Crofton Downs, Wellington

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

Next Saturday is our online garage sale

So check out your home and take some photos of items that you want to sell!

866 days ago

Tired of waiting?

Adam from Wellington Wash

The worst part about booking any home service or trade is waiting for someone to get back to you with a quote.

We want to make your life a little easier so we have removed this part of the process.

If you know a few basic facts about your property then you can obtain a free quote without … View more
The worst part about booking any home service or trade is waiting for someone to get back to you with a quote.

We want to make your life a little easier so we have removed this part of the process.

If you know a few basic facts about your property then you can obtain a free quote without calling, texting or emailing us. Just visit www.wellingtonwash.com... and follow a handful of simple steps and you will get an instant online quote that you can book right there and then!

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866 days ago

Click and Collect @ Wadestown Toy Library!

The Team from Wadestown Toy Library

We are pleased to now be able to offer a Click and Collect service!

Members can now log in to our website during the week to browse the full catalogue of toys, and reserve toys for the upcoming Saturday.

A quick, clean and easy way to borrow toys on your busy weekends.

View our website … View more
We are pleased to now be able to offer a Click and Collect service!

Members can now log in to our website during the week to browse the full catalogue of toys, and reserve toys for the upcoming Saturday.

A quick, clean and easy way to borrow toys on your busy weekends.

View our website here: wadestowntoylibrary.mibase.co.nz...

For more info see our newsletter here: mailchi.mp...

To join the toy library come in on Saturdays 10am to 12pm at the Wadestown Community Centre, 46 Pitt St, or email wadestowntoylibrary@gmail.com

866 days ago

🏰 Bouncy Castle for Hire 🏰

The Team from Wadestown Toy Library

Brilliant fun for birthday parties for ages 1-5.
Only $25 for toy library members
$50 for non-members.
Comes with extension cord, tarp, blower and it’s very easy to put up!
Email us to enquire: wadestowntoylibrary@gmail.com

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867 days ago

Register for Marsden’s Open Day, 15 May

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Families choose Marsden because children and young people flourish. Students experience small classes, exceptional teaching, and a warm and inclusive environment where they are known and nurtured. Proven wellbeing practices are intentionally woven through lessons and activities. The confidence and … View moreFamilies choose Marsden because children and young people flourish. Students experience small classes, exceptional teaching, and a warm and inclusive environment where they are known and nurtured. Proven wellbeing practices are intentionally woven through lessons and activities. The confidence and self-belief girls develop at Marsden, paired with the opportunity to be their very best both academically and in their co-curricular pursuits, prepares them to take their place in an exciting future. Register for Marsden’s Open Day, Sunday 15 May, 2 - 4pm.

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867 days ago

Does your business need a better broadband plan?

The Team from NZ Compare

Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free … View more
Business is tough and finding the right broadband plan or provider can be just as rough, so let's make it a little easier.

We want you to focus on achieving your strategy, not going from site to site, call to call to get a good deal! So we've launched Business Compare - a simple, free to use website that will help you compare NZ broadband retailers that supply businesses just like yours!

NZ Compare is here to help Kiwi businesses find the right plan, the right provider, the right fit. Go visit Business Compare now!

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877 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature words and pictures from Louses Thomas.
"Believe me, madam, I am just as surprised to see you, but don't have the same feelings of delight. You will forgive me if I now turn and run screaming into the bushes. Common pheasant/ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) -… View more
This week we feature words and pictures from Louses Thomas.
"Believe me, madam, I am just as surprised to see you, but don't have the same feelings of delight. You will forgive me if I now turn and run screaming into the bushes. Common pheasant/ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) - a very brief surprise encounter yesterday on the path beside the Waimanu Lagoon in Waikanae. Bird #72 in 2022."

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867 days ago

Resilience Recipe

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

During challenging times, our habits and hard work can make or break us. Taking time to focus on our health and wellbeing help us build and maintain resilience. Here are 3 ingredients that we follow at NumberWorks'nWords, to achieve resilience!

