1785 days ago

Porirua families won't be able to cremate loved ones for six months

Reporter Community News

Grieving Porirua families will need to have their loved ones cremated in other parts of Wellington, with Whenua Tapu crematorium and chapel set to close for around six months of repairs and upgrades.
Construction work to bring the almost 40-year-old chapel up to modern strengthening standards is needed, and its roof and ageing cremator needs to be replaced.

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10.5% Complete
  • 20.2% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    20.2% Complete
  • 69.3% Nah - not for me
    69.3% Complete
649 votes
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3 days ago

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Where to dispose of your books

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14 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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