Paparangi, Wellington

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1756 days ago

Poll: Should Glanmire Rd's notorius blind corner be altered?

Ana Maea Chitara from Newlands

Let's face it folks, that corner's dangerous. It's blind, and the number of cars parked on the outside curve means uphill traffic often crosses into the path of downhill traffic to get around.
It's so bad that the recent new seal has been torn up badly right where downhill … View more
Let's face it folks, that corner's dangerous. It's blind, and the number of cars parked on the outside curve means uphill traffic often crosses into the path of downhill traffic to get around.
It's so bad that the recent new seal has been torn up badly right where downhill traffic would hit the brakes.

It's perfectly legal to park there, but should a section be kept free for traffic? Does Wellington City Council need to look at it?

(Thank you the silver blur that didn't even bother to brake when they met our blue truck coming the other way (northwest) on that curve between Link Rd and Robert St. I'm sure the neighbours heard the screech of our tires perhaps 10.15am sun 26/01.)

Should Glanmire Rd's notorius blind corner be altered?
  • 95% Yes, broken yellow the outside curve
    95% Complete
  • 0% No, those 3 parks are needed
    0% Complete
  • 5% Not worried
    5% Complete
20 votes
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1753 days ago

Opportunity for builders

Celeste from Tawa

Mitex - total building solutions Wellington, are looking for a highly motivated person to join their team for their upcoming projects around the Wellington region. A builder is preferred however they are open to supporting a driven, hardworking apprentice or somebody with a passion for building who… View moreMitex - total building solutions Wellington, are looking for a highly motivated person to join their team for their upcoming projects around the Wellington region. A builder is preferred however they are open to supporting a driven, hardworking apprentice or somebody with a passion for building who is interested in beginning their apprenticeship.

Please contact Mitch on 0273131026 or email mitexbuild@gmail.com

www.mitex.co.nz...

1753 days ago

Simpson Naptune 60 CM Oven

Shirley from Newlands

I brought a new one yesterday and It is working well with a good condition.
The connection cable does not come within.

Price: $300

1754 days ago

MOA POINT SLUDGE UPDATE – 28 JAN

The Team from Wellington Water

We have begun CCTV through the Mt Albert tunnel, which is an essential part to our investigations, helping us to understand the extent of the fault and look into solutions for the long term repair.

Trucks continue their operations 24/7, transporting sludge from the treatment plant to the landfill.… View more
We have begun CCTV through the Mt Albert tunnel, which is an essential part to our investigations, helping us to understand the extent of the fault and look into solutions for the long term repair.

Trucks continue their operations 24/7, transporting sludge from the treatment plant to the landfill. The drivers have been greeted with a positive response from the community, with the sign pictured appearing on the route to the landfill.

We will be sharing weekly updates on the Moa Point situation as works continue. However, we will provide further updates should anything change.

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1754 days ago

FREE... 2 x Single beds and more ...FREE

Brad from Churton Park

FREE to a good home.

2 x single beds
Headboards
Bedding

Pick up in Churton Park. Please have 2 people come to carry down stairs. Pick up asap. Contact me if interested

Free

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1754 days ago

Simpson Naptune 60 CM Oven

Shirley from Newlands

I brought a new one today and It is working well with a good condition.

Price: $300

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1754 days ago

Panasonic Microwave Oven

Mela from Khandallah

Panasonic Microwave Oven. Model NN-6400B. 800W. In excellent condition. Rotating glass plate design. Dimensions: Height 36cm (14 inches), Width 53cm (21 inches), Depth 33cm (13 inches).
A great all-round microwave for cooking, defrosting and easy to use. Comes with original Panasonic Microwave … View more
Panasonic Microwave Oven. Model NN-6400B. 800W. In excellent condition. Rotating glass plate design. Dimensions: Height 36cm (14 inches), Width 53cm (21 inches), Depth 33cm (13 inches).
A great all-round microwave for cooking, defrosting and easy to use. Comes with original Panasonic Microwave cook book. Only selling as there is already a built-in steamer/microwave in my house so this one is surplus to my needs.

Price: $40

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1754 days ago

Portable Charcoal BBQ

Mela from Khandallah

Charcoal BBQ designed for portability, lightweight, you can take it camping or to the beach. Well looked after, comes with full pack of firelighters and some charcoal, so you are all ready to go. Dimensions: Circumference 36cm (14 inches), Height 65cm (25 inches).

Price: $25

1754 days ago

JOIN US AT THE KARORI KARNIVAL

Lorna Harvey from

Age Concern Wellington will be at the fair. Come and see us!

- Win a gift voucher
- Find out about our services
- Meet some of our friendly staff

Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 10 AM – 3:30 PM

Ben Burn Park
Campbell Street, Karori, Wellington

1754 days ago

Female, 50, and looking for a job? Good luck

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the difficulties of finding work when you're female and over 50. Anecdotally we are aware of women being shut out of the workforce around this time. If you can relate, and are willing to talk about your experience, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1754 days ago

Jonny Osborne - Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Kia ora koutou, I am Johnny, a Wellington resident since 2000. I am a member of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council on the future of our coastal and freshwater quality, and how our water is used. Our waterways and all … View moreKia ora koutou, I am Johnny, a Wellington resident since 2000. I am a member of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council on the future of our coastal and freshwater quality, and how our water is used. Our waterways and all the fish and species that live in them are precious taonga, so we have set out to understand how they are valued and what should be done to provide the future we want for our water.
We want to work with you to make our Whaitua more sustainable and healthy so that the future generations can continue to enjoy the many beautiful parks, rivers, streams and beaches of this catchment.

To leave behind a strong legacy, we need to protect the health and mauri of our waterways, which are under pressure due to population and land development. We need to fix our waste and stormwater infrastructure. These are big changes, and needs to reflect our communities’ views informed by good evidence and information.

Connect with us to talk about what we can do together. You can reach us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz. To see what we have been doing visit our Facebook page, and to share what you value about our water and your solutions have your say down below.

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1754 days ago

Prospa funding helped boost monthly turnover

Prospa

Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her … View more
Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.

She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her dreams.

A small business loan helped Sandy increase the variety and volume of stock available for customers – ultimately boosting monthly turnover.
Find out more

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1755 days ago

MOA POINT SLUDGE UPDATE - 27 JANUARY

The Team from Wellington Water

Trucks continue to work around the clock, transporting sludge from Moa Point to the landfill. We have managed to reduce the number of trucks and still continue to keep up with demand, meaning we are avoiding discharge into the Cook Strait.

We understand truck movements may be inconvenient to … View more
Trucks continue to work around the clock, transporting sludge from Moa Point to the landfill. We have managed to reduce the number of trucks and still continue to keep up with demand, meaning we are avoiding discharge into the Cook Strait.

We understand truck movements may be inconvenient to residents along the route, and we thank them for their understanding. We are briefing truck drivers to ensure they are keeping themselves and the public safe by reducing their speed.

The picture below shows an example of the sludge/slurry that is taken to the landfill for dewatering. This process removes the water, which then is piped back to the treatment plant through the wastewater network. The leftover solids are then put in the landfill.

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