Makara, Wellington

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

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425 days ago

wanted - bricks

Colin from Wilton

Hi, just looking for around 30 old bricks to use for a garden bed edging - obviously don't have to be immaculate but ideally not with large bits of concrete attached to them!

Free

425 days ago

Tramper faces his last great challenge

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from The Post

Many of you will have heard of backcountry stalwart Shaun Barnett.
A tramper, writer and historian he spent much of his life exploring the outdoors. Recently diagnosed with a brain tumour, he is working to finish his last book, Wild Notes.

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428 days ago

Dazed and confused by ghost road markings

Erin Gourley Reporter from The Post

Which way is the arrow pointing? It's hard to tell in the rain. New road markings have popped up around Wellington to make way for new bike lanes and bus lanes. But the old one white lines have been painted over with just a lick of black paint, leaving a confusing shadow.

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425 days ago

Take your work home

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Five colour and styling tips with Resene for creating an at-home work space that works for you.

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426 days ago

WIN $350 FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD HERO!

The Team from NZ Compare

Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one … View more
Costs are on the rise! Who's the hero doing the hard yards to keep things running in your household?

NZ Compare wants to pay $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill! Nominate NOW! Entry ends 28 Sep 2023.

Need more ways to save money? Comparing your power and broadband bills is one way to see if you can save more or simply switch to something that better suits your needs. If you’re paying for it, make sure it works for you.
Nominate now!

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426 days ago

CUSTOMHOUSE QUAY - WATER OUTAGE AND TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Due to urgent pipe repairs, water has been shut off to Customhouse Quay, Waterloo Quay, Featherston Street, and parts of Waring Taylor, Johnston, Brandon, and Panama Streets.

In order to undertake the repair, two northbound lanes have been shut on Customhouse Quay.

Crews are working to … View more
Due to urgent pipe repairs, water has been shut off to Customhouse Quay, Waterloo Quay, Featherston Street, and parts of Waring Taylor, Johnston, Brandon, and Panama Streets.

In order to undertake the repair, two northbound lanes have been shut on Customhouse Quay.

Crews are working to repair the pipe as soon as possible, and the issue is expected to be resolved late this afternoon.

Until then, to reduce traffic congestion, please avoid Customhouse Quay and the surrounding area.

Water Tankers are parked on Hunter Street, Lady Elizabeth Lane and Waring Taylor Street – please bring your own containers.

For more info, please see Wellington Water on Facebook.

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427 days ago

Nightsong head to Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

After premiering in Auckland, Nightsong (Te Pō, Mr Red Light) are now at Circa Theatre until 30 September with I Want To Be Happy!

Binka is a guinea pig in a laboratory cage. Paul is the lab assistant who looks after her. Both just want to be happy again.

Humour and pathos collide in this … View more
After premiering in Auckland, Nightsong (Te Pō, Mr Red Light) are now at Circa Theatre until 30 September with I Want To Be Happy!

Binka is a guinea pig in a laboratory cage. Paul is the lab assistant who looks after her. Both just want to be happy again.

Humour and pathos collide in this blackly funny odyssey starring acting greats Jennifer Ludlam (as the guinea pig) and Joel Tobeck (as the lab technician).

“one of the most delightfully delicious pieces of theatre I have seen this year” – New Zealand Arts Review

On until 30 September, Circa One
Tues – Thurs 6.30pm, Fri – Sat 8pm, Sun 4pm
Book now

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427 days ago

Drums

Jason from Makara

Omega drums .

Price: $400

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427 days ago

Compost Bins for Sale

Fiona from Backyard Boxes

Spring has sprung and the bees are buzzing. Summer will be here soon so it's time to start your composting journey and keep food scraps out of landfill?
Our compost bins look attractive and work very well. Easy to put together, they just stack on top of each other.
Get in touch if … View more
Spring has sprung and the bees are buzzing. Summer will be here soon so it's time to start your composting journey and keep food scraps out of landfill?
Our compost bins look attractive and work very well. Easy to put together, they just stack on top of each other.
Get in touch if you're keen to have a look. Pick up is in Ngaio or we can deliver for a fee.
The standard compost bin is three layers.
Standard size is 860mm x 660mm x 520mm.
Pull up lid Compost-a-box - $350.00
Hinged lid Compost-a-box - $375.00
Extra layer - $90.00
Phone Fiona on 0274765039 if you would like a look.

