Houghton Bay, Wellington

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

421 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking … View more
What an incredible turnout! Over 1360 Household Heroes were nominated by all of you for a chance to win a fabulous $350!
We know our nation is full of amazing Kiwis who keep things running at home, and you're all heroes!

But the real question is, did you win? Find out who's walking away with $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

Stay connected with NZ Compare for the latest broadband and power deals and exciting competitions. We're all about making it easy for you to compare and save money! CLICK HERE to learn more: www.nzcompare.com...

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422 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter The Post

Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is … View more
Words and pictures this week from Rosa Marie.

"I managed to get some birdie time yesterday at Silverstream just in time before the wet weather set in! Spent a bit of time chasing an elusive kōtare but no shots unfortunately! I did get close to a few Goldfinches at one stage which is unusual as they are normally very skittish!
I discovered a shag high up in the trees near a playground too! A shame it was too dark to get a decent capture but I liked the shadow effect! Saw lots of ducks in the stream, I think that there were a couple of Australian Shovellers if I am not mistaken!
The first photos is of tui that I had earlier been stalking around my property. He had plenty to say to me...."

422 days ago

Try this heart smart chicken stir-fry!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Whip up this heart smart spring chicken stir-fry for World Heart Day. Packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a zesty stir-fry sauce, this dish is both flavourful and nutritious.

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422 days ago

CROFTON DOWNS – WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton… View more
UPDATE - 3:30pm

Our team have identified the issue, and water has now been restored.

Please run a cold tap for a few minutes to clear any air pockets or cloudy water from the pipes before using hot taps, dishwashers and washing machines.

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Kia ora Crofton Downs,

Our crews have responded to reports of residents experiencing no water across Crofton Downs as well as Warwick Street, Wilton.

Our crews are investigating, and we will update this post with more information once we've identified the cause.

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Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

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422 days ago

EASTBOURNE - WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

UPDATE 1 - 4:17PM, 28 SEPT

The team are making good progress with the repair and expect full service to be restored early this evening.


We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

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Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive,… View more
UPDATE 1 - 4:17PM, 28 SEPT

The team are making good progress with the repair and expect full service to be restored early this evening.


We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

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Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)

Our crews are working to repair the pipe as quickly as possible. We appreciate the disruption this has caused, and thank you for your patience.

We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

Want to receive automatic notifications of incidents in your area?

Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

422 days ago

EASTBOURNE - WATER OUTAGE

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)
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Our crews have responded to a burst pipe on Marine Drive, this afternoon.

This is affecting Marine Drive from #624 towards and including Eastbourne township. We have had to turn the water off in this area to repair the burst pipe. We expect service to be interrupted for 4-5 hours (6 - 7 pm)

Our crews are working to fix this as soon as they can, thank you for your patience.

We'll keep this post updated with the latest info.

Want to receive automatic notifications of incidents in your area?

Text ‘HELLO’ to 8090 to register for text updates, or see www.wellingtonwater.co.nz... for emails.

422 days ago

KIDS TIME!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

50% off Toys and 3 free kids books when you spend $20 or more!

Kilbirnie Red Cross is always looking for new volunteers if you have a few hours spare a week, please call (04) 3871100, email, shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie to speak to our friendly team.
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50% off Toys and 3 free kids books when you spend $20 or more!

Kilbirnie Red Cross is always looking for new volunteers if you have a few hours spare a week, please call (04) 3871100, email, shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie to speak to our friendly team.

We hope to see you here!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross

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423 days ago

Tell a story about online dating and receive $30!!

Alex from Island Bay

Attention mobile dating app users! If you're 18+, live in New Zealand and used a mobile dating app during COVID-19, then please participate in our study.

vuw.qualtrics.com...

Participation includes writing short dating stories. We want you to get creative! Plus you'll receive $30… View more
Attention mobile dating app users! If you're 18+, live in New Zealand and used a mobile dating app during COVID-19, then please participate in our study.

vuw.qualtrics.com...

Participation includes writing short dating stories. We want you to get creative! Plus you'll receive $30 for your efforts!!

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423 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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423 days ago

Protest activity - Parliament grounds

The Team from Wellington District Police

Police will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in … View more
Police will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in support of a variety of protest causes, most of which are planning to end at Parliament grounds tomorrow.
Police will have a clearer picture of the numbers involved later today as protest groups move closer to Wellington.

Our planning for this has been underway for several weeks, and we are now well placed to respond to a number of, and range of, scenarios. Last year’s Parliamentary occupation provided some helpful learnings for us as an organisation.

Staff numbers have been boosted across all shifts in the district for next two days with more than 80 staff specifically trained in Public Order Policing mobilised to support Wellington district staff.

The focus for Police this week has been on talking to local residents and businesses as well as local iwi and agencies across the government sector.

Road closures are now in place around Parliament, with Molesworth Street and neighbouring streets closed, or operating with restricted access. Parliament has been deemed a no-fly zone, which also prohibits drones.

Our focus has been on ensuring buses and trains are able to operate as normal, and that disruption for local residents and businesses is minimal.

For those coming to march and protest at Parliament, we respect people’s right to demonstrate peacefully in support of their cause, but we are prepared to take enforcement action if it stops being peaceful.

We will have a very low tolerance for any structures being set up on the grounds, and we do have the ability to mobilise additional staff quickly if required. Tow trucks will be on stand-by in the city.

There may be some incidents on which we will need follow up as enquiries later.

To that end, we are keen to have the public’s assistance – to help be our eyes and ears, particularly on Lambton Quay, during the march to Parliament. We will likely want to see any video footage of unlawful activity, and people can report this through 105. But we are also asking that people don’t intervene or compromise their own safety.

It is an important part of our democracy that we preserve people’s right to protest. In the end, our hope is that people come to our city, to have their say on Parliament grounds, and then to leave peacefully.

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426 days ago

Should cats follow some rules?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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424 days ago

Are you a keen gardener?

NZ Gardener

Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is … View more
Subscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.

Every issue of NZ Gardener is packed with amazing New Zealand stories, plus subscribers save money every month!

Happy Gardening,
The team at NZ Gardener
Subscribe now

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424 days ago

Nominate Your Tech-Savvy Grandparent to WIN!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries … View more
Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries close 2 Oct 2023.
Compare now

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425 days ago

Tai Chi Have-a-go Sessions - Berhampore

Peter from Taoist Tai Chi™ - Wellington

Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi™ arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7.

Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi™ practice.

The sessions are being held … View more
Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi™ arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7.

Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi™ practice.

The sessions are being held at the Mornington Golf Club, 80 Stanley Street, Berhampore, on:
- Monday, 2 October, 1-2:30 pm
- Monday, 2 October, 7-8:30 pm
- Thursday, 5 October, 7-8:30 pm

All ages are welcome.

The Taoist Tai Chi Society of New Zealand is a not-for-profit charitable organisation dedicated to making the Taoist Tai Chi™ arts of health available to all who wish to benefit from them. For more information email wellington@taoisttaichi.org or visit www.taoisttaichi.org...

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