Houghton Bay, Wellington

77 days ago

Bowls in the Bay is back for 2025 - starts Thursday 16 January, 5.45pm

Alison Stewart from Island Bay Bowling Club

Are you back at work and want the summer fun to last a bit longer? No team needed, no fees, just come along for fun, bowls and pizza. Children are very welcome. The attached poster has more details.
See you Thursday 16 January, 5.45pm.

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107 days ago

⚠️ DOGS DIE IN HOT CARS. If you love them, don't leave them. ⚠️

The Team from SPCA New Zealand

It's a message we share time and time again, and this year, we're calling on you to help us spread that message further.
Did you know that calls to SPCA about dogs left inside hot cars made up a whopping 11% of all welfare calls last summer? This is a completely preventable issue, and … View more
It's a message we share time and time again, and this year, we're calling on you to help us spread that message further.
Did you know that calls to SPCA about dogs left inside hot cars made up a whopping 11% of all welfare calls last summer? This is a completely preventable issue, and one which is causing hundreds of dogs (often loved pets) to suffer.
Here are some quick facts to share with the dog owners in your life:

👉 The temperature inside a car can heat to over 50°C in less than 15 minutes.
👉 Parking in the shade and cracking windows does little to help on a warm day. Dogs rely on panting to keep cool, which they can't do in a hot car.
👉 This puts dogs at a high risk of heatstroke - a serious condition for dogs, with a mortality rate between 39%-50%.
👉 It is an offence under the Animal Welfare Act to leave a dog in a hot vehicle if they are showing signs of heat stress. You can be fined, and prosecuted.
SPCA has created downloadable resources to help you spread the message even further. Posters, a flyer, and a social media tile can be downloaded from our website here: www.spca.nz...
We encourage you to use these - and ask your local businesses to display the posters if they can. Flyers can be kept in your car and handed out as needed.
This is a community problem, and one we cannot solve alone. Help us to prevent more tragedies this summer by sharing this post.
On behalf of the animals - thank you ❤️

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78 days ago

Have you got the drive?

Susan from Hataitai

We are looking for refugee driver training mentors to practice driving with former refugees. If you are patient and friendly, love to drive and enjoy meeting people from around the world this role would suit you! A dual control practice car is provided and full training and support given. Please … View moreWe are looking for refugee driver training mentors to practice driving with former refugees. If you are patient and friendly, love to drive and enjoy meeting people from around the world this role would suit you! A dual control practice car is provided and full training and support given. Please contact susan.clare@crf.org.nz or kate.twyford@crf.org.nz for more information or to apply.

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80 days ago

Wander more, worry less

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Few things in life are as enriching as the thrill of travel or the camaraderie among friends. At Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village in Auckland, a group of intrepid travellers have combined the two.

It all began when Bert Sutcliffe Village resident Marie began arranging evenings at the theatre for… View more
Few things in life are as enriching as the thrill of travel or the camaraderie among friends. At Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village in Auckland, a group of intrepid travellers have combined the two.

It all began when Bert Sutcliffe Village resident Marie began arranging evenings at the theatre for her neighbours. The theatre enthusiasts soon became close friends and as their friendships developed so did their adventures, expanding their horizons to include long lunches, winery tours, group dinners and adventurous holidays in New Zealand and overseas.

Click read more for the full story.

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83 days ago

New year new garden

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need a garden tidy? We
Can help- made a start over Christmas but need it finished we can help
Call now
0272420951

83 days ago

Light up your life

Resene

The Karen Walker Paints collection from Resene will see you sprucing up your home in style with this simple but fun project using your favourite Karen Walker testpot colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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85 days ago

The Great Kiwi Quiz is back by popular demand

Kiwi Quizz

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to WIN a … View more
Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Great Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!

Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to WIN a Weber® Lumin® BBQ Prize Pack, valued at $1098! Each pack includes: an electric BBQ, a stand with a side table, and a cover. The more answers you enter correctly, the higher your chance of winning. For more information and to submit your answers, click here.

