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1240 days ago

Poll: Would you like to see the regional council own the buses in Wgtn?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington's regional council will this week lobby the Government to let it own and run its own buses in what would be a move back to the 1990s.
Regional council chairman Daran Ponter confirmed the council would this week make a submission to the Government which - assuming councillors agreed … View more
Wellington's regional council will this week lobby the Government to let it own and run its own buses in what would be a move back to the 1990s.
Regional council chairman Daran Ponter confirmed the council would this week make a submission to the Government which - assuming councillors agreed on Thursday - would call for a change in how public transport was tendered for and operated.
The key change would make it much easier for councils to buy and run buses rather than sending them out for tender. It would not necessarily mean councils retaking ownership of buses but would make that an option.

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Would you like to see the regional council own the buses in Wgtn?
  • 83.3% Yes
    83.3% Complete
  • 16.7% No
    16.7% Complete
234 votes
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1239 days ago

BEAUTIFU HEADBOARD FOR A CHILD'S BED

Raymond from Tawa

Can be used to store favorite night time reading books, soft toys, and other little things. Text your interest to 0224686428 for quick collection.

Free

1240 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This is from the Wellington City Council Archives.
It is an oldie but where was this?

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1240 days ago

NZTA licence renewal scam circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

A new email scam impersonating the NZTA is being sent around telling vehicle owners their licences are due.

The email directs the recipient to renew the funds through clicking a 'Renew Now' button at the bottom corner of the email. It then takes the individual to fake website that gets… View more
A new email scam impersonating the NZTA is being sent around telling vehicle owners their licences are due.

The email directs the recipient to renew the funds through clicking a 'Renew Now' button at the bottom corner of the email. It then takes the individual to fake website that gets them to fill in personal details.

CERT NZ, the government authority responsible for cyber security said in a tweet, that anyone who receives this email should report it directly to Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

How to spot a phishing scam:
- NZTA will only send an email through if an individual has contacted them first.
- Email addresses will always end in @nzta.govt.nz, @enews.nzta.govt.nz or @reply.nzta.govt.nz.
- The email may be missing specific details that the NZTA will have on file: such as your plate number, the date your vehicle license is due and vehicle make and model.
- Hover over buttons and links to see if the pop-up will take you to a genuine government (.govt.nz) website

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1240 days ago

Keeping woofers warm over winter

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The SPCA is calling on animal lovers to gather their warm blankets and dog jackets to donate to four-legged friends this winter.
SPCA Inspector Elissa McIntosh started the campaign to ensure canines living outside in kennels are provided with enough warmth and shelter to keep them happy and … View more
The SPCA is calling on animal lovers to gather their warm blankets and dog jackets to donate to four-legged friends this winter.
SPCA Inspector Elissa McIntosh started the campaign to ensure canines living outside in kennels are provided with enough warmth and shelter to keep them happy and healthy.
Donations of blankets and dog jackets can be dropped off at SPCA's Wellington and Masterton Centres, their Johnsonville, Lower Hutt and Masterton Op Shops, as well as at South Wairarapa Vet Services' clinics across Wairarapa, from 14-27 June.

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1240 days ago

Learn from making mistakes

NumberWorks'nWords Johnsonville

Learning to make mistakes can be difficult for all of us. We build confidence and resilience so that students understand that making mistakes is part of the learning process.

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1240 days ago

RIP Wes Armstrong

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Former Basin Reserve groundsman Wes Armstrong did one final lap of honour on his old ground on Tuesday. Armstrong was farewell at function at the Poneke rugby club.

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1240 days ago

Time to upskill or reskill?

Competenz

Since the start of the year, we've had more than 1,500 people sign-up to become apprentices. Some of them are re-skilling from one profession into a career they love. With skills shortages in key industries, employers are hiring and offering training through the fees-free apprenticeships … View moreSince the start of the year, we've had more than 1,500 people sign-up to become apprentices. Some of them are re-skilling from one profession into a career they love. With skills shortages in key industries, employers are hiring and offering training through the fees-free apprenticeships programme.

Sign-up with Competenz to find your apprenticeship.
Find out more

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1241 days ago

$30 Initial Consultations for Mums/Bubs

The Chiro from The Chiro - Johnsonville

Chiropractic is all about improving spine + nervous system health. This is particularly important when it comes to ensuring optimal development in our little bubs & kiddo's, as well as mitigating the stressors of pregnancy both prenatal and postpartum.

We commonly get asked if … View more
Chiropractic is all about improving spine + nervous system health. This is particularly important when it comes to ensuring optimal development in our little bubs & kiddo's, as well as mitigating the stressors of pregnancy both prenatal and postpartum.

We commonly get asked if chiropractic is good throughout pregnancy, or if we can adjust babies & kids. The answer is absolutely!

We want to continue to educate & inform our community about the importance of nervous system health, and how the spine holds the key to it all. The best way to do that is to make wellness-based chiropractic more accessible!

Until the end of June we are reducing our initial consultation price for mums/bubs to $30 (normally up to $70)!

If you, or anyone you know , would love to start your wellness journey with us, please get in touch! We can't wait to hear from you.

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1241 days ago

Poll: Have you practiced yoga?

Samantha from Beyond Yoga

As a fairly new yoga studio in Tawa, we've had heaps of absolute beginners come along and try their first yoga classes with us. I'm curious who has practiced yoga before?

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Have you practiced yoga?
  • 34.5% I've never done yoga before, but I'm interested!
    34.5% Complete
  • 20.7% Yoga is not for me.
    20.7% Complete
  • 20.7% I've done yoga a few times before.
    20.7% Complete
  • 17.2% I used to do yoga, but not anymore.
    17.2% Complete
  • 6.9% I'm an avid yoga practitioner!
    6.9% Complete
29 votes
1241 days ago

Stumps called for Basin Reserve groundsman Wes Armstrong

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Do you remember Wes Armstrong at the Basin Reserve?
The name Wes Armstrong will forever be linked with Wellington’s Basin Reserve.
The 88 year-old died last week and his life will be celebrated with a service at the Poneke Rugby Club on Tuesday.
Armstrong spent 22 years tending his beloved Basin … View more
Do you remember Wes Armstrong at the Basin Reserve?
The name Wes Armstrong will forever be linked with Wellington’s Basin Reserve.
The 88 year-old died last week and his life will be celebrated with a service at the Poneke Rugby Club on Tuesday.
Armstrong spent 22 years tending his beloved Basin Reserve wicket and in an era where groundsmen ruled the roost, he was very much his own boss.

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1241 days ago

Fibre installation made easy

The Team from Chorus

Find out what’s involved in getting fibre installed at your place with our new series of videos. Funny and informative you’ll be an expert in no time. Watch now

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1241 days ago

Looking for an apprentice?

Competenz

Hi Neighbours, make use of our free recruitment service and advertise your entry-level and apprentice roles with Competenz. We have pre-qualified and motivated jobseekers ready to match with your business.
Enquire through our online job board and our team will be in touch, easy!

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1244 days ago

Pet of the Day: Our Millie

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Ricard Gray is the proud owner of Mille the cat. Please note our pic is not upside down!
"Pet of the Day: Our Millie loves to hang out and have fun with owners Richard and Sally from Tītahi Bay."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nzView more
Ricard Gray is the proud owner of Mille the cat. Please note our pic is not upside down!
"Pet of the Day: Our Millie loves to hang out and have fun with owners Richard and Sally from Tītahi Bay."

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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1242 days ago

High Chair

Morag from Broadmeadows

Easily cleaned high chair. Insert of tray can go in dishwasher. Collapsible when not in use. On castors so easy to move around.

Price: $30

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