Ngaio, Wellington

Which of these is New Zealand's Loveliest Letterbox?

Resene

Thank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene … View moreThank you New Zealand! We had hundreds of wonderful entries for the very first Resene Loveliest Letterbox competition...but we now need your help to decide our four winners.

Four wonderful neighbours who submitted these entries will win a $500 prize - a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene voucher - and so will the owner of the letterbox! Please help us decide our winners.

Tell is which letterbox is your favourite. CLICK HERE to vote now! Vote now

#FLOODUPDATE

The Team from Wellington Water

Thanks to those who have reported issues as a result of the flooding from this morning’s downpour – it helps our team respond and resolve faster.

Our team will continue monitoring and resolving any issues that arise – so please get in touch with us or your council if you have any issues.

… View moreThanks to those who have reported issues as a result of the flooding from this morning’s downpour – it helps our team respond and resolve faster.

Our team will continue monitoring and resolving any issues that arise – so please get in touch with us or your council if you have any issues.

Please remember to avoid swimming for up to 48 hours following flooding as per recommendations from Regional Public Health.

Today’s wet weather is also a timely reminder as we head towards the winter months, to check and clear your gutters and drains, as blockages here can cause major issues.

Car parking for Westpac Stadium

Alison from Khandallah

Want to park close to the stadium?
Consider helping Wellington Girls with fundraising.
WGC Murphy St entrance, between the pool and The Chippery.

How to pack a self storage unit

Kiwi Self Storage - Newlands

Are you getting the most out of your storage unit? It is surprising how many people pack their belongings into storage without any sort of plan as to how they will find items later, or even accessing items while still in storage.

Small ice pack wanted

Hayden from Johnsonville

Hi everyone,
I'm just wondering if anyone has a small ice pack spare I could have?
Many thanks Hayden.

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Roads turn to rivers in Wellington - how has the rain affected you?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Heavy rain is causing flooding across Wellington with roads turning into rivers of rock.

Wellington City Council spokesperson Richard MacLean said they had received "multiple calls" since 8.30am of surface flooding from across the city and urged motorists and pedestrians to take care.… View moreHeavy rain is causing flooding across Wellington with roads turning into rivers of rock.

Wellington City Council spokesperson Richard MacLean said they had received "multiple calls" since 8.30am of surface flooding from across the city and urged motorists and pedestrians to take care.

Area: Wellington
Valid: 9 hours from 9:00am to 6:00pm Friday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulation may approach short duration warning criteria, eg 50mm in a 6 hour period.

Heavy rain

The Team from Wellington Water

Following this morning’s heavy rain, we urge residents to take care with rain causing flooding at a number of locations around the region – particularly in the Wellington CBD. We have crews out monitoring and fixing any issues that may arise.

If you experience any issues as a result of the … View moreFollowing this morning’s heavy rain, we urge residents to take care with rain causing flooding at a number of locations around the region – particularly in the Wellington CBD. We have crews out monitoring and fixing any issues that may arise.

If you experience any issues as a result of the heavy rain or have any flooding on your property – please get in touch with your council, or let us know.

Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Movin'March got off to a great start at Lyall Bay School, with nearly 400 students turning up in fancy dress, decorated scooters, bikes, hoverboards, roller blades, even jet packs!

With competitions, spot prizes, and all sorts of fun, we're all looking forward to all of the wonderful … View moreMovin'March got off to a great start at Lyall Bay School, with nearly 400 students turning up in fancy dress, decorated scooters, bikes, hoverboards, roller blades, even jet packs!

With competitions, spot prizes, and all sorts of fun, we're all looking forward to all of the wonderful wheelin' that'll be happening throughout March and beyond ✨🚴