Island Bay, Wellington

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1466 days ago

Kids should be heard

White Ribbon

Kids ask us for attention because they are learning how to navigate the world and build relationships - they need to be able to speak and be listened to so they can learn and grow. Challenge the #outdated rules - it’s time to shake off the old and reveal the new. Find out more

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1467 days ago

Are you after new plants for your garden?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Are you looking to add extra colors to your garden, or perhaps some more structure? Local gardening company Price Smart has its own nursery, giving you access to a good range of native and evergreen plants for less than the standard industry price.
For inquiries about products and services Give … View more
Are you looking to add extra colors to your garden, or perhaps some more structure? Local gardening company Price Smart has its own nursery, giving you access to a good range of native and evergreen plants for less than the standard industry price.
For inquiries about products and services Give us a call at 027 2521 771 or email us at info@pricesmart.co.nz.

1467 days ago

Pet of the Day: Phoenix

Reporter Community News

This weeks Pet of the Day is 10 month-old Phoenix, enjoying a Wellington bush walk with Priyal Patel
The Pet of the Day will no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday. If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with… View more
This weeks Pet of the Day is 10 month-old Phoenix, enjoying a Wellington bush walk with Priyal Patel
The Pet of the Day will no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday. If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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1468 days ago

No Gremlins, as Gremlin becomes Van

Reporter Community News

Gremlin has made an incredible transformation. Earlier this year he was picked up by the Wellington SPCA with severe ringworm, which made all his hair fall out, and left his skin itchy and raw.
Gremlin’s condition had been untreated for some time so a treatment plan was put in place to help … View more
Gremlin has made an incredible transformation. Earlier this year he was picked up by the Wellington SPCA with severe ringworm, which made all his hair fall out, and left his skin itchy and raw.
Gremlin’s condition had been untreated for some time so a treatment plan was put in place to help Gremlin heal and ease his pain.
After weeks in hospital and in the isolation unit, and months in foster care, Gremlin is a completely different kitten!
He has now found his forever family who have renamed him Van.
It is short for the word Vanir – the Norse word for magician - in recognition of the transformation he has made

1467 days ago

Ten Dollar Tickets

Orchestra Wellington

Just $10 for a child ticket and $15 for an adult, please join us at our Christmas Singalong. Featuring a beautiful Samoan choir, Christmas classics and a special mystery guest, this promises to be a delightful day out for all ages.
We’ll also have bouncy castles and face paints before the show … View more
Just $10 for a child ticket and $15 for an adult, please join us at our Christmas Singalong. Featuring a beautiful Samoan choir, Christmas classics and a special mystery guest, this promises to be a delightful day out for all ages.
We’ll also have bouncy castles and face paints before the show for the little ones.

Sunday 13 December 2.30pm at the Michael Fowler Centre. Pre-concert entertainment from 1.30pm in the Renouf Foyer.
Buy tickets now

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1468 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Reporter Community News

Our Feathered Friend this week is the red-crowned parakeet/kākāriki.
The photos are from Rosa Marie who took her camera to Zealandia to see one only of the only mainland populations in New Zealand.
Although they are widely distributed throughout the New Zealand region, and are very common on … View more
Our Feathered Friend this week is the red-crowned parakeet/kākāriki.
The photos are from Rosa Marie who took her camera to Zealandia to see one only of the only mainland populations in New Zealand.
Although they are widely distributed throughout the New Zealand region, and are very common on some islands, they are almost entirely absent from the two main islands.
One exception is Wellington, where birds from Zealandia and Matiu/Somes Islands are occasionally seen in suburban gardens.

