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1467 days ago

Favourite summer holiday spots

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite summer holiday spots in NZ. Is there somewhere you keep returning to year after year and, if so, what are the main attractions? What makes it such a stand-out spot? Any tips you may be able to offer on the best things to see and do there… View more
Hi everyone,
We'd be keen to hear about your favourite summer holiday spots in NZ. Is there somewhere you keep returning to year after year and, if so, what are the main attractions? What makes it such a stand-out spot? Any tips you may be able to offer on the best things to see and do there - as well as the best places to grab a drink or bite to eat - would be much appreciated. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it to appear in a travel article. Thanks again.

1468 days ago

Take a look at Transmission Gully

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, take a look at the attached video on Transmission Gully.
On Monday, media were invited to take the first journey along the full 27-kilometre motorway, which Waka Kotahi NZTA says is now 85 per cent complete. It is due to open in September 2021.

1463 days ago

Sustainable Santa Market - Meet the makers - Sat 5 Dec, Wellington.

Sustainability Trust

Spotlight on Tallulah.

Meet Tallulah. We first crossed paths with Tallulah when she was working on a passion project: Eco Made Easy, a no-frills guide to sustainable student living in Wellington. After swiftly spotting her talent, we nabbed her to design the amazing illustrations on our website
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Spotlight on Tallulah.

Meet Tallulah. We first crossed paths with Tallulah when she was working on a passion project: Eco Made Easy, a no-frills guide to sustainable student living in Wellington. After swiftly spotting her talent, we nabbed her to design the amazing illustrations on our website

An illustrator and textile designer with a passion for sustainability, Tallulah also hand makes colourful and playful creations and prints.

The best words of advice she's ever received is: "leap before you're ready".. and based on what she's achieved, it's safe to say that she listened.

Come meet Tallulah at our Sustainable Santa Market. But don't poach her cause we will cry.

Sat 5 Dec from 10.30 am to 4 pm, 2 Forresters Lane, Wellington

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1465 days ago

Cemeteries Management Plan - drop-in sessions

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

As part of our consultation on the draft Cemeteries Management Plan, we’re hosting some drop-in sessions this Saturday, 28 November.

Join us at Karori Cemetery from 9am to 11am, or at Makara Cemetery from 2-4pm, where we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.

In case of bad … View more
As part of our consultation on the draft Cemeteries Management Plan, we’re hosting some drop-in sessions this Saturday, 28 November.

Join us at Karori Cemetery from 9am to 11am, or at Makara Cemetery from 2-4pm, where we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.

In case of bad weather, the postponement date will be Sunday 29 November. Check our Facebook page for updates.

The draft plan is open for feedback until 5pm Friday 11 December. Find out more and have your say here: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

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1466 days ago

Help wanted for story on GPs

Reporter Community News

One of our journalists is looking for people who are struggling to access a GP or have to travel a long way see a GP.
If you can help contact bridie.witton@fairfaxmedia.co.nz

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1464 days ago

Volunteers needed

Lorna Harvey from

Age Concern Wellington is looking for volunteers in Miramar, Wainuiomata, and Porirua. If you have a heart for seniors and a little spare time, please email ea@acwellington.org.nz. Thanks!

1464 days ago

Sustainable Santa Market - Meet the makers - Sat 5 Dec, Wellington

Sustainability Trust

Spotlight on Earthlink Kids

Our friends at Earthlink Kids are all about saving the planet - one person at a time

Doing good on all fronts, they work with those with mental health, and other similar barriers, to help them get into employment - through things like work experience, mainly in their… View more
Spotlight on Earthlink Kids

Our friends at Earthlink Kids are all about saving the planet - one person at a time

Doing good on all fronts, they work with those with mental health, and other similar barriers, to help them get into employment - through things like work experience, mainly in their recycling department.

