Ngaio, Wellington

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

827 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, what's that bird that looks like an almost ripe avocado with a beak."

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826 days ago

Free fridge

Aimée from Ngaio

Not sure if this came through before. Free fridge, Fisher Paykel Milano, 1690x640x640 in reasonable condition. Front spray painted black. Fridge and vege bin work fine, the freezer compartment tends to ice up and needs cleaning every couple of weeks. Pick up as soon as poss. We have steps but can … View moreNot sure if this came through before. Free fridge, Fisher Paykel Milano, 1690x640x640 in reasonable condition. Front spray painted black. Fridge and vege bin work fine, the freezer compartment tends to ice up and needs cleaning every couple of weeks. Pick up as soon as poss. We have steps but can get it down to street level for you. Best to text me 021 149 5257. We’re in Ngaio.

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826 days ago
826 days ago

GOLDEN HOURS - COME AND SAY HELLO

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Seniors' drop-in for morning tea and a chat at the brand new Te Pokapū Hapori - Y Central venue on Manners Street. The venue will be reserved for seniors and Age Concern Wellington Region staff Tuesday morning - come and chat to staff and others, and enjoy some muffins!

When: Tuesday, … View more
Seniors' drop-in for morning tea and a chat at the brand new Te Pokapū Hapori - Y Central venue on Manners Street. The venue will be reserved for seniors and Age Concern Wellington Region staff Tuesday morning - come and chat to staff and others, and enjoy some muffins!

When: Tuesday, August 16, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Where: Y Central, 107 Manners Street, Wellington

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826 days ago

Ngaio is about to get a Repair Café!

Ian from Crofton Downs

A Repair Café, staffed by volunteers, is a place to take a broken household item with the hope than it can be fixed, and have a coffee and a chat while you are there.A Repair Café can cope with: a garment that needs an elbow patch; a kettle that needs a handle refastened; a soft toy that needs … View moreA Repair Café, staffed by volunteers, is a place to take a broken household item with the hope than it can be fixed, and have a coffee and a chat while you are there.A Repair Café can cope with: a garment that needs an elbow patch; a kettle that needs a handle refastened; a soft toy that needs stitching, a pottery teapot needing a spout glued; a stool with a wobbly leg; a toaster with a loose cord.

Save it from the tip! Reduce emissions.

Ngaio Repair Café will be run by Ngaio Union Church in the church building on the corner of Kenya Street and Crofton Road. The church is looking for volunteer repairers. We have a few of our own members but we need more people who can sew, who can sharpen knives and scissors, who can do general household fixing and who can handle minor electrical repairs. A retired electrician maybe?

If you can help please phone or email John McInnes, the Repair Café Coordinator. 479-5710, 027 348 2515, john4kenya@gmail.com

Ngaio Repair Café plans to open Saturday 15 October and on third Saturdays in subsequent months with a break for summer. Full details will be shown on all social media closer to the opening date. □

827 days ago

Wadestown WCC Meet the Candidates 2022

Greg Hyland from Highland Park Residents Association (HPPA)

When: Tues 6 Sept. 7-9pm.
Where: St Lukes Church hall at 34 Pitt St, Wadestown.
Who: WCC Mayoral and Council candidates.

Hosted by Wadestown and Highland Park Residents Assn's.
Contact email - hppawgtn@gmail.com

Note: GWRC candidates will not be included at this event due to large … View more
When: Tues 6 Sept. 7-9pm.
Where: St Lukes Church hall at 34 Pitt St, Wadestown.
Who: WCC Mayoral and Council candidates.

Hosted by Wadestown and Highland Park Residents Assn's.
Contact email - hppawgtn@gmail.com

Note: GWRC candidates will not be included at this event due to large numbers of WCC candidates this year.

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Plenty of other meetings in following days if you are already busy that night.

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827 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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827 days ago

International Youth Day

NumberWorks'nWords Johnsonville

International Youth Day is celebrated each year on the 12th of August, to bring attention to youth issues and celebrate their potential.

The theme of International Youth Day in 2022 is “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health", focusing on the issues, … View more
International Youth Day is celebrated each year on the 12th of August, to bring attention to youth issues and celebrate their potential.

The theme of International Youth Day in 2022 is “Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health", focusing on the issues, and highlighting that no effort could be successful without the participation of youth. With the support of young people, world leaders can achieve their targets.

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827 days ago
827 days ago

Your whole retirement is our consideration

With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View more
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.

We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Find out more

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832 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Button

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Meet Button.

"Hey, I'm Button. I am a very handsome and lovable boy. I am a huge love bug and absolutely adore everyone that I meet. I would love to go to my new home where there is someone around for most parts of the day as I thrive on companionship and don't really like being by … View more
Meet Button.

"Hey, I'm Button. I am a very handsome and lovable boy. I am a huge love bug and absolutely adore everyone that I meet. I would love to go to my new home where there is someone around for most parts of the day as I thrive on companionship and don't really like being by myself. I love playing with my toys and chasing them around my room. I would be okay going to a home with young children as they will be able to play with me, but they should know when to give me time and space to myself when I need it, and of course to be respectful of me. I would also be okay going to a home with another cat as I also really love feline companionship just as much as my humans. I would also be okay going to a home that has a calm and cat friendly dog. I do have a medical waiver that my new family will need to be made aware of but we can chat about this when you meet me."

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828 days ago

Survey on the childrens playground within the Botanical gardenstanical ga

Rachel Neighbourly Lead from Wilton

Hi all, I regularly walk past the children's playground on my way to work. I noticed there is a notice about a survey about the playground which closes on Monday the 15th of August. I would like people to be aware about it even though they would only periodically use this and mainly during the… View moreHi all, I regularly walk past the children's playground on my way to work. I noticed there is a notice about a survey about the playground which closes on Monday the 15th of August. I would like people to be aware about it even though they would only periodically use this and mainly during the sunnier/ warmer months.
www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz... then click on The Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā play area 'find out more' button.

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828 days ago

Down sizeing

Tekiri from Broadmeadows

Offers for yucca and grey sofa
0225119796

Negotiable

829 days ago

Did you start gardening in school?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

How many of you remember gardening in school? Hopefully, more students and teachers will be inspired by the great work being done at this amazing school.

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