Te Aro, Wellington

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

990 days ago

Bringing the capital's streams back to life and light

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Should Wellington unearth its streams. Wellington has 700km 700km of culverted streams within the Wellington city limits, compared to as little as 60km of open streams.
Around the world cities are dayligting streams – the process of digging urban streams out of darkness to restore them to their … View more
Should Wellington unearth its streams. Wellington has 700km 700km of culverted streams within the Wellington city limits, compared to as little as 60km of open streams.
Around the world cities are dayligting streams – the process of digging urban streams out of darkness to restore them to their more natural conditions.
Daylighted streams do a better job of retaining and distributing nutrients for plants and wildlife, can act as a natural water filter, and are less vulnerable to flooding
They can also add a lot of vibrancy to public space, Blaschke said.
Tell us what you think of bringing streams like Waitangi Stream (pictured) back to life?

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989 days ago

Looking for a rental flat (by April)

Martin from Brooklyn

Kia ora, I'm posting this notice for a good, reliable friend/tenant who was wanting to get this posted to those in southern suburbs. Feel free to reply below or contact Carole directly by text. Thanks.
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Hello,
I am looking for a WARM SUNNY WINDY 1 OR 2 BEDROOM FLAT (pref $ 420 or under)… View more
Kia ora, I'm posting this notice for a good, reliable friend/tenant who was wanting to get this posted to those in southern suburbs. Feel free to reply below or contact Carole directly by text. Thanks.
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Hello,
I am looking for a WARM SUNNY WINDY 1 OR 2 BEDROOM FLAT (pref $ 420 or under) in Wellington. I live by myself most of the time, although my 15 year old daughter does spend quite some time with me every other week. We're both very quiet. I look forward to hearing from anyone who knows of anything that is not presently listed.
Thank you
Carole
021 829 516

989 days ago

Another winning shot by Simon Woolf

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Seeing you all enjoyed Simon Woolf's early morning picture taken on Thursday, here is his Thursday evening pic.

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991 days ago

Council closes car access to Tītahi Bay beach

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighboulry folk, what do you think of the decision to block car access to Tītahi Bay beach. With ongoing reports of vehicles on the beach and concerns about the safety of staff responsible for enforcing the vehicle restrictions, the council is closing the gates from March 7. Keys will be … View moreHi Neighboulry folk, what do you think of the decision to block car access to Tītahi Bay beach. With ongoing reports of vehicles on the beach and concerns about the safety of staff responsible for enforcing the vehicle restrictions, the council is closing the gates from March 7. Keys will be available for boatshed owners and boaties.
Letters have been sent to boatshed owners, advising them of the changes and how to get a key if they don’t already have one..

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989 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we introduce a new photographer, Roger Smith, to Friday Feathered Friend. He recently spotted a sooty tern in the Waikanae Estuary, where he is a regular photographer.
“I had taken a walk along the sandspit to have a look at the white-fronted tern flock there - not expecting to see any … View more
This week we introduce a new photographer, Roger Smith, to Friday Feathered Friend. He recently spotted a sooty tern in the Waikanae Estuary, where he is a regular photographer.
“I had taken a walk along the sandspit to have a look at the white-fronted tern flock there - not expecting to see any interesting birds - and I was stunned to see this lovely brown bird amongst them again...With the sun right behind me, I crawled very slowly holding my camera in front of my face until, after about 20 metres of inching over hot sand, I got within a few metres of it. It wasn't aware of my presence, so I just lay there and took over 100 shots before backing away.”

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989 days ago

Picture this

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

These versatile holders can be used to display favourite photos or for handmade place cards at a special dinner party. Paint them to co-ordinate with your room's décor or your party theme.

Find out how to create your own.

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990 days ago

A city of beauty

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Simon Woolf took took this lovely picture this morning and it is hard to disagree with his words.
"As much as Wellington has been disrupted over the past 16 days, the beauty of the city is undiminished. It never ceases to amaze."

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990 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

He was not a Wellingtonian by birth but he was well known in the Capital. Who is this and what are your memories of him?

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989 days ago

RSV Vaccine Study - Volunteers needed

P3 Research Ltd

P3 Research is looking for volunteers to take part in a research study exploring an investigational vaccine for RSV.

If you are aged 65 years and over and in generally good health or have medical conditions that are well managed, you may be eligible to take part. Interested? Click on Learn moreView more
P3 Research is looking for volunteers to take part in a research study exploring an investigational vaccine for RSV.

If you are aged 65 years and over and in generally good health or have medical conditions that are well managed, you may be eligible to take part. Interested? Click on Learn more.
Find out more

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990 days ago

BE IN TO WIN with our End of Summer Sale

Mags4Gifts

Hi neighbours,

The summer holidays will be over soon, but you can still escape with a magazine.

Our Mags4Gifts End of Summer Sale is on now and you could be in to win 1 of 20 Hydration Heroes Gift Sets from Antipodes!

