Kaiwharawhara, Wellington

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1544 days ago

MAC Boat 360 or sale on Trademe (Peka Peka pick up)

Allison from Wadestown

Anyone out there after a fantastic Mac boat only been out a few times (Kapiti pick up)
Trademe ad below
www.trademe.co.nz...

Price: $6,000

1544 days ago
1545 days ago

How can we better celebrate the Pulse?

Reporter Community News

In all the fuss over Covid-19, it has largely been forgotten that the Pulse recently won the ANZ Premiership Grand Final.
Having won the title two years running, they are Wellington's most successful sporting team.
What can we do to better recognise their success?

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1544 days ago

Experienced pet carer and house sitter available

Caitlin from Wadestown

Hey neighbours,
With domestic travel resuming, the school holidays approaching and people starting to plan for the longer break over summer, thought I would write a quick message to say I'm on the lookout for pet care and housesitting opportunities.

My name is Caitlin and I have been caring … View more
Hey neighbours,
With domestic travel resuming, the school holidays approaching and people starting to plan for the longer break over summer, thought I would write a quick message to say I'm on the lookout for pet care and housesitting opportunities.

My name is Caitlin and I have been caring for other people's pets for a total of over 10 years now. I have a full driver's license and my own car so getting to different areas around Wellington is not a problem. I work in the central city during the week but am happy to do once or twice daily visits, or stay at the house if you prefer. I can also give medications if needed and will care for your pets as though they are my own (sadly I haven't had my own since we lost our dear old cat in 2018).

Reasonable rates depending on needs and references available.

Contact info: easiest contact method is either a message on Neighbourly, an email to chearfield14@gmail.com or a txt message to 027 821 3969 (more likely to get ahold of me than a phone call though I will call back if requested).

:)

1546 days ago

Masks set to become the new normal for Wellingtonians

Reporter Community News

Experts are warning Wellingtonians they will be wearing masks until a vaccine for Covid-19 is found.

Wellingtonians appear to have quickly got used to wearing masks on trains and buses.

Physics professor Shaun Hendy says we should expect masks to become part of daily life.

What has been your … View more
Experts are warning Wellingtonians they will be wearing masks until a vaccine for Covid-19 is found.

Wellingtonians appear to have quickly got used to wearing masks on trains and buses.

Physics professor Shaun Hendy says we should expect masks to become part of daily life.

What has been your experience with wearing a mask?

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1544 days ago

All new Jeep Gladiator Landing at Gazley

The Team from Gazley

This all new precision-crafted truck is packed with intuitive technology and authentic Jeep® cues to ensures you ride in style.

Gladiator Rubicon is the most capable Jeep® truck ever thanks to a combination of impressive equipment like front and rear Tru-Lok® locking differentials, branded … View more
This all new precision-crafted truck is packed with intuitive technology and authentic Jeep® cues to ensures you ride in style.

Gladiator Rubicon is the most capable Jeep® truck ever thanks to a combination of impressive equipment like front and rear Tru-Lok® locking differentials, branded FOX shocks and a forward-facing TrailCam Off-Road Cameras and more. With nothing else like it on the market you need to get into Gazley Jeep to witness this beast in the flesh.
Find out more

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1546 days ago

Has the nurses' strike had any impact on you?

Reporter Community News

More than 3000 primary care nurses are on strike today. We are looking for feedback on the impact it has has had on the community.
If you have not been able to pick up your prescription or have had an appointment cancelled we would like to hear from you.

Contact Matt Tso on 027 563 9487 or by … View more
More than 3000 primary care nurses are on strike today. We are looking for feedback on the impact it has has had on the community.
If you have not been able to pick up your prescription or have had an appointment cancelled we would like to hear from you.

Contact Matt Tso on 027 563 9487 or by email matt.tso@stuff.co.nz

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1546 days ago

Bell's Track Working group.

Des from Ngaio

Attached is our latest update.
There is a working bee this Sunday meeting at the end of Awarua Street
10.30 am also each Tuesday meeting at 11 am Awarua Street Station.
We are looking for someone who can care for the matai trees up Bells Track. This would be about an hors work each month.
Ka Kite … View more
Attached is our latest update.
There is a working bee this Sunday meeting at the end of Awarua Street
10.30 am also each Tuesday meeting at 11 am Awarua Street Station.
We are looking for someone who can care for the matai trees up Bells Track. This would be about an hors work each month.
Ka Kite Ano
Des

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1547 days ago

Time to get Neighbourly

Reporter Community News

Nicholas Boyack here, I am the Stuff Neighbourly reporter for Wellington, Lower and Upper Hutt, Kāpiti, Hawke's Bay and Wairarapa.

