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New lottery, new home

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148 days ago

Time for a clear-out?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's … View more
Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's time to realise that you're never going to use that snowboard or ski jacket, and that you really do have one too many heaters. Whatever it is, take a picture and put it on Neighbourly for locals to see.
List an item now

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148 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
Sabres fresh & frozen ready meals
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake

Product recalls:
Farmers brand girls jockey singlet
Vitamix container and blade bases
Crocs Jibbitz
Digital Notepads
City Beach novelty light
LED strip light
Hansa Chipper
Kawasaki Spartan mower

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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150 days ago

Concert at Inverlochy House this Sunday!

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Finish your week with live classical music at Inverlochy Art School!

This Sunday, we are proud to present Wellington Wind Qunitet, Spitfires.

Spitfire play accessible classical music, and their performance at Inverlochy will give the opportunity to get up-close and to performers in the cosy … View more
Finish your week with live classical music at Inverlochy Art School!

This Sunday, we are proud to present Wellington Wind Qunitet, Spitfires.

Spitfire play accessible classical music, and their performance at Inverlochy will give the opportunity to get up-close and to performers in the cosy environment of our beautiful historical house.

Sunday 30 June, 5-6 pm, tickets $10 and for sale at our website or on the door.

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151 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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151 days ago

TIP: Textured wallpaper not your thing?

Julie from Restyled spaces NZ

TIP: Textured wallpaper not your thing?
Styling a room to suit makes dated textured wallpaper stand out less and become just part of the room.
Buying or selling a house, or just renting it? The styling can make a big difference to how you feel about the decor in the various rooms.

151 days ago

Teens Drawing for Wellness workshop

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Interactive Drawing Facilitator, Lara Phillips, is joining us this school holidays to run a special Drawing for Wellness workshop for teens!

This workshop’s theme is ‘Listening to self’. Helping teens to listen to their own voice to support themselves.

Tuesday 16 July, 11 am - 12:30 … View more
Interactive Drawing Facilitator, Lara Phillips, is joining us this school holidays to run a special Drawing for Wellness workshop for teens!

This workshop’s theme is ‘Listening to self’. Helping teens to listen to their own voice to support themselves.

Tuesday 16 July, 11 am - 12:30 pm.

Book at inverlochy.org.nz

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151 days ago

Drawing for Wellness workshop for Teens

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Interactive Drawing Facilitator, Lara Phillips, is joining us this school holidays to run a special Drawing for Wellness workshop for teens!

This workshop’s theme is ‘Listening to self’. Helping teens to listen to their own voice to support themselves.

Tuesday 16 July, 11 am - 12:30 … View more
Interactive Drawing Facilitator, Lara Phillips, is joining us this school holidays to run a special Drawing for Wellness workshop for teens!

This workshop’s theme is ‘Listening to self’. Helping teens to listen to their own voice to support themselves.

Tuesday 16 July, 11 am - 12:30 pm.

Book at inverlochy.org.nz

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151 days ago

Residents ‘dig’ Ryman’s Trees for Fees initiative

Rita Angus Retirement Village

With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with … View more
With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with Trees for Survival Charitable Trust to achieve this goal.

Click read more for the full story.

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159 days ago

Do you volunteer or know someone who does?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all … View more
It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all appreciate them for the great work that they do!

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152 days ago

Weekly special

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Please visit our store at
123 Willis St, Te Aro, Wellington

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153 days ago

New Lottery, New Home

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the charming coastal town of Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in the charming coastal town of Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

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154 days ago

Mahi Aroha Awards

Volunteer Wellington

Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko hosted the Mahi Aroha Awards 2024 on Thursday 20th June celebrating volunteers in the Wellington Region. The Mahi Aroha Awards are an opportunity honour the collective energies and mana of volunteers and the contributions they make to our communities.

There … View more
Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko hosted the Mahi Aroha Awards 2024 on Thursday 20th June celebrating volunteers in the Wellington Region. The Mahi Aroha Awards are an opportunity honour the collective energies and mana of volunteers and the contributions they make to our communities.

