Owhiro Bay, Wellington

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

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2648 days ago

Free School Holiday fun at your local library

June from Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces

Get the kids out of the house for free educational entertainment during the October School Holidays. Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces has joined forces with the Royal New Zealand Ballet education team to provide dance workshops, and ballet-themed diorama workshops and competition. … View moreGet the kids out of the house for free educational entertainment during the October School Holidays. Wellington City Libraries and Community Spaces has joined forces with the Royal New Zealand Ballet education team to provide dance workshops, and ballet-themed diorama workshops and competition. There is also a myriad of other activities happening – movie screenings, lego, stop-motion movie making, puppet making, Beyblade tournaments, and so much more. You can find out about our school holiday activities on our website at wcl.govt.nz/kids and check out the schedule details on the event calendar wcl.govt.nz/kidsholidays. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for updates www.facebook.com...

2648 days ago

Poll: Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?

Virginia Fallon Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Do you fancy year-round summer hours?
The European Union will soon recommend members drop daylight saving hours in favour of staying on summer time throughout the year.
Would you like the same for Aotearoa? Let us know!

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Is it time to end daylight saving in New Zealand?
  • 49.3% Drop daylight savings, summer hours should be year-round.
    49.3% Complete
  • 50.7% Keep it! I love the change in hours.
    50.7% Complete
2481 votes
2648 days ago

Nĭ hăo Karori – it’s Chinese Language Week.

Nicky Bridge from Karori Community Centre

To celebrate, Wellington City Libraries invite you to test your language skills and learn something new at their libraries. Events include dance performances and Chinese language lessons. Visit Wellington City Libraries' website to find out more.

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2648 days ago

Have you ever used avocado oil in your baking?

Pamela Barnes from Avocado Oil NZ LTD

Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.

Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known … View more
Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.

Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known New Zealand chef Michael Van de Elzen.

Pure avocado goodness, with at least 12 avocados in every bottle, Grove Avocado Oil is a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. Discover why Grove is NZ’s number one avocado oil. Available online and in leading supermarkets.

The Grove Team
Check out our recipes!

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2648 days ago

Day of Decision Event

The Universal Church of the Kingdom of God

Change only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action.

It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.

On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with … View more
Change only comes when you DECIDE you’ve had enough and take action.

It’s your decision to stay as you are — or to do something different, attend this event, and apply what you learn and change your life.

On Sunday, 14th October at 10am, a generous amount of holy oil, blended with olive oil from the Holy Land will be given FREE OF CHARGE to everyone who attends.

This oil will serve as a point of contact, a tangible way for you to use your faith and connect with God.

We challenge you to come with your problems and see for yourself what God can do in your life.
Find out more

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2649 days ago

Metlink bus timetables affected by union stop work meeting

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Due to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.

The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

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Due to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.

The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

The following service details apply:
• Normal services will run through the peak period until 9am.
• Reduced services will run between 9am and 3pm.
• Normal services will resume from around 3pm so there should be no impact on afternoon peak services.
• School services should not be affected.

For full details of bus services throughout Wednesday 26 September can be found at Metlink.org.nz or by calling Metlink on 0800 801700.

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2654 days ago

Will Ola help you get around Wellington easier?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

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Hi neighbours,

Another alternative to Uber is set to launch in Wellington within the next few weeks. The ride sharing service called Ola, is looking for drivers and hopes to be taking passengers in two to three weeks time, depending on driver interest. To read more about this, click here.

Will this new service help you get around the capital? Or will you stick to using the bus? Let us know your thoughts in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff.)

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2649 days ago

Subscribe to NZ Gardener's weekly ezine Get Growing and get free herb seeds!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)

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2649 days ago

Stop work meeting service disruption Wednesday 26 September 9am-3pm

Community Engagement Advisor from

The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

To find out the services … View more
The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.

To find out the services available and any cancellations on Wednesday, visit our website

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2649 days ago

Could you be mortgage-free in 10 years?

enableMe - Financial Personal Trainers - Wellington

enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!

In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to… View more
enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!

In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to pay less interest, get mortgage-free faster – and much more.

Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Thursday 4th October at 12pm and 5:30pm. Tickets are $15 for a single or $20 for two – book your seat now!

Text SAVE to 268 or visit www.enableme.co.nz/events
Book your tickets here!

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2649 days ago

Great fares to Europe in 2019

Wellington Airport

Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.

With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!

Book before 2 October to go in the draw to … View more
Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.

With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!

Book before 2 October to go in the draw to win 1 million KrisFlyer miles, purchase a Singapore stopover holiday from $1, save up to 40% on pre-purchased additional baggage and receive a S$20 Changi transit card.

Terms and Conditions apply, visit singaporeair.com for further details.
Find out more!

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