Houghton Bay, Wellington

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1047 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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1048 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
1051 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
1051 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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1051 days ago

Valentine’s Day

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Love is in the air at Red Cross Kilbirnie.

We have 25% off all toys and Women’s clothing, be quick ends this Sunday!

We are always looking for volunteers, if you ha e a few hours spare please call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.no, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

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Love is in the air at Red Cross Kilbirnie.

We have 25% off all toys and Women’s clothing, be quick ends this Sunday!

We are always looking for volunteers, if you ha e a few hours spare please call (04)3871100, email shop.kilbirnie@redcross.org.no, or come on in to 27 Rongotai Road Kilbirnie.

We hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie

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1052 days ago

Starting a worm farm? Advice + worms $25.

Helen from Island Bay

Price of veges annoying you? Worm tea and worm castings will turbo boost your gardening efforts and use some of your kitchen scraps. Worth a go in 2023! Collect from Southgate.

Price: $25

1053 days ago

Hataitai Village Market (cancelled)

Glenna Neighbourly Lead from Hataitai

The February Hataitai Village Market is cancelled, we are hopeful that we will be back to running markets in the near future.
Glenna Lee
Hataitai Events

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1053 days ago

Yard Sale today Sunday 29th Jan, 10am

Philipa from Houghton Bay

92 View Road, Houghton Bay. 'Books n' bobs'. Kids clothes, books, toys, and bits and bobs. Includes trunkies, kids shoes, body boards and tons more. 10 til 2.

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1054 days ago

Back Street Boy, 4 x concert tickets

Vaneesa & George from Island Bay

I have 4 x Back Street Boys tickets for Saturday 11 March at Spark Arena. Unfortunately we can no longer go. Great upper level seats. $255.00 per ticket

Price: $255

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1054 days ago

Valentine’s Day

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Love is in the air at Red Cross Kilbirnie,

We have 25% off Toys, buy one get one free on Books and 25% off all Homewares!

We hope to see you here!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie.

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1054 days ago

1br or 2br rental required

Jiten Neighbourly Lead from Kilbirnie

Hello To you all
Any accomodation available in eastern suburbs please=Asking for others-Good and clean tennants

1055 days ago

Funky fridge makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Kilbirnie

Is your fridge looking dated and dull? Turn an eyesore into a conversation starter with this clever chalkboard transformation using Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen.

Follow out easy instructions.

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1055 days ago

Yard Sale now on Sunday 29th Jan!!!!

Philipa from Houghton Bay

Children's clothes, books, toys, DVDs and miscellaneous. 92 View Road, Houghton Bay, 10am to 2pm, Saturday 28th January.

1059 days ago

Poll: Are uniform rules at schools sexist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community … View more
Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are uniform rules at schools sexist?
  • 49.6% Yes, the same rules for everyone is best
    49.6% Complete
  • 34% No, let's stick to the tradition
    34% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 12.5% Get rid of uniform and clothing rules altogether
    12.5% Complete
4536 votes
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1056 days ago

Odd Jobs Needed

Harry from Island Bay

Hi neighbours.

Im looking to take on some weekend odd jobs to stay fit and save over the summer months.

Im open minded to most forms of work, have a van, landscaping and building experience, and my own tools. (paving, concrete work, weeding, retaining, mowing, dump runs etc).

If you have … View more
Hi neighbours.

Im looking to take on some weekend odd jobs to stay fit and save over the summer months.

Im open minded to most forms of work, have a van, landscaping and building experience, and my own tools. (paving, concrete work, weeding, retaining, mowing, dump runs etc).

If you have things youd like help doing, please dont hesitate to get in touch.

02041702985
harrytodd1103@gmail.com

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