Newlands, Wellington

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Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1080 days ago

Wellington will shift to Orange on Friday 3 December

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Following the Government’s announcement today, we are preparing to run the new COVID Traffic Light System across all our facilities and services as Wellington will be shifting to Orange on Friday 3 December.

Specific information about our services and facilities will be available on Thursday 2 … View more
Following the Government’s announcement today, we are preparing to run the new COVID Traffic Light System across all our facilities and services as Wellington will be shifting to Orange on Friday 3 December.

Specific information about our services and facilities will be available on Thursday 2 December, but for now please visit: wellington.govt.nz...

To get your COVID Vaccine Pass, visit www.mycovidrecord.health.nz....

1080 days ago

Council rubbish calendar

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The 2022 rubbish/recycling collection calendar and information brochures are available! You can either grab one from the council service centre or you can email the council (info@wcc.govt.nz) and they will post the correct calendar to your address. Include your name, address and 'recycling … View moreThe 2022 rubbish/recycling collection calendar and information brochures are available! You can either grab one from the council service centre or you can email the council (info@wcc.govt.nz) and they will post the correct calendar to your address. Include your name, address and 'recycling calendar' in the subject line. Click on READ MORE to go the council site.

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1080 days ago

Check before you swim this summer

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Greater Wellington is reminding everyone to check the safety of swimming spots over summer.
"We monitor over 80 swimming spots in our region over summer to help make sure you can check where it’s safe to swim."
Click on READ MORE to learn you can check before you swimming.

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1083 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"Might I suggest that if you don't want people to know you are nesting there, that you stop screaming like a stuck pig every time someone walks past. Just a thought. Pūkeko/purple swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus) at Manor Park Golf Sanctuary."

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1080 days ago

Picked in the morning, on your plate for lunch

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, … View more
Dear neighbours,

Read about this Dunedin cafe where vegetables from the kitchen has been grown by the owner. The staples of pumpkins, beetroot, cabbage and carrots do well here, he says, with a wide variety of other crops including spring onions, kohlrabi, celery, fennel, kale, potatoes, silverbeet, leek, mint and herbs. Yummy!

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1081 days ago

Support person - Johnsonville

Adrian from Johnsonville

Support person required to assist young adult with mild intellectual disability, who lives independently in his own home in Johnsonville.

You will provide assistance for shopping, meal planning, and general household tasks (cleaning etc), and accompany them out and about in the community.

Up to… View more
Support person required to assist young adult with mild intellectual disability, who lives independently in his own home in Johnsonville.

You will provide assistance for shopping, meal planning, and general household tasks (cleaning etc), and accompany them out and about in the community.

Up to 8 hours per week is available to the right person.

See attached document for more information.

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1082 days ago

Have your say on your local.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Has the pandemic made you shop more locally? Do you feel like you can rely on your community?

Let us know in our State of the Neighbourhood survey and you could win 1 of 10 $100 Prezzy cards.
Take the survey

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1083 days ago

Khandallah Village Market: Christmas Markets are back on!

Amanda from Khandallah

Given the clarity around events under traffic light 'orange', the Khandallah Christmas Markets have been reinstated! www.facebook.com...

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1083 days ago

Potted foam cactus

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

When it comes to homeware trends, the cactus is a perennial favourite. Create some super-cute and affordable cactus-themed crafts with Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own.

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1083 days ago

Have your say on an enhanced Basin Reserve

Let's Get Wellington Moving

Let’s Get Wellington Moving is looking for your feedback on four transport options that will change how Wellingtonians get around and ensure we’re ready for the future.

Your trips of tomorrow could include an enhanced Basin Reserve, with new cycleways, walkways and green spaces for everyone … View more
Let’s Get Wellington Moving is looking for your feedback on four transport options that will change how Wellingtonians get around and ensure we’re ready for the future.

Your trips of tomorrow could include an enhanced Basin Reserve, with new cycleways, walkways and green spaces for everyone to enjoy – take a look at the options and have your say today.
Find out more

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1084 days ago

GRAB A BLACK FRIDAY EXCLUSIVE DEAL NOW!

