Maupuia, Wellington

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If you know of crime happening locally, let your neighbours know here.

1446 days ago

Is it cute or ugly?

Reporter Community News

A post on the Lower Hutt Kereru Rescue page is a reminder of how cute or ugly, depending on your point of view, baby kereru are.
The little fellah was handed in to the Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust before being handed over the Welington Zoo.

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1445 days ago

It's International Volunteer Day!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop … View more
To our RC Shop Volunteers,

Thank you for your amazing support and the kindness you show Red Cross. Our shop couldn’t do it without you, you are the heart of our work and we are very grateful for the service you give to our shop. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

If you are not a Red Cross Shop Volunteer yet and you would like to become one, just hit the Read More button for further information.

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1445 days ago

Looking to improve your garden!?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

In our nursery we have a range of beautiful low maintenance plants, that are sure to impress.

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1445 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Benny and Bobby

Reporter Community News

Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every … View more
Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday. If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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1446 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This weeks picture is from Simon Woolf taken earlier this year.
"When photographing around Wellington, you just never know who, or what, is observing you! This Kaka came to check me out, when I was photographing the city from Te Ahumairangi Hill, last night."

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1445 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get … View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance. It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to fallsfree.co.nz and follow the easy instructions.
Register now

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1445 days ago

Need Christmas gifts in a hurry?

Not Socks Gifts Ltd

Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREEView more
Avoid the malls & shop at NZ’s #1 online gift store. We have a HUGE range of fun, new & different Christmas gifts that you won’t find anywhere else.

AND… if it’s on our website, it’s in our warehouse – so you’ll receive your order within 24 to 72hrs. Plus, delivery is FREE over $85.

Proudly New Zealand owned & operated for over 10 years.
Find out more

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1446 days ago

The high cost of crime and Te Aro Park

Reporter Community News

It could be New Zealand's most expensive park.
A report, compiled by police and Wellington City, found the cost of crime associated with Te Aro Park, is close to $15 million in social harm over seven years.
The most common offence during that time was disorder, with 679 incidents, costing … View more
It could be New Zealand's most expensive park.
A report, compiled by police and Wellington City, found the cost of crime associated with Te Aro Park, is close to $15 million in social harm over seven years.
The most common offence during that time was disorder, with 679 incidents, costing $2.02m.
Te Aro Park was for many years known as Pigeon Park.

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1446 days ago

Tō Tātou Rohe | Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Another fortnight, another issue of Tō Tātou Rohe | Our Region – a digest of what’s happening across Greater Wellington. Read it here: bit.ly...

If you’d like to subscribe, go online to: gw.govt.nz/tatou-rohe

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1446 days ago

Tomorrow is International Volunteer Day...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We wanted to say THANK YOU to all of the amazing people who make Neighbourhood Support possible across Aotearoa!

If you know someone who is giving back in your community, show them some love. Don't let their acts of generosity go unnoticed.

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1448 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Lots of questions in this picture. What year? Where is it taken from and what do your recognise?

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1446 days ago

SuperSeniors Newsletter December 2020

Office for Seniors

Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it … View more
Our December SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now.

In this issue, we introduce you to the new Minister for Seniors, Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. We also have tips from CERT NZ on avoiding scams this festive season, details on low-cost prepaid broadband for seniors and much more!

Make sure you read it and pass it on to others you think might be interested bit.ly...

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1446 days ago

Love Local Pop-Up Shop

Grace Chan-McCarthy from Crave Kitchen

Today is the day! 🛍️

The Love Local Pop Up Shop with Wellington City Council, Wellington Children's Hospital and WellingtonNZ has begun!

Come on down to see the great range of Wellington-origin artisan foodstuffs including some of our Crave producers:
Wellington Manuka Honey … View more
Today is the day! 🛍️

The Love Local Pop Up Shop with Wellington City Council, Wellington Children's Hospital and WellingtonNZ has begun!

Come on down to see the great range of Wellington-origin artisan foodstuffs including some of our Crave producers:
Wellington Manuka Honey Company honey and bee-products (including propolis - perfect for all you hay fever-sufferers!)
Baxter's Original New Zealand
CocoMaNuts

When: TODAY till Christmas Eve
Opening hours: 12-5:30pm weekdays, 12-5pm weekends
Location: 68 Willis St, Bee Fresh Farms stall

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1446 days ago

Last chance to create your own Island Bay painting!

Silke from Heart for Art

Don’t miss the fun, only 2 days left to join!

I've taught hundreds of people how to paint and I'd love to do the same for you.

Join me for my Studio Paint Party and I'll show you how to paint your own Island Bay masterpiece. 🎨+🖌=😍

Saturday 5 December at 3pm.
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Don’t miss the fun, only 2 days left to join!

I've taught hundreds of people how to paint and I'd love to do the same for you.

Join me for my Studio Paint Party and I'll show you how to paint your own Island Bay masterpiece. 🎨+🖌=😍

Saturday 5 December at 3pm.
Perfect for beginners.
Includes all your materials and afternoon tea.

Click here to find out more 👇👇heartforart.co.nz...

Can't wait to teach you this one.
xox
Silke

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1447 days ago

Neighbours Day Aotearoa is back and has even more ways you can get involved next year with their theme: The Great Plant Swap 🌻

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've … View more
The first 200 to register their event, whether your usual BBQ, street party or something new like a plant swap, will be sent a packet of seeds to help you get started!

You can also write something nice (in 30 words or less) about your neighbours, community or acts of neighbourliness you've experienced with their new 'Notes for Neighbours' - any sort of note goes including poems! These will be shared on their Facebook, Instagram and website and 5 will be specially chosen to be featured on posters across Aotearoa.

Register your event, big or small, here today:

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