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2097 days ago

Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Movin’ March celebrates the benefits of walking, scooting and biking to school. The month long event is run by Greater Wellington in partnership with local councils and is free for primary schools in the Wellington region.

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki. … View more
Movin’ March celebrates the benefits of walking, scooting and biking to school. The month long event is run by Greater Wellington in partnership with local councils and is free for primary schools in the Wellington region.

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki. As well as being a great opportunity for regular exercise in the outdoors, they improve independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

How will you celebrate Movin’ March?

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2097 days ago

Kapiti Line Timetable Changes

Community Engagement Advisor from

Metlink is making minor changes to its rail timetable on the Kapiti Line to increase capacity during the morning peak, and to improve punctuality of service in the morning and afternoon peak.

The changes, to come into effect on 25 February, include the permanent introduction of a recent trial of … View more
Metlink is making minor changes to its rail timetable on the Kapiti Line to increase capacity during the morning peak, and to improve punctuality of service in the morning and afternoon peak.

The changes, to come into effect on 25 February, include the permanent introduction of a recent trial of an additional morning train departing Waikanae and a stopping schedule change to increase capacity for users of Porirua Station.

This will mean a change in timetable for people travelling from Plimmerton/Mana/Paremata. Visit www.metlink.org.nz... for more information.

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2104 days ago

Poll: Do you want e-scooters in Wellington?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Wellington City Council has decided to proceed with a trial of the city’s first electric scooter share scheme. Councillors on the City Strategy Committee today voted 8 – 5 in favour of the trial which will initially last six months, but can be extended by 12 months. The extension will allow… View moreThe Wellington City Council has decided to proceed with a trial of the city’s first electric scooter share scheme. Councillors on the City Strategy Committee today voted 8 – 5 in favour of the trial which will initially last six months, but can be extended by 12 months. The extension will allow time for consultation and policy engagement.

Councillors voted that e-scooters should not be allowed on footpaths in the CBD or suburban shopping centres.

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Do you want e-scooters in Wellington?
  • 30.4% Yes
    30.4% Complete
  • 51.3% No
    51.3% Complete
  • 18.3% Depends on the regulations
    18.3% Complete
879 votes
2097 days ago

Thinking of living in a retirement village?

The Team from

The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Lower Hutt on Thursday, March 14, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, … View more
The Commission for Financial Capability (CFFC) is running a free seminar in Lower Hutt on Thursday, March 14, about the financial implications of moving into a retirement village, with support from the Retirement Villages Association and experienced legal practitioners.

Speakers from the CFFC, Retirement Village Association and the legal profession (if available), will discuss types of retirement villages, the costs of moving into and living in them, and how they operate. The seminar will also explain some important residents' rights and where you can find out more information.

The seminar is 90 minutes long and will include question and answer time.

Tea, coffee and light refreshments are provided.

Places are limited and while attendance is free, registering is essential.

Please register by clicking on the link below:

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2097 days ago

Over 100 events to celebrate tamariki

The Team from Children's Day

Next Sunday 3 March is Children's Day! A time to celebrate the tamariki of New Zealand and put them first. There are lots of family-friendly events on all over Aotearoa to mark the day. Check out what's on in your neighbourhood at www.childrensday.org.nz...

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2098 days ago

Want to work in Kāpiti?

New Zealand Police

If you’re interested in a career with New Zealand Police, we may have the role for you. Will you help make New Zealand the safest country? Click below to find out more. Find out more!

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2098 days ago

Want to improve health outcomes for our community?

Emma Harrison from Wellington Free Ambulance

Wellington Free Ambulance provides pre-hospital health care to all our communities. With the introduction of a new Consumer Council, we are looking for patients and carers to work collaboratively with us and help improve our services and the way we do things.

If you are over 18, live in Greater … View more
Wellington Free Ambulance provides pre-hospital health care to all our communities. With the introduction of a new Consumer Council, we are looking for patients and carers to work collaboratively with us and help improve our services and the way we do things.

If you are over 18, live in Greater Wellington or the Wairarapa, have used one of our services in the past two years, as a patient or carer, and are keen to improve the health outcomes for our communities please visit wfa.org.nz/consumercouncil

Applications of interest close on Friday 8 March 2019.
Register here

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2098 days ago

Volunteer to teach English to adult refugees and migrants...full training provided

Jacqueline from Woodridge

Next course soon...call 04 238 9400 for more information

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2099 days ago

Single bed for sale

Colleen from Johnsonville

In good condition

Price: $100

2100 days ago

Some Wellington bus services could be suspended because of driver shortage

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Some Wellington bus services could be suspended because of a continuing driver shortage.

Thousands of commuters have been left stranded in recent days, with operator NZ Bus cancelling up to 30 buses a day in the morning rush hour. Read more

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