Paremata, Porirua

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1174 days ago

Where you can get tested

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The Porirua City Council has posted where people can get tested. Please remember to be polite

"See the tile below on the two Covid-19 testing centres in Porirua. Thanks Izzy Ford! Here's some details on the main Bedford St testing site: 178 Bedford Street, Cannons Creek, Porirua COVID … View more
The Porirua City Council has posted where people can get tested. Please remember to be polite

"See the tile below on the two Covid-19 testing centres in Porirua. Thanks Izzy Ford! Here's some details on the main Bedford St testing site: 178 Bedford Street, Cannons Creek, Porirua COVID TESTING HOURS TODAY 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Mon – Sat 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sun 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM HOURS HAVE INCREASED DUE TO THE LEVEL 4 LOCKDOWN. 0900-1800 DAILY PLEASE BE PATIENT AS WE ARE EXPECTING INCREASED DEMAND Primarily a drive through testing centre, but can also see people on foot. Bookings preferred through our call centre 0508 672 862. When testing demand is high, people with clinical symptoms and Covid-19 contact alerts will be prioritised. We are not currently doing testing for people without symptoms or known exposure to Covid-19. Meanwhile, the Wi Neera Dr pop up centre is in the B Block at Whitireia Polytechnic and hours are 10am-4pm.
If you want to book a vaccine, click on Read More for the link.

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1174 days ago

Frontline heroes: Paramedics aren't standoffish, they're just distancing

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View more
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?

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1179 days ago

Have you got your teddy out yet?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love … View more
Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love to see a picture or hear your teddies story.

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1175 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1177 days ago

Pet of the Day; Meet Rango

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
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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1175 days ago

Be kind and stay in your bubble

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The Porirua City Council is reminding everyone to stay in their bubble.

"Remember, if you’re out exercising locally, that at Alert Level 4 playgrounds, courts and skate parks are all closed and please don’t use picnic tables. While you’re out please stay in your bubbles, keep a 2 metre … View more
The Porirua City Council is reminding everyone to stay in their bubble.

"Remember, if you’re out exercising locally, that at Alert Level 4 playgrounds, courts and skate parks are all closed and please don’t use picnic tables. While you’re out please stay in your bubbles, keep a 2 metre distance from others and wear face coverings if there’s any chance of getting close to others. Most importantly, be kind and we’ll all get through this together. Stay safe Porirua."

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1175 days ago

Remote Access IT Support during Lockdowns

Logan from Freedom Living Charitable Trust

With everyone working from home for the foreseeable future if you run into any IT issues or have queries feel free to send Freedom Living an email as we offer remote IT support and free advice for any queries or questions that you might have!

You can either visit our link below or email … View more
With everyone working from home for the foreseeable future if you run into any IT issues or have queries feel free to send Freedom Living an email as we offer remote IT support and free advice for any queries or questions that you might have!

You can either visit our link below or email lsayers@flct.org.nz

1177 days ago

Lockdown

Jenson from Aotea

Unsure if people are aware they need to keep children and themselves away from playgrounds and children parks. Sad to see our community flouting these guidelines.

1180 days ago

Pet of the Day. Meet Leela

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

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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1178 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs … View more
This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs or leaves that might cover the subject or create unwanted shadows. Lately I've been thinking sometimes it's good to put a bit of habitat in, especially when it has such beautiful colours as this winter tree just starting to bud up. Kererū/ wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae), rocking those golden browns and forest greens."

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1178 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet (Benjamn Button) aka Peepo

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A … View more
Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A couple weeks ago we adopted Benjamin Button, now called Peepo. He has been a delight and a half, to say the least, and has grown so big in such a small amount of time! Slowly, he has adjusted to his new home and is now a superb older brother to his little sister, Namnam. The staff at the SPCA were super helpful throughout the entire adoption process, even giving us tips on how to introduce our new kittens. Suffice to say they are now best buddies."

1180 days ago

Shine a light on your favourite picture

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lock-down can be a little boring so to keep amused I am asking you to post an interesting or favourite picture.
Mine is the Baring Head lighthouse near Wellington.
It is a rugged and beautiful spot, and the light was just right for this picture.
Post a picture and tell us a little bit about it.

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1177 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Kapi-Mana News right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here. Read now

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1178 days ago

Share My Super

Bill from Ranui

For many superannuitants like myself daily life has gone quiet. No visits to friends and family, no outings other than local walks. Some of us will be saving money, expecially on petrol, and on treats such as coffees, eating out, and entertainment. It's a good time to think of those who … View moreFor many superannuitants like myself daily life has gone quiet. No visits to friends and family, no outings other than local walks. Some of us will be saving money, expecially on petrol, and on treats such as coffees, eating out, and entertainment. It's a good time to think of those who aren't so lucky, and in particular children living in poverty. If you have money to spare - however little - go to the Share My Super website sharemysuper.org.nz..., where you can donate to a variety of charities with a proven track record in helping children in poverty. It's very simple to donate, and all the money goes straight to your chosen charity. There couldn't be a better time to help.

1178 days ago

Wellington Free Ambulance needs your support

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Covid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region… View moreCovid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region and if 85,.000 text ONESIE to 3181 to donate $3, that would be an incredible $255,000, the cost of a new ambulance. You can also donate online at onesieday.co.nz

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