Ranui, Porirua

1319 days ago

Pet of the Day: Pip

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Remember if you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.
This week we feature Pip a ten month old border terrier, who belongs to Suzie Beverley from Hataitai.

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1316 days ago

Children's Day in Porirua

Porirua City Council

Free Event

11am–3pm Sunday 07 March

Free children’s activities: Bouncy castles, petting zoo face painting, music and more!

Children’s Day Aotea Lagoon Porirua

For more info visit poriruacity.govt.nz
Find out more

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1316 days ago

It's still adventure time!

Isaac from Adrenalin Forest Wellington

Looking to get out and do something while still maintaining social distance?
Adrenalin Forest Wellington is OPEN during Level 2.

Additional procedures are in place to keep both clients and staff safe and booking is ESSENTIAL as numbers will be limited within the parks. Don't forget to scan… View more
Looking to get out and do something while still maintaining social distance?
Adrenalin Forest Wellington is OPEN during Level 2.

Additional procedures are in place to keep both clients and staff safe and booking is ESSENTIAL as numbers will be limited within the parks. Don't forget to scan the Covid Tracer app on the way in!

So book in today and zip on in!

www.adrenalin...

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1316 days ago

Summer Garden Open Days Sat 20th and Sun 21st 10am -4pm 34 St Johns Tce, Tawa

Carolyn from Tawa

We would love to welcome you to share in the beauty of our garden in Summer. It is a very different spectacle to what you saw in Spring when the gardens were full of massed tulips.
The sunflowers on the slope are just starting to bloom, the perennial border is in full swing and work on the … View more
We would love to welcome you to share in the beauty of our garden in Summer. It is a very different spectacle to what you saw in Spring when the gardens were full of massed tulips.
The sunflowers on the slope are just starting to bloom, the perennial border is in full swing and work on the subtropical jungle extension has begun.
In light of the recent covid news we ask that everyone brings their own pen to sign in the covid tracing book please. There are plenty of garden rooms to spread out in so keeping a distance should not pose a problem.

Entry is by donation. Thank you.

1316 days ago

Sprinkler ban for Wellington region

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Due to low water supply in Wellington region and not enough rain, there is now a BAN on residential sprinklers and irrigation systems in Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, and Wellington City council areas.

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1316 days ago

Macbook Air (2018) and accessories for sale!

Laura from Tawa

Hi - Macbook air for sale as I have bought a new laptop for computer gaming.
Reserve price $950, Buy Now $1050.

If interested please see trade me listing - www.trademe.co.nz...

Price: $1,050

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1317 days ago

COVID-19 Update

Community Engagement Advisor from

Following today’s Government announcement, as of 11.59pm Sunday 14 February the Wellington region will move to Alert Level 2 until 12 midnight, Wednesday 17 February.

What does this mean for travelling with Metlink?

Face coverings are once again mandatory for travel on all Metlink bus, train … View more
Following today’s Government announcement, as of 11.59pm Sunday 14 February the Wellington region will move to Alert Level 2 until 12 midnight, Wednesday 17 February.

What does this mean for travelling with Metlink?

Face coverings are once again mandatory for travel on all Metlink bus, train and ferry services. We will be continuing to run our full timetable from midnight tonight (Sunday 14 February).

Passengers should continue to follow the Government’s level 2 advice which includes tracking their locations, practicing good personal hygiene by washing and sanitising their hands before and after travelling, sneezing and coughing into their elbows and avoiding public transport completely if they are sick.

Passengers can keep up to date with the Government’s latest alert level 2 measures on public transport through Metlink's social media, website and app. #Staysafe #BeKind #Metlink

1317 days ago

COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL UPDATE

The Team from New Zealand Police

From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit … View more
From 11:59pm tonight, Auckland moves to Alert Level 3 and the rest of New Zealand moves to Alert Level 2. The measures will remain in place for three days until midnight Wednesday.

More information on the Alert Levels here: covid19.govt.nz...

For everything you need to know visit www.covid19.govt.nz....

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1328 days ago

Brain Health Workshop for Seniors

Lorna Harvey from

You are invited to join a workshop focusing on how to keep your brain healthy and active. You will learn about things you can for brain health in older age, such as good nutrition and sleep, and social support.
After a talk from a nutritionist, we will prepare a meal together, eat, and discuss … View more
You are invited to join a workshop focusing on how to keep your brain healthy and active. You will learn about things you can for brain health in older age, such as good nutrition and sleep, and social support.
After a talk from a nutritionist, we will prepare a meal together, eat, and discuss social support.

This innovative four-part workshop is part of a research project aimed at designing social activities and keeping our brains healthy in older age.

Dana Fridman is a design researcher and lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington with a background in psychology and user experience design. Her research focus is design for brain health through social support and connection.

When:
• 4th February 2021 (full)
• 4th March 2021
• 1st April 2021

Where: Willis Street, Wellington

This research has been approved by the Victoria University of Wellington Human Ethics Committee #0000027422. Spaces are limited, so please register by emailing ea@acwellington.org.nz or by phoning 04 499 6648

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1317 days ago

chicken wire netting

Manfred from Tawa

As we have no longer chickens we are getting rid of all the associated items. We have a roll of plastic netting that is approx 5-6m long and just under 1m wide. a rabbit netting we used at the end of a send run.
As you can see they have been used so will have some imperfections.
txt me on … View more
As we have no longer chickens we are getting rid of all the associated items. We have a roll of plastic netting that is approx 5-6m long and just under 1m wide. a rabbit netting we used at the end of a send run.
As you can see they have been used so will have some imperfections.
txt me on 021-761414 only

Price: $10

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1317 days ago

RING FILES

Raymond from Tawa

A box full of used 2-ring and 3- ring files. some clean - some have writings on the spine. Prefer if you take the whole box away.

Free

1318 days ago

Tell us about a local business that makes your day?

Prospa

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s … View moreWe all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. And especially over the last year, it’s been the small businesses in our communities that have almost made things seem ‘normal’. Well, it’s payback time!

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes (T&C’s apply).

Every nominated business receives a free 3-month premium listing on Neighbourly. The 11 Regional finalists get a $100 Prezzy® gift card for the business (and one for the nominator too) and a 12-month Premium Business listing on Neighbourly (valued at $399). The National winner receives $2,500 cash prize from Prospa, a $5,000 Stuff advertising package and a $2,500 Neighbourly package.

Nominate a business today and spread the word about your Prospa Local Business Hero.
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1318 days ago

Tawa Music Centre enrolments for 2021

Jean Hollier from Tawa Music Centre

Come and meet our tutors. Group lessons for instruments and vocals available for students in years 1 - 8. Fees are $70 per half year. Our full prospectus is attached.

2021 TMC Prospectus.pdf Download View

1319 days ago

Pioneering a new way of living

There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We … View more
There’s a new generation pioneering what it means to be living in retirement. They’re making the most of every moment, trying new things and rediscovering passions that were lost when responsibilities took over.

They’re busy enjoying newfound independence and relaxing into creativity.
We want to help them do it. That’s why we’re pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.
Find out more

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1320 days ago

Where did all the waterbeds go?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Did you have - or do you still have - a Waterbed? I hunted high and low for someone who still used one of the originals, but couldn't find a soul who'd own up to it.
What do you think about these wonderfully kitsch pieces of retro bedroom decor?

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