Houghton Bay, Wellington

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353 days ago

Is your house NZ's Merriest Home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!

Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to … View more
Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!

Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to go into the draw to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home.

The Neighbourly team will choose the finalists but you, our Neighbourly members will vote on the ultimate winner who'll receive the prize of a $600 Prezzy® Card and the title of NZ's Merriest Home. So, go ahead! In the comments below, share your one festive photo to enter.

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348 days ago

Gardening b4 Christmas

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Christmas is next week! And I have 1-2 spots left for a garden tidy!
Message me photos for the quickest results !
0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

348 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF SUMMER DREAMS

The Team from NZ Compare

It's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!

Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy … View more
It's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!

Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy Cards! And now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you hit the jackpot as the lucky winner? Find out now!

If this round didn't bring you the big win, no worries! Keep up with NZ Compare for all the scoop on future contests and cool deals! We're here to brighten up your budget and make things fun.

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348 days ago

In the swing of things

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Repurpose an old pallet and decorate in Resene paints to make a luxurious garden swing.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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350 days ago

Poll: What's Your Gift Ideas?

The Team from NZ Compare

Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View more
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!

Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.

For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the goodies from your favourite brands.

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What's Your Gift Ideas?
  • 9% Tech Marvels
    9% Complete
  • 32.2% Gourmet Delights
    32.2% Complete
  • 9.8% Outdoor Adventure Gear
    9.8% Complete
  • 15.7% Beauty & Fashion
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  • 33.3% DIY and Handmade Wonders
    33.3% Complete
255 votes
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351 days ago

Wanted: boxing bag - buy or free thank you.

Helen from Southgate

Not too big or heavy - maybe 70cm, 20kg?
Or an empty bag thank you. Wellington wide.

351 days ago

Limited spaces now Garden tidies b4 xmas

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need a garden tidy b4 Xmas you better be quick
0272430951
Ian
Natures choice !

Have a great Christmas !

352 days ago

Locking up and leaving for adventure

Rita Angus Retirement Village

If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A … View more
If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.

Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A highlight in her rowing career was in 2017 when Judy, along with her rowing partner Alison, competed in The World Masters Games, winning a silver medal in the 1000m Women’s Pairs.

She currently holds the title of top women's single sculler in the 70-75 year age group in New Zealand and is second in the North Island for the 65-75 year age group.

Adventure is in Judy’s DNA. She’s always up for hitting the open road and exploring the fantastic wilderness that Aotearoa has to offer. When she’s not rowing, Judy loves to hike. And she’s no stranger to several hard South Island trails.

Having a lifestyle this active and busy means that Judy doesn’t want to be worrying about her home while she is away. She chose Ryman’s Murray Halberg Village because it suits all her needs, right down to the location near the water as well as all the safety and security benefits.

“It’s a lock up and leave it situation,” she says.

Click to read the full story.

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359 days ago

Downsize to a richer, happier life

Rita Angus Retirement Village

What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to … View more
What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.

Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.

No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.

Click to read more.

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353 days ago

Celebrate Christmas with the Island Bay Churches

Clive from Island Bay

Thursday 14th December
10.15 am St Hilda’s: Traditional Communion Service with Carols. Refreshments and a chat afterwards.



Sunday 17 December
10 am St Hilda’s Anglican: Pop-up Nativity - A special retelling of the Christmas Story involving total audience participation. There’s … View more
Thursday 14th December
10.15 am St Hilda’s: Traditional Communion Service with Carols. Refreshments and a chat afterwards.



Sunday 17 December
10 am St Hilda’s Anglican: Pop-up Nativity - A special retelling of the Christmas Story involving total audience participation. There’s going to be a lot of BOOM! in this service. Come dressed up as one of the Christmas characters!

10am Presbyterian Church: The children lead our 10am service

7.00pm Presbyterian Church: Ukulele Christmas - Play and sing favourite Christmas songs. Music provided; bring voices, instruments and friends.


Christmas Eve - Sunday 24 December
10 am - St Hilda’s: A short carols and testimony service on Christmas Eve, followed by a shared lunch.


5 pm Presbyterian Church: Service of carols, readings and candles.


6.00 pm Presbyterian Church: Carol singing at Village at the Park: Meet at Village at the Park rest home on Adelaide Rd at 6pm. Song sheets provided.


