Whitby, 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.

2460 days ago

Have you registered your event?

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Register your Neighbours Day event before March 9 and you'll go into the draw to win a $200 prezzy card to help with your event! Visit: neighboursdayaotearoa.org...

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2460 days ago

Porirua Wastewater Treatment Plant Bypass

The Team from Wellington Water

When there's heavy rainfall, like after cyclone Gita yesterday, lots of water can end up in the wastewater network (instead of travelling through the stormwater network). This means our wastewater pump stations and treatment plants are not able to cope with the extra volume of wastewater.

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When there's heavy rainfall, like after cyclone Gita yesterday, lots of water can end up in the wastewater network (instead of travelling through the stormwater network). This means our wastewater pump stations and treatment plants are not able to cope with the extra volume of wastewater.

On 20 February 2018, some water bypassed the Porirua treatment plant, only receiving partial treatment with UV light, before being discharged from a pipe at Rukutane Point in Titahi Bay. There were also overflows into the Porirua harbour and near Plimmerton.

We always recommend you do not swim in harbours and rivers following heavy rainfalls, for at least 48 hours.

Please note the following:
- Regional Public Health recommends no swimming in the affected area.
- Health Warning signs will be posted around Titahi Bay.

If you would like to receive text or email notifications of these events please email info@wellingtonwater.co.nz subject line "Porirua WW bypass".

2460 days ago

'Age Concerns Everyone' Conference 2018

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

We are excited to announce that registrations for our Annual National Age Concern Conference ‘Age Concerns Everyone’ are now OPEN! The conference will be taking place on the 16 and 17 April 2018 in Wellington.
We have a fantastic line up of speakers and topics, from discussions about older … View more
We are excited to announce that registrations for our Annual National Age Concern Conference ‘Age Concerns Everyone’ are now OPEN! The conference will be taking place on the 16 and 17 April 2018 in Wellington.
We have a fantastic line up of speakers and topics, from discussions about older workers, retirement income, housing, LGBTIQ and Maori solutions through to social connection initiatives and innovation. For more details and to register please visit our website! www.ageconcern.org.nz...

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2460 days ago

Poll: How's your summer been?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

From weeks on end of blistering hot days to calamitous cyclones, we've pretty much had it all this summer. The extreme temperatures in some parts are in stark contrast to other storm-battered coastal zones Tell us how summer's been in your area.

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How's your summer been?
  • 37.1% This summer has been a winner.
    37.1% Complete
  • 48.9% We've had a summer of contrasts - hot and spicy, wet and stormy.
    48.9% Complete
  • 10% It's been a fairly typical Kiwi summer.
    10% Complete
  • 4.1% Summer? What summer?
    4.1% Complete
1336 votes
2461 days ago

TSB Mobile Mortgage Manager

TSB

If you’re searching for a great home loan rate or considering switching banks, look no further than our 4.39% p.a. fixed for two years. Chat to one of our Mobile Mortgage Managers, they’re available seven days a week and can even come to you - wherever and whenever it suits. Offer ends 29 March… View moreIf you’re searching for a great home loan rate or considering switching banks, look no further than our 4.39% p.a. fixed for two years. Chat to one of our Mobile Mortgage Managers, they’re available seven days a week and can even come to you - wherever and whenever it suits. Offer ends 29 March 2018. Find out more

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2461 days ago

Wellington flights cancelled as ex-Tropical Cyclone Gita approaches

Reporter Stuff

It's a wet, gloomy day in Wellington, and it's forecast to get worse.

Flights in and out of Wellington have been cancelled due to ex-Cyclone Gita.

High winds are predicted to strike around 7pm Tuesday, with winds up to 130kmh. Fortunately the rain is forecast to ease from midday.

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It's a wet, gloomy day in Wellington, and it's forecast to get worse.

Flights in and out of Wellington have been cancelled due to ex-Cyclone Gita.

High winds are predicted to strike around 7pm Tuesday, with winds up to 130kmh. Fortunately the rain is forecast to ease from midday.

For the latest on the weather, and updates on transport disruptions, follow the link to our live blog.

Let us know how the weather is where you are in the comments. Has the rain and/or wind caused damage at your place?

Do you have a Gita question or concern you'd like one of our reporters to look into for you?

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2461 days ago

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH THE KAPI-MANA NEWS

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

The Kapi-Mana News Porirua front counter at 14 Hartham Place North will be permanently closing on Friday 2 March. See below for how to keep in touch with the Kapi-Mana News after 2 March.

