Mount Cook, Wellington

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1581 days ago

Favourite discoveries on NZ travels

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small … View more
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your discoveries on your recent travels around New Zealand. Were there any small towns, activities or attractions that surprised you, for better or for worse? Did you come across any lesser-know spots you think more Kiwis should check out? Which small towns do you think deserve more visitors than they get? Please remember your comment may be included in an article unless you state that you don't want it to be. Cheers.

1571 days ago

A very special offer for NZ businesses…

Neighbourly.co.nz

We know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.

So, we’d love to offer you something special, to say thanks for being an important part of your community.

We’re offering you a Premium Business Listing… View more
We know things are still pretty tough for some small businesses right now, but it’s more important than ever for you to stay present.

So, we’d love to offer you something special, to say thanks for being an important part of your community.

We’re offering you a Premium Business Listing for 12 months for just $249+gst. Usually $399+gst.

Grab a 12-month Premium Business subscription now.

A few great benefits of a Premium Business Listing are;

● Posting to the newsfeed of your home neighbourhood and nearby neighbourhoods about your products or services and how you can help your neighbours
● Top positions in the business directory
● Scheduling future posts, great way to save time!
● Premium location on the featured business carousel

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1572 days ago

Toddler ride on to give away

Kate from Brooklyn

A bit weather beaten but still works well :)

Free

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1572 days ago

Bowel Cancer – You’re never too young

Bowel Cancer

Bowel cancer can strike at any age. Each year about 3,000 New Zealanders are diagnosed with the disease and more than 1,200 will die. That’s as many as breast and prostate cancer combined. But it is treatable – and beatable – if detected early enough. Check your symptoms

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1573 days ago

Chinese Vegetables

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Dear Neighbours,
After having our fridge repaired, we restart offering fresh vegetables, mainly Chinese ones, such Chinese cabbage, radish, chives, etc.
Please come and check them.
Happy shopping with us!

1573 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Saturday (Greenwich Mean Time) of each month.
For August it is 8.00 am on Sunday 16th (NZ time).
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

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1573 days ago

A warm welcome to Gazley!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We're excited to announce a new Wellington partnership with the wonderful team at Gazley - our very first Automotive partners!

Meet some of the fantastic Gazley Team who will be sharing their expertise in all things automotive. They've also got amazing 'support local' … View more
We're excited to announce a new Wellington partnership with the wonderful team at Gazley - our very first Automotive partners!

Meet some of the fantastic Gazley Team who will be sharing their expertise in all things automotive. They've also got amazing 'support local' campaigns running at the moment.

Let's give them a warm neighbourly welcome and stay posted for more of their content!
Visit us online

1574 days ago

Meeting Tuesday 11th August at St Mathews Church, 92 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn at 7.30pm

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this coming Tuesday the 11th of August, at St Mathews Church on Washington Ave at 7.30pm).

Find attached our:Agenda for the meeting. And coming over the weekend will be the Draft minutes from our last meeting. We hope to see you there.

Yours … View more
Hello,

You are cordially invited to the next (this coming Tuesday the 11th of August, at St Mathews Church on Washington Ave at 7.30pm).

Find attached our:Agenda for the meeting. And coming over the weekend will be the Draft minutes from our last meeting. We hope to see you there.

Yours sincerely,
Carl Savage
Secretary GBRAI
0272808934
for and on behalf of
*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)*

Tuesday 11 August 2020, 7.30pm

Future meetings at St Mathews Church, 96 Washington Ave, Brooklyn

# General Election Candidates meeting Tuesday 25 August
# Tuesday 20 October

2021 dates:
#Tuesday 2nd February (provisionally to be confirmed)
#Tuesday 16th March
# Tuesday 18 May
# AGM 15 June

AGENDA

1. Minutes of last meeting & matters arising
a. moved; seconded:

2. Finance $1,886.52 (as at 07/08/2020)

3. Correspondence inwards & Outwards
a. Support for Paul Gardiners submission to WCC on stopping trucks using engine braking on Brooklyn Road/Brooklyn hill

