Houghton Bay, Wellington

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1540 days ago

Home to activists, controversy: Heritage building burns overnight

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

As flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.

The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the … View more
As flames engulfed the 122 year-old house at 128 Abel Smith Street on Tuesday evening, generations of Wellington political activists shared their grief.

The heritage-listed structure had a storied history with connections to dozens of charities, organisations, radical political movements and the Urewera raids.

1540 days ago

C'mon Wellington!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Hurry! You’ve got just 5 days to nominate your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year from Wellington and give their mahi the recognition it deserves. 16 regions, 16 winners. All it takes is one nomination.

Who’s your Local Hero? Go.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1540 days ago

Stamp, Coin and Medal Auctions Mowbray Collectables

Philcoin

Hi,

Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.

We offer free assessments of your … View more
Hi,

Mowbray Collectables has been your neighbour in the Wellington region for 55 years. We hold our regular international stamp, coin and medal auctions at the West Plaza Hotel in Wakefield St every six months, with the next ones on 11 and 12 September.

We offer free assessments of your quality stamps, coins and medals anytime through the year so you can get the best results at auction.

Come and meet us at Otaki, phone 06 3648270 get in touch here www.mowbrays.co.nz
Find out more

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1540 days ago

Small Business funding to Beat 2020

Prospa

Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours –… View more
Small business owners who need funding to support cash flow or invest in the future can apply for a small business loan up to $300K with Prospa to help them Beat 2020.

Business Loan applications take around 10 minutes online, and you’ll get a fast decision and funding possible in 24 hours – so you can get on with business sooner.

Prospa is New Zealand’s small business lending specialist, and we’re here to help you Beat 2020. Get in touch with our team of friendly business lending specialists today!
Apply Now

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1547 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1541 days ago

Golf TDI MK6 (2010)

Lee from Island Bay

This MK6 example is the powerful and economical Turbo Diesel. Vehicle comes with an owners manual.
Excellent car that has given us no problems other than a flat battery (new battery fitted last year). I have owned it for 3 years. I am the third owner. History says the car was sold new Gilltrap in … View more
This MK6 example is the powerful and economical Turbo Diesel. Vehicle comes with an owners manual.
Excellent car that has given us no problems other than a flat battery (new battery fitted last year). I have owned it for 3 years. I am the third owner. History says the car was sold new Gilltrap in Auckland.
Wof recently done at VTNZ. No problems at all. Driven 99% of the time by my super cautious wife.

Technical Data:
1,6 Turbo Charged Diesel In-line 4 cylinder producing 77kw of Power 250Nm of Torque

Transmission Data:
7 Speed DSG Automatic with Tip-Tronic and Sport Mode

Fuel Data:
Fuel Consumption of 4.9 litres/100Km Combined
54 litres Fuel Tank with the Efficiency rating of 5 out of 6

Additional Features:
Height Adjustable Front Seats
15 Inch VW Alloy Wheels
Cruise Control
Climate Controlled A/C
Multi-function Display
Bluetooth Phone, Audio Connectivity
AUX and MDI Inputs
Fuel Saving Technology

Safety:
Safety Air Bags
EuroNCAP 5 Star Safety Rating
ABS - Antilock Braking System, ESP - Stability Programme
5 Safety Three Point Seat Belts
ISO-Fix Child Seat Restraints
Factory Alarm, Immobiliser, Central locking.

Price: $7,600

1545 days ago

Who's got more local heroes?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Wellington's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Canterbury that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank … View more
Hey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Wellington's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Canterbury that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year. Who's it going to be Wellington?

nzawards.org.nz...

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1548 days ago

Poll: Do you support increased parking rates in central Wellington

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Following consultation the council received 542 submissions and 161 social media comments on the wider parking policy, with 67 per cent in support of a demand-based pricing scheme.

The proposed parking policy would remove existing two-hour parking limits. The first two hours would be charged at a … View more
Following consultation the council received 542 submissions and 161 social media comments on the wider parking policy, with 67 per cent in support of a demand-based pricing scheme.

The proposed parking policy would remove existing two-hour parking limits. The first two hours would be charged at a set rate and an increasing hourly rate would be applied to vehicles parked longer than this time to increase turnover and free up parking spaces.

www.stuff.co.nz...

Vote in our poll and let us know what you think in the comments below.

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Do you support increased parking rates in central Wellington
  • 12.4% Yes
    12.4% Complete
  • 87.6% No
    87.6% Complete
452 votes
1541 days ago

Egg laying chickens wanted to buy

Fiona from Island Bay

Hi neighbours,
Does anyone have any egg-laying chickens they want to re-home?
We have a lovely fenced off garden, and hen house to call their new home.

Text /call Fiona
022 434 6624

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1541 days ago

BRING IN THE BOYS FOR A $15 HAIRCUT TODAY!

Aaron Graham from Hataitai Family Barbers

Today and every Tuesday is $15 Boys cuts. Boys 0-18 years all day, no appointment needed, just pop in. 31 Waitoa Rd, Hataitai

1541 days ago

Do you know an amazing gardener helping their community?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? … View more
Dear neighbours,

Nominations for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year ends on Monday, August 31. So don't forget to let us know all about the green thumbs doing heroic work for their community.

Do you know someone sharing the veggies they've grown with their neighbours? Perhaps locals restoring a park in the area to bring back birds, or a group of neighbours doing a great job in their community garden. Nominate them today, and tell us why they deserve to be this year's Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year.

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1542 days ago

Auckland lockdown extended until Sunday, rest of country to stay at level 2

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of … View more
Auckland will remain in lockdown until Sunday, a four-day extension of the lockdown which was meant to lift on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said there were promising signs that the Government was getting on top of the virus, but a short extension was recommended by director-general of health Ashley Bloomfield.

On Sunday night Auckland would move down to level 2. The rest of the country would stay at level 2.

Ardern said the rest of the country needed to stay at an elevated alert level to mitigate the risk of cases leaving Auckland when interregional travel resumed. Click here to read more.

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1546 days ago

UPDATE: Council backs exponentially increasing parking rates

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Wellington City Council has approved a policy giving it the authority to impose exponentially increasing parking rate charges.
The first two hours would be charged at a set rate, with an increasing hourly rate kicking in after that in problem areas in the central city.

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