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1338 days ago

Epidemiologist Michael Baker is the Wellingtonian of the Year

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

One of the country’s top epidemiologists, Professor Michael Baker, who became a household name amid the Covid-19 pandemic has taken home the supreme award at the annual Wellingtonian of the Year Awards.
reated by The Dominion Post, the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards were started in 1989 to … View more
One of the country’s top epidemiologists, Professor Michael Baker, who became a household name amid the Covid-19 pandemic has taken home the supreme award at the annual Wellingtonian of the Year Awards.
reated by The Dominion Post, the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards were started in 1989 to celebrate achievements and contributions across all sectors of the greater Wellington community, awarding those who make the region exciting and vibrant.
The 2020 Dominion Post Wellingtonian Of The Year winners:
Arts – Victor Rodger​
Business – Malcolm Gillies​
Community Service – Biddy Harford​
Education – Sally Barrett​
Environment – Dave Lowe​
Public Service – Ashley Bloomfield​
Science & Technology – Michael Baker​
Sport – Ameliaranne Ekenasio​
Youth – Brad Olsen​

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1338 days ago

Stop the agapanthus invasion

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Agapanthus are flowering freely at the moment so it is a good time to think about how you can stop them from spreading by deadheading them.
In some parts of New Zealand they are considered an invasive weed.
Click on READ MORE to see a story I wrote in 2018.

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1337 days ago

Would you like to win gardening gear and plant nursery vouchers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Subscribe to our free ezine! Follow this week’s guide to growing chicory and radicchio. Harvest flowers for dried arrangements, plant fast-growing Asian greens, look out for cicada damage and wasps and fill gaps in shelter belts before winter.
Build your own sun-lounger and learn how to divide… View more
Subscribe to our free ezine! Follow this week’s guide to growing chicory and radicchio. Harvest flowers for dried arrangements, plant fast-growing Asian greens, look out for cicada damage and wasps and fill gaps in shelter belts before winter.
Build your own sun-lounger and learn how to divide Bearded Irises. Plus go in the draw to win handspreaders from GARDENA and $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here.

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1337 days ago

Treat Yourself <3 Kleen co. The Home Cleansing Experts

Tiffany Alderman from Kleen co.

HAPPY FRIDAY ! One-off Specials for Neighbours only. We're running this as a pre-website launch pre-celebration, once the website is live these prices will no longer exist. Book in to get your home KLEEN!

1-2 bedroom/1 bathroom $ 180
3/4 bedroom/ 1 bathroom $ 210
2-4 bedroom/ 1.5 bathrooms $ … View more
HAPPY FRIDAY ! One-off Specials for Neighbours only. We're running this as a pre-website launch pre-celebration, once the website is live these prices will no longer exist. Book in to get your home KLEEN!

1-2 bedroom/1 bathroom $ 180
3/4 bedroom/ 1 bathroom $ 210
2-4 bedroom/ 1.5 bathrooms $ 240
2-5 bedroom/ 2 bathrooms $ 300

Call Tiffany @Kleen co. 0220 445 610 or email hello@kleen.nz

1337 days ago

Indoor pot plant holder

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Make your own indoor planter and paint it in your favourite bold Resene colour to bring a bit of nature indoors to enjoy year round.

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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1339 days ago

Bonus Pet of the Day: Meet Boston

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter … View more
This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter & Trish Scholes."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View more

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1339 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Neighbourly folk, anyone got an idea where this is?

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1338 days ago

Only in English!

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Can you think of other words that do this?

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1349 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Simba

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi there my name is Simba, I am a big ole handsome man looking for my forever home.
I am a little shy and will tolerate gentle pants so I would love a quiet, patient home with no children (teenagers may be fine) and no other animals.
I would love a home where I can potter around and toast myself in… View more
Hi there my name is Simba, I am a big ole handsome man looking for my forever home.
I am a little shy and will tolerate gentle pants so I would love a quiet, patient home with no children (teenagers may be fine) and no other animals.
I would love a home where I can potter around and toast myself in the sun. I do come with a medical waiver that my new owners would need to be aware of.
If you think you are the home for me please contact the Feline Team at SPCA’s Wellington Centre.

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1338 days ago

Upcycling Awards is back for 2021!

Resene

Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us … View more
Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us your all, we want to see your creations! Check out some of last years' entires here.

Take part in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Learn more

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1340 days ago

Poll: Do you feel safe in Wellington City?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from 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.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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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
1338 days ago

Soft roof rack

Briar from Ngaio

We have been offered the use of a kayak & wondering if anyone has a soft roof rack to lend or sell to us?

Thank you!

1339 days ago

Market on the move this week

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

On Sunday 21 March, the Harbourside Market will be relocated to the Reading Cinemas outdoor carparks due to Homegrown being on. The market will be operating as usual, but just a few minutes away from its normal spot. Don't forget to check out the map before you head in for your fresh veges or … View moreOn Sunday 21 March, the Harbourside Market will be relocated to the Reading Cinemas outdoor carparks due to Homegrown being on. The market will be operating as usual, but just a few minutes away from its normal spot. Don't forget to check out the map before you head in for your fresh veges or treats.

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1339 days ago

Sauerkraut and Fermented Veggies workshop @ Food Envy

Owner and Founder from Best Kept Health

We are back on the 27th March (next week!) with another fermentation and gut health workshop at our amazing new location Food Envy in Tennyson Street.

You will learn all about fermentation, why microbes are so awesome and how consuming fermented goodies can help you improve your gut and overall … View more
We are back on the 27th March (next week!) with another fermentation and gut health workshop at our amazing new location Food Envy in Tennyson Street.

You will learn all about fermentation, why microbes are so awesome and how consuming fermented goodies can help you improve your gut and overall health. You'll also be making your own kraut and fermenting other vegetables using different brine percentages.

There's still a couple of tickets available. Don't miss out! This classes are A LOT of fun :)

bestkepthealth.co...

1340 days ago

Local heroes, two women remove tonnes of rubbish

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

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.

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