Crofton Downs, Wellington

2137 days ago

Ministry for Primary Industries

Pat from Karori

Are you thinking of buying a puppy soon? Puppies born in October will be close to weaning and ready for their new homes shortly. If you’re looking for a puppy, and the litter was born after 1 October, it must have a tail. We recently introduced new regulations that restrict people from docking … View moreAre you thinking of buying a puppy soon? Puppies born in October will be close to weaning and ready for their new homes shortly. If you’re looking for a puppy, and the litter was born after 1 October, it must have a tail. We recently introduced new regulations that restrict people from docking dogs' tails. There are a few breeds with naturally ‘bobbed’ tails like the Australian shepherd, but remember: most dogs without a tail have traditionally been docked.

So make sure your new bundle of floof has a tail to tell. Tails are super important for communicating. And not only that! They also look great. In celebration of dogs with tails, we've put together a cute photo gallery of dog breeds that used to get their tails docked – so that you can see them in all their glory. Finally, here's a fun fact! Puppies don’t use their tails until they’re 3-4 weeks old. This is when they start to interact & ‘talk’ to each other. For more information about the new animal welfare regulations that came in on 1 October, visit our website: www.mpi.govt.nz...


Docking of dogs' tails was banned in New Zealand on 1 October 2018. Following on from that, we've put together a gallery of some breeds that often get their tails docked. If you're keen to learn more about the animal welfare regulations that came in on 1 October, visit our website: www.mpi.govt.nz...

2137 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... 💙💛

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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2137 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
2137 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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2137 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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2137 days ago

A Very Welly Christmas this Weekend!

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

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

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2137 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..

2137 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

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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2137 days ago

Don’t flip your lid, wheelie bin clips are on their way

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We know you’ve been asking for wheelie bin clips to help contain recycling on windy days, so we’re happy to announce we’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 you’ve been asking for wheelie bin clips to help contain recycling on windy days, so we’re happy to announce we’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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2137 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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2138 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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