Northland, Wellington

895 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ivy

Reporter Community News

Meet Ivy, who is looking for a new home.
"Hi there my name is Ivy and I am looking for my forever home. I am a super smart dog so would love a home that is keen on taking me to obedience classes and furthering my training. This is help me become the best companion I know I can be and this also… View more
Meet Ivy, who is looking for a new home.
"Hi there my name is Ivy and I am looking for my forever home. I am a super smart dog so would love a home that is keen on taking me to obedience classes and furthering my training. This is help me become the best companion I know I can be and this also provides me with enrichment. My new home would need to have someone around for most or parts of the day as I am not used to being left alone for long periods. I would love a home with kids that are confident around dogs as I can be a bit bouncy when interacting with people. My new home could have a dog, one that is social and is happy to share their home and people with me. I have yet to be cat tested. I do come with a medical waiver my home family would need to be made aware of. If you think I am the home for you click apply to see if we are a match."

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895 days ago

Bonus Pet of the Day: Bella

Reporter Community News

Julie Bosma from Karori is the proud mum of
"This is a photo of my five year-old retired greyhound Bella in her favourite position on the couch. I have had Bella for three years and she is my second adopted (not rescued) greyhound. Before her I had Harley for 9 years. Greyhounds are perfect … View more
Julie Bosma from Karori is the proud mum of
"This is a photo of my five year-old retired greyhound Bella in her favourite position on the couch. I have had Bella for three years and she is my second adopted (not rescued) greyhound. Before her I had Harley for 9 years. Greyhounds are perfect pets: they are affectionate, don’t smell, are very relaxed and need very little exercise. They are not called couch potatoes for nothing!"
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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895 days ago

Karori Rotary is celebrating 40 years of service

Mark Wood from Rotary Club of Karori

The Rotary Club of Karori is one of 36,754 clubs with 1.2 million members in 220 countries and territories around the world.
Our club was chartered in May 1982. This, our 40th anniversary year, is an opportunity to reflect on, and celebrate, the Club’s many activities and achievements over the … View more
The Rotary Club of Karori is one of 36,754 clubs with 1.2 million members in 220 countries and territories around the world.
Our club was chartered in May 1982. This, our 40th anniversary year, is an opportunity to reflect on, and celebrate, the Club’s many activities and achievements over the years. Here is another such achievement.

1999 – 2007: Zealandia
A cornerstone of forest regeneration in Wellington, this fenced wildlife sanctuary in Karori is centred on what was once the city’s water reservoir. Beginning in 1999, Karori Rotary initiated a fundraising project to sell the naming rights for fence posts for the 8.6-kilometre, predator-proof fence - the first stage towards restoring an area of native forest and biodiversity.
This fence post initiative raised nearly $300,000.
Then, in 2003, our Club, in collaboration with all the other Rotary clubs in Wellington, embarked on the ambitious Discovery Area Project, an interpretation and display of the old upper dam construction site, which had been a hive of activity from its inception in 1906. The Discovery Area incorporates historic relics such as rails, bogeys and skips, a replica single-men’s hut, interpretation signage, and a gantry tower, similar to that used during dam construction, which now provides commanding views over much of the sanctuary.
Rotary raised close to $200,000 to meet the total cost of the Discovery Area, which was completed in 2007.
One of our major fundraising efforts was the very successful annual “Gutbuster” race around the boundary fence, for both runners and walkers, which ran for a number of years. Many club members participated and others helped manage the event, both in planning and ‘on the day’. These races also contributed funds for the development of an education centre for school groups.

If you’d like to learn more about Rotary and the personal satisfaction and growth that comes from serving others, please contact Andrea Skews, E andrea.skews@gmail.com, M 022 073 5548 or Phil Oliver, E phil@praxissoftware.co.nz, M021 292 7001.

Pics:
The ‘hidden valley’, future site of Zealandia.
Working bee at the Discovery Area.
Gutbuster competitors leaving the start line at Ben Burn Park.

