Vogeltown, Wellington

Some communities have been celebrating heritage month ...

Some communities have been celebrating heritage month ...

… and we’re on a mission to find old photos or memories of your neck of the woods! Share your memories so we can all see the evolution of the places we love.

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2765 days ago

Free red couch

Kylie from Mount Victoria

Free red couch, stained and faded but no rips or tears.
Very comfortable John Young furniture brand.
Approx 1800mm long and 900mm wide and high.
Must be picked up in Mt Vic. 0275308185

Free

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2765 days ago

NZSL courses

Amber from Island Bay

NZSL courses now available in Kapiti, Lower Hutt and Wellington starting in 2 weeks time for $50! More details - check out on nzsl4u.courses - book your space! Please feel free to share away!

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2770 days ago

Little Blue Penguin death

Dolf from Island Bay

This dead korora was found opposite 186 - 188 The Esplanade, Island Bay, on Sunday 5th about 11:00, and it disappeared some time afterwards.

DOC would like to see the body. Does anyone have information as to where it went?

We think it was one of a nesting pair we know about on the houses … View more
This dead korora was found opposite 186 - 188 The Esplanade, Island Bay, on Sunday 5th about 11:00, and it disappeared some time afterwards.

DOC would like to see the body. Does anyone have information as to where it went?

We think it was one of a nesting pair we know about on the houses side of the street.

With thanks
Dolf van Asbeck

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2769 days ago

Is it OK for cafes to turn away mums with prams?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Both coffee and controversy is brewing in wider Wellington region at the moment on the topic of prams in cafes.

A cafe in Petone doesn't allow buggies and prams in the cafe when two designated areas up front by the window are full. This is due to space and safety reasons. … View more
Hi neighbours,

Both coffee and controversy is brewing in wider Wellington region at the moment on the topic of prams in cafes.

A cafe in Petone doesn't allow buggies and prams in the cafe when two designated areas up front by the window are full. This is due to space and safety reasons. However, some mums have hit out saying it isn't "child friendly". Other cafes have now chimed into the debate. We want to know your thoughts on the topic.

Are you a mum with a pram that's been turned away from a cafe? Or perhaps you're a business owner that struggles to fit prams on the premise. Perhaps you're a customer with an opinion to share. Let us know your thoughts in the replies! (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2774 days ago

Wellington United AFC celebrates 125 years

Jo from Wellington United Associated Football Club

A reminder that ticket sales for Saturday's Celebration of 125 years of Wellington United AFC close at midday Friday. If you haven't purchased your ticket please do so asap.

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2766 days ago

Massey University Wellington Open Day

Massey University College of Creative Arts

Get to know Massey. Visit our Wellington Campus.

Open Day is a full on experience with information and entertainment where you can:
- Find out what area of study suits you.
- Attend our subject specific presentations and discover everything you need to know about our degree programmes.
- … View more
Get to know Massey. Visit our Wellington Campus.

Open Day is a full on experience with information and entertainment where you can:
- Find out what area of study suits you.
- Attend our subject specific presentations and discover everything you need to know about our degree programmes.
- Visit our hubs, where you can chat one-on-one with staff and students.

Registration allows you to receive any changes in the schedule and stay up to date with any Open Day news.

We look forward to meeting you.

2768 days ago

Accessibility and Community Awards

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

It was fantastic to see many groups and individuals (including supreme winner Soup Kitchen Wellington) recognised as we celebrated the Accessibility Awards & Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards on 26 July. Our website has now been updated with a list of groups/awards and a selection of… View moreIt was fantastic to see many groups and individuals (including supreme winner Soup Kitchen Wellington) recognised as we celebrated the Accessibility Awards & Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards on 26 July. Our website has now been updated with a list of groups/awards and a selection of photos from the evening.

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2767 days ago

Sirens on cuba st?

Lenette from Te Aro

Does anyone know why a siren keeps going off on Cuba St? It's been blaring for a couple seconds then cutting out and has been doing this intermittently for the past hour or so.

