Hataitai, Wellington

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2113 days ago

Have your say on UK-NZ trade

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View more
New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.

Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protection.

Submissions are closing on 11 February, so to make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts now.
Have your say

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2116 days ago

What do you think of the new NZ police armour?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

All New Zealand police officers will receive new stab- and bullet-proof vests in a $20 million roll-out over the next three-and-a-half years.

The current vests - which were introduced in 2006 - are stab-proof, but special vests are worn by any officers involved in firearms … View more
Hey neighbours,

All New Zealand police officers will receive new stab- and bullet-proof vests in a $20 million roll-out over the next three-and-a-half years.

The current vests - which were introduced in 2006 - are stab-proof, but special vests are worn by any officers involved in firearms call-outs.

They have passed their warranty, but remain "safe and fit for purpose", says Police Commissioner Mike Bush.

What do you think about the new armour? Are police officers safe using the current vests? Are you surprised the existing vests aren't stab- and bullet-proof?

To read more, click here.

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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2113 days ago

Fisher-Price Castle

Emily from Miramar

Great condition Fisher-Price Castle with the accessories as picture. Pick up in Miramar.

Price: $20

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2113 days ago

Big bag of dress-ups

Emily from Miramar

Princess dresses, leotards, crowns, clip on Elsa braid etc. All have plenty of dress-up life left in them. Selling in bulk only. Photos only show a portion of the bag! Pick up in Miramar.

Price: $20

2113 days ago

Sofa bed, 2 seater - very comfortable!!!

Alison from Miramar

Would love this to go to a good home, it’s had great reviews from friends and relatives who have slept on it, sleeps one person. Has some wear and tear but in good condition. Dimensions 146x92. Bloody heavy but worth it!

Free

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2114 days ago

Why not bring your friends and whānau along to Te Rā O Waitangi!

Daniel Melbye from Wellington City Council

Waitangi Day is all about coming together to celebrate Aotearoa and what better place than Waitangi Park!

Come along for kai and kapa haka at Te Rā o Waitangi, Wed 6 Feb. Festivities begin 10am at Te Wharewaka o Pōneke. Then at noon, head to Waitangi Park for live music. Check out the line-up of… View more
Waitangi Day is all about coming together to celebrate Aotearoa and what better place than Waitangi Park!

Come along for kai and kapa haka at Te Rā o Waitangi, Wed 6 Feb. Festivities begin 10am at Te Wharewaka o Pōneke. Then at noon, head to Waitangi Park for live music. Check out the line-up of awesome Māori performers and the day’s full programme wellington.govt.nz/waitangi |here|

2114 days ago

Want an easy cheesy lunchbox snack?

Mainland NZ

Yes you do! Our Triple Cheese Mini Muffins are the perfect snack – just the right size and shape for little hands.

Better still, they’re a snap to make, especially if you have ready-grated tasty and parmesan cheese from Mainland in the fridge.

For the more adventurous eaters, finish each… View more
Yes you do! Our Triple Cheese Mini Muffins are the perfect snack – just the right size and shape for little hands.

Better still, they’re a snap to make, especially if you have ready-grated tasty and parmesan cheese from Mainland in the fridge.

For the more adventurous eaters, finish each muffin with a little wedge of Brie, Noble or Blue cheese. You might not be able to resist sneaking a couple for your own lunch!
Get the recipe

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2114 days ago

Open Meeting, Weds 27 Feb - World NGO Day

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

Mark your diaries - we're having an "Open Meeting" on
27 February! This is your chance to come and find what Toastmasters is all about - and for members to bring interested friends.

27 February also happens to be "World NGO Day". World NGO Day is an opportunity to learn … View more
Mark your diaries - we're having an "Open Meeting" on
27 February! This is your chance to come and find what Toastmasters is all about - and for members to bring interested friends.

27 February also happens to be "World NGO Day". World NGO Day is an opportunity to learn what not-for-profit organisations are doing for society around the world, the people behind them and what we can do to help. We plan to have related speakers and activities - don't miss it :)

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2119 days ago

Monarch butterfly season

Lyn from Roseneath

Something has definitely affected monarchs this year. Those who have raised monarchs are finding male to female ratio is roughly even. However, many of the female monarchs are not laying eggs. Could they be sterile? Could the males be infertile? The Monarch Butterfly NZ Trust is investigating... … View moreSomething has definitely affected monarchs this year. Those who have raised monarchs are finding male to female ratio is roughly even. However, many of the female monarchs are not laying eggs. Could they be sterile? Could the males be infertile? The Monarch Butterfly NZ Trust is investigating... (600 respondents all over the country showed that 2/3 of the country had 'virtually no/fewer monarch eggs than a typical year').

You can see the survey results on our website.

www.monarch.org.nz...

Yes, social wasps (includes paper wasps), praying mantises, ants etc are natural predators and there are also parasites and pathogens which affect eggs, caterpillars and chrysalises... but if you don't have eggs, you don't get past base!

What can you do to help? Here's three top tips:

(1) supporting the MBNZT is a good beginning: funds will help us work with scientists analysing the data we've collected PLUS you get a fantastic magazine BUTTERFLIES in your mailbox four times a year with lots of tips...

www.monarch.org.nz...

(2) Plant more swan plants! Where you have swan plants in inappropriate places, let the monarchs weed them OR share them with others OR put them in a bucket of water and let the caterpillars eat them.

(3) DON'T use pesticides. It could be pesticides which are affecting the monarch... more research will help identify the cause. Find out through our website alternatives to what you've used in the past.

Hope this is helpful! There's more info. of course on our website. Please share, let's see what we can do to help the monarchs.

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2114 days ago

Ladies road bike - pick up only

Francie from Hataitai

Reasonable offers welcome.
In need of some TLC as it's been stored outside, but still a great bike. Unfortunately a bit big for me (I'm 5'4"). Happy for you to come and look.
Thanks! :)

Price: $200

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2114 days ago

Free bike - pick-up only

Francie from Hataitai

My previous flatmate left his bike behind and it'd be great to get rid of it. It needs a LOT of TLC (has been stored outside). He had problems with the tyre I think... There's a spare inner tube. Happy for you to come look - no obligation to take it :)

Free

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2114 days ago

Motu Kairangi Te Kōhanga Reo

Te Rina Neighbourly Lead from Miramar

27c Chelsea Street,
Motu Kairangi, Miramar
Wellington 6022
02040823646

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2116 days ago

"Online Table Topics" for Thursday - let's go!

Jane Fisher from Newtown Toastmasters

This week, you're invited to participate in "Online Table Topics". We'll post a question each day and we'd like you to comment in response (it doesn't have to be 2 minutes long :) )

Today: What do you wish you spent more time doing five years ago?

(Credit: District … View more
This week, you're invited to participate in "Online Table Topics". We'll post a question each day and we'd like you to comment in response (it doesn't have to be 2 minutes long :) )

Today: What do you wish you spent more time doing five years ago?

(Credit: District 8 Toastmasters)

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2115 days ago

The ‘z’ is for Zoo.

Metlink

You’ve told us you’ve missed the bus service that used to run directly from town to Wellington Zoo during the day. So from 3rd of February, we introduced the 23z, a trial service that will run to and from Wellington Station and the Zoo on weekdays and weekends.

It’ll provide more services … View more
You’ve told us you’ve missed the bus service that used to run directly from town to Wellington Zoo during the day. So from 3rd of February, we introduced the 23z, a trial service that will run to and from Wellington Station and the Zoo on weekdays and weekends.

It’ll provide more services for Newtown residents and visitors to the Zoo.
Find out more at metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.
Find out more!

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