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1472 days ago

Houses next to the railway tracks... noisy or convenient?

Reporter Homed

Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View more
Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?

If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!

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1472 days ago

Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second

Reporter Community News

Would you name your dog Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second, David Bowie or Joan of Bark?
Yes, there are dogs in Wellington with those names, not to mention Poppadom Banana Pants McGee and Amy Pineapples.
The most popular name in Wellington is Charlie and Labrador is the most popular … View more
Would you name your dog Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second, David Bowie or Joan of Bark?
Yes, there are dogs in Wellington with those names, not to mention Poppadom Banana Pants McGee and Amy Pineapples.
The most popular name in Wellington is Charlie and Labrador is the most popular breed.
What is the most unusual dog name you have come across?

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1472 days ago

Police seek sightings of missing 17-year-old

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm

A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been … View more
UPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm

A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been missing since Sunday afternoon.

What you need to know:
- Caley left a Judgeford property on December 13, driving northbound in a green Daihatsu Sirion registration EPQ566.
- She was wearing a light blue/grey hooded sweatshirt and black leggings.
- She is around 168cm tall, medium build and has long blond hair.

Members of the public who have seen Caley or have any other information about where she might be, can call Police on 105 quoting file number 201214/7520.

1472 days ago

Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Calling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while … View more
Calling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while protecting what makes it so special – your feedback is key to this.
Make sure you head online to wellington.govt.nz/te-kopahou, check out the draft plan and make a submission before 28 Feb.

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1472 days ago

Houses next to the railway tracks... noisy or convenient?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View more
Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.

What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?

If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!

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1472 days ago

Happy Holidays from New Vision Enterprises! 🎄🎁🎅

Stacy White from New Vision Enterprises Ltd.

Wishing you the Merriest of Holidays and a Safe & Happy 2021!

We will be taking a break over the holiday period, and will be closed between: Saturday 20th December, 2020 - Monday 5th January, 2021

Please note: We are available for Emergency services over the holidays. If you have any … View more
Wishing you the Merriest of Holidays and a Safe & Happy 2021!

We will be taking a break over the holiday period, and will be closed between: Saturday 20th December, 2020 - Monday 5th January, 2021

Please note: We are available for Emergency services over the holidays. If you have any emergencies over the holidays
give our office a call ( 04 479 4181). Our tradesmen are available for you should you need them.

#gas # #plumbing #heating #plumbingservices #plumbingservices #plumbinglife #drainage #homeimprovement #roofing #drains #cloggeddrains #supportlocal #nzowned #localbusiness #HappyHolidays #nveplumbing #nvegasfitting #nveroofing #nvedrainlaying #nvecentralheating #nverenovations

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1478 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

A colourful photo this week but where is it?

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1473 days ago

Cross Trainer

Shirley from Newlands

Selling on behalf of a friend who had a surgery recently. It is still a good condition. Send me a message if you are interested. I will give you her contact detail.

Price: $350

1473 days ago

LAUNDRY ROOM APPLIANCES: Install & Repair

Stacy White from New Vision Enterprises Ltd.

Did you know? NVE can install and repair laundry tubs/ utility sinks and washing machines. #WeCanDoThat The plumbing in your laundry can be tricky to get to, and our certified plumbers can help with that! NVE offers laundry plumbing service like laundry repairs, maintenance and installation. Give … View moreDid you know? NVE can install and repair laundry tubs/ utility sinks and washing machines. #WeCanDoThat The plumbing in your laundry can be tricky to get to, and our certified plumbers can help with that! NVE offers laundry plumbing service like laundry repairs, maintenance and installation. Give us a call! We're #HereToHelp
#HolidayPlumbing #WeCanDoThat #NZPlumbing #NVE #NVEPlumbing #SupportlLcal #NVEDrainage #NVEHeating #NVERoofing #NVESkylights #NZFamilyOwned #CustomerSatisfaction #NoLeaksForChristmas #PrepareForSanta #CleanLaundry #CleanClothesForChristmas

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1476 days ago

What is the best quote of the year?

