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Hi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason … View moreHi neighbours, we're keen to talk to people who live near a busy railway line - commuter or freight - about the pros and cons of the location.
What's the noise disturbance like? Do you notice it?
Was your house cheaper than others in the area?
Is the easy access to transport the reason you bought there?
If you can answer any of those questions, we'd love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or email homed@stuff.co.nz with your name and details. Have a great day!
Cops Called To Stop Hoons Running Wild On Beaches And Dunes -
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Kapiti's Mayor K Gurunathan has welcomed Central District Police moves to patrol beaches in north Kāpiti to stop hoons destroying dunes and terrifying wildlife.
Full story -- bit.ly...
UPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm
A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been … View moreUPDATE:
December 16
12.17pm
A Police spokesperson has informed Neighbourly that Caley has been found safe and well.
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Police are appealing to the public for any sightings of 17-year-old Caley, who has been missing since Sunday afternoon.
What you need to know:
- Caley left a Judgeford property on December 13, driving northbound in a green Daihatsu Sirion registration EPQ566.
- She was wearing a light blue/grey hooded sweatshirt and black leggings.
- She is around 168cm tall, medium build and has long blond hair.
Members of the public who have seen Caley or have any other information about where she might be, can call Police on 105 quoting file number 201214/7520.
Calling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while … View moreCalling all mountain bikers, walkers, runners and general outdoors lovers!
We’ve developed a Draft Track Network Plan for Te Kopahou Reserve and we want to get your thoughts.
We need a plan that provides opportunities for people to get out and enjoy this rugged and wild reserve, while protecting what makes it so special – your feedback is key to this.
Make sure you head online to wellington.govt.nz/te-kopahou, check out the draft plan and make a submission before 28 Feb.
Massey University's top 10 quotes of the year
“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how… View moreMassey University's top 10 quotes of the year
“Because we can't get on each other's nerves if we're dancing constantly.” – The Buchanan family in their music video that went viral during lockdown
* “When my eyebrow goes up, it’s a joke." – Judith Collins on how people can tell whether she is joking or being serious
* “I am the orange face you can trust." – Orange-fronted parakeet requesting votes in Bird of the Year competition
* “There are no new cases of Covid-19 to report in New Zealand today.” – Dr Ashley Bloomfield at press conferences throughout the year
* “The Aussies can have Russell Crowe, but they can’t have our buzzy bee.” – Simon Beattie after The Crown shifted the New Zealand buzzy bee scene to Australia
* “Let it be known these tears are not for you.” – Sara Qasem speaking to the Christchurch Mosque gunman in her victim impact statement
* “I did a little dance.” – Jacinda Ardern when asked how she reacted when New Zealand had zero active cases of Covid-19 for the first time
* “You're on mute.” – Most New Zealanders on Zoom from March 2020 onwards
* “Put your jazz cabbage away people.” – Hilary Barry on referendum results showing New Zealanders voted against legalising cannabis
* “It really highlights how three-ply soft we've become as a species.” – psychology professor Marc Wilson on stockpiling toilet paper during lockdown
So, I spent a weekend hitting the open homes and seeing what it's like to try to buy as a solo person. Folks, it's tough out there... As an older, single person, it's really tough. Take a look at how I found "the churn" and let me know how it compares to your experience.
Make an appointment to visit now!
Fairview Nursery - a small nursery focussed on native plants in Paraparaumu.
We have $7 six packs of the following
Carex Flagellifera - attractive bronze coloured 50cm sedge
Ficinia Nodosa - Knobby Club Rush - wetlands and dune restoration.
Plus we have some … View moreMake an appointment to visit now!
Fairview Nursery - a small nursery focussed on native plants in Paraparaumu.
We have $7 six packs of the following
Carex Flagellifera - attractive bronze coloured 50cm sedge
Ficinia Nodosa - Knobby Club Rush - wetlands and dune restoration.
Plus we have some nice healthy
Carex Testacea Copper and Blue grasses in 10cm pots for $5.00 each.
Ake Ake, Phormium Cookianum 5cm at 10 for $15.00
Lots more big (Kauri, Totara, Rimu) and small (dwarf flaxes etc) in our ground cover, native grasses, flaxes, shrubs and tree range. Native your garden before summer!!
