Thorndon, Wellington

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1323 days ago

Polluter to be fined

Reporter Community News

The Wellington City Council is prosecuting a driver who allegedly polluted the south coast.

"The irresponsible actions of a driver not securing their load last Friday resulted in thousands of polystyrene balls scattered around the south coast, devastating for the environment and marine life, … View more
The Wellington City Council is prosecuting a driver who allegedly polluted the south coast.

"The irresponsible actions of a driver not securing their load last Friday resulted in thousands of polystyrene balls scattered around the south coast, devastating for the environment and marine life, and frustrating the affected communities. We identified the offender thanks to eagle-eyed locals, and have started the process of fining him $200."

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1319 days ago

Anzac Day 25 April 2021

Ministry of Culture & Heritage

Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the official events being held to mark New Zealand’s national day of remembrance:

6.00am Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

9.00am Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
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Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the official events being held to mark New Zealand’s national day of remembrance:

6.00am Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

9.00am Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street

11.00am National Commemoration Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

2.30pm Atatürk Memorial Service, Atatürk Memorial, Bowes Crescent, Strathmore

If attending, please follow all relevant COVID-19 guidelines.

For full details, visit www.mch.govt.nz/anzac-day
Find out more

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1322 days ago

Wellington Central Library to get new name: Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui

Reporter Community News

When Wellington’s Central Library finally re-opens in 2025, it will be under a new official name: Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui.
The name has been used as a secondary title for several years, but will now be recognised as the official name of the library as part of a commitment to consult with mana … View more
When Wellington’s Central Library finally re-opens in 2025, it will be under a new official name: Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui.
The name has been used as a secondary title for several years, but will now be recognised as the official name of the library as part of a commitment to consult with mana whenua throughout the design process.
Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui approximately translates to ‘The window to the wider world’.
In October 2020, city councillors voted unanimously to fix and upgrade the earthquake-prone building, which has been closed since March 2019, and officers were told to explore design options.

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1324 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should not be too tough. What are your favourite memories of this gentleman and his store?

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1319 days ago

Lot of Play-doh sets and tools

Leslie and Mike from Wilton

In great condition. Clean.
Ice-cream Castle Set--missing some pieces
Princess Dress Set- complete
Shapes-animals
Alphabet and numbers set-complete
Creative Play Fun Factory--3 of these.

Price: $30

1320 days ago

Puppy harness, leash, collar and coat

Leslie and Mike from Wilton

Great starter pack for a puppy. My Bichon used this from 10 weeks to 4 months. In good used condition. Clean. Leash is included--it matches the collar. Functional and extremely cute! Hoping someone can get use out of it.

Price: $25

1320 days ago

Professional Organiser Available

Carrie from Thorndon

Kiaora neighbours and locals!
I am starting up my own little business, Curate Home. I’m a home Organisation Specialist and would love to help curate your home and control a bit of chaos for you. Anything from the linen cupboard to the storage unit garage that hasn’t seen a car for years.
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Kiaora neighbours and locals!
I am starting up my own little business, Curate Home. I’m a home Organisation Specialist and would love to help curate your home and control a bit of chaos for you. Anything from the linen cupboard to the storage unit garage that hasn’t seen a car for years.
Follow on IG and FB- Curate home nz or flick me a message hello@curatehome.co.nz.

Thanks for reading. ❤️

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1320 days ago

Thermogard ice packs free

Leslie and Mike from Wilton

More Thermogard ice packs available. They are really useful but I have heaps. These are the ones I mean thermogard.com...

Free

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1324 days ago

Water restrictions eased across the region

Reporter Community News

Wellington’s sprinkler ban has been lifted– but with sporadic rain forecast for winter residents still need to avoid wasting water.
The restrictions were put in place for the Hutt Valley, South Wairarapa, Wellington city and Porirua in mid-February as water usage soared during the summer … View more
Wellington’s sprinkler ban has been lifted– but with sporadic rain forecast for winter residents still need to avoid wasting water.
The restrictions were put in place for the Hutt Valley, South Wairarapa, Wellington city and Porirua in mid-February as water usage soared during the summer months.
From Tuesday, residents in Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington city can again use sprinklers and irrigation systems, Wellington Water said. In Upper Hutt and South Wairarapa people can do so every second day, as is usual.
Most of the Wellington region’s drinking water comes from rivers and the Waiwhetu aquifer under the Hutt Valley. River levels fell to 90 per cent before the sprinkler ban.
Meanwhile, people in the Wairarapa town of Carterton still have to boil their water after E. coli bacteria was found in the water supply on March 12.

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1321 days ago

Do you need a retaining wall?

Joshua from Kelburn Price Smart Landscaping and Gardeners

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!
Give us 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!
Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or visit www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.

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1321 days ago

Prospa National Winner - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store!

Prospa

Jazz and his family are proud to be serving their customers and the local community!

Jazz loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Jazz's simple but … View more
Jazz and his family are proud to be serving their customers and the local community!

Jazz loves being a Kiwi and greets every customer into his shop with a broad grin. A friendly smile, a positive can-do attitude and is passionate about running his store. That’s Jazz's simple but effective recipe for success running a local business.

Jazz and his family operate Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store and are hailed as the “ultimate friendly shopkeepers” by his customers. Now Jazz has been recognised for his dedication to the community by being named the country’s National Winner in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards. Jazz and his family are the proud winners of a prize package worth $10,000!

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Nomination Quote - Jazz and his family - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store
"Every member of this family who serves in the shop are very friendly, helpful and always smiling. They get to know all their customers and I have never walked into a shop that makes you feel so welcome. During our first lockdown for Covid, they put food such as milk, bread, out for people who may need it free of charge."

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1322 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture from Louise Thomas.

"It's often as hard to get one of these sitting down as it is to get one in flight. Welcome swallow/warou (Hirundo neoxena). The pink background is caused by the colourful pink aquatic weeds on the fresh water pond at Pauatahanui. Usually hawking in … View more
Words and picture from Louise Thomas.

"It's often as hard to get one of these sitting down as it is to get one in flight. Welcome swallow/warou (Hirundo neoxena). The pink background is caused by the colourful pink aquatic weeds on the fresh water pond at Pauatahanui. Usually hawking in a circuit over the pond, one of the swallows rested briefly to have a good stretch on a stick poking out of the water."

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1322 days ago

A Friday funny

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Enjoy time with friends this weekend.

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1322 days ago

NVE - Has your dog found a leak?

Stacy White from New Vision Enterprises Ltd.

These amazing dogs in Australia detect water and sewage leaks. If your dog detects a leak or a blockage (or if you suspect you have a leak) give us a call now! 04 479 4189 or email info@nve.co.nz

www.sydneywater.com.au...

More reading: www.governmentnews.com.au...

#HereToHelp … View more
These amazing dogs in Australia detect water and sewage leaks. If your dog detects a leak or a blockage (or if you suspect you have a leak) give us a call now! 04 479 4189 or email info@nve.co.nz

www.sydneywater.com.au...

More reading: www.governmentnews.com.au...

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