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1345 days ago

Buying by tender: Did you write a letter?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people … View more
Hi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people trying to make a personal connection with vendors to give their tender offers the edge. We've heard folks will include personal details about their family, why the love the house and what their plans for the property are.
Jo would love to talk to anyone who's written a letter like this to accompany a tender - perhaps it's you, perhaps a relative or friend - or from vendors who've received letters like this, accompanying a tender.
Perhaps you asked for such letters?
We'd love to hear more about that experience for you and how it shaped the way the sale went.
You can reach out to jo here (she'll be joining the Neighbourly neighbourhood soon!) or via our email: homed@stuff.co.nz.
Looking forward to hearing your stories.

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1345 days ago

Lost cat seen in Tawa Main Rd south of Sunrise Boulevard

Grant Neighbourly Lead from Johnsonville

This cat was observed in a somewhat distressed state just south of Sunrise Boulevard along the Main Road in Tawa earlier this evening. It did not look like it knew where it was. Does anyone recognise it? (Sorry about the poor quality of the images.)

1344 days ago

*** THIS IS THE THIRD EARTHQUAKE THIS MORNING ***

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

A Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami … View more
A Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible. Evacuate these areas even if you did not feel the earthquake. DO NOT WAIT. A damaging tsunami is possible.

People in all other areas who felt a LONG or STRONG earthquake should MOVE IMMEDIATELY to the nearest high ground, out of tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible.

This evacuation advice overrides the current COVID-19 Alert Level requirements. Do not stay at home. MOVE IMMEDIATELY. Stay 2 metres away from others if you can and if it is safe to do so.

People evacuating should walk, run or cycle if possible to reduce chance of getting stuck in traffic. Do not return until all-clear is given by Civil Defence.

Go to www.civildefence.govt.nz... for the most up to date information.

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO with friends, family, neighbours!

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1344 days ago

Distressed garden shelves

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

Create more space in your garden with these handy garden shelves. Try out an easy to create distressed paint effect using two Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1344 days ago

From first arrivals to first encounters

Trust Tairāwhiti

Tairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.

Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many … View more
Tairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.

Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many stories Tairāwhiti has to tell.

The treasures of Tairāwhiti are ready for you to uncover.
Find out more

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1346 days ago

Wellington houses hit $1 million mark

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Do you think your house is worth $1 million?
Property values in Wellington city have exceeded the $1 million mark and the rest of the region isn’t too far behind.
Housing prices have soared since the Covid-19 pandemic and the country's housing crisis continues to see people, especially first… View more
Do you think your house is worth $1 million?
Property values in Wellington city have exceeded the $1 million mark and the rest of the region isn’t too far behind.
Housing prices have soared since the Covid-19 pandemic and the country's housing crisis continues to see people, especially first home buyers, being crowded out of the opportunity to purchase a home.
The latest data, released on Wednesday morning by property data provider CoreLogic, shows Wellington’s housing market continues to set jaw-dropping new records with the region seeing the greatest rate of growth.
CoreLogic’s House Price Index found Wellington city’s average current value had reached $1,012,163​. In the city’s western suburbs that rose to $1,160,087​.

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1345 days ago

Looking for carpet offcuts

Hayden from Johnsonville

Hi everyone,
I'm after large carpet offcuts about 1m wide and a few metres long to lay over tile flooring at my grandfather's place. Does anyone have some spare cheap or free or know where I could source some from?
Cheers, Hayden.
haydenthemonkey@gmail.com

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1344 days ago
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1344 days ago

Football Central l/s Goalkeeper Shirt Size M

Sally from Johnsonville

Grey Football Central long sleeved Goalkeeper shirt with padded elbows.

Good pre-loved condition - just a few small pulls on the front from normal use!

Bought from Football Central for $70

Worn by tall/slimmish 14yr old. Sadly outgrown now he’s over 6ft!

Mens’ size M - length = 73cm, width… View more
Grey Football Central long sleeved Goalkeeper shirt with padded elbows.

Good pre-loved condition - just a few small pulls on the front from normal use!

Bought from Football Central for $70

Worn by tall/slimmish 14yr old. Sadly outgrown now he’s over 6ft!

Mens’ size M - length = 73cm, width (underarm to underarm) = 53cm

Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington or I can post at your expense

Negotiable

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1345 days ago

North Wellington Football Shorts and Socks (New Colours)

Sally from Johnsonville

North Wellington Football Shorts and Socks (new colour)

Very good pre-loved condition, as only worn for one shortened season.

Bought last year from Ultra Football for $55

Worn by tall/slimmish teenager playing 14-15 grade. Men’s teams wear the same gear.

Shorts are Mens’ size M
Socks are … View more
North Wellington Football Shorts and Socks (new colour)

Very good pre-loved condition, as only worn for one shortened season.

Bought last year from Ultra Football for $55

Worn by tall/slimmish teenager playing 14-15 grade. Men’s teams wear the same gear.

Shorts are Mens’ size M
Socks are Mens’ size L (8-12)

I believe everyone has to have the new colours this season.

Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington

Listed elsewhere

Price: $28

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1345 days ago

Nike Match Goalie Gloves Size 8 BRAND NEW

Sally from Johnsonville

BRAND NEW and UNUSED Nike Match goalie gloves.

Bought online from The Soccer Shop NZ for $35

Asked for size advice from the shop for my then 11-12 year old and ordered accordingly. Sadly they were miles too big.

They are adult unisex. Best suited to an older teenager/adult with smallish hands. … View more
BRAND NEW and UNUSED Nike Match goalie gloves.

Bought online from The Soccer Shop NZ for $35

Asked for size advice from the shop for my then 11-12 year old and ordered accordingly. Sadly they were miles too big.

They are adult unisex. Best suited to an older teenager/adult with smallish hands. Sadly the shop refused to take them back :(

Collect from Johnsonville, Wellington or I can post at your expense.

Listed elsewhere

Price: $22

1347 days ago

Market closure a big financial hit

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Market gardener Tommy Young is down up to $7000 after the Wellington City Council told fruit and vegetable sellers they could not trade at the Sunday Harbourside Market due to COVID-19 restrictions.
While people could buy hot chips in beef tallow at Wellington’s Harbourside Market on Sunday, … View more
Market gardener Tommy Young is down up to $7000 after the Wellington City Council told fruit and vegetable sellers they could not trade at the Sunday Harbourside Market due to COVID-19 restrictions.
While people could buy hot chips in beef tallow at Wellington’s Harbourside Market on Sunday, lettuce and other vegetables were out of the question.
At Ohau, south of Levin, market gardener Tommy Young received the cancellation call about 9.30pm. His truck was already loaded and ready for the early morning drive to Wellington to sell his wares at the popular market.

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1346 days ago

Wellington fire ban

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on their permit.
"The ground is getting drier and fire danger has increased,” he says.
“The dry vegetation acts as fuel for a wildfire, meaning if a wildfire did start it could spread very quickly. We’ve seen this with a few vegetation fires in the area recently, including one in Makara last month where firefighters and helicopters worked hard over two days to put it out.”

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