Lyall Bay, Wellington

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1379 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

You will all recognise who this is but who knows the history of this picture taken at Wellington Airport?

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1377 days ago

Paint a woven plate

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View more
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1377 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.

"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown … View more
This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.

"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown female. Learn something new everyday."

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1384 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
Find out more

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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
1378 days ago

Synonyms

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Synonyms are different words that share the same meaning. How many can you pair up?

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1379 days ago

Would you live here?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A social media post about a $495 a week underground flat in Central Wellington has sparked outrage from Wellington renters, who have described the unit as “like a dungeon” and something from “the set of Parasite”.
The basement unit – one of five units in a residential building on Jessie … View more
A social media post about a $495 a week underground flat in Central Wellington has sparked outrage from Wellington renters, who have described the unit as “like a dungeon” and something from “the set of Parasite”.
The basement unit – one of five units in a residential building on Jessie St in Te Aro – has two bedrooms and access to a private bathroom, upstairs from the unit itself, on the ground floor of the building.

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1380 days ago

MISSING CAT

Kirihika from Island Bay

Putiputi is still missing, please keep an eye out, Rhine st, Dee st, Danube st, Eden st, Cam st, Tapu te ranga, been missing about 3 weeks now.

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1379 days ago

Around the BAYs 21 February 2021

Center Manager from Greta Point - Active Explorers

Kia Ora all families and friends,

We are looking forward to another exciting year.

We also just want to let you know about Round the Bays 2021.

This iconic Wellington event is back on again this year 😊 and is set for Feb 21st February.

This is an event that I (Nardia) have volunteered … View more
Kia Ora all families and friends,

We are looking forward to another exciting year.

We also just want to let you know about Round the Bays 2021.

This iconic Wellington event is back on again this year 😊 and is set for Feb 21st February.

This is an event that I (Nardia) have volunteered for over the past 6 years and this year we are excited to supporting this event by opening our doors to act as a family pit stop for participants & volunteers. It is also a great venue to cheer on all the participants as they head around the course.
If you, family members or friends are participating please let them know that if they need a place to stop – have a drink of water, change a child’s nappy or just a breather we will be here manning the fort. For more information about this event please use this link:

Nga Mihi
Greta point Team

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1379 days ago

Local History: Island Bay Sea Wall

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Constructed from mass concrete poured in-situ, this approximately 340-metre-wall has significant townscape value as the defining feature of the Island Bay Esplanade. Following the construction of a similar wall in Lyall Bay in 1932-3, and Oriental Bay sea wall in 1922-30, these early protection … View moreConstructed from mass concrete poured in-situ, this approximately 340-metre-wall has significant townscape value as the defining feature of the Island Bay Esplanade. Following the construction of a similar wall in Lyall Bay in 1932-3, and Oriental Bay sea wall in 1922-30, these early protection works encouraged sand build-up on the beachside and offered places to socialise for Wellington’s growing suburban population. They also protected the road and electric tram lines from sand drift.

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1380 days ago

$15 BOYS 0-18YR HAIRCUTS -TODAY & EVERY TUESDAY!

Aaron Graham from Hataitai Family Barbers

School is just around the corner. Get the boys on today for a great deal on a return to school haircut! No appointment required. 31 Waitoa Rd, Hataitai Village.

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1381 days ago

Items Wanted

Wendy from Seatoun

I am creating up-cycled artwork and am constantly looking for items. If ever you come across something in your draws that you don't use I could be interested. I am mainly looking for: corkscrews, tea strainers, big spoons, old scissors, old hair tongs etc. anything interesting really. I have … View moreI am creating up-cycled artwork and am constantly looking for items. If ever you come across something in your draws that you don't use I could be interested. I am mainly looking for: corkscrews, tea strainers, big spoons, old scissors, old hair tongs etc. anything interesting really. I have attached photos to give you ideas. Many thanks in advance. Eric

1380 days ago

CD Field Days - Last day for Early Bird tickets

Sammy Smith from Central Districts Field Days

Early Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!

Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some … View more
Early Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!

Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some exclusive event deals and lots of family-friendly fun!

Get your Early Bird tickets here www.cdfielddays.co.nz...

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1380 days ago

Get Ya Geek On Pop Culture Fair Wellington

Amanda from Newtown

Come and meet fellow geeks and collectors of toys, memorabilia, games, anime, manga, tabletop gaming, board gaming, music, clothes, cosplay accessories, fandom-related art and craft, comics etc.

17th of April 2021

Gold coin donation entry fee.

Cash sales only.

Food available. Parking available.… View more
Come and meet fellow geeks and collectors of toys, memorabilia, games, anime, manga, tabletop gaming, board gaming, music, clothes, cosplay accessories, fandom-related art and craft, comics etc.

17th of April 2021

Gold coin donation entry fee.

Cash sales only.

Food available. Parking available. Buses go through Newtown to the Stadium.

Have a bunch of stuff to sell? Limited spots available! forms.gle...

Facebook info:
www.facebook.com...

1380 days ago

Start the school year strong!

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

The new school year is upon us! Though we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we can set our children up for success, and help them start the school year strong.

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1385 days ago

NZ's friendliest regions and towns

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, … View more
Hi there,
Canterbury has been named the fifth most welcoming region in the world in the Booking.com Traveller Review Awards, while Oamaru, Hokitika and Invercargill have been named the most welcoming towns in NZ. They were followed by Cambridge, Picton, Lake Tekapo, Kerikeri, Palmerston North, Paihia and Twizel.
We'd be really keen to hear your thoughts on this based on your own travels around New Zealand. Do you think Canterbury is NZ's most welcoming region? And are these our most welcoming towns?
Where in NZ have you been made to feel particularly welcome on your travels?
As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it to be included in an article. Cheers.

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