203 days ago

Police respond to reports of two suspicious packages

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are responding to reports of suspicious packages being left outside two buildings in Wellington – one in Brandon Street and one in Fitzherbert Terrace.

What you need to know:
- Police were notified of the packages at 1.40pm and 1.50pm respectively.
- Cordons are in place and nearby schools have been placed into lockdown as a precautionary measure.
- Queen Margaret College posted on Facebook that they were in lockdown at the request of police.

Keep up with updates on Stuff.

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10 minutes ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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14 hours ago

Poll: Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Times have changed and perhaps so has our societal rules around taking off hats when indoors. What are your thoughts?

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Is it still rude to wear a hat inside?
  • 72.9% Yes, take them off indoors
    72.9% Complete
  • 26.2% No, it's not anymore
    26.2% Complete
  • 0.9% Other - I'll share below
    0.9% Complete
885 votes
8 hours ago

What's On: Pen Haven Writers Group

Carol from Pinehaven

Second Monday each month. Discussion, support and encouragement. All writers welcome. $4 cover charge. Contact Carol on 021825583 or email penhavenwritersgroup@gmail.com Next meeting:
Pen Haven Writers Group
  • Petone Community House