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1453 days ago

lost cat

Beth from Titahi Bay

My indoor cat Ginny has got out this morning. We're on Rothwell street. Please keep an eye out for her and message me if you find her. My number is on her pink collar. She's very friendly and can be easily picked up if found. Thank you

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1453 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Benny and Bobby

Reporter Community News

Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every … View more
Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


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.

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1453 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Register now

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1453 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
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1454 days ago

Tō Tātou Rohe | Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Another fortnight, another issue of Tō Tātou Rohe | Our Region – a digest of what’s happening across Greater Wellington. Read it here: bit.ly...

If you’d like to subscribe, go online to: gw.govt.nz/tatou-rohe

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1454 days ago

Tomorrow is International Volunteer Day...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say THANK YOU to all of the amazing people who make Neighbourhood Support possible across Aotearoa!

If you know someone who is giving back in your community, show them some love. Don't let their acts of generosity go unnoticed.

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1456 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Lots of questions in this picture. What year? Where is it taken from and what do your recognise?

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1454 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter December 2020

Office for Seniors

Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it … View more
Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it and pass it on to others you think might be interested bit.ly...

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1454 days ago

A Children's Christmas Party

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

A Children's Christmas Party. Organised by Allan and Barbara Nichols and their band of merry helpers, the legendary Plimmerton Rotary Children's Party lived up to its reputation. Nigel the Magician, Father Christmas and his little helper, Glenys, presents, yummy food, even Harold the … View moreA Children's Christmas Party. Organised by Allan and Barbara Nichols and their band of merry helpers, the legendary Plimmerton Rotary Children's Party lived up to its reputation. Nigel the Magician, Father Christmas and his little helper, Glenys, presents, yummy food, even Harold the Giraffe came to this Party. What more could the 28 young children attending wish for? Mind you, the Editor is not sure the parents loved the noisy blowers each child received ...

1454 days ago

2020 Primary Schools Speech Contest

Rhondda Sweetman from Plimmerton Rotary

On Friday 27 November, Discovery School again hosted the Rotary Primary schools speech contest, and a very fine and popular event it turned out to be.

The nine schools in the Paramoana cluster take part in the contest, and they take things very seriously. Students first have to win their own … View more
On Friday 27 November, Discovery School again hosted the Rotary Primary schools speech contest, and a very fine and popular event it turned out to be.

The nine schools in the Paramoana cluster take part in the contest, and they take things very seriously. Students first have to win their own school’s internal competition before they go forward to the main contest.

All the entrants demonstrated that they had been well-coached in speaking, and had rehearsed their presentations carefully. Some were delivered without the use of notes.

The self-chosen topics varied widely, from the frivolous to the serious. The pitfalls of social media featured, as did other issues which concern pre-teens.

The prize-winners were James Morahan of Plimmerton School, for a comical talk about cookies (the edible sort), and Ronin Herd of Papakowhai School, who explored the belief that the earth is flat.

The event was organised and chaired by Sarah Jenner, teacher at Discovery, but David Knight was again busy behind the scenes, providing the trophies and certificates and support to Sarah. Philip Reidy created the handsome certificates. President Bill McAulay spoke for the club, and Wendy Betteridge and David Pine were on the judging panel.

Our club has sponsored this contest since 2003. It is a friendly event which needs little funding by the club and does much for our prestige in the area. About ten club members were able to attend, and the contestants were well supported by teachers, parents and siblings.

1455 days ago

Volunteers needed

Lorna Harvey from

Age Concern Wellington needs volunteers for the Shopping and Visitor Services in Porirua. Do you have a heart for seniors and a little spare time? Please email ea@acwellington.org.nz or see our website for more information. Thank you! www.acwellington.org.nz......

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1455 days ago

Neighbours Day Aotearoa is back and has even more ways you can get involved next year with their theme: The Great Plant Swap 🌻

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've … View more
The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've experienced with their new 'Notes for Neighbours' - any sort of note goes including poems! These will be shared on their Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be specially chosen to be featured on posters across Aotearoa.

Register your event, big or small, here today:

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1455 days ago

Start the new year with silent nights

Snorex

Summer is a great time to spend time away - but it's not so great when you have to share a tent or room with someone who snores. Stop the complaints from friends and family by getting fitted for a Snorex.

Snorex is a custom made anti-snoring device. Fitting over the top and bottom teeth … View more
Summer is a great time to spend time away - but it's not so great when you have to share a tent or room with someone who snores. Stop the complaints from friends and family by getting fitted for a Snorex.

Snorex is a custom made anti-snoring device. Fitting over the top and bottom teeth and made of a soft plastic, the Snorex is discreet and easy to travel with - no bulky masks or machines. It works by holding the jaw forward, opening up the airway and stopping snoring. Made in Stokes Valley for 25 years, each Snorex is custom fitted for comfort and efficacy.

Being custom made it does take time to complete each Snorex, but booking a fitting in before Christmas means that in January you can start having years of snore-free nights.

For more information, or to check available dates for an appointment, go to www.snorex.co.nz or call 0800 766 739
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1461 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week's featured bird is the oystercatcher, courtesy of Simon Woolf.

"Pretty rapt to see a clutch of oystercatcher, chicks and their parents, on Wellington's coast tonight. The adult birds were back from last year, and have three young ones in tow.
The adult bird had just caught… View more
This week's featured bird is the oystercatcher, courtesy of Simon Woolf.

"Pretty rapt to see a clutch of oystercatcher, chicks and their parents, on Wellington's coast tonight. The adult birds were back from last year, and have three young ones in tow.
The adult bird had just caught a worm and the competition was on, as to which bird would get a feed. The bird at the back is the runt, and was also the chick that was attacked by gulls.
It was also the chick that was not in any way defended by the parent birds, while the other two birds were well cared for. You certainly know which chick is the runt, when it runs only metres away from you, after being chased by a gull, and neither of the parent birds felt the inclination to attack me!
Life is cruel for a baby oystercatcher, however if you are the runt of the clutch, life is really hard!"

1456 days ago

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