Karaka Bays, Wellington

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

What's happening in your neighbourhood?

Seen anything your neighbours should be aware of? Let them know! 

2727 days ago

Newtown connections - have you had your say?

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We're planning to develop safer bike connections in Newtown, Berhampore and Mt Cook, and we’d love to hear from you. If you live or regularly travel (by bike, bus, foot or car share) through these areas, tell us what you think before 17 July - click here.

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2727 days ago

Construction to begin on temporary ballet rehearsal space

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

The Michael Fowler Centre car park will close from 6am on Saturday 21 July to allow for the construction of a temporary home for the the Royal New Zealand Ballet. Work is expected to take three-four months. For more info click here. Image: artists impression.

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2727 days ago

Additional train services for Matariki Sky Show Saturday 14 July

Community Engagement Advisor from

The Wellington Matariki Sky Show is all go this weekend (although if our whale friend comes back for another visit it will be postponed again) and we're providing extra train services to get you to and from the city.

Read the full service update and see all the extra services, and learn … View more
The Wellington Matariki Sky Show is all go this weekend (although if our whale friend comes back for another visit it will be postponed again) and we're providing extra train services to get you to and from the city.

Read the full service update and see all the extra services, and learn about the special Event Tickets for the trains

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2727 days ago

If the whale’s gone, the fireworks are on!

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Wellington Sky Show - Matariki ki Pōneke 2018 is scheduled to go ahead this Saturday 14 July, 6.30-6.40pm if our whale/tohorā friend decides the harbour visit is really over. However, if it decides to come back for more at the weekend, we’ll postpone the Sky Show to a future date. We've … View moreWellington Sky Show - Matariki ki Pōneke 2018 is scheduled to go ahead this Saturday 14 July, 6.30-6.40pm if our whale/tohorā friend decides the harbour visit is really over. However, if it decides to come back for more at the weekend, we’ll postpone the Sky Show to a future date. We've loved having the whale visit - it has been a magical time for our city. Check out our website for more info.

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2728 days ago

Where Sport & Wellington Meet

The Team from Westpac Stadium (Wellington Regional Stadium)

The Westpac Stadium Members Club offers the best sporting experience in town! With a 360 Reserve membership secure tickets to all your favourite sports including rugby, football and cricket; plus enjoy access to the Members lounges with unbeatable views of the field and great food & beverage … View moreThe Westpac Stadium Members Club offers the best sporting experience in town! With a 360 Reserve membership secure tickets to all your favourite sports including rugby, football and cricket; plus enjoy access to the Members lounges with unbeatable views of the field and great food & beverage options (Ts & Cs apply).

Phone us today on 04 470 0423 to find out more.
Find out more!

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2728 days ago

Gardening and tree services / section clearing

Natures choice gardening services - Kilbirnie

If your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything

Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been turning jungles into respectable gardens for 18 years. We are the local horticulture landscaping … View more
If your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything

Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been turning jungles into respectable gardens for 18 years. We are the local horticulture landscaping experts in the Wellington region. From one-off section clean ups to regular maintenance, we can do it all.

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2728 days ago

Poll: Vote for your favourite superhero movie!

Stuff Pix

Vote for your favourite Marvel Studios movie from Stuff Pix and enter to win 1 of 5 Ant-Man and the Wasp prize packs, including merchandise and cinema tickets.

Check out all the great superhero movies on stuffpix.co.nz/superhero-pix

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Vote for your favourite superhero movie!
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  • 31.5% The Avengers
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1744 votes
2728 days ago

Proposal to close roads for CBD event

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

On 28 October 2018, we are looking at closing some Wellington streets to traffic (listed below) 6am-3pm for Open Streets in Wellington. This event is about opening streets to people who walk, bike, skate and play with lots of fun activities. The Regulatory Processes Committee will meet on Wednesday… View moreOn 28 October 2018, we are looking at closing some Wellington streets to traffic (listed below) 6am-3pm for Open Streets in Wellington. This event is about opening streets to people who walk, bike, skate and play with lots of fun activities. The Regulatory Processes Committee will meet on Wednesday 15 August 2018 to consider the following temporary road closures. If you object to these closures please email maria.taumaa@wcc.govt.nz before 25 July.

2729 days ago

Wellington Clinic NOW OPEN!

bloom hearing specialists

Hear what everyone is talking about! Come in and test drive our new machine learning device. Book your next appointment today! Learn more

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2729 days ago

GARAGE SALE - 35a KINGHORNE ST, STRATHMORE

Nicole from Strathmore Park

Garage sale on Saturday 14 July starting at 10.00am - 2.00pm. Clothes, books, dvds, CDs, homewares, handbags, costume jewellery, sports gear. No early birds please.

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2734 days ago

Wellington United AFC celebrates 125 years

Jo from Lyall Bay

From humble beginnings in 1893 to 2018 Wellington United is proudly celebrating its 125th year of sporting greatness.
Join us on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th August to celebrate being one of the oldest sporting families in Wellington.
Our Celebratory Dinner is being held on Saturday 4th August. … View more
From humble beginnings in 1893 to 2018 Wellington United is proudly celebrating its 125th year of sporting greatness.
Join us on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th August to celebrate being one of the oldest sporting families in Wellington.
Our Celebratory Dinner is being held on Saturday 4th August. Tickets and Anniversary Memorabilia can be purchased from wuafc125thday.eventbrite.co.nz.... Join current players, past players, coaches and All Whites as WUAFC celebrates its past, present and future.
If you would like more information please contact wuafc125@gmail.com or Club Manager Jo Moar on 027 337 2778

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2730 days ago

Nurses vote to strike this Thursday

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Wellington,

What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.

A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) … View more
Hi Wellington,

What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.

A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) more-than-30,000 members have chosen to take industrial action - a move described as "unprecedented".

What do you think about Thursday's strike? Were you surprised they rejected the last offer? Or do you think they deserve more? Let us know in the replies!

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2729 days ago

Our parking meters are being upgraded

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We have started to upgrade the card readers in our parking meters and hope to have them all completed by October. Once the machines are upgraded they will have this green sticker attached. This means they will accept debit/credit cards & you can pay via PayWave but they will no longer accept … View moreWe have started to upgrade the card readers in our parking meters and hope to have them all completed by October. Once the machines are upgraded they will have this green sticker attached. This means they will accept debit/credit cards & you can pay via PayWave but they will no longer accept Snapper. More info.

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2729 days ago

Pakuratahi Update

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Operations are in full swing around Maymorn as the PF Olsen process trees into logs at the new skid site.

Please note that this part of the Forest will reopen on 14 July.

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2729 days ago

What you need to know about tomorrow's nurses strike

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Wellington Regional Hospital has been emptied out and will be reduced to essential services on Thursday as thousands of nurses and healthcare workers stop work. The industrial action will run from 7am Thursday for 24 hours.

What you need to know:
• CCDHB will notify patients if their … View more
Wellington Regional Hospital has been emptied out and will be reduced to essential services on Thursday as thousands of nurses and healthcare workers stop work. The industrial action will run from 7am Thursday for 24 hours.

What you need to know:
• CCDHB will notify patients if their appointments change. Anyone uncertain about their appointment or surgery can call (04) 806 0992 from 8am-8pm, and 0508 4 CCDHB (0508 4 22342) after hours.
• Wellington Regional Hospital’s delivery suite and maternity ward will remain open.
• On the day of the strike, people should still go to hospital if the matter is urgent. Dial 111 for emergencies or an ambulance.
• Otherwise, people should visit their GP or a local pharmacy.
• Free medical advice is available 24/7 at 0800 611 116.

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