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1844 days ago

Captain Tom Moore dies at 100

Reporter Community News

I would not normally post something like this on Neighbourly but I think we can all agree that the death of Captain Tom Moore is sad news.
What can we learn from his death and selfless actions?

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1840 days ago

1000 piece Jigsaws

Jenny from Titahi Bay

The puzzles are complete. $5 each.


Country Cottages - Eastnor Cottage.
Aristodogs - Bull Mastiff.
Great Paintings - Winter Landscape by Pieter Brueghel the younger. Still in the cellophane wrapping.
Wasgij 8 - High Tide.
The Postman's Round - Post for the blacksmith.
Kinship - … View more
The puzzles are complete. $5 each.


Country Cottages - Eastnor Cottage.
Aristodogs - Bull Mastiff.
Great Paintings - Winter Landscape by Pieter Brueghel the younger. Still in the cellophane wrapping.
Wasgij 8 - High Tide.
The Postman's Round - Post for the blacksmith.
Kinship - Easter Egg Hunt.

Classic Treasures - Two Puppies.
Waddingtons - Cottage near Ringwood, England.
Holdson - Christchurch Arts Centre (before the quake).


And one 500 piece puzzle:
Summer Times - Provencal House.

Negotiable

1840 days ago

Hunger for Colour - swap and save!

Resene

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a … View more
Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you donate a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
Find out more

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1841 days ago

Do you need a retaining wall?

Joshua from

Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
For a … View more
Do you have a slope in your garden that keeps slipping, but don’t want trees on your bank? Retaining walls help to prevent soil erosion, while also offering you a level ground to plant on. If this sounds like a bit of you, look no further than Price Smart Gardening and Landscaping!
For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1841 days ago

Tātou Rohe - Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

The latest issue of Tō Tātou Rohe – Our Region is out! This mail-out features bite-sized stories about what’s been happening in our region, and what’s coming up.

Read it here: bit.ly...

If you’d like to subscribe, visit our website: www.gw.govt.nz...

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1841 days ago

Celebrate arts and culture in Wellington!

The Playground

Two months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative … View moreTwo months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative organisations.

Head into town and discover award-winning performance in the places you least expect it: dance on the Cable Car? Cabaret at crosswalks? What about opera sung from balconies? Try a different kind of weekend and see what you find with this jam packed selection of family-friendly performance throughout February and March.
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1842 days ago

Looking for a large rug

Chelsea from Grenada Village

Looking for a large rug for the lounge minimum 220cm length in clean condition. Willing to pay $30 cash.

1842 days ago

There are so many reasons to be grateful to call Aotearoa New Zealand our home. 😌🙏

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Let's keep working together to make our communities better for everyone while honouring Te Ao Māori.

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1844 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

You will all recognise who this is but who knows the history of this picture taken at Wellington Airport?

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1842 days ago

Paint a woven plate

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View more
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1842 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.

"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown … View more
This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas of a yellow hammer.

"Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella). I didn't know what it was as it isn't, well, yellow. But it has the right markings and the folk on NZ Birders say it's a yellowhammer. Must be a very cream and brown female. Learn something new everyday."

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1843 days ago

Voices in the Wind choir starts up for 2021

Eric from Ranui

Come and join us on an open invitation night, Wednesday 17 February, as we start a really exciting programme of music for 2021! See attachments for more details.

Promotion Sheet for 2021.pdf Download View

1849 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
1843 days ago

Synonyms

NumberWorks'nWords Johnsonville

Synonyms are different words that share the same meaning. How many can you pair up?

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1843 days ago

Flick Electric $100 joining credit

Gareth from Tawa

If you are thinking about changing your electricity provider, then I can recommend Flick Electric, just like Consumer NZ also do. They are offering $100 credit to new members in February who are referred by existing members such as myself. Flick me a message and I can provide you with my email … View moreIf you are thinking about changing your electricity provider, then I can recommend Flick Electric, just like Consumer NZ also do. They are offering $100 credit to new members in February who are referred by existing members such as myself. Flick me a message and I can provide you with my email address if you decide to join, ensuring we both receive the credit. See details at www.flickelectric.co.nz...

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