Makara, Wellington

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

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1005 days ago

Mazda6 car 2008

Julia from Ngaio

Low kms. -133,800 km Hatch back, 5 seats, petrol, 2261cc automatic. NZ new registered and WOF current.
Great car but I have the opportunity to buy an electric.
1 lady owner, very low mileage, regularly serviced by Mazda all receipts. Tow bar and roof rack, leather seats interior good condition … View more
Low kms. -133,800 km Hatch back, 5 seats, petrol, 2261cc automatic. NZ new registered and WOF current.
Great car but I have the opportunity to buy an electric.
1 lady owner, very low mileage, regularly serviced by Mazda all receipts. Tow bar and roof rack, leather seats interior good condition as always been covered. Exterior good condition except needs a paint job on bonnet and roof (quote approx. $1,000.00). Runs beautifully and the best part is the boot (hatchback) I can fit golf clubs, electric trundler, tennis gear and bags all in the boot - no need to fold down seats like all these new SUVS. will take and offer close to $8500.00

Price: $8,500

1005 days ago

Marsden 2021 Dux, Ruby Barton, heading to Yale

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

We were thrilled to see Ruby Barton's achievements featured in the latest issue of The Independent Herald. Ruby, who was Marsden's 2021 Dux, has accepted a place at Yale University and has been recruited to run on the Track and Cross Country team for the Yale Bulldogs. Go Ruby!

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1006 days ago

Visiting the Library under Red Settings

Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

All our libraries remain open under Red settings of the COVID-19 Protection Framework.
To keep everyone safe please:
- wear a mask unless you have an exemption

- have your vaccine pass ready for scanning

- scan or sign in on arrival

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All our libraries remain open under Red settings of the COVID-19 Protection Framework.
To keep everyone safe please:
- wear a mask unless you have an exemption

- have your vaccine pass ready for scanning

- scan or sign in on arrival

- follow any guidance from our staff or signs

- be kind: our staff are doing their best to offer our full range of services and facilities while managing required sign in checks.

Most library events are continuing but there may be some restrictions. Please check our Event Calendar and social media for any updates.

All library members can continue to access a huge range of online resources via our eLibrary – this includes eBooks, magazines, movies, and online courses.

Answers to frequently asked questions about library services under Red settings can be found on our COVID FAQs page: www.wcl.govt.nz...

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1010 days ago

Wet Cupping

Weng from Kelburn

Hi there, does anyone know where I can get wet cupping therapy by a professional? PM me. Thanks.

1009 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Bruce

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

"I was taken to SPCA by a kind person who noticed I had an injury needing treatment. I've been putting on weight and getting healthy, and am now ready to go home!
I'm a handsome, goofy, gentle giant who is loving and eager to please. I've been learning to walk nicely on a lead … View more
"I was taken to SPCA by a kind person who noticed I had an injury needing treatment. I've been putting on weight and getting healthy, and am now ready to go home!
I'm a handsome, goofy, gentle giant who is loving and eager to please. I've been learning to walk nicely on a lead while at SPCA and am very responsive to treats and human affection. While I enjoy a walk, I'm also happy just to have a cuddle, and Netflix and chill.
I've made a few canine girlfriends at the centre, and mix best with larger girls who are happy to play and don't mind some barking. I am not suitable for a home with cats or small animals at this stage. I would be happy to live with teenage kids."
Photo by Jo Moore Photographer

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1006 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Our February Seniors newsletter is out now. In this issue we announce our Age friendly fund successful recipients, shine a light on the those nominated for the New Years Honours for Services to Seniors and much more. Check it out here: mailchi.mp...

1007 days ago

Poll: You be the (photographic) judge!

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.

The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured … View more
Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.

The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured photographs to battle it out. There's a camera up for grabs for our talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 12pm, 11 February.

You be the (photographic) judge!
  • 53.5% Finalist 1: Full Moon
    53.5% Complete
  • 14.8% Finalist 2: Girl's Camp
    14.8% Complete
  • 11.4% Finalist 3: First Ride in a Steam Train
    11.4% Complete
  • 16.2% Finalist 4: Grandparents at Sunset
    16.2% Complete
  • 1.9% Finalist 5: Brass Band
    1.9% Complete
  • 2.1% Finalist 6: Street Walk
    2.1% Complete
1268 votes
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1007 days ago

Cane Washing Basket

Deirdre from Wilton

38lt cane washing basket in good condition. surplus to requirements

Price: $10

1011 days ago

Severe weather warning

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Looks like we are in for some severe heavy rain from about 11pm tonight. Batten down the hatches and check your drains and gutters.

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1008 days ago

Hot dry summer raised wildfire risk awareness

Climate Insights

Peri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.

The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk… View more
Peri-urban areas can be described as the landscape interface between town and country or the rural-urban transition zone where urban and rural areas mix.

The probability of wildfire is driven by the amount and dryness of fuel, ambient weather and ignitions. Dry weather exacerbates wildfire risk in this zone and could significantly impact your property! With one of New Zealand’s hottest and driest summers, discover your property’s fire risk and what you can do to reduce it.

We can produce personalised reports for any house on the planet!

Click here to get your property report: https://property-climate-risk-report.co.nz/
Know more

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1009 days ago

Treat yourself or someone you care about this Valentines Day

Stuff

Purchase a six month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for $102 and get a free $100 Interflora e-voucher. Terms and conditions apply. Subscribe Now

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1011 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A range of pictures from Andrew Gorrie.

1010 days ago

Sunglasses found

Katie from Brooklyn

My husband kindly picked these up from the cycle lane on Brooklyn rd. Let me know if they’re yours (lucky you probably won’t be needing them today!)

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1010 days ago

New diet/ recipe books Sugar Free

Julie from Karori

I have 6 new books about a sugar free lifestyle. Please PM me if interested. Prices negotiable around the $15 to $20 each.
Please note: “I quit sugar for life “ has been sold.

Negotiable

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1011 days ago

Survey participants wanted for VUW summer research project

Vivien from Brooklyn

Survey participants wanted for a survey on 20-minute cities (an urban design concept). Questionnaire developed as part of a Summer Research Scholarship project undertaken at VUW. The survey is accessible through the QR code in the pdf and through the link below and will only take 5-10 minutes to … View moreSurvey participants wanted for a survey on 20-minute cities (an urban design concept). Questionnaire developed as part of a Summer Research Scholarship project undertaken at VUW. The survey is accessible through the QR code in the pdf and through the link below and will only take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you!!
vuw.qualtrics.com...

Some background information:
A 20-minute city (or neighbourhood) is one where most of your essential amenities are accessible within a 15-20-minute walk or easy bike ride of your home, with a wider range of services and workplaces connected via well connected public transport routes. It encourages people to live locally and invest in their neighbourhood as well as the wider city. Moreover, this could help reduce the number of short car journeys people take.

To ensure there are enough people to support a range of amenities and public transport, the concept encourages increased density and mixed-use buildings in and around neighbourhood centres, with density decreasing as we move further out. This density change helps ensure there can be diverse accommodation options within a single neighbourhood, giving more people the opportunity to live there.

Your participation will support this research by helping us to better understand the current ways that people in New Zealand use their immediate neighbourhood, and their individual perceptions of that neighbourhood. As well as helping us to identify what changes could be made to improve our neighbourhoods and how people’s patterns of movement might be affected.

This research has been approved by the Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Human Ethics Committee #30072.

Survey Participants Poster QR.pdf Download View

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