Maupuia, Wellington

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

From us at Neighbourly

2586 days ago

Bird breeding season means it's also trapping pests season!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Right now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the … View moreRight now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the effectiveness of these traps by clearing them much more often! This is the best thing you can do for the birds in your area between October and December.

Learn more about trapping at www.gw.govt.nz...

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2586 days ago

Day-long tea break event to celebrate Suffrage 125

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Wed 28 November is the 125th anniversary of women voting for the first time in a general election. To celebrate this, Public Share is hosting a day-long tea break in Civic Square from 10.30am-3.30pm. Come along and enjoy a cup of tea and biscuit, and read a copy of the OVER TIME newspaper. For more… View moreWed 28 November is the 125th anniversary of women voting for the first time in a general election. To celebrate this, Public Share is hosting a day-long tea break in Civic Square from 10.30am-3.30pm. Come along and enjoy a cup of tea and biscuit, and read a copy of the OVER TIME newspaper. For more info click here.

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2587 days ago

25 years Caring for your Hearing

Karen from Courtenay Hearing Centre

TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?

The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.

We have clinics in … View more
TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?

The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.

We have clinics in Courtenay Place, Paraparaumu, Waikanae and Levin. Visit our website www.courtenayhearing.co.nz for more information or contact us now on (04) 385 9144 or 000 432 766 to book a hearing assessment

Mention this ad for a $20 discount on a full diagnostic hearing assessment booked before Christmas 2018.
Find out more!

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2587 days ago

When poppies get the blues

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.

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2587 days ago

Win flights to Fiji!

Sport Wellington

Registrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!

Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.

Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s … View more
Registrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!

Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.

Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s something for everyone!

Don’t miss out on the very special Earlybird offer, register before midnight 30 November and go in the draw to win 2x return flights to Fiji with Fiji Airways!*

Enter online today at www.brendanfootsupersiteroundthebays.co.nz

*Terms and conditions apply, see website for details.
Find out more!

2589 days ago

Poll: Will you be affected by the closure of Kiwibanks?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fourteen Kiwibank branches could close before Christmas, with more set to shut in the New Year. Kiwibank branches in Petone, Stoke and Johnsonville - all in the Wellington region - have been earmarked for closure, the state-owned bank has said.

Kiwibank is opening new branches in Thames, … View more
Fourteen Kiwibank branches could close before Christmas, with more set to shut in the New Year. Kiwibank branches in Petone, Stoke and Johnsonville - all in the Wellington region - have been earmarked for closure, the state-owned bank has said.

Kiwibank is opening new branches in Thames, Whitiangi, Waihi, Matamata, Cambridge and Lower Hutt. Read more here

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Will you be affected by the closure of Kiwibanks?
  • 30.4% Yes - it will affect me
    30.4% Complete
  • 6.1% Yes - I will change banks
    6.1% Complete
  • 28.8% No - it won't affect me
    28.8% Complete
  • 17.8% Don't mind - I bank online
    17.8% Complete
  • 16.9% Not applicable to me
    16.9% Complete
427 votes
2587 days ago

Tidy Site NZ Limited

James from Miramar

DO YOU NEED SITE , GENERAL OR GREEN WASTE GONE FAST?

VISIT www.tidysite.co.nz...

0800 722 229

2588 days ago

Vote now! Resene colour your community

Resene

Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make … View more
Resene has six incredible finalists up for People's Choice Award as part of 2018's Colour your Community competition - and they need your vote!

Simply head to the poll and choose who you think deserves a helping hand and some Resene products. Voting closes Sunday 2 December so make sure you get your vite in before then! By doing so, you can help make a real difference to an organisation doing great work in a Kiwi community.
Vote now!

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2588 days ago

Reminder - Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

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Emergency Mobile Alert should work in areas with cell reception. About 97% of populated areas get cell reception, and work is being done by the mobile service operators to improve mobile coverage all the time.

The Nationwide Test of Emergency Mobile Alert is on 25 November between 6 and 7pm.

www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2588 days ago

Resealing works on Oriental Bay

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Starting Monday 26 Nov, we’ll be resealing Oriental Bay between Herd St and Freyberg Pool. The work will take place from 9am-4pm and is due to finish by Friday 30 Nov (weather dependent). During this time, we recommend using an alternative route if possible. The cycleway works on Oriental Parade … View moreStarting Monday 26 Nov, we’ll be resealing Oriental Bay between Herd St and Freyberg Pool. The work will take place from 9am-4pm and is due to finish by Friday 30 Nov (weather dependent). During this time, we recommend using an alternative route if possible. The cycleway works on Oriental Parade are almost complete.

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2589 days ago

Marlon Williams in Martinborough

Eccles Entertainment

In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Luna Estate
When: Saturday … View more
In celebration of his three wins at this year’s VNZMA’s for Album of the Year, Best Solo Artist and Best Video, Marlon Williams has just added five new shows in addition to his performance with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra at Villa Maria Winery.

Where: Luna Estate
When: Saturday 23rd February 2018

Ticketmaster members pre-sale runs from 12.00pm NZ on Thursday 22nd November for 24 hours from www.ticketmaster.co.nz

General public tickets on sale 12.00pm NZ Friday 23rd November from www.ticketmaster.co.nz
Find out more!

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2589 days ago

Friday Homes North Island Superstock Championships

Wellington Speedway

It is the big one at the Max Motors Wellington Family Speedway! Friday night see the action unfold with full fields of Superstocks battling it out to make the final 26 cars. With the best of the best found, Saturday will be set to be night of big hits and some the best and fastest racing in the … View moreIt is the big one at the Max Motors Wellington Family Speedway! Friday night see the action unfold with full fields of Superstocks battling it out to make the final 26 cars. With the best of the best found, Saturday will be set to be night of big hits and some the best and fastest racing in the country.

When: Saturday 1st December 2018
Where: 1039a State Highway 2, Upper Hutt

Tickets available at the gate on the night or online events.ticketbooth.co.nz

Student/Senior discounts and family concessions are available again this year.
Adult: $20.00
Child: 10-16 y/o: $10.00
Child Under 10: FREE
Students & Seniors (With ID or Gold Card): $15.00
Family (2 adults & up to 4 children): $50.00
Get your tickets here!

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2589 days ago

Let your older neighbours know... 💙💛

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is … View more
Friendly reminder that NZ Civil Defence will be running their second test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) System between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25th.

Please spread the word so more people are aware, especially among older friends and family who may be less tech-savvy, that this is simply a test and to not be alarmed when they receive the alert.

To learn more about EMA's and what to expect on the day, visit the link below.

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