Strathmore Park, Wellington

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1513 days ago

Would you pay $7.95 million for a house?

Reporter Community News

A renovated 742 square-metre home in Thorndon is likely to set a new record for Wellington –it’s the most expensive house to ever come on the market in the city.
Special features of the five-bedroom, five-bathroom house include a large, traditionally styled conservatory that overlooks a grass … View more
A renovated 742 square-metre home in Thorndon is likely to set a new record for Wellington –it’s the most expensive house to ever come on the market in the city.
Special features of the five-bedroom, five-bathroom house include a large, traditionally styled conservatory that overlooks a grass tennis court. The family living areas also open out to the tennis court and an expansive outdoor living area.
CoreLogic confirmed $7.95 million is the highest asking price ever asked for a home in Wellington. The previous record is a sale earlier this year was of a house in Clive Road that fetched $5.75 million.

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1508 days ago

Cosy puffer winter jacket

Giulia from Newtown

Really warm winter jacket
Size M
Pick up from Island Bay
Cheers!

Price: $30

1508 days ago

Pink Gorman pants/jeans - NEW

Giulia from Newtown

Size 12 - NEVER WORN
Bought the wrong size and it's too late to return them :(
These are suuuper comfy and stretchy.
DM me for more info.
Pick up Island Bay or I can send.
Cheers!

Price: $70

1508 days ago

Cute vintage shirt

Giulia from Newtown

Bought at a vintage market in London but it's really not my style :( Very lightweight, perfect for summer nights!
There's no tag but it fits a small/medium.
Pick up from Island Bay or I can ship.
Cheers!

Price: $25

1508 days ago

Cute summer off-the-shoulder dress

Giulia from Newtown

Super cute little dress, perfect for summer! Can be worn off-the -shoulder or up for a different style. Comes down to mid-thigh.
Pick up from Island Bay or I can send if you cover postage fees.
Thanks!

Price: $30

1508 days ago

FREE PALLETS

Giulia from Newtown

4 solid pallets free to pick up from Island Bay :)
Message me for the address!

Free

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1513 days ago

Touch rugby player wanted (female only)

Neil from Miramar

I'm starting a mixed touch rugby team on wednesday night at wakefield park. I'm a couple of females short. If keen please message me. No experience needed.

1509 days ago

Change to No 12 buses from 25th Oct

Karl Frost from Strathmore Park Residents Association (Inc)

Good news from Metlink - the no. 12 buses that currently run to Newtown (Hutchison St terminus) will carry on to Wellington Station from the 25th October and return from there.
It's another improvement in the service, giving our suburb a direct link to and from the city during the middle of … View more
Good news from Metlink - the no. 12 buses that currently run to Newtown (Hutchison St terminus) will carry on to Wellington Station from the 25th October and return from there.
It's another improvement in the service, giving our suburb a direct link to and from the city during the middle of weekdays. We will keep in contact with Metlink and see what other improvements can be made.

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1509 days ago

Companion Walking Service

Corinne Morris from

We provide companionship to people over 65 who would like a regular visit from a friendly volunteer. We aim to match people with volunteers who live in the same area and have similar interests. Clients enjoy the benefits of walking and being outside, seeing what is going on in their community. They… View moreWe provide companionship to people over 65 who would like a regular visit from a friendly volunteer. We aim to match people with volunteers who live in the same area and have similar interests. Clients enjoy the benefits of walking and being outside, seeing what is going on in their community. They also visit other places like the Botanical Gardens and parks close by with flat areas to walk.

Click www.youtube.com... below to watch a video of one of our clients enjoying a walk with her CWS companion in Wellington.

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1509 days ago

Touch rugby player wanted (female only)

Neil from Miramar

I'm trying to sort out a mixed touch team on wednesday night. I'm a few girls short. Starts 21/10 and end 11/02/21. Cost $75

1509 days ago

Sir Tom Moore is the UK's oldest podcaster!!

Corinne Morris from

He already has a knighthood under his belt, a chart-topping single, two books, a forthcoming feature film and a special place in the nation’s affections as a result of his fundraising efforts for the NHS during the pandemic. Now the centenarian Capt Sir Tom Moore is to become the UK’s oldest … View moreHe already has a knighthood under his belt, a chart-topping single, two books, a forthcoming feature film and a special place in the nation’s affections as a result of his fundraising efforts for the NHS during the pandemic. Now the centenarian Capt Sir Tom Moore is to become the UK’s oldest podcaster!

Older people are often lonely – chat with them, urges Capt Tom Moore.

Check out the article www.theguardian.com...

If you would like to help to End Loneliness - email info@letsendloneliness.co.nz to get a promotional pack of stickers, bookmarks and brochures to share in your community.

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1509 days ago

Tukanae Reserve has new planting!

Karl Frost from Strathmore Park Residents Association (Inc)

The council Parks team finished planting along the bank in the reserve earlier this month - we'll keep an eye on this to see how it goes. Please let us or the council know if you have any comments or concerns about the new plants

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1512 days ago

Kererū taking off in regional park

Reporter Community News

Greater Wellington has monitored kererū in the Kaitoke Regional Park for the last 17 years and the results are looking good. The number of kererū is soaring to an average of 107 birds, compared to an average of 71 last year.
The monitoring is separate from The Great Kererū Count which is a … View more
Greater Wellington has monitored kererū in the Kaitoke Regional Park for the last 17 years and the results are looking good. The number of kererū is soaring to an average of 107 birds, compared to an average of 71 last year.
The monitoring is separate from The Great Kererū Count which is a nationwide citizen science project run by Urban Wildlife Trust & Kererū Discovery.
Despite kererū’s rising numbers, they are still under threat by mustelids and rodents – especially now that it is breeding season.

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1509 days ago

Free old kwila decking

Jonathan from Miramar

Have just pulled our deck apart. Short lengths are definitely Kwila - unsure of the long lengths but definitely a hardwood.

Long lengths are roughly 3750mm
Shorter lengths are roughly 2000mm
The bearer is roughly 3880mm

Pick up 10 Revans st, Miramar. All easy access on flat and on the roadside.

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Have just pulled our deck apart. Short lengths are definitely Kwila - unsure of the long lengths but definitely a hardwood.

Long lengths are roughly 3750mm
Shorter lengths are roughly 2000mm
The bearer is roughly 3880mm

Pick up 10 Revans st, Miramar. All easy access on flat and on the roadside.

First come first served. Whatever is left by 4 pm Sunday will be loaded up and dumped.

Free

1510 days ago

AGE CONCERN'S RESPONSE TO COVID-19 THROUGHOUT NEW ZEALAND

Corinne Morris from

2020 has seen the world experience a pandemic in unison.

NZ took swift action and went into lockdown before most major countries. The unprecedented lockdown saw a rise in the need of senior support in communities throughout the country.

Without the help of volunteers, we would not have been … View more
2020 has seen the world experience a pandemic in unison.

NZ took swift action and went into lockdown before most major countries. The unprecedented lockdown saw a rise in the need of senior support in communities throughout the country.

Without the help of volunteers, we would not have been able to achieve the level of support that we have. THANK YOU NEW ZEALAND!!

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