Oriental Bay, Wellington

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

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

2772 days ago

Got an opinion on how Council represents you?

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Here at Greater Wellington we want to know if our community feel we have the balance right around the number of Greater Wellington Councillors that represent our region, and is where they are based an accurate reflection? Your view will help Council plan how we represent our wider region.

Take … View more
Here at Greater Wellington we want to know if our community feel we have the balance right around the number of Greater Wellington Councillors that represent our region, and is where they are based an accurate reflection? Your view will help Council plan how we represent our wider region.

Take a few minutes and complete the survey, have your say by end of Tuesday 5 June.

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2772 days ago

National Volunteer Week 2018 - Quote

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

Who doesn’t love a good quote?! 😍

With National Volunteer Week coming up next month (17-23 June) we’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW slogan.

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

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Who doesn’t love a good quote?! 😍

With National Volunteer Week coming up next month (17-23 June) we’ve been busy collecting quotes to reflect our NVW slogan.

“Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.”

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

Have a favourite volunteering quote? Share it below!

#NVW2018 #volunteering #newzealand

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2772 days ago

Poll: Would you live in a retirement village?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

New retirement villages are popping up everywhere, with some retirees so keen to get in they're putting down their money before building begins. But would you live in one or would you rather stay in your own home?

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New retirement villages are popping up everywhere, with some retirees so keen to get in they're putting down their money before building begins. But would you live in one or would you rather stay in your own home?

Find out more about the upsides, downsides and realities of retirement village living, and let us know what would influence (or already has influenced) your decision for or against it.

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Would you live in a retirement village?
  • 11.1% Yes, it's already on the agenda
    11.1% Complete
  • 51.2% Possibly, I wouldn't rule it out
    51.2% Complete
  • 37.7% No, it's not for me
    37.7% Complete
2274 votes
2772 days ago

Volunteer for Samaritans

Jo Leahy from Samaritans of Wellington Incorporated

You can make an amazing difference by volunteering for Samaritans and providing support and encouragement for people when they are going through a difficult time in their life. Apply now to reserve your place on our next volunteer training course starting in July. Contact 04 472 3676 or … View moreYou can make an amazing difference by volunteering for Samaritans and providing support and encouragement for people when they are going through a difficult time in their life. Apply now to reserve your place on our next volunteer training course starting in July. Contact 04 472 3676 or wellington@samaritans.org.nz

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2772 days ago

Queen's Birthday weekend at California Home & Garden

California Home and Garden Centre

Looking for something to do this long Queen's Birthday weekend? Why not come and visit California Home and Garden Centre.

We have Right Royal multi-deals and special Loyalty Member deals in store. Valid from 8.30am Saturday, 2nd June until 5.30pm Monday, 4th June. While stocks last.

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Looking for something to do this long Queen's Birthday weekend? Why not come and visit California Home and Garden Centre.

We have Right Royal multi-deals and special Loyalty Member deals in store. Valid from 8.30am Saturday, 2nd June until 5.30pm Monday, 4th June. While stocks last.

California Home and Garden Centre
316 Waiwhetu Road, Fairfield, Lower Hutt.
Find out more!

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2772 days ago

Get in quick!

Visique CapitalEyes

Come and visit us at our Petone Clinic and receive a FREE spectacle lens cleaning cloth. All you have to do is mention this post to our staff. We have limited supplies so get in QUICK!

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2773 days ago

Study Programme - The Basic Ideas of Theosophy - 5 June-7 August 2018, 7.30pm, Every Tuesday

Sushma Webber from The Wellington Branch of the Theosophical Society

Register now! Only a few more days to go!

During the 3-month committed study programme we will enquire into:- How does the universe work? What are the Lines of Investigation?
- What is the purpose of life? What is our goal for being here on this planet?
- Is there justice in this world? Why is… View more
Register now! Only a few more days to go!

During the 3-month committed study programme we will enquire into:- How does the universe work? What are the Lines of Investigation?
- What is the purpose of life? What is our goal for being here on this planet?
- Is there justice in this world? Why is there so much suffering?

