Houghton Bay, Wellington

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6 days ago

Free boxes of recipe books (some good ones!)

Caroline from Berhampore

I collect recipe books and it’s recently got out of hand!. I have two boxes of good recipe books to give away - wide range of cuisines from Italian to Samoan to baking to ice cream.

You must take the whole box! Two boxes available. Pick today would be fab.

Free

7 days ago

Garage Sale

Sarah from Lyall Bay

Garage Sale happening right now at 320 Queens Drive, Lyall Bay. Help me out with moving counties by coming by and picking something up. Everything must go!!!!
Need some blankets or duvets for winter? I got you covered.
Need tea towels, towels or bath mats? Can wipe that up too!
Need a glass … View more
Garage Sale happening right now at 320 Queens Drive, Lyall Bay. Help me out with moving counties by coming by and picking something up. Everything must go!!!!
Need some blankets or duvets for winter? I got you covered.
Need tea towels, towels or bath mats? Can wipe that up too!
Need a glass for a special occasion? I have crystal glassware, I have wine glasses, I have shot glasses.
Need Tupperware, I'm your gal!
Need some bedroom furniture? Set of bedside drawers or tall drawers?
Some wall art? Christmas decorations? Baking items? Utensils? Have you covered!!! 😊 Everything must go.

Negotiable

7 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • Tawa Baptist Church
7 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • Khandallah Town Hall
7 days ago

What's On: Beyond the Ark

Elizabeth from Tirohanga

Voices in the Wind choir presents animal themed music. Featuring Rosemary Russell's Prayers from the Ark, Saint Saens, Handel, Beatles and Elton John. Tickets Waged $20, Unwaged $15 from www.trybooking.co.nz
Beyond the Ark
  • St Barnabas, Plimmerton
7 days ago

Gardening !section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need some TlC in the Garden ? Call us for a free quote- here in the photo we are transforming a deadly nightshade lawn back into a usable area

0272430951

Ian

8 days ago

Revamp an open wardrobe

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Cut visual clutter and give tired shelves new life with doors and colourful Resene paint.

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8 days ago

Only 3 days left - 25% off adoption fees at SPCA

The Team from SPCA Wellington - Centre & Op Shops

Why adopt from SPCA? Because all our animals come desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, health checked, and prepared for their life as a pet by our staff and foster families.

With expert advice, 3 months free pet insurance and Purina discount vouchers included, our adoptions are not only affordable… View more
Why adopt from SPCA? Because all our animals come desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, health checked, and prepared for their life as a pet by our staff and foster families.

With expert advice, 3 months free pet insurance and Purina discount vouchers included, our adoptions are not only affordable but also provide everything your new friend needs to thrive. And between until 28 April only, our adoption fees are 25% off!

Apply online and we will arrange a private meet-and-greet at a time that suits. ❤️

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9 days ago

Roger Hall's latest play at Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

Roger Hall is back! With his latest comedy, End of Summer Time.

Experience Sir Roger Hall's End of Summer Time, the third instalment of the lovable character Dickie Hart, starring Gavin Rutherford.

Dickie Hart is told by wife Glenda they have to move from Wellington to Auckland. How … View more
Roger Hall is back! With his latest comedy, End of Summer Time.

Experience Sir Roger Hall's End of Summer Time, the third instalment of the lovable character Dickie Hart, starring Gavin Rutherford.

Dickie Hart is told by wife Glenda they have to move from Wellington to Auckland. How will Dickie cope with apartment living, meeting new people, Covid lockdown, getting a new driver's licence…and possibly even having to support The Blues?

"Once again, clever Sir Roger Hall strikes comedy gold…End of Summer Time is a great night out. Don’t miss it!”

- Ross Jolly, Director.
Find out more

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9 days ago

Volunteers needed in Taita

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Do you have trade skills? Or are you a person who is keen to help and learn? Work on the The Christ Church Taita Visitor Centre is well underway. This is a major historical taonga which was built over 160 years ago. It is a landmark in the history of European settlement in NZ and is the oldest … View moreDo you have trade skills? Or are you a person who is keen to help and learn? Work on the The Christ Church Taita Visitor Centre is well underway. This is a major historical taonga which was built over 160 years ago. It is a landmark in the history of European settlement in NZ and is the oldest church in Wellington.

Volunteers are now needed to assist in the fit out of the building’s interior. Are you keen to get involved in this exciting and significant project? ⬇️

Builders Labourer
This role is for anyone who would enjoy working on a building site interior and who is willing to learn new skills. Young people are especially welcome! Work may involve handling materials like Gib Board, plaster and insulation, some outdoor labour like digging trenches and laying paving. This work will be supervised by an experienced and qualified person.

Semi-skilled Tradesperson
This role is for anyone with previous building experience to assist in the fit out.

See our website for more info and to register your interest for these exciting roles:
tinyurl.com...

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9 days ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate Mothers Day by taking mum for a day out in Kapiti. Visit this great, friendly Community Market with a huge variety of quality, reasonably priced items and GIFTS available.
WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall
10 days ago

ANZAC Day

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Lest we forget.

Kilbirnie Red Cross will be closed ANZAC day

We we commemorate all Australians and New Zealanders who served, in any capacity in all conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

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13 days ago

What's On: TALK - MAKING ENDS MEET

Gary from Waikanae

Are you having difficulty making ends meet? The first step is finding a way to Increase your Income. Seating is limited so to reserve yours Phone/Text Gary on 021 1155049.
TALK - MAKING ENDS MEET
  • Room 5, Johnsonville Community Centre
10 days ago

Food and product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled, some in the last few days. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
The Collective strawberry yoghurt pouches
Maketū pies mussel pie
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These items have been recalled, some in the last few days. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
The Collective strawberry yoghurt pouches
Maketū pies mussel pie
The Catering Studio cottage pie
Matakana Smokehouse gravlax/salmon
Our Fruit Box fruit juices
ProLife Foods value packs - nuts, raisins.
YY Dumplings & Fu Yuan ready-to-eat meat products
Waiheke Herbs italian herb spread

Product recalls
Avanti, Malvern Star & Raleigh bicycles
Yoto Kids Speaker
Anko Kids Pyjamas
Battery drill chainsaw attachment
Industrial pedestal misting fan
Yamaha adaptor
Zero Tower safety harness
Naturacoco moisturising cream
Thule child bike seat

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

10 days ago

ANZAC Day service in Island Bay

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

Welcome to the Island Bay ANZAC service, organised by the churches of Island Bay. 12.30pm at Island Bay School, or proceed from St Hilda's (311 The Parade) at 12noon.

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