Crofton Downs, Wellington

1133 days ago

Do I need a new executor?​

Public Trust

Great question. Your executor oversees your will when you pass away, so it’s an important job. If things have changed for you or your executor since the days of cassette tapes and telethons, it might be time to appoint a new one. ​

You can choose a new executor when you … View more
Great question. Your executor oversees your will when you pass away, so it’s an important job. If things have changed for you or your executor since the days of cassette tapes and telethons, it might be time to appoint a new one. ​

You can choose a new executor when you update your will – you can even appoint Public Trust, which gives you the reassurance of an executor who is impartial, always available and has the right expertise. ​
Read on to find out more.

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1135 days ago

Old electronics

Caitlin from Wadestown

Hi neighbours
I've got an older style Jason brand clock radio (appears to be working but buzzes loudly on some settings), a Sony brand clock/radio with iPod adapter (not sure if this works as it won't fit my old iPod) and an iPod nano (no longer working) to get rid of and wondered if … View more
Hi neighbours
I've got an older style Jason brand clock radio (appears to be working but buzzes loudly on some settings), a Sony brand clock/radio with iPod adapter (not sure if this works as it won't fit my old iPod) and an iPod nano (no longer working) to get rid of and wondered if anyone would either have any use for any of them or know where I could recycle/donate/dispose of these items?

Thanks!

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1134 days ago

Keys found

Jack from Crofton Downs

Keys found on Crofton Downs skyline walkway.
Message me if you know who's these are or these are yours.
Thanks

1133 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ben and Bill

Reporter Community News

"We were part of a group of guinea pigs that our family could no longer care for, so now we are looking for a new home together.
We are still getting used to being with people, so don't like to be picked up. Our confidence is slowly improving. We are very cute and great to watch. We will … View more
"We were part of a group of guinea pigs that our family could no longer care for, so now we are looking for a new home together.
We are still getting used to being with people, so don't like to be picked up. Our confidence is slowly improving. We are very cute and great to watch. We will need a large grass area with a weatherproof hutch for day time. We need to come inside at night to spend time with our family, and to help us keep safe from the weather and other animals."

If we sound like the kind of new family member you have been looking for, please get in touch. 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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1134 days ago

Say Hello to Glowing Skin For $70!*

Caci

At Caci, we're here to empower you with the best advice, skincare and treatments, so you can feel confident in your skin. Because you, and your skin, deserves it.

Enjoy a skin conditioning treatment for just $70 (usually $120!) this month! Book your free consultation at Caci Oriental Bay … View more
At Caci, we're here to empower you with the best advice, skincare and treatments, so you can feel confident in your skin. Because you, and your skin, deserves it.

Enjoy a skin conditioning treatment for just $70 (usually $120!) this month! Book your free consultation at Caci Oriental Bay now.
Find out more

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1134 days ago

Nicky & Stephen say the figures don't lie!

Simon from Cherrytree

Nicky & Stephen are really happy that they became members of Cherrytree. Here is what they said:

“We’re a family of four, plus one cat. Initially my husband was a bit dubious about joining Cherrytree, so I decided to track our expenditure in a spreadsheet to prove that it was a sound … View more
Nicky & Stephen are really happy that they became members of Cherrytree. Here is what they said:

“We’re a family of four, plus one cat. Initially my husband was a bit dubious about joining Cherrytree, so I decided to track our expenditure in a spreadsheet to prove that it was a sound decision. And the figures don’t lie… we have saved thousands of dollars on our normal household purchasing. We’ve absolutely no regrets about joining Cherrytree.”

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1135 days ago

Make a kid’s Christmas

Variety – the Children’s Charity

In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen. Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.

“I’ll only eat dinner … View more
In neighbourhoods across New Zealand, kids are looking forward to a Christmas that may not happen. Forced to choose between food or bills, hard-working parents like Melody worry whether they’ll be able to provide even the simplest Christmas meal for their children.

“I’ll only eat dinner 2-3 times a week so that the children have enough food. This is very stressful… a lot of crying and minimal sleep.” 

Food insecurity is the everyday reality for 98.8% of the families Variety helps.

Please donate today to provide grocery support for families like Melody’s this Christmas.
Donate now

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1136 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Something a bit different this week, a picture from Robert Ashe who lives in Eastbourne.

"Over the last few weeks, Charlie and I have been keeping an eye on the progress of a bird's nest just by our house. Today, the nest was empty only 20 days later – the birds had all fledged and … View more
Something a bit different this week, a picture from Robert Ashe who lives in Eastbourne.

