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2254 days ago

Will Ola help you get around Wellington easier?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

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Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

Will this new service help you get around the capital? Or will you stick to using the bus? Let us know your thoughts in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff.)

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2249 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2249 days ago

Stop work meeting service disruption Wednesday 26 September 9am-3pm

Community Engagement Advisor from

The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

To find out the services … View more
The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

To find out the services available and any cancellations on Wednesday, visit our website

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2249 days ago

Could you be mortgage-free in 10 years?

enableMe - Financial Personal Trainers - Wellington

enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!

In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to… View more
enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!

In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to pay less interest, get mortgage-free faster – and much more.

Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Thursday 4th October at 12pm and 5:30pm. Tickets are $15 for a single or $20 for two – book your seat now!

Text SAVE to 268 or visit www.enableme.co.nz/events
Book your tickets here!

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2249 days ago

Great fares to Europe in 2019

Wellington Airport

Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.

With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!

Book before 2 October to go in the draw to … View more
Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.

With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!

Book before 2 October to go in the draw to win 1 million KrisFlyer miles, purchase a Singapore stopover holiday from $1, save up to 40% on pre-purchased additional baggage and receive a S$20 Changi transit card.

Terms and Conditions apply, visit singaporeair.com for further details.
Find out more!

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2249 days ago

FREE Varigated Mature Flax

Pat from Karori

Neighbour has dug up his flax plants & are ready to collect. They are mature & kept in hessian although that doesn't go with the plants sorry as it was to keep the flax alive. I've cleaned them up so you will not get any scruffy bits.

Free

2250 days ago

*WIN* an eco grocery shopping pack!

Croco

Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View more
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!

Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.

Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water

Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.

Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
Order now and save!

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2251 days ago

Exhibition of Botanical Art

Russell from Kelburn

This amazing exhibition opens on Saturday 22 September and entry is FREE. Come and admire the skill of the artist in the Tree House in the Wellington Botanic Garden. Add in the colourful tulip displays and you have a good reason to plan a visit soon. Enjoy!

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2251 days ago

Nature based Holiday Programme

Rachel from Wadestown

In case you haven't heard we are running a Nature based Holiday Programme for kids aged 5 - 12 years these October holidays. It's based at Huntleigh Park, Crofton Downs.

Check it out on Facebook www.facebook.com... or Eventfinda www.eventfinda.co.nz....

The Everyone Out Holiday … View more
In case you haven't heard we are running a Nature based Holiday Programme for kids aged 5 - 12 years these October holidays. It's based at Huntleigh Park, Crofton Downs.

Check it out on Facebook www.facebook.com... or Eventfinda www.eventfinda.co.nz....

The Everyone Out Holiday Programme will be a fantastic place for kids to play, explore and learn. Kids will delight in a free play environment. They will have the opportunity to follow their own interests in an amazing natural settling.

Some activities on offer at our programme include:
- Exploring the bush and its inhabitants
- Hut building
- Bush arts and crafts, working with natural materials
- Storytelling and drama
- Building a camp fire and roasting marshmallows
- Creating and playing games
- Visits from experts
- Making and playing musical instruments
- Low ropes course
- Making and cooking camp fire damper

Our skilled educator's understand the benefits of free play and have the ability to support and extend children’s learning. Today's kids lives are full of instructions and structure, free play in nature is essential for children's brain development and physical and metal well-being.

Don't delay, places are filling up fast. Book your kids in today.

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