Houghton Bay, Wellington

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1417 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Xena

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The SPCA Pet of the Day is Xena, a 17 year-old thoroughbred, who has a had a tough life.

"She entered SPCA care after being seized from a property due to a cruelty complaint and was subsequently surrendered. After weeks of rehabilitation, she is ready for her new home. Xena is a very sweet … View more
The SPCA Pet of the Day is Xena, a 17 year-old thoroughbred, who has a had a tough life.

"She entered SPCA care after being seized from a property due to a cruelty complaint and was subsequently surrendered. After weeks of rehabilitation, she is ready for her new home. Xena is a very sweet mare, who loves attention and meeting new horses and people. She is good to graze with others but doesn't stress if her paddock mate heads out for a ride without her.
She is good for farrier, vet, covering (even in Wellington winds!), leading and feeding. She has been floated, but is still a little anxious loading so would benefit from some additional work in this area. We understand Xena was ridden for most of her life but hasn't been for the past three years. Xena would make an excellent addition to a family wanted an older, kind horse to keep their youngsters' company. Xena has grazed with sheep with no problems.
She is a good doer and put on weight easily once put on grazing. Xena has had a dental, been vaccinated (Strangles and Tetanus), drenched and vet checked."

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1417 days ago

Bowls in the Bay is Back! Starts 15 January 2021 5.30pm

Alison Stewart from Island Bay Bowling Club

Here is a great way to ease back into the year. This is a four week competition. Get your team of four together, or if you are short we can find you mates!
Contact Alison: executive@ibbc.co.nz

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1421 days ago

Poll Result

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Here is the result of our poll on the America's Cup.
Thanks to everyone that replied.

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1418 days ago

Drone

Mark from Island Bay

Just got home and found a lost drone in our back garden Clyde St Island Bay.

Contact Mark to get it back

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1417 days ago

Wooden boxes wanted

Amanda from Newtown

Hi all! I'm after a couple of small wooden boxes - about the size of a shoe box. These are destined for community garden/space.

Free

1419 days ago

Wellington's Christmas rātā are in full bloom

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Move over pōhutukawa. Masses of Wellington's rātā trees are now in full bloom, towering overhead and resplendent in red, just in time for Christmas.
The abundant flowers are thanks to the possum eradication efforts from the past 25 years.
A good place to check them out is … View more
Move over pōhutukawa. Masses of Wellington's rātā trees are now in full bloom, towering overhead and resplendent in red, just in time for Christmas.
The abundant flowers are thanks to the possum eradication efforts from the past 25 years.
A good place to check them out is Otari-Wilton's Bush.

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1418 days ago

Do you need some help in your garden?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

It can be surprisingly easy to let our gardens get away from us. Whether you have a busy schedule or other hobbies that take priority, gardens are known to grow out of control very quickly. We work within your budget to ensure your weeds stay under control, your plants grow only where they’re … View moreIt can be surprisingly easy to let our gardens get away from us. Whether you have a busy schedule or other hobbies that take priority, gardens are known to grow out of control very quickly. We work within your budget to ensure your weeds stay under control, your plants grow only where they’re allowed to, while also covering general garden maintenance.
For a reasonable estimate, give us a call at 027 548 9818
or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1419 days ago

Merry Christmas

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Merry Christmas from the team at NumberWorks'nWords!

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1419 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Our Friday Feathered Friend for Christmas Day is this beautiful tīeke, photographed by Louise Thomas.

"Just back from a week-long birding trip to Whanganui, New Plymouth, and Mt Ruapehu. We took the opportunity to visit Bushy Park, the predator-fenced sanctuary in Whanganui. We had got out … View more
Our Friday Feathered Friend for Christmas Day is this beautiful tīeke, photographed by Louise Thomas.

"Just back from a week-long birding trip to Whanganui, New Plymouth, and Mt Ruapehu. We took the opportunity to visit Bushy Park, the predator-fenced sanctuary in Whanganui. We had got out of the car and were reading the signs for the tracks and types of birds. In my normal over exuberant fashion I said to my husband and adult kids that I would die happy if I saw a saddleback. We were five metres into the first track when four of them flew up the path chasing each other and almost took my head off.
My daughter asked if I'd like to end myself now, or wait a bit in case I saw some other cool birds. I was a bit upset at first as I thought they might be the only saddlebacks I would see and I didn't get a photo. Turns out there are quite a few there. I will definitely be visiting again. Saddleback/tīeke (Philesturnus rufusater)."

