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1514 days ago

National Gardening Week 19-26th October

Yates NZ

Planting for a better planet has never been more important - for food, for the environment and for health. This year in particular many Kiwis have found solace in our gardens, or embraced gardening for the first time.

The call is out to New Zealanders to get growing this National Gardening WeekView more
Planting for a better planet has never been more important - for food, for the environment and for health. This year in particular many Kiwis have found solace in our gardens, or embraced gardening for the first time.

The call is out to New Zealanders to get growing this National Gardening Week and reap the rewards of home-grown food.

To help kickstart your vegie patch and live a more sustainable life, Yates is lending a helping hand.

Just register online HERE between 1st and 18th October to receive a FREE packet of Yates Vegie Seeds.
Learn more

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1514 days ago

Thanks for doing good in your hood!

The Warehouse

If you’re shopping at your local The Warehouse, we need to say thanks, because you’re helping us give the planet a hand!

We’re on a journey to make it easier to shop sustainably. We’ve got more than 5,000 products on our shelves that are easier on the planet and easier on your wallet. … View more
If you’re shopping at your local The Warehouse, we need to say thanks, because you’re helping us give the planet a hand!

We’re on a journey to make it easier to shop sustainably. We’ve got more than 5,000 products on our shelves that are easier on the planet and easier on your wallet. So it’s easy to do good every time you stop in and shop. Join us on our journey here .
Find out more

1514 days ago

Give tennis a go this weekend - adults and/or juniors

Andrew Watson from Ngaio Tennis Club

Love Tennis comes to Ngaio Tennis Club this weekend. Both days, 1.00 - 4.00. Come along to either, or both. Give it a go. No charge plus prizes and BBQ.

1517 days ago

Zealandia fence cut

Reporter Community News

A predator exclusion fence at Wellington eco-sanctuary Zealandia has been “deliberately cut” using a power tool, sparking concerns for the rare and threatened species who live there.
Police have been called in, with Zealandia now looking at additional security measures, including the … View more
A predator exclusion fence at Wellington eco-sanctuary Zealandia has been “deliberately cut” using a power tool, sparking concerns for the rare and threatened species who live there.
Police have been called in, with Zealandia now looking at additional security measures, including the installation of CCTV to prevent further damage. Zealandia chief executive Paul Atkins said it was “extremely upsetting and disappointing” to see the fence targeted in this way.

1521 days ago

October is Save Kiwi Month

The Team from Kiwis for kiwi

Only a few hundred years ago, millions of kiwi roamed Aotearoa. Today, New Zealand is home to around 70,000 kiwi, and despite efforts that number drops by 2% every year.

Save Kiwi Month is an annual celebration of all things kiwi. Join the Kiwis for kiwi Neighbourly group to learn about our … View more
Only a few hundred years ago, millions of kiwi roamed Aotearoa. Today, New Zealand is home to around 70,000 kiwi, and despite efforts that number drops by 2% every year.

Save Kiwi Month is an annual celebration of all things kiwi. Join the Kiwis for kiwi Neighbourly group to learn about our national icon, find out about kiwi conservation efforts around the country, and find out how you can help make a difference to the kiwi population from the comfort of your own home >>> www.neighbourly.co.nz...

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1515 days ago

Pop-up Hub in Seatoun

Corinne Morris from

Join us for a cup of tea and a light lunch at our monthly pop-up hub in Seatoun.

This is a FREE social gathering for 65+ year olds. You can enjoy a cup of tea, while making new friends. There is no need to register, just turn up. You are welcome to bring you mobile and laptop if you have any … View more
Join us for a cup of tea and a light lunch at our monthly pop-up hub in Seatoun.

This is a FREE social gathering for 65+ year olds. You can enjoy a cup of tea, while making new friends. There is no need to register, just turn up. You are welcome to bring you mobile and laptop if you have any questions or need some help.

When: 20th October at 12pm - 2pm
Where: Seatoun Village Hall, 22 Forres Street, Seatoun

For more information call 04 499 6648.

