Southgate, Wellington

1563 days ago

Gazley Mitsubishi Free 4x4 Upgrade

The Team from Gazley

The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a … View more
The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a Free 4x4 upgrade saving you $2,500 only from Gazley Mitsubishi.
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1563 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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1564 days ago

Interesting renovation find

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

It's amazing what you can find when doing up your house.

Stuff reporter Kate Green was visiting someone's home for an upcoming story when she spotted this old sign hanging in their garage.

The Dominion sign was discovered by the homeowners when they were renovating their mid-19th … View more
It's amazing what you can find when doing up your house.

Stuff reporter Kate Green was visiting someone's home for an upcoming story when she spotted this old sign hanging in their garage.

The Dominion sign was discovered by the homeowners when they were renovating their mid-19th century house in Ngaio in the 1980s.

1564 days ago

It Takes Dedication To Get Perfect Buns

McDonald's

Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View more
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
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1565 days ago

Attic storage stilts

Deborah from Island Bay

Loft storage system to keep your stuff clear of the insulation.

12 stilt, unused, still in box - we bought this for $80 from Sustainability Trust for our last house, but didn't get around to using them before we moved, and our new house doesn't need them.



Collect from Island Bay, or … View more
Loft storage system to keep your stuff clear of the insulation.

12 stilt, unused, still in box - we bought this for $80 from Sustainability Trust for our last house, but didn't get around to using them before we moved, and our new house doesn't need them.



Collect from Island Bay, or drop off by negotiation.

Price: $40

1565 days ago

What's your pick for the region's most beautiful town or city?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

The Wellington region has been overlooked in the stakes for the country's most beautiful centres.

Last year Lower Hutt flew the flag for the region but this year it is Waiheke Island, Arrowtown, Cambridge, Hastings, Hamilton and Whanganui on the shortlist.

Seeing as we've been left out… View more
The Wellington region has been overlooked in the stakes for the country's most beautiful centres.

Last year Lower Hutt flew the flag for the region but this year it is Waiheke Island, Arrowtown, Cambridge, Hastings, Hamilton and Whanganui on the shortlist.

Seeing as we've been left out in in the cold, tell us what you think the region's handsomest spot is.

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1565 days ago

The Art Of Acceptance - A Morning Meditation Course

Yangren Kelsang from Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington

Saturday 12 September, 9.45am - 1pm

When things go wrong in our life and we encounter difficult situations we tend to regard the situation itself as the problem. But if we learn to maintain a peaceful mind, we can be happy all the time regardless of our circumstances.

On this workshop we will … View more
Saturday 12 September, 9.45am - 1pm

When things go wrong in our life and we encounter difficult situations we tend to regard the situation itself as the problem. But if we learn to maintain a peaceful mind, we can be happy all the time regardless of our circumstances.

On this workshop we will learn Buddhist techniques to help us respond to difficulties with a positive mind. In this way, we will be able to accept painful feelings, overcome minds such as anger and frustration, and discover true inner peace.

About the teacher:
Kelsang Shechog is a Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington. She has dedicated her life to helping people solve their problems and find happiness through Buddha’s timeless instructions.

Shechog has spent many years developing Kadampa Meditation Centres where she has inspired many people through her kindness and loving example. Shechog is much loved for her gentle manner, inner strength and clear, skillful teachings.

Cost & Booking
$40 (unwaged $30) | Free for Centre members
For more information and to book visit: meditateinwellington.org...

Venue
Kadampa Meditation Centre Wellington, 94 Derwent St, Island Bay


The Art of Acceptance course is also available to view online. Live-Streamed: Sat 12 Sep, starting 10am (replay available to view for 14 days after the live-stream). Visit meditateinwellington.live to book.

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1565 days ago

Wellington, who's your Local Hero?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Know a local hero in Wellington?

The countdown is on. You’ve got 12 days to nominate an everyday hero doing extraordinary things in your community! Don’t let their mahi go unnoticed – share them below and nominate now.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1565 days ago

COMPETITION: A Dad Like No Other

WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best… View more
WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best friend, hero, a voice of reason, rib-tickler. Share what you love most about your dad with New Zealand and be in to WIN! Get in quick – entries close on the 30th August. T&C's Apply.
Enter here!

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1570 days ago

False positive Covid-19 case in Wellington

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A case of Covid-19 picked up in Wellington has turned out to be a false alarm.

Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield on Thursday announced 13 new cases of community transmission in New Zealand – all outside Wellington.

But answering questions, he said there was a … View more
Hi neighbours,

A case of Covid-19 picked up in Wellington has turned out to be a false alarm.

Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield on Thursday announced 13 new cases of community transmission in New Zealand – all outside Wellington.

But answering questions, he said there was a positive test that came up in Wellington. Re-testing came up negative, meaning it was a false-positive. To read more, click here

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1567 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1567 days ago

Gardens Magic applications are open now!

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

Performer applications are open for Gardens Magic - Wellington’s iconic free outdoor concert series!

We’re looking to showcase a diverse range of family friendly music on the Botanic Garden Soundshell in January 2021.

Applications close on 7 September, so apply now at: … View more
Performer applications are open for Gardens Magic - Wellington’s iconic free outdoor concert series!

We’re looking to showcase a diverse range of family friendly music on the Botanic Garden Soundshell in January 2021.

Applications close on 7 September, so apply now at: wellington.govt.nz/gardens-magic

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