Whitby, Porirua

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

1018 days ago

Busting the Common myths on creating a will

Public Trust

Stewart Harvey, Principal Trustee at Public Trust Waikato, says "seizing the moment" is essential so things aren't left to chance - and it's easier than you think. Stewart had a chat with Stuff.co.nz recently, check out the article in the link below.

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1025 days ago

Countdown bricks

Jenny from Titahi Bay

If you missed getting your bricks from Porirua Coundown this week, they now have them back in the store.

1019 days ago

Playhouse Raffle for benefit of the Life Flight Trust

Bill Moffatt from Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club -2

The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with proceeds going to the Life Flight Trust and local charities. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz.
Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets … View more
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with proceeds going to the Life Flight Trust and local charities. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz.
Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online. Closing date is 12 February 2022.
All proceeds go to the Life Flight Trust and local charities

1019 days ago

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

Let the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and… View moreLet the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and is now available to watch online, for a limited time only.

This specially shot online performance will bring this enchanting ballet from theatre to your screens, with live stage footage enhanced by close-ups so you can experience the emotion and dance first-hand. This is ballet like you’ve never seen it before, a full cinematic experience.

Watch online from 3 Dec – 12 Dec 2021. Rnzb.org.nz/msndonline
Watch online

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1020 days ago

Porirua City at orange setting

Porirua City Council

Porirua is now at the orange setting of the Covid-19 traffic lights protection framework.

This means some changes to the way we work and live, as we put protections in place to help minimise the spread of Covid-19 in the community.

Vaccine passes will be required at all indoor Council … View more
Porirua is now at the orange setting of the Covid-19 traffic lights protection framework.

This means some changes to the way we work and live, as we put protections in place to help minimise the spread of Covid-19 in the community.

Vaccine passes will be required at all indoor Council facilities, and all Council staff must be fully vaccinated by 17 January 2021. These measures are in place to protect the health and safety of our community and our staff.

Our facilities at orange setting
At orange, public facilities are open. Visitors must scan in and wear masks (other than when swimming, exercising or eating/drinking) and stay 1 metre from others. In some cases, numbers in a venue will be limited to meet the 1 metre spacing requirement.

Vaccine passes
As we transition into the new system there may be some delays on entering premises. Please be patient as our staff do our best to get everyone through quickly and safely.

Te Rauparaha Arena including fitness centre, café and all events:
Show your vaccine pass on entry.

Pools (Arena Aquatics and Cannons Creek):
Show your vaccine pass on entry.

Pātaka:
Show your vaccine pass on entry.

Libraries:
City Centre library – show your vaccine pass on entry; branch libraries – show your vaccine pass to the librarian. Our libraries have eBooks, Streaming Video and eMagazines available for those who don’t have passes or prefer to access services externally.

Council building customer service centre/front counter:
Show your vaccine pass on entry.

Nursery:
Show your vaccine pass on entry.

Council meetings:
Meetings will continue to be live-streamed and non-council participants will take part via Zoom.

Spicer Landfill and bulk recycling:
No vaccine pass required.

Cemeteries:
No vaccine pass required other than to enter Whenua Tapu chapel.

Public toilets, playgrounds, parks, courts and the splash pad will be open as normal.

For details of all Council services visit poriruacity.govt.nz/covid. We will continue to follow Government guidelines so keep an eye on our website for any updates.
Find out more

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1021 days ago

Pioneering a new way to live in retirement

Malvina Major Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.

Learn more

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1026 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Who can remember who this is and why he became famous?

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1021 days ago

The Ryman Guide

Retirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site … View moreRetirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site so you can plan for the future.

The Ryman Guide will help you choose the lifestyle you want to live at a Ryman village, so you can embrace every opportunity.
Get your free copy here

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1022 days ago

Dora The Explorer Sleeping Bag

Jenny from Titahi Bay

In very good condition but there is a name on the sleeping bag tag (at base) easily removed and the tag has been removed from bag cover.
Dora is very wrinkled from being rolled up in the bag - not from old age.
Suitable for a young child as the bag is rather short.

Price: $10

1023 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meowmeow of Wainuiomata

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
We have not had many submissions lately so please send us a picture of your favourite furry friend. This week we feature Meowmeow of … View more
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
We have not had many submissions lately so please send us a picture of your favourite furry friend. This week we feature Meowmeow of Wainuiomata who belongs to Teresa Reynolds.

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1022 days ago

Child's Rocking Horse

Jenny from Titahi Bay

Homemade rocking horse for very young children.
Designed to have a gentle rocking motion.

Price: $15

1022 days ago

Playhouse Raffle for benefit of the Life Flight Trust

Bill Moffatt from Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club -2

The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with proceeds going to the Life Flight Trust and local charities. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz.
Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets … View more
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with proceeds going to the Life Flight Trust and local charities. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz.
Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online. Closing date is 12 February 2022.
All proceeds go to the Life Flight Trust and local charities

1022 days ago

Rental wanted for family causing stress at round Xmas :-(

Jessica from Whitby

We are urgently looking for a 4 bedroom or 3 bedroom plus rumpus in Whitby or surrounding areas.. our landlords have decided to sell with us only being into 6months of our what we thought was long term home. We have a newborn baby plus two other children so could imagine how we must be feeling. As … View moreWe are urgently looking for a 4 bedroom or 3 bedroom plus rumpus in Whitby or surrounding areas.. our landlords have decided to sell with us only being into 6months of our what we thought was long term home. We have a newborn baby plus two other children so could imagine how we must be feeling. As we have a dog which so many landlords sadly done allow - she is 8 yrs old, doesn’t bark, dig, is toilet trained she’s just the friendliest chilled dog ever whom we have references for. Please message on here or email jessclimo@outlook.com many thanks

1022 days ago

Still stressed and shopping for Christmas?

The Team from NZ Compare

It’s been a hard year and we know for many the pinch is on this holiday season!
www.FreeVoucherCodes.co.nz has been launched to help Kiwi shoppers save money on a huge range of different products and services. Whether you need a meal kit comparison or discount vouchers for all your fave … View more
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1023 days ago

Glass Chess Set

Jenny from Titahi Bay

As shown in the photos.
All there in perfect condition with the packing around it.

Price: $30

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