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This week we feature a picture and words from Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
"A visit to Silverstream yesterday afternoon to see if I could find some kingfishers and I was rewarded by the sight of several of them on powerlines, swooping down to grab tasty morsels, but couldn't get close … View moreThis week we feature a picture and words from Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
"A visit to Silverstream yesterday afternoon to see if I could find some kingfishers and I was rewarded by the sight of several of them on powerlines, swooping down to grab tasty morsels, but couldn't get close enough to any of them to get decent shots so these photos are heavily cropped. At one point a kingfisher was sharing his line with a huge group of Starlings! I loved watching the two magpies displaying teamwork when tearing at a clump of grasses! As I walked through St Pats, the sparrows were enjoying a dustbath!"
The SPCA Neighbourly Pet of the Day is Snowflake.
"I am super sweet and thanks to my amazing foster family, I am used to dogs, cats and children.
I will need to be adopted to a home with an existing female rabbit, so if you have a lonely rabbit, maybe we could be friends. I will need a … View moreThe SPCA Neighbourly Pet of the Day is Snowflake.
"I am super sweet and thanks to my amazing foster family, I am used to dogs, cats and children.
I will need to be adopted to a home with an existing female rabbit, so if you have a lonely rabbit, maybe we could be friends. I will need a weather-proof hutch, with a run for day time. At night, I will need a space inside your home. it can be a room, or a hutch, but some where I can spend time with the family.
If this sounds like your set up, please be in touch with my care givers to make an appointment to meet me."
Thank you, Aotearoa.
You helped The Press and the Rod Donald Trust buy Mt Herbert/Te Ahu Pātiki the highest peak in Christchurch.
But you can still help.
The generosity of Kiwis has now secured the land's future as a public conservation park.
Further donations will help the … View moreThank you, Aotearoa.
You helped The Press and the Rod Donald Trust buy Mt Herbert/Te Ahu Pātiki the highest peak in Christchurch.
But you can still help.
The generosity of Kiwis has now secured the land's future as a public conservation park.
Further donations will help the trust restore the land to its former forested glory.
Dominion Post photographer Kevin Stent took this picture of moon rising over Palmer Head Fortress, Wellington, prior to a much anticipated blood moon later in the evening.
If you have a photo of the blood moon, please post it.
All Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)
- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
- … View moreAll Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)
- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
- Tramping Hunting boots from $180
- Packs 25l to 80l from $150
- Recurve bows from $250
Full range of Hunting Camping/tramping gear available - Torches, Binos, Thermal imaging, Gas Cookers, food, etc
807 Fergusson Drive
Upper hutt
04 939 6184
email sales@theoutdoorshut.co.nz
Hello Neighbours!
Paremata Dental has just opened at 98 Mana Esplanade. We are now taking bookings and looking forward to welcoming new patients.
If you book with our Dentist or Hygienist during May, June or July you will receive a 50% discount off the new “Pola Light- SDI” take home … View moreHello Neighbours!
Paremata Dental has just opened at 98 Mana Esplanade. We are now taking bookings and looking forward to welcoming new patients.
If you book with our Dentist or Hygienist during May, June or July you will receive a 50% discount off the new “Pola Light- SDI” take home whitening system (RRP $200).
You can book online, via email, or call us. Just mention neighbourly when you book.
Now open late nights. Email us or book online today https://parematadental.co.nz/bookings/ or call us at 04 237 4414.
Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!
Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail … View morePaint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!
Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.
Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail price in May 2021 at Resene owned ColorShops.
What would you like to see happen to St Gerard's
The historic church has closed because of its earthquake-prone status. Its owners made the decision after the owners struggled to raise the $11 million to $13m needed to pay for strengthening work. Only $42,000 had been donated by July 2020.
An old black and white picture from early Wellington. Who can recognise where it is?
Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.
*Discount off the normal retail price at … View moreNeighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.
*Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 8 June 2021. Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Hi neighbours,
Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.
If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.
We provide full training and … View moreHi neighbours,
Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.
If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.
We provide full training and ongoing support.
Email wellington@samaritans.org.nz or phone 021 294 0036 or visit www.samaritans.org.nz
Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View moreLouise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.
"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."
We're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.
Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind … View moreWe're qualified local people who we have been serving Wellington families since 1946.
Gee & Hickton has a reputation for professional and caring service from our funeral directors and support staff who are passionate about going the extra mile to ensure families can have peace of mind at what can be a very stressful time.
Our commitment is to listen, guide you through the options and then take care of the details to make the funeral service meaningful.
Visit us at 6 Norrie Street, Porirua or contact us at (04) 237 5332
With the social isolation caused by Covid-19, libraries have more than ever become a hub for people to connect – with each other and, through technology, with the wider world. With this in mind, Porirua Libraries have created a series of programmes to help combat social isolation and enrich … View moreWith the social isolation caused by Covid-19, libraries have more than ever become a hub for people to connect – with each other and, through technology, with the wider world. With this in mind, Porirua Libraries have created a series of programmes to help combat social isolation and enrich people’s daily lives.
“Some of our new programmes are about having fun and getting to know others – our book clubs, board games and non-fiction group – and others offer very practical help, like our free digital courses and technology help.”
People can book a free one-on-one session with a library technician for help. There are also a series of digital courses for seniors at the city centre library, covering a range of topics.
“We aren’t all super tech savvy, and that could mean people are missing out on meaningful opportunities,” says Noha Ibraham, the Digital Inclusion librarian.
For more information on all the programmes on offer visit porirualibrary.org.nz or pop in to your local branch.
Hi from the team at Citizens Advice Bureau Porirua,
Our news is that we’ve opened a centre in Cannons Creek. You can visit us there for help and advice on any matter. It’s free and confidential.
Come and see us at 219 Bedford Street, Cannons Creek – open Wednesday afternoons 12.30 – … View moreHi from the team at Citizens Advice Bureau Porirua,
Our news is that we’ve opened a centre in Cannons Creek. You can visit us there for help and advice on any matter. It’s free and confidential.
Come and see us at 219 Bedford Street, Cannons Creek – open Wednesday afternoons 12.30 – 3.30 p.m.
We also want to remind you that our main office in Porirua is open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 3.30pm on Level 2, Pember House, 16 Hagley Street.
Call us at 0800 367 222 to find out how we can help you. No appointment necessary. There’s also lots of good information on our website.
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