Crofton Downs, Wellington

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.

1407 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Ruma

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. … View more"Ruma has it that I'm available for adoption. I'm a one and a half year old, medium cross breed - with a mix of staffy and boxer. I'm very affectionate with humans. Although, I'm recommended to stay with teenagers and older, as I'm a little unfamiliar with children. Otherwise, I'm the biggest cuddle bug! I have been socialised with some dogs at the centre, so I won't mind living with a friendly, playful dog. I would love a family that can take me out for walks everyday and keep me active."

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1407 days ago

Giant Panda seeks home!

Patricia from Wilton

Free to pick up!

Free

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1409 days ago

What are you reading?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee … View more
Wellingtonians found themselves spending a lot more time inside thanks to the COVID-19 lockdown. The council has produced a list of its most popular adult fiction books. Have you read any of these?

1. The Testaments, by Margaret Atwood
2. The Night Fire, by Michael Connelly
3. Blue Moon, by Lee Child
4. Normal People, by Sally Rooney
5. Big Sky, by Kate Atkinson
6. Girl, Woman, Other, by Bernadine Evaristo
7. Trace Elements, by Donna Leon
8. Past Tense, by Lee Child
9. The long call by Ann Cleves
10. Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens

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1407 days ago

Dog crate XL $30

Christine from Wadestown

www.kmart.co.nz...
Selling this dog crate pls follow or copy link $30 in tip top condition only used for a few months

Price: $30

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1407 days ago

Giant Jenga and more

Patricia from Wilton

Moving sale.
Jenga $70 (half price of new)
Boardgames from $3 puzzles to $20 Sherlock Holmes game.
Contact me to enquire or make an appointment.

(Also have hockey sticks/bag and softball gloves, short skateboard, balls)

Negotiable

1409 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when … View more
This week, we again feature a photo and words from Louise Thomas.

"WWF Raw - Pied Stilt edition. All carefully choreographed - fake body slams, no pied stilts were harmed. They both turned around and chased a grey teal after this encounter, who was a bit indignant about being seen off when he wasn't doing anything - the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Pied Stilt/poaka (Himantopus himantopus), Pauatahanui."

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1408 days ago

Water Blasting or Softwashing?

Adam from Wellington Wash

"Softwashing" is the most effective method of washing a house. It is gentle on the surface and actually kills the organic growth such as mould, algae and lichen. This means your house will stay cleaner for longer!

Take this Stucco cladding for example, a fragile surface that should not … View more
"Softwashing" is the most effective method of washing a house. It is gentle on the surface and actually kills the organic growth such as mould, algae and lichen. This means your house will stay cleaner for longer!

Take this Stucco cladding for example, a fragile surface that should not be water blasted. After a "Softwash" you can see that all the algae, lichen and moss has been removed leaving only the oxidation marks from the Aluminium window joinery.
The surface was not damaged, no paint was removed and the customer was left very happy.

1408 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ginger

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email … View more
Miramar resident Andrew McPherson is the proud owner of ginger.

"Ginger came as the man of the house when my mother in law Jan moved to the Waikato. Here he is fast asleep, dreaming of catching his next rabbit, on Jan's lap while the TV is on."

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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1408 days ago

Dog sitter needed

Stephanie from Karori

I have a little white dog who is my soulmate and my world. I need someone to pick her up and take care of her 3 or 4 days a week. Looking after her here at home is also an option. Or, if you live close, I could drop her and pick her up. She needs lots of love and cuddles and is easily anxious … View moreI have a little white dog who is my soulmate and my world. I need someone to pick her up and take care of her 3 or 4 days a week. Looking after her here at home is also an option. Or, if you live close, I could drop her and pick her up. She needs lots of love and cuddles and is easily anxious without me. I need someone reliable and caring from early February. If you can help or can recommend someone, please message me.

1409 days ago

Another reminder about toxic algae and dogs

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at… View more
Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at Kaitoke campground, both in the Hutt Valley.

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1409 days ago

Hardware variety

Patricia from Wilton

Give an offer on what you see.
Bulk is better prices.
Selling as moving country.

Negotiable

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1409 days ago

Pepi Pod for Baby

Melissa from Crofton Downs

We have a Pepi Pod looking for a new home. This was purchased new & has only been used for a few months with my youngest child. It was a wonderful, safe co-sleeping option for managing a very unsettled baby. This comes with the 2 fitted pod sheets, the Merino blanket, the mattress & all the… View moreWe have a Pepi Pod looking for a new home. This was purchased new & has only been used for a few months with my youngest child. It was a wonderful, safe co-sleeping option for managing a very unsettled baby. This comes with the 2 fitted pod sheets, the Merino blanket, the mattress & all the information sheets. All in perfect condition. Here's a link to the pepi pod site: www.changeforourchildren.nz...

Please TEXT: 021-0232-4135 if keen. Must pickup please.

Free

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1410 days ago

Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie poised to dominate 2021.

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington actress Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie​ found out she had been named as one of the “rising stars poised to dominate 2021” when her publicist tagged her on social media.
Vogue magazine described the 20-year-old as “dazzlingly talented” as it released its list of 15 stars poised to … View more
Wellington actress Thomasin Harcourt McKenzie​ found out she had been named as one of the “rising stars poised to dominate 2021” when her publicist tagged her on social media.
Vogue magazine described the 20-year-old as “dazzlingly talented” as it released its list of 15 stars poised to dominate 2021.
Harcourt McKenzie​, who is on holiday in the South Island, said by email she was “beyond excited and flattered” to make the list.

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1409 days ago

Jonah Lomu's former house tops Trade Me's most-viewed list

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

All Black legend Jonah Lomu’s former Maupuia mansion was the most viewed property on Trade Me last year, clocking up 196,000 views.
The five-bedroom Mediterranean-style house on the hill with expansive views across Wellington city and harbour, featured on Stuff in February, and is still for sale … View more
All Black legend Jonah Lomu’s former Maupuia mansion was the most viewed property on Trade Me last year, clocking up 196,000 views.
The five-bedroom Mediterranean-style house on the hill with expansive views across Wellington city and harbour, featured on Stuff in February, and is still for sale by negotiation. For most of last year, offers were invited over $3 million. The house has an RV of $2,430,000.
Tell us what you think it is worth.

1409 days ago

A harbour full of rubbish

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Thirty-two road cones, nine bikes, six shopping trolleys, and 20 skateboards and scooters are just some of the items retrieved from Wellington Harbour in 2020.
Every month, the Bubble Busters Adventure Club gathers at Waitangi Park and dives the waters between Taranaki Wharf and Chaffers Marina, … View more
Thirty-two road cones, nine bikes, six shopping trolleys, and 20 skateboards and scooters are just some of the items retrieved from Wellington Harbour in 2020.
Every month, the Bubble Busters Adventure Club gathers at Waitangi Park and dives the waters between Taranaki Wharf and Chaffers Marina, collecting trash from the seabed.
The Welington City Council reports that during 2020, the group collected more than 1000 aluminium cans, 500 plastic items (including food packaging and eating utensils), 64 glass bottles and jars, and six chairs and tables.
There was also a heap of electric of mobile phones and clothing.

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