Oriental Bay, Wellington

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

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

2745 days ago

A world without The Community Law manual?

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

What's the Community Law Manual?
If you’ve ever needed quick, free legal information, chances are you’ve read The Community Law Manual. The panel discussion will explore the role of The Community Law Manual as a resource for social justice and empowering the most vulnerable in society to … View more
What's the Community Law Manual?
If you’ve ever needed quick, free legal information, chances are you’ve read The Community Law Manual. The panel discussion will explore the role of The Community Law Manual as a resource for social justice and empowering the most vulnerable in society to know their rights within the law. Over a million people access The Manual online every year. Service providers all around the country rely on it as the most trusted legal resource of its kind. But what if it didn't exist?

Free event
Thursday, 5 July, 2018
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon

Unique resource
The Community Law Manual is a unique resource that is:
free
written in accessible language, and
targeted at those least likely to have access to legal services.

Conversation with past and present editors
Together with past and present editors, we will look at the evolution of the Community Law Manual from its early days as a simple ring-bound legal reference, to a comprehensive book over 1000-pages long that is updated and improved.


It is an opportunity to celebrate The Manual, to chart a course into the future, and to discuss the contribution of grassroots publishing to social justice.



About the speakers
Krissi Smith, Publishing Director — Krissi is the current Publishing Director at Community Law with over ten years’ experience in publishing and editing. Krissi has a background in Te Reo Māori, social justice and activism and has been with Community Law three years.

Nadine Hura, Communications Advisor — Nadine is a researcher and writer of Ngāti Hine, Ngāpuhi and Pākehā whakapa. She is the newly appointed Communications Advisor at Community Law.

Alexandra Kibble — is a writer, editor and community worker who lives with her partner and kids north of Wellington. She cut her teeth in radical book publishing in Australia and Latin America before moving to Aotearoa New Zealand and the Community Law movement here. Alex was involved in re-shaping the publishing programme of Community Law, including its online presence and its flagship Community Law Manual

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2745 days ago

Got that coffee fix?

Visique CapitalEyes

Interestingly there's emerging evidence that caffeine increases the eye's intra-ocular pressure (for a short period 1-2 hours after consumption). Higher IOPs are associated with glaucoma.

As they say "everything in moderation", more so for glaucoma risk people and their … View more
Interestingly there's emerging evidence that caffeine increases the eye's intra-ocular pressure (for a short period 1-2 hours after consumption). Higher IOPs are associated with glaucoma.

As they say "everything in moderation", more so for glaucoma risk people and their caffeine ☕️

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2747 days ago

Students not to blame for poor flats

Nice Place Property Management Ltd

Often students get slammed for the poor condition of their flats from drying washing inside and not opening the curtains, but it’s not always the tenants who are to blame for poor housing conditions.
As a landlord it is your responsibility to provide a liveable home, and as tenants, this home … View more
Often students get slammed for the poor condition of their flats from drying washing inside and not opening the curtains, but it’s not always the tenants who are to blame for poor housing conditions.
As a landlord it is your responsibility to provide a liveable home, and as tenants, this home needs to be maintained and respected.

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2745 days ago

Make a Difference Market, Saturday June 30

Sustainability Trust

Fancy a unique day out? Get along to Sustainability Trust’s Make a Difference Market, showcasing local businesses, all with a Fairtrade, ethical, natural, recycled, reusable or community twist!

Food, homeware, books, skincare, clothing, reusable bags, fabric, warm, energy-efficient homes, and … View more
Fancy a unique day out? Get along to Sustainability Trust’s Make a Difference Market, showcasing local businesses, all with a Fairtrade, ethical, natural, recycled, reusable or community twist!

Food, homeware, books, skincare, clothing, reusable bags, fabric, warm, energy-efficient homes, and much more.

Come and get set for winter, plastic-free July and Fairtrade fortnight. This event is plastic bag free so come prepared!

Where: Sustainability Trust’s EcoCentre, 2 Forresters Lane, Wellington
When: 10 am – 2pm, Saturday June 30

Full details: www.facebook.com/events/2077426902523899/
Find out more!

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2746 days ago

Have your say in our Parks Network Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Remember our parks network plan is currently open for your ideas. If you want to make a difference, help us improve the parks for future generations. www.surveymonkey.com... or Email us your thoughts parksplanning@gw.govt.nz

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2746 days ago

Merchandising Hooks

Stephen from Te Aro

Hi guys, we have some excess shop merchandising hooks, 24cms in length. Selling 50 for $25. If you're needing more, please let us know. We may have a few in smaller sizes available. We're down on 49 Dixon St if you want to have a look. Please let us know.

Price: $25

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2746 days ago

Simple ways to keep the winter power bills down

Annie Bannister from Utilities Disputes

Save on power this winter. The Mangawhai Focus nicely summarises EECA Energywise tips. Check your: lightbulbs; shower flow; wash cycle temperature; towel rail (turn it off); fridge (one is enough).

2746 days ago

Emergency supplies in vehicle

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

In some emergencies you may be stranded in your vehicle for some time. A flood, snow storm or major traffic accident could make it impossible to proceed.

