Takapu Valley, Wellington

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394 days ago

Shop Assistant - Brooklyn

Volunteer Wellington

Do you love op shops and connecting with your local community? One of our member organisations is looking for volunteers to join their suburban Thrift and Gift store in Brooklyn. They are a not-for-profit store where the profits are donated quarterly to organisations in the local community. For … View moreDo you love op shops and connecting with your local community? One of our member organisations is looking for volunteers to join their suburban Thrift and Gift store in Brooklyn. They are a not-for-profit store where the profits are donated quarterly to organisations in the local community. For this role, you will need a friendly nature and confidence in handling interactions and sales with customers. You will need to be prepared to pitch in to keep the shop tidy and you will be in charge of opening and closing the store, overseeing the floor throughout the shift and processing sales. Training will be provided! For more information, and to register your interest, please see our website at:
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416 days ago

Bubbling Drain

Colin from Tawa

This drain in Oxford Street, Tawa, has been bubbling away for WEEKS. It has been reported to the WCC and when you ring WCC to find out if they are ever going to do something you get, and I quote, this answer "It's on the list"
The WCC don't do the work in a case like this, … View more
This drain in Oxford Street, Tawa, has been bubbling away for WEEKS. It has been reported to the WCC and when you ring WCC to find out if they are ever going to do something you get, and I quote, this answer "It's on the list"
The WCC don't do the work in a case like this, they contract it out. So when you have found out the job number you have to contact the sub contractor. Surely if the sub contactor is overworked then employ more sub contractors.....if there ARE any.

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393 days ago

Roadworks ahead

NZ Transport Agency

Want high visibility of Wellington Region State Highway Roadworks?

We carry out regular maintenance of the state highway network to connect the Wellington region.

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395 days ago

Poll: Are you confident in the new government coalition?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've finally got news of the government for the next three years. Are you feeling confident that this coalition can improve Aotearoa?

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 you confident in the new government coalition?
  • 40.6% Yes, give them time
    40.6% Complete
  • 49.9% No, I'm worried
    49.9% Complete
  • 9.5% I'm not sure
    9.5% Complete
4102 votes
394 days ago

Santa Paws is back for 2023!

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome … View more
Hundreds of Christmas-ready pets were shared last year - and we're keen to see them again!

Whether it's your cat tangled in tinsel or your pooch by a pile of pressies, share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see festive snaps from around your neighbourhood too.

This is one of Neighbourly member's favourite campaigns so get involved and show your neighbours how adorable your Christmas pet is! Enter now.

Competition closes 21 December 2023 - winners announced early 2024!
Enter your pet now

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395 days ago

DIY help

Wilhelmina from Tawa

I'm looking for someone to help me with a few odd jobs around my home. In Tawa and a free quote would be appreciated. Many thanks Wilhelmina

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394 days ago

Handmade Heart Fridge Magnet Set Gifts

Anneliese from Tawa

Add a touch of elegance to your fridge! White Gloss Handmade Fridge Magnets. Set of four $20. A truely unique gift - perfect for teachers, family and friends. Made to order.

Price: $20

394 days ago

Downsize to a richer, happier life

Malvina Major Retirement Village

What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to … View more
What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.

This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.

Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.

No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.

Click to read more.

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397 days ago

Draft District Plan could make your property unsellable

Rae from Maungaraki

haveyoursay@huttcity.govt.nz

Are you aware that the draft district plan could make your property totally unsellable?
Are you aware that many properties on the hillside suburbs will be listed as hazard prone?
Do you care about native conservation? Or climate change? Or water conservation?
Do … View more
haveyoursay@huttcity.govt.nz