4. Business
(a) Ohiro Road / Cleveland Street / Todman Street intersection discussions continued
(b) Prince of Wales water reservoir – excavations commence late 2020
(c) T & T landfill clearance of a ridgeline and hillside
(d) Update on the Kingston bus hub and speed cushions (as opposed to judder bars)
(e) seeking another volunteer to advocate specifically for Kingston
(f) seeking another volunteer to participate in WCC landfill liaison group meeting
(g) Harrison Street Council housing update
(h) Brooklyn School re-development – completion in late October?
(i) Other business

1574 days ago

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

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow… View more
This week’s issue we say there should be a parsley plant near every kitchen door. It’s time to harvest sprouting broccoli, compile your spring seed list, sow Florence fennel, choose tomatoes wisely and check germinating seedlings every day.

Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and make a feeding station for native birds. Plus go in the draw for strawberry packs from Tui and copies of NZ Gardener’s August issue.

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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1584 days ago

Wellington in 3 words

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Thank you to everyone who participated!
Are you a professional aged 25 - 45 living in Wellington? Then we want to hear from you!
What are the 3 words that pop into your mind when you think of Wellington?
We are creating a snapshot of Wellington to help with our future decision making. Don't… View more
Thank you to everyone who participated!
Are you a professional aged 25 - 45 living in Wellington? Then we want to hear from you!
What are the 3 words that pop into your mind when you think of Wellington?
We are creating a snapshot of Wellington to help with our future decision making. Don't hold back! Leave your 3 words in the comments below.

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1574 days ago

Cemeteries Management Plan - 'Quick Poll' results

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

A big thank you to everyone who took part in our recent 'Quick Poll' asking: should plastic decorations be banned from the city’s cemeteries?
The results are now in - 58% of people answered yes, 39% answered no, and 3% were unsure.
You can read poll summary at: … View more
A big thank you to everyone who took part in our recent 'Quick Poll' asking: should plastic decorations be banned from the city’s cemeteries?
The results are now in - 58% of people answered yes, 39% answered no, and 3% were unsure.
You can read poll summary at: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz......
We’d like to stress that we aren’t contemplating an outright ban at this stage. Quick Polls are just one of the ways we are seeking your feedback.
Our formal consultation on a draft Cemeteries Management Plan will open later in the year.
Find out more at: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

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1584 days ago

Cemeteries Management Plan Review

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

As part of our Cemeteries Management Plan Review for Mākara, Karori and Tawa cemeteries, we’re looking at how grave sites should be maintained. Many people like to place tributes on the graves of their loved ones, but the decorations can blow away, creating rubbish and causing pollution.

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As part of our Cemeteries Management Plan Review for Mākara, Karori and Tawa cemeteries, we’re looking at how grave sites should be maintained. Many people like to place tributes on the graves of their loved ones, but the decorations can blow away, creating rubbish and causing pollution.

We'd like to do a quick poll: should plastic decorations be banned from the city’s cemeteries? Let us know what you think here: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

To share your suggestions about how best to manage graveside tributes and for more information, visit: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

Feedback closes at 5pm Friday 31 July 2020. Your feedback will help us to prepare a draft plan, which will go out for formal consultation later this year.

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1574 days ago

Brighten your walls with this creative project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Put your own spin on a current wall art trend by painting designs on woven plates!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1574 days ago

Visit Chilton this August

Chilton St James School

Discover what it means to be a Chilton girl:

-Come and experience our culture
-Hear about what is on offer in sport, art and music.
-Investigate our learning from Preschool to Year 13
-Learn about Cambridge
-Talk to our wonderful girls
-Open your mind to new possibilities
-Note the date of… View more
Discover what it means to be a Chilton girl:

-Come and experience our culture
-Hear about what is on offer in sport, art and music.
-Investigate our learning from Preschool to Year 13
-Learn about Cambridge
-Talk to our wonderful girls
-Open your mind to new possibilities
-Note the date of our Open Days now.
Register now

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