2767 days ago

Te Kāuru Upper Ruamāhanga Floodplain Management Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

The Te Kāuru Upper Ruamāhanga Floodplain Management Plan Subcommittee and project team started reaching out to affected landowners through informal coffee group meetings. We are looking for feedback on whether Te Kāuru is heading in the right direction. We really appreciate the response of the … View moreThe Te Kāuru Upper Ruamāhanga Floodplain Management Plan Subcommittee and project team started reaching out to affected landowners through informal coffee group meetings. We are looking for feedback on whether Te Kāuru is heading in the right direction. We really appreciate the response of the community including Mia (pictured) – one of our cutest attendees at one of the coffee groups – for their feedback, questions and level of engagement.

Read more about Te Kāuru at www.tekauru.co.nz...

2767 days ago

Garden Sort Out Tricks....

Ingrid from Brooklyn

By doing a few clever tasks now your garden will be sorted through summer.
 1. Do a quick weed.
 2. Plant evergreen shrubs to fill gaps.
 3. Put on mulch 10cm thick (reducing light to the soil). Option: lay down newspaper under the mulch (superettes often have old newspapers to give away).
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By doing a few clever tasks now your garden will be sorted through summer.
 1. Do a quick weed.
 2. Plant evergreen shrubs to fill gaps.
 3. Put on mulch 10cm thick (reducing light to the soil). Option: lay down newspaper under the mulch (superettes often have old newspapers to give away).
My pick of plants this month are: Eriostemon myoporoides (tough and pretty), Campanula Resholts (hardy and colourful), Convolvulus cneorum (elegant and trustworthy). If you would like advice specific to you and your garden please contact me with regards to my Garden Consultation service. igotlieb.wixsite.com/landscapedesign

Price: $390

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2767 days ago

Samaritans Appeal. Donate now.

Jo Leahy from Samaritans of Wellington Incorporated

Each year more Kiwis die by suicide than on our roads. Samaritans are dedicated to preventing suicide.

We provide free telephone counselling 24/7 to anyone feeling lonely, depressed or suicidal. Last year Samaritans answered over 30,000 calls from people who felt like they had nobody else to … View more
Each year more Kiwis die by suicide than on our roads. Samaritans are dedicated to preventing suicide.

We provide free telephone counselling 24/7 to anyone feeling lonely, depressed or suicidal. Last year Samaritans answered over 30,000 calls from people who felt like they had nobody else to talk to. But we need your help.

Samaritans receive no government funding. It’s your donations that keep our phone lines open. Donate to Samaritans Appeal today so we can help Kiwis who are struggling to cope, before they lose hope.
Donate here!

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2768 days ago

Home Cleaner Available

Michelle from Mount Cook

Need a home cleaner
I am dependable, experienced,
and ready to start today.
Call or text MICHELLE
020 4008 4296.

2768 days ago

Poll: Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Fiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the … View moreFiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the South Island think?

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Does the South Island have cultural cringe about our native plants?
  • 19.3% I grow heaps of natives and I'm in the South Island.
    19.3% Complete
  • 22.3% I'm in the South Island and I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics.
    22.3% Complete
  • 22% I'm in the North Island and it's all natives at my place.
    22% Complete
  • 36.4% I love pretty flowers, edibles and exotics and I'm in the North Island.
    36.4% Complete
264 votes
2768 days ago

Pets At Home

Just Paterson

JP agent Caroline Collison knows exactly how to prep your new home for ‘all’ the important members of your family. Here she is, doing some home wear shopping, at the Smack Bang store, for her pug, Louie.​

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2768 days ago

Police exercises in Wellington

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Police are conducting training exercises in parts of Wellington this weekend and are advising residents not to be alarmed.

Members of the National Special Tactics Group (STG) are participating in routine training exercises at Arlington Apartments on Hopper Street on Saturday 11 and … View more
New Zealand Police are conducting training exercises in parts of Wellington this weekend and are advising residents not to be alarmed.

Members of the National Special Tactics Group (STG) are participating in routine training exercises at Arlington Apartments on Hopper Street on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 August, between 9am and 4pm.

Another exercise is being held at the former teachers’ college campus on Donald Street in Karori between 10am and 10pm on Monday 13 August.

Commander of Police Operations Support, Inspector Geoff Jago, says the exercises involve pyrotechnics and Police in full tactical uniform.

“Members of the public may see armed Police at Arlington Apartments or around Donald Street in Karori but there is no cause for concern — these exercises are part of our routine training cycle to ensure staff remain well trained and prepared for a range of eventualities. We apologise for any disruption or inconvenience this may cause.”

Read more here

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