Maupuia, Wellington

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

495 days ago

Paying it forward

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Lesieli and Tāne embody the power of paying it forward through the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
Lesieli, ex Kiwi Can student, is now a Kiwi Can Leader teaching life skills such as respect and resilience to tamariki. Tāne, an ex Career Navigator student, returned to the Foundation as a Kiwi Can … View more
Lesieli and Tāne embody the power of paying it forward through the Graeme Dingle Foundation.
Lesieli, ex Kiwi Can student, is now a Kiwi Can Leader teaching life skills such as respect and resilience to tamariki. Tāne, an ex Career Navigator student, returned to the Foundation as a Kiwi Can Leader, driven by his desire to make a positive impact. Their experiences have ignited a passion to empower the next generation of young people and give back to the Foundation.
Help us, help young people realise potential by donating today.
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513 days ago

LGWM - Let's Get Wellington Moving

Greg from Melrose

A public meeting organised by Retail NZ is to be held today (22-6-23) at 5:00p.m. at Prefab, 14 Jessie Street to talk about the detrimental effect of this programme on all Wellingtonians.

496 days ago

Please welcome the Heart Foundation!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are incredibly proud to welcome our new Neighbourly partner – the New Zealand Heart Foundation!

Not only will they be helping us to stay ‘heart healthy in our neighbourhoods,’ the Heart Foundation will also be sharing:

- News & updates from the incredible Heart Foundation Lottery… View more
We are incredibly proud to welcome our new Neighbourly partner – the New Zealand Heart Foundation!

Not only will they be helping us to stay ‘heart healthy in our neighbourhoods,’ the Heart Foundation will also be sharing:

- News & updates from the incredible Heart Foundation Lottery – including how to win a brand-new home (check out our latest Lottery here)
- Heart-warming stories including how the Heart Foundation supports those in the community living with heart disease
- Handy heart health and wellbeing resources and tips
- How you can show your big heart through local volunteering opportunities
- How to eat healthy to your heart’s content with some great recipes

Please join us in giving the Heart Foundation a warm, hearty welcome!
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496 days ago

Make Hope the Headline

The Giving Store

We don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.

When you donate one of… View more
We don’t need to go too far to hear about the cost of living crisis and the fact is, right now, 1 in 6 children go without essentials like food and clothing. While we can’t control this cost, we can make a difference. The Giving Store works to help kiwis give to kiwis.

When you donate one of our Winter Essential Packs, 100% of your donation will go to families in need this winter. Let's not let the cost of living get in the way of giving. Together, we can make hope the headline
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498 days ago

Feature wall dos and don’ts

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Switch up your place with fresh new looks that are high on impact and low on cost with Resene paints.

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499 days ago

GO RETRO

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

There are things that just never get old. Grab your retro outfit at Red Cross and share a photo in our Facebook community group to be in the draw to win a $25 Red Cross shop voucher!

Our Sales this week are:

25% off men’s tops

50% of women’s pants

We are always looking for volunteers, if … View more
There are things that just never get old. Grab your retro outfit at Red Cross and share a photo in our Facebook community group to be in the draw to win a $25 Red Cross shop voucher!

Our Sales this week are:

25% off men’s tops

50% of women’s pants

We are always looking for volunteers, if you have a few hours spare a week, call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.nz or pop in to our shop at 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

We hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie.

502 days ago

Which NZ town does winter best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you… View more
We know the spots in summer for beaching, camping and warm nights. But which NZ town really comes into its own during winter? Whether it's based on the activities, the beauty of the town or places to wine and dine, share your thoughts and reasons below!

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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500 days ago

Original art by local artist Tony

Nicola from Karaka Bays

This art piece was inspired by the daises growing in front of the Seatoun wharf. It is 2.3m long x .770mm high.
Painted with weather proof paints and set on a light weight frame it can be set up inside or out. Whether you have a wall above your couch or a fence that needs cheering up this, or any… View more
This art piece was inspired by the daises growing in front of the Seatoun wharf. It is 2.3m long x .770mm high.
Painted with weather proof paints and set on a light weight frame it can be set up inside or out. Whether you have a wall above your couch or a fence that needs cheering up this, or any one of Tony's paintings will be perfect for you. Ph 0272789675 or call into The Penguin Gallery, 261 Karaka Bay Rd
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Price: $199

501 days ago

Does your garden resemble a crime scene ?

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

A unruly garden can be overwhelming and uninviting. ( also it’s harder to hide the bodies ! )


Overgrown plants, weeds, and clutter can make it difficult to enjoy your outdoor space. Not only that, but a disorganised garden can also attract pests and make it harder to maintain.

Let’s … View more
A unruly garden can be overwhelming and uninviting. ( also it’s harder to hide the bodies ! )


Overgrown plants, weeds, and clutter can make it difficult to enjoy your outdoor space. Not only that, but a disorganised garden can also attract pests and make it harder to maintain.

Let’s us fix your garden , we can prune back overgrown plants, and remove any debris or clutter. Pull weeds and replant if needed yes With a garden tidy we can transform your messy garden into a beautiful and relaxing outdoor oasis.
Call us on 0272430951

501 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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502 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
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505 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I … View more
Picture and words from Louise Thomas.
"It's not enough to catch your dinner, you also have to stop your mates from nabbing it. I was pretty pleased with this photo from Henley Lake in Masterton. I've entered it in the NZ Geo competition, but even if I don't get anywhere, I still think it's a cracker. Three black shags/māpunga (Phalacrocorax carbo) fighting over an eel."

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503 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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505 days ago

Warm welcomes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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506 days ago

Toy and shoe sale!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

With the school holidays approaching, Kilbirnie Red Cross is having a toy and shoe sale.

50% off all toys!

25% off all shoes!

We hope to see you here!

The team at Kilbirnie Red Cross.

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