Whitby, Porirua

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2601 days ago

Wellington’s trolley buses won’t be around much longer – so take a last ride while you can.

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

That’s because the first step in dismantling Wellington’s trolley bus wires is set to start next week. A disused section in the city centre will be the first to go, beginning on 10 October. Removing the entire 82 kilometres of overhead wires will take 12 months, starting in November. Power to … View moreThat’s because the first step in dismantling Wellington’s trolley bus wires is set to start next week. A disused section in the city centre will be the first to go, beginning on 10 October. Removing the entire 82 kilometres of overhead wires will take 12 months, starting in November. Power to the trolleys will be switched off on 31 October.

Greater Wellington Regional Council says the trolleys have served the city well over the decades, but it’s time to look to new environmentally-friendly technology that can be used throughout the entire city and region. It says that next year the region will get a new fleet of low-emission diesels, as well as 10 electric double-deckers – and in the next few years there’ll also be another 22 electric double-deckers. Eventually the whole fleet will be electric, it says.

For more information, go to metlink.co.nz

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2601 days ago

Plant these... stamps?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing … View moreYou read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing instructions. Available singly or in sets as well as miniature sheets and first day covers. NZ Post has more information on its website.

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2601 days ago

Congratulations to our winners!

Student Job Search

Congratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or … View moreCongratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or call 0800 757 565 and we’ll find a local student in your neighbourhood to get the job done! Find out more

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2604 days ago

DONATIONS WANTED

Phil Davies from Kiwi Community Assistance (KCA)

We have been asked if we can supply the following items to clients working with our partner agencies for FREE:-

1) A clean and unexpired baby capsule for a 2 day old baby
2) 2 baby gates to fit across 1 metre doorway
3) 3 x cots (we already have the matreses donated)
4) 2 x fully working … View more
We have been asked if we can supply the following items to clients working with our partner agencies for FREE:-

1) A clean and unexpired baby capsule for a 2 day old baby
2) 2 baby gates to fit across 1 metre doorway
3) 3 x cots (we already have the matreses donated)
4) 2 x fully working microwave, one of which is for Women's Refuge
5) 3-4 fully working condition vacuum clenaers
6) Washing machine in full working condition (we can collect this in the evenings for on a weekend)

If you have any of these items and are able to drop them off at one of our drop off points please go to our website

www.kca.org.nz...

www.kca.org.nz...

Thank you

Free

2603 days ago

Kapiti Arts Trail

Steph from Paremata

Don’t miss an explosion of colour and creativity during the Kāpiti Arts Trail on 28/29 October and 4/5 November 2017! More than 100 local artists will be displaying art in a huge range of mediums the length of the district – a great opportunity to have a fun day out with friends, talk to … View moreDon’t miss an explosion of colour and creativity during the Kāpiti Arts Trail on 28/29 October and 4/5 November 2017! More than 100 local artists will be displaying art in a huge range of mediums the length of the district – a great opportunity to have a fun day out with friends, talk to artists about their works and purchase some beautiful Christmas gifts. For more information, listings, maps and the Kāpiti Arts Guide, go to www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Start at Big Mac Slabs Creative Centre 289 Mazengarb Road, Paraparaumu and collect your guide and check out more than 30 Artists at one location.

2629 days ago

All things technology! FIXED 24/7

Kanwal from Papakowhai

Kia Ora!

So, Whats on offer?

For all your computing needs, slow laptop? Wifi disconnecting? Upgrades, custom builds, troubleshooting? Virus and Malware removal? Web Development? Need a quick website? Phone freeze? U name it..and leave the rest to me. Affordable rates and offering 247 … View more
Kia Ora!

So, Whats on offer?

For all your computing needs, slow laptop? Wifi disconnecting? Upgrades, custom builds, troubleshooting? Virus and Malware removal? Web Development? Need a quick website? Phone freeze? U name it..and leave the rest to me. Affordable rates and offering 247 service...beat that? Can you. Feel free to flick me a txt anytime.

Negotiable

2603 days ago

Record number of Kererū found during this year's Great Kererū Count in Kaitoke Regional Park!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

The Great Kererū Count is NZ’s biggest citizen science project to help gather information on the abundance and distribution of the New Zealand pigeon. As part of this wider initiative, we do annual monitoring in key locations. We’re excited to say that our team have been out counting in … View moreThe Great Kererū Count is NZ’s biggest citizen science project to help gather information on the abundance and distribution of the New Zealand pigeon. As part of this wider initiative, we do annual monitoring in key locations. We’re excited to say that our team have been out counting in Kaitoke Regional Park had the highest count in 14 years with 186 kererū!

