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1329 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner … View moreWe have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1330 days ago

Breville waffle maker

Giulia from Newtown

Perfect for Sunday brunch and lazy Saturday mornings - or waffle nights! Super easy to use and to clean. Great conditions, only selling as I'm downsizing.
Pick up Kilbirnie.
Cheers!

Price: $30

1330 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

An easy one this week. What is going on here?

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1330 days ago

Calvin & Hobbes 10th Anniversary Book

Giulia from Newtown

CUTEEE
Read once hehe.
Makes a great present (to yourself)!
Pick up Kilbirnie.
Cheers!

Price: $20

1330 days ago

All Birds size US 9

Giulia from Newtown

Still lots of wear left in these babies <3
Great conditions, still super comfortable.
Size US 9.
Pick up Kilbirnie.
Cheers!

Price: $40

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1330 days ago

Scooter wanted

Gavin from Island Bay

Looking for a push scooter to suit teen or adult. Thanks

1331 days ago

Poll: Do you support the council underwriting WOW?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The World of WearableArt (WOW) will remain in Wellington for at least the next five years after Wellington City Council agreed to underwrite this year’s event.

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Do you support the council underwriting WOW?
  • 26.2% Yes, it is vital for the city
    26.2% Complete
  • 69.5% Nope, fix the pipes first
    69.5% Complete
  • 4.3% Not sure, who cares
    4.3% Complete
141 votes
1331 days ago

Pomare Tongan tapa cloth exhibition at Te Papa

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Meet the proud tapa cloth maker, Kaufo’ou Taulata.
She is part of a Hutt Valley-based group of women who are reviving the process of making tapa cloth, their work is this week on display at Te Papa.
Taulata is part of a group of women who call themselves Akomai Heritage. They gather together to … View more
Meet the proud tapa cloth maker, Kaufo’ou Taulata.
She is part of a Hutt Valley-based group of women who are reviving the process of making tapa cloth, their work is this week on display at Te Papa.
Taulata is part of a group of women who call themselves Akomai Heritage. They gather together to learn from each other and cultivate Tongan culture by making koloa (cultural treasures).
The exhibition runs to Sunday, February 14, Level 4 Toi Art. Akomai Heritage will host a public demonstrations on Saturday, February 13, 11am.

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1337 days ago

David Jones to close in June 2022

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Flagship Wellington department store David Jones is to close.
The flagship store, which opened on Lambton Quay in the heart of the city’s Golden Mile in July 2016, told its employees on Wednesday that the business will shut its doors.
A statement from the company on Wednesday said it was looking … View more
Flagship Wellington department store David Jones is to close.
The flagship store, which opened on Lambton Quay in the heart of the city’s Golden Mile in July 2016, told its employees on Wednesday that the business will shut its doors.
A statement from the company on Wednesday said it was looking forward to introducing David Jones online to all customers in the second half of 2022, closely following the Wellington store closure.

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1332 days ago
1336 days ago

FOUND CAT

Kirihika from Island Bay

Does anyone recognise this cat.
Is microchipped to a home on Medway but has been found on High St, has been there for the past few months.

1337 days ago

Captain Tom Moore dies at 100

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

I would not normally post something like this on Neighbourly but I think we can all agree that the death of Captain Tom Moore is sad news.
What can we learn from his death and selfless actions?

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1333 days ago

Piano & stool

Rae from Hataitai

Free to a good home. New owner must arrange pick up and transport. Approximately 60 years old but has not been played recently. Great for children starting out in the wonderful world of music.

Free

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1333 days ago

Hunger for Colour - swap and save!

Resene

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a … View more
Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you donate a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Find out more

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1334 days ago

Fresh Lychee on sale!

Naichao from Oriental Pantry

Dear Neighbours,

Fresh Australian Lychee has just arrived.

Now is only $30 per KG, and $138 per box (5KG).

Please visit one of our stores and check it.
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Dear Neighbours,

Fresh Australian Lychee has just arrived.

Now is only $30 per KG, and $138 per box (5KG).

Please visit one of our stores and check it.

123 Willis St, Te Aro, Wellington
3 Hillary Court, Naenae, Lower Hutt

Cheers!

Price: $30

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