Ohariu, Wellington

1152 days ago

It's time to connect: Have your say

Wellington City Council

More changes are proposed on Evans Bay Parade, between Greta Point and Cobham Drive, to complete the route from Miramar to the city.

New walking and biking paths will tie in with the other paths in this area that are already proving popular and make it easier for more people to get around with … View more
More changes are proposed on Evans Bay Parade, between Greta Point and Cobham Drive, to complete the route from Miramar to the city.

New walking and biking paths will tie in with the other paths in this area that are already proving popular and make it easier for more people to get around with fewer trips by car. Other proposed changes will improve the look and feel of this area and create more space for people.

Feedback closes on 12 October.
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1153 days ago

Mirrou tops for free

Vandana from Churton Park

I bought these during my pregnancy, does not fit anymore. Used but in good condition as I used these only during certain phases of my pregnancy.
Green: XL
Blue: M
Black : M
Black + orange flower :M
Pick up only: Churton Park

Free

1153 days ago

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini GT-I9195 (free shipping within NZ)

Lily from Churton Park

Colour: Black Mist.
Excellent condition.
Comes with screen protector and black case.
Includes all the original accessories, packaging, and manual.
Been re-set to factory settings.
Price is negotiable o.n.o
Pick up is Churton Park

Price: $110

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1178 days ago

Wilson Barbecue's Hot Digital Tools

Digital Boost

Hi Wellington,

Being in Level 2 means we can now get out and support our local hospitality services. It’s been a challenging time for many in this sector so it’s vital for these businesses to remain nimble and flexible. Wilson Barbecue is a restaurant and food truck business in Johnsonville … View more
Hi Wellington,

Being in Level 2 means we can now get out and support our local hospitality services. It’s been a challenging time for many in this sector so it’s vital for these businesses to remain nimble and flexible. Wilson Barbecue is a restaurant and food truck business in Johnsonville that has employed a number of different digital strategies to keep growing. Gaining traction through social media with giveaways, influencers, and content - they’ve mastered the art of attracting customers online. As a small business, they’ve utilised a number of digital tools that are hospitality specific ensuring their business can operate smoothly in all areas. Check out their story here for their digital insight learnings.

Let’s keep grabbing a bite to eat or a cup of coffee to support our local hospitality businesses in Wellington!

The Team at Digital Boost

1156 days ago

Upskilll at any stage of your career

Competenz

Print specialist Tracy Reynolds had been working at NZ Post as a print operator for 13 years before she decided to embark on studying towards an NZ Diploma of Print Industry Management Level 5, a qualification she has now completed.

“I’m not the normal age student!” she laughs. “I knew … View more
Print specialist Tracy Reynolds had been working at NZ Post as a print operator for 13 years before she decided to embark on studying towards an NZ Diploma of Print Industry Management Level 5, a qualification she has now completed.

“I’m not the normal age student!” she laughs. “I knew it would be a lot of work, but I was assured that I would have plenty of support from the NZ Post team and I did feel I needed a challenge at the time. Given the current climate right now with COVID-19, I knew the qualification would be an advantage if I was to take another path within NZ Post.”

Tracy has just been named as the Diploma of Print Management Student of the Year at the recent national Pride in Print awards, an honour she says was “absolutely blown away” to receive.

Upskilling is for everyone - you don't need to be new to your industry to gain a qualification and advance in your career!
Tracy is a perfect example of this.

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1154 days ago

Win $4k worth of office gadgets!

The Team from Digital Boost

All set up tech-wise but not sure how to make the most of it? Head to Digital Boost to learn how digital technology can help get your business on the map Find out more

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1155 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Murphy (BA)

Reporter Community News

Marina and Jon Graham are very proud of Murphy.

"Just spotted a cat on Neighbourly and we decided to send you a couple of photos of our dog Murphy. He is a lab cross pointer and he is doing particularly well in countin...the numbers of his snacks   He’s been studying well combining with … View more
Marina and Jon Graham are very proud of Murphy.

"Just spotted a cat on Neighbourly and we decided to send you a couple of photos of our dog Murphy. He is a lab cross pointer and he is doing particularly well in countin...the numbers of his snacks   He’s been studying well combining with some leisure time, so managed to graduate our home university...Hope his academic highness will brighten someone’s day, like he  makes our life happier for more than seven years."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1155 days ago
1155 days ago

Spring into Tawa Festival for 2021 is cancelled

Tracey from Tawa

We are sad to announce that Spring into Tawa 2021, due to be held on Saturday 30 October, has been cancelled, due to ongoing uncertainty related to Covid-19.
With no certainty of when Wellington will return to Level 1, and in fact what Level 1 may look like in the future, we can not carry on … View more
We are sad to announce that Spring into Tawa 2021, due to be held on Saturday 30 October, has been cancelled, due to ongoing uncertainty related to Covid-19.
With no certainty of when Wellington will return to Level 1, and in fact what Level 1 may look like in the future, we can not carry on planning to hold this event. To say we are devastated would be an understatement – we are devastated for our community, our stallholders, our entertainers, our sponsors, our volunteers and everyone who looks forward to Spring into Tawa each year.

Postponement is also unfortunately not an option. Many of the key processes we have to implement each year have long lead times (e.g. the road closure is a 12 week process alone) and at this time of year we should be putting the finishing touches on this year’s event, before taking a short break and starting planning for next year's event in late January.

