Island Bay, Wellington

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839 days ago

Do you have a great asparagus recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable … View more
Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for asparagus recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before August 21, 2022.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Vegetable Growing Made Easy.

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840 days ago

Maths Week

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Maths Week is a week-long celebration of all things maths! ?

It is a premier mathematics event in the New Zealand school calendar, and sets out to encourage children to pursue maths by promoting a more positive and inclusive approach.

Visit the Maths Week website to learn more! … View more
Maths Week is a week-long celebration of all things maths! ?

It is a premier mathematics event in the New Zealand school calendar, and sets out to encourage children to pursue maths by promoting a more positive and inclusive approach.

Visit the Maths Week website to learn more! www.mathsweek.co.nz...

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840 days ago

Subscribe to Stuff's First Time Buyer's Club

Stuff

Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first… View more
Making it onto the first rung of the property ladder can be an incredibly rewarding journey – and Stuff is here to help you through.

Stuff Homed has launched the First Time Buyers’ Club, an email series to help you navigate the equal-parts exciting and terrifying process of buying your first ever home. When you join our six-week LearnStuff course, you’ll get an email every week giving you all the basics on what you need to know, who you need on your side, and what you need to do at each stage of the journey.

We can’t make the houses any cheaper, but we can guide you through the process, share some tips from the experts, and help you avoid some of the trips and traps.

Sign up (it's free) and get started on your house-buying journey.
Sign up now

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842 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A lovely close-up of a tūī by Kelson resident Andrew Gorrie.

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841 days ago

Nominations are now open!

Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our region is changing; we’re facing challenges and opportunities like never before.

Nominations for Greater Wellington regional council close at 12 noon on Friday 12 August 2022. Now is your time to help shape the region’s future and have a say on the issues that matter to you and your … View more
Our region is changing; we’re facing challenges and opportunities like never before.

Nominations for Greater Wellington regional council close at 12 noon on Friday 12 August 2022. Now is your time to help shape the region’s future and have a say on the issues that matter to you and your community.

Find out how you can give your voice on issues that matter to your community
Find out more

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842 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Ollie and Harry

Reporter Community News

Andrew Robson from Epuni submitted Ollie and Harry, who belong to his son.
"They both love to run around the back lawn, are great mates and love my son with lots of kisses and hugs. Both boys love to chase each other.They have their own mohair rugs for sleeping on."
Remember if you want … View more
Andrew Robson from Epuni submitted Ollie and Harry, who belong to his son.
"They both love to run around the back lawn, are great mates and love my son with lots of kisses and hugs. Both boys love to chase each other.They have their own mohair rugs for sleeping on."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

842 days ago

Aged terracotta pot

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

It’s easy to age a brand new terracotta pot using Karen Walker Chalk Colour and Vintage Wax from Resene.
Find out how to create your own.

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843 days ago

The local elections are coming up!

Orange Guy from Electoral Commission

The countdown is on! Make sure you’re enrolled and your details are up to date by 12 August to make voting in the local elections easy.

Visit vote.nz or call 0800 36 76 56 to find out more.
Find out more

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867 days ago

Builders looking for work

Matt from Island Bay

Hey, my father and I are a local family building team here in Island Bay. We’re looking for a new project. If you have any renovations, repairs, alterations, new builds or anything else needed doing on your place please give us a call 0276811515. We’d love to help. LBP registered. Cheers, Matt

844 days ago

Love to Dance - A Ryman Healthcare Grant

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up… View more
Could your local dance group use a $5,000 cash injection?

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Receive one of three $5,000 grants to spend on equipment, transport, costumes or anything you need to support your community’s love of dance

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844 days ago

Art Workshops

JoElle from Island Bay

Beneficial effects happen during the art process.
But when you like the end result, that’s a double-happy.

Get in touch on 021519920
www.southcoaststudionz.com...
kiaora@southcoaststudionz.com

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845 days ago

Bring Hope to the table!

Life

It’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner … View moreIt’s time to start thinking about what you can do to help out those who need it most this Christmas. 1 in 5 Kiwi children are currently living in households that don’t have enough food. Christmas Box is a food box that caters to a family of 4-6, helping supplement breakfast, lunch and dinner meals over a week.

For just $40 you’re not only providing food essentials and treats but you’re also giving hope to families in need.

To sponsor a box, go to christmasbox.co.nz.
Know more

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845 days ago

Keep trying

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

It doesn't matter how much you fall, the most important thing is how strongly you try to get up and try again. ?

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845 days ago

Bake Week.

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Bake a bargain with a hot sale for this cold weather!


At Kilbirnie Red Cross we have 5 cookbooks for $6.00, or 3 for $2.50!

Other sales continue:
All pants, sportswear, men’s t-shorts, polo shirts and Manchester 50% off!
Dresses 25% off!
Scarves $3.00 each
Kids boxed clothing fill a bag for … View more
Bake a bargain with a hot sale for this cold weather!


At Kilbirnie Red Cross we have 5 cookbooks for $6.00, or 3 for $2.50!

Other sales continue:
All pants, sportswear, men’s t-shorts, polo shirts and Manchester 50% off!
Dresses 25% off!
Scarves $3.00 each
Kids boxed clothing fill a bag for $3.00
Ties $1.00 each
Books, CDs DVDs on sale
Kids clothing on racks $2.00 each
Socks 5 pairs for $1.00 to keep your feet warm

Be quick, this week only, we hope to see you here!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross

845 days ago

Gardening and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need a quick Garden tidy before spring ? We can help ! Call us today for a free quote
0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

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