Houghton Bay, Wellington

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2157 days ago

Happy Holidays from NSNZ! 😘🎉✨

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -

Please note the NSNZ National Office will be closed from Friday, December 21st at 12pm - reopening again on Monday, January 7th at 9am.

Until then, Mere Kirihimete and best wishes for a safe and joyous holiday season! We look forward to reconnecting in the New … View more
Kia Ora Neighbourhood Supporters -

Please note the NSNZ National Office will be closed from Friday, December 21st at 12pm - reopening again on Monday, January 7th at 9am.

Until then, Mere Kirihimete and best wishes for a safe and joyous holiday season! We look forward to reconnecting in the New Year.

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2157 days ago

Changes to kerbside collections this Christmas

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

*Wellington City Council*
Rubbish and recycling are not collected on Christmas Day or New Year's Day. Instead, the collection is moved to the Saturday that follows. On all other holidays, collection days are as normal. For more information, phone 04 499 4444.

Public holiday Alternative … View more
*Wellington City Council*
Rubbish and recycling are not collected on Christmas Day or New Year's Day. Instead, the collection is moved to the Saturday that follows. On all other holidays, collection days are as normal. For more information, phone 04 499 4444.

Public holiday Alternative collection date
Christmas Day, Tuesday 25 December 2018 Saturday 29 December 2018
New Year's Day, Tuesday 1 January 2019 Saturday 5 January 2

*Hutt City Council*
This year Christmas and New Years fall on a Tuesday and our collectors are having the day off. To make sure your rubbish and recycling gets collected, we're doing a Christmas run on Saturday 22 December and a New Years run on Saturday 29 December. Please make sure your rubbish and recycling is on the kerb by 7.30am on these days. Read more here.

*Porirua City Council*
There will be no Christmas Day collection on Tuesday 25 December: if your rubbish and recycling is normally collected on a Tuesday, we're bringing forward your Tuesday, 25 December collection (Christmas Day) to Saturday, 22 December this year. Your collections will go back to normal again from Tuesday, 1 January.Read more here

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2157 days ago

Thank you!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

As of 10am this morning, we've raised $5000 towards wasp control. The more we raise the more work we can do, so thank you to those who have already contributed. If you wish to donate and find out more about the project you can do so here givealittle.co.nz...

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2158 days ago

Christmas specials

Happy from Kilbirnie

⚡️⚡️SPECIALS⚡️⚡️

✅Capsicums any colour 99¢/each
✅Avocado Hass 99¢/each
✅Cherry tomatoes $1.99/punnet
✅Eggplant 99¢/each
✅Cucumber telegraph 99¢/each
✅Strawberry $2.99/punnet … View more
⚡️⚡️SPECIALS⚡️⚡️

✅Capsicums any colour 99¢/each
✅Avocado Hass 99¢/each
✅Cherry tomatoes $1.99/punnet
✅Eggplant 99¢/each
✅Cucumber telegraph 99¢/each
✅Strawberry $2.99/punnet
✅Blueberry $1.99/punnet
✅Cauliflower $1.99/each
✅Broccoli 99¢/each
✅Agria Potatoes 99¢/kg
✅Courgettes loose $2.99/kg
✅Pomegranate $2.99/each
✅Large Living herbs $2.99/pot
✅Free range eggs 30pack $10/tray

Many more specials in store!

Specials are on from Friday (21/12/18) and ending on Sunday (23/12/18)!

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2160 days ago

Are you ready to completely ditch plastic bags?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The clock is ticking (and no, we're not referring to the Christmas countdown!) - single-use plastic bags will be out of circulation from July 1, 2019.

All retailers, ie not just supermarkets, will no longer be able to sell or give away single-use plastic shopping bags after … View more
Hi neighbours,

The clock is ticking (and no, we're not referring to the Christmas countdown!) - single-use plastic bags will be out of circulation from July 1, 2019.

All retailers, ie not just supermarkets, will no longer be able to sell or give away single-use plastic shopping bags after this date. To read more, click here.

Do you support the single-use plastic bag ban? How will the ban affect your life?

Have you already adapted to a plastic bag-free life or will this mean big changes in your household? What are your tips and tricks for ensuring the ban doesn't cause havoc when you hit the shops?

Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff

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2158 days ago

Update on today's train chaos

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Wellington train commuters will face significant disruption to their travels because of urgent mechanical work needed on train carriages.

Transdev spokeswoman Emily Liddell said Johnsonville's train service has been reduced to one running every 30 minutes and no trains would be running on … View more
Wellington train commuters will face significant disruption to their travels because of urgent mechanical work needed on train carriages.

Transdev spokeswoman Emily Liddell said Johnsonville's train service has been reduced to one running every 30 minutes and no trains would be running on the Melling line.

The Melling line service will be replaced with a shuttle bus running between Petone and Melling.

The urgent mechanical inspections are expected to impact peak commuter times today in the morning and afternoon. Read more here

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2158 days ago

Have a free trip on Christmas Day

Metlink

Looks like Christmas is fast approaching. If you’re visiting family and friends you can travel on Metlink buses and trains FREE on Christmas Day. It’s our way of saying thanks.

The bus driver will issue you with a $0 ticket or just tag on and tag off with your Snapper and you won’t be … View more
Looks like Christmas is fast approaching. If you’re visiting family and friends you can travel on Metlink buses and trains FREE on Christmas Day. It’s our way of saying thanks.

The bus driver will issue you with a $0 ticket or just tag on and tag off with your Snapper and you won’t be charged. Train travellers can just board and ride for free.
Learn more

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2158 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene Cardholders!

If you don’t have a card, sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard or while you are at your local Resene ColorShop.

And if you need help choosing your paints, wood stains, colours or wallpapers, your local Resene ColorShop staff can help you with all the advice and inspiration you need!
Find out more!

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2158 days ago

Desk

Cathie from Island Bay

Desk to give away, need some more screws. But functional.

Free

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2158 days ago

Couch

Cathie from Island Bay

Green double couch to give away!

Free

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2158 days ago

Thinking of redesigning your garden?

Summer is just around the corner. That means it’s the best time for renovations. Do you need a space cleared for a new deck? Or want some old plants to be cleared out for your new garden? Price Smart can handle all types of waste removal. For a free quote and find out more call us or visit our … View moreSummer is just around the corner. That means it’s the best time for renovations. Do you need a space cleared for a new deck? Or want some old plants to be cleared out for your new garden? Price Smart can handle all types of waste removal. For a free quote and find out more call us or visit our website.

Call us on 027 548 9818
Visit us at www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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