Spring into Tawa is a not for profit event. We rely on sponsorship and grants as well as stallholder fees to run this event each year and therefore we have had to make the decision before we incur too much cost. We feel it’s the responsible thing to do, meaning that hopefully funding we have received from charitable organisations and the Wellington City Council can be reallocated to other worthy causes.

We are also on a zero waste journey as an event – and the idea of printing signs, billboard skins, banners, posters and other collateral that would go to waste without use is not in line with our drive to reduce the impact of our event on the environment.

We thank all our stallholders, entertainers, supporters, volunteers, sponsors and friends for their patience as we’ve worked through this decision process. We pushed our decision out to this week hoping it would give us a chance to go ahead. However, the time has come to make a call and cancel the event.

We would especially like to thank our amazing sponsors – Tamsin Davidson One Agency Reality, Speedy Signs Wellington, The Borough, Digital Tree Design and Peak Audio. Without their amazing support, we would not have got as far with our planning for this year’s event as we did.

We thank you all for your support for our wonderful event. The small team of dedicated organisers loves bringing this event to you each year – and seeing our amazing community enjoy the great day out.

And as a silver lining for those as devastated as us tonight, we’ve confirmed Saturday 29 October as the date for Spring into Tawa 2022. Lock it in now – we can’t wait to bring Spring into Tawa back to you in 2022.

And in the meantime, the ONLY way to get live and events back to some sort of normal – whatever that looks like! – is for each of us individually, and collectively with our family, whanau, friends and community to stay on top of Covid-19 measures – and to get vaccinated! For official information on Aotearoa’s Covid 19 response, please visit covid19.govt.nz...

With our kindest regards, until we see you again

Spring into Tawa organising group
Stacey, Miranda, Peter, Damian, Tracey, Karen, Jan, Janryll and Joanna

1159 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A nice yarn and photo by Louise Thomas.
"I don’t mind admitting I cried a little when I saw my first kākā in the wild in Wellington. It was some years ago now, but at the time it seemed incredible to me that this bird I’d only ever seen in photos or in captivity was marauding about my … View more
A nice yarn and photo by Louise Thomas.
"I don’t mind admitting I cried a little when I saw my first kākā in the wild in Wellington. It was some years ago now, but at the time it seemed incredible to me that this bird I’d only ever seen in photos or in captivity was marauding about my home turf.
The experience was a little overwhelming – not for them mind you, they just carried on ripping the bark from a tree and looking at me from time to time with vague interest. Now of course we grumble about how destructive they are - but hey, it’s a parrot – it’s what they do.
Also, I’m pretty sure our native trees and shrubs have evolved with this guy, so can no doubt cope with having a few blossoms ripped off or bark stripped.
If I had a built-in can-opener I’d be tempted to try it out on a few things too. Kākā/brown parrot (Nestor meridionalis), Wellington Botanic Garden today. As an aside, the tulips are blooming and looking magnificent there at the moment if you get the chance."

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1156 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

We have released the first edition of our newly revamped Seniors newsletter, which you can read here: officeforseniors.govt.nz...

In this issue we catch up with a veteran fencer, delve into all things insurance and discuss a bit about our Digital Literacy programme, plus more.

1155 days ago

It's time to connect: Have your say

Wellington City Council

More changes are proposed on Evans Bay Parade, between Greta Point and Cobham Drive, to complete the route from Miramar to the city.

New walking and biking paths will tie in with the other paths in this area that are already proving popular and make it easier for more people to get around with … View more
More changes are proposed on Evans Bay Parade, between Greta Point and Cobham Drive, to complete the route from Miramar to the city.

New walking and biking paths will tie in with the other paths in this area that are already proving popular and make it easier for more people to get around with fewer trips by car. Other proposed changes will improve the look and feel of this area and create more space for people.

Feedback closes on 12 October.
Find out more

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1156 days ago

Spring garden open days

Carolyn from Tawa

Come and enjoy the beauty of several hundred tulips and spring flowers planted in colour coordinated groupings in many different garden styles.
34 St Johns Tce Tawa
Sat 9th Oct, Sun 10th Oct 10am until 3.30pm
Entry by donation please
Masks and Scan/sign in required

1156 days ago

Win a $10,000 shopping spree

Trudy from SoulyNZ

Shop in store with us from 1 – 31 October and be in to win a $10,000 shopping spree!
Find out more at: www.wellingtonnz.com...
Terms and conditions apply.

Come and shop with us to go in the draw:
SoulyNZ
Shop 4
The Plaza
210 Main Road
Tawa

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1156 days ago

Fijian Language Week

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

It's Fijian Language Week for 2021 Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti. This year’s theme is Noqu Vosa, Ai Vakadei ni Noqu Tiko Vinaka, which means my language provides stability to my wellbeing.

Due to COVID-19 Alert Levels Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti – Fijian Language Week will be celebrated online. … View more
It's Fijian Language Week for 2021 Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti. This year’s theme is Noqu Vosa, Ai Vakadei ni Noqu Tiko Vinaka, which means my language provides stability to my wellbeing.

Due to COVID-19 Alert Levels Macawa ni Vosa Vakaviti – Fijian Language Week will be celebrated online. You can get involved by heading to their Facebook page NZ Fijian Language Week.

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