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896 days ago

Underfloor insulation

John from Karori

Hi Neighbours
Does any one have any spare or offcut underfloor insulation material to sell or give away? We are renting out our own house but have been told by the property manager that the storage of laundry room on level one need add insulation to be compliance with the new tendency law....i … View more
Hi Neighbours
Does any one have any spare or offcut underfloor insulation material to sell or give away? We are renting out our own house but have been told by the property manager that the storage of laundry room on level one need add insulation to be compliance with the new tendency law....i dont think it is actually a subfloor at all as it is the floor between level one and two. Its only around 2 square metre and hardly any professional installer will be interested in the job so we plan to do it ourselves but have difficulty in getting the insulation material. We prefer polyester blanket (mammoth or greenstuff) to match the rest of the house. Any help or advise?

895 days ago

Annual Report 2021-22

SSO Jono Ashman from Wellington Operational Support

I was pleased to present at our AGM the 123rd Annual Report for the
year ended 31st March 2022.

Senior Station Officer Jono Ashman
Officer in Charge

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895 days ago

Baby gate

Eva from Wadestown

this gate works well over stairs, doorways, and has an extension so can fence an open french door.

Price: $40

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895 days ago

Volleyball - Are you interested in forming a group in Karori?

Christina from Karori

Kia Ora,

I’m keen to start a volleyball group in Karori - at the recreation centre. Fun and a bit competitive, total beginners and beyond. Is there any interest out there??? Could be a woman’s group, mixed… The only social volleyball is at Wellington college, and it would be nice to have … View more
Kia Ora,

I’m keen to start a volleyball group in Karori - at the recreation centre. Fun and a bit competitive, total beginners and beyond. Is there any interest out there??? Could be a woman’s group, mixed… The only social volleyball is at Wellington college, and it would be nice to have something closer.

895 days ago

How to Clean Your Washing Machine

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

Dirt, mould, and other grimy residue can build up inside your washer over time. Learn how to clean a washing machine, including front-loading and top-loading machines, to get your laundry as clean as possible.
Your washing machine’s main job is to clean your clothes, but did you know you should … View more
Dirt, mould, and other grimy residue can build up inside your washer over time. Learn how to clean a washing machine, including front-loading and top-loading machines, to get your laundry as clean as possible.
Your washing machine’s main job is to clean your clothes, but did you know you should clean your washing machine at least once a month? With just a few supplies you can easily clean your washing machine to keep it looking and smelling like new.

The dirt that disappears from your clothes, towels, and sheets has to go somewhere, which means grime can build up inside your washing machine over time. Without regular cleaning, the appliance might also harbour leftover detergent, hard-water deposits, and mould or mildew around the lid. This can leave a residue on laundry or cause items to emerge from the wash with a funky smell. To ensure your freshly washed clothes and linens are as clean as possible, follow these steps on how to clean a washing machine once a month. These instructions work for cleaning front-loading and top-loading washing machines, but there are a few special considerations for both types.

If your washing machine has a self-clean function, choose that cycle and follow the manufacturer's instructions to clean the inside of the machine. Otherwise, you can use this simple, three-step process to eliminate build-up in washing machine hoses and pipes and ensure your clothes stay fresh and clean.

Step 1: Run a Hot Cycle with Vinegar
Run an empty, regular cycle on hot, using two cups of white vinegar instead of detergent. Add the vinegar to the detergent dispenser. (Don't worry about harming your machine, as white vinegar will not damage clothes.) The hot water-vinegar combo removes and prevents bacteria growth. Vinegar can also act as a deodorizer and cut through mildew odours.

Step 2: Scrub the Inside and Outside of the Washing Machine
In a bucket or nearby sink, mix about 1/4 cup vinegar with a quart of warm water. Use this mixture, plus a sponge and dedicated toothbrush, to clean the inside of the machine. Pay special attention to dispensers for fabric softener or soap, the inside of the door, and around the door opening. If your soap dispenser is removable, soak it in the vinegar water before scrubbing. Give the machine's exterior a wipe down, too.

