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1502 days ago

What should the council do with Te Aro Park?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A central Wellington park has become a magnet for “anti-social behaviour” with a new report detailing reports of drug dealing, violence, and sexual assault.

The Wellington City Council report, published, found “a consistent level of anti-social behaviour” at Te Aro Park on Wellington’s … View more
A central Wellington park has become a magnet for “anti-social behaviour” with a new report detailing reports of drug dealing, violence, and sexual assault.

The Wellington City Council report, published, found “a consistent level of anti-social behaviour” at Te Aro Park on Wellington’s Golden Mile, which was higher than other central city parks.

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1499 days ago

Bookshelf

Simone from Island Bay

We are selling this bookshelf in good condition. The previous owner had made some small holes on the sides (see photos).

Measurements: 185 X 98 X 30

Pick un in Karaka Bay

Price: $200

1499 days ago

Say goodbye to the big white wall on Normanby St 👋

St Vincent de Paul Society Wellington

Today begins the installation of 'Mind The Balance' by Elise Grangier and James Mitchell.

Winners of the Resene Murals 2020.

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1499 days ago

Holidays are here!

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

We know that our team here at NumberWorks'nWords are looking forward to recharging the batteries over the holidays while preparing for more fun with maths and English in Term 4.
We hope you all have a great break, and have the chance to relax and have some fun with your families!

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1499 days ago

Single mattress for free

Liang from Kilbirnie

Pick up at Kilbirnie plaza
Beside Dan massage.
First come, first serve.
Thanks

Free

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1499 days ago

Big boost for Wellington City Mission

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington City Mission has received a major boost with a $10 million grant.

The Newton based trust has received the grant as part of the Government's "shovel ready" scheme to help with the post Covid-19 recovery. The money will go towards a hub featuring a cafe, community … View more
Wellington City Mission has received a major boost with a $10 million grant.

The Newton based trust has received the grant as part of the Government's "shovel ready" scheme to help with the post Covid-19 recovery. The money will go towards a hub featuring a cafe, community supermarket and accommodation.

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1499 days ago

CPR saves walker who suffered heart attack on popular walk

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Shaun Duseigneur​ died, went to heaven, and then came back to life.
In January, he set off to do the Paekākāriki escarpment track, including he section known as the Stairway to Heaven.
Although he was not feeling well, he did not want to let his partner Chantal Lynch down and decided to push … View more
Shaun Duseigneur​ died, went to heaven, and then came back to life.
In January, he set off to do the Paekākāriki escarpment track, including he section known as the Stairway to Heaven.
Although he was not feeling well, he did not want to let his partner Chantal Lynch down and decided to push on.

Halfway along the track, he suffered a heart attack and stopped breathing. A bystander began doing CPR and after 20 minutes, Duseigneur​ began to breathe for himself.

In Wellington Hospital he was placed in a coma and he needed surgery to put a stent in his heart. He has made a good recovery, although his memory of that day is not good.

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1499 days ago

Help for owners of earthquake prone buildings

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellingtonians of earthquake-prone units can now apply for cheap Government loans to fix their home, but some are already slamming it as “coercive debt”.

From today, owner-occupiers of units and apartments in earthquake-prone buildings can apply for up to $250,000 in low-interest loans.
There … View more
Wellingtonians of earthquake-prone units can now apply for cheap Government loans to fix their home, but some are already slamming it as “coercive debt”.

From today, owner-occupiers of units and apartments in earthquake-prone buildings can apply for up to $250,000 in low-interest loans.
There are still 561 buildings overall, including units and apartments, registered as earthquake prone in Wellington City.

The average cost of earthquake repairs for apartments has been estimated at $500,000.

Minister for Building and Construction Jenny Salesa said the scheme aimed to help owners avoid being forced to sell their home or face “huge financial hardship”.

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1499 days ago

Time to pop in to Upper Hutt and check out Warhol exhibition

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

If you are looking for something to do in the bad weather then check out Andy Warhol's Pop Garden at Expressions Upper Hutt.
It features a dazzling array of flowers in a hall of mirrors, accompanied by rock music.
The exhibition runs until December.

1499 days ago

Simpson Encore 605 Washing Machine - Cheap

Iain from Island Bay

Simpson washing machine. Goes OK if not overloaded. Plastic covers on two switches missing but covered with tape and still working. Any / all offers considered. Pick-up Knoll Street on the flat roadside.

Negotiable

1500 days ago

Carage place

Yahya from Berhampore

Hi everyone
I am after renting a place with one power point. And light.. To keep some stuff. Easy access.. Prefer in Newtown. Island Bay.. Berhampore. Brooklyn... Let me know if you have any. Thanks

1506 days ago

Cutting hair for 50 years

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lance Barnard might be the oldest barber in Wellington.

“It only feels like yesterday that I was the youngest,” Barnard jokes with a client. A fortnight ago Barnard moved from the barber shop on Courtenay Place where he spent the last 40 years cutting hair, to Cuba Barbers on Cuba Street.

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Lance Barnard might be the oldest barber in Wellington.

“It only feels like yesterday that I was the youngest,” Barnard jokes with a client. A fortnight ago Barnard moved from the barber shop on Courtenay Place where he spent the last 40 years cutting hair, to Cuba Barbers on Cuba Street.

Does anybody know if there has been a barber cutting hair longer than Lance.

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1503 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Another easy one this week. Where is it and what are your memories?

Photograph comes courtesy of Graham Stewart and the Woolf Collection

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1500 days ago

SUNDAY SPECIALS

Suraj from Kilbirnie

Sundays are special, make it even more special with our family pack biryani.
Relax your Sunday and feed your cravings by trying our chef special biryani today..
Phone 04-3873338 for orders, we are located on 48 Rongotai Road, Kilbirnie

Negotiable

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1502 days ago

Finally, some rugby!

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

We are finally going to get some rugby to watch. It’s all on Sky Stadium this evening with two epic games of footy. The Wellington Pride kick things off with a clash against Manawatu Cyclones women's at 4:35pm.
Then, the Lions go head-to-head with Bay of Plenty Rugby at 7:35pm. Tickets … View more
We are finally going to get some rugby to watch. It’s all on Sky Stadium this evening with two epic games of footy. The Wellington Pride kick things off with a clash against Manawatu Cyclones women's at 4:35pm.
Then, the Lions go head-to-head with Bay of Plenty Rugby at 7:35pm. Tickets start at $20 for adults and $10 for kids.

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