Kaiwharawhara, Wellington

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

2841 days ago

We can help employers as well as employees

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Remember, every employee must have a written employment agreement. If you’re an employer and you want to make sure you’re doing right by your workers, and are meeting your legal obligations, visit your local CAB, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or check out our website, www.cab.org.nz.

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2841 days ago

Poll: Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

What are your thoughts on tenants paying letting fees? Housing Minister Phil Twyford has put forward a bill that would ban landlords from charging letting fees to tenants. Is the bill a good idea? Let us know in our poll below.
To read more click here.

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Do you think letting fees should be scrapped?
  • 80% Yes, let's get rid of fees
    80% Complete
  • 9.1% No, tenants should pay letting fees
    9.1% Complete
  • 10.9% No, but fees should be reduced
    10.9% Complete
  • 0% I'm on the fence
    0% Complete
55 votes
2841 days ago

Odd One Out – April School Holiday Fun

Capital E

Three curious characters live a busy life in a world where everything has a purpose and place… until one day, an Odd character arrives and things start to change. Suddenly their world is full of things that don’t belong anywhere! What will the Odd One Out do next and will anything ever be the … View moreThree curious characters live a busy life in a world where everything has a purpose and place… until one day, an Odd character arrives and things start to change. Suddenly their world is full of things that don’t belong anywhere! What will the Odd One Out do next and will anything ever be the same again?

Book into Odd One Out at the Hannah Playhouse for this brand new, delightful, non-verbal National Theatre for Children Show. Suits age 2-7
Book here!

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2842 days ago

Will your pets be joining you on the bus?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

How do you feel about pets being allowed on Wellington's buses? The council will soon allow domestic pets ride along on public transport. So, will you be taking your dogs, cats and rabbits for a ride? Do you think it's a good idea? To read more click here.

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2842 days ago

Have you heard? National's Jonathan Coleman bows out

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard that former Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has resigned from politics? A by-election will be held for his Auckland seat.
To read more about his resignation click here.

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2842 days ago

Zumba Gold with Joy at the Centre

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

If you haven't tried Zumba® Gold with Joy before - come along tomorrow from 1 pm - 2 pm, Just for $5
All are welcome to join.

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2842 days ago

Churton Park Multicultural Fair at Amesbury School

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Mark your calendar now!
On Sunday 25 March from 12 noon - 3pm Churton Park is having a Multicultural Fair.
There will be 3 hours of amazing performances, music, dance, costumes, art, food showcasing the diverse cultures and talents from Churton Park.
Come along to celebrate the Neighbours Day.
Take… View more
Mark your calendar now!
On Sunday 25 March from 12 noon - 3pm Churton Park is having a Multicultural Fair.
There will be 3 hours of amazing performances, music, dance, costumes, art, food showcasing the diverse cultures and talents from Churton Park.
Come along to celebrate the Neighbours Day.
Take the family along to this fun event and get to know your neighbours.



12:00    Opening Wellington Mayor Justin Lester
12:10 Traditional Chinese dance China Cultural Centre
12:20 African drumming Sam Manzana
12:30 Wudang sword demonstration China Cultural Centre
12:40 Ukelele performance Churton Uks
12:50 Tai chi sword & umbrella dance China Cultural Centre
13:00 Bollywood dance

13:10 Kapa Haka Group Churton Park School
13:20 Chinese pipa (lute) China Cultural Centre
13:30 Bharatanatyam dance Mayur Dance Academy
13:40 Sari-tying demonstration Rose Devadhar
13:50 Kathak dance Mayur Dance Academy
14:05 Belly dance Marian Cabalon Belly Dance School
14:15 Classical Indian dance

14:25 Inner Mongolian dance Mr LIU Luochen
14:35 Sri Lankan dance Sri Lanka Dance Academy
14:45 Bharatanatyam dance

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2842 days ago

Poll: What's your favourite NZ town?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in… View more
Hey neighbours,

If you didn't live in your neighbourhood, which town or city would you vote as your favourite in New Zealand? Is it the capital, the Garden City, Dunedin, or perhaps our City of Sails? We want to know which Kiwi town reigns supreme in NZ. To share your thoughts, take part in our poll!

