Newtown, 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.

1161 days ago

Print company soaring with success

Competenz

Family-owned Auckland print company Soar is flying high, with two of its team winning accolades at the prestigious Pride in Print 2021 awards.

Print apprentice Travis Jordan was named the Print Industry Apprentice of the Year, while Alex Huynh won the Workplace Trainer of the Year. For Travis, … View more
Family-owned Auckland print company Soar is flying high, with two of its team winning accolades at the prestigious Pride in Print 2021 awards.

Print apprentice Travis Jordan was named the Print Industry Apprentice of the Year, while Alex Huynh won the Workplace Trainer of the Year. For Travis, the award is an acknowledgement of the time and effort he has put into his craft.

“It’s really special and a reminder that you get out what you put in,” he says. “The award is something I’ll happily carry with me throughout my career.”

It's awesome to see not only one of our apprentices getting recognition, but also the skilled team member who trained him winning an award.

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1149 days ago

You want to enjoy your deck all summer long?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Either it is repanelling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it. From design to completion. Be relieved and insured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining.

Don’t hesitate and give us a … View more
Either it is repanelling or building your deck from scratch, Price Smart can take care of it. From design to completion. Be relieved and insured your deck will be ready for the sunny days.
We also provide maintenance services such as water blasting and staining.

Don’t hesitate and give us a call at 027 252 1771
or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...
to organize a site visit.

1149 days ago

Get your financial life in order with MoneyIQ

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards … View more
Hey neighbours, is it time to get your finances in order? If lockdown has focused your mind on the state of your bank account, we’re here to help.

Stuff has launched MoneyIQ, an eight-week email course that will give you all the basics you need to get your money sorted and start working towards a brighter, richer future. You can sign up for free here.

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1152 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should not be too hard. Who is this?

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1150 days ago

December delights

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

From pine cones to tree-shaped centrepieces, have fun creating your own Christmas decor with Resene’s festive, on-trend colour combinations. Combine your favourite Resene testpot colours to match your Christmas style. Find out how to create your own.

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1152 days ago

Check out Blossom Valley

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We are in Level Two but Upper Hutt's Blossom Valley Festival is still on but it is a ticket only affair.
Blossom Valley runs from September 9 until October 3 at Aston Norwood Gardens, SH2. Daytime session tickets $10 for adults, children under 12 free from blossomvalley.nz.

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1150 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Today we have photographs and words from Simon Woolf.

"The bird feeders are now bringing in a few more different varieties of small birds. Today a flock of greenfinches visited, and a sole yellowhammer! The yellowhammer (pictured right) was a real treat, as you know they are around as they … View more
Today we have photographs and words from Simon Woolf.

"The bird feeders are now bringing in a few more different varieties of small birds. Today a flock of greenfinches visited, and a sole yellowhammer! The yellowhammer (pictured right) was a real treat, as you know they are around as they are very tuneful, however they are difficult to see at times. Our kaka also visited at least twice today!"

1154 days ago

Father and son graduate together

Competenz

Another great story!
Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.

While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he… View more
Another great story!
Southland father and son, Robert and Bobby Baird have recently received their forestry qualifications, proving you are never too old to learn.

While Robert has practical experience gained during four decades in the bush, he says vocational training like the qualification he has just done is helping keep people safe.

Competenz assessor Neville Muir worked with Bairds throughout their training programme.

“Bobby is very driven to succeed and very organised. He’s also very keen to continue upskilling his crew and there are a lot of different certificates still to do,” he says.

While Bobby is his boss at work, Robert turns back into ‘dad’ at the end of the day. “I give him a hand during the day when he’s got a lot of work on. We have a great relationship and it’s a magic thing to be able to do to work with your son.”

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1150 days ago

Handmade reusable masks with built-in filters

Sustainability Trust

Reusable face mask. Handmade by the Wellington Curtain Bank.

100% cotton outer, 3 layers of fabric, with polypropylene in between the layers (as per WHO guidelines) and cotton/spandex ties for a comfy stretch around your ears.

Yup - Comfortable. Adjustable. And No Filter Needed.

3 sizes … View more
Reusable face mask. Handmade by the Wellington Curtain Bank.

