Island Bay, Wellington

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73 days ago

Scam Alert: Cryptocurrency

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets

How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.

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58 days ago

Poll: Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team has been diving into a big question: should our curiosity take us up into space or down into the ocean?

It’s wild to think that more people have walked on the Moon than have reached the deepest point of the sea. Why is that?

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Space or the Ocean — Where should our focus be? ☄️🌊
  • 89.5% The Ocean!
    89.5% Complete
  • 10.5% Space!
    10.5% Complete
523 votes
58 days ago

Bake Cupcakes, Change Animals’ Lives

SPCA Cupcake Day

Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for… View more
Cupcake Day is back on Wednesday 29 October, and we need you!

Across New Zealand, animal lovers will be baking and selling cupcakes, raising funds to give vulnerable animals the second chances they deserve. Whether you host a morning tea, run a bake sale, or simply share treats with friends for a donation, you’ll be part of a nationwide community making a real difference. Every cupcake counts so sign up today and help create a brighter future for animals in need.
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59 days ago

Small Group Tour Specialists

Calder and Lawson Tours

We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Wellesley Boutique Hotel on Tuesday 18th November at 10:30AM
Address: 2-8 Maginnity Street, Wellington

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us … View more
We are hosting coffee mornings in the coming weeks if you would like to come catch up and hear about our 2026 program.

Wellesley Boutique Hotel on Tuesday 18th November at 10:30AM
Address: 2-8 Maginnity Street, Wellington

Please RSVP to Rochelle if you are keen to join us rochelle@calderandlawsontours.co.nz
or phone 0800 853 276
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59 days ago

A gift for you when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden

NZ House & Garden

Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka … View more
Looking for inspiration for your home and garden? Subscribe to NZ House & Garden today and receive a luxurious bonus gift.

When you take out a 1- or 2-year subscription, you’ll receive a FREE ManukaRx Firming Day Cream, valued at $52 RRP.

Infused with the power of East Cape mānuka oil, this lightweight daily cream is designed to hydrate, firm, and nourish your skin – the perfect treat to enjoy while you relax with your magazine.

Subscribe now for endless ideas, beautiful homes and gardens from across New Zealand, and a little indulgence just for you.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 300 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years before 26 October 2025
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59 days ago

Gardening work

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Spring is here and its time for the gardens too be sorted! We
Have the time when you don't
Rubbish ? Trees, gardens , we can do it
0272430951

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60 days ago

Guidance, Comfort, and Trusted Experience

Harbour City Funeral Home

Choosing Harbour City Funeral Home means placing your trust in a team that genuinely cares. With over 30 years of experience serving Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Kāpiti, we offer professional, compassionate support tailored to your family's needs. Our commitment to dignity, respect, and … View moreChoosing Harbour City Funeral Home means placing your trust in a team that genuinely cares. With over 30 years of experience serving Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Kāpiti, we offer professional, compassionate support tailored to your family's needs. Our commitment to dignity, respect, and transparency ensures you feel supported every step of the way.

Harbour City provides modern, welcoming venues, and offers flexible, personalised services that reflect your loved one's life and wishes. We also help families plan ahead with thoughtful pre-planning options. In difficult times, you can rely on Harbour City Funeral Home for guidance, empathy, and peace of mind. Get in touch today to speak with a caring professional who’s ready to help.
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60 days ago

Lots for Tots! Saturday Mornings 9.30 - 12.30 for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers up to 4 years

Clive from Island Bay

Lots For Tots in Island Bay!

St Hilda’s Playgroup is changing!
New name, new toys, new time and day, new format (plus some of the old favourites!)
9.30 - 11.30 Saturdays in term time
Starting 11 October at St Hilda’s Church Hall, 311 The Parade, Island Bay
A fun time for toddlers and … View more
Lots For Tots in Island Bay!

