Rongotai, Wellington

1249 days ago

Top spots for checking out Matariki

Reporter Community News

If you are looking for the best spot to view Matariki, the Wellington City Council has produced a list of good viewing spots.
*James Stellin Memorial Park In Northland on Tinakori Hill, James Stellin Memorial Park has stunning 180-degree views over the city to the harbour as well as neat night … View more
If you are looking for the best spot to view Matariki, the Wellington City Council has produced a list of good viewing spots.
*James Stellin Memorial Park In Northland on Tinakori Hill, James Stellin Memorial Park has stunning 180-degree views over the city to the harbour as well as neat night sky viewing opportunities.
*Tawatawa Reserve is a large flat grassed area that is dog exercise-friendly and is located on Quebec Street, in between the suburbs of Owhiro Bay, Kingston, and Island Bay.
*The Ataturk Memorial Park lookout can be accessed from the Tarakena Bay car park on Breaker Bay Road.
* Waihinahina Park, located on Ladbrooke Drive in Newlands, is an open grassed area surrounded with regenerating bush – an ideal spot for stargazing Matariki on a clear night!
* Homebush Park on Homebush Road in Khandallah, is a hidden playground down a gravel track has breathtaking views over Wellington harbour and the wide-open skies above.
Matariki is found low on the horizon in the northeast of the sky. Try looking there between 5.30am-6.30am.
To find the cluster, first find the row of three stars of Tautoru, or Orion’s Belt (or The Pot). To find Pūanga (Rigel) look above Tautoru until you see the bright star.
From there, scan left until you find the bright orange star, Taumata-kuku (Alderbaran) and keep going until you hit a cluster of stars. That cluster is Matariki.

The Matariki star cluster, photographed by Stephen McArthur.

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1251 days ago

Weather watch

Reporter Community News

Drivers are being reminded to take care with strong winds, hail and the possibility of snow . It was hailing heavily when I left Maungaraki to head in to Wellington this morning. What is it like at your place?
Please feel free to post any photos you have of the weather.
Stay warm and remember if … View more
Drivers are being reminded to take care with strong winds, hail and the possibility of snow . It was hailing heavily when I left Maungaraki to head in to Wellington this morning. What is it like at your place?
Please feel free to post any photos you have of the weather.
Stay warm and remember if you do not want your comments used, please put NFP.

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1251 days ago

Are you in group three and waiting to be vaccinated?

Reporter Community News

We are looking for people in group three who are waiting to be vaccinated. If you had problems getting information or making an appointment we would like to hear from you for a Stuff story.
Please contact Brittany Keogh email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz

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1250 days ago

Pies sold in wrong packaging leads to allergen scare

Neighbourly.co.nz

A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.

The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.

Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk … View more
A recall has been issued for Pavillion brand Beef and Gravy Pies due to the presence of an undeclared allergen.

The recall comes after a packaging blunder led to Beef and Cheese Pies being contained in Beef and Gravy Pies wrapping.

Here's what you need to know:
- Consumers with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product.
- Products affected include those with a best before date marking of August 16 2022.
- The pie's batch marking is 16022 for outer packaging and 16023 for individual pies.
- The product was sold in supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

Individuals with a milk allergy should return the product to their retailer and email sales@pavillionfoods.co.nz or call 021 365 006 for a full refund. Any other concerns can be directed to Gluten Free Holdings Ltd on 021 365 006.

For more information, please visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.

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1251 days ago

Oliver Henwood helps out hospital

Reporter Community News

Nine-year-old Oliver Henwood has been in and out of Wellington Hospital for the past six years, so
he knows first-hand how boring it is to be stuck in a hospital bed.
Born with a bend in his shin bone caused by a growth anomaly, Oliver had major surgery at Wellington Hospital to correct the … View more
Nine-year-old Oliver Henwood has been in and out of Wellington Hospital for the past six years, so
he knows first-hand how boring it is to be stuck in a hospital bed.
Born with a bend in his shin bone caused by a growth anomaly, Oliver had major surgery at Wellington Hospital to correct the problem when he was four and has been back many times for ongoing treatment.
When he was tasked at his school to come up with a passion project that would benefit others in the community, he decided to help children staying in Wellington and Hutt Hospitals.
Oliver found watching DVDs a welcome distraction when he was in hospital yet found many were old or scratched so were unusable. He then took it upon himself to ask his local community in Cambridge for help by distributing flyers encouraging people to donate their DVDs. Once he collected more than 150 DVDs, he tested them all to make sure they weren't scratched before donating them.

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1251 days ago

Storm clouds over Wellington

Reporter Community News

Simon Woolf took this stunning picture of Wellington at 5pm on Monday.

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1251 days ago

Want to get some inspiration for your gardening/landscaping project?

Joshua from Kilbirnie Price Smart Landscaping and Gardening

Your local Landscape Gardeners, Price Smart are on Facebook. You can check our latest updates and completed work for some inspiration. Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit our website www.pricesmart.co.nz... for more information.

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1255 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Photographer Andrew Gorrie took this beautiful picture of a ruru.

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1252 days ago

New Winter Stock

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Warm up with these cosy new winter items, from Red Cross Kilbirnie!

50% off blue tagged clothing.

25% off Women’s pants (excludes black tagged pants)

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1252 days ago

Faulty turntable (decorative use only)

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Kilbirnie Red Cross has a broken turntable for $20.00.
Good as a decorative item only.

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1252 days ago

Vintage Typewriters

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

This week at Kilbirnie Red Cross we have two mechanical typewriters for sale at $99.00 each, both typewriters have a carrying bag included.

1252 days ago

Is it too windy in your garden? Plant these!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, take a look at what flowers and plants Wellington's Maryflower Nursery have in their wind-tolerant garden.

1252 days ago

Is it too windy in your garden? Plant these!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, take a look at what flowers and plants Wellington's Maryflower Nursery have in their wind-tolerant garden.

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1252 days ago

Host Family needed for international student

Roz from Hataitai

Wellington East Girls' College is seeking a host family for one of it's international students. The family would need to be living within the school zone. Host families provide a comfortable room, three meals a day and some kind hospitality. Families receive $305 per week to provide … View moreWellington East Girls' College is seeking a host family for one of it's international students. The family would need to be living within the school zone. Host families provide a comfortable room, three meals a day and some kind hospitality. Families receive $305 per week to provide this service. If you are interested in finding out more please email international@wegc.school.nz and we will be happy to provide the information you need.

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