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Join the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra at Te Papa for a day of free family fun on Saturday 25th November. Celebrate the Christmas season, enjoy the beautiful music, and even sing along to Christmas Carols as an audience member or as part of a special pop-up choir. We can't wait to see you … View moreJoin the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra at Te Papa for a day of free family fun on Saturday 25th November. Celebrate the Christmas season, enjoy the beautiful music, and even sing along to Christmas Carols as an audience member or as part of a special pop-up choir. We can't wait to see you there!
Bush-clad hills, lovely views of Matiu/Somes Island and Wellington Harbour, good coffee – and all yours for only $400,000.
That's the price being sought for Eastbourne's Chocolate Dayz Cafe, which has been put up for sale by owner Sasha Finnigan.
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.
If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at … View moreThe nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening on Sunday 26 November.
If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone. Check whether your phone is on the list and find out more at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable… View moreThe Warehouse is excited to announce that they are rolling out electric vehicle charging stations across the nation! We already have our first one in Royal Oak, Auckland and 20 more to come over the next few months. Those 20 received have funding from the Government’s Electric Vehicle Contestable Fund, meaning we have been able to roll these charging stations out to areas that haven’t seen them before.
Show your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 22 November. We're taking pre-orders now!
Get a group of 5 or more and pre-order strawberry & ice-cream sundaes from $5 each on our website before … View moreShow your support for Mary Potter Hospice and enjoy #SundaesforGood at the annual Mary Potter Hospice Strawberry Festival on Wednesday 22 November. We're taking pre-orders now!
Get a group of 5 or more and pre-order strawberry & ice-cream sundaes from $5 each on our website before Tuesday 21 November at 5pm, and beat the queue! You can collect your order from Midland Park or we can deliver for free within the Wellington CBD on the day between 10am – 3.30pm. Find out more on our website.
If you’ve got a teenager about to leave school, they’re probably trying to figure out what to do next year. It’s a big deal. Tertiary study plus a student loan? Or something completely different? Like a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career … View moreIf you’ve got a teenager about to leave school, they’re probably trying to figure out what to do next year. It’s a big deal. Tertiary study plus a student loan? Or something completely different? Like a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail and retail supply chain or hospitality.
To help make the right choice, ServiceIQ has a special Career Kick-Starter Guide for your school leaver. ServiceIQ is the industry training organisation for a bunch of booming service sectors.
The Career Kick-Starter Guide is FREE! Right here http://www.serviceiq.org.nz
Doctors, nurses, ambulance drivers, munitions workers and land girls – all New Zealand women who put aside their life to lend a hand in WWI.
Historian Jane Tolerton believes their stories have been overlooked and has written a book exploring their contribution. Take a look at some of the … View moreDoctors, nurses, ambulance drivers, munitions workers and land girls – all New Zealand women who put aside their life to lend a hand in WWI.
Historian Jane Tolerton believes their stories have been overlooked and has written a book exploring their contribution. Take a look at some of the incredible stories from New Zealand women.
The Petone wharf was set alight twice over the weekend during Guy Fawkes celebrations. Do you think it's time we seriously considered banning fireworks to avoid these sorts of incidents?
The PM is concerned at the number of pop-up fireworks sellers on the streets, but is not considering … View moreThe Petone wharf was set alight twice over the weekend during Guy Fawkes celebrations. Do you think it's time we seriously considered banning fireworks to avoid these sorts of incidents?
The PM is concerned at the number of pop-up fireworks sellers on the streets, but is not considering banning sales.
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That's right, at your local New World, you could win a $1000 Gift Card. Every $40 you spend when you scan your Clubcard gives you another entry to unwrap an even merrier Christmas. T&Cs apply.
Hi neighbours - it’s Hayley here from the Featherston Street Pain Clinic in Wellington CBD. We’re offering Neighbourly members a 2 for 1 deal on our Mobiliser which helps relieve back, shoulder and neck pain.
The Mobiliser is a flat bed with rollers that run up your spine and gently push you… View moreHi neighbours - it’s Hayley here from the Featherston Street Pain Clinic in Wellington CBD. We’re offering Neighbourly members a 2 for 1 deal on our Mobiliser which helps relieve back, shoulder and neck pain.
The Mobiliser is a flat bed with rollers that run up your spine and gently push you out of a hunched position; this stretches your spine's connective tissue and relieves pain. The Mobiliser is a treatment that’s been tested and approved by the British Military.
