Takapu Valley, Wellington

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

2675 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2675 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2675 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2676 days ago

Ladies Bootcamp

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

SPRING into SPRING!!!
Hot Mummaz Bootcamps - Woman Only 45min Team Fitness sessions.
Fun and functional training for lifestyle.
Whatever your goal, whatever your level of fitness, whatever your experience.

🏋🏽‍♀️ Improve fitness and confidence.
🏋🏽‍♀️ Loose weight, … View more
SPRING into SPRING!!!
Hot Mummaz Bootcamps - Woman Only 45min Team Fitness sessions.
Fun and functional training for lifestyle.
Whatever your goal, whatever your level of fitness, whatever your experience.

🏋🏽‍♀️ Improve fitness and confidence.
🏋🏽‍♀️ Loose weight, decrease body fat and increase lean muscle mass.
🏋🏽‍♀️ Join a fantastic community of woman/mums and enjoy access to our private Facebook support group.
🏋🏽‍♀️ Safe and purposefully designed classes run by a fully qualified personal trainer (Reps Reg.)... who is also a mum!
🏋🏽‍♀️ Suitable for all fitness levels and experience, suitable for woman with injuries -modifications provided.
🏋🏽‍♀️CHILDREN Welcome - No need for babysitting.
Registrations for term 4 now open... Come along and try a FREE session before you commit.

♀️SESSION Times: Churton Park Community Centre

Thursday's 12.30pm - 1.15pm

PAYMENT INFO:
Casual Attendance - $12.00 per session
10 Class Concession - $10.00 per session ($100.00)
20 Class Concession - $9.00 per session ($190.00)

*** Concession passes are valid for 1 Term Only - Non refundable.
♀️CONTACT:
Fay - Personal Trainer
To register or for more info PM GRIT fitness
Call: 02102686229
email: poseidon.swim.wgtn@gmail.com

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2675 days ago

Proposal to close roads

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Our Regulatory Processes Committee will meet in October to consider some temporary road closures for the Polish Christmas Market, Thorndon Fair, Black Caps vs Sri Lanka test match, A Very Welly Christmas and Black Caps vs Bangladesh test match - see full details in image. If you object to these … View moreOur Regulatory Processes Committee will meet in October to consider some temporary road closures for the Polish Christmas Market, Thorndon Fair, Black Caps vs Sri Lanka test match, A Very Welly Christmas and Black Caps vs Bangladesh test match - see full details in image. If you object to these proposed road closures or would like to give your feedback you can email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz.

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2676 days ago

WATER MAGIC

Sandy from Churton Park

The water fountain in my garden does not have a steady flow, I need some help with that as well as I want a pond to be put up with a small fountain in my backyard, can somebody please help?

2676 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2704 days ago

200L water tanks available this Saturday, 11 August

Malcolm Sparrow from Wellington City Councillor Northern Ward

Northern Ward Councillors will be selling emergency water tanks for $110 each at the Tawa Lions’ Market at Outlet City from 11am to 12.00pm this coming Saturday.

We will have limited stock on the day. If you want to reserve a water tank by paying in advance and picking up the tank on Saturday,… View more
Northern Ward Councillors will be selling emergency water tanks for $110 each at the Tawa Lions’ Market at Outlet City from 11am to 12.00pm this coming Saturday.

We will have limited stock on the day. If you want to reserve a water tank by paying in advance and picking up the tank on Saturday, please email malcolm.sparrow@wcc.govt.nz for online banking information. Otherwise you’re welcome to turn up and we may have some left!

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2676 days ago

Have your say

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We're in favour of the proposed single-use plastic shopping bag phase-out by the Government. We encourage you to have your say through a submission process or a quick questionnaire - click here. (Submission close 5pm, 14 September).

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2676 days ago

Participants needed for accessibility interviews

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We’re working with Creative HQ to make Wellington City more accessible. We want to hear from Wellington residents with disabilities and impairments who have accessibility issues. (The interviews will take about 30 minutes). If you’re interested in taking part, email Justforyounz@gmail.com or … View moreWe’re working with Creative HQ to make Wellington City more accessible. We want to hear from Wellington residents with disabilities and impairments who have accessibility issues. (The interviews will take about 30 minutes). If you’re interested in taking part, email Justforyounz@gmail.com or alice.bates@wcc.govt.nz.

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2677 days ago

From the Transmission Gully team (Monday 3 September)

Malcolm Sparrow from Wellington City Councillor Northern Ward

We would like to advise that we will be running a large concrete pour tomorrow (Tuesday) for the Cannons Creek Bridge using a route from SH1 onto Takapu Rd, Bing Lucas Drive, Woodman Drive and into our site via Collins Ave.

Local residents along this route may notice a higher than normal number … View more
We would like to advise that we will be running a large concrete pour tomorrow (Tuesday) for the Cannons Creek Bridge using a route from SH1 onto Takapu Rd, Bing Lucas Drive, Woodman Drive and into our site via Collins Ave.

Local residents along this route may notice a higher than normal number of trucks on the road throughout the day starting from 3.30am onwards. Every effort will be made to keep the disturbance to a minimum with no engine braking and speeds being kept as low as possible, but if residents have concerns please call 0800 TGINFO (0800 844636) or email info@tg.co.nz

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