Otaki District, Otaki

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1278 days ago

Gutter cleaneing

Heather from Waikanae Beach

I am looking for a recommendation for a local company to clean out the gutters on our house. Thank you.

1278 days ago

HP OfficeJet Pro8720

Duncan from Paraparaumu Beach

FREE!!
Hardly used. Fax and scanner work perfectly. Printer cartridges incompatible in NZ. FREE pickup Paraparaumu beach

Negotiable

1278 days ago

Solid Coffee Table

Duncan from Paraparaumu Beach

Solid coffee table. 140cm (L) x 80cm (W) x 34cm (H). Moving, surplus to needs.
Pick up Paraparaumu beach

Price: $100

1278 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1281 days ago

Pet of the Day: Siam the klepto-cat

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature Siam the klepto-cat. Not sure where Siam lives but the submission made by Sine Goldfinch was to good to ignore.
"Siam came in my cat door six years ago with this sponge in his mouth and dropped it at my feet as a gift for me. His owner gave him to me because he just … View more
This week we feature Siam the klepto-cat. Not sure where Siam lives but the submission made by Sine Goldfinch was to good to ignore.
"Siam came in my cat door six years ago with this sponge in his mouth and dropped it at my feet as a gift for me. His owner gave him to me because he just refused to go and six years on, he still brings the same sponge to me every night. I'm pretty sure it is the equivalent of roses in his mind."
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 live in.

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1278 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
Find out more

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1278 days ago

Otaki

Donna from Otaki District

NZ Society of Genealogy, Otaki Branch, Thursday 27 May 7.30 p.m start at Dr Gertrude Atmore Supper Room, Memorial Hall, Main St, Otaki
AGM followed by Rowan Carroll, Director New Zealand Police Museum will speak about the New Zealand Police Museum in Porirua and what resources can be found there

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1278 days ago

Kapiti Genealogy Day Meeting

Donna from Otaki District

Wednesday 26 May 1.30 p.m for a 2.00 p.m start at Waikanae Baptist Church Cafe, 286 Te Moana Rd, Waikanae.
A follow up from the night before meeting followed by research

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1278 days ago

Kapiti Evening Genealogy Group Meeting

Donna from Otaki District

Tuesday 25 May 7.00 p.m for a 7.30 p.m start at
Coast Community Church, 57 Hinemoa St, Paraparaumu
AGM followed by Kathy Callaghan sharing "Wendy's Story" Steps to finding living people when there is no DNA.
Free for members, $3 for visitors

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1278 days ago

RobinHood Laundry Cupboard and Basin

Stuart from Waikanae

Basin 500x400 mm. Complete with hoses.
In good order

Price: $25

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1278 days ago

Simpson AutoSensing 512 5kg Heavy Duty

Stuart from Waikanae

“Tangle Free”, Wall mounted. In very good order

Price: $45

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1278 days ago

Variable Oyster Catchers (#1756).

Paul from Levin

Variable Oyster Catchers in flight. Enlarge for a very much better view.

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1282 days ago

(Not A) Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Technically it is not a Feathered Friend but this a lovely pic from Rosa Marie after her recent visit to Zealandia. Weta used to be much more common, when was the last time you saw a weta in your garden?

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1284 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should be pretty easy.

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1279 days ago

Variable Oyster Catchers at Foxton Beach (#1730)

Paul from Levin

And within seconds it was a fight.

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