Breaker Bay, Wellington

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2755 days ago

Keep warm with free curtains

Sustainability Trust

Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open… View more
Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open for orders. To find out more and apply for curtains, go to the Sustainability Trust website or give us a call on 0508 78 78 24 extn 705. You’ll find an order form, and an instruction video on how to measure your windows so the curtains fit well.
Order curtains

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2757 days ago

Driving to the CBD? Remember to take coins!

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, … View more
Hi Wellington,

Did you know new braille dots on ANZ debit cards have damaged 160 parking machines in Wellington's CBD? The council has to replace 512 machines, and is asking motorists not to use debit cards to pay for on-street parking in the CBD for the next few weeks. To read more, click here.

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2756 days ago

Poll: Are home ventilation systems worth it?

Reporter Homed

Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - … View more
Thanks to everyone who's already taken part in our poll. Home ventilation systems can cost thousands and opinions on their worth are definitely divided.

If you're not sure what type of ventilation system would work best for you - or whether you need one at all - read this to help find out.

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Are home ventilation systems worth it?
  • 62.1% Yes it's been great.
    62.1% Complete
  • 16.8% No, our windows still weep.
    16.8% Complete
  • 21.1% It's improved but not removed.
    21.1% Complete
972 votes
2760 days ago

What do you think about our airports?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest … View more
Hi Wellington,

Auckland Airport has been under fire recently and it got us wondering about what Wellingtonians think about their local airport. We want to hear about your airport experiences. What do you think are the best and worst Koru lounges in NZ? What are some of the weirdest or quirkiest airports you've been to in NZ? Email your thoughts to our travel reporter at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. (If commenting, please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).”

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2756 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week is next week! (17-23 June). We’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW theme:

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

#NVW2018

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2756 days ago

Seatoun Tunnel closure

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Seatoun Tunnel will be closed from midnight on Sunday 24 June until 5am Monday 25 June to remove the trolley bus overhead wires. A traffic management plan will be in place, so please follow directions. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Click here for more info on the project
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Seatoun Tunnel will be closed from midnight on Sunday 24 June until 5am Monday 25 June to remove the trolley bus overhead wires. A traffic management plan will be in place, so please follow directions. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Click here for more info on the project
Photo: Nat Archives. Circa 1910, Ref: 1/2-091609-F.

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2756 days ago

Matariki at Bond Street Community Garden

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Join in the celebrations for #WellyMatariki at your very own inner-city community garden at Bond Street Friday (15 June) lunchtime from 12 noon. There will be free kai, fun activities for kids & their whānau...plus opportunities to learn and relax in the garden! More info

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2757 days ago

4 Dining Chairs

Sherryl from Kilbirnie

All in good order.

Pick up Kilbirnie

027-2846095

Price: $60

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2757 days ago

Super star nanny available Part time

Holley from Miramar

Is anyone looking for a super star nanny with a full licence P/T?
Can be flexible with days. Has experience with NB, running busy homes, parents working from home. Active, reliable and passionate, has excellent references. If you or you know anyone let me know.

2757 days ago

What's on at Strathmore Community Centres, 108 Strathmore Ave and Raukawa Reserve.

Toni Taylor from Strathmore Park Community Centre Trust

Check out our 'What's on' this week.
Come along to a free Kaibosh presentation next Tuesday,
19th June, 10am. Join us for a cuppa and hear all about their work.
Strathmore Park Community Centre, 108 Strathmore Ave, Strathmore Park, Wellington..

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55 SPCCT WHAT'S ON 11th June - 18th June.pdf Download View

2757 days ago

Look around a home of the future

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like… View more
Ever wondered what our homes will be like in 20 to 30 years? Away from predictions of robots doing everything for us, experts say it's not all about the gimmicks.

Take a tour of a house of the future to see what role technology will have to play and let us know what features you'd like your home to have.

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2757 days ago

Oven...free to a good home

Amanda from Lyall Bay

Ariston oven, came out of a kitchen we bought but we didn’t use it as the clear coating is coming off. It was working when it was taken out. Just taking up space now. AS IS WHERE IS, First person to pick up gets it!!! Call 0210510210

Free

2757 days ago

Have your say in our Parks Network Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.

Let us know at … View more
Our regional parks are filled with fun family day out activities. A series of events happen throughout the parks around the year, like this farmers day in …. We are now seeking your ideas on how to make our parks even better for the next parks network plan.

Let us know at www.surveymonkey.com...

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2757 days ago

Donate curtains and bring warmth to another home

Sustainability Trust

Got pre-loved curtains or fabric? Donate to the Wellington Curtain Bank to help warm the homes of people in need. We’ll upcycle, line and distribute curtains to families with Community Services Cards, helping create healthier homes for all.

Wellington Curtain Bank needs donations for this … View more
Got pre-loved curtains or fabric? Donate to the Wellington Curtain Bank to help warm the homes of people in need. We’ll upcycle, line and distribute curtains to families with Community Services Cards, helping create healthier homes for all.

Wellington Curtain Bank needs donations for this winter. To find out more about what we can accept, go to the Sustainability Trust website or give us a call on 0508 78 78 24 extn 705. You’ll find a donations guide and details for drop off points around the region.
Find out more!

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2757 days ago

Wedding Open Day Silverstream Retreat

Silverstream Retreat Ltd

Our Open Day is the perfect opportunity to meet the Silverstream Retreat team and view the beautiful venues set with your ceremony and reception dreams in mind.

And when you realise that you have found your perfect wedding venue, simply … View more
Our Open Day is the perfect opportunity to meet the Silverstream Retreat team and view the beautiful venues set with your ceremony and reception dreams in mind.

And when you realise that you have found your perfect wedding venue, simply book on the day and receive $1500 worth of complimentary luxuries to pimp your wedding!

Luxury Items include:
- Two nights stay in our Oak View Cottage, with Gourmet Breakfast and bubbles.
- For your Reception, our stunning fairy light panels, white chair covers
- Plus a glass of bubbles for your guests on arrival.

To confirm your attendance please register here
Register today!

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