Houghton Bay, Wellington

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2264 days ago

Thursday 6 Sept Meeting about New Bus Services

Sarah Free from Sarah Free - Wellington City Councillor

To be held at Gateway Baptist Church, 7.30-9.30 pm Thurs 06 Sept.
A chance to hear from GWRC councillors and share your views

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2265 days ago

New house to let - 3/4 bedroom. Available now. Expansive sea views over Island Bay, Cook Strait.

Helen from Southgate

This is a brand new spacious home, top specs all round, in sunny quiet location. If you know someone looking for a quality place with beautiful 'ring circle' sea views, please give Robin a call any time: 021 133 3325. $950 pw - so worth it. Here's the link for some pics. … View moreThis is a brand new spacious home, top specs all round, in sunny quiet location. If you know someone looking for a quality place with beautiful 'ring circle' sea views, please give Robin a call any time: 021 133 3325. $950 pw - so worth it. Here's the link for some pics. tinyurl.com...
(The photos here don't do it justice in my opinion.) Please phone if you have questions rather than posting here please, as I'm sharing it on his behalf. Thanks!

2264 days ago

Native plants trade

Brian from Houghton Bay

I'm having difficulty finding these plants and it would be ideal if I could plant a few before the end of this planting season:

Fuchsia excorticata (Kōnini)
Geniostoma ligustrifolium (Hangehange)
Pseudowintera colorata (Horopito)

I have the following native plants that I could trade:
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I'm having difficulty finding these plants and it would be ideal if I could plant a few before the end of this planting season:

Fuchsia excorticata (Kōnini)
Geniostoma ligustrifolium (Hangehange)
Pseudowintera colorata (Horopito)

I have the following native plants that I could trade:
Pittosporum tenuifolium (Kōhūhū)
Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)
Dodonaea viscosa (Akeake)

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2264 days ago

Bloom!

Geoffrey from Lyall Bay

Justin Lester will be opening Bloom Collective at 330pm this Saturday then the music will be rocking! Come down for some incredible art, a sausage and music. Very family friendly :)

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2265 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Wellington or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2265 days ago

We're giving away FREE reusable shopping bags!

Tommy's Real Estate Wellington City

Tommy’s Real Estate has always been big on supporting the local communities who have supported us. Now we are doing something for the environment!

It is estimated New Zealanders use around 1.6 billion single-use plastic bags every year. By 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the … View more
Tommy’s Real Estate has always been big on supporting the local communities who have supported us. Now we are doing something for the environment!

It is estimated New Zealanders use around 1.6 billion single-use plastic bags every year. By 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean! Tommy’s is giving away 35,000 heavy duty reusable shopping bags over the next several weeks in an effort to help free our beautiful Wellington city from plastic shopping bags.

You can collect yours from any Tommy’s open home or Tommy’s office!

For the next 4 weeks we will be stationed at:
- New World Chaffers on Saturday (12pm – 2pm) and Sunday (10am – 12pm)
- Harbourside Sunday Market (10am – 12pm)

Tommy’s, more GREEN than just our branding.
Find a Tommy's office!

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2266 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2266 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2266 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2266 days ago

Proposal to close roads

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Our Regulatory Processes Committee will meet in October to consider some temporary road closures for the Polish Christmas Market, Thorndon Fair, Black Caps vs Sri Lanka test match, A Very Welly Christmas and Black Caps vs Bangladesh test match - see full details in image. If you object to these … View moreOur Regulatory Processes Committee will meet in October to consider some temporary road closures for the Polish Christmas Market, Thorndon Fair, Black Caps vs Sri Lanka test match, A Very Welly Christmas and Black Caps vs Bangladesh test match - see full details in image. If you object to these proposed road closures or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz.

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