Paremata, Porirua

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2653 days ago

Attention first home builders! Our experts are here to help

The Team from Jennian Homes

Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

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Most new home builders have a long list of questions...what building materials should we use? How can we include energy-saving features? How (and when) will the final price for my home be determined? How can we minimise unexpected costs and what warranties and guarantees will my new home have?

Questions like these are exactly the sort of questions we answer at our FREE Jennian New Home Builder Info Sessions. We invite you to come along, meet your local Jennian team and join us for an informative evening which will cover off these common questions and more.

Want to find out the answer to these key topics and more? Book a FREE complimentary seat at our next info session in your area.
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2658 days ago

Where's the best fish and chips?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

A chippie in Lower Hutt took the country's top honours, but where can you get good fish and chips in Porirua?

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2655 days ago

Corrugated polycarbonate or roofing iron

Carolyn from Whitby

Required to roof croquet club shelters. Perhaps you can help with some pieces - preferably cut to the length of 1.6 metres. In total we require 16 pieces though would be happy to receive any pieces in good condition.

Free

2653 days ago

Let's talk tiny!

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

I'm not ashamed to admit I'm taken with tiny houses so I'm pretty happy to see there's a tiny house house conference being held in Kapiti next month.
It got me wondering about tiny homes in Porirua - surely we have some?
I'd absolutely love to speak with people living … View more
I'm not ashamed to admit I'm taken with tiny houses so I'm pretty happy to see there's a tiny house house conference being held in Kapiti next month.
It got me wondering about tiny homes in Porirua - surely we have some?
I'd absolutely love to speak with people living the (my) dream so, if you're living in or building a tiny home, please send me a message here or on virginia.fallon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
By the way, the conference is being held at The Kapiti Community Centre, 15 Ngahina St, Paraparaumu on September 9, from 9am till 5pm!

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2653 days ago

Flooding

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Here's a rundown of Monday's flooding, as of 1.30pm, from the council:
We had flooding on Mungavin Ave just before lunch and our contractors are there now cleaning up. It may have dissipated by now since the rain has stopped.
Discover Drive was flooded for a time this morning but this … View more
Here's a rundown of Monday's flooding, as of 1.30pm, from the council:
We had flooding on Mungavin Ave just before lunch and our contractors are there now cleaning up. It may have dissipated by now since the rain has stopped.
Discover Drive was flooded for a time this morning but this has now cleared.
Kenepuru Drive at the corner of Raiha St is flooded and blocking one lane and contractors have been sent there.
Apart from these areas we had nine other flood related calls to the contact centre this morning.

2654 days ago

Anybody want old magazines?

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

We have about eight boxes full to give away at Kapi-Mana office!
Just pop in. 14 Hartham Place, Cobham Court.

2654 days ago

Wellington and Wairarapa's favourite teacher Matt Johnston gets the best out of his students

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Matt Johnston is doing great work at Pukerua Bay School.
Who was your favourite teacher? And why?

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2655 days ago

Travel around Wellington smarter

Smart Travel

Smart Travel is a new platform here to help friendly Wellingtonians like you get to where you’re going in a better way, making your travel cheaper, more social, and easier on the environment. By registering and creating a profile with Smart Travel, you can use the website and app to find other … View moreSmart Travel is a new platform here to help friendly Wellingtonians like you get to where you’re going in a better way, making your travel cheaper, more social, and easier on the environment. By registering and creating a profile with Smart Travel, you can use the website and app to find other commuters to carpool with, or offer your services as a driver. Sign up today and start logging your journeys and you could be in to win rewards like Prezzy Cards and vouchers. Learn more

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2656 days ago

Grants for children

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

What do you think about the council's plan to offer grants up to $500 to help small groups of young people?

2657 days ago

Seaview Titahi Bay furnished flat for rent short term

Marion from Titahi Bay

Furnished 2 bedroom flat for rent from Sept 7th for 4-6 weeks. Time period negotiable. Quiet area in a cul de sac with amazing views of the sea, Mana Island and when its clear, the South Island. You can call, email or text me if you would like to come and view.
Marion 04 236 7617 021 102 … View more
Furnished 2 bedroom flat for rent from Sept 7th for 4-6 weeks. Time period negotiable. Quiet area in a cul de sac with amazing views of the sea, Mana Island and when its clear, the South Island. You can call, email or text me if you would like to come and view.
Marion 04 236 7617 021 102 5151 suttonm@xtra.co.nz
Please take a look at the Trade me ad www.trademe.co.nz...

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2657 days ago

Get fit & healthy and WIN a free Fitbit!

SuperValue New Zealand

Exercising doesn't have to be a slog! You can make getting fit and healthy great fun, especially doing it with your best bud! Click through to SuperValue's Facebook page and TAG a fitness buddy to go in the draw to WIN a Fitbit for you and your friend. Tag a friend and win!

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2659 days ago

People parked unlawfully in disabled parks - do you say anything?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

There's been some comment lately about people who unlawfully use disabled car parks and it got us thinking.
Is this something you see often in Porirua City and would you say something if you saw someone using a park without displaying a permit?
Let us know - and remember to use NFP if you … View more
There's been some comment lately about people who unlawfully use disabled car parks and it got us thinking.
Is this something you see often in Porirua City and would you say something if you saw someone using a park without displaying a permit?
Let us know - and remember to use NFP if you don't want your comment published!

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2658 days ago

Car wanted

Karen from Whitby

*** WANTED ****
Low mileage auto vehicle 1.6L or smaller, WOF and REG a must. Price range $2.5-3,000 or will consider swaps for a 1999 1.8L auto Nissan Bluebird with less than 150,000 on the clock. Wanting a smaller car for my daughter that uses less gas. Please PM if interested

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