There were over 80 outstanding nominations this year for three award categories presented by the Honourable Louise Upston, Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector.

Congratulations to the 2024 Mahi Aroha Award recipients:

⭐ Mitre10 MEGA Volunteer of the Year Winner – Juliet Clare from Lower Hutt Foodbank.

⭐ Mitre10 MEGA Volunteer of the Year Runner up – Tui Davies from Youthline Wellington.

⭐ Volunteer of the Year Highly commended – Corban Plester from Mountain to Sea Wellington.

⭐ Volunteer of the Year Highly commended – Harita Gandhi from National Council of Women NZ and Wellington Indian Association.

⭐ LEAD Team Governance Winner – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Aotearoa / Tu mate Tuatea, me te mate Pōuri o Aotearoa.

⭐ LEAD Team Governance Runner up – Vogelmorn Community Group.

⭐ Employee Volunteer Community Team Winner – Salesforce and House of Science (Wellington Branch).

⭐ Employee Volunteer Team Runner up – Spencers and Kaibosh.

The awards were supported by Mitre 10 MEGA Wellington and LEAD Centre for Not for Profit Governance & Leadership.

Gail Marshall, Volunteer of the Year 2023, spoke about co-founding the Community Comms Collective and the impact of their mahi supporting the community sector.

The Kapa Haka group from Karori Normal School gave a wonderful performance which the guests thoroughly enjoyed.

The Hon Louise Upston Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector was a speaker and presented the awards:

“As we look to the future, I want to confirm this Government’s commitment to seeking ways to enable communities to thrive and be at the forefront of their own successes. This will best happen when community, government and business work together for aligned outcomes that strengthen our society.

Your dedication to your communities is inspiring, and your efforts do not go unnoticed. Whether it's organising events, implementing projects, or advocating for change, your tireless contributions make a real difference in the lives of those around you.”

Pictured: Volunteer of the year Winner Juliet Clare from Lower Hutt Food Bank with Jeremy Prentice Mitre10 MEGA and Honourable Louise Upston Minister for the Community and Voluntary Sector

Photo Credit – Broadmedia www.broadmedia.co.nz...

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154 days ago

Spice up your winter

Rita Angus Retirement Village

When it’s cold outside, there's nothing quite like being inside the cosy warmth of a kitchen infused with the aroma of spices. But did you know that beyond their aromatic allure, these spices harbour a treasure trove of health benefits?

From the fiery kick of chilli to the sweet warmth of… View more
When it’s cold outside, there's nothing quite like being inside the cosy warmth of a kitchen infused with the aroma of spices. But did you know that beyond their aromatic allure, these spices harbour a treasure trove of health benefits?

From the fiery kick of chilli to the sweet warmth of cinnamon, each spice brings not only flavour but also a host of nutrients and healing properties to our winter dishes. So, whether you're sipping on mulled wine, indulging in gingerbread, or savouring a hearty stew, every bite promises to not just please your palate but also contribute to your overall wellbeing.

Click read more for the full story.

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155 days ago

Student exhibition at Inverlochy Art School

Cheryl Corrado from Inverlochy Art School

Open Today!

Inverlochy Exhibitions are proud to present In The Garden (Summer to Autumn); an exhibition of paintings by Inverlochy Art School Students.

Paintings are collectively from classes Get Up Get Painting and Keep On Painting, tutored by Christine Gregory; and capture the diverse range… View more
Open Today!

Inverlochy Exhibitions are proud to present In The Garden (Summer to Autumn); an exhibition of paintings by Inverlochy Art School Students.

Paintings are collectively from classes Get Up Get Painting and Keep On Painting, tutored by Christine Gregory; and capture the diverse range of styles and perspectives of the dedicated students of these classes.

Our gallery space is situated in the foyer and library of historic Inverlochy House. Artwork is for sale and open weekdays from 10 am - 2 pm.

Artwork by Jocelyn Yip.

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155 days ago

Baby food maker

Aileen from Melrose

Used once, family was on the move, so now selling. Message me for details, pick up Melrose or can deliver if in nearby suburbs

Price: $200

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