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2773 days ago

Public Talk - 'The Heart of Theosophy' by John Vorstermans

Sushma Webber from The Wellington Branch of the Theosophical Society

Join us for an inspiring talk on 'The Heart of Theosophy' by John Vorstermans, the National President of the Theosophical Society in New Zealand, followed by discussion and a chat over cups of tea and biscuits. Koha appreciated.

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2773 days ago

Poi with Grace

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

Join us in learning some simple poi actions. Limited places - bring your own poi if you have one. There will be a few available for you to use
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Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets

Poi with Grace is part of our Matariki Week Celebrations

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Join us in learning some simple poi actions. Limited places - bring your own poi if you have one. There will be a few available for you to use
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Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets

Poi with Grace is part of our Matariki Week Celebrations

Grace has performed competitively at regionals and nationals. She holds poi classes for all levels and welcomes anyone who wants to learn poi from beginners to advanced

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2773 days ago

Keep warm this winter

Master Plumbers NZ - Wellington

Winter is coming! Has your house been toasty warm during the recent cold snap or are you thinking of ways to improve it? A Master Gasfitter can give you advice on the latest heating options available or service required to ensure your existing gas fittings are safe and working efficiently. Check … View moreWinter is coming! Has your house been toasty warm during the recent cold snap or are you thinking of ways to improve it? A Master Gasfitter can give you advice on the latest heating options available or service required to ensure your existing gas fittings are safe and working efficiently. Check out our blog on gas heating options for your home and use our online search tool to find a gas expert in your area.

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2773 days ago

Encourage biodiversity at your place

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Now is the time of year to think ahead about planting, and about the ways that you can encourage biodiversity at your place. Think about designing for sustainability, wildlife-friendly planting, identifying “that thing” and managing pests and weeds. Check out our top backyard biodiversity tips

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2773 days ago

Supporting Kids in the Middle

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse stores will be fundraising for Women’s Refuge Kids in the Middle Programme for the next three weeks. Stop by to purchase a $2 key ring at our checkouts or add a donation, where funds raised will go towards helping over 4,102 children across New Zealand rebuild a life free from … View moreThe Warehouse stores will be fundraising for Women’s Refuge Kids in the Middle Programme for the next three weeks. Stop by to purchase a $2 key ring at our checkouts or add a donation, where funds raised will go towards helping over 4,102 children across New Zealand rebuild a life free from violence.

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2773 days ago

15 finalists, thousands of winners

Teach NZ

Every single day, teams in schools and early learning services across the country work together to create brighter futures for our children and young people.

And every Matariki, the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate their outstanding achievements at a … View more
Every single day, teams in schools and early learning services across the country work together to create brighter futures for our children and young people.

And every Matariki, the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate their outstanding achievements at a prestigious awards ceremony.

The finalists were recently announced for the 2018 Awards, and schools or early learning services from your region could be among them. You can catch up on the last few years’ finalists and winners and find out more about what this year’s finalists achieved on our website.
Find out more

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2774 days ago

It's a great time of year to plant fruit trees

Social Media Specialist from Wellington City Council

Dreamed of having your own fruit tree at home? Now is the perfect time to get planting for a very rewarding, easy way to grow food for you, your family and friends. Check out our website to find out what grows best in Wellington

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2774 days ago

Caring for your family treasures: Photographs

The Team from Alexander Turnbull Library

A free Family History talk focussing on the preservation of family photographs.
Programme Rooms, Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
12.10 - 1.00pm
Tuesday 19 June 2018

This month we are combining our Family History Talk and … View more
A free Family History talk focussing on the preservation of family photographs.
Programme Rooms, Te Ahumairangi (ground floor), National Library, corner Molesworth and Aitken Streets, Thorndon
12.10 - 1.00pm
Tuesday 19 June 2018

This month we are combining our Family History Talk and Conservation Clinic. In this special session, the National Preservation Office Field Conservator, Vicki-Anne Heikell, will be presenting a talk focussing on the preservation of family photographs. The presentation will be followed by an opportunity for one-on-one conservation advice on your own family photographs. Vicki-Anne is a professional paper conservator. In her role as Field Conservator she provides training and advice in the preservation of documentary heritage items and collections to individuals, groups, iwi/Māori and organisations throughout New Zealand and operates under the auspices of the Turnbull Library’s National Preservation Office Te Tari Tohu Taonga (NPO).

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