Kaitoke Regional Park includes some areas of high biodiversity and is one of GW’s Key Native Ecosystem sites (an area that has super special biodiversity – that we want to protect!). Check out www.gw.govt.nz... and see what you can do when you visit all the wonderful kererū who call the park their home.

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2603 days ago

Spring School Holidays at Space Place!

Wellington Museum

Get the kids to learn the art of stop motion! Using their favourite movable toy, clay and paper, mixed with the wonders of media technology, they can make their own cool sci-fi clip and impress their friends. This is sure to bring out the creative fun side in them! Best for 8 year olds and over.
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Get the kids to learn the art of stop motion! Using their favourite movable toy, clay and paper, mixed with the wonders of media technology, they can make their own cool sci-fi clip and impress their friends. This is sure to bring out the creative fun side in them! Best for 8 year olds and over.

WHEN: 10th, 11th and 12th of October at 9am – 12.30pm
WHERE: Space Place at Carter Observatory
PRICE: $30 per child
Learn more

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2619 days ago

The bridge to bridge challenge

Beni Neighbourly Lead from Ranui

Hi neighbours,

The Rangituhi-Colonial Knob Warriors group invite you to join in on this walking challenge.

This is designed for those that have never walked the colonial knob walkway or have walked it but haven't been in long long time😅

This can be done at any time, there is no time … View more
Hi neighbours,

The Rangituhi-Colonial Knob Warriors group invite you to join in on this walking challenge.

This is designed for those that have never walked the colonial knob walkway or have walked it but haven't been in long long time😅

This can be done at any time, there is no time limit you keep an eye on your own progress.

Here's what you do. It's in the title.
Walk1-walk to the first bridge and back to start (first day)
Walk2-walk to the next bridge then back to start
And so on & so on...until you reach the final bridge on the bush track near the top.
And before you know it you'll be walking to the top!!

Remember like any major walk or marathon, you've gotta build yourself up to it.
I would suggest walking to the same bridge several times before your confident to move onto the next.

Post your progress up with a pic on the Rangituhi Colonial Knob Warriors group page, doesn't have to be a selfie. You can do this. Enjoy!!

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2604 days ago

Ngatitoa Junior Tennis Season Kick-off

Greg Ratcliffe from Ngatitoa Tennis Club

Open Invitation to existing and new members...

The Junior tennis season at Ngatitoa will kick off on Monday 16th October

New to tennis? Come along and give it a try - first 2 sessions are free and we have rackets available to try.

There are three sessions:

3:30 - 4:15 - 5-8 yr olds and … View more
Open Invitation to existing and new members...

The Junior tennis season at Ngatitoa will kick off on Monday 16th October

New to tennis? Come along and give it a try - first 2 sessions are free and we have rackets available to try.

There are three sessions:

3:30 - 4:15 - 5-8 yr olds and beginners
4:15 - 5:30 - 9-12 yr olds
5:30 - 6:45 - 13+ & Interclub players

Please email juniors@ngatitoatennis.org.nz for further info or turn up on the day

2604 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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2604 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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2605 days ago

School holiday fun - Songs of the Sea!

Capital E

Look closely at where the sky meets the sea and you will see something magical! In a fusion of songs, dance, puppets, te reo Māori and English, Songs of the Sea Waiata o te Moana unfolds the mysteries and myths of where the first fish came from. From Ra and Marama (Sun and Moon) to Ite Ika o te … View moreLook closely at where the sky meets the sea and you will see something magical! In a fusion of songs, dance, puppets, te reo Māori and English, Songs of the Sea Waiata o te Moana unfolds the mysteries and myths of where the first fish came from. From Ra and Marama (Sun and Moon) to Ite Ika o te Rangi (the Milky Way), colourful puppets and catchy music weave together three stories of the deep. Suits ages 2-7.

When: Friday 6th and Saturday 7th October, Tuesday 10th – Saturday 14th October
Time: 10am
Where: Hannah Playhouse, 12 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington
Price: $10 per ticket
Limited tickets: Book today through Capital E
Book now

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2606 days ago

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

RYLA - We are now looking for candidates for this programme. If you know of anyone between the ages of 18 and 24 who would be a good candidate please contact Graeme Blick. Please send a message to this site.

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