"Over the last few weeks, Charlie and I have been keeping an eye on the progress of a bird's nest just by our house. Today, the nest was empty only 20 days later – the birds had all fledged and were hanging about like teenagers in the trees around our garden. Well done mummy thrush; you've been an inspiration."

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1136 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Anyone got an idea what is going on here.? The pianist is John Morrison and the photo was probably taken in Karori.

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1135 days ago

Public Trust is seeking the following people:

Public Trust

The following are individuals, beneficiaries, and executors of estates we have managed under the Public Trust Act 2001. We’re asking these people to please contact Public Trust at contactus@publictrust.co.nz

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1135 days ago

Have your say on Our City Tomorrow!

Lessi Riccio from Wellington City Council

“I want to be able to go out with my friends and do things without worrying about access.”

Our goal is to be a city where it’s easy for people of all ages and abilities to be able to move easily, conveniently, and comfortably around our city, and with low or zero carbon transport options.

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“I want to be able to go out with my friends and do things without worrying about access.”

Our goal is to be a city where it’s easy for people of all ages and abilities to be able to move easily, conveniently, and comfortably around our city, and with low or zero carbon transport options.

Have your say on Our City Tomorrow at: www.wcc.govt.nz...

#OurWellington #TōTātouPōneke #OurCityTomorrow

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1135 days ago
1135 days ago

Wellington's electric cross-harbour ferry just around the corner

Reporter Community News

Wellington’s cross-harbour ferry operator hopes to have its electric catamaran carrying passengers across Te Whanganui-a-Tara by Christmas.
East by West Ferries’ managing director Jeremy Ward says the Ika Rere (flying fish) is closing in on final sign-off following sea trials which began in … View more
Wellington’s cross-harbour ferry operator hopes to have its electric catamaran carrying passengers across Te Whanganui-a-Tara by Christmas.
East by West Ferries’ managing director Jeremy Ward says the Ika Rere (flying fish) is closing in on final sign-off following sea trials which began in August. It is on track to become the first commercial electric passenger craft operating in the Southern Hemisphere.
“It’s exceeded all our expectations in terms of speed and battery capacity – the design team are ecstatic,” said Ward, who is also a director of the Wellington Electric Boat Building Company which produced the ferry in Seaview, Lower Hutt.

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1135 days ago

Corgi racing

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Up to 30 Corgis are likely to line-up for the Black Hawk Wellington Corgi Race, to find the fastest Corgi - Pembroke or Cardigan.
The corgis are out to prove that furry, foxy and sturdily-built dogs with stumpy legs can indeed scamper at surprising pace.
The event will be held at the Belmont … View more
Up to 30 Corgis are likely to line-up for the Black Hawk Wellington Corgi Race, to find the fastest Corgi - Pembroke or Cardigan.
The corgis are out to prove that furry, foxy and sturdily-built dogs with stumpy legs can indeed scamper at surprising pace.
The event will be held at the Belmont Domain, Lower Hutt on Saturday December 4 starting at 2pm. There will be at least two heats before the finalists battle it out.
The distance on the grassed flat surface is 60 metres. The winner will get a bag of dog food, courtesy of Black Hawk, and the honour of being the Wellington Welsh Corgi Club's fastest dog.
Last year, Freddy a Lower Hutt Pembroke Corgi owned by Alex and Joanne Wang took the honours in a close contest and Freddy will be out to repeat the effort again.
Anyone wishing to enter a Corgi should telephone 021 614 821.

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1135 days ago

Ohariu Valley Garden Ramble

Reporter Community News

The Ohariu Valley Garden Ramble is on Sunday (November 28) featuring 11 gardens. The ramble is a fund-raiser for the historic Ohariu Valley Hall, which opened in 1906.
The gardens range from large country estates to smaller easier care gardens. As well as gardens, there will be a country style … View more
The Ohariu Valley Garden Ramble is on Sunday (November 28) featuring 11 gardens. The ramble is a fund-raiser for the historic Ohariu Valley Hall, which opened in 1906.
The gardens range from large country estates to smaller easier care gardens. As well as gardens, there will be a country style market at the hall selling everything from plants and preserves to refreshments.
This event only happens every few years and is a rare chance to see inside a unique rural community only 15 minutes from the central city. Sunday November 28, 10am to 4pm, rain or shine. Tickets can be bought from leigh@metcon.co.nz

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