Houghton Bay, Wellington

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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.

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2075 days ago

Polio Survivors- register now....

Anne from Island Bay

kia ora,
My name is Anne Fitzpatrick. I had polio as a toddler in Methven in the early 1950's.

Last year I registered as a polio survivor with Polio NZ. We know there are about 9,000 polio survivors still alive in NZ. We want to get everyone we can registered so that we can build a case … View more
kia ora,
My name is Anne Fitzpatrick. I had polio as a toddler in Methven in the early 1950's.

Last year I registered as a polio survivor with Polio NZ. We know there are about 9,000 polio survivors still alive in NZ. We want to get everyone we can registered so that we can build a case with Ministry of Health for getting some needs assessment and services for people who are now experiencing Late Effects of Polio (LEoP, also known as post polio syndrome- PPS).

So if you had polio or know someone who had polio please encourage them to register with Polio NZ. www.polio.org.nz...

I also joined Polio NZ as a member $17.50 per annum!) and have became active in the organisation.

As someone who is experiencing significant deterioration in my polio affected leg, and other new issues that are difficult to know the cause of, I have learnt an enormous amount about LEoP and the myriad of ways that it can impact on the polio survivor either at the time of the virus or much later in life.

So if you had polio, or are a family member, carer or clinician, or just care and want to know more, please consider joining Polio NZ.

arohanui
Anne

2075 days ago

Finding friendship and support within the village

The Team from

Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe… View more
Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe the general atmosphere. Find out why Bill and Leonie from Jane Mander Retirement Village in Whangerei, found the support and care they needed from the village community.
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2076 days ago

Some live music to enjoy in the Bay this Saturday...

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

Come along to "Ripples of Sound" - Genevieve on sax, Anna on flute and Michelle on harp - this Saturday 16th at 4pm, Presbyterian church at 88 The Parade. A chamber music experience - something different! $10 at the door. The location is 100m city side of the Island Bay shops and … View moreCome along to "Ripples of Sound" - Genevieve on sax, Anna on flute and Michelle on harp - this Saturday 16th at 4pm, Presbyterian church at 88 The Parade. A chamber music experience - something different! $10 at the door. The location is 100m city side of the Island Bay shops and there's plenty of parking.

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2076 days ago

Poll: Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki – exercise, independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

Do your kids walk, bike or scoot to school? What do you love about it?

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Movin' March
  • 18.6% Quality time
    18.6% Complete
  • 33.9% Exercise
    33.9% Complete
  • 37.3% Seeing my kids grow in confidence
    37.3% Complete
  • 8.5% Avoiding chaos at the school gate
    8.5% Complete
  • 1.7% Other (leave us a comment!)
    1.7% Complete
59 votes
2076 days ago

{PROPOSAL TO CLOSE ROAD}

The Team from Wellington City Council

Our Regulatory Processes Committee will be meeting on 27 March to consider the temporary closure of Buckle Street to Kent Terrace for the Night Noodle Markets from 5-14 April. If you object to this proposed road closure or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nzView moreOur Regulatory Processes Committee will be meeting on 27 March to consider the temporary closure of Buckle Street to Kent Terrace for the Night Noodle Markets from 5-14 April. If you object to this proposed road closure or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz before 4pm, Friday 15 March.

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2076 days ago

Stewart Dawsons Corner

Gwynn from Hataitai

Does anyone know exactly what is happening there? Lots of information about the history of the site but nothing about what they're doing. I looked through a gap and there's no new building there. Considering whatever they're doing is taking a very long time, it's very … View moreDoes anyone know exactly what is happening there? Lots of information about the history of the site but nothing about what they're doing. I looked through a gap and there's no new building there. Considering whatever they're doing is taking a very long time, it's very mystifying.

2076 days ago

NZ's first Visible Wellbeing School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, … View more
Samuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, is a framework that can be applied to every lesson and activity, academic and co-curricular.

Research has shown that taking an intentional, strategic approach to student wellbeing provides positive flow-on effects to learning outcomes, and gifts each student the skills to manage their own wellbeing, lifelong.

Visit Marsden to find out more!
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2077 days ago

Which new entrances to the Outer Green Belt should we build first?

The Team from Wellington City Council

Our draft Outer Green Belt Management Plan contains proposals that may affect you. For example, we’re proposing five new entrances to the Outer Green Belt but we can’t build them all at once. Which ones do you think we should build first? To find out more and to make a submission on this or any… View moreOur draft Outer Green Belt Management Plan contains proposals that may affect you. For example, we’re proposing five new entrances to the Outer Green Belt but we can’t build them all at once. Which ones do you think we should build first? To find out more and to make a submission on this or any other parts of our plan go to: www.wellington.govt.nz...

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2077 days ago

Emergency Water Tanks

Trish Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

Hi Everyone, Kilbirnie School is selling emergency water tanks as part of a school fundraiser. A great way to support a good cause and get prepared as well. All details are on the attachment.

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