Crofton Downs, Wellington

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

No scrub cleaning #resenetip

Clean outdoors without scrubbing. Just spray on Resene Deep Clean and leave it to work with the weather to give you a cleaner surface.

2300 days ago

Heard the news? Improving your hearing has never been so easy…

Wellington Hearing Care

Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a … View more
Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a FREE Lifestyle Hearing Assessment, we can even demonstrate what a difference hearing aids can make for you, free of charge and without obligation.

If you mention Neighbourly, we will give you a $250 discount off any hearing aid system you purchase... because we want to be good neighbours!
Find out more

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2300 days ago

Operatunity presents Shake, Rattle & Roll!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!
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The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!

Iconic New Zealand artists like Suzanne Lynch (The Chicks) and Pat Urlich (Peking Man) will be joined by Operatunity’s favourite core artist Bonnie & Karl. We are in for a shaking, rattling and rolling good time! With songs from the likes of Elvis, Connie Francis, Bill Hayley and the Comets and more!
Book your tickets here!

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2301 days ago

18 Wellington buildings require safety checks

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Wellington City Council has identified 113 buildings in the capital that are clad in aluminium composite panelling (ACP), which was linked to the Grenfell tower disaster in June 2017 that claimed 72 lives.

The owners of 18 Wellington buildings with cladding similar to that seen in London's … View more
Wellington City Council has identified 113 buildings in the capital that are clad in aluminium composite panelling (ACP), which was linked to the Grenfell tower disaster in June 2017 that claimed 72 lives.

The owners of 18 Wellington buildings with cladding similar to that seen in London's fatal Grenfell Tower fire have been told to seek an engineer's fire assessment. Find out more.

2301 days ago

Churton Park Toastmasters

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Join Churton Park Toastmasters for an Open House meeting on our International Night at Churton Park Toastmasters on 14 June at 7.30 pm - 9 pm and learn how you can gain confidence and find your voice.
Come to find out how Toastmasters can benefit you when doing presentations, attending meetings, … View more
Join Churton Park Toastmasters for an Open House meeting on our International Night at Churton Park Toastmasters on 14 June at 7.30 pm - 9 pm and learn how you can gain confidence and find your voice.
Come to find out how Toastmasters can benefit you when doing presentations, attending meetings, executing sales and even just communicating calmly and with confidence in everyday life.
It is free to visit and enjoy an evening where you can discover how it all works and enjoy the warm, welcoming, friendly and supportive environment.

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2302 days ago

Road diversions in Kilbirnie starting Sunday 17 June

The Team from Wellington Water

From Sunday 17 June 2018, local road diversions will be in place around the Evans Bay Parade/Kilbirnie Crescent intersection, in Kilbirnie.

This is due to stormwater renewals that are taking place in the area.

The diversions will be in place for approximately four weeks as we are working in … View more
From Sunday 17 June 2018, local road diversions will be in place around the Evans Bay Parade/Kilbirnie Crescent intersection, in Kilbirnie.

This is due to stormwater renewals that are taking place in the area.

The diversions will be in place for approximately four weeks as we are working in the area, and they will be clearly signposted both throughout the work site and surrounding roads.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we carry out this work.

For more information and updates about this project visit wellingtonwater.co.nz...

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2301 days ago

Keep warm with free curtains

Sustainability Trust

Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open… View more
Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open for orders. To find out more and apply for curtains, go to the Sustainability Trust website or give us a call on 0508 78 78 24 extn 705. You’ll find an order form, and an instruction video on how to measure your windows so the curtains fit well.
Order curtains

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2302 days ago

GET YOUR LEAKING TOILET FIXED!

PLUMb Plumbing and Drainage Limited

"My toilet is leaking" - this is one of the most common phone calls our plumber, Craig, gets. A running toilet is one of those plumbing issues that is annoying but, in our busy-ness, we often ignore, thinking we’ll get to it “tomorrow”. But you'd be surprised just how much … View more"My toilet is leaking" - this is one of the most common phone calls our plumber, Craig, gets. A running toilet is one of those plumbing issues that is annoying but, in our busy-ness, we often ignore, thinking we’ll get to it “tomorrow”. But you'd be surprised just how much water a running toilet can waste. Find out more in our latest blog post (use the link)

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2303 days ago

Driving to the CBD? Remember to take coins!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, … View more
Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, click here.

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2302 days ago

Community Fun Club

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Join us for the Fun Club at Churton Park Community Centre!
Friday 15 June from 5 pm - 7 pm, Cost: $2 contribution
An evening of fun-filled activities and games for all ages including Boardgames and Table tennis sessions.

Please feel free to bring your favorite board game.

So tell your … View more
Join us for the Fun Club at Churton Park Community Centre!
Friday 15 June from 5 pm - 7 pm, Cost: $2 contribution
An evening of fun-filled activities and games for all ages including Boardgames and Table tennis sessions.

Please feel free to bring your favorite board game.

So tell your friends and family to come on down & enjoy your time with us!

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2302 days ago

Poll: Are home ventilation systems worth it?

Reporter Homed

Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View more
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.

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Are home ventilation systems worth it?
  • 62.1% Yes it's been great.
    62.1% Complete
  • 16.8% No, our windows still weep.
    16.8% Complete
  • 21.1% It's improved but not removed.
    21.1% Complete
972 votes
2306 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest … View more
Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2302 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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2302 days ago

Matariki at Bond Street Community Garden

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Join in the celebrations for #WellyMatariki at your very own inner-city community garden at Bond Street Friday (15 June) lunchtime from 12 noon. There will be free kai, fun activities for kids & their whānau...plus opportunities to learn and relax in the garden! More info

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2303 days ago

Look around a home of the future

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like… View more
Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like your home to have.

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2303 days ago

Have your say in our Parks Network Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.

Let us know at … View more
Our regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.

Let us know at www.surveymonkey.com...

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