430 days ago

Poll: Do you switch political teams?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly … View moreWith the election just over a month away, kiwis are thinking about where to put their vote. For some, individual policies don't matter too much as they'll always vote the same. And for others, their political leanings have changed over time or with each election. Will your vote be vastly different this year?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Do you switch political teams?
  • 50.6% Yes, my vote has changed
    50.6% Complete
  • 45.2% No, my vote has never strayed
    45.2% Complete
  • 4.2% I don't bother voting
    4.2% Complete
1627 votes
428 days ago

Paint it blue with Resene!

Resene

Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue … View more
Did you know over 4,000 New Zealand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year? In fact one in eight will get it during their lifetime.

We're proud to be supporting Paint It Blue once again in 2023 - and we'd love our neighbours to be involved too.

Simply buy any blue Resene testpot 60mL between 8-21 September and Resene will donate $1 to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand! Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find your new favourite blues.
Find out more

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437 days ago

Ngaio Repair Café introduces a new service!

Sandi from Crofton Downs

On 16 September we will be trialing hand sewing and knitwear repair.

The type of repairs we envision doing are quick repairs such as sewing button/s on, a small hole in a jersey or a hole in a seam. We won’t be darning socks.

●Please bring along matching wool for knitwear.

●We have … View more
On 16 September we will be trialing hand sewing and knitwear repair.

The type of repairs we envision doing are quick repairs such as sewing button/s on, a small hole in a jersey or a hole in a seam. We won’t be darning socks.

●Please bring along matching wool for knitwear.

●We have some standard buttons but if you want a particular type or colourbutton then bring it along.

10am - 1pm, Ngaio Union Church, corner Crofton Road and Kenya St.
See you there!!!

Please comment below if you think you would use this sort of service

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428 days ago

Ngaio Repair Cafe

Sandi from Crofton Downs

The September Ngaio Repair Cafe is on this weekend!
10-1pm Ngaio Union Church, corner Crofton Road and Kenya St
See you there!

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429 days ago

Outdoor Tile Seconds

Natalie from Brooklyn

Calling all tilers, DIY enthusiasts and general hoarders. Looking for non-slip outdoor tiles in whites, beige, greige and light colour ways and happy taking damaged
/ broken and random quantities!

Have a project coming up (see pic for idea and attention!) that I’m keen to give a bash whilst … View more
Calling all tilers, DIY enthusiasts and general hoarders. Looking for non-slip outdoor tiles in whites, beige, greige and light colour ways and happy taking damaged
/ broken and random quantities!

Have a project coming up (see pic for idea and attention!) that I’m keen to give a bash whilst saving some more stuff from going to landfill - the cheaper or free-er the better but totally open to a haggle and some $! I know we for one have a box or so left over from a backsplash as recommendation is to buy for wastage lest any break, so hoping for some luck!

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428 days ago

Kids actively learn through Hapkido Martial Art

Peter from Karori

Hapkido - a Korean Martial Art

Through the Hapkido Martial Art kids learn self-discipline, coordination, confidence and fitness, and have fun while actively learning self-defence.

Our Wellington Hapkido Academy Junior Class students, which covers school years 3 to 9, is held on Saturday … View more
Hapkido - a Korean Martial Art

Through the Hapkido Martial Art kids learn self-discipline, coordination, confidence and fitness, and have fun while actively learning self-defence.

Our Wellington Hapkido Academy Junior Class students, which covers school years 3 to 9, is held on Saturday 10-11am, at Club K, 65 Salamanca Road, Kelburn, (Squash club building).

Fees are $25 a month.

Find us at www.wellingtonhapkido.com... to find out in greater detail what we do and how to join.

Or, email: hapkidowgtn@gmail.com, or ring Peter 021 431 561

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