Houghton Bay, Wellington

1666 days ago

*Win* Happy Mother's Day Neighbours

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Competition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell … View more
Competition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell us how you're celebrating your Mum - or a special woman in your life - with the constraints of lockdown (or how you'd like to share the love once we're in Level 2).

Comment below to enter, hurry though, entries close tonight 11.59pm Sunday 10th May 2020.
T&Cs apply.

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1669 days ago

Temporary free 15-minute parks

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

To encourage Wellingtonians to #LoveLocal, free 15-minute parks will be available in the city and a number of suburbs, including Newtown, Kilbirnie, Johnsonville and Tawa, so people can quickly collect takeaway orders from businesses and food outlets under the different COVID-19 Alert Levels.
The … View more
To encourage Wellingtonians to #LoveLocal, free 15-minute parks will be available in the city and a number of suburbs, including Newtown, Kilbirnie, Johnsonville and Tawa, so people can quickly collect takeaway orders from businesses and food outlets under the different COVID-19 Alert Levels.
The P15 parks will be in place until Alert Level 1 and will be clearly signposted. All other parking will be enforced as normal from 8am Tuesday 12 May.
For more information visit: wellington.govt.nz...
For the full list of temporary 15-minute parking zones visit: wellington.govt.nz/p15

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1665 days ago

Join Healthy For Life this Saturday!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It's not too late to be healthy for life!

Join Bernice Mene this Saturday at 9am on TVNZ 1 for a new exercise programme designed for over 65 year olds to work on their strength and balance.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the … View more
It's not too late to be healthy for life!

Join Bernice Mene this Saturday at 9am on TVNZ 1 for a new exercise programme designed for over 65 year olds to work on their strength and balance.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the home, keeping your brain active, how to keep up your social links and friendships and advice about healthy eating and sleep during this time.

Healthy For Life is available on TVNZ OnDemand, or screens this Saturday at 9AM on TVNZ 1.

Find out more at Live Stronger for Longer.
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1665 days ago

Experience the colours of Aotearoa

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue … View more
Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue to support some of NZ’s hottest new artists on the art scene despite the limitations of Covid-19 lockdown.

All artists have been selected by a panel of experts, promising quality and talent deserved of any collection. Art lovers can be assured that they can purchase with confidence, liaising directly with the artists.

Visitors can explore new artworks by some of the show’s favourite and most successful artists including Jane Blackmore, Runa + Holly, Tanya Blong, Joel Hart and Nikki Corbishley while discovering the hottest and newest artists on the NZ Arts scene. Glass works by the talented Richard Landers (a crowd favourite at last year’s show) also feature, alongside contemporary photographic works, exquisite and traditional watercolours, gorgeous florals, and artworks that provoke thought and conversation.


Go to artshow.co.nz where you can browse and purchase hundreds of original artworks all from the comfort of your own home from May 1st. Show your support and help keep the arts alive and active in NZ!

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1670 days ago

Are you struggling to buy vege seedlings?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
Have you been to the country's first "drive-thru" garden centre in Plimmerton yet? Owner Richard Persson said he sold six weeks worth of vege seedlings in three days because "we're all alcohlic gardeners this side of lockdown".

Vege seedlings have … View more
Hey neighbours,
Have you been to the country's first "drive-thru" garden centre in Plimmerton yet? Owner Richard Persson said he sold six weeks worth of vege seedlings in three days because "we're all alcohlic gardeners this side of lockdown".

Vege seedlings have been selling out because gardeners are buying them up like crazy now and the growers weren't able to plant at level 4. But they're warning other shortages of fruit and native trees are still to come and could be long-lasting.

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1666 days ago

Reduce your isolation energy bills

ECCA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
Find out more

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1667 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Joshua from

We work within your budget, and only when you need us, to ensure your garden is looking tidy all year round.
For a reasonable estimate

Give us a call at 027 548 9818
or
Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1667 days ago

Time to decorate?

Resene

You can purchase everything you need for your decorating projects from your local Resene ColorShop – simply shop online, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. Click and collect or we can arrange contactless delivery direct to you.

And if you need any advice for your project use our … View more
You can purchase everything you need for your decorating projects from your local Resene ColorShop – simply shop online, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. Click and collect or we can arrange contactless delivery direct to you.

And if you need any advice for your project use our free online help service, Ask a Technical Expert, or Ask a Colour Expert or call 0800 RESENE 737 363.
Shop online

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1667 days ago

Enjoy Europe Day with a hamper of European goodies!

Delegation of the European Union to New Zealand

9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do … View more
9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do anything in person, we wanted to bring Europe to you. Answer our quiz and be in to win a $75 hamper from our friends at Le Marche Francais.

To find out more about the European Union (and maybe even the answers!) find us on @EUinNZ.
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1668 days ago

Psychology survey on COVID-19

Laura from Houghton Bay

Kia ora,

I'm a PhD student at Victoria University of Wellington and am currently conducting an online survey looking at how people think COVID-19 will affect them and others.

If you have some spare time, your participation is much appreciated! The survey takes approximately 25minutes and to … View more
Kia ora,

I'm a PhD student at Victoria University of Wellington and am currently conducting an online survey looking at how people think COVID-19 will affect them and others.

If you have some spare time, your participation is much appreciated! The survey takes approximately 25minutes and to participate you need to:

• Live in New Zealand
• Be 18+ years of age
• Not have been diagnosed with COVID-19

You can access the survey via the following link: vuw.qualtrics.com...

Thank you!

1668 days ago

⚠ PLANNED WATER OUTAGE – MONDAY 11 MAY FINLAY TERRACE ⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

We are installing a new service into the water supply network in the area. This means we have to turn off the supply between 10am and 2pm on Monday 11 May, affecting properties numbers 2-10, (even numbers only) on Finlay Terrace in Mt Cook. The water will be back on as soon as possible, but we … View moreWe are installing a new service into the water supply network in the area. This means we have to turn off the supply between 10am and 2pm on Monday 11 May, affecting properties numbers 2-10, (even numbers only) on Finlay Terrace in Mt Cook. The water will be back on as soon as possible, but we recommend you fill up some containers with water before the time above and avoid running your dishwasher, washing machine etc. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused.

1668 days ago

Parking goes back to normal

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Kia ora Pōneke.
Remember that all parking will be enforced as normal from 8am Tuesday 12 May. This includes metered parking charges, time restrictions, Loading Zones, Residents Parking and Coupon Parking.
In preparation for this, staff are placing warning notices on vehicles that are currently … View more
Kia ora Pōneke.
Remember that all parking will be enforced as normal from 8am Tuesday 12 May. This includes metered parking charges, time restrictions, Loading Zones, Residents Parking and Coupon Parking.
In preparation for this, staff are placing warning notices on vehicles that are currently parking in clearways and Bus Lanes.
For more information, visit: wellington.govt.nz...

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1668 days ago

Paint a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a … View more
Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a great way to introduce pops of colour that you might not be brave enough to attempt on a larger scale.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1668 days ago

Getting married in New Zealand?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Coronavirus has us celebrating our local businesses, does that extend to your Big Day? We've spoken to wedding venues who are hopeful people will commit to a local wedding in the future. The Sunday Star-Times is keen to speak to a couple who have new plans to keep their wedding in New Zealand.… View moreCoronavirus has us celebrating our local businesses, does that extend to your Big Day? We've spoken to wedding venues who are hopeful people will commit to a local wedding in the future. The Sunday Star-Times is keen to speak to a couple who have new plans to keep their wedding in New Zealand. If you're willing to be interviewed and identified for a story, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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