Colonial Knob, Porirua

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3032 days ago

Poll: Need some help at home?

Student Job Search

For 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know … View moreFor 35 years Student Job Search has been providing a free employment service for students and employers, covering a whole range of jobs. We understand that sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day for all those household tasks! That's why we're here to help. We want to know the number one job that you would like help with at home! Vote below.

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Need some help at home?
  • 40.2% Cleaning
    40.2% Complete
  • 48.7% Gardening
    48.7% Complete
  • 3.5% Childcare
    3.5% Complete
  • 1.9% Home tutoring
    1.9% Complete
  • 1.7% Help moving house
    1.7% Complete
  • 0.8% Filing documents
    0.8% Complete
  • 3.1% General errands
    3.1% Complete
1566 votes
3032 days ago

NEW Early Learning Centre - Wellington Central

Barnardos Early Learning Centre - Wellington Central

We’re excited to announce our new Barnardos Early Learning Centre will be opening on Webb Street this October, welcoming all kiwi kids ages 0-5.

Barnardos are New Zealand’s leading expert in early learning and childcare, doing more for kiwi kids for 40 years.

Open longer hours: 7:00am … View more
We’re excited to announce our new Barnardos Early Learning Centre will be opening on Webb Street this October, welcoming all kiwi kids ages 0-5.

Barnardos are New Zealand’s leading expert in early learning and childcare, doing more for kiwi kids for 40 years.

Open longer hours: 7:00am – 6:30pm, Monday – Friday.
Limited spaces available, pre-enrol your child today.

For more information visit our website or our Neighbourly page.
Phone or text Aimee on 027 201 8103
Email: info@barnardos.org.nz
Learn more

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3033 days ago

REAL NZ: The great New Zealand state of the nation survey

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And … View moreHi neighbours. We've all seen the polls about how New Zealand feels. But what about our communities? Ahead of this month's election, this is a chance to tell our country's aspiring leaders how optimistic or pessimistic you and your neighbours are feeling about the future. And it's just 10 short multi-choice questions!

Take the survey today and we'll put you in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards.

The findings will be reported next weekend in the Sunday Star-Times and on Neighbourly.co.nz.
Take the survey

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3035 days ago

The Great Kiwi Bee Count

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi there neighbours, hope you're taking part! Here's the link.

3034 days ago

The Great Kiwi Bee Count: in pictures

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Most of us will never get THIS upclose with those buzzy pollinators, so we thought you might enjoy this gallery.

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3035 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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3035 days ago

Kickstart your restoration project in Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour Catchment

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We’re looking for passionate conservation groups to apply for the Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour Catchment Restoration Fund which supports groups to restore native plants and improve the local ecology for up to three years.

Apply now and kickstart your restoration project: bit.ly...

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3035 days ago

Don't miss Delaney Davidson at Wellington Museum

Wellington Museum

Singer-Songwriter. Noir protagonist. Outlaw phantom. Don’t miss Delaney Davidson, one of the most distinctive figures in the NZ music landscape. Known for his hypnotic and original ‘One Man and his Ghost Orchestra’ show, his compelling live performances present jarring yet beautiful songs … View moreSinger-Songwriter. Noir protagonist. Outlaw phantom. Don’t miss Delaney Davidson, one of the most distinctive figures in the NZ music landscape. Known for his hypnotic and original ‘One Man and his Ghost Orchestra’ show, his compelling live performances present jarring yet beautiful songs which command the shadowy musical world of ‘Country-Noir’ and ‘Gothic Americana’.

WHEN: Thursday 7 September at 8pm
WHERE: Wellington Museum
PRICE: Entry by koha
Learn more

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3035 days ago

Bring a pest to school day: Biosecurity talks traps with enthusiastic students

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our biosecurity officers do a lot more then just protect our native environment. They are out there talking to the backyard protectors of tomorrow! Two of our team recently visited Plateau School where they talked pests, predators and what happens when you put a banana in a trap...

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3035 days ago

Disabled preschoolers waiting months for first Early Intervention Service appointment

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Has your family or kindy also been waiting ages to get special assistance for a pre-schooler? Please get in touch for another article: jared.nicoll@fairfaxmedia.co.nz 237 8118

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3036 days ago

Fancy a walk?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

The Kapi-Mana News team has signed up to Steptember - we've pledged to each walk 10,000 steps a day while we raise money for Cerebral Palsy.
I'm going to take a 30 minute walk every day during September and would love a Porirua local to join me each time.
If you have a story, an … View more
The Kapi-Mana News team has signed up to Steptember - we've pledged to each walk 10,000 steps a day while we raise money for Cerebral Palsy.
I'm going to take a 30 minute walk every day during September and would love a Porirua local to join me each time.
If you have a story, an interesting tale or a project you want to tell us about, join me on a brisk walk and let's chat.
As long as you're fine with me writing about our conversation then I'd love to hear from you!
Message me here or email virginia.fallon@fairfaxmedia.co.nz and lets make a date.

3036 days ago

Volunteers are wunderbar

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

So many big events need volunteers. Do you think it's as simple as some people make time to help, others make excuses?

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3037 days ago

Winter Bazaar on now!

Mary Potter Hospice

Come and Shop yourself Silly at the Mary Potter Hospice Shops Winter Bazaar now on! It’s full of trinkets and treasures for the whole family. We have 8 Hospice Shops across Wellington, Porirua and Kapiti. Check out your nearest location here. Learn more

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3042 days ago

Poll: Do you have a landline phone?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

We're doing a story on landline phones: who still has them? Are they extinct technology or still an important part of life?
We'd love you to take our wee poll and comment if you like!
[Remember to mark your comment NFP if you don't want it appearing in print]

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Do you have a landline phone?
  • 74.4% I have a landline phone in my house
    74.4% Complete
  • 25.6% I do not have a landline phone in my house
    25.6% Complete
223 votes
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