Houghton Bay, Wellington

Boat painting and general tidy up needed

Shiree from Hataitai

I have a boat down in the Evans Bay Hard stand that needs to get finished. Just an effort to get the boat to the end is all we need. Summer is coming! Some internal prep and paint, helping get the final bits added, helping the guy currently working on the boat. Good experience with painting and … View moreI have a boat down in the Evans Bay Hard stand that needs to get finished. Just an effort to get the boat to the end is all we need. Summer is coming! Some internal prep and paint, helping get the final bits added, helping the guy currently working on the boat. Good experience with painting and general maintenance would be needed.

The work is available immediately.

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Stuff

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Motorcyclists, should your safety be rewarded?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re a motorcyclist and you take safety training, should you get a rebate on your rego? ACC’s new proposal might reward you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25. Learn more

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend?

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Get ready for a fun-filled day for the entire family tomorrow at the Emergency Services Expo here in Wellington!

Watch fire demonstrations, tugboat water cannon displays, harbour rescue drills, get up close to vehicles and equipment, and talk to the New Zealand Police dog section about their work.… View moreGet ready for a fun-filled day for the entire family tomorrow at the Emergency Services Expo here in Wellington!

Watch fire demonstrations, tugboat water cannon displays, harbour rescue drills, get up close to vehicles and equipment, and talk to the New Zealand Police dog section about their work.

This free event runs from 11.00am – 2.00pm with events / demonstrations to be held at Te Papa (Level 2, forecourt, Amphitheatre) and the waterfront.

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

• Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
• Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
• Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing

Vote View Results

• 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
  12.9% Complete
• 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
  75% Complete
• 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
  12.1% Complete

659 votes

Dixon St closure this weekend (6-7 Oct)

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We'll be installing the rainbow crossing in the CBD this weekend to show our support for the LGBTQI community. While we do the work, Dixon Street will be closed to general traffic between Taranaki Street & Victoria Street on Sat & Sun (6-7 Oct) and detours will be in place. Pedestrian … View moreWe'll be installing the rainbow crossing in the CBD this weekend to show our support for the LGBTQI community. While we do the work, Dixon Street will be closed to general traffic between Taranaki Street & Victoria Street on Sat & Sun (6-7 Oct) and detours will be in place. Pedestrian access won’t be affected, residents will have vehicle access at controlled entry points and Dixon St will re-open at 5 am on Monday 8 Oct. For more info check out our website.