Neighbourly is your tool to access local news, and as a way to keep in touch with those around you. I'm here to bring you the news closest to you, in a role… View more
Nicholas Boyack here, I am the Stuff Neighbourly reporter for Wellington, Lower and Upper Hutt, Kāpiti, Hawke's Bay and Wairarapa.

Neighbourly is your tool to access local news, and as a way to keep in touch with those around you. I'm here to bring you the news closest to you, in a role which will work like a community newspaper reporter. I worked for the Hutt News for two decades and had spells with the Wairarapa News, Wellingtonian and Dominion Post.

If you have any stories or interesting things happening in your suburb or area, please get in touch! Tips, insults and bribes can be sent on Neighbourly or to nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz.

If you see items posted about your area, please get involved and reply with your comments and thoughts on the issues at hand. I'm keen for robust discussion, and a bit of banter never goes amiss. It is a big area to cover and I hope to hear from you all. Thanks in advance and I look forward to chatting with you all!

- Nicholas 027 6420086

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1547 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

How are all the history buffs doing? Where do you think we are this week and what are your memories?

This should be easy!

As with last week's Way Back Wednesday, today's photograph comes courtesy of Graham Stewart and the Woolf Collection.

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1547 days ago

Mayor's safety funding flip-flop

Reporter Community News

After promising to support increased funding for a Courtenay Place safety initiative, Wellington Mayor Andy Foster did a U-turn when costs went up by $15,000.

The funding was for Take 10, a group that helps drunk people stay out of trouble.

On Sunday, Foster told Stuff he supported providing … View more
After promising to support increased funding for a Courtenay Place safety initiative, Wellington Mayor Andy Foster did a U-turn when costs went up by $15,000.

The funding was for Take 10, a group that helps drunk people stay out of trouble.

On Sunday, Foster told Stuff he supported providing funding. On Wednesday, however, he voted against it.

He said the proposed cost had risen by $15,000 to $95,000 and he was no longer prepared to support it.

His no vote was not enough to stop the funding, which the majority of councillors supported.

Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons, who chaired the grants committee, voted in favour of the increased funding.

“The extension of Take 10 to Friday nights is one step towards reducing alcohol-related harm and violence on Courtenay Place,” she said.

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1546 days ago

Poll: Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*

Resene

We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!

Find out more about each entry here. … View more
We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!

Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced...

Thanks for voting; your clever neighbours thank you!

Upcycling Award finalists *VOTES ARE OPEN!*
  • 8.1% 1. Plant Drawers (Lee Morris from Levin)
    8.1% Complete
  • 6.4% 2. Garden Fridge Box (Daniel Todd from Linton)
    6.4% Complete
  • 16.6% 3. Plastic Spool Racetrack (Helen McFetrish from Hei Hei/Hornby)
    16.6% Complete
  • 20.2% 4. Playhouse (Pete Knewstubb from Waikanae)
    20.2% Complete
  • 12% 5. Remu Wall Art (Richard Barnett from Huntsbury)
    12% Complete
  • 3.4% 6. Pink and Grey Desk (Fran Bellingham from Hataitai)
    3.4% Complete
  • 7.6% 7. Kid's Kitchen (Wendy van der Voort from Hoon Hay)
    7.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Plastic Knives, Forks & Spoons Bird (Edith Gibson from Mount Albert)
    25.5% Complete
2384 votes
1545 days ago

Do you know what to plant in the garden right now?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant … View moreIn this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant Hero. Plus go in the draw for Tui potato growing products and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate gardening pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1545 days ago

Make a desk organiser

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Messy desk, messy life, so they say. Even if you disagree with the sentiment, there’s something calming about having an organised desk that lets you concentrate on being productive on the work that matters.

Keep your desktop clutter free with this clever DIY desk organiser. This one uses a … View more
Messy desk, messy life, so they say. Even if you disagree with the sentiment, there’s something calming about having an organised desk that lets you concentrate on being productive on the work that matters.

Keep your desktop clutter free with this clever DIY desk organiser. This one uses a green/blue paint palette, but get creative with the Resene colours that you love.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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