Maupuia, Wellington

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1193 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.

"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away … View more
As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.

"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away and chasing each other around quite a small area when they disagree about who won the singing competition – little flashes of aerodynamic grey fluff battling for supremacy of the Acer palmatum conveniently sandwiched between a camellia, a kowhai, and a robust trellis covered in potato vine they seem to like climbing in. Having grey warblers in permanent residence here in Woburn, Lower Hutt is quite new (at least in my garden), with them only having turned up earlier this year. I hope they don’t exhaust themselves before they get to do any actual courting. This was taken last week, it is pouring with rain today so a temporary cease fire has been called. Fingers crossed they nest here."

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1190 days ago

Silent Spring Revisited

Grant Ellen from Miramar & Maupuia Community Centre

Join us in Miramar on Saturday 21st August at the community centre for Jan Bolwell's new solo theatre work, 'Silent Spring Revisited'! Shows at 3pm and 6.30pm!
A homage to Rachel Carson's influential 'Silent Spring' published in 1962, Jan recounts Rachel's life, … View more
Join us in Miramar on Saturday 21st August at the community centre for Jan Bolwell's new solo theatre work, 'Silent Spring Revisited'! Shows at 3pm and 6.30pm!
A homage to Rachel Carson's influential 'Silent Spring' published in 1962, Jan recounts Rachel's life, work and the challenges she faced, featuring an interview with Dr Mike Joy, environmental scientist and Rachel's contemporary in New Zealand today.
Book tickets online at eventfinda - check out the event for more! Part of a pilot program supported by the Wellington City Council.

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1193 days ago

Are they barking mad?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Dogs will soon be able to 'bark and ride' with a trial starting to let canine companions travel on the Wellington Cable Car. If it's a howling success, downward dogs may become a permanent feature on everyones favourite funicular! .

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1192 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Chewie

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Rebecca from Petone and Chewie.
"This is Chewie. She is shown here practising for her Catlympics debut.>
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 suburb you live in.

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1191 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Pippa

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Pipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and … View more
Pipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and show me all the wonderful things out there. I have lots of love to give and like to be with my people. I LOVE food but this love and nose can sometimes get me into trouble. As I want to keep all the cuddles and tummy rubs for myself I am looking for a home as an only dog. Don't be fooled by my size, I can be cheeky and have jumped fences before, so am needing a home that has high fencing. I could live with older kids that are confident around big boisterous ladies like myself. I'm a real sweet heart waiting for a family to pick me. So if you think I'm the girl for you please contact us."

1191 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Samba

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say … View more
It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.

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 suburb you live in.

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1194 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This Murray Webb cartoon from 2008, should bring back some memories.

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1191 days ago

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1192 days ago

Small solid wood desk

Liz from Miramar

Lovely desk for sale. Used by our daughter, a little wear and tear as shown in the photos. The top is marked and small marks where a chair would slide in on the inner sides of the desk. Have photos but not enough room to upload. Could email if required.
Three drawers, dovetailed, beautifully made.… View more
Lovely desk for sale. Used by our daughter, a little wear and tear as shown in the photos. The top is marked and small marks where a chair would slide in on the inner sides of the desk. Have photos but not enough room to upload. Could email if required.
Three drawers, dovetailed, beautifully made. A pull out shelf is above the drawers. No borer.
Size is L 81 x W 51 x H 76 cm
Located in Miramar.
Thanks

Price: $45

1192 days ago

You have an abandoned and ugly strip of grass and you don’t know what do to about it?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Paving is a cost effective and low maintenance solution to turn your unwanted grassy area into a nice and useful addition to your property. We work with various materials and sizes and can arrange the design to your needs. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize … View morePaving is a cost effective and low maintenance solution to turn your unwanted grassy area into a nice and useful addition to your property. We work with various materials and sizes and can arrange the design to your needs. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.
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1192 days ago

New Zealander of the Year Nominations close 31 August.

Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards

Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

There are a … View more
Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

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1192 days ago

Warm welcome to Digital Boost

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1206 days ago

House/petsitter wanted - 22-30 Aug

Alice from Seatoun

Looking for experienced and responsible pet loving housesitter in Wgtn to look after a cat and dog - both a year old from 22-30 August. Text 021772700

1194 days ago

Finish date set for Hutt hotel

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The long running saga of the council subsidised hotel in High St may be coming to an end.
Developer Raman Sarin says the hotel will be finished by the end of the year. He recently signed a new deal with the council, committing his company to finishing the hotel and continuing to run the events … View more
The long running saga of the council subsidised hotel in High St may be coming to an end.
Developer Raman Sarin says the hotel will be finished by the end of the year. He recently signed a new deal with the council, committing his company to finishing the hotel and continuing to run the events centre.
What are your thoughts on the hotel? Was it a good idea for the council to get involved?
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1193 days ago

Leopard seal makes waves in Wellington

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It is a bit late but Simon Woolf posted these stunning pics and nice story on Tuesday.

"Another great day for Wellington regarding wildlife. We had two youngsters in town. A young humpback whale was seen in the inner harbour. On Lyall Bay, on our Southern Coast, we had a young leopard seal, … View more
It is a bit late but Simon Woolf posted these stunning pics and nice story on Tuesday.

"Another great day for Wellington regarding wildlife. We had two youngsters in town. A young humpback whale was seen in the inner harbour. On Lyall Bay, on our Southern Coast, we had a young leopard seal, which I managed to get a few shots of!
Leopard Seals are amazing to observe, and are highly intelligent. Google, Leopard Seals on YouTube, and you will see how clever these creatures are. Leopard Seals grow to be up 3.5 metres and can weigh up to 600kgs. This juvenile was just under 2 metres, and has some growing to do!
This youngster had been in a battle ( not unusual for young leopard seals!), with some open wounds on its lower neck and torso, however was in pretty good condition otherwise."

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