Watch out for toxic algae in local rivers
With the warmer weather it is time to remember to look out for toxic algae, which is lethal to dogs, in local rivers.
There is currently outbreaks in the Pakuratahi River (Kaitoke) and Waipoua River in the Wairarapa. People are advised not to swim in both areas and to keep dogs on a lead.
Stand-Out Festive Decor: Build a Big DIY Nutcracker
Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover it in fabric scraps. Find out how to make your own nutcracker with these easy step by step instructions.
Wellington’s weird and wonderful trivia from 2025
📰 The Post has rounded up some of Wellington’s weird and wonderful trivia from 2025 – from the most popular dog names to the books you couldn’t put down at local libraries.
✨ Our question for you: In a year that’s felt a bit taxing, what weird, wonderful, or just plain fun things have brightened your 2025?
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