Colonial Knob, Porirua

1228 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable means everything to us

The Warehouse

If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View more
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
 
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.

Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.

Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Find out more

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1230 days ago

Plan for 30,000 affordable houses between Lower Hutt and Porirua

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A proposal to build 30,000 affordable houses, on land between Porirua and Lower Hutt, has little support amongst local body politicians.
Lower Hutt real estate agent John Ross is promoting a plan to develop 1800 hectares, known as the Kilmister Block​, as the solution to Wellington’s housing … View more
A proposal to build 30,000 affordable houses, on land between Porirua and Lower Hutt, has little support amongst local body politicians.
Lower Hutt real estate agent John Ross is promoting a plan to develop 1800 hectares, known as the Kilmister Block​, as the solution to Wellington’s housing crisis.
Greater Wellington chair Daran Ponter and Porirua Mayor Anita Baker have both rejected the plan, citing its potential ecological value. Ponter supports planting it in natives for carbon emission credits.
What do you think? Is it an idea worth pursuing?

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1232 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Two well known Wellingtonians. Do you know who these two are?

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1230 days ago

Matariki

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Wellington

Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!

We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo … View more
Ngā mihi o te tau hou Māori e hoa mā! Happy Māori New Year!

We want tamariki and rangatahi across Aotearoa to shine as bright as Matariki does and we'll keep working hard to empower them to be the best versions of themselves.

Kanapa mai rangatahi mā - ngā rangatira mo āpōpō!

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1232 days ago

Poll: Should we re-open the Aussie travel bubble?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Our travel bubble with our friends across the ditch is under pressure with Covid proving hard to bring under control in New South Wales. Closing the border would have a dramatic impact on areas like Queenstown.
Tell us what you think and why.
Remember if you do not want your comment used by Stuff … View more
Our travel bubble with our friends across the ditch is under pressure with Covid proving hard to bring under control in New South Wales. Closing the border would have a dramatic impact on areas like Queenstown.
Tell us what you think and why.
Remember if you do not want your comment used by Stuff please put NFP.

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Should we re-open the Aussie travel bubble?
  • 8.5% Yes
    8.5% Complete
  • 52.3% No
    52.3% Complete
  • 39.1% Only if Aussie is Covid free
    39.1% Complete
894 votes
1230 days ago

Porirua Little Theatre actor wants council to gift land for new premises

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Porirua Little Theatre member Tanisha Wardle wants the Porirua City Council to gift the theatre group a piece of land, so it can build a purpose-built theatre.
The theatre has been bouncing around makeshift performance spaces since its home since 1950, the US Marines Hall in Tītahi Bay, was closed… View more
Porirua Little Theatre member Tanisha Wardle wants the Porirua City Council to gift the theatre group a piece of land, so it can build a purpose-built theatre.
The theatre has been bouncing around makeshift performance spaces since its home since 1950, the US Marines Hall in Tītahi Bay, was closed in 2012 after being deemed structurally unsafe. The building was declared an earthquake risk the following year.
Wardle ​is calling for the Porirua City Council to gift it a piece of land, so it can build itself a new home.

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1231 days ago

Inclusive Communities – July 1st to 31st 🥰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There are many ways to take part! From hosting a… View more
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.

There are many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck or film screening to providing prevention information / resources in other languages, there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their first language or ensuring local footpaths are clear and accessible.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re creating inclusive communities this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1233 days ago

Are you in group three and waiting to be vaccinated?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We are looking for people in group three who are waiting to be vaccinated. If you had problems getting information or making an appointment we would like to hear from you for a Stuff story.
Please contact Brittany Keogh email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz

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1232 days ago

Event Schedule

Porirua City Council

Ben Makisi
TICKETS: 3 July, 6.30pm - 9pm. $70pp
You won't want to miss this fantastic three-course banquet with opera singer Ben Makisi. 👉🏽 event details

