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Our picture this week is from Louise Thomas. Once again it is a tūī but the picture is so good who cares.
It was photographed on a cabbage tree near the Hutt River.
With 22 chimneys to choose from, even Santa Claus will be impressed with Old Government Buildings in Wellington as the venue for a new heritage Christmas market from 18 to 20 December.
The country’s largest wooden building, completed in 1876, is managed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. … View moreWith 22 chimneys to choose from, even Santa Claus will be impressed with Old Government Buildings in Wellington as the venue for a new heritage Christmas market from 18 to 20 December.
The country’s largest wooden building, completed in 1876, is managed by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. This year it will host its first Ngā Rama Wherikoriko Pō me Te Mākete Kirihimete Night Lights and Christmas Market to celebrate the creative talents of the community. Visitors to the market will experience a Christmas wonderland in magical lights, with traditional Christmas carols, a twilight market with food and goods stalls – all set against a stunning heritage backdrop.
The market will have a real family focus and run from 5pm to 10pm from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 December. Shane McAlister from, The Ukulele Institute will MC the show, and perform along with a team of other talented artists, including, Orpheus Choir Wellington performing on Sunday 20th.
This Thursday is late night shopping in Tawa with the added bonus of food trucks! The trucks will be parked in the carpark outside the Simon's Pharmacy from 5:30 to 7pm, grab some food and head on over to the Plaza to sit and eat it.
We'll be offering a selection of chutneys and … View moreThis Thursday is late night shopping in Tawa with the added bonus of food trucks! The trucks will be parked in the carpark outside the Simon's Pharmacy from 5:30 to 7pm, grab some food and head on over to the Plaza to sit and eat it.
We'll be offering a selection of chutneys and shortbread for tasting outside SoulyNZ and we'll be open until the crowds disappear so you can finish your Christmas shopping! There'll be lots of shops open late on Thursday, so come on down and make a night of it!
We have beautiful Christmas decorations, stockings and gift packs and loads of other NZ Made creations for you to complete your shopping and celebrate Christmas.
Have you tried the bangers from BavariaNZ at the Harbourside Market.
Kiwi country boy Sebastian Nebel and German-born Lena Donandt have combined the best of what the land has to offer to come up with a banger of a business.
Sebastian says he’s proud to produce handmade sausages using … View moreHave you tried the bangers from BavariaNZ at the Harbourside Market.
Kiwi country boy Sebastian Nebel and German-born Lena Donandt have combined the best of what the land has to offer to come up with a banger of a business.
Sebastian says he’s proud to produce handmade sausages using Wairarapa’s Longbush Free Range Pork and local beef, following traditional recipes without any fillers, making his products gluten free.
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
Discounts off the normal retail price at … View moreBuy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off!
Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.
Happy decorating!
Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View moreHi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?
If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!
Virtuoso Strings concert at St.Andrews on the Terrace in Wellington on Saturday at 6pm. We have the lovely Clarissa Dunn from RNZ Concert as MC and soprano, as well as tenor LJ Crichton and bass Morgan King singing excerpts from the Messiah. Some Corelli, Vivaldi, and Vaughan Williams … View moreVirtuoso Strings concert at St.Andrews on the Terrace in Wellington on Saturday at 6pm. We have the lovely Clarissa Dunn from RNZ Concert as MC and soprano, as well as tenor LJ Crichton and bass Morgan King singing excerpts from the Messiah. Some Corelli, Vivaldi, and Vaughan Williams "Fantasia on a theme by Thomas Tallis" will make this a memorable and beautiful concert just before Xmas – with NO carols :-)
Would you name your dog Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second, David Bowie or Joan of Bark?
Yes, there are dogs in Wellington with those names, not to mention Poppadom Banana Pants McGee and Amy Pineapples.
The most popular name in Wellington is Charlie and Labrador is the most popular … View moreWould you name your dog Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second, David Bowie or Joan of Bark?
Yes, there are dogs in Wellington with those names, not to mention Poppadom Banana Pants McGee and Amy Pineapples.
The most popular name in Wellington is Charlie and Labrador is the most popular breed.
What is the most unusual dog name you have come across?
UPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm
A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been … View moreUPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm
A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been missing since Sunday afternoon.
What you need to know:
- Caley left a Judgeford property on December 13, driving northbound in a green Daihatsu Sirion registration EPQ566.
- She was wearing a light blue/grey hooded sweatshirt and black leggings.
- She is around 168cm tall, medium build and has long blond hair.
Members of the public who have seen Caley or have any other information about where she might be, can call Police on 105 quoting file number 201214/7520.
Calling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while … View moreCalling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while protecting what makes it so special – your feedback is key to this.
Make sure you head online to wellington.govt.nz/te-kopahou, check out the draft plan and make a submission before 28 Feb.
Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View moreHi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?
If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!
Selling on behalf of a friend who had a surgery recently. It is still a good condition. Send me a message if you are interested. I will give you her contact detail.
Massey University's top 10 quotes of the year
“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how… View moreMassey University's top 10 quotes of the year
“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how people can tell whether she is joking or being serious
* “I am the orange face you can trust." – Orange-fronted parakeet requesting votes in Bird of the Year competition
* “There are no new cases of Covid-19 to report in New Zealand today.” – Dr Ashley Bloomfield at press conferences throughout the year
* “The Aussies can have Russell Crowe, but they can’t have our buzzy bee.” – Simon Beattie after The Crown shifted the New Zealand buzzy bee scene to Australia
* “Let it be known these tears are not for you.” – Sara Qasem speaking to the Christchurch Mosque gunman in her victim impact statement
* “I did a little dance.” – Jacinda Ardern when asked how she reacted when New Zealand had zero active cases of Covid-19 for the first time
* “You're on mute.” – Most New Zealanders on Zoom from March 2020 onwards
* “Put your jazz cabbage away people.” – Hilary Barry on referendum results showing New Zealanders voted against legalising cannabis
* “It really highlights how three-ply soft we've become as a species.” – psychology professor Marc Wilson on stockpiling toilet paper during lockdown
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