Island Bay, Wellington

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

309 days ago

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The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Make the most of your open shelves with a refresh using Resene paints.

Find out how to bring out the best in your shelves with this easy to follow advice.

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309 days ago

Doug finds family at Ryman

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.… View more
Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.

The resulting hilarious sequence of dry, but complimentary-to-Ryman, one-liners left the audience calling for Doug to have his own show. One fan even touted him as the next PM!

What viewers didn’t know, however, was that behind the droll exterior, Doug was dealing with the loss of his beloved wife Jan.

Click to read Doug's story.

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310 days ago

Announcing our Santa Paws winners

Southern Cross from Neighbourly Nz

A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their … View more
A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their entries.

Tracey Rose
Julie Chamberlain
Selina Chan
Alexi White
Robert Brumm
Maria Wood
Kerena Davidson
Julie Gregory
Mark Williams
Glen Adams

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311 days ago

What's happening on the Parade?

Mary Ellen from Island Bay

I just saw a sign saying there will be major road works on the Parade most of the year. Does anyone know what is being done? Are these the changes that were delayed pending light rail, which is now not happening?

311 days ago

Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

We have two Staying Safe Refresher Courses being held in February and March. One at the Hosanna Harvest Church in Epuni and the other at the Upper Hutt Library.
These courses are free and include a light lunch (see attached posters).

To book your place call us on (04) 499 6646 or visit our … View more
We have two Staying Safe Refresher Courses being held in February and March. One at the Hosanna Harvest Church in Epuni and the other at the Upper Hutt Library.
These courses are free and include a light lunch (see attached posters).

To book your place call us on (04) 499 6646 or visit our website.

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311 days ago

Trevor Fox Terrier

Diane from Mornington

Our foxy Trev has slipped his lead please cal 022 165 7799 if you see him. Thanks so much. he is very friendly and won't bite.

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311 days ago

Volunteering in 2024

Volunteer Wellington

Our Wellington, Hutt and Porirua offices are open and ready to help you volunteer in 2024! Get involved in your community while having fun, learning new skills and meeting people. We have hundreds of volunteer roles on our website, and you can search by location or area of interest. Check them out … View moreOur Wellington, Hutt and Porirua offices are open and ready to help you volunteer in 2024! Get involved in your community while having fun, learning new skills and meeting people. We have hundreds of volunteer roles on our website, and you can search by location or area of interest. Check them out at:
volunteerwellington.nz...

If you would like assistance to find a suitable role give us a call on:

* Wellington 04 499 4570
* Hutt Valley 04 566 6786
* Porirua 020 4069 3653

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313 days ago

Wellington’s water woes

Julie from Island Bay

In Wellington the water leaks,
Been doing it for weeks and weeks.
The pipe by us got fixed but then,
A few weeks later it leaks again.

Down on Lambton Quay the path,
Is so very wet you have to laugh,
As you splash through or tiptoe round… View more
In Wellington the water leaks,
Been doing it for weeks and weeks.
The pipe by us got fixed but then,
A few weeks later it leaks again.

Down on Lambton Quay the path,
Is so very wet you have to laugh,
As you splash through or tiptoe round
Trying to stay on higher ground.

Now they’re saying we might run out
With so much sun and heat about.
So save some water, buy a tank
(Should already have one, to be frank)

Even though our rates are high
And no-one knows exactly why
We know one day all will be fine
If everybody toes the line

And doesn’t shower or wash the car
Or water the garden
Or use the spa.
Or cook
Or drink
(Let them drink wine!)
Don’t worry folks we’ll all be fine!

312 days ago

Making space for community: start something new in '24

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

Is there something you’d like to try this year but no one's offering it? Maybe start it yourself: the Island Bay Presbyterian Centre has excellent space to hire during the day, and bringing a group together costs as little as $5 per person. Casual bookings are also welcome. Email us or drop … View moreIs there something you’d like to try this year but no one's offering it? Maybe start it yourself: the Island Bay Presbyterian Centre has excellent space to hire during the day, and bringing a group together costs as little as $5 per person. Casual bookings are also welcome. Email us or drop in (88 The Parade) and see our large lounge, hall and auditorium, with wifi, quality sound, and good support facilities (kitchen, gardens, plenty of parking, piano for practice). office@ibpc.org.nz, message us on Facebook, or www.ibpc.org.nz...

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312 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting… View moreDear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2024 winners will be announced in the April 2024 issue of NZ Gardener, and the winner receives more than $2500 worth of prizes.

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313 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.

Make this … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.

Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Birthday Lottery and get your tickets today.
Buy tickets now

317 days ago

Looking for website developer.

Niki from Newtown

Hi, I'm looking for someone to put an e.shop on one of my fbk.pages. Please email me at niki_phillips@xtra.co.nz with your quote.
Many thanks,
Niki.

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317 days ago

Looking for a gardener

Jaimie from Kilbirnie

Hi everyone,

We are looking for a gardener for a one-off big tidy up and then regular maintenance on a steep section. Does anyone have any recommendations? Preferably someone interested in native planting.

Cheers

319 days ago

Looking for website developer.

Niki from Newtown

Hi everyone, I'm looking for someone to put an e.shop on my website in Marchc(nikiphillipsart.co.nz). Please send a quote for the whole job to my email: niki_phillips@xtra.co.nz
Thanks, Niki.

316 days ago

Porirua scrub fire

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fire crews continue to fight a scrub fire in the Porirua seaside area of Titahi Bay this morning (Friday) which began late on Thursday night and northerly winds pushed a veil of smoke from the blaze over Wellington’s northern suburbs. Smoke was also reported in the Hutt Valley and the Wellington … View moreFire crews continue to fight a scrub fire in the Porirua seaside area of Titahi Bay this morning (Friday) which began late on Thursday night and northerly winds pushed a veil of smoke from the blaze over Wellington’s northern suburbs. Smoke was also reported in the Hutt Valley and the Wellington coastal suburb of Miramar.

What you need to know:
- Fenz was alerted to the blaze at 11.04pm on Thursday, and the first crews arrived by about 11.10pm.
- About 7.15am Friday, Fire and Emergency NZ said eight crews were still working to bring the vegetation fire under control. Helicopters with monsoon buckets would also be working on Friday morning.
- The fire was burning over about 10ha in Whitireia Park, and people were asked to stay away from the area. No homes were at risk, Fenz said.
- Residents in Wellington’s northern suburbs woke to the sight of a red glow in the sky and the smell of smoke in the air.
- Commuters travelling into Wellington city from the north were also driving through heavy smoke over the motorway in the central Porirua area.
- Fenz said smoke was affecting a large part of Porirua, and the National Public Health Service had advised that people in an area where there was smoke should go inside, close the windows and doors and turn off air conditioning units. Anyone who had been exposed to the smoke and was feeling unwell should contact Healthline (0800 611 116) or ring their doctor for advice.

Beware of inhaling smoke:
People should avoid exposure to smoke if possible.
Smoke may irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and airways. Symptoms could include watery or sore eyes, dry or sore throat, sore nose, cough, tightness of the chest or difficulty breathing. In healthy people, most symptoms disappeared soon after exposure to smoke ended and did not cause long-term health problems. Smokers, the elderly, children, and those with heart disease, asthma or other lung disease were at the greatest risk of harm from smoke inhalation.

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