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42ltr Stainless steel bar fridge
About three years old but only used for about 1 month in total
In excellent condition with an ice box, removable shelf and reversible door
Ideal for camping or when friends and family come to stay and extra chilling space is required
… View more42ltr Stainless steel bar fridge
About three years old but only used for about 1 month in total
In excellent condition with an ice box, removable shelf and reversible door
Ideal for camping or when friends and family come to stay and extra chilling space is required
H: 500mm
W: 435mm
D: 465
From a smoke/pet free home
For 18 months, Nikki Guthardt’s thought her cat was probably dead. She’d even mourned over what she thought was his body.
But then, the cat came back.
Romeo the cat was last seen running out Guthardt’s front door not long after her family shifted to Upper Hutt in June last year.
Month … View moreFor 18 months, Nikki Guthardt’s thought her cat was probably dead. She’d even mourned over what she thought was his body.
But then, the cat came back.
Romeo the cat was last seen running out Guthardt’s front door not long after her family shifted to Upper Hutt in June last year.
Month after month she posted about Romeo, asking people to keep en eye out for him on community pages and lost pet registers.
They are known around the traps at Wellington Hospital as the three wise men, but Christmas Day triplets Elia, Rumi, and Sameer Alqudah were only born in the capital because there was no room at the Auckland inn.
The three boys – Elia and Rumi are identical twins while Sameer, or Sam, is… View moreThey are known around the traps at Wellington Hospital as the three wise men, but Christmas Day triplets Elia, Rumi, and Sameer Alqudah were only born in the capital because there was no room at the Auckland inn.
The three boys – Elia and Rumi are identical twins while Sameer, or Sam, is their non-identical triplet – were delivered by Caesarean section in Wellington Hospital in that order at 11.49am, 11.50am, and 11.53am on Friday.
Their mother, Dina Wahid, can't praise the staff at Wellington Hospital enough.
Happy New Year to everyone on Neighbourly. This week we feature Rosa Marie, who took her camera out on Christmas Day. You have got to love the picture of the pied stilt chick!
"Before the festivities began, it was a quick drive over the Pauahatanui Inlet to try and capture some Kingfishers on… View moreHappy New Year to everyone on Neighbourly. This week we feature Rosa Marie, who took her camera out on Christmas Day. You have got to love the picture of the pied stilt chick!
"Before the festivities began, it was a quick drive over the Pauahatanui Inlet to try and capture some Kingfishers on camera, but it turned out to be Pied Stilt kind of day as we couldn't see any Kingfishers. Most of these photos are taken from one of the hides! There were Pied Stilt chicks too so their parental concern was quite evident from lots of noisy flapping of wings at other birds when they got too close. They were quite grumpy with each other too!"
It's been a wet and warm few months which has been great for grass, but not so good for our mowing team, which has been busy trying to keep up with keeping it down.
The focus recently has been on busy sites like play areas, cemeteries and reserves, but despite our staff being a cut above the… View moreIt's been a wet and warm few months which has been great for grass, but not so good for our mowing team, which has been busy trying to keep up with keeping it down.
The focus recently has been on busy sites like play areas, cemeteries and reserves, but despite our staff being a cut above the rest and working long hours straight through to the New Year, we may not get to mow and trim everywhere – so we ask for patience in the meantime, and to remember the grass is always greener!
For more info on our awesome mowing team, check out the story and video here: wellington.govt.nz...
Hi everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New year I decided to buy myself another classic car as I have sold one of my larger cars and the wife said I am allowed to buy a Mini so I am prepared to pay very good money for one similar to those shown in photos will also consider Van’s and estate… View moreHi everyone a merry Christmas and a happy New year I decided to buy myself another classic car as I have sold one of my larger cars and the wife said I am allowed to buy a Mini so I am prepared to pay very good money for one similar to those shown in photos will also consider Van’s and estate minis please no major restoration, rust buckets , or highly modified machines.
The years I prefer are 1959 to 1985 but will consider up to late 90s Prices will obviously be based on condition ,roadworthyness ownership and mileage so if you have something you feel I might be interested in and you want to part with give me a call or txt on 0274453152 thanks Mike
Meet Ralph! This sweet boy spent months in SPCA care waiting for a forever family, and just ahead of Christmas, his dream came true.
His new dad Roger shares how Ralph is settling in.
"On day one of our adoption trial, we drove home together and Ralph held my hand the whole trip home (how … View moreMeet Ralph! This sweet boy spent months in SPCA care waiting for a forever family, and just ahead of Christmas, his dream came true.
His new dad Roger shares how Ralph is settling in.
"On day one of our adoption trial, we drove home together and Ralph held my hand the whole trip home (how cute!).
