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1613 days ago

Batten down the hatches

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

We’re expecting the region to get a battering tonight with southerly winds of up to 120kmh forecast.
For people in the southern suburbs, don’t forget to use your wheelie bin clip, or avoid putting your recycling out if you can to prevent items being blown about.
And don’t forget, if … View more
We’re expecting the region to get a battering tonight with southerly winds of up to 120kmh forecast.
For people in the southern suburbs, don’t forget to use your wheelie bin clip, or avoid putting your recycling out if you can to prevent items being blown about.
And don’t forget, if you’ve got a backyard trampoline or anything else that could take flight, tie it down!
PS. wrap up warmly – it’s going to be good weather for polar bears!

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1614 days ago

Winter Discounts

Jake from Finch's Home & Garden Care

With such wet and rainy days upon us we are offering amazing rates on any indoor work, only $30p/h!!!

Could you do with a fresh coat of paint?
Have repairs around the house you don't have the time to get around to?
Do you owe your home a proper deep clean?

Also offering free no obligation … View more
With such wet and rainy days upon us we are offering amazing rates on any indoor work, only $30p/h!!!

Could you do with a fresh coat of paint?
Have repairs around the house you don't have the time to get around to?
Do you owe your home a proper deep clean?

Also offering free no obligation consultations for home and garden renovations!
Maybe you're just curious how much it might cost to fix up the bathroom or kitchen, or you're wondering how you could turn your garden into a summer paradise?

Limited time offer, so get in fast!!!

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1614 days ago

Severe weather warning

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Strong gales of up to 120km/h are expected to hit Wellington between 10pm tonight and 11am tomorrow morning.
Please drive safely and plan your journeys accordingly.
Keep up to date with the latest forecasts from MetService New Zealand at: www.metservice.com...

1614 days ago

Are you ready to get Upcycling?

Resene

The Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.

Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose … View more
The Resene Upcycling Awards are coming back this month, the third year in a row! Watch this space and get prepared for the announcement; there are great prizes up for grabs.

Upcycling is the term used for taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's for a new purpose altogether, or just to give it an ‘extreme makeover'. Consider using the school holidays to get Upcycling with the smaller members of your household - or use the next rainy day to drag out the paint and your creativity!

In the meantime, check out some of the creative cookies from last year.
Pick your paints

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1615 days ago

Plastic numbers 3,4,6,7 no longer accepted

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Due to a changing global market and a glut in low quality plastics, we will only be accepting plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5 in kerbside recycling, Public Place Recycling bins, and at the Recycle Centre from Monday 20 July.
For more information, please visit our website.
Wellington City Council will … View more
Due to a changing global market and a glut in low quality plastics, we will only be accepting plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5 in kerbside recycling, Public Place Recycling bins, and at the Recycle Centre from Monday 20 July.
For more information, please visit our website.
Wellington City Council will only accept plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5 in kerbside recycling, Public Place Recycling bins, and at the Recycle Centre from Monday 20 July.

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1614 days ago

Solid Air Launch Aotearoa

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Experience a literary launch of some of Aotearoa’s most vibrant performance poets, who are all featured in the ground-breaking new spoken word anthology, ‘Solid Air - Australia & New Zealand Spoken Word’.

Date: Friday 31 July 2020, 5:30pm to 8pm
Cost: Free event.
Location: Te Ahumairangi… View more
Experience a literary launch of some of Aotearoa’s most vibrant performance poets, who are all featured in the ground-breaking new spoken word anthology, ‘Solid Air - Australia & New Zealand Spoken Word’.

Date: Friday 31 July 2020, 5:30pm to 8pm
Cost: Free event.
Location: Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken St, Thorndon, Wellington. Experience a literary line-up

Celebrate the premiere NZ launch of the ground breaking ‘Solid Air: Australia & New Zealand Spoken Word’ anthology. You’re invited to experience a literary line-up launch of some of Aotearoa’s most vibrant poets and spoken word artists.

