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2168 days ago

Cockatiel

Catherine from Khandallah

My cockatiel Benji needs someone to care for him in their home for eight days over Christmas,
He whistles ,sings and talks.
He’s good company..

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2167 days ago

Community Fun Day

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

Come along and check out the yummiest food from every corner of the world !!!

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2167 days ago

Be ready for 2019 with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

Christmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, … View moreChristmas is super busy! But so is going into the new year & what comes with it, back to work, back to school, new year new me! So why not create your own handy wall planner & easily keep track of your family’s schedule. Once you’re done simply use whiteboard markers to write on it, then wipe off & update as needed. Easy to create with Resene testpots & Resene Write-on Wall Paint. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

2168 days ago

Playing safely in urban streams

The Team from Wellington Water

As we approach the school holidays and children head outdoors exploring our beautiful parks and streams we’d like to remind you how to play safely in urban streams.

The water quality of our streams can be variable.

Stormwater run-off and other contaminants can affect the water quality of our … View more
As we approach the school holidays and children head outdoors exploring our beautiful parks and streams we’d like to remind you how to play safely in urban streams.

The water quality of our streams can be variable.

Stormwater run-off and other contaminants can affect the water quality of our urban streams.

While there are actions being taken by council and interest groups to improve the water quality in our streams, the water can contain ‘bugs’ that can make people sick. To keep people safe it’s important to follow the tips below.

Here are some tips on enjoying our streams safely:

- Children should always be supervised when playing in or around water.
- Always avoid contact with streams during heavy rain and for 48 hours after it stops raining.
- Never drink stream water.
- Always wash your hands after coming into contact with stream water and before eating.
- Keep stream water out of your eyes, ears, mouth, or any open sores. If your children are too young to understand these precautions please avoid contact with streams.
- Wading and exploring is ok, but the water in streams is not suitable for swimming. To check out the best places for swimming in our region see www.gw.govt.nz...

How you can help:

- Report cracked or leaking pipes (and if you spot a leak on your own property organise for a plumber to check the pipes as soon as possible).
- Make sure rubbish is not left near streams including picking up dog poo.
- Only rain should go down the drain - empty detergents and paintbrush residue onto the lawn, or tip down the sink, not into drains leading to stormwater.
- Wash cars on the lawn, or at an approved carwash.
- Use non-toxic pesticides and fertilisers on your gardens.
- Reduce run-off by using porous landscaping, such as bark chips or lawn.

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2167 days ago

HELP US MAKE WASPS BUZZ OFF FOR GOOD.

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real … View more
They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year!

Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. Head online now to contribute

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2167 days ago

Where’s your next kiwi adventure?

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

With over forty inspiring events in our parks, forests and rivers this summer – the only thing holding you back is your imagination! Get outdoors

2168 days ago

Painting and decorating jobs.

Rachel from Grenada Village

My husband is after Painting and Decorating jobs to do after hours and on weekends. Just looking for extra work to help us make ends meet.

He specialises in small to medium exterior jobs. He has over 10 years experience in painting and decorating. He is looking for work to do after 5pm and on … View more
My husband is after Painting and Decorating jobs to do after hours and on weekends. Just looking for extra work to help us make ends meet.

He specialises in small to medium exterior jobs. He has over 10 years experience in painting and decorating. He is looking for work to do after 5pm and on weekends. He is very fast and efficient. All work will be done with pride and to a very high standard. He has paint sprayers and scaffolding so can get to those spots you can't reach.



He had expertise in the following



Interior Painting

Exterior Painting

Fence Painting

Painting touch ups.

Paint stripping

Water Blasting

Moss and mould removal



He can also do any other odd jobs.



Gardening

Rubbish removal

Anything just ask.



Thanks.

2168 days ago

Grace Millane will 'forever be a Kiwi', her father says

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and … View more
Hi neighbours,

David Millane has released a heartfelt tribute, thanking New Zealand for taking Grace "into your hearts" following her death.

Vigils for Grace were held around the country, with thousands of people lighting candles, observing a moment of silence, leaving flowers and some evening singing Amazing Grace.

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2168 days ago

Donate to The Foodbank Project and help make Christmas wishes come true for struggling Kiwi families

Julia De Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

It's the final week to donate to the The Foodbank Project!

17,000 families will come to The Salvation Army for food and support over the Christmas period, but our donations this December will only fill 600 food parcels.

Every donation will make a real difference to families in need but we … View more
It's the final week to donate to the The Foodbank Project!

17,000 families will come to The Salvation Army for food and support over the Christmas period, but our donations this December will only fill 600 food parcels.

Every donation will make a real difference to families in need but we still have a long way to go. With only two weeks until Christmas, we need your help to fill more food parcels!

Donate a Christmas bundle today and help make Christmas wishes come true for struggling Kiwi families.

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2168 days ago

Celebrate New Year's Eve by the Lagoon

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Looking for a family-friendly event to take the kids to for New Year’s Eve?
Come along for our FREE event from 8pm at Whairepo Lagoon by Frank Kitts Park. There will be music, food trucks and a blast of fireworks at midnight.
For the wee ones who can’t make it to midnight, there’ll be a … View more
Looking for a family-friendly event to take the kids to for New Year’s Eve?
Come along for our FREE event from 8pm at Whairepo Lagoon by Frank Kitts Park. There will be music, food trucks and a blast of fireworks at midnight.
For the wee ones who can’t make it to midnight, there’ll be a kid’s countdown at 9pm. Head to our website for more information.

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2168 days ago

Getting around over the Christmas period

Metlink

In town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 24 December to Sunday 6 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 7 January.

Thanks for travelling with us throughout the … View more
In town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 24 December to Sunday 6 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 7 January.

Thanks for travelling with us throughout the year. For details visit metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.
Learn more

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