Newtown, Wellington

1652 days ago

Your wellbeing is our priority

Rita Angus Retirement Village

That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained … View more
That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained whilst we navigate these new times. Grab a cuppa and enjoy.

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1653 days ago

Free MAC and IT Support

Amar from Miramar

Hi All
If anyone needs free IT / MAC remote support or technical advise. Please call me 0210620745.
Cheers

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1653 days ago

We’re now at Alert Level 4. Stay home. Save lives.

New Zealand Government

Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other… View more
Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other home supplies.

ALL THE TIME, NO EXCEPTIONS
It’s incredibly important that we all follow the Level 4 plan, all the time. No exceptions. Because doing so will save lives.

A CHALLENGE FOR EVERYONE
We realise these are big changes. But these are challenging times.
If we don't all stay home, the whole country will need Level 4 restrictions for longer.

SUPPORT OUR EMERGENCY SERVICE PEOPLE
We owe it to the essential services. Our nurses, doctors and everyone else on the frontline. They’re working tirelessly to save lives. We should all do everything in our power to help them do this.
Thank you to each and every person, for doing their bit.

While you’re staying at home:

STAY CONNECTED
• Don’t let physical distance stop you staying connected. Keep in touch with people using video calls, phone calls, chat and texting.
• If you know people who are living alone, vulnerable, or separated from their loved ones, regularly check-in with them.

STAY WELL
• Continue to practice good hygiene – wash your hands with soap. Then dry.
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
• Regularly clean surfaces in your home with disinfectant.
• Keep up regular physical exercise, and get some fresh air when possible. It’s good so long as this is solitary, or only with those you live with.

REACH OUT
If you need advice, support or help, try reaching out to friends, family, whānau or workmates.

WE'RE UPDATING INFORMATION CONSTANTLY
For all the latest advice, including answers to your health and financial questions, go to Covid19.govt.nz.

And remember: what you do now, will help protect all of us.
Find out more

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1653 days ago

Makara Peak Mountain Bike Park

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Following the announcement to move the country to Alert Level 4, we have made a decision to close Makara Peak Mountain Bike Park.
This is to keep our communities safe. As per the Government’s advice you can still visit our other parks and reserves to exercise and enjoy nature as long as you are … View more
Following the announcement to move the country to Alert Level 4, we have made a decision to close Makara Peak Mountain Bike Park.
This is to keep our communities safe. As per the Government’s advice you can still visit our other parks and reserves to exercise and enjoy nature as long as you are alone or with those you are self isolating with.
Remember to stay close to home and keep 2m apart from others.
Stay safe, stay kind, stay home.
#kiakahawellington

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1653 days ago

How to flip your perspective and stay happy during your lockdown

Silke from Heart for Art

I've been through a few tough trials in my life and learnt that one of the best ways to get through is to flip your perspective and focus on the benefits of a situation rather than the negatives.
With the NZ lockdown there'll be loads of stuff we can't do anymore. But when we … View more
I've been through a few tough trials in my life and learnt that one of the best ways to get through is to flip your perspective and focus on the benefits of a situation rather than the negatives.
With the NZ lockdown there'll be loads of stuff we can't do anymore. But when we 'flip it' there’ll been tonnes of stuff we can now do that wasn’t possible before. Like having time to learn a new skill, (like painting 🎨), catching up on DIY projects, sleep-ins yay, more time with the kids, slow romantic walks (2m from anyone else) with your loved one, etc.

Take a moment to think about it … what are some things you’ll be able to do now? 

#Arohanui #happylockdowneveryone #stayhome #staysafe #strongertogether

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1653 days ago

Washing your hands like your Mum taught you is not the way to kill the virus.

Michael from Newtown

We repeatedly hear that continuously washing our hands is essential to staying healthy. But, how should you wash your hands? Like you usually do? The New York Times says that will not do it. Please read the following article and watch the video. www.nytimes.com...


Stay safe and help your … View more
We repeatedly hear that continuously washing our hands is essential to staying healthy. But, how should you wash your hands? Like you usually do? The New York Times says that will not do it. Please read the following article and watch the video. www.nytimes.com...


Stay safe and help your neighbors - Michael

1653 days ago

Level 4 lockdown begins tonight...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

As of tonight at 11:59pm New Zealand will move to a Level 4 alert in response to the #COVID19 pandemic. It will put the entire country on lockdown for four weeks. Here’s what that will mean for us moving forward:

1653 days ago

A message to our Adventurous Seniors

The Team from Readers Tours

There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and … View more
There is a reason Readers Tours attract ‘Adventurous Seniors’.

Our itineraries are bold and colourful, so are our tour guides.
We drive scenic roads and coastal highway and have luxury accommodation waiting after a big day. We offer excursions such as Helicopter rides and guided walks and have everything organised down to the last meal, with free newspapers for a spot of reading or challenging sudoku.

We are passionate about bringing like-minded individuals together to explore this beautiful landscape we call our backyard and are ready to go full steam ahead with our next tour the moment it is safe to do so.

