Te Aro, Wellington

1443 days ago

The Whirler will be back

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellingtonians, you might have noticed that Len Lye's Water Whirler has been missing lately.
The Wellington City Council says it needs some TLC but, weather permitting it should be back on the waterfront soon.

1442 days ago

Have you voted in the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear gardeners, while the entire nation is in the mood to vote, don't miss out on having your say in who becomes our Gardener of the Year! Read their stories, choose your favourite, and vote for them!

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1443 days ago

Di and Viv and Rose Premieres at Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

An all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.

A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. … View more
An all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.

A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. Intelligently written with political retrospect, emotional dramatic shifts and plenty of antics – all set to an iconic 80’s soundtrack.

A gorgeous and affecting mix of nostalgia with gut-punching honesty.

“Crackling with wisdom and wit, Di and Viv and Rose is a humorous and thoughtful exploration of friendship's impact on life and life's impact on friendship.” – London Theatre 1
Find out more

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1446 days ago

Neighbourly followers say 'no' to fireworks

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Neighbourly followers have spoken. A poll on Neighbourly showed overwhelming support for banning fireworks.
There was also strong support for having a ban near Wellington Zoo.
Thanks to everyone that responded.

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1443 days ago

Election 2020: Wellington Central voting booth locations

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Wellington Central.
The election date has been set and the campaign trail is back up and running.
At… View more
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote in Wellington Central.
The election date has been set and the campaign trail is back up and running.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a few boxes to tick.
There are two referenda on the cards, as well as the regular party and candidate selections.
Here’s a breakdown of what you’re voting for and where you can vote.

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1443 days ago

Wellington Hospitality Awards voting opens

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood … View more
The finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood restaurant Ortega is famed for its attention to detail in service and is appropriately nominated for best front of house team and outstanding Maitre D for co-owner Davey McDonald. It picks up a third nomination for its wine list.
Voting is open until Sunday, 25 October at 5.00pm and the winners will be revealed on Sunday, 1 November at Te Papa Tongarewa.

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1448 days ago

Poll: Should fireworks be banned?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for … View more
A Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for zoo animals.
Last November, Auckland councillors Cathy Casey and Fa’anana Efeso Collins presented to a parliamentary select committee asking for a ban on the private sale and use of fireworks.
Please put NFP (Not for Publication) if you do not want your comments used in a story.

Should fireworks be banned?
  • 37.8% Yes
    37.8% Complete
  • 12% No
    12% Complete
  • 50.2% Public displays only
    50.2% Complete
1069 votes
1443 days ago

SLEEP PRESENTATION

Corinne Morris from

Sleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.

When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie

For more information and to … View more
Sleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.

When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie

For more information and to register call Lynda on 04 387 7625

1447 days ago

Wellington to Hutt pathway to be fast tracked

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has taken more than 100 years but the long talked about shared pathway between Wellington and Hutt Valley is about to begin.
The Government has fast tracked construction of the $130 million harbour side path and construction could get underway as soon as next year.
The new Ngāūranga to Petone… View more
It has taken more than 100 years but the long talked about shared pathway between Wellington and Hutt Valley is about to begin.
The Government has fast tracked construction of the $130 million harbour side path and construction could get underway as soon as next year.
The new Ngāūranga to Petone section will be a shared path with a 5m wide sealed surface, on the harbour side of the Hutt Valley Railway Line, according the new designs, released today by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.
It will provide a continuous connection between the existing Wellington to Ngāūranga section, which is scheduled for upgrades, and the new Petone to Melling section, which is currently under construction.
A 1.8 metre chain link fence will separate the path from the adjacent railway line.


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1446 days ago

We need a hoe !

Remy from Aro Valley

Hi Neighbours - we are in need of a hoe to prepare our garden for planting - would anyone have one that we could borrow for a week ? Please and Thank you 🧑‍🌾👩‍🌾🍅☘️

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1444 days ago

Free piano

Matt from Northland

Free piano
Needs to be removed from a house in ngaio
Acsess is ok no stairs
Works ok but I know nothing about pianos
See pictures

1448 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A bit of a toughie this week. Checking out the background might help you identify where this photo from the 1930s was taken.

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1446 days ago

Māori could get council voting rights

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Māori are one step closer to enshrined voting rights on Wellington City Council committees.
The vote was passed unanimously after Cr Sean Rush aplogised for previously turning his back on a waita during an earlier debate on the issue.
Rush, who emphasised there was “a lot of Māori in the Rush … View more
Māori are one step closer to enshrined voting rights on Wellington City Council committees.
The vote was passed unanimously after Cr Sean Rush aplogised for previously turning his back on a waita during an earlier debate on the issue.
Rush, who emphasised there was “a lot of Māori in the Rush family”, said he was concerned about the divisive route New Zealand was increasingly going down.
Councillors voted on Thursday to send staff away to compile a report on getting mana whenua representation on council committees. That report is due back on December 3.

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1443 days ago

Foreign matter found in canned product

Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their … View more
Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their can/s to their retailer for a full refund.

What you need to know:

- Batch numbers SMS1 J213, TTA1 J214, TTA1 J215, and TTA1 J217 are affected by this recall.
- The product is sold in New World, Pak’n Save, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents stores nationwide.

To get in contact with Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd, call 0800 245 114. For more information on the recall, visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.

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1446 days ago

Scooter racks coming to Wellington

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

New parking racks for e-scooters will start being installed in busy areas around central Wellington from next week to provide spaces where scooters can be left safely out of the way of pedestrians.

Wellington City Council is installing the racks to accommodate the public share e-scooters at the 10… View more
New parking racks for e-scooters will start being installed in busy areas around central Wellington from next week to provide spaces where scooters can be left safely out of the way of pedestrians.

Wellington City Council is installing the racks to accommodate the public share e-scooters at the 10 busiest places where people start or end their rides, although people who have their own e-scooters or push scooters can also use them.
The racks are known as Ruru racks as they resemble an owl’s face.
Councillor Tamatha Paul, Portfolio Lead for Climate Change, says the Ruru racks can also be converted to include e-charging for scooters and the Council may look at this and other e-bike charging options in the future.
The racks will provide free parking for up to 93 scooters at a range of locations.

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