Kingston, Wellington

1357 days ago

Poll: Do you feel safe in Wellington City?

Reporter Community News

National list MP Nicola Willis does not feel safe walking through central Wellington as a result of an increase in social disorder and the presence of patched gang members.
Speaking to reporters at Parliament , Willis said she was concerned about the recent “explosion” in emergency housing in … View more
National list MP Nicola Willis does not feel safe walking through central Wellington as a result of an increase in social disorder and the presence of patched gang members.
Speaking to reporters at Parliament , Willis said she was concerned about the recent “explosion” in emergency housing in central Wellington, which had led to increased violence, threatening behaviour and intimidation on the capital’s streets.
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Do you feel safe in Wellington City?
  • 55.2% Yes
    55.2% Complete
  • 44.8% No
    44.8% Complete
183 votes
1356 days ago

It's NZRC National Annual Appeal Week!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Want to donate to our Red Cross Appeal but can’t find any of our street collectors in your area?
Stop by your local Red Cross Shop, and we’ll help you get this sorted!
Just approach one of our friendly Red Cross Shop volunteers by the till and let them know that you wish to donate to the Red … View more
Want to donate to our Red Cross Appeal but can’t find any of our street collectors in your area?
Stop by your local Red Cross Shop, and we’ll help you get this sorted!
Just approach one of our friendly Red Cross Shop volunteers by the till and let them know that you wish to donate to the Red Cross Appeal.

To find the Red Cross Shop near you, click the link below to visit our website.

We look forward to seeing you!

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1356 days ago

Easter holiday in Bay of Islands

Deborah from Island Bay

Lovely apartment available in Paihia 2-9 April at $150 per night. It's in a quiet timeshare complex right behind the shopping area. There's a king-sized bed & huge ensuite, plus a fold-out bed in the lounge, a second bathroom, an excellent kitchen and a big deck. The complex has free … View moreLovely apartment available in Paihia 2-9 April at $150 per night. It's in a quiet timeshare complex right behind the shopping area. There's a king-sized bed & huge ensuite, plus a fold-out bed in the lounge, a second bathroom, an excellent kitchen and a big deck. The complex has free use of mountain bikes, and has a swimming pool, 2 spas, a sauna, barbecues, and games room with table-tennis & pool table.

Unfortunately I booked the wrong week because I thought the school holidays started at Easter (but they don't), so message me to take our place!

For more details, see www.classicholidays.co.nz...

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1357 days ago

Washing machine

Kate from Kilbirnie

F&P top loader washing machine - free. Unable to deliver - must pick up in Kilbirnie.

Unsure of how many litres - fits an average size load of washing.

Free

1357 days ago

Local heroes, two women remove tonnes of rubbish

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What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of … View more
What can we do to reduce the amount of rubbish that goes into the sea? That is the question two women are asking after spending a year cleaning up a coastal seal colony near Wellington.
Fishhooks, hundreds of shoes, 160 coffee sacks of rubbish, 48 tyres and 15 crayfish pots.
That is just some of the rubbish Lorraine Shaab​ and Noeline Angus​ have removed from a seal colony on the Wainuiomata Coast, near Wellington, over the past year.

1358 days ago

My Wellington: Swee Tan

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Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you … View more
Dr Swee Tan is a world-renowned researcher and plastic surgeon who has lived in Khandallah for 26 years. Born in Malaysia, Tan travelled the world before settling in the capital, where he heads up the Gillies McIndoe Research Institute. Here’s his take on life in the capital.

How long have you been a Wellingtonian?
I was here in 1992 when I was doing my training in plastic surgery. We lived here for one year and then went overseas to London, then Oxford and Boston, and then came back in 1995. I was born in Malaysia, and left in 1980. I went to Melbourne, where I studied, and then I went to Hamilton, Christchurch and Wellington. I resisted coming to Wellington because I went through Wellington in 1987 – it was a dead place, there was no restaurant open after 7pm.

Where is your favourite place to eat out?
We are very lucky to have good eating places. Yum cha at Dragons, for example, is one of our favourites. There are so many choices. Noble Rot is a very good place for dinner. If you are after brunch, Cafe Thyme next to the Twigland Garden Centre, which is my favourite garden centre. It’s between Johnsonville and Churton Park.

Where is the best coffee in Wellington?
You put me in a difficult position because in Wellington we have so many great places for coffee. Prefab is great, or Neo Cafe, and Revive in Petone. You can get good coffee anywhere really, but those are really great spot.

