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Lockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel and big sister Avah she… View moreLockdown and birthdays are two words that do not go well together.
Children love celebrating their birthday but with social distancing and bubbles birthday parties are no go under lockdown.
When Emery Maclean set out on her morning lockdown walk with mum Abby Vogel and big sister Avah she quickly realised this one was extra special.
Within minutes the 4-year-old spotted a collection of balloons tied to a gate – and the shocked girl was told by her mum they were for her birthday.
It is lovely to see neighbours pitching in to help the youngster. If you have a birthday or a especial anniversary (wedding, 21st etc), have you thought about how you are going to celebrate it?
If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
… View moreIf you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.
Kia ora, Wellington libraries are closed temporarily to support efforts in reducing the spread of Coronavirus.
If you have any library items on loan, their due dates have been extended automatically to at least Tuesday 28 September. Please keep them at home while our libraries are shut.
If you … View moreKia ora, Wellington libraries are closed temporarily to support efforts in reducing the spread of Coronavirus.
If you have any library items on loan, their due dates have been extended automatically to at least Tuesday 28 September. Please keep them at home while our libraries are shut.
If you have reserved items ready for pickup, they will be held until one week after libraries reopen.
While we are closed, library members can access a range of online resources in our eLibrary - including storytimes, eBooks, magazines, movies, and online courses.
If you have any questions, please contact Wellington City Libraries by email (enquiries@wcl.govt.nz), calling 04 801 4040 during office hours or message us on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
As you probably know, alert Level 4 has been extended. New Zealand will continue at Alert Level 4 until Friday 27 August 2021 at 11.59pm, with a review on the same day. Auckland will remain at Alert Level 4 until 11.59pm Tuesday 31 August 2021. This will be reviewed on Monday 30 August 2021.
On … View moreAs you probably know, alert Level 4 has been extended. New Zealand will continue at Alert Level 4 until Friday 27 August 2021 at 11.59pm, with a review on the same day. Auckland will remain at Alert Level 4 until 11.59pm Tuesday 31 August 2021. This will be reviewed on Monday 30 August 2021.
On the bright side, the Tuis are busy in our gardens and Spring is around the corner! We have lots of information and a little entertainment in our eNewsletter - please click on the link below...
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We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own … View moreWe love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.
He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."
If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here
Wellington photographer Simon Woolf is posting a picture every day of a flower from his garden
"Fragrant and pretty, Earlicheer, is today's Daily Daffodil (Yes it is part of the Narcissus Family!)."
Please post a picture of your garden and any early spring flowers you have.
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View moreNow that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?
Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love … View moreHi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love to see a picture or hear your teddies story.
Dear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View moreDear neighbours,
We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.
Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.
Two more Covid cases have been found in Wellington and a further 33 in Auckland. Remember to check out the latest list of locations of interest and to stay at home.
Click on Read More to check out Wellington Locations of Interest
Skilled painters/ plasterers. Offering:
- Interior & exterior house painting
- Interior plastering
- Cabinet refinishing
- Roof, fence, deck painting | Staining
- Paint stripping | Water blasting
… View moreSkilled painters/ plasterers. Offering:
- Interior & exterior house painting
- Interior plastering
- Cabinet refinishing
- Roof, fence, deck painting | Staining
- Paint stripping | Water blasting
Fast services, competitive price, excellent finish. All jobs are guaranteed for 3+ years.
Contact for free quotes and estimates:
Ph 022 466 1457 (William Tran)
E info@zebrapainting.co.nz
For more information, please visit us at:
www.zebrapainting.co.nz...
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No Job Too Big or Too Small
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Jude Dickens
William has carried out painting for me in two properties. He is very professional and reliable, and he works quickly and carefully. I am very pleased with the results and would definitely recommend him.
Mark Derby
I want to thank William Tran for the great job of getting my bathrooms and kitchen painted within four days. I am very happy and will recommend William’s company when I hear of someone who is in need of painting their houses.
John Piercy
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Zebra Painting Ltd for the superior interior painting job that was performed on my house. I would like to direct my gratitude and appreciation especially to William Tran. My decision on choosing Zebra Painting Ltd was based on William’s professionalism, knowledge of his trade and the confidence in convincing me that he would make sure that I will be satisfied with the results when the work was completed, and he was right.
I certainly will recommend William to my family and friends. Thank you again for doing such an excellent job.
Jennifer Thompson
Excellent job and very pleased with the result of the work. William has made such an amazing finish. Many thanks.
Christine Smith
I wanted to especially to express my thanks to William who was always helpful and went beyond his job to do some minor repairs around the house. He was very patient with me when I couldn’t decide on the paint colour and he showed me some colour charts and I narrowed it down to two colours that I liked and he had colour samples painted on the wall so I could see the comparison which helped me select the paint colour.
In short, Zebra Painting Ltd did an excellent job and the house and garage look great and I would definitely recommend your company to my family and friends.
Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?
"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View moreKathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?
"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Here is a picture to cheer you up.
"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View moreHere is a picture to cheer you up.
"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.
Hi People, does anyone know how to access the 'popular times' graph app for supermarkets ? I used it last year and it was really useful but can't find it now ... I really need to manage my visit times as have a broken vertebrae and can't manage standing for very long .. any help… View moreHi People, does anyone know how to access the 'popular times' graph app for supermarkets ? I used it last year and it was really useful but can't find it now ... I really need to manage my visit times as have a broken vertebrae and can't manage standing for very long .. any help much appreciated :) nga mihi Ruth
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