Waitangirua, Porirua

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2633 days ago

Did you know...

Jared Nicoll Reporter from Kapi-Mana News

The Ministry of Health's Drinking Water Standards recommend that you flush a mugful of water from your drinking-water tap each morning before use?
This is because all drinking water is plumbosolvent, or ‘soft’, which means it can dissolve very small amounts of metals if they come into … View more
The Ministry of Health's Drinking Water Standards recommend that you flush a mugful of water from your drinking-water tap each morning before use?
This is because all drinking water is plumbosolvent, or ‘soft’, which means it can dissolve very small amounts of metals if they come into contact with them.

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2633 days ago

Poll: Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Prince William made the buzzy bee world-famous. What toy will the next Royal Baby show off?
  • 20.3% Bunch o Balloons, the water bombs that make every day a visit to the beach
    20.3% Complete
  • 61.1% Pipi Mā, the award-winning range of Te Reo Māori speaking and singing plush doll
    61.1% Complete
  • 18.6% Another nation or two to add to the Empire.
    18.6% Complete
360 votes
2633 days ago

Reader’s Rail Tour - North Island

Stuff

Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights… View more
Come and create memories of a lifetime next Autumn as the annual Readers’ Rail Tour heads north on an unforgettable journey exploring the rich history and culture of New Zealand.

Join us as we explore Te Puia Geothermal Valley, sample world class wines on Waiheke Island and spend three nights at the elegant Chateau Tongariro plus so much more.

Fabulous scenery, company, food, wine and excursions all combine to make this a brilliant experience.

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2633 days ago

Do you need a loan?

Geneva Finance

- No Deposit Car Loans
- Boats, Bikes, Caravans, Weddings
- Secured Personal Loans
- Debt Consolidation

At Geneva Finance we are your specialists in finance and loans and we can sort your money fast and simply at a great rate.

We can match you with the best possible loan fast and you … View more
- No Deposit Car Loans
- Boats, Bikes, Caravans, Weddings
- Secured Personal Loans
- Debt Consolidation

At Geneva Finance we are your specialists in finance and loans and we can sort your money fast and simply at a great rate.

We can match you with the best possible loan fast and you can also save heaps on insurance and fees by dealing with us direct.

Find out if you qualify in 5 minutes. Apply online today or call 0800 200 459.
Apply here!

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2634 days ago

Te Awarua o Porirua Whaitua Committee invite you!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Te Awarua o Porirua Whaitua Committee invite you to a presentation to hear about the process to inform their recommendations to improve the health of the streams and harbour of Porirua.

When: Tuesday 16 October, 7-9pm
Where: Mungavin Hall, Porirua East

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2634 days ago

Mana Arts Society Pen and Ink Art Course 10 November

Carolina from Plimmerton

Come and try out pen and ink with well-known artist Dave Bang. Places still available!
Place: MAS clubrooms at Plimmerton Domain 10 AM to 3 PM
Bookings with lindsayblakeley@xtra.co.nz.
Members $30, Non members $60

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2634 days ago

Childs (Boy) fold up deck chair

Christine from Titahi Bay

Does anyone have a childs deck chair (Boy) in good condition they no longer want??? For a friends little fella (1 1/2 yrs) old.

Free

2634 days ago

Wellington police need help to identify man

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are urgently seeking help to identify a man in a critical condition after an incident in Porirua on Sunday afternoon.

Emergency services were called to Warspite Avenue about 4pm where a man, described as Māori or Polynesian and in his mid-30s, had "exited" a car.

His … View more
Police are urgently seeking help to identify a man in a critical condition after an incident in Porirua on Sunday afternoon.

Emergency services were called to Warspite Avenue about 4pm where a man, described as Māori or Polynesian and in his mid-30s, had "exited" a car.

His identity remains unknown, and police urged anyone with information to come forward. The man is thought to have short black hair and be of a large build. ​He has a small amount of facial hair on his chin and is around 185cm (6 foot) tall.

Officers were still working to establish the sequence of events which led to the man being hospitalised.

Anyone with information can call Wellington police crime squad on (04) 381 2000 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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2634 days ago

A special offer for Wellington...EXTENDED!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey Wellington! We have something special for you! We’ve partnered with the folks at NZ’s new meal kit, Kiwi Fresh to bring you an awesome intro offer. Simply enter code NEIGHBOURLY30 at checkout to get $30 OFF your first order. That means you could be eating from $4.90 per plate for your first… View moreHey Wellington! We have something special for you! We’ve partnered with the folks at NZ’s new meal kit, Kiwi Fresh to bring you an awesome intro offer. Simply enter code NEIGHBOURLY30 at checkout to get $30 OFF your first order. That means you could be eating from $4.90 per plate for your first week! Move fast - promo expires 11:59pm Monday 15 October. Order now

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2634 days ago

Explore a new New Zealand by train

Great Journeys of New Zealand

After the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.

Photo … View more
After the devastating Kaikōura earthquakes, changed landscapes have formed creating a new New Zealand for us to explore. Be one of the first to take the Coastal Pacific train along the east coast of the South Island to discover the different scenery when it re-opens December 1.

Photo credit: Rob Suisted | Naturepics
Find out more

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2635 days ago

Looking For a good and reliable Landscaper?

Malsawmtluangi from Cannons Creek

We are here for you, for long term or one off!
No job is too big or too small for us.
We can provide free quote and quality service.
We can provide you references if you require or want to heard how we we perform🤗
Our details are included in below flyer.
Thanks for choosing us!
Dawngi &… View more
We are here for you, for long term or one off!
No job is too big or too small for us.
We can provide free quote and quality service.
We can provide you references if you require or want to heard how we we perform🤗
Our details are included in below flyer.
Thanks for choosing us!
Dawngi & Paupi
Alpha Budget Lawn and Maintenance
Email any time at malsawmdawngi@gmail.com

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2635 days ago

Food Rescue Volunteers Wanted - Monday, Wednesday and Friday Mornings

Phil Davies from Kiwi Community Assistance (KCA)

SOS Food Rescue Volunteers Wanted - Please no time wasters.

In the month of September KCA rescued and distributed over 20 tons of food which was distributed to local foodbanks and other charities. This food is distributed as far as Upper Hutt to Lyall Bay and back up to Tawa to Porirua.

Based … View more
SOS Food Rescue Volunteers Wanted - Please no time wasters.

In the month of September KCA rescued and distributed over 20 tons of food which was distributed to local foodbanks and other charities. This food is distributed as far as Upper Hutt to Lyall Bay and back up to Tawa to Porirua.

Based in Grenada North you will need to have your own transport to get to us.

We currently have vacancies for people to assist us with food rescue on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8.25am to 12pm approx.

You must be reasonably fit and a team player as this role involves heavy lifting up to 20kgs between 2 people.

We require a minimum commitment of 3 months. NOTE we will be closed for 2 weeks over the Xmas/New Year period.

All training will be provided.

For the full job description and application forms please go to our website.

www.kca.org.nz...

Once we have received your application form we will contact you to arrange an interview.

Please watch this video to learn more about what we do

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