For now, we will continue to bring you stunning photography, travel stories and helpful tips during these unprecedented times.

Our team remains dedicated to helping you, so please pick up the phone or fill out our contact form and we will be in touch. We look forward to you joining us and experiencing New Zealand like never before.

www.readerstours.co.nz... | 0800 0800 99

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1653 days ago

We're still here for you, even if it isn't in person

Ione Slater from Cancer Society NZ - Wellington Division

If you or someone you know is affected by cancer and needs information, advice, or counselling, we can help. In this uncertain time, you can still count on these services:

💛Contact our Cancer Information Helpline: Call free on 0800 CANCER (226 237) to talk to one of our friendly nurses who can … View more
If you or someone you know is affected by cancer and needs information, advice, or counselling, we can help. In this uncertain time, you can still count on these services:

💛Contact our Cancer Information Helpline: Call free on 0800 CANCER (226 237) to talk to one of our friendly nurses who can provide you with information or advice over the phone. Or you can email a nurse at info@cancersoc.org.nz.

💛 Talk to a counsellor: a problem shared is a problem halved. We have counsellors who can support you via telecommunications. Call 0800 CANCER (226 237) to arrange an appointment or email a nurse at info@cancersoc.org.nz. They can connect you to a counsellor.

💛Connect to our online community: www.cancerchatnz.org.nz... is a safe and supportive place to chat, share experiences and get further information.

💛 Take a look at our website to view and download any of our online publications.

For updates on COVID-19 for people affected by cancer, visit:
bit.ly...

Please remember to look after yourself and look after others. Kia kaha.

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1653 days ago

COVID-19 Non-Compliance Report

Crimestoppers New Zealand

In support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.

The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to self-isolation … View more
In support of the whole of government response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19), Crimestoppers has developed a reporting process for both the 0800 555 111 and www.crimestoppers... portals.

The anonymous foundation for all our reports remains if required, and all reports that relate to self-isolation breaches, illegal outdoor gatherings or similar, will be immediately forwarded to the appropriate authorities.

Report here: www.crimestoppers-nz.org...

Crimeline reports do not replace your option to ring police directly on 111 or 105 or your ability to advise the MOH through the NHCCselfisolation@health.govt.nz email address.

Keep safe.
Crimestoppers NZ

0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers...
#covid19 #nz #newzealand #uniteagainstcovid19 #crimestoppers

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1654 days ago

Do you want my feline company during lock down?

Sue from Newtown

Hi, my name is Shoga and I’m a 4 yr old calico speyed female. Now here’s the rub. My bipeds went and brought in a new rescue dog a few months ago and I just cannot abide him. I tend to stay a lot in the bedroom and one of the bipeds has an allergy. The allergy is OK when I spread myself … View moreHi, my name is Shoga and I’m a 4 yr old calico speyed female. Now here’s the rub. My bipeds went and brought in a new rescue dog a few months ago and I just cannot abide him. I tend to stay a lot in the bedroom and one of the bipeds has an allergy. The allergy is OK when I spread myself around but not when I chill out in the bedroom so much. I just cannot seem to change even though they have cajoled and kept me out of the bedroom, I just wanna get away from that dog!
So, here I go, it’s time for me to sack the bipeds and find someone else. Here is my ideal candidate/s
• You don’t have any other pets in your home cause I just don’t like the competition
• If you have children they are like 10 plus as I’ll be quite afraid of smaller children

• You will spend the time getting to know me as I’ll be nervous for a bit until I get to know you and your home. You better like me in your bedroom cause I do like spending time with you there. When you know me I am playful, cuddly and quirky• On the plus side, my bipeds have 6 weeks of high quality food for me and a whole bunch of bedding, toys and stuff like that.
What do you do? Contact my bipeds via Neighbourly

1654 days ago

Knitting Wool Wanted

Ben from Newtown

Do you have spare Knitting wool you can donate? Vinnies Knit-Your-Bit is in need of wool for people who have kindly offered to knit/crochet sqaures for blankets. All blankets will be donated to our most vulnerable people (children & elderly suffering the winter condition without heat). We … View moreDo you have spare Knitting wool you can donate? Vinnies Knit-Your-Bit is in need of wool for people who have kindly offered to knit/crochet sqaures for blankets. All blankets will be donated to our most vulnerable people (children & elderly suffering the winter condition without heat). We appreciate any help you can offer.

Free

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1654 days ago

Bike

Lynette from Melrose

Hi all.. I had my road bike stolen from my porch a wee while ago and was so attached to it that I never got around to replacing it... I'm regretting that now, with all this time on my hands I'd love to be able to go for a ride round the peninsula... if anyone has a bike not being used … View moreHi all.. I had my road bike stolen from my porch a wee while ago and was so attached to it that I never got around to replacing it... I'm regretting that now, with all this time on my hands I'd love to be able to go for a ride round the peninsula... if anyone has a bike not being used currently I would dearly love to borrow or purchase it

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