To read more about NZ's great town rivalries click here.

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What's your favourite NZ town?
  • 14.3% Wellington
    14.3% Complete
  • 11.9% Auckland
    11.9% Complete
  • 2.4% Napier
    2.4% Complete
  • 4.8% Palmerston North
    4.8% Complete
  • 14.3% Christchurch
    14.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Invercargill
    2.4% Complete
  • 11.9% Nelson
    11.9% Complete
  • 7.1% Rotorua
    7.1% Complete
  • 0% Queenstown
    0% Complete
  • 7.1% Dunedin
    7.1% Complete
  • 23.8% Other
    23.8% Complete
42 votes
2842 days ago

Dear Prime Minister: End Oil Exploration

Greenpeace

Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your … View more
Over 60 scientists, businesspeople, iwi leaders, unions, journalists and artists have signed a powerful letter, alongside 47,000 people who put their name to a petition, calling on Jacinda Ardern to end oil exploration.

“Your commitment to make climate change the nuclear-free moment of your generation has the power to inspire a nation, and indeed the world. We are calling on you to turn this passion into action, by taking bold and decisive measures to protect our future and our children’s future.”

Add your name in support of the Government ending oil and gas exploration now as a vital step in tackling climate change.
Add your name!

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2847 days ago

Wood totara

Trish & Paul from Wilton

Anyone want some offcuts of old painted totara. Free in Willton. Paul 027339764 8

Free

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2842 days ago

Free workshop: Creating your own work - Building a micro-business

Judith from Khandallah

Saturday 24 March, 2018, 10.00am – 4.30pm
This practical workshop is delivered from the perspective of what is required of families, supporters, staff and agencies to establish a micro-business to enable a person to pursue their passion e.g. jewellery making, baking or dogwalking.
A few spaces … View more
Saturday 24 March, 2018, 10.00am – 4.30pm
This practical workshop is delivered from the perspective of what is required of families, supporters, staff and agencies to establish a micro-business to enable a person to pursue their passion e.g. jewellery making, baking or dogwalking.
A few spaces are still available. Refer to attached flyer for more information and registration details.
Free for disabled people / family members, $150 for paid professionals including IF / EIF staff.

Flyer Creating your own work - Wgtn.pdf Download View

2842 days ago

Neighbours Day this Weekend!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

With over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up … View moreWith over 200 events registered - Neighbours Day Aotearoa is gonna be a big one this year! If you've registered an event and want it on the public events map on our website check your inbox (or spam folders) for an email from us. If you can't find it, email us and we'll pop it up online ASAP #NDA2018

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2843 days ago

Rummikub Group at the Centre

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

We have a Rummikub group at the Centre.
Every Thursday from 10 am - 12 noon (term time)
Come along and join others for company, conversation and a cuppa while you enjoy a good game of Rummikub!
Complementary tea and coffee. Cost: $2
For more information, contact Mai on 830 4802 0r … View more
We have a Rummikub group at the Centre.
Every Thursday from 10 am - 12 noon (term time)
Come along and join others for company, conversation and a cuppa while you enjoy a good game of Rummikub!
Complementary tea and coffee. Cost: $2
For more information, contact Mai on 830 4802 0r cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2843 days ago

WFA Free Heartbeat Training

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Don't miss this opportunity Wellington Free Ambulance are holding their Free Heartbeat training at the centre on Thursday 29 March from 6.30pm - 8pm.
Booking on this training are essential, spaces are limited.
Please contact Mai on 04 830 4802 or email: cpcc@wcc.govt.nz

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2843 days ago

Which is your favourite city - Auckland or Wellington?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

#Watch: New Zealand has some beautiful cities, but we want to know which one is your favourite. Is Auckland or Wellington the country's most creative centre? Let us know!

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