Grenada Village, Wellington

1484 days ago

Old Xbox 360 kid games

Sarah from Tawa

Anyone got any old child-friendly Xbox 360 games they no longer want? Looking for something appropriate for my nearly six-year-old nephew to play when he visits rather than GTA... 😬🤫😅

1485 days ago

Vote for your favourite bird?

Reporter Community News

Don't forget to vote in the Bird or the Year competition.
About 75 per cent of land birds and 90 per cent of seabirds are threatened or at risk of extinction. Their habitats are being destroyed or degraded by introduced predators, pollution, human development, and climate change.
You can vote … View more
Don't forget to vote in the Bird or the Year competition.
About 75 per cent of land birds and 90 per cent of seabirds are threatened or at risk of extinction. Their habitats are being destroyed or degraded by introduced predators, pollution, human development, and climate change.
You can vote for every type of bird from the Antipodean Albatross, to the Korimako or our world famous keas.
The Wellington City Council is supporting the hihi, which you see at Zealandia.
Voting closes at 5pm on Sunday 15 November.

1485 days ago

Five activities to get your heart racing in Wellington

Reporter Community News

What are your favourite adrenaline activities in Wellington?
Check out the attached Stuff article, listing five of the best activities.

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1485 days ago

Ear Thermometer

Marina from Grenada Village

Near new only used few times pick up from Grenada Village

Price: $60

1488 days ago

Metlink fares set to rise

Reporter Community News

Fares on Metlink services across the region will be increasing in line with inflation from February 2021 following a recent decision by Greater Wellington.
In its annual fares review, Greater Wellington looks at the expectations of revenue and costs and determines what fare adjustments might be … View more
Fares on Metlink services across the region will be increasing in line with inflation from February 2021 following a recent decision by Greater Wellington.
In its annual fares review, Greater Wellington looks at the expectations of revenue and costs and determines what fare adjustments might be required for the following year to maintain good quality public transport services across the region.
One of the reasons given for the increase is a falling revenue due to Covid-19.
Under the changes most bus and rail non-cash fares including Snapper, 10-trip fares, rail monthly and MonthlyPlus passes and Wellington and Eastbourne 30 Day passes will see an average increase of 1.5 percent.




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1485 days ago

Kitchen scales

Melissa from Johnsonville

Kitchen scales for sale

Price: $5

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1485 days ago

Senior's Day Spin Poi

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

Another seniors event happening next week at the Tawa Community Centre. Next Tuesday 10 November at 12.30pm. Spin Poi. What a fun thing to try-something we have never had here before.

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1486 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should not be too hard this week.
Where is this and why are they are marching?

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1486 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Information for service providers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View more
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:

- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.

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1486 days ago

Are you after new plants for your summer garden?

Joshua from

Price Smart provides a good range of evergreen native plants at a competitive price. If you are looking for low maintenance and visually stunning local plants to complete your garden, we have them for you. Mini Toe Toe, NZ Iris, Carex, and many more.
For inquiries about products and services Give … View more
Price Smart provides a good range of evergreen native plants at a competitive price. If you are looking for low maintenance and visually stunning local plants to complete your garden, we have them for you. Mini Toe Toe, NZ Iris, Carex, and many more.
For inquiries about products and services Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or email us at info@pricesmart.co.nz.

1486 days ago

Senior's Expo

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

Senior's Expo is on as part of celebrating Senior's week.
Fri 13 November from 10am-12noon. Morning tea provided. Come and see what is on offer for senior's in our community.

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1486 days ago

Senior's Movie - What we did on holiday

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

Lets get together and enjoy a movie-What we did on holiday, celebrating Senior's week. Tea and coffee available. Come along from 12.30 for a 1pm start.

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1487 days ago

Access to popular Tararua tramping areas closed

Reporter Community News

Trampers wanting to access popular huts in the northern Tararuas (including Kime Hut, pictured) are likely to face access problems for sometime.
The section of Ōtaki Gorge Road known as Blue Bluff remains unstable and is likely to remain closed for the peak summer period.
As well as a camping … View more
Trampers wanting to access popular huts in the northern Tararuas (including Kime Hut, pictured) are likely to face access problems for sometime.
The section of Ōtaki Gorge Road known as Blue Bluff remains unstable and is likely to remain closed for the peak summer period.
As well as a camping ground, it is also a major entrance point for trampers and hunters accessing the Tararua Forest Park.
The slip, 12km in from SH1, is a major one. Kāpiti Coast District Council Access and Transport Manager Glen O’Connor says expert geotechnical advice is that further slipping could occur at any time, and may be extensive.
Engineers are waiting for the slip to move before deciding what the best long term solution is.
The Department of Conservation is working to find alternative public access to the huts and walks in the forest park and is expected to have options for trampers by summers.

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1487 days ago

Quote for the week

NumberWorks'nWords Johnsonville

You truly can achieve anything. If you want something bad enough, there’s nothing to stop you from achieving it.

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1488 days ago

Wellington getting behind the hihi

Reporter Community News

It is time to get in behind yellow and black for the Bird of the Year.
From November 2-15, Bird of the Year Te Manu Rongonui o Te Tau 2020 is back showcasing our native birds and encouraging Kiwis to vote for their favourite feathered friend.
This year the Wellington City Council is backing the … View more
It is time to get in behind yellow and black for the Bird of the Year.
From November 2-15, Bird of the Year Te Manu Rongonui o Te Tau 2020 is back showcasing our native birds and encouraging Kiwis to vote for their favourite feathered friend.
This year the Wellington City Council is backing the hihi (also known as the stitchbird).
The total population of the hihi is unlikely to exceed 2000 birds.
Wellington's Zealandia is thought now to have the largest mainland population.
Wellington sports teams The Pulse and The Phoenix are also supporting the hihi – the bird that sports their team colours.
What is your favourite bird?

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