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Meet Sydney from Napier. His owner, Lisa Brownlee, says he enjoys the warmer weather.
The Pet of the Day will no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday. If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz
Hi Neighbours - looking for a fun-filled afternoon for the family? For just $10 for a child ticket and $15 for an adult, please join us at our Christmas concert.
With all your Christmas favourites, featuring a beautiful Samoan choir and other special guests, this promises to be a delightful day… View moreHi Neighbours - looking for a fun-filled afternoon for the family? For just $10 for a child ticket and $15 for an adult, please join us at our Christmas concert.
With all your Christmas favourites, featuring a beautiful Samoan choir and other special guests, this promises to be a delightful day out. We’ll also have bouncy castles and face paints before the show for the little ones.
If you would like tickets, please do act quickly, as this will sell out fast.
Sunday 13 December 2.30pm at the Michael Fowler Centre. Pre-concert entertainment from 1.30pm in the Renouf Foyer.
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This month we're asking our communities 4 big questions. Your responses will help inform decisions about where to focus Council activity over the next 20 years.
Our first question for you is: What matters most in your community as we navigate through this global pandemic.
Watch this video … View moreThis month we're asking our communities 4 big questions. Your responses will help inform decisions about where to focus Council activity over the next 20 years.
Our first question for you is: What matters most in your community as we navigate through this global pandemic.
Watch this video to hear what some Kāpiti Coast locals have to say about this - you may spot some familiar faces. Have your say and learn more at whatmattersmost.kapiticoast.govt.nz or visit your local library or Council service centre.
Hi Neighbourly folk, this week I am featuring a new photographer Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
Check out what she had to say about a photo she took of a tui.
"On my way home to lunch I came across this tui sitting on my neighbour's kowhai tree just singing away...I got as close as I … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, this week I am featuring a new photographer Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
Check out what she had to say about a photo she took of a tui.
"On my way home to lunch I came across this tui sitting on my neighbour's kowhai tree just singing away...I got as close as I could thinking he would fly away but he just kept singing....just singing in the rain."
We have 6 sliding wardrobe doors and one fixed section if anyone wants them. Text 021344253.
Dumbo Stalls, Then Ignores, Trump's Flight Plan, by Andy.
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Kia ora
Does anybody have Harry Potter books that they don't want anymore?
Id like to borrow them or buy :)
Four ex-Wellingtonians have played a leading role in a achieving a great result for a group of indigenous students in the tiny Northern Territory of Wayede.
Principal John Young, secondary school head Matthew Spring, and teachers Anna Shaw and Rebecca Young have all taught or led schools in New … View moreFour ex-Wellingtonians have played a leading role in a achieving a great result for a group of indigenous students in the tiny Northern Territory of Wayede.
Principal John Young, secondary school head Matthew Spring, and teachers Anna Shaw and Rebecca Young have all taught or led schools in New Zealand’s capital.
The Australian town recently celebrated an achievement years in the making, when seven students from Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr College received their diplomas, the first to do so since a single student graduated in 2014.
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Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.
Plants for sale at Waikanae Community Market, Saturday mornings, and and Otaki Market, Sundays 9.00 - 2.00.
Large grade heirloom tomatoes - over 50 varieties but some selling out really fast, so don't delay. Email thepassingshow@xtra.co.nz for full list.
Zucchini and scallopini, including … View morePlants for sale at Waikanae Community Market, Saturday mornings, and and Otaki Market, Sundays 9.00 - 2.00.
Large grade heirloom tomatoes - over 50 varieties but some selling out really fast, so don't delay. Email thepassingshow@xtra.co.nz for full list.
Zucchini and scallopini, including zucchini "Fiorentino", much sought after by Italian chefs.
Sweet capsicum (the first hot chillies are a week away).
Cucumbers (several varieties) coming soon.
Feedback is now open on the Draft Management Plan for Mākara, Karori and Tawa cemeteries.
Your feedback will help us to finalise the plan and ensure we can meet the short and long-term needs of our growing city.
To have your say on this important issue, visit: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz... … View moreFeedback is now open on the Draft Management Plan for Mākara, Karori and Tawa cemeteries.
Your feedback will help us to finalise the plan and ensure we can meet the short and long-term needs of our growing city.
To have your say on this important issue, visit: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz... Submissions close 5pm Friday 11 December 2020.
Greater Wellington Regional Council staff are moving into the iconic Farmers building on Cuba St.
We’re hosting a community open day to show invited friends, neighbours, and whānau around our new home.
This is an opportunity to be taken around this beautifully renovated building by Greater … View moreGreater Wellington Regional Council staff are moving into the iconic Farmers building on Cuba St.
We’re hosting a community open day to show invited friends, neighbours, and whānau around our new home.
This is an opportunity to be taken around this beautifully renovated building by Greater Wellington councillors and staff.
9-11am on Sunday 15 November at 100 Cuba Street
Please RSVP by Thursday 12 November by emailing TatouRohe@gw.govt.nz with your name to secure your spot.
Kia ora mai, looking forward to meeting you!
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