The event will be MC’d by Ariana Tikao and Michaela Keeble and will feature Solid Air contributors:

Anahera Gildea
Ben Brown
Jahra Wasasala
Te Kahu Rolleston
Jordan Hamel
Laniyuk Kuyinal
Laura Jean McKay

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1614 days ago

School Holidays Arts and Crafts at the National Library

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Looking for something to do during the cold, drizzly weather? Our craft tables will be full of fun activities for you and the whānau! Check out our other listings for specific activities during the school holidays.

Time: 9am - 5pm
Date: Monday to Friday 6 - 17 July 2020
Venue: National LIbrary … View more
Looking for something to do during the cold, drizzly weather? Our craft tables will be full of fun activities for you and the whānau! Check out our other listings for specific activities during the school holidays.

Time: 9am - 5pm
Date: Monday to Friday 6 - 17 July 2020
Venue: National LIbrary Cnr Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

During the school holidays, we will have our craft tables out and a bunch of activities available such as colouring in and quizzes. We’ve got a lots of other fun activities planned — check out our other event listings on our website for more information.

Our friends at Home Café will have a school holiday drink and snack deal so you can fill your tank while working on your creations!

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1614 days ago

On the frontline

The Team from Wellington Water

Rain or shine, our frontline crews are out there working. It’s all part of providing an essential service.
Here we have Water Serviceperson Whare in Ngaio at work on a leaking main. It’s hard to make him out under all that gear but to be fair, it was pretty wet and cold.
So to all our crews … View more
Rain or shine, our frontline crews are out there working. It’s all part of providing an essential service.
Here we have Water Serviceperson Whare in Ngaio at work on a leaking main. It’s hard to make him out under all that gear but to be fair, it was pretty wet and cold.
So to all our crews working on the frontline this winter, every day, in all kinds of weather, thanks for your hard work to keep our three waters flowing, our drinking water, stormwater and wastewater (including hot showers!). Your work is appreciated.

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1618 days ago

Motueka: New Zealand’s small-town doughnut capital

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you’re hungry, please step away from your phone or monitor. Would you try this cheeseburger doughnut? Read more about the small NZ team with some big doughnut dreams below.

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1614 days ago

Learn To Dance Rock'n'Roll

Danka from Wadestown

Beat the winter lockdown blues, have fun and learn something new, to old-school music - come and learn how some '50s rock'n'roll dance moves, with the Harbour City Rock'n'Roll Club. No experience or partner needed, though either are welcome! Six beginner lessons over six … View moreBeat the winter lockdown blues, have fun and learn something new, to old-school music - come and learn how some '50s rock'n'roll dance moves, with the Harbour City Rock'n'Roll Club. No experience or partner needed, though either are welcome! Six beginner lessons over six weeks, just $30 for the block course or $8 a week. What are you waiting for?

Lessons start Monday 6 July, 7-8pm, Northland Community Centre, 5 Woburn Rd, Northland

www.harbourcity.org.nz...

or to find out more email us at hcrnrclub@gmail.com

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1617 days ago

Tarmac Driveway

Rachelle from Crofton Downs

Hi Neighbours is anyone able to recommend someone who can lay tarmac? I’d like my driveway and a path doing. I’ve tried Builders Crack but companies must be so busy they don’t get back to you....
Thanks!

1615 days ago

Have you picked up a copy of our July issue yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Well, don't wait too long! This issue is packed with good reads and amazing offers from our friends and partners. We take a close look at urban farmer Freeman Farms, and visit an Auckland coastal garden that the owner waited three long decades to create as well as a Dunedin garden where … View moreWell, don't wait too long! This issue is packed with good reads and amazing offers from our friends and partners. We take a close look at urban farmer Freeman Farms, and visit an Auckland coastal garden that the owner waited three long decades to create as well as a Dunedin garden where they’ve grown flowers for nearly 50 years. We're still on the hunt for our Houseplant Hero, thanks to our friends at Yates and Kings Plant Barn. Nominations are now open for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year too! There’s a feature on walnut growers in NZ, highlights of new roses coming out this year and of course, details on how to get yourself $20 worth of free bulbs from NZ Bulbs.

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1615 days ago
1616 days ago

Tekapo Springs stargazing

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Imagine watching the Milky Way from an underwater hot spring hammock in the mountains. Read more on Stuff.co.nz by clicking the link below.

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