The Team from NZ Compare

These deals have been snatched quicker than donuts in lockdown! Get your household a black Friday broadband deal like a $150 joining credit plus tonnes more benefits, exclusive only to Broadband Compare.

Only a few days left before they go, be QUICK and take a look today!

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1084 days ago

~*~ NEW CounterArt Absorbent Stoneware Car Coaster GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS ~*~

Sue from Grenada Village

~*~ NEW CounterArt Absorbent Stoneware Car Coaster ~*~

$2 each.

THESE WOULD BE GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS OR EXTRA LITTLE BITS TO ADD TO A CHRISTMAS PRESENT.
6 available.

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~*~ NEW CounterArt Absorbent Stoneware Car Coaster ~*~

$2 each.

THESE WOULD BE GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS OR EXTRA LITTLE BITS TO ADD TO A CHRISTMAS PRESENT.
6 available.



Choose from Cat Lover; Dog Lover; flower pattern (Metro).


Following details are from Amazon:

This CounterArt individual car coaster features an innovative design for keeping your vehicle's cup holder dry from beverage drips and condensation. Crafted from a durable stoneware material that continuously absorbs moisture, this coaster has a convenient finger slot on the side, making it easy to remove for cleaning. The decorative transfer print is FDA approved and has an attractive, artistic design that gives you options for your own personal taste. To remove coaster stains, soak coaster in 1 part household bleach and 3 parts water until stain lifts, then rinse and air dry. These car coasters make great add-on gifts and are effect as a stocking stuffer or party favor. Measures 2-1/2 Inch.



NOTE that the instructions on the back say to wash with a mild detergent and water and scrub with a brush or sponge. I would be hesitent to use bleach but it's up to you.



Pick up from Grenada Village.



I can post these in a $4.50 NZ Post Bag. If you are a rural delivery with a RD address it costs and extra $4.30

Price: $2

1084 days ago

~*~ Plush Children's Cushions ~*~

Sue from Grenada Village

~*~ Plush Children's Cushions ~*~


$18 for the lot or make me an offer for the ones you want.
Leopard and fish cushions in excellent condition.


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~*~ Plush Children's Cushions ~*~


$18 for the lot or make me an offer for the ones you want.
Leopard and fish cushions in excellent condition.



Star face cushion has 2 areas where a little bit of fluff has come out. See 2nd photo.



Square blue duck cushion has a small stain that may wash off with a stain spray. Unfortunately I didn't notice it when I washed it so didn't try.



From smoke free home.



Pick up from Grenada Village.

Price: $18

1084 days ago

~*~ 3 x UNUSED Mugs & 2 x UNUSED Glasses ~*~

Sue from Grenada Village

~*~ 3 x UNUSED Mugs & 2 x UNUSED Glasses ~*~

MUGS:

Mr Happy Mug;
Chalk Mug which you can write messages on with chalk;
Garfield Mug.
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~*~ 3 x UNUSED Mugs & 2 x UNUSED Glasses ~*~

MUGS:

Mr Happy Mug;
Chalk Mug which you can write messages on with chalk;
Garfield Mug.


GLASSES: Approx 12.5 cm tall.

Love Glass;

Till the nets are full glass.



From smoke free home.



Pick up from Grenada Village.

Price: $3

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1084 days ago

~*~ Sunbeam Pie Magic 4 PM4400 ~*~

Sue from Grenada Village

~*~ Sunbeam Pie Magic 4 PM4400 ~*~

Pie maker includes cutter and manual.



Has deep dish, non stick plates which crimp the edge.
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~*~ Sunbeam Pie Magic 4 PM4400 ~*~

Pie maker includes cutter and manual.



Has deep dish, non stick plates which crimp the edge.



Good condition except the non stick coating on the 2 front pie slots on the bottom plate are starting to bubble (see photo). The top plate and the other 2 pie slots are still good.



From smoke free home.



Pick up from Grenada Village.

Price: $45

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