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Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!
Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View moreThanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!
Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.
To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.
Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
Helping the homeless was an easy choice for the potters of Wellington as they ramp up for this year'…
Saturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose … View moreSaturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose these products, you’re helping to protect forests and the animals that call them home. Find out more.
Today was an exciting day for Mana College who found out they would get a $9 million revamp of their school.
This afternoon I was lucky enough to meet these two wonderful teenagers, the college's head students.
If our future is in the hands of young folk as articulate, warm and dignified as … View moreToday was an exciting day for Mana College who found out they would get a $9 million revamp of their school.
This afternoon I was lucky enough to meet these two wonderful teenagers, the college's head students.
If our future is in the hands of young folk as articulate, warm and dignified as Aukilani and Deborah then we're going to be just fine!
Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.
Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. … View moreWould they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.
Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. Register here today
An invitation to a RETIREMENT SEMINAR 7:15 PM Thursday 7th September St Barnabas Church Hall 106 Mana Esplanade.
For those anticipating retirement in the next few years or those who have retired and want to get the most out of the freedom years.by planning for a successful and fulfilling … View moreAn invitation to a RETIREMENT SEMINAR 7:15 PM Thursday 7th September St Barnabas Church Hall 106 Mana Esplanade.
For those anticipating retirement in the next few years or those who have retired and want to get the most out of the freedom years.by planning for a successful and fulfilling retirement.
There will be a small charge to raise funds $20pp or $30 per couple. (Pay on evening – cash/cheque)
Recommend Registering by phoning Alister 233-1054 or Graham 233-1636
Council is building new mountain bike and walking tracks in Porirua Reserve.
They'll cost about $465,000 and let people enjoy the magnificent native forest and views, council said.
But a group of botanists say the area is a taonga and should be left alone.
What do you think? We'd love … View moreCouncil is building new mountain bike and walking tracks in Porirua Reserve.
They'll cost about $465,000 and let people enjoy the magnificent native forest and views, council said.
But a group of botanists say the area is a taonga and should be left alone.
What do you think? We'd love to hear your thoughts.
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Hip-hop artist Scribe has arrived at Porirua District Court ahead of a scheduled appearance on drugs…
At our weekly meeting we heard from Brian Smellie of Hutt City, one of the organisers of the Innovative Young Minds Programme held for the first time in July, and from Sophie Miller, one of the participants, who attends Samuel Marsden in Whitby. This was clearly a great initiative and Brian assured… View moreAt our weekly meeting we heard from Brian Smellie of Hutt City, one of the organisers of the Innovative Young Minds Programme held for the first time in July, and from Sophie Miller, one of the participants, who attends Samuel Marsden in Whitby. This was clearly a great initiative and Brian assured us that it will be repeated. IYM is a technology and innovation programme for young women in the Wellington region, targeted at Year 11 and 12 students.A technology and innovation programme for young women in the Wellington region
Innovative Young Minds (IYM) is designed to attract and engage young women to the field of technology. Targeted at Year 11 and Year 12 students, IYM was a week-long residential programme that ran from 9-14 July, 2017.
It’s well known that diversity in the workplace leads to more innovation. Women are under-represented in the STEMM sector (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and manufacturing) and Hutt Science (a Hutt City Council initiative), Rotary Hutt City and Hutt Valley High School want to change that.
Congratulations to everyone who completed the 2017 programme on the 14th July. Details for 2018 will be posted by October.
We're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an … View moreWe're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an unexpected friendly gesture. It might even be something you've seen on Neighbourly!
Comment below before Monday 28th August and we'll pick THREE lucky story tellers to win a $30 Prezzy® card.
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Are you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great… View moreAre you an experienced door to door Sales Consultant or have that hunger in the belly to make money? We’re a solid reputable company and you’ll be out representing us, our great brand and what we stand for. Because this is a pivotal role and we need you here at Meridian, we’ll be taking great care of you.
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Kia Ora everyone,
The Friends of Pataka Museum (Porirua) are planning a Historical Bus trip to Wairarapa next month if you are interested. Here are the information if you would like to tag along for art lovers etc or consider a day out:
Date : Saturday 2 September, leaving Pataka … View moreKia Ora everyone,
The Friends of Pataka Museum (Porirua) are planning a Historical Bus trip to Wairarapa next month if you are interested. Here are the information if you would like to tag along for art lovers etc or consider a day out:
Date : Saturday 2 September, leaving Pataka at 8-30 AM, returning 4-30 PM
Itinerary
Visit to Anzac Hall and Featherston Camp with commentary
Visit to Papawai Marae (once the seat of the maori Parliament)
Visit to Aratoi Museum. Aratoi have an amazing exhibition on the history of Ngati Kahungunu. This exhibition includes 12 Lindauer portraits of important Kahungunu leaders.This is a truly amazing display.
Cost : $35 –not including lunch.
If interested please ph Tony Cross on 04 238-0058 or email tony_cross@xtra.co.nz
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