Southgate, Wellington

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1559 days ago

Cannabis control and 'End of Life Choice' public meetings - change of location and now live streamed

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

The venue for these public meetings is now the Baptist church, 284 The Parade, to allow more people to attend (respecting Level 2 needs). BOTH meetings will also be on Facebook Live. facebook.com/wellingtonsouthbaptist

Come and hear informed speakers on both sides of these topics.

The first… View more
The venue for these public meetings is now the Baptist church, 284 The Parade, to allow more people to attend (respecting Level 2 needs). BOTH meetings will also be on Facebook Live. facebook.com/wellingtonsouthbaptist

Come and hear informed speakers on both sides of these topics.

The first is this Wednesday 26th Aug, 7.30pm, on 'End of Life Choice'. The second is on Wed 2 Sept, on Cannabis Legalisation and Control. If you don't feel informed enough on these topics, please come along.

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1559 days ago

Parked up to make a point

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Passers-by looked on with mirth and confusion at Alex Dyer's act of "productive civil disobedience".

Dyer was occupying a car park in central Wellington - sitting at a desk with his laptop open, engrossed in a meeting - having fed the meter for its use

His act was part of the … View more
Passers-by looked on with mirth and confusion at Alex Dyer's act of "productive civil disobedience".

Dyer was occupying a car park in central Wellington - sitting at a desk with his laptop open, engrossed in a meeting - having fed the meter for its use

His act was part of the Picnics in the Park movement which repurposes underutilised street space into neighbourhood amenities.

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1559 days ago

Car break-ins on the rise

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Wellington Police have recently warned of increasing incidents of vehicle related crime, occurring in the evenings and overnight.

Have you or someone you know been victim to a vehicle-related crime lately?
If so, what suburb are you located in? Feel free to share your experiences below or … View more
Wellington Police have recently warned of increasing incidents of vehicle related crime, occurring in the evenings and overnight.

Have you or someone you know been victim to a vehicle-related crime lately?
If so, what suburb are you located in? Feel free to share your experiences below or contact sophie.cornish@stuff.co.nz

Stay safe everyone!

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1559 days ago

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.

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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1559 days ago

Orca spotted in Oriental Bay (file pic)

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

An orca pod has been spotted in Oriental Bay this morning.

Have you seen them?

Feel free to post any pics of them down below.

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1560 days ago

Renovation Specialist

Lia from Lyall Bay

Which aspect of your home are you looking to renovate?
Start your project today with refresh!
Our team members bring years of experience to their area of specialisation, and are here to help you with your renovation project!

If you are interested and would like to know more about our renovation … View more
Which aspect of your home are you looking to renovate?
Start your project today with refresh!
Our team members bring years of experience to their area of specialisation, and are here to help you with your renovation project!

If you are interested and would like to know more about our renovation process, contact us on 0800 38 68 88 or email us at admin.silkworm@refresh.co.nz to book a FREE consultation with our Renovation Specialist.

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1560 days ago

Paint it yellow with Resene for Daffodil Day!

Resene

Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.

Shop online or call or visit your Resene ColorShop.
Find your ColorShop

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1560 days ago

Gazley Mitsubishi Free 4x4 Upgrade

The Team from Gazley

The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a … View more
The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a Free 4x4 upgrade saving you $2,500 only from Gazley Mitsubishi.
Find out more

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1560 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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1560 days ago

Interesting renovation find

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

It's amazing what you can find when doing up your house.

Stuff reporter Kate Green was visiting someone's home for an upcoming story when she spotted this old sign hanging in their garage.

The Dominion sign was discovered by the homeowners when they were renovating their mid-19th … View more
It's amazing what you can find when doing up your house.

Stuff reporter Kate Green was visiting someone's home for an upcoming story when she spotted this old sign hanging in their garage.

The Dominion sign was discovered by the homeowners when they were renovating their mid-19th century house in Ngaio in the 1980s.

1561 days ago

It Takes Dedication To Get Perfect Buns

McDonald's

Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View more
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
Find out more

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1561 days ago

Attic storage stilts

Deborah from Island Bay

Loft storage system to keep your stuff clear of the insulation.

12 stilt, unused, still in box - we bought this for $80 from Sustainability Trust for our last house, but didn't get around to using them before we moved, and our new house doesn't need them.



Collect from Island Bay, or … View more
Loft storage system to keep your stuff clear of the insulation.

12 stilt, unused, still in box - we bought this for $80 from Sustainability Trust for our last house, but didn't get around to using them before we moved, and our new house doesn't need them.



Collect from Island Bay, or drop off by negotiation.

Price: $40

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