Plimmerton, Porirua

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2613 days ago

Remember the Otaki River Walkover is happening tomorrow!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We are looking forward to meeting those of you that have registered at the Greater Wellington Depot at 89 Riverbank Road, Otaki for an 8:30am start.

Just be sure you wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather.

Check out the links below for more information.

2614 days ago

The hours are on us!

Student Job Search

ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself! Enter now

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2614 days ago

Women's Institute fights back with young(er) blood

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

An aging membership has seen the demise of institutes across the country. So how can a beloved group such as the Women's Institute attract new members?
***Please put NFP with your post if you don't want it published in Kapi-Mana News!!**

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2614 days ago

Home and Garden Show - Westpac Stadium

The Team from Wellington Water

This Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 5pm we're at the Home and Garden Show at Westpac Stadium. Come and visit us at stand 81, aisle 5, enter our competition and be in to win a 200 liter emergency water tank or a hose trigger nozzle. See you there

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2615 days ago

Pukerua Bay School Book Fair & Pop up cafe. Election Day

Louis from Paekakariki

Cast your vote, grab a cuppa, a book and a tasty treat.10-2pm Saturday 23 September (Election Day) Loads of bargins to be had. Pukerua Bay School

2615 days ago

Introducing bluetiful

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Parents have criticised Crayola for calling its new blue crayon Bluetiful because some people think it will confuse children learning to spell. Will any of our parents be scrubbing Crayola off the shopping list or is it just a bunch of nonsense?
***Please put NFP with your comments if you … View more
Parents have criticised Crayola for calling its new blue crayon Bluetiful because some people think it will confuse children learning to spell. Will any of our parents be scrubbing Crayola off the shopping list or is it just a bunch of nonsense?
***Please put NFP with your comments if you don't want them printed in next week's Kapi-Mana Newspaper! Thanks!**

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2616 days ago

Love your backyard this Conservation Week

The Team from Department of Conservation

We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View more
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.

There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....

Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!

If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...

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2616 days ago

Nettle me this! Know your regional pests

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Although nettle can make a nice tea on occasion, the perennial nettle (Urtica diocia) that our pest plants team deal with can form dense patches that compete with other native species for space and light. Livestock also don’t like it which reduces the area available for grazing. Not to mention it… View moreAlthough nettle can make a nice tea on occasion, the perennial nettle (Urtica diocia) that our pest plants team deal with can form dense patches that compete with other native species for space and light. Livestock also don’t like it which reduces the area available for grazing. Not to mention it stings! (Which is not a reason for controlling it of course but we are happy about that).

The upright herb can grow up to 1.5 metres tall and has leaves that are heart shaped and toothed, covered in hairs that may sting. It’s often found in older gardens, forest margins, pasture, streams and river banks.

Our pest plants team are mostly finding it around rivers and streams in the Wairarapa, but have also found it in areas which are grazed by livestock. So, if you think you’ve seen perennial nettle, the team wants to know. They’ll control it for free! Contact pest.plants@gw.govt.nz.

Read more about perennial nettle and what you can do about it here: www.gwrc.govt.nz...

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2617 days ago

Capital City Motors supporting the community!

Capital City Motors

It’s with great pleasure that we have recently formalised a relationship with the Wellington Children’s Hospital. As part of this, we have donated them two vehicles – a Ford Focus and Mazda CX-3 which look fantastic and will be seen around town a lot!

Capital City Motors have been a proud … View more
It’s with great pleasure that we have recently formalised a relationship with the Wellington Children’s Hospital. As part of this, we have donated them two vehicles – a Ford Focus and Mazda CX-3 which look fantastic and will be seen around town a lot!

Capital City Motors have been a proud Wellington business since 1923 and with that longevity comes a responsibility to give back to the community and we couldn’t think of a more deserving organisation than the children’s hospital.
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2617 days ago

Countdown is on 'til Wellington's Home and Garden Show!

Wellington Home and Garden Show

Just days to go till the Wellington Home & Garden Show! The first 500 visitors each day receive a complimentary block of Cadbury Coco Chocolate!

FRI & SAT 10am– 5pm
SUN 10am – 4pm
WESTPAC STADIUM

Over 210 exhibitors showcasing the latest trends & innovations, … View more
Just days to go till the Wellington Home & Garden Show! The first 500 visitors each day receive a complimentary block of Cadbury Coco Chocolate!

FRI & SAT 10am– 5pm
SUN 10am – 4pm
WESTPAC STADIUM

Over 210 exhibitors showcasing the latest trends & innovations, massive show only specials and prizes up for grabs, including your chance to win a $20,000 show prize! It’s the perfect day out for the family, you can even watch the Phoenix play on Saturday! Indoor and outdoor home solutions, home décor, kitchens, bathrooms and everything in-between! See you there!
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2617 days ago

Have you voted yet?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Are you voting early this year or waiting until Saturday?
I'm going to head along on Saturday [I like the tradition of it] but know plenty of my friends have already cast their votes.
What are you going to do?
Also, will you be watching the results roll in on Saturday night? I can't … View more
Are you voting early this year or waiting until Saturday?
I'm going to head along on Saturday [I like the tradition of it] but know plenty of my friends have already cast their votes.
What are you going to do?
Also, will you be watching the results roll in on Saturday night? I can't wait!

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