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586 days ago

SAMSUNG VS APPLE

The Team from NZ Compare

The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of … View more
The comparison you've been waiting for! Are you team Apple or team Samsung?!

Both companies have their own strengths and weaknesses when it comes to technology and it can get pretty heated. It's always best to check before you invest - so compare the pro's and con's of Samsung and Apple now with this easy guide.

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586 days ago

Capital City Science Educators Mini Expo - 10 May

Cate from Island Bay

Wellington teachers... come see and hear about all the great resources, services and programmes available to enhance your science teaching at the Science Education Mini-Expo happening on 10 May, 3.45-5.30pm at St Pat's College, Kilbirnie! Suitable for primary, intermediate and secondary … View moreWellington teachers... come see and hear about all the great resources, services and programmes available to enhance your science teaching at the Science Education Mini-Expo happening on 10 May, 3.45-5.30pm at St Pat's College, Kilbirnie! Suitable for primary, intermediate and secondary teachers.

CCSE Mini-expo 2023 Flyer v2.pdf Download View

586 days ago

Would you speak up?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage … View more
Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage you to speak up and raise issues early.

For phone and internet disputes, talk to your provider first and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved or if you need some extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

To get in touch or find out more, visit www.tdr.org.nz or freephone 0508 98 98 98.
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587 days ago

World Haiku Poetry Day

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry made of short, unrhymed lines that evoke natural imagery. Haiku can come in a variety of different formats of short verses, though the most common is a three-line poem with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern. Have a go and share your Haiku in the comments below!

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587 days ago

Painting, decorating and waterblaster services

Tomas from Tradie ArT Solutions

Restoring old and delicate houses? We've got you covered! Our expert painting and decoration services in Wellington are perfect for those looking to refresh their home's unique character and charm. Using only the highest quality materials and techniques, we guarantee a flawless finish … View moreRestoring old and delicate houses? We've got you covered! Our expert painting and decoration services in Wellington are perfect for those looking to refresh their home's unique character and charm. Using only the highest quality materials and techniques, we guarantee a flawless finish every time. Contact us now for a quoting and transform your space today

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587 days ago

Traffic delays into Wellington Central

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There is congestion into Wellington City this morning due to the presence of eight Restore Passenger Rail protesters who are blocking lanes. These disruptions are on Wellington's SH1 near the Terrace Tunnel.

Waka Kotahi said Wellington's Terrace Tunnel is closed to traffic heading … View more
There is congestion into Wellington City this morning due to the presence of eight Restore Passenger Rail protesters who are blocking lanes. These disruptions are on Wellington's SH1 near the Terrace Tunnel.

Waka Kotahi said Wellington's Terrace Tunnel is closed to traffic heading southbound, and warned commuters to "expect delays". Northbound lanes near the tunnel are partially blocked and moving slowly.

It's been said that a protester has glued their hands to the road and is needing assistance to be removed.

"Police advise motorists to avoid the area and expect delays."

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587 days ago

Join Anzac Day commemorations in Wellington

Ministry of Culture & Heritage

Anzac Day commemorates all New Zealanders killed in war and honours our returned servicemen and women.

Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the following events:

6.00 am: Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am: Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph … View more
Anzac Day commemorates all New Zealanders killed in war and honours our returned servicemen and women.

Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the following events:

6.00 am: Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am: Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, cnr Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
11.00 am: National Commemoration Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
2.30 pm: Atatürk Memorial Service, Atatürk Memorial, Bowes Crescent, Strathmore

The Dawn and National Commemoration Services will be broadcast live by TVNZ 1 and RNZ National.

Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place. Visit the Manatū Taonga website for full details.
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587 days ago

Literary Witches Meet Again at Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

This April and May, the Weird Sisters “meet again” at Circa Theatre with a spinoff from a local Wellingtonian writer, James Cain.

The Coven on Grey Street follows the lives of Sybil, Daphne and Fay, the three witches from Shakespeare’s Macbeth, who have settled in Hamilton, New Zealand … View more
This April and May, the Weird Sisters “meet again” at Circa Theatre with a spinoff from a local Wellingtonian writer, James Cain.

The Coven on Grey Street follows the lives of Sybil, Daphne and Fay, the three witches from Shakespeare’s Macbeth, who have settled in Hamilton, New Zealand and are finally reuniting after a long estrangement.