100% cotton outer, 3 layers of fabric, with polypropylene in between the layers (as per WHO guidelines) and cotton/spandex ties for a comfy stretch around your ears.

Yup - Comfortable. Adjustable. And No Filter Needed.

3 sizes available. Lot's of cool patterns.

Come and check them out, Sustainability Trust, 2 Forresters Lane Wellington.

shop.sustaintrust.org.nz...

Price: $25

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1151 days ago

Wanted to buy a Wheelchair

Virginia from Miramar

Hi there looking to buy a wheelchair so that I can take my elderly mum out for walks.

1150 days ago

All welcome

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Dear Neighbours,

Under Delta Alert Level 2, we open almost as normal. 10:00-19:00 seven days a week.
Serving neighbours while keeping all safe is our priority!
All welcome if you are well, wear a mask, scan our tracing QR, and keep safe distance with others.

We offer a wide range of nice products… View more
Dear Neighbours,

Under Delta Alert Level 2, we open almost as normal. 10:00-19:00 seven days a week.
Serving neighbours while keeping all safe is our priority!
All welcome if you are well, wear a mask, scan our tracing QR, and keep safe distance with others.

We offer a wide range of nice products with fair prices and friendly service.
We select the best ones from thousands and thousands products. If it's not good, not here.
It's good to try different food and find your favourite. We don't know until try.

Keep safe and welcome!

1150 days ago

Council services and facilities at Alert Level 2

Lessi Riccio from Wellington City Council

Under Alert Level 2, most of Council’s services and facilities have returned to normal operations, but contact tracing, mask wearing and some restrictions will be in place to keep staff and the community safe.

To keep everyone safe when visiting any of our facilities or venues under Alert level … View more
Under Alert Level 2, most of Council’s services and facilities have returned to normal operations, but contact tracing, mask wearing and some restrictions will be in place to keep staff and the community safe.

To keep everyone safe when visiting any of our facilities or venues under Alert level 2:

😷 Wear a mask if you are 12 years and over – unless you hold an exemption from the Ministry of Health COVID-19 website. You can remove masks to eat and drink, and when exercising or swimming.

🤳 Scanning or signing in is a condition of entry for all Council facilities and venues. This applies to visitors, contractors and couriers entering our spaces.

↔️ Most sites will need to limit the number of visitors to provide 2-metres social distancing for them – please follow the signs and guidance of our staff.

💛 Please follow the guidance of our staff and signage to keep everyone safe when sharing our spaces.

As the Health Order we are following has not been released by central government, this guidance may be subject to change.

For more information on our services and facilities during Alert Level 2, visit our news channel, Our Wellington: wellington.govt.nz...

#OurWellington #TōTātouPōneke

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1150 days ago

WOW cancelled due to Covid-19

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The World of WearableArt (WOW) show has been cancelled due to Covid-19.
The annual WOW show was earlier postponed, but it was announced on Thursday that the 2021 show will not be running.
The annual WOW show was worth $28 million to the Wellington economy in 2019.

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1154 days ago

Lockdown blues? Why not dance them away? Check out the link to my new playlist!

Michael from Newtown

Greeting fellow humans in lockdown :-)


I am from Miami, Florida, USA, the cutting edge of dance music since the '70's. I love to dance and have have literally enjoyed thousands of hours in clubs across the planet.


Over lockdown, I have compiled some of the best dance music … View more
Greeting fellow humans in lockdown :-)


I am from Miami, Florida, USA, the cutting edge of dance music since the '70's. I love to dance and have have literally enjoyed thousands of hours in clubs across the planet.


Over lockdown, I have compiled some of the best dance music that I have heard into 1 playlist. It has 120 dance tunes, from the '70's to the '90's, with some classic rock included that will get you off your bum. Here it is.


open.spotify.com...


If you enjoy this music, I invite you to come to one of my meetups every Friday at a different bar in Wellington. We always get drink specials until 10:00 and free nibbles. You will have fun though even if you do not drink. For more information, check out these links.


www.meetup.com...


www.meetup.com...


Stay safe and have fun - Michael

1151 days ago

Kilbirnie Red Cross Reopening and 50% off sale!

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie Red Cross has reopened! The team are delighted to serve you!

Given the changing weather, we have a stock clearance of 50% off Clothing, shoes and Manchester.

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