St Hilda’s Playgroup is changing!
New name, new toys, new time and day, new format (plus some of the old favourites!)
9.30 - 11.30 Saturdays in term time
Starting 11 October at St Hilda’s Church Hall, 311 The Parade, Island Bay
A fun time for toddlers and their parents on Saturday mornings
All together story time or singing at 10.00.
Safe Indoor and Outdoor Play
Refreshments available

We cater for all ages from 0 to 4 years, including a safe play area for tiny tots
Cost $5
Please note: No Playgroup on Tuesday mornings this term

60 days ago

Supporting Parent and Children's Education - THE SPACE COURSE

Clive from Island Bay

🌟 The SPACE Course 🌟
Supporting Parent and Child’s Education - in Island Bay 👶
A welcoming place for you and your baby during the beginning stages of your parenting journey. For babies born from September 2025 to February 2026. We still have a few places left for this course. ✨

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🌟 The SPACE Course 🌟
Supporting Parent and Child’s Education - in Island Bay 👶
A welcoming place for you and your baby during the beginning stages of your parenting journey. For babies born from September 2025 to February 2026. We still have a few places left for this course. ✨

What you can expect: Guidance from trained facilitators with real parenting experience Friendship and community with other new parents Coffee, tea, and supportive conversation A safe place to share and grow in your parenting relationship 2 hours/week for 20 weeks Course designed by the Parenting Place 

📅 Starts: 4th February
📍 Location: St Hilda’s Church, 311 The Parade
💲 Cost: $115 including $50 fee to Parentingplace).
More Info or to enrol: ibhildas@gmail.com or parentingplace.nz...

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60 days ago

Local Body Elections

John from Island Bay

Is your local body election voting papers sitting somewhere at home untouched? At the same time have you been one of the many that have grizzled about the quality of those that represented us over the past three years, or the 47% increase in rates during that time, or some of the changes to the … View moreIs your local body election voting papers sitting somewhere at home untouched? At the same time have you been one of the many that have grizzled about the quality of those that represented us over the past three years, or the 47% increase in rates during that time, or some of the changes to the city that tend to benefit a minority rather than what's best for the majority of its citizens? Local Government Election Day is now less than a week away (voting closes at noon on Saturday 11 October, with Tuesday 7 October the last day for postal voting – after which voting papers must be dropped off at council ballot boxes to be counted). Lets get a more meaningful voting turnout this election. And please don't be put off by the STV form of voting. You only have to rank in preference those candidates that you like. It is not necessary to put a ranking number by those candidates you don't like. In other words you can vote for as many or as few candidates as you like.

61 days ago

Wellington, it’s time to vote!

Wellington City Council

Vote for a mayor and councillors, and whether we should keep or remove our Māori ward.

Check your mailbox for your 2025 local elections voting papers and post them by 7 Oct or drop them in an orange bin by noon 11 Oct.

Didn’t get your papers in the post? You can still vote – visit one … View more
Vote for a mayor and councillors, and whether we should keep or remove our Māori ward.

Check your mailbox for your 2025 local elections voting papers and post them by 7 Oct or drop them in an orange bin by noon 11 Oct.

Didn’t get your papers in the post? You can still vote – visit one of our special voting hubs before noon 11 Oct.
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61 days ago

Marsden Primary. Small school. Big experience

Marsden Primary

Choosing the right primary school matters. At Marsden Primary in Karori, every child is known, every talent is nurtured, and every day brings new opportunities to shine. Our small school delivers a big experience, with personalised learning, specialist teaching, and a warm, connected community.

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Choosing the right primary school matters. At Marsden Primary in Karori, every child is known, every talent is nurtured, and every day brings new opportunities to shine. Our small school delivers a big experience, with personalised learning, specialist teaching, and a warm, connected community.

Experience Marsden Primary on Thursday, 23 October
We invite tamariki in Years 1–6 to spend the day with us!
Your child will buddy up with a Marsden student, join classes, meet our teachers, and try exciting new activities.

Spaces are limited, so register now:
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67 days ago

Poll: Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the … View more
The Long-Term Fiscal Statement just dropped. At first glance, it might seem a bit dry, but the message is pretty clear ... and a bit worrying. The big takeaway? Our financial pressures are only going to keep growing.

There’s no single fix. It’ll take a mix of solutions to deal with the challenges ahead.

Want to read more? Andrea Vance shares her opinions here.

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Is the Government doing enough now to avoid a serious budget gap in the future? 💸
  • 18.8% Yes
    18.8% Complete
  • 76.4% No
    76.4% Complete
  • 4.7% No opinion
    4.7% Complete
1370 votes
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62 days ago

Free wooden kennel

Jennifer from Brooklyn

Waterproof solid wooden dog kennel with side opening door for cleaning.

Free

63 days ago

Garden and section work

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

Would you like a fresh feel too you garden? Need some trees cut back
We can help! Message or call today
0272430951

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