Mount Cook, Wellington

Our Winter Garage Sale is on right now!

Our Winter Garage Sale is on right now!

Check out the treasures that your neighbours have listed for sale. Click here

313 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated … View more
Recovery from Feeling Depressed

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low? Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved ones? Find out how AEA members have used the Twelve Step programme to overcome the low feelings associated with addictive eating and go on to live joyful, positive lives.

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316 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A stunning picture by Simon Woolf.

"When you are photographing in Karori, there are some unique occupational hazards! New phone and I'm shooting a time-lapse of Tui in flight. I look out the window, and my new phone is being investigated, tugged and being put through the ruggedness … View more
A stunning picture by Simon Woolf.

"When you are photographing in Karori, there are some unique occupational hazards! New phone and I'm shooting a time-lapse of Tui in flight. I look out the window, and my new phone is being investigated, tugged and being put through the ruggedness test by this young Kaka!
Kaka are so intelligent, and much more gentle than their South Island cousins, the Kea. It's always more investigation than sheer vandalism and mischief! It's such a joy and privilege to have them around."

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314 days ago

Are You a Low or Standard User?

The Team from NZ Compare

Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change … View more
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.

Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
Learn more now

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315 days ago

Cozy up with a coffee and your favourite magazine this winter

Mags4Gifts

Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best… View more
Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best sellers which include NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide. T&Cs apply.

The team at Mags4Gifts
Find out more

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339 days ago

Safe footpaths for pedestrians

Ellen from Mount Victoria

Do you like to walk? Most people do, it is our most popular recreation in New Zealand and the most climate-friendly healthy way to get around every day. Do you think footpaths should be safe for pedestrians to have a nice pleasant walk wherever they want to go? It's time to take action to take… View moreDo you like to walk? Most people do, it is our most popular recreation in New Zealand and the most climate-friendly healthy way to get around every day. Do you think footpaths should be safe for pedestrians to have a nice pleasant walk wherever they want to go? It's time to take action to take back footpaths from escooters.

Sign this petition from the Disabled Persons Assembly for safe footpaths.
our.actionstation.org.nz...

New Zealand escooter use is one of the least regulated in the world, it means that pedestrians often feel unsafe out walking as escooters whizz past and frequently have to navigate around escooters all over the footpath. For some people this is not a big deal, for others it means they can not get out and do what they need to. I have been stuck at home with escooters blocking my gate on several occasions. It's ok, I can climb over the fence and drag them away. A friend said today he has been poked in the eye by hard-to-see escooter handles at night - he is in a wheelchair. Our MP Ibrahim Omer has been knocked off his feet by an escooter rider. There are many similar stories. Not everyone can walk around or move a heavy escooter.

Waka Kotahi the NZ Transport Agency has a survey about escooter regulation. Take the survey and say no to renewing the Gazette notice that allows escooters to use footpaths. There are many better options to regulate escooters to use the road and cycle lanes. Treat escooters like ebikes.
www.nzta.govt.nz...

Keep our footpaths safe

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316 days ago
317 days ago

Worried About Winter Bills?

The Team from NZ Compare

Final call for winter deals, neighbours!
Worried about facing those winter bills? No worries, our budget-friendly power and broadband plans have you covered. Stay cozy, stay connected, and stress less. Hurry, these offers won't last!

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347 days ago

Cook a Heart Healthy Meal Today!

Heart Foundation NZ

A heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep … View moreA heart healthy diet is one rich in fruit and vegetables. Not only are they better for your heart, but they allow you to feel fuller with less calories. This amazing Vegetarian Lasagne from the Heart Foundation is definitely delightful. It's a perfect winter dish to warm you up and help keep your heart healthy. Let's get cooking! #HeartHealthy #EatingWell

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320 days ago

The power of social connection - your health depends on it!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Did you know that socially well-connected people are happier and healthier according to the latest research? Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while or catch up with your loved ones to benefit your mental health and wellbeing.

Read our blog on social connection to find out more!

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317 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for peas?

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 pea recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by August 27, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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317 days ago

More Kiwis eligible for insulation grants

EECA

Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat … View more
Everyone deserves a warm, dry, healthy home – see if you’re eligible for financial support to insulate and heat yours.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% - 90% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump. In August, the eligibility criteria were extended so over 50,000 more households are eligible for insulation grants.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau.
Find out more

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318 days ago

27 August - Inverlochy Cushion Concert with the Little Symphony Sax Quartet

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Join us for the August Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with LITTLE SYMPHONY SAX QUARTET . Not to worry if a cushion's not your thing...we have chairs!

This ensemble features some of the heavyweights of jazz wind playing from the Wellington scene (Oscar Laven ~ … View more
Join us for the August Cushion Concert at the historic Inverlochy House with LITTLE SYMPHONY SAX QUARTET . Not to worry if a cushion's not your thing...we have chairs!

This ensemble features some of the heavyweights of jazz wind playing from the Wellington scene (Oscar Laven ~ Bassoon/Saxophone, Jake Baxendale ~ Bass Clarinet/Saxophone, and Kaito Walley ~ Trombone), and features mainly original music with a few fun arrangements sprinkled in. Also guesting is Tristan Carter on Violin.



Limited tickets available so book early to avoid disappointment. Door sales may be available. Tickets $20 Book here www.inverlochy.org.nz......

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318 days ago

Nice Neighbour: Dave Murdoch - 'They don't come better!'

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time… View more
Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!

"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time they are emptied. He cleaned around our pool area after a storm recently as we were busy at work. He is always first to help others whenever he can whether they have an issue with their unit or a stranger having car trouble out on the street - They don’t come better!"

If you have a Nice Neighbour, don't keep it to yourself. You might win a $25 Prezzy® card each and a shoutout on Stuff. Go on, nominate them now!

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320 days ago

Poll: Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you … View morePrime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you feeling about the changes?

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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Covid restrictions: Too soon or about time?
  • 37.6% Too soon
    37.6% Complete
  • 39.3% About time!
    39.3% Complete
  • 23.1% I'm don't mind either way
    23.1% Complete
2580 votes
337 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Just starting to sort my images for the 2024 Calendar and have decided this cheeky fellow makes the cut. I'm thinking he might become a painting too at some point. Kaka/ Brown Parrot (Nestor meridionalis) on Stewart Island - their heads… View more
This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Just starting to sort my images for the 2024 Calendar and have decided this cheeky fellow makes the cut. I'm thinking he might become a painting too at some point. Kaka/ Brown Parrot (Nestor meridionalis) on Stewart Island - their heads are noticeably more white than the ones we get around Wellington."

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