Reporter Community News

Massey University's top 10 quotes of the year

“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how… View more
Massey University's top 10 quotes of the year

“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how people can tell whether she is joking or being serious
* “I am the orange face you can trust." – Orange-fronted parakeet requesting votes in Bird of the Year competition
* “There are no new cases of Covid-19 to report in New Zealand today.” – Dr Ashley Bloomfield at press conferences throughout the year
* “The Aussies can have Russell Crowe, but they can’t have our buzzy bee.” – Simon Beattie after The Crown shifted the New Zealand buzzy bee scene to Australia
* “Let it be known these tears are not for you.” – Sara Qasem speaking to the Christchurch Mosque gunman in her victim impact statement
* “I did a little dance.” – Jacinda Ardern when asked how she reacted when New Zealand had zero active cases of Covid-19 for the first time
* “You're on mute.” – Most New Zealanders on Zoom from March 2020 onwards
* “Put your jazz cabbage away people.” – Hilary Barry on referendum results showing New Zealanders voted against legalising cannabis
* “It really highlights how three-ply soft we've become as a species.” – psychology professor Marc Wilson on stockpiling toilet paper during lockdown

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1473 days ago

Free Shower Domes x 3

Amitava from Kaiwharawhara

If anyone is interested can come and pick up 3 Shower Domes for 1m showers for free. Need to go ASAP.


showerdome.co.nz...


All in very good conditions ... but needs cleaning with soap and water.


As you can see from the pictures, two can fit over 1m corner semicircular showers and one… View more
If anyone is interested can come and pick up 3 Shower Domes for 1m showers for free. Need to go ASAP.


showerdome.co.nz...


All in very good conditions ... but needs cleaning with soap and water.


As you can see from the pictures, two can fit over 1m corner semicircular showers and one over a rectangle shower.


Any handyman can install these ... very simple to install.

Free

1478 days ago

Open Homes: A necessary nightmare

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

So, I spent a weekend hitting the open homes and seeing what it's like to try to buy as a solo person. Folks, it's tough out there... As an older, single person, it's really tough. Take a look at how I found "the churn" and let me know how it compares to your experience.

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1476 days ago

Dairy owner chases man with gun

Reporter Community News

Don't mess with Paksha Mukesh Patel.​
The plucky Hastings dairy owner chased an armed robber out of her dairy after he demanded money.
Patel said she was a “little bit scared” during the ordeal, but wanted to protect what was hers.

1473 days ago

Bringing rōwī back to Wellington's coast by 2021

Reporter Community News

Kiwi will be back in Wellington within 12 months.
Capital Kiwi’s mission to restore a wild kiwi population to the west coast of Wellington is bang on schedule, with all 4400 traps now on the ground, and the kiwi release on track for the end of 2021.
The restoration of native bush in Makara, as … View more
Kiwi will be back in Wellington within 12 months.
Capital Kiwi’s mission to restore a wild kiwi population to the west coast of Wellington is bang on schedule, with all 4400 traps now on the ground, and the kiwi release on track for the end of 2021.
The restoration of native bush in Makara, as well as predator control efforts, have found a common goal in the return of the big brown kiwi, rōwī.
Before humans settled New Zealand, rōwī lived throughout the northern South Island and into the southern North Island, as far north as Hawke’s Bay.

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1477 days ago

A 30sqm home in the Wairarapa has sold for almost $600,000

Reporter Community News

Yes, the headline is right. A 30sqm home in the Wairarapa on a 447sqm section in Daniel St, Martinborough, sold at auction for $595,000.
Tremain Real Estate sales consultant Pete Sykes said the price was “up there”, given the size of the land and the building.
“It is a bit unusual but the … View more
Yes, the headline is right. A 30sqm home in the Wairarapa on a 447sqm section in Daniel St, Martinborough, sold at auction for $595,000.
Tremain Real Estate sales consultant Pete Sykes said the price was “up there”, given the size of the land and the building.
“It is a bit unusual but the market has been bit unusual since Covid.”
Do you think prices in the region have hit a peak yet or will prices continue to rise?

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