Simply purchase a subscription to the NZ House & Garden, … View more
Hi neighbours,

The summer holidays will be over soon, but you can still escape with a magazine.

Our Mags4Gifts End of Summer Sale is on now and you could be in to win 1 of 20 Hydration Heroes Gift Sets from Antipodes!

Simply purchase a subscription to the NZ House & Garden, New Zealand Gardener, or the TV Guide and you're in the draw.
ENTER NOW

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990 days ago

refrigerator/freezer

Jessica from Vogeltown

looking to get rid of our old fridge/freezer. It was manufactured in 2013. It is a Mitsubishi model MR-260c-ST-A. Still works, but I got a new one, so I need to get rid of it.
If you want to pay, thats great, but I really just want it gone, so if you can come pick it up and take it away, then… View more
looking to get rid of our old fridge/freezer. It was manufactured in 2013. It is a Mitsubishi model MR-260c-ST-A. Still works, but I got a new one, so I need to get rid of it.
If you want to pay, thats great, but I really just want it gone, so if you can come pick it up and take it away, then it's all yours.

Free

991 days ago

Cot $20 (selling on behalf) or repurpose old crib into cool furniture

Galina from Aro Valley

Baby Cot
Brought the cot with the damage (see final pic of cot) but still worked fine and used it up until toddler moved to a bed. Still adjusts to high and low and the damage dosnt affect mechanics. www.onecrazyhouse.com...
Pick up Brooklyn rd

Price: $30

991 days ago

Interior Design Trends 2022

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

The interior design trends you can expect to see bloom in 2022.

Somehow in the last couple of years, time has stretched yet stalled in ways most of us can’t quite comprehend: it seems as though the initial pandemic lockdown was only yesterday.

The ongoing impacts of Covid-19 and the … View more
The interior design trends you can expect to see bloom in 2022.

Somehow in the last couple of years, time has stretched yet stalled in ways most of us can’t quite comprehend: it seems as though the initial pandemic lockdown was only yesterday.

The ongoing impacts of Covid-19 and the restrictions and life changes it has brought about has shaped all aspects of life: including property design and development, and the way we choose to furnish our homes.

A Touch of the 70s: The 90s may currently be the retro kickback in clothing fashion, but the 70s is about to make its comeback for interior design. This vintage theme will not be the bold patterned wallpaper and aubergine coloured bathroom fittings you’ve only just stripped from your grandparents’ home but instead suggestions and colour pops of burnt orange, moss greens and other warm neutrals.
Items to lend these pops of brightness and patterns can be found at local flea markets, antique stores and junkyards. Routinely visiting these places and keeping an eye out for 70s pieces online can help you find lots of complementary items to mix and match and provide a retro flair.

Bringing the Outside, In: The houseplant trend we saw bloom through 2021 is set to continue through 2022. Bringing authentic greenery into the home has been proven to improve internal air quality, promote endorphins and, well, to make the place look great!

Retailers have moved with the increased demand for houseplants and most now stock a good variety to cater for everyone, so there’s something for every room and every capability of green fingers. A sweetheart plant is a versatile climber happy in shaded rooms, hole-y monstera plants with their unique cut-out leaves thrive in low-light interiors, fiddle leaf fig trees are hardy and bushy but need lots of sun, and snake plants only need infrequent watering to flourish.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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993 days ago

WANTED TO BUY Sewing Machine

Jayne from Te Aro

Sewing machine
* MUST WORK *
Doesn’t matter what it looks like
Or
the age so long as it sews
And
has the regular machine features.

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Sewing machine
* MUST WORK *
Doesn’t matter what it looks like
Or
the age so long as it sews
And
has the regular machine features.

My trusty BERNINA Of 50 years has broken down for the first time ever!
I don’t hold out much hope in it being repaired.
I replaced the lightbulb and it blew and the machine stopped!!

I’m hoping one of my Neighbours has one that is surplus to requirements and is affordable.

Please Private Message me.
Many thanks
Jayne

994 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Klio and Quintus

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Dana and Hamish adopted of Klio and Quintus from the SPCA two years ago.
“Today is the two-year adoptaversay of Klio and Quintus (Charlotte and Quinn). How pawsome! We wanted to let you know that they are both doing very well. Klio went from being very shy to now insisting on always being on our… View more
Dana and Hamish adopted of Klio and Quintus from the SPCA two years ago.
“Today is the two-year adoptaversay of Klio and Quintus (Charlotte and Quinn). How pawsome! We wanted to let you know that they are both doing very well. Klio went from being very shy to now insisting on always being on our laps. Always. Even to the point of trying to get up before we have fully sat down. Quintus was diagnosed with diabetes last January, but has responded very well to the insulin injections and continues to be quite chatty and fluffy. Wishing you all well, and thank you again to the whole team -- your mahi and aroha make such a difference in the lives of kitties and humans alike.”

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