PLEASE NOTE: APPOINTMENT ONLY
Please call or text if wanting to visit our small nursery in Paraparaumu, to make sure we are on hand. Here most days and times, just let us know.
0274 933 626 or 04 297 3237
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz......
Note we do not have efptos so cash or mobile banking app transfer on your phone on the day!
Don't mess with Paksha Mukesh Patel.
The plucky Hastings dairy owner chased an armed robber out of her dairy after he demanded money.
Patel said she was a “little bit scared” during the ordeal, but wanted to protect what was hers.
Yes, the headline is right. A 30sqm home in the Wairarapa on a 447sqm section in Daniel St, Martinborough, sold at auction for $595,000.
Tremain Real Estate sales consultant Pete Sykes said the price was “up there”, given the size of the land and the building.
“It is a bit unusual but the … View moreYes, the headline is right. A 30sqm home in the Wairarapa on a 447sqm section in Daniel St, Martinborough, sold at auction for $595,000.
Tremain Real Estate sales consultant Pete Sykes said the price was “up there”, given the size of the land and the building.
“It is a bit unusual but the market has been bit unusual since Covid.”
Do you think prices in the region have hit a peak yet or will prices continue to rise?
A more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.
At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.
Right now … View moreA more sustainable Aotearoa begins with the choices each Kiwi makes, and our customers have asked us to help make them those choices easier when they’re shopping for their families.
At The Warehouse, you’ll find an ever-growing range of products that are kinder to our planet.
Right now we’re at 8,000 and counting – and with 5,000 of them available for just $20 or less, sustainable is more affordable than ever.
Something a bit different this week a Red Eared Slider, turtle. She was found in Wainuiomata.
"I am now looking for a pond. If I had company in the pond like another turtle, that's even better. I am quite grumpy for a turtle, so will need an experienced person to adopt me. If you have an… View moreSomething a bit different this week a Red Eared Slider, turtle. She was found in Wainuiomata.
"I am now looking for a pond. If I had company in the pond like another turtle, that's even better. I am quite grumpy for a turtle, so will need an experienced person to adopt me. If you have an amazing setup and are looking for a new family member, please get in touch with my caregivers."
Check out her listing at the Wellington SPCA.
"I am a Maine Coon my name is Blue and love to climb. I am a big boy and not quite two years old."
Proud owner Dianne Foley submitted the picture of Blue with his little mate Joey.
The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on … View more"I am a Maine Coon my name is Blue and love to climb. I am a big boy and not quite two years old."
Proud owner Dianne Foley submitted the picture of Blue with his little mate Joey.
The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.
Vote: follow the instructions on your voting document
Pack: put your voting document in the orange return envelope
Post: seal the envelope and post or deliver
Post by Thursday 10 December
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Deliver to a ballot box by NOON 16 December 2020
If you’re eligible to vote, but are not on … View moreVote: follow the instructions on your voting document
Pack: put your voting document in the orange return envelope
Post: seal the envelope and post or deliver
Post by Thursday 10 December
– or –
Deliver to a ballot box by NOON 16 December 2020
If you’re eligible to vote, but are not on the roll, there is still time to enrol and make a special vote.
Ballot boxes are at the Waikanae and Paraparaumu libraries and
service centres In addition a vote drop box will be at the following
locations and times:
Friday, 11 Dec 11am–2pm Outside Waikanae New World, Parata Street
Saturday, 12 Dec 8am–12 noon Waikanae Market, Park Avenue
Monday, 14 Dec 11.30am–2pm Waikanae Beach, by tennis court on Tutere Street
Tuesday, 15 Dec
6.15–9.30am Waikanae Train Station
8.30–9am Waikanae Primary School entrance, Seddon Street
8.30–9am Kapakapanui School entrance, Rimu Street
10am–12 noon Outside Waikanae Golf Course, Te Moana Road
1–4pm Outside Waikanae Bowling Club, Te Moana Road
Wednesday, 16 Dec 6.15–9.30am Waikanae Train Station
Please check our website for any updates kapiticoast.govt.nz/byelection/2020
or contact the electoral officer on 0800 486 486
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