Takapu Valley, Wellington

1837 days ago

Recreation facilities closing early this Sunday

Wellington City Council

This Sunday 13 Dec, all recreation centres and pools as well as ClubActive will be closing early for a staff Christmas function.

All recreation centres will be shutting at various times from 12pm, and all pools and ClubActive will be shut from 5pm. Our hardworking team have had a crazy few months… View more
This Sunday 13 Dec, all recreation centres and pools as well as ClubActive will be closing early for a staff Christmas function.

All recreation centres will be shutting at various times from 12pm, and all pools and ClubActive will be shut from 5pm. Our hardworking team have had a crazy few months and will be taking some well-deserved time to relax and celebrate the year that’s been.

All facilities will be open as usual on Monday morning and we look forward to seeing you. Thank you for your understanding.

For more info about recreation centre closing times, visit - wellington.govt.nz...

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1841 days ago

Kārearea/New Zealand falcon soaring in Wellington

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, have you spotted a kārearea lately? It is one of New Zealand's rarest birds but it is doing well in Wellington City.
If you have seen one, we would like to know where it was.

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1837 days ago

New Zealand Railfan Magazines for free.

Ron from Tawa

Pick up, call 232 8449

Free

1838 days ago

Last days to have your say on the Draft Cemeteries Management Plan

Wellington City Council

A growing number of people are visiting our cemeteries for recreation. In the Draft Cemeteries Management Plan, we’ve provided some clarification to ensure that recreational use is compatible with the needs of people visiting the graves of loved ones.

Read about what we’re proposing here: … View more
A growing number of people are visiting our cemeteries for recreation. In the Draft Cemeteries Management Plan, we’ve provided some clarification to ensure that recreational use is compatible with the needs of people visiting the graves of loved ones.

Read about what we’re proposing here: www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz....

Have your say on recreation in our cemeteries, and other issues, by filling the online survey before 5pm Friday 11 December.

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1838 days ago

One Percent Collective works for Wellington charities

Reporter Community News

Covid-19 could have been a disaster for Wellington charity the One Percent Collective, but instead the level of donations it receives has actually increased.
Donors donate a percentage of their income to the Collective, which distributes it to charities.
Charities it supports include including … View more
Covid-19 could have been a disaster for Wellington charity the One Percent Collective, but instead the level of donations it receives has actually increased.
Donors donate a percentage of their income to the Collective, which distributes it to charities.
Charities it supports include including Garden to Table, Bellyful, Kaibosh, Upside Downs, DCM, Spinning Top, Take my Hands and Nga Rangitahi Toa.
One Percent Collective co-founder Pat Shepherd said he expected donations to decrease due to Covid but donations had instead increased.

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1843 days ago

Poll: Should we get paid leave on our birthday

Reporter Community News

As the Government moves to double employees' sick leave entitlements, a man is calling for a law change to go even further – and allow workers to take a paid day off on their birthday.
When Clifford Hallett blows out the candles on his cake in a couple of weeks, he'll likely wish for an… View more
As the Government moves to double employees' sick leave entitlements, a man is calling for a law change to go even further – and allow workers to take a paid day off on their birthday.
When Clifford Hallett blows out the candles on his cake in a couple of weeks, he'll likely wish for an extra leave day to celebrate.
Hallett has launched a petition to Parliament requesting it pass legislation to give all employees that right.

Tell us what you think.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by STUFF.

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Should we get paid leave on our birthday
  • 27.3% Yes
    27.3% Complete
  • 69.9% No
    69.9% Complete
  • 2.8% Not Sure
    2.8% Complete
1139 votes
1839 days ago

looking for cat loving lady flatmate for home in normandale 40 and over

Escha from Normandale

my flatmates boyfriend has broken his leg so she wont be here much for a while and i have a smaller room upstairs i am thinking of renting to the right person who is quiet loves cats about 40 and over female.. i dont mind if you are retired either....i work from home as an artist my family is in … View moremy flatmates boyfriend has broken his leg so she wont be here much for a while and i have a smaller room upstairs i am thinking of renting to the right person who is quiet loves cats about 40 and over female.. i dont mind if you are retired either....i work from home as an artist my family is in holland so its been a bit lonely and would love some company of someone that is sensitive quiet caring and loves cats .my house is in normandale lower hutt 100 a week if this sounds like you drop me a line.............must love cats we have two one real timid one who sleeps with me if this sounds like you contact me on eschasgallery72@gmail.com

1840 days ago

Christmas dinners PAST memories?

Sandra from Normandale

With all this hurry up and lets get Christmas over and NEW Year begun.
What do do you recall about the FOOD served on Christmas day when you were YOUNG?
MINE was in the dining room with a white tablecloth, mum serving chicken [we had not invented turkey in the olden days] and all the fresh veges … View more
With all this hurry up and lets get Christmas over and NEW Year begun.
What do do you recall about the FOOD served on Christmas day when you were YOUNG?
MINE was in the dining room with a white tablecloth, mum serving chicken [we had not invented turkey in the olden days] and all the fresh veges dad brought in from the garden.
Desert was plum duff, with a SILVER coin slid in underneath, cream and custard and huge piles of garden ripe strawberries and cream.
We drank Curly Top fizzy drink.
Boxing day we headed off on holiday.

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1840 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Gabe

Reporter Community News

The SPCA Pet of the Day is Gabe from Porirua.
"I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time!​​ I am a fun, loveable, boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for … View more
The SPCA Pet of the Day is Gabe from Porirua.
"I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time!​​ I am a fun, loveable, boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for an experienced owner, who has a suitable property for me to thrive in. I'm always up for a walk or a game to play, and I love to find things to do and keep active. I am looking for a home with teenagers or adults, and a home without cats or small animals. I am happy to play with other active dogs, and love to be social with both people and dogs. If you are interested in me and my goofy personality - chat to the canine team."

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1840 days ago

15 more chances to win...

Santa in the Suburbs

You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our … View more
You will have noticed that our Neighbourly blue-feathered Santa has been giving out presents right across New Zealand, yet the Santa sack is still full!

Enter the daily draw by finding the secret Santa code hidden within a post on your Neighbourly newsfeed and enter it on our Santa in the Suburbs competition page.

Don't miss today's prize - a luxurious night in the executive suite of the Heritage Hotel.
Find Out More

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1840 days ago

Enrol at Whitby Collegiate in 2022

Whitby Collegiate Limited

Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
• A supportive learning environment.
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, … View more
Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
• A supportive learning environment.
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Johnsonville and the Hutt Valley.

Enrolments are now open for 2022. Limited spaces still available this year.

To apply to enrol, or for more information on booking a school tour and our open days go to whitbycollegiate.school.nz
Find out more

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1842 days ago

Is it cute or ugly?

Reporter Community News

A post on the Lower Hutt Kereru Rescue page is a reminder of how cute or ugly, depending on your point of view, baby kereru are.
The little fellah was handed in to the Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust before being handed over the Welington Zoo.

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1840 days ago

Christmas Hours

Anneke from Embrace Design

We will be open all Sundays until Christmas Eve.
10:00am - 2:00pm (Sunday hours only)

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1841 days ago

Looking to improve your garden!?

Joshua from

In our nursery we have a range of beautiful low maintenance plants, that are sure to impress.

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1841 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Benny and Bobby

Reporter Community News

Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every … View more
Meet Benny (puppy) and Bobby (kitten) who live with proud owner Alvante Harris.
When he took this photo, he says they were making it clear they did not want him to go to work.


The Pet of the Day is no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday. If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo.

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