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2240 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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2240 days ago

Poll: Should public vaping be banned?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Vaping and the use of smokeless tobacco products could be banned from bars, restaurants, schools and workplaces in New Zealand, thanks to a Government proposal. Click here to read more about it.

Got an opinion on vaping? Take part in our poll below!

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Should public vaping be banned?
  • 54.5% Yes
    54.5% Complete
  • 19.3% No
    19.3% Complete
  • 26.2% Not banned, but restrictions are needed
    26.2% Complete
3060 votes
2240 days ago

EMA testing happening THIS Sunday

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

NZ Civil Defence will be running a nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system THIS Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

You won't need to download or sign up to anything, simply keep your phone system updated and check the link below ? to see whether your phone is capable of … View more
NZ Civil Defence will be running a nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system THIS Sunday 25 November between 6pm and 7pm.

You won't need to download or sign up to anything, simply keep your phone system updated and check the link below ? to see whether your phone is capable of receiving the alerts.

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2240 days ago

Wellington City Council's A Very Welly Christmas 2018 is this weekend!

Community Engagement Advisor from

Lambton Quay will be fully closed (from the Whitmore/Bowen Street intersection to Willis Street) from 12:15am Saturday 24 until 11:50pm Sunday 25 November. This will mean all buses that normally travel along this road will be diverted.

To view the diversion maps visit our website

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2240 days ago

A Very Welly Christmas this Weekend!

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Canโ€™t wait to see Santa this weekend? Rain or shine, he'll arrive at 12 noon on Saturday and Sunday. Heโ€™ll travel in his sleigh from Ballance Street along Lambton Quay to David Jones โ€“ be there to welcome him to Wellington! Click here for full schedule.

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2241 days ago

Christmas day in Wellington

Mirjam from Karori

Does anybody know whether there is anything interesting to do in Wellington on Christmas Day. I know some hotels are open for lunch and the beach, but even Te Papa is now closed. Any idea welcome..

2241 days ago

Free Topsoil

Amy from Island Bay

Free Topsoil pickup this weekend, collect from Island Bay. aprox 2m3, If you are interested call, 021558022

Free

2241 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Welcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out… View moreWelcome the birds to your garden with this practical birdhouse project. Use Resene wood stains to help camouflage it into the trees or bold Resene testpot colours if you want to make it a colourful feature. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this handy project yourself

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2241 days ago

Spring Cleaning Tip!

Just Paterson

Neglected washing powder spillages? Clothes basket constantly overflowing? Inspire your spring cleaning with gorgeous wicker baskets thatโ€™ll make you WANT to keep your laundry tidy all year round.

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2241 days ago

Donโ€™t flip your lid, wheelie bin clips are on their way

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We know youโ€™ve been asking for wheelie bin clips to help contain recycling on windy days, so weโ€™re happy to announce weโ€™ll be distributing FREE clips over the next month to every household in the capital (over 40,000) that currently has a council-provided wheelie bin. The clips are easy to … View moreWe know youโ€™ve been asking for wheelie bin clips to help contain recycling on windy days, so weโ€™re happy to announce weโ€™ll be distributing FREE clips over the next month to every household in the capital (over 40,000) that currently has a council-provided wheelie bin. The clips are easy to install, just dip in water before you attach it & then you simply unhook the strap on the side to lift the lid & pop in your recycling. For more info visit wellington.govt.nz/wheeliebinclip.
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2241 days ago

Greening your funeral plans

Ninness Funeral Home

As well as offering a traditional service, our funeral home in Porirua is also available for green burials and cremations. We are an accredited Natural Burial company, supporting sustainable practices like eco-friendly embalming and tree planting on burial plots. We also use untreated caskets on … View moreAs well as offering a traditional service, our funeral home in Porirua is also available for green burials and cremations. We are an accredited Natural Burial company, supporting sustainable practices like eco-friendly embalming and tree planting on burial plots. We also use untreated caskets on request.

Celebrate a life lived with Ninness Funeral Home, one of the funeral homes Wellington, Porirua, Tawa and Kapiti Coast that families trust. Call us for personal service today.

17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua

04 237 4174
Learn more

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2241 days ago

Vinyasa yoga - Brooklyn Community Center (Yoga with Jenn) - Saturday 10.30 am (60 mins)

Jenn from Brooklyn

Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be leading a yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center this Saturday morning @ 10.30 am. This will be a gentle, but strong practice and guaranteed to get you moving.

Classes will continue Saturday mornings for the following dates as listed … View more
Hi there

I am a certified yoga instructor and will be leading a yoga class at the Brooklyn Community Center this Saturday morning @ 10.30 am. This will be a gentle, but strong practice and guaranteed to get you moving.

Classes will continue Saturday mornings for the following dates as listed below:

24 November 2018
1, 15 and 22 December 2018
(no class 8 December 2018 - Brooklyn Community Market; Option to have a yoga class outside depending on the weather)

(Classes will continue on a regular basis with the exception of holidays).

2019 Schedule to be confirmed.

Parking available in the community center car park.

(Just a gentle note, I will be teaching a class at Aro Valley Community Center on Saturday 24 November at 9 am).

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me directly. Updates will also be listed on face book (Blue Ocean Yoga).

All levels welcome, $5 drop in. Please bring your mat!

Look forward to seeing you there.

Kind regards
Jenn

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2241 days ago

#FoodRecallNZ

Pat from Karori

22 November 2018: Golden Goose Foods Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Howler Hotdogs brand gluten-free hotdogs and GFTreets brand gluten-free Mini Hotdogs as the products may contain foreign matter (metal wire fragments). The best before dates for the batches being recalled range between 5 … View more22 November 2018: Golden Goose Foods Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Howler Hotdogs brand gluten-free hotdogs and GFTreets brand gluten-free Mini Hotdogs as the products may contain foreign matter (metal wire fragments). The best before dates for the batches being recalled range between 5 Nov 19 and 19 Nov 19.

Visit our website for more info: www.mpi.govt.nz...

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