Island Bay, Wellington

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

2277 days ago

KEA Kids News: James Parker meets climate change protester Ollie Langridge.

Reporter Stuff

In today's news, James Parker, 9, from Ngaio School, meets the man behind weekly protests calling for the Government to declare a climate emergency - he protested outside the Beehive for 100 days!

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect… View more
In today's news, James Parker, 9, from Ngaio School, meets the man behind weekly protests calling for the Government to declare a climate emergency - he protested outside the Beehive for 100 days!

KEA Kids News is current affairs for kids by kids. Our young reporters find stories that connect with 7 to 11-year-olds to help tackle tough issues in ways you can share with your whole family. Find out more here.

2277 days ago

Why will you vote?

Wellington City Council

It’s time to vote for the city you love.

Local elections decide who is on your local council, regional council, district health board, and other important organisations in your area.

The people who are elected get to make decisions that affect your daily life and the future of your town … View more
It’s time to vote for the city you love.

Local elections decide who is on your local council, regional council, district health board, and other important organisations in your area.

The people who are elected get to make decisions that affect your daily life and the future of your town or city.

Why will you vote?
Find out more

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2278 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 35.3% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    35.3% Complete
  • 25.9% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    25.9% Complete
  • 38.8% No - it's not the parents' choice
    38.8% Complete
1509 votes
2278 days ago

Ocean to Sky - Preview Screening

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Come and be one of the first to see this truly incredible documentary in a story of friendship, courage, strength and heroism. The film follows Sir Edmund Hillary and crew (including our very own Sir Graeme), as they attempt to jet-boat upriver from the mouth of the Ganges to its Himalayan heart. … View moreCome and be one of the first to see this truly incredible documentary in a story of friendship, courage, strength and heroism. The film follows Sir Edmund Hillary and crew (including our very own Sir Graeme), as they attempt to jet-boat upriver from the mouth of the Ganges to its Himalayan heart.

Join us in celebration of this incredible journey, with drinks and nibbles, followed by a special preview screening.

Buy tickets now: bit.ly...

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2280 days ago

Flatmate wanted for Newtown townhouse

Richard from Newtown

Kia ora, we've got a room going in our Newtown townhouse. Is this the right place to put up an ad? Cheers, Richard

2278 days ago

From the church that brings you great concerts....we are pleased to host Wgtn Light Opera!

Administration Team from Island Bay Presbyterian Church

Wellington Light Opera are proud to present their sparkling programme of light operatic contemporary and Gilbert and Sullivan songs.
Saturday 13th October @ 2pm, Island Bay Presbyterian Church, 88 The Parade (100m city side of the shops).
Ticket sales at the door
$15 Adults
Under 15 Free

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2279 days ago

Wanted to buy - Samsung phone

Lindsay from Lyall Bay

I'm looking for a 2nd hand Samsung phone for my son. Preferably an S6 or newer. Needs to be in good working order, to have been bought new in NZ, and be a Spark phone or unlocked. Please message me a picture and price if you have one you're wanting to sell! Can pick up from Wellington … View moreI'm looking for a 2nd hand Samsung phone for my son. Preferably an S6 or newer. Needs to be in good working order, to have been bought new in NZ, and be a Spark phone or unlocked. Please message me a picture and price if you have one you're wanting to sell! Can pick up from Wellington area. Thanks!

2279 days ago

iPhone 6 64 GB

Komal from Melrose

Excellent condition
Selling as have upgraded

Price: $270

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2279 days ago

Recycle your unwanted mobile phones

NZ Telecommunications Forum

Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View more
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.

Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.

Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
Learn more

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2280 days ago

Male housemate wanted for Newtown townhouse

Richard from Newtown

Single room in 3 BR Newtown townhouse available from 19 Oct, lease runs until Feb 2020.

$200.00 pw plus $25-30 per week for gas, power and internet.

Place is furniture, and your own bedroom TV if you don't like our taste in Netflix. The place has one bathroom, and two separate toilets … View more
Single room in 3 BR Newtown townhouse available from 19 Oct, lease runs until Feb 2020.

$200.00 pw plus $25-30 per week for gas, power and internet.

