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1518 days ago

Don't forget to check your WoF and CoF

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Just a reminder that Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency issued COVID extensions for vehicle registrations, Warrants of Fitness (WoF) and Certificates of Fitness (CoF) end at 11.59pm on Saturday 10 October.

We’ve been popping warnings onto vehicles with expired documents since the beginning of … View more
Just a reminder that Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency issued COVID extensions for vehicle registrations, Warrants of Fitness (WoF) and Certificates of Fitness (CoF) end at 11.59pm on Saturday 10 October.

We’ve been popping warnings onto vehicles with expired documents since the beginning of September, and we’ll resume issuing infringements from Sunday 11 October 2020 7am.
If your vehicle is unwarranted or unlicensed after this date, you may be issued a $200 fee.

For more information, visit: wellington.govt.nz...

1518 days ago

Get Saving!

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

We thought this was amazing. What a great way to teach your children the value of saving and getting them to add up the money is a fun way to do some maths. You could try using different bottles and different coins here in NZ.

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1518 days ago

Mass recall of popular reusable coffee cups

Neighbourly.co.nz

Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately … View more
Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately as a user could be burnt or scalded.

What you need to know:

- Contact Biopak or ring 0800 246 725 to get a refund on faulty items.

- The products were sold from January 2013 to September 2020

- All resuable coffee cups (8oz, 12oz, 16oz) in plain green or white should be
returned to Biopak.

- Those with custom names “SexieCoffie”, “Columbit”, “Echo”, “Hedland”, “Crop to Cup” or “Home Grain”. Should be returned immediately.

To find out more about this recall, see the government recall website.

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1520 days ago

SAYGO classes opening in Khandallah and Lower Hutt

Corinne Morris from

We are happy to announce new SAYGO classes will be opening in Khandallah and Lower Hutt:
When: Tuesdays at 11am (starting from 20th October)
Where: St Barnabas Church, 35 Box Hill, Khandallah

When: Wednesdays at 11am (starting from 21st October)
Where: Knox Church, 574 High Street, Boulcott, … View more
We are happy to announce new SAYGO classes will be opening in Khandallah and Lower Hutt:
When: Tuesdays at 11am (starting from 20th October)
Where: St Barnabas Church, 35 Box Hill, Khandallah

When: Wednesdays at 11am (starting from 21st October)
Where: Knox Church, 574 High Street, Boulcott, Lower Hutt 

Our Hataitai classes are still open:
When: Wednesdays at 12pm
Where: All Saints Church, Hataitai
Email: acwellington.org.nz or Call: Ann on 04 499 6646 to find out more.

1519 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Something a little different this week. You might need a memory like an elephant but who knows what is happening in this picture?

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1520 days ago

ASB Bank Senior Priority Direct Phone Line

Corinne Morris from

One of our wonderful newsletter readers have emailed in to let us know that ASB bank has set up a Senior Priority Direct Phone Line.

Call on 0800 272 119 for your banking questions and needs.

1519 days ago

Greenhouse

Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre

Shall we put in a greenhouse at the centre? An opportunity has come up to put in a greenhouse at the centre (2.3x3m). For this to go ahead, we need to know that you support. Super duper important is if we have some people that can be long term kaitaiki (guardians) so we know our little seedlings … View moreShall we put in a greenhouse at the centre? An opportunity has come up to put in a greenhouse at the centre (2.3x3m). For this to go ahead, we need to know that you support. Super duper important is if we have some people that can be long term kaitaiki (guardians) so we know our little seedlings and their whare are cared for. Could this be you? Help building it will also be needed. There is also the opportunity to use this space to raise your own seedlings as will be some extra room. He aha ō whakaaro? What are your thoughts? Comment below or get in touch - 04 388 1944 020 4023 5786

1521 days ago

What are your memories of Pigeon Park?

Reporter Community News

Who can remember Pigeon Park?

In 1992 it was renamed Te Aro Park as part of a major redesign of the park, which was once a Maori pa site. After Europeans arrived it was the site of the first Christian sermon.
In World War Two it was the gathering point for pacifist objectors. For years it was also… View more
Who can remember Pigeon Park?

In 1992 it was renamed Te Aro Park as part of a major redesign of the park, which was once a Maori pa site. After Europeans arrived it was the site of the first Christian sermon.
In World War Two it was the gathering point for pacifist objectors. For years it was also the starting point for demonstrations to Parliament.

It has again been in the news recently over complaints about people taking drugs and unruly behavior on the park, which was once the home to a sizable population of pigeons.

If you do not want your comments used in a story please put NFP (Not For Publication).

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1520 days ago

Ukulele classes for beginners

Sonia from Miramar

7 years +
Adults welcome

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1525 days ago

Mega Garage Sale

Gillie from Miramar

To be held Sunday 8th November at The Village Hall, Forres St, Seatoun.
Looking for stall holders - spaces limited so contact me soon with email address!
Large table $20, small clothing rail space $15 (bring your own)

1520 days ago

Gambling Venues Policy submissions close soon!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

There are only a few days left to have your say on our Gambling Venues Policy.
We’re proposing three options to renew the policy and we want to hear which one you prefer.

Option A: No new venues or machines in Wellington.
Option B: Reduce the caps on the maximum number of machines and change … View more
There are only a few days left to have your say on our Gambling Venues Policy.
We’re proposing three options to renew the policy and we want to hear which one you prefer.

Option A: No new venues or machines in Wellington.
Option B: Reduce the caps on the maximum number of machines and change to R18 restricted venues.
Option C: No change to the existing policy.

Submissions close Thursday 1 October at 5pm.
Visit our website to have your say:
www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

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1520 days ago

Free decking wood

Sue from Seatoun

Decking wood free - 32mm pine
Lengths between 3-5m
Denailed, straight in good nick but will need waterblasting to clean them up.
Not sure how many in pile but all will need to be taken (no part pick ups)
If you are interested please msg me for address pick up.

Free

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1520 days ago

Bricks NO LONGER AVAILABLE - HAVE BEEN COLLECTED

Sue from Seatoun

Approx 130 bricks free.
Pick up is Ohiro Road - located down side of carport
Must take all of them
Message me for address if you want them.

Free

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1521 days ago

If your garden can grow weeds it can grow anything !

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Nature's Choice
Gardening services
in the Wellington region
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If your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything

Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been … View more
Nature's Choice
Gardening services
in the Wellington region
Call Now! 0272430951

If your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything

Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been turning jungles into respectable gardens for 20 years. We are the local horticulture landscaping experts in the Wellington region. From one-off section clean ups to regular maintenance, we can do it all.

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