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1562 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Welcome to our first ever edition of Way Back Wednesday. Each week we'll be posting an historic photo showing scenes from around Wellington.

Tell us where you think it is and feel free to share your memories.

Today's photograph comes courtesy of Graham Stewart and the Woolf Collection.

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1560 days ago

1 Week to Nominate

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

Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and … View more
Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1560 days ago

Our fermentation workshop is back!

Inma from Karori

Join us on the 12th September at the Karori Community Centre for round 2 of our popular workshop. You will learn all about fermentation and how to make your own kraut.

Only 4 tickets left!

Full details and bookings here -> bestkepthealth.co...

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1560 days ago

Yarns in Barns Wairarapa literary festival - on sale now

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

Held in small venues across the Wairarapa Yarns in Barns is a gem, a literary festival with a rural twist. 8th–18th October 2020
. Catch Monique Fiso in conversation with Martin Bosley, Jim Bolger, a Yarn in the Barn with Dog Zen author Mark Vette and Poems on the Vine at Gladstone
Vineyard … View more
Held in small venues across the Wairarapa Yarns in Barns is a gem, a literary festival with a rural twist. 8th–18th October 2020
. Catch Monique Fiso in conversation with Martin Bosley, Jim Bolger, a Yarn in the Barn with Dog Zen author Mark Vette and Poems on the Vine at Gladstone
Vineyard and MORE. Check out the programme and remember with events in small venues don't linger, get your tickets now.

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1563 days ago

Concern over lack of masks on public transport

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Do you feel safe on the bus or train?

Metlink staff and customers have spoken out about passengers not wearing masks, and the lack of physical distancing on Wellington's public transport system. Advice on measures to suppress the spread of Covid-19 are not being heard, they say.

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1560 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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1560 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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1560 days ago

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

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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1560 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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1561 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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1561 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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1561 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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1561 days ago

Planning for Growth pop-up

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Come and visit the Planning for Growth Pop-up in Post Office Square on Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 September between 10am and 2pm.

There will be information, visuals and an opportunity to talk to the team to find out what the Draft Spatial Plan means for the city.

You can find more information on … View more
Come and visit the Planning for Growth Pop-up in Post Office Square on Tuesday 1 and Wednesday 2 September between 10am and 2pm.

There will be information, visuals and an opportunity to talk to the team to find out what the Draft Spatial Plan means for the city.

You can find more information on the Planning for Growth website:

planningforgrowth.wellington.govt.nz...

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1561 days ago

Market rent

Andrew from Personal Property Management

When it comes to the Rental Market our company Personal Property Management are experts in getting the RIGHT rent for our owners. Our understanding of the market and current environment ensures you receive optimal rent income. This starts at the beginning of our process and continues throughout … View moreWhen it comes to the Rental Market our company Personal Property Management are experts in getting the RIGHT rent for our owners. Our understanding of the market and current environment ensures you receive optimal rent income. This starts at the beginning of our process and continues throughout the tenancy to ensure your property is giving you the return it should.
If you are concerned your rental property is not performing as it should be, we would be happy to help.
Andrew Monastra, Personal Property Management Ltd.

0274888933
andrew@personalpm.co.nz

At Personal Property Management we offer 1 on 1 service where you have a dedicated member of the team personally looking after you, your property and tenants.

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