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1510 days ago

What are your memories of Pigeon Park?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Who can remember Pigeon Park?

In 1992 it was renamed Te Aro Park as part of a major redesign of the park, which was once a Maori pa site. After Europeans arrived it was the site of the first Christian sermon.
In World War Two it was the gathering point for pacifist objectors. For years it was also… View more
Who can remember Pigeon Park?

In 1992 it was renamed Te Aro Park as part of a major redesign of the park, which was once a Maori pa site. After Europeans arrived it was the site of the first Christian sermon.
In World War Two it was the gathering point for pacifist objectors. For years it was also the starting point for demonstrations to Parliament.

It has again been in the news recently over complaints about people taking drugs and unruly behavior on the park, which was once the home to a sizable population of pigeons.

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1509 days ago

Gambling Venues Policy submissions close soon!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

There are only a few days left to have your say on our Gambling Venues Policy.
We’re proposing three options to renew the policy and we want to hear which one you prefer.

Option A: No new venues or machines in Wellington.
Option B: Reduce the caps on the maximum number of machines and change … View more
There are only a few days left to have your say on our Gambling Venues Policy.
We’re proposing three options to renew the policy and we want to hear which one you prefer.

Option A: No new venues or machines in Wellington.
Option B: Reduce the caps on the maximum number of machines and change to R18 restricted venues.
Option C: No change to the existing policy.

Submissions close Thursday 1 October at 5pm.
Visit our website to have your say:
www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

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1511 days ago

Don't forget to change your clocks

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

New Zealand springs forward this weekend as Daylight Saving time begins.
Clocks will go forward by one hour at 2am on Sunday 27 September. Daylight saving time will continue until Sunday 4 April 2020, when clocks will go back by one hour to NZ Standard Time.

Most New Zealanders should experience a… View more
New Zealand springs forward this weekend as Daylight Saving time begins.
Clocks will go forward by one hour at 2am on Sunday 27 September. Daylight saving time will continue until Sunday 4 April 2020, when clocks will go back by one hour to NZ Standard Time.

Most New Zealanders should experience a seamless transition, with modern electronic devices adjusting automatically. However, older devices may need to be adjusted manually.
Do not forget it is also a good time to check emergency plans, survival kits and smoke alarms.

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1512 days ago

What should the council do with Te Aro Park?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A central Wellington park has become a magnet for “anti-social behaviour” with a new report detailing reports of drug dealing, violence, and sexual assault.

The Wellington City Council report, published, found “a consistent level of anti-social behaviour” at Te Aro Park on Wellington’s … View more
A central Wellington park has become a magnet for “anti-social behaviour” with a new report detailing reports of drug dealing, violence, and sexual assault.

The Wellington City Council report, published, found “a consistent level of anti-social behaviour” at Te Aro Park on Wellington’s Golden Mile, which was higher than other central city parks.

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1510 days ago

Holidays are here!

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

We know that our team here at NumberWorks'nWords are looking forward to recharging the batteries over the holidays while preparing for more fun with maths and English in Term 4.
We hope you all have a great break, and have the chance to relax and have some fun with your families!

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1510 days ago

Big boost for Wellington City Mission

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington City Mission has received a major boost with a $10 million grant.

The Newton based trust has received the grant as part of the Government's "shovel ready" scheme to help with the post Covid-19 recovery. The money will go towards a hub featuring a cafe, community … View more
Wellington City Mission has received a major boost with a $10 million grant.

The Newton based trust has received the grant as part of the Government's "shovel ready" scheme to help with the post Covid-19 recovery. The money will go towards a hub featuring a cafe, community supermarket and accommodation.

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1510 days ago

CPR saves walker who suffered heart attack on popular walk

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Shaun Duseigneur​ died, went to heaven, and then came back to life.
In January, he set off to do the Paekākāriki escarpment track, including he section known as the Stairway to Heaven.
Although he was not feeling well, he did not want to let his partner Chantal Lynch down and decided to push … View more
Shaun Duseigneur​ died, went to heaven, and then came back to life.
In January, he set off to do the Paekākāriki escarpment track, including he section known as the Stairway to Heaven.
Although he was not feeling well, he did not want to let his partner Chantal Lynch down and decided to push on.

Halfway along the track, he suffered a heart attack and stopped breathing. A bystander began doing CPR and after 20 minutes, Duseigneur​ began to breathe for himself.

In Wellington Hospital he was placed in a coma and he needed surgery to put a stent in his heart. He has made a good recovery, although his memory of that day is not good.

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1510 days ago

Help for owners of earthquake prone buildings

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellingtonians of earthquake-prone units can now apply for cheap Government loans to fix their home, but some are already slamming it as “coercive debt”.

From today, owner-occupiers of units and apartments in earthquake-prone buildings can apply for up to $250,000 in low-interest loans.
There … View more
Wellingtonians of earthquake-prone units can now apply for cheap Government loans to fix their home, but some are already slamming it as “coercive debt”.

From today, owner-occupiers of units and apartments in earthquake-prone buildings can apply for up to $250,000 in low-interest loans.
There are still 561 buildings overall, including units and apartments, registered as earthquake prone in Wellington City.

The average cost of earthquake repairs for apartments has been estimated at $500,000.

Minister for Building and Construction Jenny Salesa said the scheme aimed to help owners avoid being forced to sell their home or face “huge financial hardship”.

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1510 days ago

Time to pop in to Upper Hutt and check out Warhol exhibition

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

If you are looking for something to do in the bad weather then check out Andy Warhol's Pop Garden at Expressions Upper Hutt.
It features a dazzling array of flowers in a hall of mirrors, accompanied by rock music.
The exhibition runs until December.

1510 days ago

Transponder frequency change for BVN . Can you help?

Julie from Karori

I have an Optus D2 satellite dish so I can receive the Dutch/ Flemish BVN television broadcasts. Ever since they changed the transponder frequency I have no more reception. I do have the box plugged in and the remote and tried everything to change it but no luck. Is there anyone on Neighbourly who … View moreI have an Optus D2 satellite dish so I can receive the Dutch/ Flemish BVN television broadcasts. Ever since they changed the transponder frequency I have no more reception. I do have the box plugged in and the remote and tried everything to change it but no luck. Is there anyone on Neighbourly who can do this for me? I will pay you for your time of course. I took a screenshot of the BVN website with details, but it does not mean anything to me. ( I know you can get BVN online, but I have the whole setup already and would like to use it.

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1510 days ago

Wellington College Blazer

Fiona from Karori

Wellington College Blazer in good condition. 108cm. Free.

Free

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1517 days ago

Cutting hair for 50 years

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lance Barnard might be the oldest barber in Wellington.

“It only feels like yesterday that I was the youngest,” Barnard jokes with a client. A fortnight ago Barnard moved from the barber shop on Courtenay Place where he spent the last 40 years cutting hair, to Cuba Barbers on Cuba Street.

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Lance Barnard might be the oldest barber in Wellington.

“It only feels like yesterday that I was the youngest,” Barnard jokes with a client. A fortnight ago Barnard moved from the barber shop on Courtenay Place where he spent the last 40 years cutting hair, to Cuba Barbers on Cuba Street.

Does anybody know if there has been a barber cutting hair longer than Lance.

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1510 days ago

Free Office Chair - seat tips forward

Fiona from Karori

Free Office Chair - the seat tips forward and won't stay in the right spot. Otherwise, very comfy if you can fix it.

Free

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1510 days ago

Free Office Chair

Fiona from Karori

Old office chair in good working condition. Free.

Free

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