1470 days ago

Huge rates increase for Wellington

Reporter Community News

Wellingtonians are facing a massive increase in rates. Increasing costs have forced the council to look at a 23 per cent increase.
Mayor Andy Foster recently said the forecast increase looked “horrific”, and was likely to be more than 15 per cent. That would be the largest increase for … View more
Wellingtonians are facing a massive increase in rates. Increasing costs have forced the council to look at a 23 per cent increase.
Mayor Andy Foster recently said the forecast increase looked “horrific”, and was likely to be more than 15 per cent. That would be the largest increase for residential ratepayers since 1995-96, when rates went up 16 per cent.
The increase has been attributed to the loss of income due to the Covid lockdown, the cost of replacing infrastructure, the library upgrade and Let's Get Wellington Moving.

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1468 days ago

Powercut

Komal from Melrose

Morning!
Power outage apparently till 8:30. Affecting Newtown, Melrose, Houghton Valley, Newtown.

1469 days ago

Poll: Should masks be compulsory on public transport in Wellington?

Reporter Community News

The first morning of mandatory masks on public transport across Auckland is going well, with Auckland Transport saying over 90 per cent of commuters are being compliant.
The government has said that it will consider making compulsory mask use more widespread.

Please put NFP if you do not want your… View more
The first morning of mandatory masks on public transport across Auckland is going well, with Auckland Transport saying over 90 per cent of commuters are being compliant.
The government has said that it will consider making compulsory mask use more widespread.

Please put NFP if you do not want your comment used by Stuff.

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Should masks be compulsory on public transport in Wellington?
  • 76.1% Yes
    76.1% Complete
  • 23.9% No
    23.9% Complete
180 votes
1469 days ago

Work off Christmas dinner in 23,573 easy steps

Smiths City

As we head into the eating season, you might want to think about tracking your fitness. Check out our range of wearable tech, from FitBit, Huawei and Samsung, in-store or online today. smithscity.co.nz – keeping Xmas honest. Visit us online

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1472 days ago

Why they voted for Shelly Bay

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If you want to know why three councillors changed their vote on Shelly Bay click on READ MORE

1471 days ago

Poll: Do you feel safe in Wellington City?

Reporter Community News

An extra 50 to 60 police officers have been committed to patrolling “high risk” locations in Wellington, in a bid to reduce crime and disorder.
Operation Mahi Ngatahi, which began yesterday, will see up to 20 officers walking the central city streets every day from 10am to 8pm until the end of … View more
An extra 50 to 60 police officers have been committed to patrolling “high risk” locations in Wellington, in a bid to reduce crime and disorder.
Operation Mahi Ngatahi, which began yesterday, will see up to 20 officers walking the central city streets every day from 10am to 8pm until the end of January.
They will target Te Aro Park, Cuba, Manners, Willis and Wakefield streets, Courtenay Pl, Lambton Quay, The Terrace and the railway station.
The officers will focus on shoplifting, car theft, anti-social behaviour, volume crime, violence, homelessness, alcohol consumption and sexual assault.

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Do you feel safe in Wellington City?
  • 62.9% Yes
    62.9% Complete
  • 37.1% No
    37.1% Complete
124 votes
1471 days ago

Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

We would love to hear what you think about the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept.

Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much-needed housing.

Visit the website for more … View more
We would love to hear what you think about the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept.

Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much-needed housing.

Visit the website for more information and provide feedback:

wellington.govt.nz...

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1471 days ago

Mary Potter Strawberry Festival

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, please remember the Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival will go ahead tomorrow (Wednesday) - rain or shine! Midland Park from 9am onwards.
The hospice has to raise $7 million annually from events like this.
Remember you can pre-order five or more sundaes for $6 each on … View more
Hi Neighbourly folk, please remember the Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival will go ahead tomorrow (Wednesday) - rain or shine! Midland Park from 9am onwards.
The hospice has to raise $7 million annually from events like this.
Remember you can pre-order five or more sundaes for $6 each on their website for pick-up at Midland Park or free delivery within Wellington CBD. Pre-orders close at 5pm today!
Pre-order here: marypotter.org.nz...

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1471 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords maths and English tuition.

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

NumberWorks'nWords can help by identifying gaps, explaining your child’s learning style, and providing you with recommendations.

Get in touch to learn how tutoring with NumberWorks'nWords can help your child

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