Ngaio, Wellington

Add a pop of colour to dinner time

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

Herringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out … View moreHerringbone is a look that will never go out of trend.

Apply the pattern to create these stylish placemats with Resene testpots, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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Safer Plates

Cheryl Austin from Wellington North Community Patrol

Don't forget to stop at the Churton Park New World car park this Saturday, 8 June, to have tamper proof screws put on your vehicle. These will deter thieves stealing these and using them for petrol drive offs with your number plate.

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Poll: Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

ACC data suggests that an increasing number of kids are injuring themselves on the sports field, with a 60% surge in sports-related injuries for kids aged 10 to 14 over the past decade.

Are some kids playing too much sport these days?

• Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
• Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
• No, it’s more important kids are active

Vote View Results

• 18.2% Yes, and they’re getting burnt out
  18.2% Complete
• 32.5% Unsure, every kid is different and it depends
  32.5% Complete
• 49.3% No, it’s more important kids are active
  49.3% Complete

1219 votes

The hunt is on for New Zealand's best collection of houseplants

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this month's magazine, we've got a special competition. We're looking for a houseplant hero! We're already seeing some amazing early bird entries, but perhaps your collection is even better? Let's see! Click through to find out how to enter.

Cleaning with the eye for detail, free spots available

Stefanie from Newlands

Hi Neighbours,

My Newlands based cleaning company has still a few free spots available, Mondays - Fridays.
If you are interested, please get in contact vie pm or email PrecisionHouseCare@gmail.com or even have a look to www.facebook.com...
Cheers, Stefanie

KEEP WARM

John from Wadestown

top of the range king-size electric blanket. Unused. Has dual controls each controlling not only heat levels but also time. heavy wool blanket base. Make a reasonable offer.

Negotiable

Fluffy Cardigan

Bonnie from Johnsonville

Really soft and fluffy cardigan. Size 10-12. Colour is a dusty pink. Can post at buyers expense.

Price: $20

Severe weather warning - strong winds expected

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A deepening low pressure system over the Tasman Sea is forecast to move southeast across the North Island during Wednesday, then move away to the southeast of New Zealand early Thursday.

Area: Wellington and Marlborough Sounds
Valid: 9 hours from 4:00pm Wednesday to 1:00am Thursday
Forecast: … View moreA deepening low pressure system over the Tasman Sea is forecast to move southeast across the North Island during Wednesday, then move away to the southeast of New Zealand early Thursday.

Area: Wellington and Marlborough Sounds
Valid: 9 hours from 4:00pm Wednesday to 1:00am Thursday
Forecast: Severe southerly gales gusting 120 km/h in exposed places.
Changes: Watch has been upgraded to a Warning.

Area: Wairarapa including the Tararua District
Valid: 11 hours from 2:00pm Wednesday to 1:00am Thursday
Forecast: Rain accumulation may approach Warning criteria.