Step 3: Run a Second Hot Cycle
Run one more empty, regular cycle on hot, without detergent or vinegar. If desired, add 1/2 cup baking soda to the drum to help clear away build-up loosened from the first cycle. After the cycle is complete, wipe out the inside of the drum with a microfiber cloth to remove any remaining residue.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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895 days ago

Zip Tawa Massive Annual Sale.

ZIP Plumbing

Don’t miss Zip Tawa’s MASSIVE Annual Sale, this Friday 17th Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June only.

Get leading bathroom brands and HUGE Annual Sale savings!

Baths, showers, tapware, toilets, and accessories with up to 60% off, including complete bathroom packages from $1599.

Zip it … View more
Don’t miss Zip Tawa’s MASSIVE Annual Sale, this Friday 17th Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June only.

Get leading bathroom brands and HUGE Annual Sale savings!

Baths, showers, tapware, toilets, and accessories with up to 60% off, including complete bathroom packages from $1599.

Zip it up in style with leading bathroom brands, at Zip Tawa’s MASSIVE Annual Sale, Friday 17th Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June.

Zip Tawa 95-97 Main Road, Tawa.
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900 days ago

Spring painting season, booking now

Alta Painters Interiors from Alta Painters

Plan ahead to get your house re-paint ready for the Spring/Summer season. We are now booking for mid-August-September onwards. If this is something you have in mind, please get in touch for a free quote. Locally owned and operated.
altapaintersnz@gmail.com
Call us on 0211004950 / Instagram … View more
Plan ahead to get your house re-paint ready for the Spring/Summer season. We are now booking for mid-August-September onwards. If this is something you have in mind, please get in touch for a free quote. Locally owned and operated.
altapaintersnz@gmail.com
Call us on 0211004950 / Instagram @altapainters
www.altapainters.co.nz...

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896 days ago

NZ’s sweetest spots to live revealed

Sweet Spots

Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning … View more
Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.

There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you. Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
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897 days ago

Berhampore - 2022 Sweet Spots winner

Sweet Spots

Did you know Berhampore is one of the sweetest spots to live in NZ?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022, and Berhampore is a winner!

You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.

If … View more
Did you know Berhampore is one of the sweetest spots to live in NZ?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022, and Berhampore is a winner!

You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.

If it’s time for a change, why not check out the Sweet Spots interactive tool to find your next perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you.
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897 days ago

Give Your Region Your Voice

Greater Wellington Regional Council

Give your voice to your community and stand for Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Local elections are happening soon and becoming a Greater Wellington regional councillor is a great way to help shape the region’s future.

Find out how you can give your voice on issues that matter to your … View more
Give your voice to your community and stand for Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Local elections are happening soon and becoming a Greater Wellington regional councillor is a great way to help shape the region’s future.

Find out how you can give your voice on issues that matter to your community by clicking here.
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898 days ago

Pilates

Sue from Karori

Is it time for your to learn Pilates? Do you wake up with a cranky body? Maybe your knees aren’t what they used to be! Or perhaps you might just want to achieve better flexibility and strength. Does your pelvic floor need some attention? Pilates can help you build pelvic floor awareness , … View moreIs it time for your to learn Pilates? Do you wake up with a cranky body? Maybe your knees aren’t what they used to be! Or perhaps you might just want to achieve better flexibility and strength. Does your pelvic floor need some attention? Pilates can help you build pelvic floor awareness , strength and connections in your body. Or maybe you might just want to know how to use that foam roller catching dust in your back room!
I have a couple of time slots available for private and duos are held at my boutique studio which is located in Kelburn . I work with mat, reformer, chair and small props to tailor a class just for you! To find out more or book a session please call me on 0277128434

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898 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a high-spec, near new family home in Hutt Central. This five-bedroom beauty has all the bells and whistles, and is for sale through Hannah Kilgariff and Dianne Cummings from Cummings, Kilgariff and Co. Read more about it on page 3 in today's edition of Homed!… View moreOur House of the Week this week is a high-spec, near new family home in Hutt Central. This five-bedroom beauty has all the bells and whistles, and is for sale through Hannah Kilgariff and Dianne Cummings from Cummings, Kilgariff and Co. Read more about it on page 3 in today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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