Owhiro Bay, Wellington

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8 days ago

Brooklyn Market this Saturday afternoon

Euan from Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 23 March from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library on Cleveland Street.

Come along and catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. … View more
The Brooklyn Community Market is on this Saturday 23 March from 12pm to 4pm at the Brooklyn Community Centre on Harrison Street, just along from the Brooklyn Library on Cleveland Street.

Come along and catch up with friends and neighbours while browsing through a wide variety of stalls. Everything from homemade pickles, preserves and chutneys, to fresh produce, crafts, jewellery, art, soaps, eco products, candles, cards, ceramics and lots more.

Delicious food available from the kitchen including homemade pies, toasted sandwiches and sweet treats. Plus coffee, tea and juices to keep you refreshed.

Andrew our popular knife sharpener will be onsite sharpening knifes, scissors and gardening tools.

The market runs rain or shine. Everybody welcome.

9 days ago

Poll: What's your mortgage interest rate?

The Team from NZ Compare

Have you noticed that home loan rates are increasing?
Share your current mortgage interest rate to find out if you might be paying more than you need to.

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What's your mortgage interest rate?
  • 29.5% Under 6%
    29.5% Complete
  • 41.4% 6-7%
    41.4% Complete
  • 17.3% 7-8%
    17.3% Complete
  • 11.9% More than 8%
    11.9% Complete
370 votes
12 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis bad drivers?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Each country has its own idiosyncrasies when it comes to driving and New Zealand is no different.
With daily near-misses, people incorrectly indicating at roundabouts and a lack of stopping at stop signs, it begs the question: Are Kiwis actually not that good at driving?

Type 'Not For … View more
Each country has its own idiosyncrasies when it comes to driving and New Zealand is no different.
With daily near-misses, people incorrectly indicating at roundabouts and a lack of stopping at stop signs, it begs the question: Are Kiwis actually not that good at driving?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Are Kiwis bad drivers?
  • 85.5% Yes, we are bad drivers
    85.5% Complete
  • 10.5% No way!
    10.5% Complete
  • 4% Other - I'll share below
    4% Complete
1859 votes
10 days ago

Don't miss out on $15,000 back...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 March if you sign up … View moreIt could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list — until 31 March if you sign up for one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*.

There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.

*Terms and conditions apply
Find out more

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10 days ago

CupaDupa Market - Sunday, 24 Market 2024

Sharon from Karori

Foxtail Events invite you to come celebrate the vibrancy, diversity and creative spirit of Wellington this March - find your wild amongst a world of talented artists and crafters at this fabulous event.

This family friendly street market will be located in Abel Smith Street from 11am – 6pm on… View more
Foxtail Events invite you to come celebrate the vibrancy, diversity and creative spirit of Wellington this March - find your wild amongst a world of talented artists and crafters at this fabulous event.

This family friendly street market will be located in Abel Smith Street from 11am – 6pm on Sunday, 24 March 2024.

Enjoy perusing a stunning selection of art, craft and food created by local makers from across the Wellington Region, then venture over to Cuba and the surrounding streets, where you can immerse yourself in the entertainment and music on the big stages.

So much for everyone to see and do!

#cubadupa #nzartists #newzealandartists #internationalartists #cubadupa #ArtsFestival #AotearoaArts #creativecapitalartstrust #Streetperformance #Wellington #Pöneke #LivePerformance #CreativeCapital #Dance #Music #Art #Singing #Circus #Digital #Arts #bands #livemusic #2024 #market #crafts #food #foxtailevents #foxtailcommunitymarkets #cubastreet #ablesmithstreet

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11 days ago

Resene ColourShop Vouchers

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Resene has kindly gifted us $100 ColourShop vouchers to give away to five lucky Neighbourly members. The winners were redrawn and are below:

Chris Larkin from Rotorua
Huia Tanirau from Palmerston North
Charlotte Arnott from Rolleston
Kirsty Bynes from Takanini
Thelma Willilams from Gore

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Resene has kindly gifted us $100 ColourShop vouchers to give away to five lucky Neighbourly members. The winners were redrawn and are below:

Chris Larkin from Rotorua
Huia Tanirau from Palmerston North
Charlotte Arnott from Rolleston
Kirsty Bynes from Takanini
Thelma Willilams from Gore

Get in touch with our Helpdesk team before the 26th of March to claim your prize by heading here.

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11 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for cabbage?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're looking for delicious cabbage recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's May issue. Send your family's favourite ways to eat this vege to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by March 31, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the May issue of NZ Gardener.

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11 days ago

Feel your best self in a serviced apartment

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Discover the ease and comfort of assisted living in a serviced apartment at Rita Angus Village.

Serviced apartment living gives you more time to embrace the things that bring you joy, while we take care of your housekeeping, home maintenance, a daily chef-prepared meal and more.

We currently… View more
Discover the ease and comfort of assisted living in a serviced apartment at Rita Angus Village.

Serviced apartment living gives you more time to embrace the things that bring you joy, while we take care of your housekeeping, home maintenance, a daily chef-prepared meal and more.

We currently have serviced apartments available now, priced from $495,000.*

Call Judith on 04 387 7625 to join our welcoming community today or click read more for more information.

*Pricing subject to availability.

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11 days ago

Office movers needed

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Are you physically strong? Are you available on Saturday 23rd March for a few hours? One of our members needs a couple of volunteers to help them move offices. The office is based in Thorndon and they're moving to another level in the same building. You will be supporting an organisation who … View moreAre you physically strong? Are you available on Saturday 23rd March for a few hours? One of our members needs a couple of volunteers to help them move offices. The office is based in Thorndon and they're moving to another level in the same building. You will be supporting an organisation who is improving the support and medical care available for those affected by Endometriosis and who is combating period poverty in our community. For more information about this role, and to apply, visit our website at:
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13 days ago

Tai Chi Introductory Sessions

Peter from Taoist Tai Chi™ - Wellington

Taoist Tai Chi™ introductory sessions start this coming week at Berhampore and Island Bay. For the days, times and locations, visit taoisttaichi.org... or for more information email wellington@taoisttaichi.org

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13 days ago

New Lottery, New Home ...

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Taupō, worth just over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

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For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in stunning Taupō, worth just over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Buy tickets now

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13 days ago

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Thinking about going green this St. Paddy's?

Discover the different types of sustainable energy sources and how they combat climate change.

Don't forget to COMPARE your power bill with Power Compare - it's the easiest way to save money!

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14 days ago

Boxes for moving house

Mary from Karori

Does anyone have any boxes I can have for moving house? Thank you 😊

14 days ago

Ryman residents tempted with exciting menus

Rita Angus Retirement Village

The feel-good factor around a sumptuous meal served up professionally in the village dining room can help Ryman residents’ overall sense of wellbeing. Eating well and with pleasure will also help their health.

That is the view of Ryman’s Food Team and village Senior Lead Chefs who have been… View more
The feel-good factor around a sumptuous meal served up professionally in the village dining room can help Ryman residents’ overall sense of wellbeing. Eating well and with pleasure will also help their health.

That is the view of Ryman’s Food Team and village Senior Lead Chefs who have been planning mouth-watering recipes and food selections that will make up autumn, winter, spring, and summer menus for 2024.

Menu Development Chef Matt Orr alongside the Chefs Panel are working tirelessly to create a menu for all seasons.

Click read more for the full article.

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14 days ago

Bathroom makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Bring out the best in your bathroom with a feature wall in your favourite Resene colour. Find out how to get started with our easy advice.

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