Kingston, Wellington

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

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

1180 days ago

How to get a Covid-19 test in Wellington/Porirua

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

If you are unwell, have any one of the Covid-19 symptoms or believe you may have been in places of interest relating to current cases then call your doctor to arrange a test. You can also call Healthline on 0800 358 5453. Follow the link (click on Read More) to find testing stations in the … View moreIf you are unwell, have any one of the Covid-19 symptoms or believe you may have been in places of interest relating to current cases then call your doctor to arrange a test. You can also call Healthline on 0800 358 5453. Follow the link (click on Read More) to find testing stations in the Wellington.

Vaccine bookings

Vaccination centres will open again today from 8am.
They will be operating under Alert Level 4 conditions. Because of the need to physically distance, fewer people will be vaccinated and some appointments may need to be postponed.

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1180 days ago

Industry Skills Development Handbook

Competenz

Is this you?

You know building the skills and capability of your staff is vital, but it’s hard to know where to start or even where to turn for advice, so it keeps sliding down your to-do list.

Use this guidebook to develop your company’s capability and improve your bottom line.
Free download

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1180 days ago

Eggs

Lilian from Mount Cook

Does anyone have their own chickens and is willing to sell me some eggs in Kelburn or surrounding suburbs? :)

1180 days ago

Artist Profile

Geoffrey from Kilbirnie

Loose Heads formed in 2017 and began being mentored by The Rock Academy band school. They write their own songs and have recorded at a number of studios in Wellington. They have gigged at many locations including Newtown Festival and they reached the finals of Smoke-Free Rock Quest in 2021. They … View moreLoose Heads formed in 2017 and began being mentored by The Rock Academy band school. They write their own songs and have recorded at a number of studios in Wellington. They have gigged at many locations including Newtown Festival and they reached the finals of Smoke-Free Rock Quest in 2021. They continue to be mentored by Jackson at our band school and we are proud to see them doing so well.


Please support them by following them on the social media links below.


Instagram: @loose_heads
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1180 days ago

What you need to know

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

New Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.

The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on… View more
New Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.

The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on Tuesday. The four include a colleague of the man and close contacts, including a nurse who works at Auckland hospital.
The entire country is at the highest alert level for at least three days while Auckland and Coromandel, where the man spent the weekend, are at level 4 for at least seven days. A list of locations of interest can be found here.
Level 4 means it’s likely that the disease is not contained.

Testing and vaccinations

A full list of community testing centres can be found here. If you think you need a test, call Healthline first on 0800 358 5453. If you get tested, stay home until you have a negative test result. There is no charge to get a test, regardless of your citizenship, immigration status, nationality or medical insurance.
You will need to supply contact details to get a test. A National Health Index (NHI) number is good to have but not crucial.
The most common test is a swab to the back of your nose, which some people describe as a “tickle” and others say is “uncomfortable.”

The vaccination programme has been put on hold for 48 hours. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said it was to ensure the safety of frontline health workers, as officials tried to get to grips with how wide the latest community case may have spread.

Stay at home

People are instructed to stay home in their bubble other than for essential movement. Safe recreational activity is allowed in the local area but, given the Delta variant is suspected, even more caution is recommended from others to limit transmission.

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1180 days ago

Covid-19 Update

The Team from Wellington Water

As of 11.59pm last night Wellington has moved to Alert Level 4 for three days.
This follows the news of a positive COVID-19 case in Auckland.

As an essential service, our crews will still be out and about making sure that water services for Wellington are still running.

Our people will be … View more
As of 11.59pm last night Wellington has moved to Alert Level 4 for three days.
This follows the news of a positive COVID-19 case in Auckland.

As an essential service, our crews will still be out and about making sure that water services for Wellington are still running.

Our people will be using PPE and following physical distancing rules as much as possible. If you see our crews out and about, feel free to wave but please don’t get too close.

If you see a leak or have a problem with your water call your council as you normally would.

Public taps in Lower Hutt will also be closed in line with other public facilities.

Stay safe everyone!

1181 days ago

New Zealand at Alert Level 4

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- … View more
UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm

The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.

Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- There are no genomic matches to those cases at the border to this case.
- There are a further two cases to report in the community. ​
- From 11:59pm, it will be compulsory to wear masks when accessing essential services.
- From 8am tomorrow, the Covid-19 vaccination programme will resume.
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UPDATE
August 18
9.10am

- Four new cases have been identified, all genomically linked to the original case
- The original case has been confirmed as having the Delta variant
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New Zealand will move to a Level 4 lockdown after a community case was detected in Auckland.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was joined by Ashley Bloomfield at a press conference, where she confirmed that Auckland and Coromandel would move to Alert Level 4 from 11.59pm for seven days, while the rest of the country will be under Level 4 conditions for three days.

It is unknown whether this case is that of the Delta variant. Bloomfield stated that genome sequencing will be completed by tomorrow morning.

There is currently 23 locations of interest, 10 in Auckland and 13 in Coromandel. Current locations of interest can be found here.

The case has no links to the border and interviews are currently being undertaken with the case to find any possible locations of interest and how they came to be in contact with Covid-19.

Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level restrictions and what it means for you.
- Here are the locations of interest.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.

For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.

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1183 days ago

Worried about this cat

Anthea from Owhiro Bay

This cat has a wound that is getting bigger and is quite timid, I am worried it is lost, it has been around the bottom of Happy Valley Road for a couple of weeks. The right hand photo was taken this morning, if it is yours please email me grobanthea@gmail.com

1199 days ago

I need a recommendation to repair my audio receiver (amplifier)

Michael from Newtown

Greetings -


My trusty audio receiver (amplifier) that I hook up to my TV just went "kaput" (that's German for "died"). I would appreciate any recommendations where I can get it fixed. Thanks a bunch.


Best wishes - Michael

1182 days ago

BedsRus – Half Price Selected Sleepyhead Chiropractic!

BedsRus Kapiti, Porirua and Lower Hutt

The BedsRus ‘More Slumber for your Lumbar’ sale is on now! Shop half price selected Sleepyhead Chiropractic beds, for a sleep that’s kind on your spine and your pocket.

Featuring the Chiropractic HDX, with the Torquezone HD spring system for ultimate back support and Kulkote temperature … View more
The BedsRus ‘More Slumber for your Lumbar’ sale is on now! Shop half price selected Sleepyhead Chiropractic beds, for a sleep that’s kind on your spine and your pocket.

Featuring the Chiropractic HDX, with the Torquezone HD spring system for ultimate back support and Kulkote temperature regulating technology.

Online or in store at BedsRus Kapiti, Porirua or Lower Hutt and enjoy 24 months interest free for a limited time. Ts&Cs apply.

Shop the sale now at www.bedsrus.co.nz...
Learn more

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1182 days ago

Footspa

Christopher from Brooklyn

Works fine. Please PM or Call: 021 784557

Free

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1186 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.

"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away … View more
As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.

"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away and chasing each other around quite a small area when they disagree about who won the singing competition – little flashes of aerodynamic grey fluff battling for supremacy of the Acer palmatum conveniently sandwiched between a camellia, a kowhai, and a robust trellis covered in potato vine they seem to like climbing in. Having grey warblers in permanent residence here in Woburn, Lower Hutt is quite new (at least in my garden), with them only having turned up earlier this year. I hope they don’t exhaust themselves before they get to do any actual courting. This was taken last week, it is pouring with rain today so a temporary cease fire has been called. Fingers crossed they nest here."

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1182 days ago

Filing Cabinets

Christopher from Brooklyn

One three and one two drawer Europlan Filing Cabinets. Good condition. No keys. Please call or PM me. Thanks.

Free

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1182 days ago

Bridge lessons for beginners start this Thursday morning

Derek from Brooklyn

Learn the most popular card game in the world!
WHERE: Victoria Bridge Club, 112 Tinakori Road

WHEN: Thursday, 19 August 2021, at 9.30 am

WHAT: Car parking available. No equipment needed

WANT to know more? Phone Graeme on (04) 473 5099

HOW: Walk ins welcome or to register email … View more
Learn the most popular card game in the world!
WHERE: Victoria Bridge Club, 112 Tinakori Road

WHEN: Thursday, 19 August 2021, at 9.30 am

WHAT: Car parking available. No equipment needed

WANT to know more? Phone Graeme on (04) 473 5099

HOW: Walk ins welcome or to register email info@victoriabridge.co.nz

Bring along a friend, or just come yourself!

1185 days ago

Are they barking mad?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Dogs will soon be able to 'bark and ride' with a trial starting to let canine companions travel on the Wellington Cable Car. If it's a howling success, downward dogs may become a permanent feature on everyones favourite funicular! .

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