Directed by Harriet Prebble (Dungeoning & Dragoning), Red Scare Theatre Company’s latest production features an iconic cast of Irene Wood, Hilary Norris, Helen Moulder and Peter Hambleton.

29 April–27 May, Circa Two, Tues – Sat 7.30pm & Sun 4.30pm, $30 – $55.
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588 days ago

Regular garden maintenance visits available!

The Urban Gardener

Keep your garden looking good during these colder months with regular pruning, weeding, hedge trimming, fertilising and lawn care!

The Urban Gardener has the knowledge and expertise to ensure your garden looks its best throughout the autumn season. Whether you need a one-time clean-up or regular… View more
Keep your garden looking good during these colder months with regular pruning, weeding, hedge trimming, fertilising and lawn care!

The Urban Gardener has the knowledge and expertise to ensure your garden looks its best throughout the autumn season. Whether you need a one-time clean-up or regular maintenance, we offer flexible service options to meet your needs.

Contact us today to schedule a site visit.
info@theurbangardener.co.nz
027 562 2690
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588 days ago

Got a small business? We've got a sale!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just for April we're offering a very special discount on our Premium Business Listings! Usually $399*, you can grab a Premium Listing for just $199* for the whole year.

Here's five great things a Premium Listing will get you:
- up to 40,000 neighbours living around your business to … View more
Just for April we're offering a very special discount on our Premium Business Listings! Usually $399*, you can grab a Premium Listing for just $199* for the whole year.

Here's five great things a Premium Listing will get you:
- up to 40,000 neighbours living around your business to connect
- message scheduling (set and forget!)
- improved SEO (improve your online footprint!)
- fortnightly tips and tricks from the Neighbourly team to ensure your Premium Listing works for you
- support from the Neighbourly team whenever you need it

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590 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This weeks contribution is from Simon Woolf.
"White Fronted Terns are great little birds. They are fantastic fliers, and superb hunters, diving for fish, and having a pretty good success rate too."

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590 days ago

April 2023 Newsletter of the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Hello,

On behalf of the Executive, we hope you had a pleasant Easter and if you are on school holiday dutries, that they are going ok. Please find attached the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc April 2023 Newsletter.

We hope to see you at our next meeting on Tuesday the 16th of … View more
Hello,

On behalf of the Executive, we hope you had a pleasant Easter and if you are on school holiday dutries, that they are going ok. Please find attached the Greater Brooklyn Residents Association Inc April 2023 Newsletter.

We hope to see you at our next meeting on Tuesday the 16th of April.

Yours sincerely,

Carl Savage
Secretary
Yours sincerely,


for and on behalf of
*Greater Brooklyn Residents Association* *Incorporated (GBRAI)*
P: Brooklyn Community Centre, 18 Harrison Street, Brooklyn, Wellington, 6021
E: brooklynresidentswellington@gmail.com

590 days ago

WCC Public hearings about housing intensification, sunlight planes and increased height limits

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

GBRAI are posting this to allow wider public knowledge of what is being planned and proposed in regards to Wellingtons housing intensification, sun lifght planes and housing intensification. Sourced from Scoop media site which is one of the few media outlets closely covering these hearings. GBRAI … View moreGBRAI are posting this to allow wider public knowledge of what is being planned and proposed in regards to Wellingtons housing intensification, sun lifght planes and housing intensification. Sourced from Scoop media site which is one of the few media outlets closely covering these hearings. GBRAI notes that there are various opinions on this and this is circulated for wider citizen / pubilc information. See the folowing links...

wellington.scoop.co.nz...
wellington.scoop.co.nz...

594 days ago

Do we need better animal welfare rules in Aotearoa?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

CDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare … View moreCDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare rules for dogs?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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591 days ago

World Scrabble Day

NumberWorks'nWords Kilbirnie

Each year on National Scrabble Day, April 13th recognises a game played around the world. Originally named Lexiko and then Criss-Cross Words, Alfred Mosher Butts eventually settled on the name Scrabble. The amateur artist and unemployed architect developed the word game in the midst of the … View moreEach year on National Scrabble Day, April 13th recognises a game played around the world. Originally named Lexiko and then Criss-Cross Words, Alfred Mosher Butts eventually settled on the name Scrabble. The amateur artist and unemployed architect developed the word game in the midst of the depression. Still, it wasn’t until 1948, a final name change and a trademark that Butts finally began to produce the game.

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