Lyall Bay, Wellington

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1604 days ago

Fixing a sewing machine

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

I have a cheap sewing machine, only valued at $200 new, and it will not longer pick up the bobbin thread, does any one know where I could get this fixed locally?

1604 days ago

Urgent need for Van Volutneers.

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington

We urgently need the help of a volunteer to support our rubbish van tomorrow.

Our van drivers have been working hard to complete pick-ups of all the generous donations from the community, plus get rid of rubbish to keep our staff, volunteers safe while in the shops.

We're currently low on … View more
We urgently need the help of a volunteer to support our rubbish van tomorrow.

Our van drivers have been working hard to complete pick-ups of all the generous donations from the community, plus get rid of rubbish to keep our staff, volunteers safe while in the shops.

We're currently low on volunteers to support the workload because of health complications and some uncertainties about getting out after lockdown.

If you or someone you know could help us out tomorrow, please get in touch!

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1603 days ago
1604 days ago

Hello neighbours!

Wellington Seamarket

Our team at Wellington Seamarket has started doing contactless home deliveries for fresh fish and frozen seafood products.

If you would like to get some fresh fish for dinner tomorrow night you can order here.

Our fish comes in daily from fishermen around Wellington and collaborators around … View more
Our team at Wellington Seamarket has started doing contactless home deliveries for fresh fish and frozen seafood products.

If you would like to get some fresh fish for dinner tomorrow night you can order here.

Our fish comes in daily from fishermen around Wellington and collaborators around the country (such as Barnes Wild Oyster for Bluff Oysters).

Our goal is to get the fish prepared and delivered to your door within 24 hours of it hitting the deck!

We deliver Monday to Friday, and cover the bottom half of the North Island (Wellington to Palmerston North).
Find out more

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1604 days ago

Fun, easy step by step painting classes for beginners

Silke from Heart for Art

Want to experience the thrill of creating your own art but can't even draw a stick figure? My step by step, online painting classes are your answer. Perfect for beginners, my classes are heaps of fun and easy to follow even if you have no experience or don't think you're artistic. … View moreWant to experience the thrill of creating your own art but can't even draw a stick figure? My step by step, online painting classes are your answer. Perfect for beginners, my classes are heaps of fun and easy to follow even if you have no experience or don't think you're artistic. Join me this weekend and I'll show you how to create your own Pencarrow Lighthouse or Simply Blessed painting.
Click the link to find out how I can help you become an artist from the comfort of your own home, and have a tonne of fun doing it! 🖌+ 🎨=😍
Find out more here heartforart.co.nz...

1604 days ago

Annual Plan Q&A Webinars

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Join the Mayor and Councillors from your Ward for a Q&A webinar session about the Annual Plan 2020/2021 and what it means for your community. This week we have:
-Pukehīnau Lambton Ward – Thursday 21 May from 7pm – 8pm
-Motukairangi Eastern Ward – Friday 22 May from 10am – 11am
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Join the Mayor and Councillors from your Ward for a Q&A webinar session about the Annual Plan 2020/2021 and what it means for your community. This week we have:
-Pukehīnau Lambton Ward – Thursday 21 May from 7pm – 8pm
-Motukairangi Eastern Ward – Friday 22 May from 10am – 11am
-Wharangi Onslow Western Ward- Saturday from 11am -12pm
To register for your “wardinar” and to have your say on the Annual Plan, visit: letstalk.wellington.govt.nz/annualplan2020-21
Consultation closes on 8 June 2020.

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1606 days ago

Vinnies Op Shops - NOW OPEN

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington

Vinnies Op Shops are ready for you Wellington! Our team have been busy cleaning, steaming, sanitising and rearranging our stores so you can shop safely with us.

Please follow these key rules while in store:
✅Keep a 2m distance from other shoppers.
✅Sanitise hands when entering the shop.
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Vinnies Op Shops are ready for you Wellington! Our team have been busy cleaning, steaming, sanitising and rearranging our stores so you can shop safely with us.

Please follow these key rules while in store:
✅Keep a 2m distance from other shoppers.
✅Sanitise hands when entering the shop.
✅Optional - Personal Contact Tracing - Scan the QR code with the Rippl App when entering.
✅Be considerate and patient with staff, volunteers and other shoppers.

We now have volunteer positions available in Wellington Vinnies Op Shops. If you are interested in joining our team, please PM the page or email volunteer@vinnieswgtn.org.nz.

1604 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

1604 days ago

Harnessing tech to improve learning outcomes

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

By harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be … View moreBy harnessing online learning to blend tech features with traditional teaching methods, students’ progress can be easily tracked and feedback can be given instantly. Read on to learn how an encouraging environment established within NumberWorks’nWords centres has been perfected and can be applied to students’ daily learning, so that when they finish their studies, they are more motivated than ever.

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1604 days ago

The masked investigators

The Team from Wellington Water

200 meters off-road a stormwater sump overflows and makes a public walking track impassable.

A call goes out.

That call is answered. Tools are carried into the hills of Belmont, the sump cleared of blocked silt, and the track made safe again.

The masked investigators strike again.

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1604 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1604 days ago

Stump removal starting at $180

Joshua from

Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable … View more
Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.

For a reasonable estimate,
Give us a call at 027 548 9818
or
Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1605 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1605 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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1605 days ago

Colour your winter

Diane from

Need help finding the colours that complement you? Lots of clothes but nothing to wear?
Contact me for a free 1/2 our consultation to uncover your wardrobe woes and make a plan of how to fix them.

Style Savvy 022 165 7799
www.stylesavvy.net.nz...

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