Under the stars experience
FREE: 3, 4, 10 & 11 July at 10am - 3pm
Experience the story of Matariki, a virtual haka, and the… View more
Ben Makisi
TICKETS: 3 July, 6.30pm - 9pm. $70pp
You won't want to miss this fantastic three-course banquet with opera singer Ben Makisi. 👉🏽 event details

Under the stars experience
FREE: 3, 4, 10 & 11 July at 10am - 3pm
Experience the story of Matariki, a virtual haka, and the spectacular starlit setting. 👉🏽 event details

Community Singalong
FREE: 4 July, 6pm - 8pm
Bring the whānau, your singing pipes & a blanket for a community singalong 👉🏽 event details

Arena Fitness Group Fit: Hula Active
FREE: 5 July, 6pm - 6.45pm
Get your groove back this Matariki by joining us for a free Arena Hula Active class. 👉🏽 event details

Matariki craft session with Hinehapainga
FREE: 6 July, 12.30 - 1.30pm, registration required
Special Matariki craft session, making star mobiles to celebrate the Māori new year. 👉🏽 event details

Arena Fitness Group Fit: Body Balance
FREE: 6 July, 7pm - 7.45pm
Let's stretch and unwind together at our special Matariki-themed Body Balance class. 👉🏽 event details

Matariki Story World
FREE: 7 July, 10.45am - 11.30am
Matariki Story World with Porirua Libraries – twinkle, twinkle, little stars. 👉🏽 event details

Te Reo Māori Baby Band
FREE: 8 July, 10.30am - 11.00am
Join the Baby Band team at Porirua Libraries during Matariki. 👉🏽 event details

Hāngi Under the Stars
TICKETS: 8 July, 5.00pm - 7.00pm. $17 per hāngi
Join us for a hearty hāngi, Matariki celebrations, and stories of the stars. 👉🏽 event details
Find out more

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1233 days ago

Weather watch

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Drivers are being reminded to take care with strong winds, hail and the possibility of snow . It was hailing heavily when I left Maungaraki to head in to Wellington this morning. What is it like at your place?
Please feel free to post any photos you have of the weather.
Stay warm and remember if … View more
Drivers are being reminded to take care with strong winds, hail and the possibility of snow . It was hailing heavily when I left Maungaraki to head in to Wellington this morning. What is it like at your place?
Please feel free to post any photos you have of the weather.
Stay warm and remember if you do not want your comments used, please put NFP.

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1237 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Photographer Andrew Gorrie took this beautiful picture of a ruru.

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1234 days ago

New Zealand Honey varieties

Rod from Hive World Honey

Most New Zealand honey varieties are unique to New Zealand as these plants grow nowhere else in the world.
We now stock Rewarewa honey, also known as New Zealand honeysuckle.
This tree has red bottle brush like flowers and reddish wood and sap. The honey is rich with a reddish tinge and has high … View more
Most New Zealand honey varieties are unique to New Zealand as these plants grow nowhere else in the world.
We now stock Rewarewa honey, also known as New Zealand honeysuckle.
This tree has red bottle brush like flowers and reddish wood and sap. The honey is rich with a reddish tinge and has high levels of peroxide-based antibiotic and anti-oxidant activity.

1234 days ago

Experience the latest hearing aid technology!

Bloom

Book your free Sound Experience in your local bloom hearing clinic and try the newest almost invisible hearing aids.

They stream sound seamlessly from your phone (Android and iPhone) and can adjust to any situation to fit your lifestyle.

Our friendly, qualified, staff is here to support you… View more
Book your free Sound Experience in your local bloom hearing clinic and try the newest almost invisible hearing aids.

They stream sound seamlessly from your phone (Android and iPhone) and can adjust to any situation to fit your lifestyle.

Our friendly, qualified, staff is here to support you on your journey to better hearing. Don’t miss out, book today.
Book now

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1234 days ago

Looking for an apprentice?

Competenz

Advertise your entry-level and apprentice roles with Competenz through our free online job board, we have pre-qualified and motivated jobseekers ready to match with your organisation.

Find your next apprentice with Competenz!

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