Makara, Wellington

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1349 days ago

Treat Yourself <3 Kleen co. The Home Cleansing Experts

Tiffany Alderman from Kleen co.

HAPPY FRIDAY ! One-off Specials for Neighbours only. We're running this as a pre-website launch pre-celebration, once the website is live these prices will no longer exist. Book in to get your home KLEEN!

1-2 bedroom/1 bathroom $ 180
3/4 bedroom/ 1 bathroom $ 210
2-4 bedroom/ 1.5 bathrooms $ … View more
HAPPY FRIDAY ! One-off Specials for Neighbours only. We're running this as a pre-website launch pre-celebration, once the website is live these prices will no longer exist. Book in to get your home KLEEN!

1-2 bedroom/1 bathroom $ 180
3/4 bedroom/ 1 bathroom $ 210
2-4 bedroom/ 1.5 bathrooms $ 240
2-5 bedroom/ 2 bathrooms $ 300

Call Tiffany @Kleen co. 0220 445 610 or email hello@kleen.nz

1349 days ago

Indoor pot plant holder

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Make your own indoor planter and paint it in your favourite bold Resene colour to bring a bit of nature indoors to enjoy year round.

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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1351 days ago

Bonus Pet of the Day: Meet Boston

Reporter Community News

This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter … View more
This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter & Trish Scholes."

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 … View more

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1351 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Neighbourly folk, anyone got an idea where this is?

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1350 days ago

Only in English!

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Can you think of other words that do this?

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1361 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Simba

Reporter Community News

Hi there my name is Simba, I am a big ole handsome man looking for my forever home.
I am a little shy and will tolerate gentle pants so I would love a quiet, patient home with no children (teenagers may be fine) and no other animals.
I would love a home where I can potter around and toast myself in… View more
Hi there my name is Simba, I am a big ole handsome man looking for my forever home.
I am a little shy and will tolerate gentle pants so I would love a quiet, patient home with no children (teenagers may be fine) and no other animals.
I would love a home where I can potter around and toast myself in the sun. I do come with a medical waiver that my new owners would need to be aware of.
If you think you are the home for me please contact the Feline Team at SPCA’s Wellington Centre.

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1351 days ago

Market on the move this week

Reporter Community News

On Sunday 21 March, the Harbourside Market will be relocated to the Reading Cinemas outdoor carparks due to Homegrown being on. The market will be operating as usual, but just a few minutes away from its normal spot. Don't forget to check out the map before you head in for your fresh veges or … View moreOn Sunday 21 March, the Harbourside Market will be relocated to the Reading Cinemas outdoor carparks due to Homegrown being on. The market will be operating as usual, but just a few minutes away from its normal spot. Don't forget to check out the map before you head in for your fresh veges or treats.

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1350 days ago

Upcycling Awards is back for 2021!

Resene

Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us … View more
Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us your all, we want to see your creations! Check out some of last years' entires here.

Take part in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Learn more

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1352 days ago

Poll: Do you feel safe in Wellington City?

Reporter Community News

National list MP Nicola Willis does not feel safe walking through central Wellington as a result of an increase in social disorder and the presence of patched gang members.
Speaking to reporters at Parliament , Willis said she was concerned about the recent “explosion” in emergency housing in … View more
National list MP Nicola Willis does not feel safe walking through central Wellington as a result of an increase in social disorder and the presence of patched gang members.
Speaking to reporters at Parliament , Willis said she was concerned about the recent “explosion” in emergency housing in central Wellington, which had led to increased violence, threatening behaviour and intimidation on the capital’s streets.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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Do you feel safe in Wellington City?
  • 55.2% Yes
    55.2% Complete
  • 44.8% No
    44.8% Complete
183 votes
1351 days ago

Soft roof rack

Briar from Ngaio

We have been offered the use of a kayak & wondering if anyone has a soft roof rack to lend or sell to us?

Thank you!

1352 days ago

Sauerkraut and Fermented Veggies workshop @ Food Envy

Owner and Founder from Best Kept Health

We are back on the 27th March (next week!) with another fermentation and gut health workshop at our amazing new location Food Envy in Tennyson Street.

You will learn all about fermentation, why microbes are so awesome and how consuming fermented goodies can help you improve your gut and overall … View more
We are back on the 27th March (next week!) with another fermentation and gut health workshop at our amazing new location Food Envy in Tennyson Street.

You will learn all about fermentation, why microbes are so awesome and how consuming fermented goodies can help you improve your gut and overall health. You'll also be making your own kraut and fermenting other vegetables using different brine percentages.

There's still a couple of tickets available. Don't miss out! This classes are A LOT of fun :)

bestkepthealth.co...

1352 days ago

Local heroes, two women remove tonnes of rubbish

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What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of … View more
What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of the rubbish Lorraine Shaab​ and Noeline Angus​ have removed from a seal colony on the Wainuiomata Coast, near Wellington, over the past year.

1353 days ago

My Wellington: Swee Tan

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Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you … View more
Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you been a Wellingtonian?
I was here in 1992 when I was doing my training in plastic surgery. We lived here for one year and then went overseas to London, then Oxford and Boston, and then came back in 1995. I was born in Malaysia, and left in 1980. I went to Melbourne, where I studied, and then I went to Hamilton, Christchurch and Wellington. I resisted coming to Wellington because I went through Wellington in 1987 – it was a dead place, there was no restaurant open after 7pm.

Where is your favourite place to eat out?
We are very lucky to have good eating places. Yum cha at Dragons, for example, is one of our favourites. There are so many choices. Noble Rot is a very good place for dinner. If you are after brunch, Cafe Thyme next to the Twigland Garden Centre, which is my favourite garden centre. It’s between Johnsonville and Churton Park.

Where is the best coffee in Wellington?
You put me in a difficult position because in Wellington we have so many great places for coffee. Prefab is great, or Neo Cafe, and Revive in Petone. You can get good coffee anywhere really, but those are really great spot.

What’s an underrated attraction near you?
Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush is the only public botanical garden dedicated to native plants, and they are really nice: about 11 kilometres, with many bushes and gardens. We used to take our children there when they were younger. There is a stream there with eels, beautiful eels, an 800-year-old rimu tree and a nice canopy of trees. It is only five minutes away [from the city], it is right here on our doorstep.

What, in Wellington, can’t be beaten on a good day?
Walking along the waterfront with Maestro [Tan’s dog] along the path that takes you to Oriental Pde. It is such a beautiful place.

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1353 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Spike

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This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is … View more
This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is his mouse from the SPCA. He charges around the house with it in his mouth so it’s always near. The best thing we’ve enjoyed though is how the relationship between our dog Sadie and him has developed. Spike loves being near her, and always snuggles up next to her when he’s tired out from playing (as you can see from the photos!) Sadie is pretty smitten with him too. We all are. Thanks again for everything, Julia, Dave, Sadie and Spike."

1353 days ago

Cat survives being shot in face

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A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in … View more
A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in Wellington.
But the incident has left him deaf in one ear and the pupil in his left eye unable to contract.
Meanwhile, the SPCA is appealing to the public for help with its investigation into the shooting.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 0800 467 732 in confidence and quote reference 323422.

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