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1420 days ago

Merry Christmas Eve Everyone

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.

"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, … View more
Hi Neighbourly folk, I really enjoyed this post from Simon Woolf with its beautiful image and lovely words. I hope you all enjoy Christmas.

"Merry Christmas Eve Everyone.
This image is of possibly the Southern most Pohutakawa in the North Island. It is the third year since I noticed it, shortly after we lost our great friend Eva McGauley. It didn't flower last year!
It is located in one of the most exposed places, anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand! Wellington's South Coast can be one of the most rugged, extreme environments anywhere in the world, and especially when an Antarctic blast hits Cook Strait. Winds exceeding 200kph, eight to 10 metre swells, and a sub zero wind chill factor are regular occurrences in this area.
Evie's Tree, for that's what we have called it, symbolises resilience, hope, strength and beauty, everthing Evie was.
After the past year, where we all have come through some adversity, Evie's Tree, proves that with adversity there is opportunity. If this stunning little pohutakawa can flower in the conditions it faces, we too can overcome most of which is thrown at us, and flourish too."
- Simon Woolf

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1421 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This one could be a bit tricky. Many Wellingtonians see this on a daily basis but it has changed greatly in appearance over the years.

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1421 days ago

From Tawa College to Harvard

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Porirua teenager Jess Jenkins, 17, has become one of 747 students from across the world admitted to Harvard University under an early admission scheme.
Jess Jenkins​ (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Tāmaki nui-a-Rua), has just finished her final year at Tawa College.
She is unsure exactly what she will … View more
Porirua teenager Jess Jenkins, 17, has become one of 747 students from across the world admitted to Harvard University under an early admission scheme.
Jess Jenkins​ (Ngāti Kahungunu ki Tāmaki nui-a-Rua), has just finished her final year at Tawa College.
She is unsure exactly what she will study once she gets to Cambridge, Massachusetts, although she said it would be down an arts, humanities or business path.

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1427 days ago

Police looking for 14-year-old Jade

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington Police have concerns for the welfare of 14-year-old Jade who has been missing from her home since 6 December. She is believed to be in the Johnsonville or Wellington City areas. If you have any information as to her whereabouts please get in contact with us on 105 and quote the file … View moreWellington Police have concerns for the welfare of 14-year-old Jade who has been missing from her home since 6 December. She is believed to be in the Johnsonville or Wellington City areas. If you have any information as to her whereabouts please get in contact with us on 105 and quote the file number 201207/0877.

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1424 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Dimple

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Meet Dimple.

"Hi my name is Dimple and I have been in foster care while the canine team got to know me. I have come from a very difficult background, so I am looking for a very special home, without children, other dogs or small animals. I can be very wary of people and take time to bond with… View more
Meet Dimple.

"Hi my name is Dimple and I have been in foster care while the canine team got to know me. I have come from a very difficult background, so I am looking for a very special home, without children, other dogs or small animals. I can be very wary of people and take time to bond with them, but once bonded I can be very smoochy. I can be very reactive while on a walk so will need a home that has experience with reactive dogs and will teach me through positive reinforcement that not everything is scary.
My foster mum has done a lot of work in socialising me with other dogs but I still have a long way to go. I am not keen on visiting dog parks or similar environments. I can be very affectionate, fun and quite the character once I'm comfortable in my space. I am toilet trained, and I do come with a medical waiver that my new home would be made aware of. If you are keen for a dog who you can put in the extra work with training then contact the canine team to learn more about me and set up a meeting if you seem like a good match!"

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1426 days ago

Poll: Do you follow the America's Cup?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Now that America's Cup racing has finally started.,are you following it?
Tell us what you think.

Please put NFP if you do not want your comment used by Stuff.

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Do you follow the America's Cup?
  • 39.6% Yes, I love it
    39.6% Complete
  • 49.9% No, it is boring
    49.9% Complete
  • 10.5% I don't have an opinion
    10.5% Complete
897 votes
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