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1333 days ago

Find out more about volunteering for Victim Support!

Victim Support

What does 2021 hold in store for you? How about volunteering with Victim Support?

We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood!

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and … View more
What does 2021 hold in store for you? How about volunteering with Victim Support?

We’re recruiting new volunteers in your neighbourhood!

Volunteer Support Workers come from all walks of life, just like those who need our help. They make an incredible difference by providing support and information for people affected by crime, trauma, and suicide. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and assistance from our locally based staff.

Come and meet some of our Wellington and Hutt Valley team to find out what it’s all about!

Our next Volunteer Information Evenings are coming up on Tuesday 30 March (Hutt Valley) and Wednesday 31 March (Wellington). Follow the link to register or find out more.
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1338 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should not be too hard? What do you know about this image?

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1336 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Another pic from Kelson photographer Andrew Gorrie of a tui. O think you will agree it is a lovely photo.

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1334 days ago

Up your broadband quality, Lower Hutt!

The Team from Chorus

More and more Kiwis are choosing fibre, which means better, faster and more reliable broadband. Do you like to Zoom? Stream TV and movies? Work from home? We've got you covered. Fibre on the Chorus congestion-free network can handle a range of online activities.

Check out … View more
More and more Kiwis are choosing fibre, which means better, faster and more reliable broadband. Do you like to Zoom? Stream TV and movies? Work from home? We've got you covered. Fibre on the Chorus congestion-free network can handle a range of online activities.

Check out chorus.co.nz/wellington for the best options to suit your home.
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1335 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Girlgirl

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature Girlgirl from Masterton, who enjoys checking out the view. She is an ex SPCA rescue kitty and belongs to Karen Wilson from Masterton.

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View more
This week we feature Girlgirl from Masterton, who enjoys checking out the view. She is an ex SPCA rescue kitty and belongs to Karen Wilson from Masterton.

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.

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1336 days ago

Wellington regional transport; have your say

Digital Cafe

Greater Wellington & the Regional Transport Committee are committed to creating a safe and sustainable transport network to connect our extraordinary region, making it easier for people to live, work and play here.

We've got an online event Transport Into the Future - Workshop #4View more
Greater Wellington & the Regional Transport Committee are committed to creating a safe and sustainable transport network to connect our extraordinary region, making it easier for people to live, work and play here.

We've got an online event Transport Into the Future - Workshop #4 coming up this Saturday 13 March. We want to hear what you think about the proposed direction for the region’s transport network including public transport services and infrastructure investments.

Register for the event, or share your thoughts online - Have Your Say - before next Friday.
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1337 days ago

Experience Chilton in Action

Chilton St James School

Visit Chilton Saint James School during March for one of our Open Days, Friday 19 March, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 21 March 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our… View more
Visit Chilton Saint James School during March for one of our Open Days, Friday 19 March, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 21 March 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our strong academic focus with an internationally recognised curriculum.

Chilton offers specialist teachers including Te Reo, Dance, Music and Art, all within a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

At Chilton you can also discover our Dance Centre, free before school care, and a wealth of extra-curricular activities for your daughter.
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1338 days ago

Get decorating and $ave!

Resene

$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is … View more
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.

Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
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1338 days ago

Join us for Round the Backyard!

Round The Bays

NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, … View more
NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.

You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, neighbourhood or a nearby park.

There will be live leaderboards, an interactive course map and participant places in real-time, so you can have healthy rivalry between friends – all via a handy app!

Wanna learn more? Head to our website www.roundthebays.co.nz
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1339 days ago

Queen Margaret College Open Days

Queen Margaret College

We at QMC build confident, adventurous women ready to make their mark in the world. With 100 years of progress in girls' education, we’re passionate about creating amazing futures and seeing every student thrive.

We are the only girls school in Wellington to offer the International … View more
We at QMC build confident, adventurous women ready to make their mark in the world. With 100 years of progress in girls' education, we’re passionate about creating amazing futures and seeing every student thrive.

We are the only girls school in Wellington to offer the International Baccalaureate Programme for Years 1-13.

Come to one of our Open Days and experience the advantage of small classes, a unique curriculum and passionate, experienced teachers in our stunning, heritage location.
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1342 days ago

Pet of the Day. Meet Chewie

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature Chewie from Melrose who belongs to Deb Boates who says Chewie enjoys smelling flowers.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.

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1340 days ago

The Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 event map is now live! 🌻✅

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event

If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours … View more
To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event

If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours Day website' to have your event included when you sign-up.

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1343 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We again feature a pic from Louise Thomas. This week it is a grey warbler/riroriro.

"Nice to see a grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) in the weekend. I'm not hearing them as much now the cicadas have cranked themselves up to full volume. It's probably the end of the breeding … View more
We again feature a pic from Louise Thomas. This week it is a grey warbler/riroriro.

"Nice to see a grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) in the weekend. I'm not hearing them as much now the cicadas have cranked themselves up to full volume. It's probably the end of the breeding season as well. I was interested to read that only the males do the summer warbling, apparently the females only have a short chirp call. Don't ask me why this turkey is hanging upside down - there's always one."

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1345 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Any thoughts on the picture and where it was taken?

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1341 days ago

Wainuiomata hill road works

Jon from Hutt City Council

To ensure the safety of our community while travelling on the Wainuiomata Hill, high-friction surfacing will be laid on a section of the Wainuiomata-bound downhill lanes.

This work will be done on:
- Wednesday 10th March 5am to 3:30pm (Wainuiomata-bound)
- Wednesday 17th March – Friday 19th … View more
To ensure the safety of our community while travelling on the Wainuiomata Hill, high-friction surfacing will be laid on a section of the Wainuiomata-bound downhill lanes.

This work will be done on:
- Wednesday 10th March 5am to 3:30pm (Wainuiomata-bound)
- Wednesday 17th March – Friday 19th March 5am to 3:30pm (Wainuiomata-bound)
- Friday 19th March 10am to 6pm (Lower Hutt-bound)
- Wednesday 14th April 5am to 3:30pm (Wainuiomata-bound)

The work is weather dependent and could be delayed by bad weather.

This section of the road will be reduced to one lane during these hours, with possible stop/go at times.

For the safety of road users and contractors, please follow the traffic management signage and instructions, including the speed reductions. There will be some traffic delays so please plan ahead.

This work is required for the safety of road users, so your patience and understanding is appreciated.

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