Takapu Valley, Wellington

2746 days ago

Poll: Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View more
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.

We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?

Image
Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?
  • 4% Yes, let's scrap them
    4% Complete
  • 90.8% No, leave them as is
    90.8% Complete
  • 5.2% Let's just keep Anzac and Waitangi Day
    5.2% Complete
2405 votes
K
2746 days ago

Garage Sale

Kris from Churton Park

Garage Sale Saturday 23 June.
Starts 9.00am @ 2 Beatty Avenue Karori

All household contents items must go (furniture, china, general household, rugs, small fridge, washing machine) as well as tools including heavy duty builders concrete mixer with extended barrel, light weight lawn roller … View more
Garage Sale Saturday 23 June.
Starts 9.00am @ 2 Beatty Avenue Karori

All household contents items must go (furniture, china, general household, rugs, small fridge, washing machine) as well as tools including heavy duty builders concrete mixer with extended barrel, light weight lawn roller acros, concrete boxing stays and brackets.

Negotiable

2747 days ago

Is your emergency kit all sorted?

Nikau Foundation

We’re all about making Wellington one of the most resilient cities in the world. You can play your part too - from getting to know your neighbours and making sure your emergency tool kit is up to date, to getting stocked up on Wellington Chocolate Factory’s special-edition Stevey Templar … View moreWe’re all about making Wellington one of the most resilient cities in the world. You can play your part too - from getting to know your neighbours and making sure your emergency tool kit is up to date, to getting stocked up on Wellington Chocolate Factory’s special-edition Stevey Templar designed salted caramel chocolate bars…
Wait, what?!
Yes, you did read that right!
Head over to discover how Nikau Foundation is making resilience even sweeter and get involved! #GiveWhereYouLive
Find out more

Image
2747 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
Share your message now

Image
J
2754 days ago

Street Lighting

John from Churton Park

How do other communities feel about the quality and reduced illumination of the new LED street lighting. I understand it’s been set at 50% of its capability which in our neighbourhood has left streets considerably less lit than previously and arguably, for a variety of reasons, dangerously so. … View moreHow do other communities feel about the quality and reduced illumination of the new LED street lighting. I understand it’s been set at 50% of its capability which in our neighbourhood has left streets considerably less lit than previously and arguably, for a variety of reasons, dangerously so. Over 2 weeks I have rung WCC twice to request an improvement and appears little change. Have others had any success?

2747 days ago

A cautionary code compliance tale

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does your home have a code compliance certificate? A couple who lived in their Wellington townhouse for 25 years with no problems thought theirs did, until they decided to sell.

Find out what impact not having a code compliance certificate can have, and what you need to be aware of if … View more
Does your home have a code compliance certificate? A couple who lived in their Wellington townhouse for 25 years with no problems thought theirs did, until they decided to sell.

Find out what impact not having a code compliance certificate can have, and what you need to be aware of if you're unsure whether your home is up to code.

2747 days ago

July School Holiday Programme at the centre

The team from Churton Park Community Centre

July School Holiday programme with Dramaremedy at the centre;
Develop your child's appreciation of literature, acting skills and conversational ability through this workshop on Poetry, Prose and Scripted Plays.
Dates;
9th July - Poetry

10th July - Prose

11th July - Scripted Plays

View more
July School Holiday programme with Dramaremedy at the centre;
Develop your child's appreciation of literature, acting skills and conversational ability through this workshop on Poetry, Prose and Scripted Plays.
Dates;
9th July - Poetry

10th July - Prose

11th July - Scripted Plays

Time; 9.00 am - 4.00 pm (doors open from 8.30 am)
To enrol or for more details contact Dramaremedy on:

Phone: 04 478 5962 or 0220 27 33 16

E-mail: dramaremedy@gmail.com

Website: www.dramaremedy.co.nz...

Image
2747 days ago

Don't wait any longer!!!

Lockie from Churton Park

Have you got a never ending list of things to do around home?

Are there not enough hours in the day and the last thing you want to do is work on your weekend?

