Tawa, Wellington

449 days ago

Bird & bee sanctuary

The Team from Resene ColorShop Johnsonville

Create a birdbath with a natural sandstone paint effect with Resene Sandtex.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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450 days ago

Gardening and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Aotea

It’s spring and weeds are growing like mad
Have you out of time and puff ? Then give me a call! We can fix, tidy, create and Garden !
0272430951

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450 days ago

#RWCfans

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've loving our Rugby World Cup fans sharing their photos on Neighbourly and bringing the spirit!

These fans below have won some spot prizes, keep sharing your photos to be in to win!

450 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene

Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask … View more
Now’s the perfect time to get decorating with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at Resene ColorShops. Choose from thousands of colours and get your favourites tinted in Eco Choice approved Resene paints.

Ask our staff for expert advice on everything from choosing the right colour and paint to how to apply it for the best finish.
Find out more

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453 days ago

What's it like living with a loud voice

Sanda Reporter from Stuff

Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you… View more
Hi there,

I'm writing a story on what's it like to live with a loud voice. Are you someone who gets high-pitched whenever you are excited? Does your family constantly nag you to dial down your voice? Or are you someone who's annoyed by your loved ones' loud talking?

If you can relate to any such scenario, I would love to hear from you. Please leave a comment or you can email me at sanda.arambepola@stuff.co.nz
Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article.

Thank you for taking the time to share your stories.

451 days ago

Broetchen till 4pm today!

The Team from

Freshbaked broetchen till 4pm today. 130 Main Rd Tawa.

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451 days ago

Kiwi Rugby Fever: WIN SKY Sport!

The Team from NZ Compare

We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

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We're a Rugby MAD nation!
Which team are you supporting? How do they compare against the rest in this Rugby World Cup?

Share why you rate your team and you could WIN Sky Sport Now for 3 months (valued at $135)!
CLICK below to enter! Act fast, the entry deadline is October 12, 2023.

But that's not all! Many broadband plans currently offer FREE subscriptions to top streaming services. It's the perfect time to switch!
Compare your broadband and power bills to save big this Spring!
COMPARE NOW: www.broadbandcompare.co.nz...

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453 days ago

Poll: Top sheet or duvet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share … View more
It's a controversial topic that can cause arguments for bed companions as well as staunch bedding enthusiasts.
Some people sleep beneath a top sheet, while others have said goodbye to 'hospital corners' and just use a duvet. Let's see how kiwis are sleeping these days, share your vote and your reasons below!

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Top sheet or duvet?
  • 78.8% Top sheet
    78.8% Complete
  • 20.6% Duvet
    20.6% Complete
  • 0.6% Neither - I'll share below!
    0.6% Complete
2205 votes
451 days ago

Tawa News, the online newsletter for our area

Monique from Tawa Residents' Association

Kia ora everyone,
Tawa News September was emailed on Friday, did you get it?
Lots of people with an xtr.co.nz email did not receive it.
So here it is!
mailchi.mp...

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452 days ago

Life-saving heart research ❤️

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Our research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this … View moreOur research funding is all about saving lives in New Zealand ❤️ This year, we were thrilled to announce $3.7m of funding for heart research and specialist overseas training for New Zealand cardiologists. Huge thanks to our donors and supporters for their generosity and for making this investment in heart health possible.

Click the link to find out more about the transformative research projects.

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452 days ago

Free land fill

Darrin from Tawa

Had a slip a few months ago on my Drive and the dirt is now in a pile by my letterbox at 4 Duncan St in Tawa. Quite happy for anyone to take some or all of it away if they have a use for it.

Free

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452 days ago

Telephone dictation voting in the 2023 General Election

The Team from Electoral Commission

If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do … View more
If you are blind, partially blind, or have a physical disability that means you cannot mark your voting paper without help, you can use the telephone dictation voting service.

You can use the telephone dictation voting service both from within New Zealand and if you’re overseas.

You do need to register to use this service though, before noon (NZ time) on Saturday 14 October.

You can find more information on our website here: vote.nz...

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453 days ago

Voting is now open in the 2023 General Election!

The Team from Electoral Commission

You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't … View more
You can find all the information you need about where, when and how to vote at vote.nz....

If you were enrolled at your current address by September 10, you will have been sent an EasyVote pack in the mail with an EasyVote card which will make voting easier.

However if yours hasn't arrived yet you can vote without it! Find your nearest voting place here:
map.vote.nz...

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454 days ago

Tulip garden open days

Carolyn from Tawa

We are open again today in the much more pleasant weather. We invite you to come and see our terraced property with themed garden rooms and 2,500 tulips. They are all colour coordinated so there is sure to be a combination that is your favourite. Technically we are planning to open for a couple … View moreWe are open again today in the much more pleasant weather. We invite you to come and see our terraced property with themed garden rooms and 2,500 tulips. They are all colour coordinated so there is sure to be a combination that is your favourite. Technically we are planning to open for a couple more weekends but with the weather being like it has been the tulips may finish early this year so don't wait if you can. You can always come again and see the late tulips. The courtyards Coconut ice theme and the Mediterranean slopes berry nice scheme are at their peak now.
Plants from our garden are also for sale.
Entry by donation please.
34 St Johns Tce, Tawa
10.30 - 3.30.

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459 days ago

Calling All Dog Owners!

Kirsten from Porirua City Centre

Hi there,

Does your furry friend (aka dog) get bored at home? Do you need someone to look after him/her while you're at work or on holiday?

We do dog daycare and dog boarding at our home and are available anytime, including school holidays and over Christmas. We live in Central Porirua … View more
Hi there,

Does your furry friend (aka dog) get bored at home? Do you need someone to look after him/her while you're at work or on holiday?

We do dog daycare and dog boarding at our home and are available anytime, including school holidays and over Christmas. We live in Central Porirua (close to McDonalds).

We look forward to hearing from you :)
Olivia and Kirsten
turleykk@gmail.com
(021) 0267 6193

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