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870 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and text from Louise Thomas.
"Swans in the winter air, A white perfection have" - W. H. Auden (he obviously never met a real swan, probably just admired them from a distance, and never actually had one in his face insisting on sharing his lunch).
Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at Henley … View more
Words and text from Louise Thomas.
"Swans in the winter air, A white perfection have" - W. H. Auden (he obviously never met a real swan, probably just admired them from a distance, and never actually had one in his face insisting on sharing his lunch).
Mute swan (Cygnus olor) at Henley Lake in Masterton - nobody has written a poem about this guy. Interesting aside - I read "Stop all the Clocks" at my father's funeral many years ago, it is still one of my favourites. Knowledge of swans aside, Auden was a genius. Bird #78 in 2022."

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869 days ago

Pet of the Day: Fajita from Petone

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We have not had many photos lately so I am repeating this popular image from Victoria London.
"This is our pup Fajita from Lower Hutt. He is 1.5 years old and a total foodie which fits in well with our family." The pic attached was taken for his birthday in November because he is our … View more
We have not had many photos lately so I am repeating this popular image from Victoria London.
"This is our pup Fajita from Lower Hutt. He is 1.5 years old and a total foodie which fits in well with our family." The pic attached was taken for his birthday in November because he is our little prince and our world revolves around him and he knows it lol."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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868 days ago

Mother's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Happy Mother's Day from the team at NumberWorks'nWords!

Today we honour mothers of all sorts - step mums, adoptive mums, birth mums, mothers of many, mothers of one, and every mother in between.

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869 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Waikanae Beach is the place to find our House of the Week this week. If you're after a beach house with year long indoor-outdoor living, this is the one for you. For sale through Della Randall, read all about it in today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
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Waikanae Beach is the place to find our House of the Week this week. If you're after a beach house with year long indoor-outdoor living, this is the one for you. For sale through Della Randall, read all about it in today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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869 days ago

Do you need a retaining wall?

Price Smart from

Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!


Give us a… View more
Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!


Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...... ... to organize a site visit.

869 days ago

Thinking about getting a deck?

Price Smart from

Either it is repaneling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it all, from design to completion. Be relieved and ensured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate to give us a … View more
Either it is repaneling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it all, from design to completion. Be relieved and ensured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...... ... to organize a site visit.

869 days ago

Open tomorrow!

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

The Northland Toy Library will be open tomorrow from 9:45-11:30am in St Annes Hall (cnr Randwick and Northland Rd). We are now open fortnightly.

Pop by to say hello and grab some toys to keep the kids busy.


We have a variety of toys- outdoor, ride on, costume, puzzles, board games, role … View more
The Northland Toy Library will be open tomorrow from 9:45-11:30am in St Annes Hall (cnr Randwick and Northland Rd). We are now open fortnightly.

Pop by to say hello and grab some toys to keep the kids busy.


We have a variety of toys- outdoor, ride on, costume, puzzles, board games, role play, infant toys and more. Check out our range on our website northland.mibase.co.nz...



You can even reserve toys using the website.



Not a member? Then join us either through our website or in person. An annual full membership starts from $75 and we offer a discount for community services cardholders. We also have Grandparent membership $50 for 10 trips. There's no extra charge to hire the toys.



See you Saturday!

871 days ago

The bucket is back!

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The missing bucket from Cuba St’s famous fountain is back, minus the gold spray paint and dragon.
For the past seven months the bucket fountain has been missing a yellow bucket, after it was stolen in the night and repainted.
But now it is back and we would love t hear what your about the … View more
The missing bucket from Cuba St’s famous fountain is back, minus the gold spray paint and dragon.
For the past seven months the bucket fountain has been missing a yellow bucket, after it was stolen in the night and repainted.
But now it is back and we would love t hear what your about the fountain. Is it really something we are all proud of or is it time find something more interesting

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