Owhiro Bay, Wellington

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

2132 days ago

See that cross-trainer gathering dust in your garage?

Pipi from Brooklyn

I'd really love to take it off your hands! Can pick up.

I've recently embarked on a healthier lifestyle after being quite sick last year. Varying factors including medication, made me turn into a bit of a blimp, and I decided to change that.

A friend recently lent me a cross-trainer, … View more
I'd really love to take it off your hands! Can pick up.

I've recently embarked on a healthier lifestyle after being quite sick last year. Varying factors including medication, made me turn into a bit of a blimp, and I decided to change that.

A friend recently lent me a cross-trainer, and I'm making great headway into my fitness and the turning into a smaller blimp thing, which is great, my fitness is improving daily too.

BUT, I have to give that trainer back (cries tears and applies padlocked steel chains), and I'm wondering if anybody (who isn't now motivated by this kick I'm on, and decides to dust off your crosstrainer), then I'm wondering if anybody would like to swap for me getting rid of that cumbersome bit of exercise equipment.

I'm a great gardener with 25 years experience. Or I've got a couple of Aloe Plictalis, and various other succulents I could swap?

If you're wanting that extraneous bit of exercise equipment - now draped with tomorrows ironing - removed from the spare room, I'm the person to help you out!

Cheers Neighbours and have a great day in the sun!

Thank you so much Emma and Jonny who came to my elliptical rescue! Another amazing Neighbourly deed by amazing Neighbourly people

2130 days ago

TOXIC ALGAE

Rebecca from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Summer is a great time to enjoy our coast and waterways, but there are some times and places where caution is needed. The best thing you can do to keep yourself, your family and pets safe is know what toxic algae looks like and avoid it.

The algae grows on submerged riverstones in a shiny … View more
Summer is a great time to enjoy our coast and waterways, but there are some times and places where caution is needed. The best thing you can do to keep yourself, your family and pets safe is know what toxic algae looks like and avoid it.

The algae grows on submerged riverstones in a shiny brown/dark green coating, or as dark brown strands. When it dies it floats to the surface and forms small brown or white mats at the water’s edge

If a person in your group swallows even a small amount of toxic algae (coin sized or less) seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.

DOGS
Toxic algae is deadly to dogs, who love the taste of the mats which float at the river’s edge. Keep your dog on a leash and away from the water. If your dog swallows toxic algae seek immediate veterinary attention.

Watch our video and learn to identify toxic algae #ToxicAlgaeWgtn
www.gw.govt.nz...

2130 days ago

♥️ Love Where You Live – Feb. 1st to 28th ♥️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Love is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.
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Love is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.

Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee to paint a community mural, or installing a communal free kai pantry or library - there are so many ways to make our neighbourhoods that much more enjoyable for everyone.

Share your experiences with us by email or tag us online including the following hashtag:

#NSNZlovewhereyoulive

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2130 days ago

Bumper Jumble Sale and electric ride-on animals - this Saturday in Island Bay

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

...at 10am, 88 The Parade, Island Bay (Presbyterian Church). We are 100m city side of the shops. The big fluffy ride-on animals will be in our car park - so very safe and with lots of space. We're also selling fresh donuts and coffee along with the bargains, so see you here! (We accept … View more...at 10am, 88 The Parade, Island Bay (Presbyterian Church). We are 100m city side of the shops. The big fluffy ride-on animals will be in our car park - so very safe and with lots of space. We're also selling fresh donuts and coffee along with the bargains, so see you here! (We accept donations of saleable goods for this fundraiser. Please bring items to the church by Friday 8pm - thank you in advance.

Negotiable

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2130 days ago

Be a water hero and be in to win!

The Team from Wellington Water

For the first seven days (at least) following an earthquake, you will be relying on your own stored water and wastewater plans. We want to know if you have what it takes to be a Water Hero!

Water heroes are people who are prepared. You may not have any control when it comes to a major earthquake … View more
For the first seven days (at least) following an earthquake, you will be relying on your own stored water and wastewater plans. We want to know if you have what it takes to be a Water Hero!

Water heroes are people who are prepared. You may not have any control when it comes to a major earthquake and its impact on the region, but you do have control about how you will respond and how prepared you and your family are.

Let us know how you're going by filling in our quick quiz and you'll be in the draw to win a Weber Baby Q BBQ and an emergency water pack!

Competition closes 5pm, Monday 4 March 2019.

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2130 days ago

Stop work meetings to affect some off peak bus services in Wellington

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stop work meetings by Tramways Union members will affect off peak services operated by NZ Bus on Thursday 7 February and Friday 8 February.

Greater Wellington Regional Council’s Sustainable Transport Committee Chair Barbara Donaldson says the meetings can provide more certainty for bus … View more
Stop work meetings by Tramways Union members will affect off peak services operated by NZ Bus on Thursday 7 February and Friday 8 February.

Greater Wellington Regional Council’s Sustainable Transport Committee Chair Barbara Donaldson says the meetings can provide more certainty for bus customers across the region. Keep updated here

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2130 days ago

Could native birds replace pesticides?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Just as honeybees pollinating orchards provide a service that benefits humans through fruit production, birds provide a valuable service too. What native birds do you see in your garden?

2134 days ago

Babysitter Available

Lauren from Berhampore

Hi!! My name is Lauren, I'm a 22 year old medical student and very keen to do some casual babysitting around Wellington. I’m a medical
Student at Wellington Hospital, and keen for a little work on the side, so am looking for some families in need of childcare!
I am primarily free during … View more
Hi!! My name is Lauren, I'm a 22 year old medical student and very keen to do some casual babysitting around Wellington. I’m a medical
Student at Wellington Hospital, and keen for a little work on the side, so am looking for some families in need of childcare!
I am primarily free during evenings and weekends, but depending on my schedule which regularly changes, I can also do during the day.
I have extensive experience with children of all ages (and babies) and have been looking after kids for the last 8 years! (experience with up to 5 kids at a time) I love kids and genuinely enjoy babysitting!
I have a full license and a safe car so able to drive kids as needed!
Would love to meet you, feel free to flick me a message if you're in need of any childcare!
Thanks, Lauren.

2131 days ago

Wellington Metlink introduce new timetables – changes to 29 routes

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Metlink is introducing new timetables which will increase frequency and improve on-time performance to key routes across the region.

The following routes will see changes: 1, 2, 3, 7, 12, 12e, 14, 17, 17e, 18, 18e, 19, 21, 22, 23, 23z, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30x, 31x, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37.

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Metlink is introducing new timetables which will increase frequency and improve on-time performance to key routes across the region.

The following routes will see changes: 1, 2, 3, 7, 12, 12e, 14, 17, 17e, 18, 18e, 19, 21, 22, 23, 23z, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 30x, 31x, 33, 34, 35, 36 and 37.

Metlink will have staff on the streets at hubs and key stops throughout the network, helping customers with timetable and bus information during the rollout of the February changes. Read more

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2131 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Has your bench or desk got more clutter than you’d like to admit? Create this handy desk organiser – not only does it look good but it will help to keep your clutter under control too! Choose your favourite Resene colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for … View moreHas your bench or desk got more clutter than you’d like to admit? Create this handy desk organiser – not only does it look good but it will help to keep your clutter under control too! Choose your favourite Resene colour combinations to suit your room or create one as a colourful gift for someone you know who could use a little colour. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself .

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