Island Bay, Wellington

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

162 days ago

Music and Media week

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Unleash your inner rockstar at Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie! we have a great selection of books, CDs and DVDs to look through!

We hope to see you here soon!

The Red Cross shop Kilbirnie team

163 days ago

What is happening in your community during the Winter School Holiday?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: … View more
Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community

Library School Holiday Programmes
Kāpiti Libraries: School holiday events
Porirua City Library: Events
Upper Hutt Libraries: U-Play event schedule
Wellington City: Events for preschoolers, ages 0-5
Wellington City: Events for school-aged children, ages 5–13
Wellington City: Events for teens, ages 13+. Or, you can browse the Wellington City Libraries Events Calendar

Recreation Centres
Khandallah: Nairnville Recreation Centre
Karori: Recreation Centre
Kilbirnie: Ākau Tangi Sports Centre
Tawa: Tawa Recreation Centre

Out and About across Wellington
Akatarawa Valley, Upper Hutt: Staglands Wildlife Reserve
Central Wellington: Fun at Te Papa
Central Wellington: The cable car
Central Wellington, Queens Wharf: Capital E
Kelburn, Botanic Gardens: Discovery garden
Lower Hutt: The Dowse Art Museum
Newtown, Wellington Zoo: Fun at the zoo
Ōtari-Wilton's Bush: The open air museum
Porirua: Pātaka
Upper Hutt: Whirinaki Whare Taonga events for children

Find playgrounds and play areas in Wellington City, or Kāpiti.
What about a cycling or trail adventure? Consider the Remutaka Cycle Trail or the Great Harbour Way

Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!

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164 days ago

Trust on the road

Rita Angus Retirement Village

We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.

For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.

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We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.

For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.

Click read more to hear their story.

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164 days ago

Share your pet adoption story and be in to win!

The Team from SPCA Wellington - Centre & Op Shops

SPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!

Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on… View more
SPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!

Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on behalf of the winner. Visit the MoreFM Facebook page to enter the draw and help us spread the love for animals and giving them a second chance!

And if you are still looking for your perfect match, head to www.spca.nz... now!

164 days ago

Celebrating our 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero winner!

Prospa

Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.

Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."

A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
Learn more about Prospa

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165 days ago

Counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area

The Team from Wellington District Police

Police have seen an increase in counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area.

We would like to warn retailers and those accepting cash to be extra wary of counterfeit cash, and to educate themselves on how to identify counterfeit money.

If you believe someone is trying … View more
Police have seen an increase in counterfeit $50 and $100 notes being used the Kapiti and Mana area.

We would like to warn retailers and those accepting cash to be extra wary of counterfeit cash, and to educate themselves on how to identify counterfeit money.

If you believe someone is trying to pass you a counterfeit note, do not accept it.

If you find you have already received a counterfeit note, put it in an envelope to avoid handling it further and get in touch with Police.
You can contact Police online or by phone via 105, or you can provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand has a clear guide outlining security features of New Zealand bank notes and how to spot counterfeit notes

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165 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View more
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Learn more

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169 days ago

Poll: Got any goals or hopes for the coming year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Happy Matariki, neighbours!

An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.

The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View more
Happy Matariki, neighbours!

An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.

The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.

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Got any goals or hopes for the coming year?
  • 57.7% Yes
    57.7% Complete
  • 42.3% No
    42.3% Complete
418 votes
166 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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166 days ago

Gardening and section cleanups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Need your gardens cleared even in winter ? Rubbish removed ? Quick sale? Contact us today for a free quote
0272430951
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168 days ago

BULK LOT OF BOOKS FOR SALE

Thomas from Kilbirnie

Feel free to pick and choose
Any 10 books $3 each
Any 20 books $2 each

Negotiable

1. A FULL LIST OF BOOKS.docx Download View

173 days ago

Poll: Would you support reducing sick leave to five days?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be … View more
As shared in an interview today, alongside other sick leave changes, Christopher Luxon said he is open to reducing sick leave from ten days to five days a year. This would reverse the change made by the last government which allows workers to have ten days off for sickness each year.
Would you be happy with this change?

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Would you support reducing sick leave to five days?
  • 18.6% Yes, ten is too much
    18.6% Complete
  • 79.9% No, keep it at ten
    79.9% Complete
  • 1.5% Other - I'll share below
    1.5% Complete
2313 votes
169 days ago

Mānawatia a Matariki!

Volunteer Wellington

Today we celebrate the Māori New Year — a time to remember loved ones, reflect on the past, give thanks for the present and plan for the future.

As the Matariki stars return to our night sky, we honour connection, renewal#huttvalley

Here’s a look at the three key principles of Matariki… View more
Today we celebrate the Māori New Year — a time to remember loved ones, reflect on the past, give thanks for the present and plan for the future.

As the Matariki stars return to our night sky, we honour connection, renewal#huttvalley

Here’s a look at the three key principles of Matariki 🌌

169 days ago

Transform Old Cabinets with Mint, Gold & Rattan Flair

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

Update an old cabinet with on-trend rattan and a retro-cool mint and gold palette using Resene Kandinsky and Resene Tussock. Find out how to refresh your old cabinets with these easy step by step instructions.

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169 days ago

Celebrating Matariki

NZ Red Cross from Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie

Nga Mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori. Red Cross shops are celebrating Matariki. Grab some warm clothes so you can enjoy the beautiful night sky without being cold.

Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie is open this Matariki for normal trading hours.

We hope to see you here soon!

The team at Red Cross … View more
Nga Mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori. Red Cross shops are celebrating Matariki. Grab some warm clothes so you can enjoy the beautiful night sky without being cold.

Red Cross Shop Kilbirnie is open this Matariki for normal trading hours.

We hope to see you here soon!

The team at Red Cross Kilbirnie

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