What’s an underrated attraction near you?
Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush is the only public botanical garden dedicated to native plants, and they are really nice: about 11 kilometres, with many bushes and gardens. We used to take our children there when they were younger. There is a stream there with eels, beautiful eels, an 800-year-old rimu tree and a nice canopy of trees. It is only five minutes away [from the city], it is right here on our doorstep.

What, in Wellington, can’t be beaten on a good day?
Walking along the waterfront with Maestro [Tan’s dog] along the path that takes you to Oriental Pde. It is such a beautiful place.

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1358 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Spike

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This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is … View more
This week's Wellington SPCA Pet of the Day is a cat called Spike, who was adopted from the SPCA.

"Spike is going really well and has fully grown into his name. He’s a complete goon! He now spends his time running about the house, playing and snuggling with gusto. His favourite toy is his mouse from the SPCA. He charges around the house with it in his mouth so it’s always near. The best thing we’ve enjoyed though is how the relationship between our dog Sadie and him has developed. Spike loves being near her, and always snuggles up next to her when he’s tired out from playing (as you can see from the photos!) Sadie is pretty smitten with him too. We all are. Thanks again for everything, Julia, Dave, Sadie and Spike."

1358 days ago

Cat survives being shot in face

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A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in … View more
A cherished family cat has survived being shot in the face, but sustained serious damage from the attack.
Ginger cat Jamie​ took a bullet to the cheek – millimetres from his left eye and narrowly missing his brain – fragmenting his skull.
He was lucky to survive the recent shooting in Wellington.
But the incident has left him deaf in one ear and the pupil in his left eye unable to contract.
Meanwhile, the SPCA is appealing to the public for help with its investigation into the shooting.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 0800 467 732 in confidence and quote reference 323422.

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1358 days ago
1358 days ago

Stock Clearance 😊😊 💁💁

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

“Bargain galore in-store, out our summer stock goes. Grab your bargain today !”

Negotiable

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1358 days ago

Calling all painters

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?

The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether … View more
Hey neighbours,
are you using the long weekend to tackle that long-over due reno? Or do you have a project you'd love to do in your home or garden but don't know where to start?

The experts at Resene are offering to help answer all your painting and decorating questions. Whether it's how to choose the right type of paint to cover a stain, how to go about planning a mural, or how long you really need to spend on sanding down that woodwork, they're happy to help.

Send us your question at homed@stuff.co.nz or leave it in the comments and we'll put the best questions to the Resene team (please note: we may not be able to answer every single question). The answers will be published in an article on Stuff ahead of the long weekend.

If you don't want us to use your comment or name on Stuff, please mention that in your post.

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1358 days ago

Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own community. 💐

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Today we remember the victims, families and communities affected on 15.03.2019

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1358 days ago

SuperSeniors

Office for Seniors

Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand".… View more
Consumer groups are warning seniors to be vigilant when being invited to join discount clubs with seemingly 'exclusive' offers.

Senior Advantage charges an upfront yearly fee of $39, claiming on its website that members can "save up to 70% at almost every store in New Zealand". However, TVNZ 1 News, along with Consumer NZ, have voiced concerns.

For more information and advice, read our article in the latest SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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1358 days ago

Tunnel closures

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This week two of the SH1 Wellington tunnels will be closing on separate nights for monthly tunnel maintenance. Setup will begin at 7pm each night, so remember to slow down.
Please follow the signposted detours and plan ahead for your travel. * *--- Terrace Tunnel - CLOSED on Monday 15 Mar from … View more
This week two of the SH1 Wellington tunnels will be closing on separate nights for monthly tunnel maintenance. Setup will begin at 7pm each night, so remember to slow down.
Please follow the signposted detours and plan ahead for your travel. * *--- Terrace Tunnel - CLOSED on Monday 15 Mar from 9pm-5:30am
- Mt Victoria Tunnel - CLOSED on Tuesday 16 Mar from 9pm-5:30am

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1358 days ago

Seal of approval for beach cleaan-up crew

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The Petone Beach Clean Up Crew visited Wainuiomata on Saturday to clean up near the area around the seal colony.
There are about 300 seals in residence and the amount of rubbish is appalling.
In the first five minutes two volunteers filled two sacks of plastic bottles!
What can we do to reduce … View more
The Petone Beach Clean Up Crew visited Wainuiomata on Saturday to clean up near the area around the seal colony.
There are about 300 seals in residence and the amount of rubbish is appalling.
In the first five minutes two volunteers filled two sacks of plastic bottles!
What can we do to reduce rubbish?

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