Houghton Bay, Wellington

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1331 days ago

Resident-friendly terms that stack up!

Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.

Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector. Our base weekly … View more
Our pioneering approach to retirement living includes resident-friendly terms designed to protect you and your family.

Ryman’s Peace of Mind Guarantees include terms such as our deferred management fee that is capped at 20 percent, one of the lowest in the retirement sector. Our base weekly fee is fixed for the entire time you occupy your townhouse or apartment*, and comprehensive care can be dialled up as your needs change.

Terms like these provide you with greater confidence to live the way you want. They not only stack up in the retirement industry, they lead the way. *Some conditions apply.
Learn more

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1332 days ago

Hataitai Market with Neighbours Day this Saturday 27th 10am until 2pm

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

Teddy Bear picnic and photos and bubbles and pass the parcel 11.30am to 1.30pm
All new 'Cartel Bowling Club Cafe'!
Plant Swap Stall (produce/seedlings/seeds)
Bouncy Castle - gold coin koha
Teddy Bears Picnic and Games
Market Stalls and Raffles
Bring your teddies and cash
See … View more
Teddy Bear picnic and photos and bubbles and pass the parcel 11.30am to 1.30pm
All new 'Cartel Bowling Club Cafe'!
Plant Swap Stall (produce/seedlings/seeds)
Bouncy Castle - gold coin koha
Teddy Bears Picnic and Games
Market Stalls and Raffles
Bring your teddies and cash
See @HataitaiMarket for more information

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1332 days ago

Cleaning job

Pau Gershom from

Our Hornbill cleaning services team to meet your home and family’s unique needs every week and we take care of maintaining your house and your office a high quality standard and affordable prices

1334 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Baxter

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Nicola Fairclough, from Miramar, is very proud of Baxter.

"Hi, this is my cockatiel, Baxter. He is 20 years old and is the cutest parrot! He sits on my shoulder and head. He can whistle tunes and say lots of things! He's always free to fly around the house."

Remember if you want … View more
Nicola Fairclough, from Miramar, is very proud of Baxter.

"Hi, this is my cockatiel, Baxter. He is 20 years old and is the cutest parrot! He sits on my shoulder and head. He can whistle tunes and say lots of things! He's always free to fly around the house."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View more

1333 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Magie

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Maggie the dog.

"Hi there my name is Maggie, I am a loveable lady looking for my forever home. In my previous home I had someone home with me full time and when left alone for periods at a time I have shown the ability to escape out of medium height fencing. So my new home would need to have … View more
Maggie the dog.

"Hi there my name is Maggie, I am a loveable lady looking for my forever home. In my previous home I had someone home with me full time and when left alone for periods at a time I have shown the ability to escape out of medium height fencing. So my new home would need to have high fencing and a plan for during the day if left alone that does not include being tied or tethered. I would love a home that has older children that have grown up around strong dogs and a home that has had experience with dogs. I have had a fair bit of training but there is always room to learn more things so would love a home that could put the time into teaching me. If you think you are the home for me get in touch with the canine team to learn more about me."
Jo Moore Photographer.

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1333 days ago

Fanny pack

Ange from Island Bay

Does anyone have a fanny pack they no longer want? As I'm training my puppy and need somewhere to store them

1336 days ago

Changes to how you visit the landfill

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

To help minimise waste, we've made a few changes to how you visit the Southern Landfill.

When you arrive at the landfill, please visit the Tip Shop & Recycle Centre first to drop off reusables and recyclables. Then head up to the Transfer Station to drop off green waste, tyres, batteries,… View more
To help minimise waste, we've made a few changes to how you visit the Southern Landfill.

When you arrive at the landfill, please visit the Tip Shop & Recycle Centre first to drop off reusables and recyclables. Then head up to the Transfer Station to drop off green waste, tyres, batteries, hazardous waste and general rubbish.

As you enter the Transfer Station please let our weigh bridge staff know if you have items to separate out. If you have more than one type of waste you may be asked to loop back through the weighbridge so that the correct charges can be applied.

For more information, visit: wellington.govt.nz...

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1335 days ago

Proposal to get rid of free park and ride

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Thousands of daily train users may have to pay to park their vehicles at stations around the Wellington region.
Regional council chair Daran Ponter said the proposal was in response to increasing demand for park and ride facilities, and the cost of constructing multi-level parking buildings to meet… View more
Thousands of daily train users may have to pay to park their vehicles at stations around the Wellington region.
Regional council chair Daran Ponter said the proposal was in response to increasing demand for park and ride facilities, and the cost of constructing multi-level parking buildings to meet that demand was prohibitive.
The proposal to do away with free park and ride spaces, is in the Greater Wellington Regional Council's draft Regional Public Transport Plan 2021-2031. Submissions close at the end of today (Friday).

