Oriental Bay, Wellington

2814 days ago

WIN a central heating package!

The Gas Hub

Can your home connect natural gas for FREE?
Head to The Gas Hub to find out and be in to WIN a central heating package.

This could be the start of a whole new level of comfort for your home.
Find out more!

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2814 days ago

Want a power free sewage treatment system?

NaturalFlow

Nature is one huge recycling mechanism, and the ‘NaturalFlow System’ works with ‘Nature’ by harnessing these forces, that have been quietly working together for thousands of years to break down and decompose waste all around us.

Positioning them in an enclosed eco-system that simulates … View more
Nature is one huge recycling mechanism, and the ‘NaturalFlow System’ works with ‘Nature’ by harnessing these forces, that have been quietly working together for thousands of years to break down and decompose waste all around us.

Positioning them in an enclosed eco-system that simulates the forest floor, to treat and break down your wastewater until it is perfectly safe to be re-introduced into the environment, via the soil, and of course – ‘Nature’ does all this, for you, for FREE!

Waterflow NZ Ltd has professional Installers that cover every region of New Zealand, contact us to find out the closest one to you.
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2816 days ago

What doesn't belong in the wastewater network

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

You know what doesn't belong in the wastewater network? A giant orange cone! And yet...

This cone was found blocking one of the wastewater pump stations in Porirua's CBD last week.

Not too sure how it got there... But our team managed to clear it from the pump station before any … View more
You know what doesn't belong in the wastewater network? A giant orange cone! And yet...

This cone was found blocking one of the wastewater pump stations in Porirua's CBD last week.

Not too sure how it got there... But our team managed to clear it from the pump station before any major damage was done. ?

In the past we've also found a pair of jeans, shampoo bottles, kids (and adults) toys, money, cellphones, pagers, and A LOT of wetwipes!

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2815 days ago

Rowena’s

Moira from Mount Victoria

Does anyone know who bought Rowena’s, the back packers off Brougham street? Just interested as we live close and wonder if it will be replaced with multiple townhouses or something else that might impact on the neighbourhood.

2815 days ago

Fun for families!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our regional parks are filled with family day- out activities, from walks to bikes rides and seeing farm animals – they’re fun and free. We want to know what activities you like best and what more we should do or provide so your family can have fun in our parks? Have your say at … View moreOur regional parks are filled with family day- out activities, from walks to bikes rides and seeing farm animals – they’re fun and free. We want to know what activities you like best and what more we should do or provide so your family can have fun in our parks? Have your say at www.surveymonkey.com...

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2815 days ago

No payments, but the power stayed on: 'Why was Mum allowed to rack up a $12,000 bill?'

Annie Bannister from Utilities Disputes

One of the most common complaints we receive is an issue with a power bill. Contact Utilities Disputes if you have an unresolved issue with your electricity or gas provider. We are free to consumers. 0800 22 33 40 or info@utilitiesdisputes.co.nz or www.utilitiesdisputes.co.nz...

2815 days ago

Find your potential with a BA

Massey University

Future proof yourself. Learn to always be thinking one step ahead so that you can thrive with change. Enrol in a Bachelor of Arts at Massey today and build the skills that employers are demanding. Find out more

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2815 days ago

Brahms & Tchaikovsky

New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

This will be a night to remember.

Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the … View more
This will be a night to remember.

Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the world Premiere of Gareth Farr’s latest composition He iwi tahi tātou. This latest composition continues our Landfall commission series which commemorate the 250th anniversary in 2019 of Captain James Cook’s arrival in New Zealand.

Sat 23 Jun 7.30pm
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington
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2816 days ago

New heating costs could lead to overcrowding

Nice Place Property Management Ltd

“If rental prices don't increase, but the costs increase, we're going to see fewer people being able to provide rental properties and are going to get a lack of supply.” Andrew King, NZ Property Investors Federation.

In the current shape of the housing market, is putting extra … View more
“If rental prices don't increase, but the costs increase, we're going to see fewer people being able to provide rental properties and are going to get a lack of supply.” Andrew King, NZ Property Investors Federation.

In the current shape of the housing market, is putting extra costs on top going to help?

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2816 days ago

Glasses in need of a refresh?

Visique CapitalEyes

Your new glasses come with a $30 book voucher for your local bookstore until 30 June.
So don't miss out, visit your nearest Capital Eyes at Manners, Karori or Petone and you could be curling up with a book and new frames!

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2816 days ago

Become a volunteer and create change in your community

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support … View more
It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – the list is endless.

