Takapu Valley, Wellington

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

From us at Neighbourly

1828 days ago

Our mowing team is flat out!

Seamus Boyer from Wellington City Council

It's been a wet and warm few months which has been great for grass, but not so good for our mowing team, which has been busy trying to keep up with keeping it down.

The focus recently has been on busy sites like play areas, cemeteries and reserves, but despite our staff being a cut above the… View more
It's been a wet and warm few months which has been great for grass, but not so good for our mowing team, which has been busy trying to keep up with keeping it down.

The focus recently has been on busy sites like play areas, cemeteries and reserves, but despite our staff being a cut above the rest and working long hours straight through to the New Year, we may not get to mow and trim everywhere – so we ask for patience in the meantime, and to remember the grass is always greener!

For more info on our awesome mowing team, check out the story and video here: wellington.govt.nz...

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1821 days ago

New Zealand charities could lose $1.4 billion

Reporter Community News

Do you still write out cheques? The major banks are phasing them out next year and that is bad news for charities like the Cancer Society and the Heart Foundation.

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1822 days ago

Yellow pohutakawa

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighjbourly folk, I am doing a story on the various colours pohutukawa and rata come in.
If you have any pics or know where any yellow, orange or white variants are, I would love to hear from you.
nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz or 027 6420086

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1821 days ago

Summer City kicks-off with a bang on New Year’s Eve

Reporter Community News

Whairepo Lagoon will be the place to be for New Year’s Eve, as everyone comes together to countdown towards the start of 2021 with live music, kai, entertainment and fireworks.
Other events on Wellington City Council's Summer City Programme include.
* Thurs 31 December | See in the New Year … View more
Whairepo Lagoon will be the place to be for New Year’s Eve, as everyone comes together to countdown towards the start of 2021 with live music, kai, entertainment and fireworks.
Other events on Wellington City Council's Summer City Programme include.
* Thurs 31 December | See in the New Year with a night of music, food, and fireworks from 8pm - 12 midnight at Whairepo Lagoon.
* 12 - 31 January | The iconic Gardens Magic returns to the Soundshell in Botanic Garden ki Paekākā.
* 13-17 Jan | The NZ Cycle Classic comes to the region.
* Sat 23 Jan | Pasifika will be showcasing the sights, sounds and flavours from our Pacific neighbours from midday – 6pm.
* 24 - 25 Jan | Wellington’s latest event Welly Weekend brings fun, festivities and fireworks to the waterfront.
* 25 Jan - 29 Feb | The Performance Arcade is a six-week festival of free music, culture and entertainment along the waterfront. .
* Sat 30 Jan | Kids’ Magic in the Dell – Pack a picnic, grab the gang and head to the hills for a fun and fantabulous do at the Dell from 11am-1pm.

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1821 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Here is one for book lovers. Can anybody remember where this is?

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1821 days ago

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

Escha from Normandale

hi there i have a small room for rent in my town house in normandale 2.5 x3 meter for a low price 100 a week because of size of room have two lovely cats and looking for someone caring that is quiet and kind and loves cats email eschasgallery72@gmail.com

1821 days ago

$8000 for Wellington City Council forum for 54 people

Reporter Community News

Just 54 people showed up to an $8000, male-dominated Wellington City Council event about the city's economic future after nearly two-thirds of invitees stayed away, according to an official information release from the council.
Mayor Andy Foster and councillor Diane Calvert were the … View more
Just 54 people showed up to an $8000, male-dominated Wellington City Council event about the city's economic future after nearly two-thirds of invitees stayed away, according to an official information release from the council.
Mayor Andy Foster and councillor Diane Calvert were the "vision setters" in November's Wellington Next: Economy forum, for which the invitation promised a "two hour interactive blast into the future from which we may not return, it’s that good”.
Do you think this is a good use of council money?

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1821 days ago

alphabet stainless steel cookie cutter

Cindy from Tawa

Brand new, stainless steel.
These Number & Alphabet fondant cookies sutters are wonderful kindergarten teaching aids and baking class tools. Can be used for cutting cakes, fondant, thinly sliced fruit, bread, pie, sandwiches, cookie dough, cheese, playdough, or craft clay.

Price: $12

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1821 days ago

cookie cutters

Cindy from Tawa

brand new
see as pictures
$4 a set

Price: $4

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1821 days ago

music toy

Cindy from Tawa

Great condition, only for $8

see as pictured

Price: $8

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1821 days ago

A-Z Foam Play Mat -two sets for $20

Cindy from Tawa

two sets play mat, teaches all the letters from A to Z, only used for 3 months, good condition, normal wear and tear.
one set play mat measurement: dimensions: 218cm (L) x 0.9cm (H) x 127cm (W)

Price: $20

1821 days ago

Missing woman found

Reporter Community News

Stokes Valley woman Mika Quinn has been found.
On Tuesday evening. police said she had been located in the Breaker Bay area and has been taken to hospital for treatment.
Thanks for everybody who looked out for.

1826 days ago

SPCA Happy Christmas Yarn

Reporter Community News

Meet Ralph! This sweet boy spent months in SPCA care waiting for a forever family, and just ahead of Christmas, his dream came true.
His new dad Roger shares how Ralph is settling in.

"On day one of our adoption trial, we drove home together and Ralph held my hand the whole trip home (how … View more
Meet Ralph! This sweet boy spent months in SPCA care waiting for a forever family, and just ahead of Christmas, his dream came true.
His new dad Roger shares how Ralph is settling in.

"On day one of our adoption trial, we drove home together and Ralph held my hand the whole trip home (how cute!).
That evening as we were heading to bed after sniffing everything in the house, he leapt onto our bed, burrowed under our blankets and dozed off. We hadn’t even turned off the lights! From that moment, we knew this was meant to be.
He is a sweetheart, he has opinions, he loves to cuddle on the couch, he likes rides, he likes walks, he likes our other dog, Bandos. Ralph may be deaf but that does not stop him from living his best life. We love Ralph and we wouldn’t change him for the world. He’s also well-loved by his new aunties, uncles, grandparents and great grandparents!
We are sorry that Ralph took a bit longer to find his new forever home but are happy that he found it with us."

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1826 days ago

Wellington's Christmas rātā are in full bloom

Reporter Community News

Move over pōhutukawa. Masses of Wellington's rātā trees are now in full bloom, towering overhead and resplendent in red, just in time for Christmas.
The abundant flowers are thanks to the possum eradication efforts from the past 25 years.
A good place to check them out is … View more
Move over pōhutukawa. Masses of Wellington's rātā trees are now in full bloom, towering overhead and resplendent in red, just in time for Christmas.
The abundant flowers are thanks to the possum eradication efforts from the past 25 years.
A good place to check them out is Otari-Wilton's Bush.

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1827 days ago

What is the best thing that happened to you in 2020.

Reporter Community News

It has been a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses, financial fallout and our closed borders.

What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year? It could be getting to know your neighbours, learning how to make bread or pizza dough, or just staying… View more
It has been a trying year with the Covid-19 outbreak, the resulting job losses, financial fallout and our closed borders.

What is the best thing that happened to you in an otherwise gloomy year? It could be getting to know your neighbours, learning how to make bread or pizza dough, or just staying healthy.

*Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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