1517 days ago

Porirua families won't be able to cremate loved ones for six months

Reporter Community News

Grieving Porirua families will need to have their loved ones cremated in other parts of Wellington, with Whenua Tapu crematorium and chapel set to close for around six months of repairs and upgrades.
Construction work to bring the almost 40-year-old chapel up to modern strengthening standards is needed, and its roof and ageing cremator needs to be replaced.

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5 days ago

Poll: Is your nearest emergency department up to scratch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Concerns have been raised about Nelson Hospital with complaints of lack of staffing and excessive wait times. Do you have confidence in your local emergency department?

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Is your nearest emergency department up to scratch?
  • 36.9% Yes, it serves us well
    36.9% Complete
  • 62.4% No, I have concerns
    62.4% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
1467 votes
13 hours ago

💡 A Little Brain Buzz for You— Solve These! ⚡

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

You can ask this question all day long and get a completely different answer, yet all the answers will be correct. What is the question?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

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2 hours ago

2025 Mahi Aroha Youth Award

Olivia from Volunteer Wellington

The Youth Award celebrates a young volunteer (under 25) who is making a significant impact in their community. Their passion, energy and dedication are driving positive change, and they deserve to be recognized for their mahi.

Nominations are open! Know an inspiring young volunteer? Nominate them today.

A special shoutout to the Youth Impact leaders for being the faces of this video!

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