Karori, Wellington

Do you have Water Skills for Life?

Katie Townshend Reporter from Dominion Post

WSNZ has been working to tackle the issue of drowning fatalities head-on through its Water Skills For Life Givealittle page The money raised will go toward its goal to have the programme reach every Kiwi child before they leave school. Stuff is backing the campaign to make our waters and children … View moreWSNZ has been working to tackle the issue of drowning fatalities head-on through its Water Skills For Life Givealittle page The money raised will go toward its goal to have the programme reach every Kiwi child before they leave school. Stuff is backing the campaign to make our waters and children safer. www.stuff.co.nz...

Selling Fire wood

Changheon from Karori

Firewood ready for winter
$50 per cubic meter

Please ask a question for purchase.
Messages only.
Phone: 02102620372

Location: Near Karori Park

Must pick up.

Price: $50

Are you ready to completely ditch plastic bags?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The clock is ticking (and no, we're not referring to the Christmas countdown!) - single-use plastic bags will be out of circulation from July 1, 2019.

All retailers, ie not just supermarkets, will no longer be able to sell or give away single-use plastic shopping bags after … View moreHi neighbours,

The clock is ticking (and no, we're not referring to the Christmas countdown!) - single-use plastic bags will be out of circulation from July 1, 2019.

All retailers, ie not just supermarkets, will no longer be able to sell or give away single-use plastic shopping bags after this date. To read more, click here.

Do you support the single-use plastic bag ban? How will the ban affect your life?

Have you already adapted to a plastic bag-free life or will this mean big changes in your household? What are your tips and tricks for ensuring the ban doesn't cause havoc when you hit the shops?

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MEDIA RELEASE: Remember to clean, cook, and chill food

Pat from Karori

MEDIA RELEASE: Remember to clean, cook, and chill food
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Today we launched our Summer 2018 food safety campaign. This focuses on preventing people from getting food poisoning by doing 3 simple things: Clean, Cook, Chill.... See More

Wellington Free Ambulance gets its own fundraising beer - just in time for summer

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from Dominion Post

Summer's here, so it's time to sit back, relax and maybe crack open a beer - why not one for a good …

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Fire at pump station affects water supply to Brooklyn

The Team from Wellington Water

UPDATE 3:30pm

Our crews have put a temporary fix in place that means we can restart supplying water to the reservoir. Please don't go nuts with your water use as we are still working on a permanent fix which will take a couple of days.

Residents shouldn't notice any interruptions to … View moreUPDATE 3:30pm

Our crews have put a temporary fix in place that means we can restart supplying water to the reservoir. Please don't go nuts with your water use as we are still working on a permanent fix which will take a couple of days.

Residents shouldn't notice any interruptions to their water supply, however if you do experience any water pressure or quality issues please contact Wellington City Council on 04 499 4444.

UPDATE 12pm

An electrical fire at Brooklyn’s Epuni Street drinking water pump station overnight has damaged important equipment used to control the supply of water to a major reservoir.

The Brooklyn reservoir holds 24 hours’ worth of drinking-water and supplies approximately 10,000 residents of Brooklyn. The reservoir is currently about 75% full.

Our crews have been on site since 3:00am this morning and are working to get this pump station up and running as quickly as possible.

There is currently no immediate threat to water supply for residents, however we’re asking residents to conserve water until we have a fix in place.

Things you can do to reduce your water use:
- Put off watering your garden.
- Hold off of washing your clothes or putting your dishwasher on.
- Turn the tap off while brushing your teeth and washing your hands.
- Reduce your shower time or put off showering.
- Use the single flush button on your toilet (or apply the ‘if it’s yellow let it mellow’ rule).

At this stage we expect to get some service restored to the pump station this afternoon but it could take until tomorrow.

We will provide updates once we have further information.

This is also a great reminder to make sure you have your home water storage sorted. In case of an emergency you will need to rely on the water you have stored at home. You can purchase 200 litre water tanks from your local council for $105, or simply fill plastic bottles of various sizes and store in a cool dry space.

2010 Mazda Premacy for sale

Christopher Brougham from Framer Vs Framer

This car is in fantastic condition and only done 63,000kms. High spec model with all the extras. New battery and recent new tyres and full service. Have priced for a quick sale before Christmas - $9500. Call: 021 784557

Thanks.

