. You will receive a recipe e-book with delicious recipes, 6 weeks of meal plans/shopping lists, and one-on-one support from me along the way. If you would like more information … View moreAddress skin issues from the inside out with clean, healthy, nutritious foods in the Taste Success 6 week skin programme. You will receive a recipe e-book with delicious recipes, 6 weeks of meal plans/shopping lists, and one-on-one support from me along the way. If you would like more information visit www.tastesuccess.co.nz... or email me at rebeccah@tastesuccess.co.nz

Rebecca Hutchings
Programme Facilitator - Wellington Region
Taste Success NZ

2707 days ago

Heelys

Eva from Titahi Bay

Size 8 women's, good condition

Price: $20

2707 days ago

Jackets and Card Game

Eva from Titahi Bay

2 girls jackets ($10 each) Black Jacket size 10, Multi coloured Jacket size 9, in good condition, from a smoke free home.

Negotiable

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