Sit back, relax and let Hawkins Property Services handle all the things you don't want to, you can even take the credit for it when … View more
Have you got a never ending list of things to do around home?

Are there not enough hours in the day and the last thing you want to do is work on your weekend?

Sit back, relax and let Hawkins Property Services handle all the things you don't want to, you can even take the credit for it when the family comes home.

Contact us now and let us help!

Ph: 027 477 3 477 or 477 3 477
Email: Hawkinspropertyservices@hotmail.co.nz

Image
2748 days ago

WIN a central heating package!

The Gas Hub

Can your home connect natural gas for FREE?
Head to The Gas Hub to find out and be in to WIN a central heating package.

This could be the start of a whole new level of comfort for your home.
Find out more!

Image
2748 days ago

Want a power free sewage treatment system?

NaturalFlow

Nature is one huge recycling mechanism, and the ‘NaturalFlow System’ works with ‘Nature’ by harnessing these forces, that have been quietly working together for thousands of years to break down and decompose waste all around us.

Positioning them in an enclosed eco-system that simulates … View more
Nature is one huge recycling mechanism, and the ‘NaturalFlow System’ works with ‘Nature’ by harnessing these forces, that have been quietly working together for thousands of years to break down and decompose waste all around us.

Positioning them in an enclosed eco-system that simulates the forest floor, to treat and break down your wastewater until it is perfectly safe to be re-introduced into the environment, via the soil, and of course – ‘Nature’ does all this, for you, for FREE!

Waterflow NZ Ltd has professional Installers that cover every region of New Zealand, contact us to find out the closest one to you.
Find out more!

Image
2749 days ago

What doesn't belong in the wastewater network

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

You know what doesn't belong in the wastewater network? A giant orange cone! And yet...

This cone was found blocking one of the wastewater pump stations in Porirua's CBD last week.

Not too sure how it got there... But our team managed to clear it from the pump station before any … View more
You know what doesn't belong in the wastewater network? A giant orange cone! And yet...

This cone was found blocking one of the wastewater pump stations in Porirua's CBD last week.

Not too sure how it got there... But our team managed to clear it from the pump station before any major damage was done. ?

In the past we've also found a pair of jeans, shampoo bottles, kids (and adults) toys, money, cellphones, pagers, and A LOT of wetwipes!

Image
2748 days ago

Fun for families!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our regional parks are filled with family day- out activities, from walks to bikes rides and seeing farm animals – they’re fun and free. We want to know what activities you like best and what more we should do or provide so your family can have fun in our parks? Have your say at … View moreOur regional parks are filled with family day- out activities, from walks to bikes rides and seeing farm animals – they’re fun and free. We want to know what activities you like best and what more we should do or provide so your family can have fun in our parks? Have your say at www.surveymonkey.com...

Image
2749 days ago

Find your potential with a BA

Massey University

Future proof yourself. Learn to always be thinking one step ahead so that you can thrive with change. Enrol in a Bachelor of Arts at Massey today and build the skills that employers are demanding. Find out more

Image
2749 days ago

Brahms & Tchaikovsky

New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

This will be a night to remember.

Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the … View more
This will be a night to remember.

Heralded by The Washington Post as “talent that’s off the scale”, American violinist Stefan Jackiw makes his NZSO debut with Brahms’ beloved Violin Concerto. The NZSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Symphony No. 4 and you will get to witness the world Premiere of Gareth Farr’s latest composition He iwi tahi tātou. This latest composition continues our Landfall commission series which commemorate the 250th anniversary in 2019 of Captain James Cook’s arrival in New Zealand.

Sat 23 Jun 7.30pm
Michael Fowler Centre
Wellington
Find out more

Image
D
2749 days ago

motor vehicle accident porirua round about

Dave from Tawa

Hi There did any one witness motor vehicle accident the round about at the end of Kenepuru Drive thursday last week 230 pm

if so could you help me with registration numbers

One of the vehicles drove off with out exchanging details .

Top