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1333 days ago

Calling all Small Business Owners!

Neighbourly Team

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1344 days ago

Kittens needing fosterers

Kirihika from Island Bay

🐈‍⬛Looking for long term foster homes 🐈

In the last few months I've unfortunately lost many fosterers for all good reasons (foster fails 🙊) and I'm desperately in need of new foster homes, if I can't find anymkre reliable foster homes i may have to cut down on intake. … View more
🐈‍⬛Looking for long term foster homes 🐈

In the last few months I've unfortunately lost many fosterers for all good reasons (foster fails 🙊) and I'm desperately in need of new foster homes, if I can't find anymkre reliable foster homes i may have to cut down on intake.

I currently have two long term foster homes (one is having renovations so will be taking a break march onwards) and about 3 short term fosterers that aren't always available.

I'm looking for people who can commit to long term fostering and people who are comfortable taking in larger litters and adult cats.

What's needed?:

♡A safe home
♡ LOVE
♡Pet friendly home
♡Commitmemt
♡Transportation
♡Live in or near the city (tawa, ngaio boundary-ish) if you are located in the hutt please contact Neko Ngeru Cat Adoption Cafe
♡Good Communication
♡ oh and love

What's ideal but not necessary?:

♡A separate room
♡Time when handling younger kits with no mum, if mums there she does all the work.
♡Funds to supply food and litter but if needed am able to reimburse, vet bills and stuff like that is covered.

It doesn't matter if you have a big family, live alone, have other pets 💖

Please PM me if this sounds like something you could be interested in or if you have any questions.

Thank you, Kirihika ( Pōneke Ngeru Rescue )

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1334 days ago

Is your lawn tired?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Ready lay lawn is the perfect solution for overnight fresh lush grass. Cost-effective and extremely easy to maintain, ready lay lawn will guarantee you the best results.
Stop envying your neighbour’s lawn, with Price Smart you can have your own done instantly. We work with the best suppliers. … View more
Ready lay lawn is the perfect solution for overnight fresh lush grass. Cost-effective and extremely easy to maintain, ready lay lawn will guarantee you the best results.
Stop envying your neighbour’s lawn, with Price Smart you can have your own done instantly. We work with the best suppliers. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... for a reasonable estimate.

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1335 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and pic from Louise Thomas.

"Hey, mate, have you got any chips? . . .Come back, I know which one is your car." Southern black-backed gulls/karoro (Larus dominicanus) looking slightly nefarious on the back of an old boat at the Hutt Estuary.

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1336 days ago

Epidemiologist Michael Baker is the Wellingtonian of the Year

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

One of the country’s top epidemiologists, Professor Michael Baker, who became a household name amid the Covid-19 pandemic has taken home the supreme award at the annual Wellingtonian of the Year Awards.
reated by The Dominion Post, the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards were started in 1989 to … View more
One of the country’s top epidemiologists, Professor Michael Baker, who became a household name amid the Covid-19 pandemic has taken home the supreme award at the annual Wellingtonian of the Year Awards.
reated by The Dominion Post, the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards were started in 1989 to celebrate achievements and contributions across all sectors of the greater Wellington community, awarding those who make the region exciting and vibrant.
The 2020 Dominion Post Wellingtonian Of The Year winners:
Arts – Victor Rodger​
Business – Malcolm Gillies​
Community Service – Biddy Harford​
Education – Sally Barrett​
Environment – Dave Lowe​
Public Service – Ashley Bloomfield​
Science & Technology – Michael Baker​
Sport – Ameliaranne Ekenasio​
Youth – Brad Olsen​

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1337 days ago

Stop the agapanthus invasion

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Agapanthus are flowering freely at the moment so it is a good time to think about how you can stop them from spreading by deadheading them.
In some parts of New Zealand they are considered an invasive weed.
Click on READ MORE to see a story I wrote in 2018.

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1335 days ago

Would you like to win gardening gear and plant nursery vouchers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Subscribe to our free ezine! Follow this week’s guide to growing chicory and radicchio. Harvest flowers for dried arrangements, plant fast-growing Asian greens, look out for cicada damage and wasps and fill gaps in shelter belts before winter.
Build your own sun-lounger and learn how to divide… View more
Subscribe to our free ezine! Follow this week’s guide to growing chicory and radicchio. Harvest flowers for dried arrangements, plant fast-growing Asian greens, look out for cicada damage and wasps and fill gaps in shelter belts before winter.
Build your own sun-lounger and learn how to divide Bearded Irises. Plus go in the draw to win handspreaders from GARDENA and $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

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