Plimmerton, Porirua

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

3166 days ago

Children's tooth decay

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Dental conditions were the leading cause of preventable hospital admissions for children under five in the
last three years. How can we get kids to look after their teeth?
*Comments from this story may be printed in the Kapi-Mana News. Please put NFP for Not For Print with your comment if you … View more
Dental conditions were the leading cause of preventable hospital admissions for children under five in the
last three years. How can we get kids to look after their teeth?
*Comments from this story may be printed in the Kapi-Mana News. Please put NFP for Not For Print with your comment if you don't want it published.

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3171 days ago

What sweets do you miss?

Reporter Kapi-Mana News

Last Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar.

This had the media asking what sweet treats people would like to see returned next and what prized New Zealand lollies may have their production shifted … View more
Last Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar.

This had the media asking what sweet treats people would like to see returned next and what prized New Zealand lollies may have their production shifted overseas.

What's your favourite? Sparkles, Tangy Fruit or maybe even Snifters?

3164 days ago

Waitangi Day Festival of the Elements cancelled

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

Sad news that, after 25 years, the Fesitval of the Elements has been cancelled.
The volunteer group that runs the event say the year-round work in applying for grants and funds is just too much to continue with.
Porirua council says there will still be a Waitangi Day celebration but doesn't … View more
Sad news that, after 25 years, the Fesitval of the Elements has been cancelled.
The volunteer group that runs the event say the year-round work in applying for grants and funds is just too much to continue with.
Porirua council says there will still be a Waitangi Day celebration but doesn't have any details yet.
What would you like to see for Waitangi Day? Are you sad to see the Festival of the Elements go?
Let us know what you think. (Remember to mark your comment NFP if you don't want it to be used in print.)

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3167 days ago

Painter wanted

Jerry from Ascot Park

I have some outside painting to be done as well as a small job inside.
Could you please email me in return

3167 days ago

Good in the Hood is back

Z

Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood. Learn more

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