Are you aware that the draft district plan could make your property totally unsellable?
Are you aware that many properties on the hillside suburbs will be listed as hazard prone?
Do you care about native conservation? Or climate change? Or water conservation?
Do you plan, one day, to subdivide your property for retirement income?
The District Plan proposes rezoning hillside properties from medium density to Large Lot... “where there are constraints... such as steep slopes or a lack of infrastructure.”
Your property may not be steep but if surrounding areas are, this is considered hazardous, and will impact your property values and saleability.
Council has asked for feedback. Have Your Say now BEFORE 15 December 2023. To the above email.
We have had ours. See below. You may have similar or additional issues. Read the draft plan now. And act.
“Our property has neither steep slopes nor lacks infrastructure; nor threatens hazards to others; unlike some properties bordering us.
The entities (Hutt City Council and Wellington Regional Council) must accept the legal and financial implications of knowingly permitting by-law/regulation breaches by property developers thereon to remove top soil down to the water table and replace it with 15 feet of erosion prone, slip prone, uncompacted, unretained clay to build on.....
New by-law needed: where Council/Developer breaches cause hazards such as steep, unretained, or tree stripped properties, or infrastructure damage; causing them to slip down onto existing properties, or cause flooding; requiring clearing and restoration, that neglect and/or breach of regulations should be remedied at the expense of developers/owners; if not the Councils.
Some years ago we were told the Council was retaining a native bush clad, steep, block of Council land on our western boundary to:
a) create a future water reservoir
b) include in native bush/bird and fauna 'restoration corridors' linked throughout the district; which delighted us.
Within a few years we discovered that block of land had been sold to a developer without public notification of any kind. So much for the birds etc. Have these "restoration/regenerative corridors' been removed from district plans. If so why? Short-sighted not only from a native conservation perspective but also in enhancing carbon sequestration for climate change. They should be restored.
Given the catastrophic state of Wellington's 40% water loss, decisions not to build reservoirs seems not only short sighted but unconscionable. These should be added to the District Plan.

395 days ago

Roadworks ahead

NZ Transport Agency

Want high visibility of Wellington Region State Highway Roadworks?

We carry out regular maintenance of the state highway network to connect the Wellington region.

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396 days ago
396 days ago

Decks decks. Pete Ashton

Pete Ashton from Decks Decks

Design and build . Not long to end of year but plenty of summer to come . Almost any area can be improved by good outdoor design . We have dozens of examples of such projects. If you have an idea or question please contact Pete Ashton 0274403242 7days . For references go to … View moreDesign and build . Not long to end of year but plenty of summer to come . Almost any area can be improved by good outdoor design . We have dozens of examples of such projects. If you have an idea or question please contact Pete Ashton 0274403242 7days . For references go to www.nocowboys.co.nz....

397 days ago

Happy Black Friday!

The Team from NZ Compare

Black Friday Special: Uncover great deals & a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Here's the #1 must-buy recommended by YOU: Home & Garden. Uncover the top 10 anticipated must-have products for Black Friday 2023 HERE: www.priceme.co.nz...

And don't forget to enter our … View more
Black Friday Special: Uncover great deals & a chance to WIN a $200 Prezzy Card!

Here's the #1 must-buy recommended by YOU: Home & Garden. Uncover the top 10 anticipated must-have products for Black Friday 2023 HERE: www.priceme.co.nz...

And don't forget to enter our giveaway for a shot at a $200 Prezzy Card: www.nzcompare.com...
Act fast, it all wraps up on 29/11/2023!

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398 days ago

Level up your vege patch with NZ Gardener

NZ Gardener

As the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.

Make your garden one of the best in the neighbourhood … View more
As the sunny days get longer and more frequent, it’s the perfect time to get stuck into the garden. Grab a subscription to NZ Gardener and get a Free Vege Patch from Scratch book written by NZ Gardener’s editor Jo McCarroll worth $44.99.

Make your garden one of the best in the neighbourhood this summer with the help of a monthly NZ Gardener subscription and Vege Patch from Scratch. Purchase a subscription today at Mags4Gifts.co.nz to receive your free book. T&Cs apply.
Find out more

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398 days ago

Hutt Heritage

Sandra from Normandale

Naenae Pool back in the day when I taught young and old how to swim.

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