Kaiwharawhara, Wellington

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

79 days ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 42.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    42.3% Complete
  • 57.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    57.1% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
2156 votes
71 days ago

Win this brand new home!

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in breathtaking Blenheim, Marlborough.

Valued at over $1 million, this home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area. It is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz
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72 days ago

Maintaining independence as we age

Malvina Major Retirement Village

As we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging … View moreAs we age, mobility and health issues can affect daily routines and independence. It’s natural to want to step in when a loved one faces challenges with tasks they once managed easily. However, instead of taking over completely, finding a balance that offers support while still encouraging independence is key.

Chris Sinclair, Ryman's Community Liaison Leader, shares helpful tips for families and caregivers on how to promote independence and support overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full article.

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74 days ago

Exterior Painting - Monolithic and Cedar Specialists

Fiona from Painters Inc. Ltd

We're quoting now for summer projects. If you have a monolithic or cedar home we are your specialist painters. Email info@paintersinc.co.nz or call 0800765137 and tell us about your project. Any jobs over $15,000 booked before 23 December will go in the draw to win $5000 back on the cost of … View moreWe're quoting now for summer projects. If you have a monolithic or cedar home we are your specialist painters. Email info@paintersinc.co.nz or call 0800765137 and tell us about your project. Any jobs over $15,000 booked before 23 December will go in the draw to win $5000 back on the cost of the job plus a voucher worth $250 to a Wellington restaurant of their choice. T's and C's apply.

75 days ago

Gone !Single bed frame

Yuki from Crofton Downs

$15 , pick up from Crofton Downs please
Contact if you interested,Yuki 02108367667

Negotiable

75 days ago

Toadstool table

Resene

It’s a lot of fun (and easy) to turn a terracotta plant pot and saucer into your very own toadstool table with Resene Poppy and Resene Alabaster paint.

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

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76 days ago

Help Us Reach Our $25k Goal

Plane Sense from Plane Sense

We’ve been featured in today’s Independent Herald highlighting our legal challenge against the current flight paths over northern Wellington suburbs. Help us raise $25,000 by the end of the year.

Read the article for more details and consider supporting our cause. Every contribution helps us… View more
We’ve been featured in today’s Independent Herald highlighting our legal challenge against the current flight paths over northern Wellington suburbs. Help us raise $25,000 by the end of the year.

Read the article for more details and consider supporting our cause. Every contribution helps us move closer to protecting the health and well-being of our community.

🔗 Donate and learn more: planesensewellington.com/donate

#PlaneSense #Fundraising #SupportLocal #CommunityAction #Wellington

76 days ago

Steady As You Go Falls Prevention Class for Seniors

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

We are taking calls of interest for our popular city venue SAYGO class on Thursday at 10am.
Call Ann on 04 499 6646 for more information.

76 days ago

Bush clearing Gardening tree work

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Want a fresh look in yard? Need a make over ?
Selling up! We can help
We can help - below is a section of bush being
Cleared for new fence text or call for a free quote
0272430951

79 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Malvina Major Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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78 days ago

Free Garden section quotes

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Would you like a free Garden section clean up quote ? Would you like them tidied up ?
Message me on 0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

78 days ago

Police ask for witnesses to come forward

The Team from Wellington District Police

A man has been charged in relation to an assault on Courtenay Place in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Emergency services were called to Courtenay Place outside the old Reading Cinema about 3.20am after a 21-year-old man was injured.
He was transported to hospital, where he remains in critical… View more
A man has been charged in relation to an assault on Courtenay Place in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Emergency services were called to Courtenay Place outside the old Reading Cinema about 3.20am after a 21-year-old man was injured.
He was transported to hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

A 29-year-old man has now been arrested in relation to this incident. He has been charged with wounding with reckless disregard, and is due to appear in Wellington District Court today.

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this assault, or who has any knowledge of it or of those involved.
In particular, we want to speak to two women who were sitting close by when the incident occurred, and who would have witnessed what happened.

If you have any information that could help our enquiries, please update us online now or call 105 and use the reference number 241006/5414.
Police have also opened an online portal where anyone who has any relevant video footage or images can upload their material.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers(link is external) on 0800 555 111.

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79 days ago

Resident Question - DMAPS Flight Path

Plane Sense from Plane Sense

✈️ We've received a question from a resident under the DMAPS flight path who used Flightradar and Webtrak to challenge the altitude data in Wellington Airport's consultation documents.

We can confirm (📸 see the pic in the comments) that flights have been recorded at altitudes … View more
✈️ We've received a question from a resident under the DMAPS flight path who used Flightradar and Webtrak to challenge the altitude data in Wellington Airport's consultation documents.

We can confirm (📸 see the pic in the comments) that flights have been recorded at altitudes below 3,000 feet over Khandallah and below 4,000 feet over Johnsonville.

The terrain in these areas varies significantly: 🌳 Khandallah is 880 feet, 🌄 Broadmeadows is 984 feet, 🏘️ Johnsonville is 495 feet, 🏞️ Horokiwi is 820 feet, 🌊 Korokoro is 135 feet, and 🏡 Newlands is 453 feet.

So, while the document doesn’t explicitly state it, flights are flying low and close to the suburbs under the current DMAPS flight path. 🌍 Sea level comparisons aren’t an accurate representation because the topography of our Wellington suburbs varies! 🌿

Find out more at planesensewellington.com

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80 days ago

✈ Understanding the DMAPS Changes ✈

Plane Sense from Plane Sense

We received this interesting question from a resident who has received the Wellington Airport consultation documents. To answer this question, here's what you should look out for:

🔎*Compare the old vs. new flight paths*:
*Page 7*: Old flight path
*Page 4*: New flight path (however, see… View more
We received this interesting question from a resident who has received the Wellington Airport consultation documents. To answer this question, here's what you should look out for:

🔎*Compare the old vs. new flight paths*:
*Page 7*: Old flight path
*Page 4*: New flight path (however, see more in the comments 👇)

🔎*Check page 2*: It mentions that pilots can request to deviate from the path, but 'occasionally deviating' is very different from being directly under the new path. Previously, lighter turboprop planes flew over, but now DMAPS concentrates jet engine aircraft over suburbs, causing a significant noise increase.

📊*Noise impact*:
*Old*: 54dB (prop planes) - this is what an Airways Report tells us.
*New*: Up to 80dB (jet engines) - actual noise captured by sound monitors in the suburbs (this isn't included in the consultation documentation). And remember, decibels increase exponentially like the Richter scale!

🚨Plus, unlike on the previous flight path, DMAPS means more frequent flights, with smaller gaps between them, and an increase in jet departures means higher noise levels for longer periods over the new path. That's why we're pushing for the DMAPS decision to be *reversed*, reverting to the old flight path - which isn't the same as sending all the jets over another suburb.

🤖Learn more about the bias in the consultation process, independently analysed by AI: 👉www.planesensewellington.com...

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80 days ago

Meal Prep containers

Nina from Crofton Downs

10 partitioned containers - used sparingly over the years so making space in the cupboard 😆

Free

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