Place is furniture, and your own bedroom TV if you don't like our taste in Netflix. The place has one bathroom, and two separate toilets (yay!). Parking free on street.

2 minute walk to Countdown, 3 minutes to a choice of bus routes, and very close to cafes, bars, shops and Massey Uni.

2 existing flatmates are an older-than-30 gay male married couple, both working full time. we like gaming, being quietly social and netflix etc. We're not really into parties and we don't to the drug thing.

We're looking for a male housemate who is independent, working and / or studying who's willing to share household chores, maybe share cooking, and who will fit in with how we do things around here.

Have a look at the listing in trademe for pics: www.trademe.co.nz...

You can email us through trademe, r message me on here

I'd like to know a bit about you before we invite you out to see the place - - age, gender etc, where you've been living, what's your age group, would you share cooking, are you a smoker or use any drugs, and what you are looking for in a household.

I work in the CBD, happy to do coffee and chat, answer any questions etc. Cheers, Richard

2280 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Is your garden getting overgrown? Does it need a tidy up? Then look no further. Our team of passionate gardeners and landscapers can help you with all your gardening needs. Or does your garden need redesigning, replanting, landscape or simply need everything removed? To find out more call us or … View moreIs your garden getting overgrown? Does it need a tidy up? Then look no further. Our team of passionate gardeners and landscapers can help you with all your gardening needs. Or does your garden need redesigning, replanting, landscape or simply need everything removed? To find out more call us or visit our website and check out our gallery of projects.

Call us on 027 548 9818
Visit us on www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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2280 days ago

Healthy worms

Anne from Island Bay

Hi, we have now too many worms in our compost bin. Would like to reduce them. Happy to give away to someone starting out. Great way to reduce garden and food waste. Telephone 021 1472598 10-8pm

Free

2280 days ago

Harry Potter books x5

Tanya from Island Bay

Used condition but tidy, Deathly Hallows is the newest condition in the lot followed by the Philosopher's Stone. Will accept offers for on, some or the lot.

Negotiable

2281 days ago

Get your voting papers in on ‘Vote Day’ - Saturday 5 October

Daniel Webster from Local Government New Zealand

Local Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.

All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal … View more
Local Government New Zealand is urging people to post their voting papers on Vote Day – Saturday 5 October 2019.

All voting papers must be returned to the relevant council by midday on Saturday 12 October, and voters need to factor in the time it will take the papers to get through the postal system.

New Zealand Post advises that the Standard Post delivery target is up to 3 working days for nationwide delivery, while delivery to and from rural areas may take longer. However, these targets are guides only, and are not guaranteed – delivery may take longer.

Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.

“Some of the main reasons people give for not voting are they forgot, ran out of time or were too busy,” says LGNZ Chief Executive Malcolm Alexander.

“So to make sure people give themselves the best chance to have their say we are encouraging people to vote early on what we’ve dubbed Vote Day. Fill out your papers during the week and then to pop them in the paid envelope and into the nearest post box on Saturday 5 October.”

“Voting papers have to arrive at council offices by midday Saturday 12 October, so sending them in on Vote Day gives them plenty of time to get through the postal system.”

Mr Alexander says it is important New Zealanders participate in the selection of the people who will make decisions that affect most people’s lives on a daily basis.

“Local government shapes the place that you live. It’s the pavements you walk on, the roads where you drive, the water you drink, shower in and swim in, your parks, libraries and swimming pools where you take the kids,” Mr Alexander says.

“There’s been a lot of robust public conversation around climate change, the housing crisis, the quality of our water and our transport options, and now is the time to turn that conversation into a vote that influences your local leadership.”

“Voters can still post their papers after 5 October, but there is no harm in doing it earlier,” Mr Alexander says.

Eligible voters who didn’t enrol before 16 August won’t receive their papers in the mail, but can make a special vote by visiting their local council offices, or by contacting their Council Electoral Officer.

What: ‘Vote Day’
When: Saturday 5 October 2019
Why: Make sure you have your say by voting early
How: Visit www.nzpost.co.nz... to find your nearest post box or office. To get more information on your local candidates, visit policylocal.nz and local council websites for both information and meet the candidate schedules.

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