All profits from this promotion will go to the SPCA!
Contact us on info@featherstonpainclinic.co.nz or (04) 385 6446.
Over at MindLabKids.com, 5-12 year olds are being challenged to design and create their very own working drawbridge. Watch Oopsie Daisy’s video challenge, create an account for your budding engineer, and have them upload their response on the website.
Get those drawbridges swinging open before… View moreOver at MindLabKids.com, 5-12 year olds are being challenged to design and create their very own working drawbridge. Watch Oopsie Daisy’s video challenge, create an account for your budding engineer, and have them upload their response on the website.
Get those drawbridges swinging open before 1st December and your little one will go into a prize draw to win a free MindLab Kids starter kit, the perfect kid-friendly toolbox for young makers and doers. Plus, the starter kit’s contents can be used to take on even more awesome educational challenges from home!
On 10-12 November four Palmerston North firefighters are walking from Palmerston North to Wellington to raise awareness of motor neurone disease (MND).
To donate to the Extreme Walk team, visit the team’s fundraising page. You can also text WALK to 2449 to donate $3 to MND NZ
If you see us … View moreOn 10-12 November four Palmerston North firefighters are walking from Palmerston North to Wellington to raise awareness of motor neurone disease (MND).
To donate to the Extreme Walk team, visit the team’s fundraising page. You can also text WALK to 2449 to donate $3 to MND NZ
If you see us walking past be sure to come out and give us a wave and cheer us on!
Thanks for your support,
Chris Kennedy, Dan Nesbit, Jeremy Dodge, Justin Storey
Have you signed up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion? Our Dignity Champions stand up with us to help change attitudes and behaviours that devalue older people. Older people are not 'burdens'. Older adults bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and talents to society. By becoming an Age … View moreHave you signed up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion? Our Dignity Champions stand up with us to help change attitudes and behaviours that devalue older people. Older people are not 'burdens'. Older adults bring a wealth of knowledge, skills and talents to society. By becoming an Age Concern Dignity Champion you pledge to treat every older person with respect and dignity- it's that easy. Let's combat ageism in New Zealand. Details on how to sign up are on our website. bit.ly...
Family not interested? Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers next week. We will buy single items or complete collections.
Monday … View moreFamily not interested? Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then please see our buyers next week. We will buy single items or complete collections.
Monday 13th November:
- Paraparaumu, Kapiti Community Centre: 9am - 11am
- Karori, St Ninians Church Hall: 12.30pm - 2pm
- Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt Cossi Club: 3pm - 4.30pm
Tuesday 14th November:
- Miramar, Gateway Baptist Church Hall: 9am - 10.30am
- Waikanae, Waikanae Baptist Church: 12noon - 2pm
- Paraparaumu, Kapiti Community Centre: 3pm - 4.30pm
Wednesday 15th November:
- Khandallah, Khandallah Presbyterian Church: 9am - 11am
- Lower Hutt, Angus Inn: 12noon - 2pm
- Johnsonville, Johnsonville Community Centre: 3pm - 4.30pm
Thursday 16th November:
- Masterton, Lansdowne Church Hall: 9.30am - 12noon
- Greytown, St John Hall: 12.30pm - 2pm
- Carterton, Carterton Events Centre: 2.30pm - 4pm
Friday 17th November:
- Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt Cossi Club: 9am - 11am
- Petone, Petone Workingmens Club: 12noon - 2pm
- Mana, Marina Motor Lodge: 3pm - 4.30pm
Saturday 18th November:
- Waikanae, War Memorial Hall: 9am - 11am
- Porirua, Pataka - Helen Smith Room: 12noon - 2pm
- Lower Hutt, St Pauls Anglican Church: 3pm - 4.30pm
Just two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...
We've teamed up with our friends… View moreJust two weeks in and we've already received dozens of AMAZING applications. In case you didn't notice that sweet little "Colour Your Community" tab on the left hand side of your Neighbourly Home page, here's what's happening...
We've teamed up with our friends at Resene to offer Neighbourly members the chance to apply for one of six prizes to transform a spot in their community that needs a refresh, a spruce or a makeover. You could win up $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories - plus there's spot prizes just for applying! The initiative extends to individuals, organisations, schools, charities, businesses, anyone who wants to make a positive difference in their community. So what are you waiting for?! Apply now.
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