Te Aro, Wellington

1490 days ago

How safe do you feel around Te Aro/Pigeon Park?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

CCTV cameras will monitor the area around the central city hangout around the clock after the park was identified as a hot spot for crime.

The cameras are one of the new measures including an emergency housing clinic and signage which will help curb crime, and restore some status to the park which… View more
CCTV cameras will monitor the area around the central city hangout around the clock after the park was identified as a hot spot for crime.

The cameras are one of the new measures including an emergency housing clinic and signage which will help curb crime, and restore some status to the park which was once part of a pā.

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1489 days ago

Get your Gardens Magic application in today!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Applications are open now for Gardens Magic - our annual summer concert series at the Botanic Gardens!

Get yours in before Monday 7 September and join the music magic!

Visit wellington.govt.nz... for more information.

1489 days ago

Dixon Street closure tonight

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

The rainbow crossing zone is getting a facelift and we’re taking the opportunity to make safety improvements at the crossing zone.

This will include cleaning the rainbow road markings and the installation of speed cushions at each end of the crossing to improve safety for pedestrians.

The works… View more
The rainbow crossing zone is getting a facelift and we’re taking the opportunity to make safety improvements at the crossing zone.

This will include cleaning the rainbow road markings and the installation of speed cushions at each end of the crossing to improve safety for pedestrians.

The works will require Dixon Street to be closed, Thursday 27 August 2020, between 7pm – 1am.

Big thanks to the team at Fulton Hogan 🌈

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1489 days ago

DAFFODIL DAY

Center Manager from Greta Point - Active Explorers

Tēna koutou Greta Point Whānau

*** DAFFODIL DAY*******

So Tomorrow is the day!

The tamariki have been making art, learning about colors and changing colors and on Monday some of us wore funny glasses.
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Tēna koutou Greta Point Whānau

*** DAFFODIL DAY*******

So Tomorrow is the day!

The tamariki have been making art, learning about colors and changing colors and on Monday some of us wore funny glasses.

We today have started decorating the foyer in anticipation for tomorrow.

If tamariki can please dress in YELLOW, ORANGE OR RED (or dress up) that will add to the fun.

If whanau are in a position to donate to the collection box in the foyer (in the bookshelf, grab a daffodil as well).

BALLOONS, STICKERS and TATTOOS will be available for the tamariki tomorrow in their classrooms

We are grateful for your support with this fundraiser.


The Greta Point team

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1489 days ago

Keep supporting small business - promo!

David Downs from SOS Business

Hi - Wellington small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the … View moreHi - Wellington small businesses really need help. Our mates at Goodman Fielder Food Services are offering a promotion to help them. Please consider jumping online and buying a voucher for your favourite business today! They get the money asap, you can get the service after lockdown. Check the local businesses out here

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1489 days ago

MPI issues recall for peaches

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 … View more
The Ministry for Primary Industries has issued a recall for two varieties of yellow flesh peaches due to the possible presence of Salmonella enteritidis.

What you need to know:

Primor Produce Ltd and Turners and Growers fresh Ltd yellow flesh peaches sold between 10 July to 25 August 2020 should not be consumed due to the presence of the bacteria.

ALL yellow flesh peaches imported from the United States should not be consumed if purchased between 10 July to 25 August.

The products are sold in New World, Pak'n Save, Gilmours and Four Square stores across the North Island.

To learn more about the recall see the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1490 days ago
1490 days ago

NZSO offers free online show

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Due to Covid-19 restrictions NZSO has cancelled its remaining Cadence and Passion concerts in August and September in Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch.

Instead the orchestra will livestream an audience-free Passion concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 29 August from Wellington’s Michael Fowler … View more
Due to Covid-19 restrictions NZSO has cancelled its remaining Cadence and Passion concerts in August and September in Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch.

Instead the orchestra will livestream an audience-free Passion concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 29 August from Wellington’s Michael Fowler Centre.

The live stream can be viewed at live.nzso.co.nz

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1490 days ago

A guide to mandatory mask use during Covid-19 level 2 and beyond

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Wondering what the mandatory use of masks during level 2 means for you?

Based on the information at hand, here’s what you need to know about the new face mask requirements, including what kind of covering you can use and when to use it.

Click here to read more.

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1490 days ago

Home to activists, controversy: Heritage building burns overnight

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

As flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.

The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the … View more
As flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.

The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the Urewera raids.

1490 days ago

C'mon Wellington!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Wellington and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1491 days ago

Stamp, Coin and Medal Auctions Mowbray Collectables

Philcoin

Hi,

Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.

We offer free assessments of your … View more
Hi,

Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.

We offer free assessments of your quality stamps, coins and medals anytime through the year so you can get the best results at auction.

Come and meet us at Otaki, phone 06 3648270 get in touch here www.mowbrays.co.nz
Find out more

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1491 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1491 days ago

Audacious heritage park proposed for Shelly Bay

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Scluptures, a futuristic dome, nature and culture centres, and gondola are part of the proposal, trouble is no one told the land owner, Ian Cassels.

What do you think?
Is a National Heritage Park a goer or would you prefer the land be used as a special housing area, as planned?

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1497 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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