That evening as we were heading to bed after sniffing everything in the house, he leapt onto our bed, burrowed under our blankets and dozed off. We hadn’t even turned off the lights! From that moment, we knew this was meant to be.
He is a sweetheart, he has opinions, he loves to cuddle on the couch, he likes rides, he likes walks, he likes our other dog, Bandos. Ralph may be deaf but that does not stop him from living his best life. We love Ralph and we wouldn’t change him for the world. He’s also well-loved by his new aunties, uncles, grandparents and great grandparents!
We are sorry that Ralph took a bit longer to find his new forever home but are happy that he found it with us."
Cycle the Golden Mile
Midland Park | Lambton Quay | Wellington
10am: Kids Criterium
More info at: www.cycletournz.com...
It’s not everyday children can race their bikes or trikes along Lambton Quay … so grab this opportunity while you can! With the roads closed off to traffic, three races will… View moreCycle the Golden Mile
Midland Park | Lambton Quay | Wellington
10am: Kids Criterium
More info at: www.cycletournz.com...
It’s not everyday children can race their bikes or trikes along Lambton Quay … so grab this opportunity while you can! With the roads closed off to traffic, three races will be held to cater for different age groups.
• Under 5's 400m criterium
• 5 to 9-years 1km criterium (1 lap of the NZCC circuit)
• 10 to 12-years 2km criterium (2 laps of the NZCC circuit)
Spot prizes. Participation Ribbons. Medal presentation on official cycling podium to follow all three races.
Win a place on the official race podium of the fifth & final Stage the New Zealand Cycle Classic!
A truly unique opportunity to cycle along the smooth lanes of Lambton Quay, in the heart of Wellington city this summer. With roads closed off to traffic on Sunday, 17 January 2021, Cycle the Golden Mile is an opportunity for cyclists of all ages and abilities, and on all styles of bikes, to ride along Lambton Quay.
There is a fun Kid’s Criterium, a Celebrity Criterium featuring a who’s who of Wellington’s leading figures and two races for club riders.
Afterwards, line the Quay and soak up the festive atmosphere as New Zealand’s elite road cyclists race the fifth and final stage of the UCI 2.2 New Zealand Cycle Classic.
This will be a thrilling Criterium held on the same city streets followed by the presentation of the coveted Yellow Jersey to the Tour winner and overall classification jerseys from the previous four days of racing in Wairarapa.
It has been a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses, financial fallout and our closed borders.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year? It could be getting to know your neighbours, learning how to make bread or pizza dough, or just staying… View moreIt has been a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses, financial fallout and our closed borders.
What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year? It could be getting to know your neighbours, learning how to make bread or pizza dough, or just staying healthy.
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This is Boston aka Boss Dog. He is a Schnauzer-Westie-Cairns Terrier mix. Keily Neilson from Whitby says Boston came to her via a chance visit to a pet shop.
"One look at that little face and we were in love. His favorite thing to do is play with his four human siblings and annoy the family … View moreThis is Boston aka Boss Dog. He is a Schnauzer-Westie-Cairns Terrier mix. Keily Neilson from Whitby says Boston came to her via a chance visit to a pet shop.
"One look at that little face and we were in love. His favorite thing to do is play with his four human siblings and annoy the family cat Bonnie."
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.
Hi there!
I am looking for someone with a van (or station wagon?)who can help me tomorrow (27th) to bring a few things from a storage in Taita to Whitemans Valley.
The biggest item is the top of a standing desk which is 2 metres long (and won't fit in my car). Besides that, I need to carry … View moreHi there!
I am looking for someone with a van (or station wagon?)who can help me tomorrow (27th) to bring a few things from a storage in Taita to Whitemans Valley.
The biggest item is the top of a standing desk which is 2 metres long (and won't fit in my car). Besides that, I need to carry a rolled-up futon with dismantled base and possibly a few boxes.
Cash payment.
Thank you!
Hi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.
"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.
"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, shortly after we lost our great friend Eva McGauley. It didn't flower last year!
It is located in one of the most exposed places, anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand! Wellington's South Coast can be one of the most rugged, extreme environments anywhere in the world, and especially when an Antarctic blast hits Cook Strait. Winds exceeding 200kph, eight to 10 metre swells, and a sub zero wind chill factor are regular occurrences in this area.
Evie's Tree, for that's what we have called it, symbolises resilience, hope, strength and beauty, everthing Evie was.
After the past year, where we all have come through some adversity, Evie's Tree, proves that with adversity there is opportunity. If this stunning little pohutakawa can flower in the conditions it faces, we too can overcome most of which is thrown at us, and flourish too."
- Simon Woolf
This one could be a bit tricky. Many Wellingtonians see this on a daily basis but it has changed greatly in appearance over the years.
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