The team at Stuff
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87 days ago

Hooked on adventure

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Neil’s love for fishing stretches back as far as he can remember. From catching sprats on the farm as a young boy to representing New Zealand on the world stage, it’s always been his passion. These days, as a Bruce McLaren Village resident, Neil finds nothing more enjoyable than casting a line,… View moreNeil’s love for fishing stretches back as far as he can remember. From catching sprats on the farm as a young boy to representing New Zealand on the world stage, it’s always been his passion. These days, as a Bruce McLaren Village resident, Neil finds nothing more enjoyable than casting a line, surrounded by scenic vistas and the melodies of native birds, before releasing his catch back into the water.

An experienced fishing guide, Neil shares his love of fly fishing with his new mate and village neighbour, David. While they met in the village, the pair are often mistaken for lifelong friends. Like Neil, David has always been an active person.

Click read more for the full story.

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87 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lottery

Welcome the new year with the chance to win a brand-new home!

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished Jennian home in the stunning coastal town of Clarks Beach, Auckland—your perfect escape, just a short drive from the city.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features … View more
Welcome the new year with the chance to win a brand-new home!

For just $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished Jennian home in the stunning coastal town of Clarks Beach, Auckland—your perfect escape, just a short drive from the city.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area, and is ready to welcome its new owner.

Whether you choose to make it your forever home, a holiday retreat, a rental property, or sell it, the choice is yours!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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87 days ago

Leaf Blowing & Vacuuming Needed

George from Hataitai

Looking for someone with their own leaf blower/vacuum to clean up a medium-large property with outdoor decks.

Task includes:

- Blowing/vacuuming leaves and debris from decks and surrounding areas.
- Ensuring all debris is collected and removed.

Must have your own equipment and attention to… View more
Looking for someone with their own leaf blower/vacuum to clean up a medium-large property with outdoor decks.

Task includes:

- Blowing/vacuuming leaves and debris from decks and surrounding areas.
- Ensuring all debris is collected and removed.

Must have your own equipment and attention to detail.

Please share your availability and quote.

90 days ago

Fair play

Resene

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions. Find out more

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95 days ago

Worst Xmas ever?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.

Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...

Share… View more
There's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.

Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...

Share your Christmas mishaps below!

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94 days ago

Suellen’s sweet Christmas tradition

Rita Angus Retirement Village

The festive season is always a great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth, and this time of year poses the perfect opportunity to bring a real showstopper to the Christmas table.

For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche, an impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with … View more
The festive season is always a great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth, and this time of year poses the perfect opportunity to bring a real showstopper to the Christmas table.

For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche, an impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with spun sugar that is popular at weddings in France and Italy.

What began as a birthday treat at a local French café has become a cherished Christmas tradition for Suellen and her 17-year-old twin granddaughters, Ellie and Sadie. Every year, the trio gather in Suellen’s apartment at William Sanders Village to cook this festive dessert - a holiday highlight they all treasure.

Click read more for the recipe.

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105 days ago

Would you like a free copy of our February 2025 issue?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine. We're still on the hunt for tomato recipes, so send your family's favourite way to use up your homegrown harvest, to: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine. We're still on the hunt for tomato recipes, so send your family's favourite way to use up your homegrown harvest, to: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the mag

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96 days ago

Time for Good News

Clive from Island Bay

Despite the current troubles, Christmas remains a time to celebrate. We will be doing it in style at St Hilda's church on Sunday at 10.00am when we tell the Christmas story from the perspective of a detective mouse! Yes we are doing our "Pop up Nativity" - fun for all with audience … View moreDespite the current troubles, Christmas remains a time to celebrate. We will be doing it in style at St Hilda's church on Sunday at 10.00am when we tell the Christmas story from the perspective of a detective mouse! Yes we are doing our "Pop up Nativity" - fun for all with audience participation. Come dressed as a shepherd, a sheep, a kangaroo, or whatever onesy you may have! As always at St Hilda's there will be food and drinks afterwards in the hall.
We are a very Kid's friendly place so bring the family!
St Hilda's - a place to belong......!

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