Makara, Wellington

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1184 days ago

We need your help!

Zealandia Eco Sanctuary

Conservation is the core of our work at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and we cannot do it without your support. From species monitoring to predator management and forest regeneration, our expert rangers work hard to ensure that vulnerable species like the tītipounamu/rifleman will still be here … View moreConservation is the core of our work at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and we cannot do it without your support. From species monitoring to predator management and forest regeneration, our expert rangers work hard to ensure that vulnerable species like the tītipounamu/rifleman will still be here spreading into neighbouring forests and your backyards for generations to come.

But, we need your help to continue. Your donation will support our conservation and infrastructure teams to keep the valley safe and help the wildlife to thrive! Please donate today.

Thank you,
Dr. Danielle Shanahan
Director – Centre for People and Nature
Donate now

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1187 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend: Bush robin/toutouwai

Reporter Community News

Photographer Louise Thomas made a visit to Bushy Park, prior to lockdown. Now that we are all at home, please feel free to post a picture of the birds you have in your garden.

"Bush robins/toutouwai (Petroica longipes) have an open heart, they roam tramping tracks without fear because it … View more
Photographer Louise Thomas made a visit to Bushy Park, prior to lockdown. Now that we are all at home, please feel free to post a picture of the birds you have in your garden.

"Bush robins/toutouwai (Petroica longipes) have an open heart, they roam tramping tracks without fear because it doesn’t occur to them to be afraid. They have no armour on their personalities. If they were humans they would help you change your tyre and laugh about the experience.
They will stand on your shoes if you sit too long. And rummage inquiringly while you unpack your pack. I read once that the open-hearted will inherit the Earth. I hope it’s true – that it is better to be possibly hurt than hardened. But the open-hearted are often preyed upon by the ambitious. It might be why the robin is at risk and declining – he’s just a little too trusting of those that would eat him. Bushy Park, July 2021."

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1187 days ago

Hoping for a miracle.

John Neighbourly Lead from Kelburn

Hi neighbours, I have an unusual request. Recently we opened a bottle of champagne - we took the wire cage off & left it on the bench. While we weren't looking the cork exploded out thus smashing one of the green lampshades which hang over the bench. Does anyone have one with which they … View moreHi neighbours, I have an unusual request. Recently we opened a bottle of champagne - we took the wire cage off & left it on the bench. While we weren't looking the cork exploded out thus smashing one of the green lampshades which hang over the bench. Does anyone have one with which they would part please. I've added pix - I hope they come out. Thanx, John.

1187 days ago

Movies to beat lockdown blues

Reporter Community News

Have you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell… View more
Have you got a favourite movie to watch during lockdown?
A streaming site from Wellington video rental survivor Aro Video is the perfect antidote for the seen-it-all-before blues with over 850 titles curated from more than 30 years of experience renting out films people actually want to watch.
Tell us what you have been watching?

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1188 days ago

Please don't put out your glass crates

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Kia ora koutou,

Just a wee reminder that glass will NOT be collected while we are in Level 4.

The Delta variant is highly transmissible, and glass recycling is predominantly bottles which may carry saliva residue.

Please do not put your glass crate out for now 💚

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Kia ora koutou,

Just a wee reminder that glass will NOT be collected while we are in Level 4.

The Delta variant is highly transmissible, and glass recycling is predominantly bottles which may carry saliva residue.

Please do not put your glass crate out for now 💚

wellington.govt.nz...

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1186 days ago

Daffodil Day

Jeff Jewell from New Vision Enterprises Ltd.

This year is more important than any to support Daffodil Day. Due to the current lockdowns their street appeals are cancelled.

Get behind this great cause!

Donate here: www.daffodilday.org.nz...

#bekind #givealittle #donate #helpthoseinneed❤️

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1187 days ago

Parts of country to go to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View more
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.

Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.

To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.

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1189 days ago

Are you supporting your local dairy?

Reporter Community News

Hullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people … View more
Hullo Neighbourly folk.
It is the second week of lockdown and no doubt some of you will have needed to pop out for milk or bread, or some other essential. Many of you will have shopped in that much loved institution, the dairy. We would love to hear you story about your local dairy and the people who run it. If possible, please post a picture.
Click on Read More to read a Stuff story from earlier this year on the importance of the local dairy.

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1187 days ago

House to rent on Glenmore street, Kelburn, Wellington

Teresa from Kelburn

We are looking for a lovely family or couple to rent our 3 bedroom house in Kelburn. It is a sunny style house with lots of windows and balconies. The house has 3 double bedrooms, a study, 2 bathrooms, a separate toilet room, double garage with a man cave on top and lots of storage.  Also has off… View moreWe are looking for a lovely family or couple to rent our 3 bedroom house in Kelburn. It is a sunny style house with lots of windows and balconies. The house has 3 double bedrooms, a study, 2 bathrooms, a separate toilet room, double garage with a man cave on top and lots of storage.  Also has off street parking - which is a bonus.  It is in the zone of lots of good schools within the Wellington area. There is a garden so it would be ideal to find someone who loves gardening but not essential.  We do allow pets but they need to be well trained.  It is situated close to the Kelburn Village and the bus stops.  It is walking distance to the CBD and very close to the Botanical gardens.  It is $875 per week.  If you are interested please feel free to message me below.  Unfortunately due to Lockdown level 4 you will be unable to view this property until we drop a level. The house is empty so available as soon as the level allows us. Note house is unfurnished but whitewhare is provided.

1189 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Who is this interestingly dressed gentleman?

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1187 days ago

10 Days Bay townhouses snapped up in 48 hours

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Listed Friday - gone by Sunday. These two- and three-bedroom townhouses in Days Bay were all sold off the plan within two days.

1187 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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1188 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1191 days ago

Random acts of kindness

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. … View more
Hi Neighbourly folk, it can be frustrating being locked up at home. All around the country, however, people are looking after each other and trying to do their best in lockdown.
On Friday a Stuff photographer took this picture in Melrose (Wellington) of a nice message to a rubbish collector. Please tell us about any acts of kindness you have observed in your neighbourhood.

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1189 days ago

National Tradies Health Month

Jeff from Crofton Downs

Hi All,

Just wanted to do a quick post about Tradies. Mental and Physical health concerns are often overlooked by Tradies, so get behind your local tradies this month and reach out to someone you know! Especially during lockdown as some tradies are carrying out Essential services too.

Healthy … View more
Hi All,

Just wanted to do a quick post about Tradies. Mental and Physical health concerns are often overlooked by Tradies, so get behind your local tradies this month and reach out to someone you know! Especially during lockdown as some tradies are carrying out Essential services too.

Healthy individuals make for healthy communities!

#mentalhealth #tradieshealth #tradies #wellington #plumbing #bathroomrenos #gas #heating #drainage #roofing

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