What emergency supplies do you have in your vehicle?

www.happens.nz...

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2747 days ago

Poll: What do you wear in the garden?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Check out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For… View moreCheck out Get Growing subscriber Clare Strange's genius hack for a gardening apron. It was made from a pair of jeans from an op shop. "All of my gardening clothes come from op shops," she says. "Large men's shirts make good cover-ups to keep sun and insects off my arms. For the apron, start with a smaller size than you would wear so it doesn't wrap around too far. Check that it has a lot of pockets." So tell us if you've got similarly fashionable, exclusive-for-the-garden glad rags, and if yes, why not post a photo in the Reply space too!

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What do you wear in the garden?
  • 69% I have something upcycled from old stuff.
    69% Complete
  • 5% I bought something especially.
    5% Complete
  • 26.1% No! I like gardening in the buff!
    26.1% Complete
422 votes
2747 days ago

Researching kindergarten: the endeavors of women for the play of children

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Come and hear authors Helen May and Kerry Bethell talk about their new book Growing a kindergarten movement in Aotearoa New Zealand describing, in particular, the research and recovery of the several kindergarten biographies featured in the book.

Wednesday 4 July 2018
12.10pm - 1.00pm
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Come and hear authors Helen May and Kerry Bethell talk about their new book Growing a kindergarten movement in Aotearoa New Zealand describing, in particular, the research and recovery of the several kindergarten biographies featured in the book.

Wednesday 4 July 2018
12.10pm - 1.00pm
Programme Rooms, Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
Free event.

Helen May and Kerry Bethell will outline the context of their new book Growing a Kindergarten Movement in Aotearoa New Zealand as part of a broader NZ Kindergarten History Project describing in particular, the beginnings of Kindergarten and its links to women’s suffrage, and the research and recovery of the several kindergarten biographies featured in the book. The presentation will be illustrated with a selection of the photographic imagery illustrating across eras: kindergarten activities and celebrations, the work of teachers, buildings and architecture, gardens and outdoor play as well as kindergarten politics and protest

Speaker biography: Helen May, Emeritus Professor University of Otago and Kerry Bethell, retired senior lecturer, Massey University are historians of early childhood education who have published and presented, nationally and internationally. This is their first joint publication. Helen and Kerry have travelled extensively around kindergarten historical sites and archives, gathering new sources for their research.

Image: Cover of volume 4 of Growing a kindergarten movement in Aotearoa New Zealand by Helen May and Kerry Bethell (Wellington: NZCER Press, 2017)

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2747 days ago

This is your LAST chance!

Visique CapitalEyes

This is your LAST chance to get a $30 book voucher from Unity Books Wellington with the purchase of any new frames.

Our offer is ending on the 30th June so come and see us about your new glasses before then and enjoy a new book on us!

Only available at CapitalEyes.

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2747 days ago

Farmhouse Oven

Just Paterson

Check out this AGA cast iron beauty 😍
Our agents would die for one of these charming farmhouse cookers!
Stay tuned for more kitchen inspo!

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2747 days ago

Your Trees and Your Power Supply

Wellington Electricity Lines

At Wellington Electricity, we take your safety around our electricity network and continuity of power supply very seriously. The Electricity (Hazards from Tree) Regulations 2003 were introduced by Government to help us achieve this. These regulations state that there are responsibilities that you … View moreAt Wellington Electricity, we take your safety around our electricity network and continuity of power supply very seriously. The Electricity (Hazards from Tree) Regulations 2003 were introduced by Government to help us achieve this. These regulations state that there are responsibilities that you are required to undertake with the trees on your property. Trees need to be kept a minimum distance from power lines and Wellington Electricity will work with you to ensure this requirement is achieved.

Treescape will advise through “Cut and Trim” notices your requirements to maintain trees clear of power lines. On receipt of this advice, you will need to complete this work if safe to do so or engage a suitably qualified and competent tree trimming contractor.

For further information please contact Wellington Electricity on 0800 248 148 or Treescape on 0800 873 396 (0800–TREEWORK), or visit our website, www.welectricity.co.nz
Find out more!

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2756 days ago

Have your say in our Parks Network Plan

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Winter is in full swing and you may be stuck for weekend ideas. We have a great one for you. Go check out the scenic and historic Wollen Mills dam in the Korokoro Valley. When there is plenty of rain, the site is more dramatic.

Let us know how we can improve our parks in our Parks Network Plan … View more
Winter is in full swing and you may be stuck for weekend ideas. We have a great one for you. Go check out the scenic and historic Wollen Mills dam in the Korokoro Valley. When there is plenty of rain, the site is more dramatic.

Let us know how we can improve our parks in our Parks Network Plan at www.surveymonkey.com...

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2748 days ago

Graeme Bergh's Ride Forever testimonial...

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, … View more
Graeme Bergh is a keen motorcyclist and happens to be a NZ Police officer. He’s attended many serious motorcycle crashes and learned first-hand the factors that cause and contribute to them.

Sadly, in the majority of cases, there were things the rider could have done to prevent the crash, “and that breaks my heart”, says Graeme. His solution? “Do some training”. It just might save your life.

Sign up for training today.
Enrol now

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