Island Bay, Wellington

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1305 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This week we feature a well known Wellington identity. Do you remember him?

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1303 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another contribution from Louise Thomas

"Coming in for a landing. Petone Beach, Lower Hutt. Variable Oyster catcher/tōrea pango (Haematopus unicolor)."

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1306 days ago

Will you visit Rarotonga?

Reporter Community News

Kiwis will be able to visit the Cook Islands without having to quarantine in either country from May 17.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the start date for the long-awaited two-way, quarantine-free travel bubble on Monday – two weeks before it is set to inflate.

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1304 days ago

Big stink for Island Bay

Reporter Community News

Island Bay residents are being told to expect three months of foul odours due to maintenance work on a major sewerage pipe.
It’s another kick in the guts for a community that suffered through months of the “overpowering” stench of sewage after extensive damage was found in a pipe deep beneath… View more
Island Bay residents are being told to expect three months of foul odours due to maintenance work on a major sewerage pipe.
It’s another kick in the guts for a community that suffered through months of the “overpowering” stench of sewage after extensive damage was found in a pipe deep beneath Wellington in 2020.
Two four-metre-deep excavations will be dug into the road at the corner of Adelaide Rd and Dover St, so crews can remove, refurbish, and reinstall valves on a large sewerage pipe.
The work, which began on Monday, will continue until early July. Traffic is not expected to be impacted, but residents in the area received letters warning there may be construction noise and odour.

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1304 days ago

Wellington Better Home and Living Show

Jade Promotions (Home & Living)

The Wellington Better Home and Living Show is BACK! Transform your home and lifestyle with a huge range of exhibitors in one easy location at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show on from the 14-16 May at Sky Stadium.

Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many … View more
The Wellington Better Home and Living Show is BACK! Transform your home and lifestyle with a huge range of exhibitors in one easy location at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show on from the 14-16 May at Sky Stadium.

Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There are so many fabulous reasons to visit the show with a huge range featuring everything from featuring kitchens, builders, renovators, architects, plants, tools, heating & insulation, spas, interior design and more! You can also enjoy a range of health and beauty products, sustainable living, art and artisan foods. We are also excited to welcome delicious new street food vendors to the show, alongside great coffee it makes the ideal day out.

Save the date in your diaries and connect with local businesses from the 14 – 16 May at the Wellington Better Home and Living Show

Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free.
Find out more

1308 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Vada

Reporter Community News

"Hi there my name is Vader aka Vaddie. I came into SPCA under unfortunate circumstances and have been under the care of the Veterinarian and Canine Team. I am now ready for my forever home.
It has taken a bit of time for me to come out of my shell and learn to trust people but once to do I am … View more
"Hi there my name is Vader aka Vaddie. I came into SPCA under unfortunate circumstances and have been under the care of the Veterinarian and Canine Team. I am now ready for my forever home.
It has taken a bit of time for me to come out of my shell and learn to trust people but once to do I am very loving and loyal. I would love quiet, predictable home with someone around for parts or all of the day as I am not comfortable with being left alone and thrive with company. I would love a home that enjoys going for walks and adventures but at the same understands that I am not always comfortable around the hustle and bustle of city life, I can be a very sensitive soul. I do however, have a playful side. I love playing with toys."

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1306 days ago

Snapper finally makes it to Wellington

Reporter Community News

Snapper cards will be accepted on Wellington’s trains from October this year, ending more than a century of paper tickets.
The Snapper pilot will begin in October on the Johnsonville Rail Line, subject to the final completion of commercial negotiations.
Since its launch in 2008, Snapper cards … View more
Snapper cards will be accepted on Wellington’s trains from October this year, ending more than a century of paper tickets.
The Snapper pilot will begin in October on the Johnsonville Rail Line, subject to the final completion of commercial negotiations.
Since its launch in 2008, Snapper cards have been used for the overwhelming majority of bus trips in the capital.
Wellington was originally meant to add card payments to trains back in 2015, under a Waka Kotahi plan to expand Auckland’s AT HOP card to the capital.

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1304 days ago

Free Piano

Christine from Brooklyn

Available for pick up in Mt Victoria. In good very used condition. Keys all working and tuned 2 years ago. Free to anyone who would like it, but must collect by Tuesday next week.

Free

1305 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
Subscribe Now

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1305 days ago

Mother’s Day

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Make Mother’s Day truely special, with a lovely and sustainable gift from your local Red Cross shop.

1306 days ago

The benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus.

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking … View more
As parents and educators, we know that a heavy workload and commitments can be stressful, so taking breaks is an essential part of learning. At NumberWorks’nWords, we ensure that breaks are scheduled into each students’ session.

Check out the full blog to explore the benefits of taking breaks for learning and focus!

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1306 days ago

It's the season for streaming TV

The Team from Chorus

Are you hanging out for some of your favourite shows to return this winter?

Read more about what's coming below. And be sure you're connected to fibre broadband for the best streaming experience.
Read more

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1306 days ago

Hastings-born Whare Timu, 34, is architecture's 'new kid'

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

As a child in Hastings, Whare Timu painted superheroes all over the house, now Whare Timu has landed a top job with one of this country's biggest architecture firms.

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1307 days ago

Council to name dog park after Les Dalton

Reporter Community News

Les Dalton spent 45 years looking after dogs and his legacy will continue with a purpose-built dog park in Wainuiomata.
The Hutt City Council recently agreed to name its first dog park after Dalton, who died in May 2020, while working on opening the amenity, which would have been his most … View more
Les Dalton spent 45 years looking after dogs and his legacy will continue with a purpose-built dog park in Wainuiomata.
The Hutt City Council recently agreed to name its first dog park after Dalton, who died in May 2020, while working on opening the amenity, which would have been his most significant achievement.
His wife, Jill Dalton, said he would have been delighted by the decision.
“I think it is a wonderful tribute to him and his legacy of 45 years.”
Mayor Campbell Barry said Dalton was an advocate for dog welfare and having a dog park named after him in Wainuiomata, where he lived, was a fitting tribute.

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