Island Bay, Wellington

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1190 days ago

Picture perfect

Reporter Community News

Wellington photographer Simon Woolf is posting a picture every day of a flower from his garden
"Fragrant and pretty, Earlicheer, is today's Daily Daffodil (Yes it is part of the Narcissus Family!)."
Please post a picture of your garden and any early spring flowers you have.

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1190 days ago

Frontline heroes: Paramedics aren't standoffish, they're just distancing

Reporter Community News

Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View more
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?

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1195 days ago

Have you got your teddy out yet?

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love … View more
Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love to see a picture or hear your teddies story.

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1191 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1191 days ago

Two new Covid-19 cases in Wellington

Reporter Community News

Two more Covid cases have been found in Wellington and a further 33 in Auckland. Remember to check out the latest list of locations of interest and to stay at home.
Click on Read More to check out Wellington Locations of Interest

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1194 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs … View more
This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs or leaves that might cover the subject or create unwanted shadows. Lately I've been thinking sometimes it's good to put a bit of habitat in, especially when it has such beautiful colours as this winter tree just starting to bud up. Kererū/ wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae), rocking those golden browns and forest greens."

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1193 days ago

Pet of the Day; Meet Rango

Reporter Community News

Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1196 days ago

Pet of the Day. Meet Leela

Reporter Community News

Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1194 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1192 days ago

Need a help getting through lockdown

Ravi from Kingston

STARTING FROM TONIGHT - Stretch, Breathe & Meditate ; learn an easy to use sequence to slip a meditation practice into daily life.

It can be really hard for us to take our minds off the stress of the COVID pandemic and lockdowns. Many people around the world are finding relief from taking … View more
STARTING FROM TONIGHT - Stretch, Breathe & Meditate ; learn an easy to use sequence to slip a meditation practice into daily life.

It can be really hard for us to take our minds off the stress of the COVID pandemic and lockdowns. Many people around the world are finding relief from taking time to breath and meditate.

Join our qualified Breathwork and Meditation Facilitators of The Art of Living Foundation daily 7-7:30pm.


These sessions are FREE You only need to register once on: bit.ly... and the online Zoom link will be sent to you via email. #NZmeditatesthroughlockdown

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1194 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet (Benjamn Button) aka Peepo

Reporter Community News

Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A … View more
Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A couple weeks ago we adopted Benjamin Button, now called Peepo. He has been a delight and a half, to say the least, and has grown so big in such a small amount of time! Slowly, he has adjusted to his new home and is now a superb older brother to his little sister, Namnam. The staff at the SPCA were super helpful throughout the entire adoption process, even giving us tips on how to introduce our new kittens. Suffice to say they are now best buddies."

1196 days ago

Shine a light on your favourite picture

Reporter Community News

Lock-down can be a little boring so to keep amused I am asking you to post an interesting or favourite picture.
Mine is the Baring Head lighthouse near Wellington.
It is a rugged and beautiful spot, and the light was just right for this picture.
Post a picture and tell us a little bit about it.

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1193 days ago

You want to enjoy your deck all summer long?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Either it is repanelling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it. From design to completion. Be relieved and insured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate and give us a call… View more
Either it is repanelling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it. From design to completion. Be relieved and insured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining. Don’t hesitate and give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.

1194 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1194 days ago

Wellington Free Ambulance needs your support

Reporter Community News

Covid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region… View moreCovid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region and if 85,.000 text ONESIE to 3181 to donate $3, that would be an incredible $255,000, the cost of a new ambulance. You can also donate online at onesieday.co.nz

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