Strathmore Park, Wellington

1932 days ago

Dixon Street Road Closure

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

UPDATE: Work has been extended to this Saturday due to adverse weather.

UPDATE: This work will now run between Monday 26 August to Thursday 29 August.

Dixon Street between Victoria Street and Willis St will be closed from Friday 23 August to Tuesday 27th August so that a tower crane currently … View more
UPDATE: Work has been extended to this Saturday due to adverse weather.

UPDATE: This work will now run between Monday 26 August to Thursday 29 August.

Dixon Street between Victoria Street and Willis St will be closed from Friday 23 August to Tuesday 27th August so that a tower crane currently being used on the construction of apartments can be removed (weather permitting).
To access Willis Street, please use Ghuznee Street. For more information about scheduled road closures, head to: wellington.govt.nz...

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1932 days ago

Breaker Bay Road Works

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Specialist geotechnical engineers are working down the bank at Breaker Bay to identify the cause of road damage.
The road near the carpark will be controlled by stop go traffic management from 8am to 4.30pm.
To ensure the safety of the public, the gravel footpath from the carpark down to the … View more
Specialist geotechnical engineers are working down the bank at Breaker Bay to identify the cause of road damage.
The road near the carpark will be controlled by stop go traffic management from 8am to 4.30pm.
To ensure the safety of the public, the gravel footpath from the carpark down to the beach will be closed. The sealed footpath running along the road will remain open.
Please take extra care, stick temporary speed limit and thanks for your patience.

1932 days ago

How great is Your Place? Take our survey!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
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Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.

We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.

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1938 days ago

Bus services to be cancelled - will you be affected?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Almost 50 rush-hour bus services in Wellington will be cancelled every day from August 25, due to the city's driver shortage.

Metlink said the services would be scrapped for up to six months, with fewer peak-hour services meaning buses would be fuller and more commuters would need to … View more
Almost 50 rush-hour bus services in Wellington will be cancelled every day from August 25, due to the city's driver shortage.

Metlink said the services would be scrapped for up to six months, with fewer peak-hour services meaning buses would be fuller and more commuters would need to stand. It is hoped that subsequent services would run to schedule and provide enough room for all passengers.

Click here to see which routes are affected.

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1933 days ago

Want to try social painting? It's super fun.

Silke from Heart for Art

Lyall Bay, Oriental Bay or Island Bay?
We're painting them all at our social painting studio over the coming weeks.

Come paint a Bay with us. We’ll show you, step by step, how to create your painting. It's totally easy, heaps of fun and you don't need any experience. … View more
Lyall Bay, Oriental Bay or Island Bay?
We're painting them all at our social painting studio over the coming weeks.

Come paint a Bay with us. We’ll show you, step by step, how to create your painting. It's totally easy, heaps of fun and you don't need any experience. We'll even provide all your materials and you'll leave with your finished artwork. Awesome!

All the details here snip.ly...
Come paint with us, we'd love to meet you.
Silke Hendel
Chief Paint Slinger and Owner
HEART FOR ART

1933 days ago

Having problems with drugs or alcohol?

The Retreat NZ

It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View more
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Talk to us

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1933 days ago

Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View more
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Vote here

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1934 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Is your garden getting overgrown? Does it need a tidy up? Then look no further. Our team of passionate gardeners and landscapers can help you with all your gardening needs. Or does your garden need redesigning, replanting, landscape or simply need everything removed? To find out more call us or … View moreIs your garden getting overgrown? Does it need a tidy up? Then look no further. Our team of passionate gardeners and landscapers can help you with all your gardening needs. Or does your garden need redesigning, replanting, landscape or simply need everything removed? To find out more call us or visit our website and check out our gallery of projects.

Call us on 027 548 9818
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1934 days ago

What older women wished you knew about them

Ryan Krug from

Did you know... only 16% of women remain in part-time work after retirement age, compared to 29% of men? At 82 years old, actress Elizabeth McRae is definitely bucking the trend!

If you'd like to meet amazing over 65s like Elizabeth, sign up to be an accredited volunteer and make friends with… View more
Did you know... only 16% of women remain in part-time work after retirement age, compared to 29% of men? At 82 years old, actress Elizabeth McRae is definitely bucking the trend!

If you'd like to meet amazing over 65s like Elizabeth, sign up to be an accredited volunteer and make friends with some of Wellington's other amazing residents!

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