Kingston, Wellington

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2510 days ago

Gorgeous little stool

Lynda from Lyall Bay

Perfect occasional chair for your bedroom, living space and tiny space. Vintage Item has been re-stuffed, painted and reupholstered. $50.00 ono. Measurements are 46cm x 33cm and height is 38cm.

Price: $50

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2512 days ago

The Paper Boat Closure - a trend or one off?

Warren from Island Bay

Sad to see that the Paper Boat in Berhampore has closed. The latest in a number of businesses that have occupied this location. There are probably a number of factors why they’ve closed but I wonder if there simply isn’t the foot traffic in the area any longer to make it an economic … View moreSad to see that the Paper Boat in Berhampore has closed. The latest in a number of businesses that have occupied this location. There are probably a number of factors why they’ve closed but I wonder if there simply isn’t the foot traffic in the area any longer to make it an economic proposition. After the Post Office the longest tenure I can recall there was Mel’s Diner which was something of an institution.
Mel’s catering business for the burgeoning film industry at the time would also have helped.
Maybe the area can only handle businesses that rely on very low overheads, relatively light turnover, or specialist high quality products and services with few more accessible competitors in neighbouring suburbs.
So what for Berhampore? Will it continue to show the signs and symptoms of a depressed socio-economic area (lots of empty shops, a growing number of second hand shops, etc) or is there hope? I understand that there are going to be quite a lot of road works happening in the area, which as Kilbirnie can attest certainly didn’t help business.
As an ex-resident (I lived in Berhampore in the 70’s and again in the late 80’s) I’d be very sad to see this happen.
Do WCC have any plans to boost economic development in the area? Do WCC even have integrated economic development strategies at a suburban level or are they completely macro-focused and are taking a “let the devil take the hindmost” approach.
Maybe someone from the Berhampore Residents Association can comment. I know that in Island Bay attempts by resident and business organisations to engage with local authorities and officers have not been that successful or sometimes not even that well-received. Unless of course the approaches are completely aligned with what they already have decided is needed 🙄

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2510 days ago

Training on how to repair Computer Hardware

Neil James from Melrose

I have heard that there is an organisation in the Wellington area that uses computers to offer training on soldering and hardware repair for young people. Can anyone provide contact information for this group?

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2510 days ago

Heated Towel Rail. Free Standing

Vivien from Newtown

950 x 600

Price: $20

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2512 days ago

Need Washing Machine and Fridge

Ayla from Mount Cook

Hey gang,
I'm on the hunt for a washing machine, and a fridge (in working condition). Need by the middle of next week (14/02). Ideally would be able to drop off but not essential.

2510 days ago

Want a Slice of Convenience?

Mainland NZ

There's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.

So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, … View more
There's nothing worse than a soggy sammy. The trick to keeping kids interested in eating their lunch (and stopping yourself getting bored making it) is mixing it up with variations on a theme that you know they already love.

So instead of a plain ham and cheese sandwich on sliced bread, try folding slices of ham and cheese into wedges of crunchy baguette or a soft bap. Save time and stress by using Mainland’s convenient sliced cheese – available in Edam, Tasty, Colby and Swiss to suit your family’s taste.

Head to mainland.co.nz for some quick and easy cheesy ideas.
Get lunchbox inspiration

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2511 days ago

Free double futon mattress - PICK UP ONLY

Aileen from Melrose

We are in Melrose so if you want to come and get it, message here.

Free

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2511 days ago

Nintendo DS with games

Ainsley from Kingston

Comes with controller, games and case as pictured
Still in working order but kids have enough devices!!
Pick up Kingston

Price: $40

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2511 days ago

Wooden CD Stand

Ainsley from Kingston

Free to a good home
CD stand just over 1 metre tall
Pick up Kingston

Free

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2511 days ago

Slide Projector with carousels

Ainsley from Kingston

Old school slide projector with heaps of carousels and extra bulb if needed.
The power converter is very heavy - but we have now viewed our slides and no longer need this.
Pick up Kingston

Price: $40

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2511 days ago

Rongotai College Shorts x 2

Ainsley from Kingston

Rongotai College Shorts x 2 - size 77
Only worn for 2 terms each last year and in perfect condition
Pick up Kingston

Price: $55

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