6.00 pm St Francis de Sales Catholic Church: Family Mass

6.45 pm Wellington Churches: Carol Singing at Hospital. Meet up in the hospital foyer and go around the wards singing carols. This is arranged by the hospital chaplains and the hospital staff, and is a blessing to everyone who participates as well as to the staff and patients.


9.00pm St Francis de Sales Catholic Church: Night Mass with Choir


Christmas Day

9.30 am Baptist Church: Christmas Day Celebration with sparkling grape juice and Christmas nibbles!
9.30 am Presbyterian Church: Celebrating Christmas Day at 9.30 with a short relaxed family service.

9.30 am St Hilda’s: Short Christmas Service with Communion
10.30am: Korean Presbyterian Church: Service.



After Christmas

Sunday 31 December 10 am - Combined Service at St Hilda's


Sunday 7 January 10 am - Combined Service at Baptists

Sunday 14 January 10 am - Combined Service at Presbyterians

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356 days ago

water shortages in Wellington

David from Island Bay

Just been watching the TV news predicting that Wellington is going to be suffering severe water shortages in the coming summer months.
And I'm wondering, why is the WCC spending so much time, money and resources on digging up and replacing perfectly good gutters in Island Bay (and other … View more
Just been watching the TV news predicting that Wellington is going to be suffering severe water shortages in the coming summer months.
And I'm wondering, why is the WCC spending so much time, money and resources on digging up and replacing perfectly good gutters in Island Bay (and other suburbs). They've been doing this work literally for months in Beramphore and Island Bay. And the old gutters appear to be in quite good if not very good condition.
Why are they not using this time, money and resources fixing our water infrastructure???
I don't understand. Is it just me wondering this????

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355 days ago

Pet and House sitter offer in Wellington from mid Dec till early Jan.

Juliette from Hataitai

Kia Ora,
📆 Still on the lookout for a house/pet/plants sitting opportunity from mid December to early January (flexible dates).
🐈I used to housesit one of my friend’s place in Hataitai who also had a cat and plants to care for. I am a responsible gal, tidy, clean, and respectful of … View more
Kia Ora,
📆 Still on the lookout for a house/pet/plants sitting opportunity from mid December to early January (flexible dates).
🐈I used to housesit one of my friend’s place in Hataitai who also had a cat and plants to care for. I am a responsible gal, tidy, clean, and respectful of rules and places. I obviously love pets and being active so if you have any furry friends it would be my pleasure to take them for their walks/run or swims. 🦮🌱
⭐️ If you're planning a holiday, reach out and I'll ensure your home and furry friends remain in great hands.
Feel free to message me if you or someone you know might need a house or pet sitter. Cheers!
🏡 Preferably looking for house sitting close to town (Hataitai, Kilbirnie, Miramar suburbs since I don’t have a car yet)
Juliette

355 days ago

Feature wall dos and don’ts

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Switch it up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.

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356 days ago

Win a family vacation to the Solomon Islands

Stuff NZ

Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! You could be the lucky winner of a mesmerising 4-night getaway to the breathtaking Solomon Islands sponsored by the film Migration and thanks to our friends at Solomon Airlines – all exclusively for our subscribers! Terms and conditions apply.
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Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! You could be the lucky winner of a mesmerising 4-night getaway to the breathtaking Solomon Islands sponsored by the film Migration and thanks to our friends at Solomon Airlines – all exclusively for our subscribers! Terms and conditions apply.

What’s included?
Return flights for a family of 4 from Auckland to Munda, Solomon Islands via Solomon Airlines, a 4-night stay in a family bungalow at Zipolo Habu Resort, the use of kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment, and return Munda Airport transfers are all provided by the accommodation.

Don't miss your chance to turn your dreams into reality. Your ticket to paradise is just a click away! Enter now.

The team at Stuff
Find out more

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357 days ago

Summer Dreams Giveaway!

The Team from NZ Compare

WIN 1 of 2*$100 Prezzy Cards to fuel up your festive trip, groceries from your fav supermarket. Spend on goodies for your holiday!
CLICK below to ENTER.

What's your holiday vibe this year? Beach escape, overseas adventure, or a cozy staycation at home? Simply share your plans for a … View more
WIN 1 of 2*$100 Prezzy Cards to fuel up your festive trip, groceries from your fav supermarket. Spend on goodies for your holiday!
CLICK below to ENTER.

What's your holiday vibe this year? Beach escape, overseas adventure, or a cozy staycation at home? Simply share your plans for a chance to WIN!

Ends Dec 14th 2023!

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