If you're interested in volunteering please check out the link below to find out about the different ways you can volunteer:

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

National Volunteer Week (17 - 23 June). The NVW 2018 theme: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.


#NVW2018

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2816 days ago

Customer complains about $7000 power bill

Annie Bannister from Utilities Disputes

Issues with power bills are among the most common complaints to Utilities Disputes. Contact our free and independent service if you have an unresolved issue with your electricity or gas provider: 0800 22 33 40 or info@utilitiesdisputes.co.nz or www.utilitiesdisputes.co.nz...

2816 days ago

Sweet box's seasonal surprise

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Some of the best scents in the garden are to be found in midwinter, usually from the likes of wintersweet and daphne.
But one highly fragrant and useful-for-so-many-purposes little shrub has slipped under the radar for far too long, says our Wairarapa columnist Kerry Carman.

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2816 days ago

Today is Brew Monday

Jo Leahy from Samaritans of Wellington Incorporated

Samaritans is turning Blue Monday into Brew Monday, by encouraging people to get together for a cup of tea and a chat. Brew Monday is a great way to connect with people and improve your mental health. Samaritans volunteers will be giving out free tea bags at Wellington Railway Station this … View moreSamaritans is turning Blue Monday into Brew Monday, by encouraging people to get together for a cup of tea and a chat. Brew Monday is a great way to connect with people and improve your mental health. Samaritans volunteers will be giving out free tea bags at Wellington Railway Station this morning encouraging us all to get together for a supportive brew and to support Samaritans life-saving helpline service. To support Samaritans text HOPE to 5785 to donate $3 or get together with friends or work colleagues for a cuppa and share your moment on social media using the hashtag #NZBrewMonday.

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2823 days ago

OPEN LETTER SENT TO COUNCILL MEMBERS ABOUT THE REVIEW OF SERVICE MODEL AND FUNDING FOR WELLINGTON CAB'S

Neville from Hataitai

No doubt you have been made aware of the anger, frustration and confusion that many Wellingtonians have towards you and Council staffers who are proposing to close the Wellington CAB's. National and local news-media together with social media have fully amplified the real concerns.

The … View more
No doubt you have been made aware of the anger, frustration and confusion that many Wellingtonians have towards you and Council staffers who are proposing to close the Wellington CAB's. National and local news-media together with social media have fully amplified the real concerns.

The "guts" of the issue is outlined in the paragraph below-note the last three lines "If it aint broke-don't fix it"



The Council's Grants Sub-Committee recommended on 31 May that CAB be allocated funding of $103,500 "as a one-off six-month grant to provide an opportunity for WELCAB to redefine the way it delivers services and to be responsive to current and future trends in the way people access information and support."



Brian Dawson, Jill Day, Sara Freeman-Take a bow. Who is the muppet on/within the Council suggesting "mobile service units?. It is strongly suspected that you have no idea where CAB's are located, let alone visited one or spoken to the volunteers/community members who access their services.



The current offices are strategically based within communities enabling full access to everyone (especially those with disabilities) Easy to park and good public transport. How is this going to be achieved with "mobile/remote" service access?



The reason that CAB's are successful and have credibility, is that people have free/unfetted access. They are treated in a non-judgmental manner by "real people". In an "ideal world", CAB's would/should be closed if it were not for the fact that they (and other voluntary agencies) are doing the work of toxic, bureaucratic organisations/companies who alienate degrade, bully and demean vulnerable consumers (WINZ,ACC,Housing NZ, WCC).



If it were not for the existence and work of CAB's (and like agencies), the "cost" to the community would be prohibitive and the negative social outcomes potentially harmful/protraced. Ratepayers are "paying" for this service and it is clear that they are happy about the service delivery currently provided.



It is unconscionable that Council and staff officers have demonstrated a caviler, arrogant and professionally disrespectful attitude towards the Board,Senior Management and the volunteers of the Wellington CAB's over this critical issue.



Maybe the Council should start this conversation again. Go back to the beginning and this time be constructive,open, honest, transparent and work collaboratively with the CAB to clearly identify and resolve operational/funding matters that are of concern to you.



The Council has lost credibility and the respect of the community on their handling of this matter



I note with interest in the Dompost (8th June), that the Council have scrapped the "redevelopment of lower Tory street after wasting $0000. Not sure of the status of the $20,000 "rainbow pedestrian crossing. The community will doubtless be "delighted" that the Mayor/Council have approved the expenditure of $250,000 for the Matariki Festival which commences on 15th June Interesting take on financial priorities.--



Neville Wellbourn

Flat 9/7 Konini Road

Hataitai

Wellington 6021

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