Earthlink Kids is a part of this division

Earthlink Kids takes unwanted corporate uniforms and turns them into cute outfits for kids. Not only are they keeping textile waste out of landfill, but they're also raising money to help keep their operations running.

Come and have a yarn to Chris and co at our Sustainable Santa Market.

Sat 5 Dec from 10.30 am to 4 pm, 2 Forresters Lane, Wellington

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1464 days ago

Next meeting 2 December

Barry Phease from Te Aro Toastmasters

Hi ,Te Aro toastmasters club welcomes guests who want to learn about toastmasters. Come along and practice public speaking in front of a friendly audience. We can help with confidence and with tips to improve your speaking ability.
We start at 5:30, but best come 10 minutes earlier to meet us so… View more
Hi ,Te Aro toastmasters club welcomes guests who want to learn about toastmasters. Come along and practice public speaking in front of a friendly audience. We can help with confidence and with tips to improve your speaking ability.
We start at 5:30, but best come 10 minutes earlier to meet us so we can find out who you are and what you are looking to learn. If you like, it is good to let me know that you are coming in advance.

1464 days ago

Love is the air for Zealandia takahē

Reporter Community News

Zealandia is reporting that one of their takahē is sitting on a nest.
"While we are excited about this, these birds live at Zealandia as a retiree couple, which means the likelihood of any egg hatching is quite low."
Takahē live in swampy environments and so run the risk of their egg … View more
Zealandia is reporting that one of their takahē is sitting on a nest.
"While we are excited about this, these birds live at Zealandia as a retiree couple, which means the likelihood of any egg hatching is quite low."
Takahē live in swampy environments and so run the risk of their egg washing away in big weather events. Zealandia say they will do their best to protect the nest and are promising to keep the public informed of any positive outcomes.

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1464 days ago

Bose SoundSport® Wireless Headphones

Linda from Te Aro

Great condition. Case, recharging wire and headphones

Price: $25

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1465 days ago

Cosmetic Organiser

Linda from Te Aro

Cosmetic Organiser- perfect condition- 34cm x 21cm

Price: $10

1467 days ago

Tender or auction, what do you prefer?

Reporter Community News

Selling a house is always stressful and in Wellington the preferred option is tender.
Just 7.9 per cent of sales went under the auctioneer’s hammer in Wellington last month, compared with 40.6 per cent in Auckland. Meanwhile, tenders made up only one per cent of sales in the City of Sails, and … View more
Selling a house is always stressful and in Wellington the preferred option is tender.
Just 7.9 per cent of sales went under the auctioneer’s hammer in Wellington last month, compared with 40.6 per cent in Auckland. Meanwhile, tenders made up only one per cent of sales in the City of Sails, and two-thirds in the capital.

Please put NFP if you don want your comments used by Stuff.

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1465 days ago

It’s going to be A Very Welly Christmas this weekend

Reporter Community News

The annual A Very Welly Christmas event will take over the CBD for two days of whānau friendly fun and festivities – and everyone’s invited.
For two days along Lambton Quay and some surrounding streets, there’ll be an ice rink, foam cannon, face painting, food trucks, kiddie crafts, carols, … View more
The annual A Very Welly Christmas event will take over the CBD for two days of whānau friendly fun and festivities – and everyone’s invited.
For two days along Lambton Quay and some surrounding streets, there’ll be an ice rink, foam cannon, face painting, food trucks, kiddie crafts, carols, performers and of course Santa will make an appearance – and will be welcoming visitors to his grotto.

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1465 days ago

Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development

Simone Borgstede from Wellington City Council

You've still got until Monday 30 November to have your say on the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept!

Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much needed housing.

For more … View more
You've still got until Monday 30 November to have your say on the Upper Stebbings and Glenside West development concept!

Wellington City expects its population to grow by 50,000 – 80,000 people over the next 30 years and this development will help to provide much needed housing.

For more information and to give your feedback, head to:
wellington.govt.nz...

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1467 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, you will all know who is in the photo but where and when was this picture taken?

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