THE KAPI-MANA NEWS CAN BE PICKED UP AT:
The Customer Services Desk at North City Shopping Centre on 2 … View more
The Kapi-Mana News Porirua front counter at 14 Hartham Place North will be permanently closing on Friday 2 March. See below for how to keep in touch with the Kapi-Mana News after 2 March.

THE KAPI-MANA NEWS CAN BE PICKED UP AT:
The Customer Services Desk at North City Shopping Centre on 2 Titahi Bay Road.

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING INQUIRIES:
Phone (04) 472 9999 or email WellingtonClassifieds@stuff.co.nz. For display and digital advertising inquiries, you can contact Karla Magill on 027 404 7270 or emailing karla.magill@stuff.co.nz.

DELIVERY INQUIRIES or MISSED DELIVERY
Phone 04 237 8118 or go to fixmydelivery.co.nz

NEWS TIPS
Contact our dedicated Porirua reporter, Jared Nicoll, on 027 423 9837 or jared.nicoll@stuff.co.nz. or email editor@kmananews.co.nz

The Kapi-Mana News will still be delivered on Tuesdays to more than 25,000 homes across the region, jampacked with our regular features and local news stories. For our readers and advertisers, it will be business as usual when the office closes on March 2.

2462 days ago
2463 days ago

Neighbourly poll shows changing attitudes to eating meat across NZ

Jonathan Milne Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland,… View more
Thanks to the 2600 of you who completed our Sunday Star-Times/Neighbourly poll on NZ's changing attitudes to meat and veges. We reported the results this weekend - and they were fascinating.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, it reveals our most loyal meat-eaters are in farming provinces like Southland, Manawatu-Wanganui and Taranaki, where nearly two-thirds of us eat meat most days. By comparison, fewer than half of respondents in Wellington, Auckland and Northland eat that much meat. More than a third of Aucklanders and Cantabrians say they are reducing their meat consumption; another 13 per cent have already cut it from their diets entirely.

>> So here's a question: should city-dwellers be supporting our farmers better, given they're still the backbone of our economy? Or do farmers and the rest of us need to be working together to find new solutions - new premium meats, new meat alternatives - to reflect reducing meat consumption around the world?


>> www.stuff.co.nz...

2463 days ago

School's back in full swing!

MindLab Kids

MindLabKids.com have created some fresh challenges for your little one to get their brain back in the game. Plus heaps of new characters with brand new #STEM-based quizzes and queries.

This week, learn how to make a magnetic suspension, or create your own lava lamp! Sign up now for free!
Find out more!

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2463 days ago

Pretty silver heart braclette & earings set

Duane from Porirua City Centre

New pretty matching set from Avon. Never worn, earrings still sealed in bag :)

Price: $15

2463 days ago

Beautiful NZ solid 925 silver Morris & Watson

Duane from Porirua City Centre

NZ solid 925 silver teardrop necklace & drop earring set from Morris & Watson guaranteed for quality, strength and carat.

Never been worn. (Not its original box) I have heaps of jewelry to list up, watch this space :)

Price: $50

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2464 days ago

Alternative School at Cannons Creek

Sala Neighbourly Lead from Cannons Creek

Does anyone know who is the main contact person for Alternative School at Cannons Creek?

2464 days ago

Getting prepared for cyclone Gita

The Team from Wellington Water

We’ve all got a part to play in being prepared for emergencies. Current MetService predictions are telling us cyclone Gita could be quite severe. To make sure you protect your home and property we recommend you:

- Check your guttering is clear.
- Check and clear the area around any drains … View more
We’ve all got a part to play in being prepared for emergencies. Current MetService predictions are telling us cyclone Gita could be quite severe. To make sure you protect your home and property we recommend you:

- Check your guttering is clear.
- Check and clear the area around any drains you have on your property.
- If you’re aware of any areas where water collects or flows through your property, sandbags can help keep it away. Sandbags can be found at DIY stores such as Mitre10 and Bunnings.
- Have a look at the gutter and street drains outside your property. Are they clear of leaf litter and other debris? If you notice any significant blockages contact your local council.
- Put any rubbish in your wheelie-bin and tie down anything that might get caught in the wind, such as BBQ covers and trampolines.
- Check on your neighbours, and help them out if you can.

Flood events happen quickly, and can do a lot of damage in a short amount of time.

Stay out of flood waters, as there is a risk manhole lids have come loose, there could be debris floating in the water, and it can be contaminated with sewerage.

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