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1516 days ago

Tītipounamu thiring in Zealandia

Reporter Community News

Hey Wellington residents, there is more good news from Zealandia.
Zealandia is reporting that tītipounamu/rifleman are entering their second breeding season after being introduced in early 2019.
So far, nine nests have been discovered in nest boxes.

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1515 days ago

Steady As You GO Karori Class

Corinne Morris from

Our Steady As You GO Karori class, taken on Monday. Keeping fit and having fun 😀

If you would like information on our various SAYGO classes in the greater Wellington area, call 04)499 6646 or visit www.acwellington.org.nz...

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1515 days ago

Kererū are making Wellington home

Reporter Community News

Wellingtonians give yourself a giant pat on the back.
The results are in from this year's Great Kererū Count, and eager bird watchers have spotted 5,619 birds. That represents 26 percent of the national total and a lot more birds than were seen in Auckland.

Bird numbers in Wellington have … View more
Wellingtonians give yourself a giant pat on the back.
The results are in from this year's Great Kererū Count, and eager bird watchers have spotted 5,619 birds. That represents 26 percent of the national total and a lot more birds than were seen in Auckland.

Bird numbers in Wellington have increased generally since 2011, with the council reporting an increase in native birds making the city home, with tūī, fantail, kākā, kākāriki, North Island saddleback and kererū numbers all increasing significantly.

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1515 days ago

Tātou Rohe - Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Another fortnight, another copy of our community newsletter, Tātou Rohe! Read it here: bit.ly...

Head to our website if you’d like to subscribe: www.gw.govt.nz...

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1516 days ago

Heart stopping yarn

Reporter Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, check out this beautiful piece of writing from Stuff journalist Marty Sharpe.

The rugby gods weren’t ready for Colin Mataira.
Three times he turned up at their gates on the afternoon of July 11, and three times they sent him back. The 45-year-old father of five, and … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, check out this beautiful piece of writing from Stuff journalist Marty Sharpe.

The rugby gods weren’t ready for Colin Mataira.
Three times he turned up at their gates on the afternoon of July 11, and three times they sent him back. The 45-year-old father of five, and grandfather of three, to all intents and purposes died three times when his heart stopped on the 10-metre line of a Napier rugby field that day.

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1516 days ago

Fire leaves neighbour living in garage

Reporter Community News

Jeff Montgomery has been forced to live out of his garage after the house next door was burned down.

The derelict property next door in Abel Smith Street burnt down in a high profile blaze that caused $500,000 in damage to his property. His insurance company is covering the cost of the repairs but… View more
Jeff Montgomery has been forced to live out of his garage after the house next door was burned down.

The derelict property next door in Abel Smith Street burnt down in a high profile blaze that caused $500,000 in damage to his property. His insurance company is covering the cost of the repairs but not the loss of income he suffered from no longer being able to operate a bed and breakfast.

He is frustrated that the building was derelict and vagrants had been living in it. The council has listed it as a heritage building but was unaware of the poor state it was in.

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1518 days ago

When the council was the milkman

Reporter Community News

It is hard to believe now but for a long time, Wellingtonians got their milk from the Wellington City Council.

The Wellington City Milk-Supply Act 1919 made the council responsible for supplying residents with good quality milk at a reasonable price.
After World War One there was a concerns about … View more
It is hard to believe now but for a long time, Wellingtonians got their milk from the Wellington City Council.

The Wellington City Milk-Supply Act 1919 made the council responsible for supplying residents with good quality milk at a reasonable price.
After World War One there was a concerns about the quality and the price of milk. The Act gave the council a monopoly to sell and distribute milk in the city, which it did until 987.
The Municipal Milk Department was deemed so successful the council produced a booklet outlining how the system worked to help other councils set up a similar scheme.

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1516 days ago

Cinderella @ Circa to Support the Wellington Children's Hospital

Zaheda from Wilton

Come support our Rotary Club of Wellington North to raise funds for the Wellington Children's Hospital for an afternoon with Cinderella.

Tickets may be bought by emailing Rotarypanto2020@gmail.com or message me.

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1517 days ago

Election 2020: Te Tai Tonga candidates for local MP

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Tonga's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders … View more
Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Tonga's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.

Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.

Why does my MP matter?

The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.  

To read more, click here.

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