Price: $9,500

Karori Community Centre Holiday Closing Dates

Nicky Bridge from Karori Community Centre

We will be closing up this Friday at 2pm and back in action on the 14th January. Wishing our wonderful community a lovely break and we look forward to seeing you in 2019.

Introducing our new Youth Development Worker

Nicky Bridge from Karori Community Centre

We'd like to welcome on board our new Youth Development Worker - Alexandra Powell! She will be running our Youth Centre on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Alex has been a Youth Worker at Karori Baptist Church since 2014 and has also worked at Karori Normal School - so she knows our community… View moreWe'd like to welcome on board our new Youth Development Worker - Alexandra Powell! She will be running our Youth Centre on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Alex has been a Youth Worker at Karori Baptist Church since 2014 and has also worked at Karori Normal School - so she knows our community and young people well.

In Alex's own words she is "fulfilled by roles with meaning and purpose. My heart's desire is to support those who need it most in our country and in our world, using the skills that I have been given."

A Spaceship has landed in Wellington!

Izabella Venter from Escape Mate

Come and explore our Spaceship escape room, minimum of 5 people and maximum of 16. Visit us today!

Let's all share some joy around

Lean from Karori

Then you're at the supermarket, when suddenly ........

Positive energy to provide all the joy that is contagious to all. Let's all be Joyful!

Anybody know if any of the Wellington supermarkets are spreading some Christmas joy? Could be nice to follow this example.

… View moreThen you're at the supermarket, when suddenly ........

Positive energy to provide all the joy that is contagious to all. Let's all be Joyful!

Anybody know if any of the Wellington supermarkets are spreading some Christmas joy? Could be nice to follow this example.

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Poll: Do you know the difference between a paper wasp and regular ones?

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

As we work to control and reduce wasp populations around New Zealand it is important to know which type of wasp you are targeting.

Is it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.

Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct… View moreAs we work to control and reduce wasp populations around New Zealand it is important to know which type of wasp you are targeting.

Is it a vespula wasp (German or common) or a paper wasp? Find out the difference here.

Once you know which type of wasp to target, the next step is to use the correct control method.

Do you know the difference between a paper wasp and regular ones?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 46.6% Yes
  46.6% Complete
• 53.4% No
  53.4% Complete

779 votes

Poll: Should personal cannabis use be legalised?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

A binding referendum on personal cannabis is to be held at the 2020 general election. Do you think personal cannabis use should be legalised in NZ? Read more about the topic here.

Should personal cannabis use be legalised?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 55.5% Yes
  55.5% Complete
• 44.5% No
  44.5% Complete

1642 votes

Wheelie bin clips

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

We’ve finished delivering over 40,000 wheelie bin clips to all residents who currently have a council-provided wheelie bin. If you have a council recycling wheelie bin, and haven’t received a clip, please let us know by Friday 18 Jan and we can organise for delivery in Jan/Feb 2019. You can … View moreWe’ve finished delivering over 40,000 wheelie bin clips to all residents who currently have a council-provided wheelie bin. If you have a council recycling wheelie bin, and haven’t received a clip, please let us know by Friday 18 Jan and we can organise for delivery in Jan/Feb 2019. You can call us (04 499 4444) or email info@wcc.govt.nz with your name, address & phone number.

Are you looking for a rental property?

Katie Townshend Reporter from Dominion Post

Wellington could take over Auckland as the most expensive place to rent in New Zealand, experts are warning. It comes as new figures show median rents in the capital have equaled Auckland for the first time. Are you searching for a rental property? What's the market like? (Please mark comments… View moreWellington could take over Auckland as the most expensive place to rent in New Zealand, experts are warning. It comes as new figures show median rents in the capital have equaled Auckland for the first time. Are you searching for a rental property? What's the market like? (Please mark comments NFP if you don't want them used in a story).

#FoodRecallNZ

Pat from Karori

18 December 2018: Bowmont Wholesale Meats Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Bowmont Wholesale Meats Traditional Leg Ham (Use by date: 21/01/19) due to incorrect labelling as fully cooked. This product is uncooked, and not ready to eat.
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