Thorndon, Wellington

Borrow it!

Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

66 days ago

storm damaged Gardens

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Has your Garden suffered a beating this week? Need a fresh look
Anyway? Call us today for a free quote too getting the garden looking smart

Ian 0272430951

66 days ago

Find Your Calm: Crafting Wooden Balance Rocks with Resene Stains

The Team from Resene ColorShop Thorndon

When the odds seem stacked against you, this mindful craft project is a way to find peace. Create your own balance rocks using wood and Resene Waterborne Woodsman testpots. Find out how to make and stain your own wooden balancing rocks with these easy step by step instructions.

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70 days ago

Khandallah Park

Sally from Khandallah

A big shout out to the hard working volunteers clearing weeds at Khandallah Park this past Sunday. The park is a taonga and we appreciate your work to keep it thriving.

73 days ago

Poll: Yay or nay to tourist fees? 🌏💰

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.

So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇

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Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.

So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇

Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.

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Yay or nay to tourist fees? 🌏💰
  • 68.4% Yay
    68.4% Complete
  • 31.6% Nay
    31.6% Complete
1846 votes
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67 days ago

Stroke information stall, 1st November, Karori Mall.

Peter from Karori

Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors are running a Stroke Information stall in Karori Mall on Saturday 1st November, 10am - 2.30pm.

This is information on how to avoid strokes. It is estimated some 75% of strokes can be avoided.

Remember strokes are the second biggest killer of New Zealanders … View more
Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors are running a Stroke Information stall in Karori Mall on Saturday 1st November, 10am - 2.30pm.

This is information on how to avoid strokes. It is estimated some 75% of strokes can be avoided.

Remember strokes are the second biggest killer of New Zealanders each year.

Come by and pick up some information.

67 days ago

Lonely Planet Best In Travel - Wairarapa

Destination Wairarapa

We’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and … View more
We’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and restaurants.
Come see why we’ve been named one of the world’s best. Wairarapa is ready to amaze you - under the Milky Way and in every bite & sip.

Plan your Wairarapa escape.

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69 days ago

Sausage Sizzle Fundraiser Volunteer - Wellington Branch, New Zealand Red Cross

Stephanie from Te Aro

Help to raise funds to deliver the former refuge support program of Wellington branch of New Zealand Red Cross. Join with our sausage sizzle fundraiser as a volunteer.

Your tasks:
You will involve one or a combination of following activities during the sausage sizzle fundraiser:

(i) … View more
Help to raise funds to deliver the former refuge support program of Wellington branch of New Zealand Red Cross. Join with our sausage sizzle fundraiser as a volunteer.

Your tasks:
You will involve one or a combination of following activities during the sausage sizzle fundraiser:

(i) sausage sizzling
(ii) serving
(iii) cash handing
(iv) selling of other stuff (e.g. soft drinks), and
(v) shopping, if needed.

*Location: Bunnings Warehouse, Lyall Bay
(22-54 Kingsford Smith Street, Rongotai Wellington 6022)
*Date and time:
27 October 2025 from 8.30 am to 4.00pm.
You don’t need to be there for the full event. We have shifts available for (1) 8.30 am – 10.30 am, (2) 10.30 am – 12.30 pm, (3) 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm, and (4) 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm. Please communicate for which shift that you are available, your name, email and phone number by your application email to volunteerapplications@redcross.org.nz.

Volunteer requirements and training:
*As part of the Health and Safety policy of the New Zealand Red Cross and Bunnings Warehouse, all volunteers are expected to wear covered shoes. The team leader will give a briefing on Health and Safety aspects of the activity during the induction. There will be a short induction session (10minutes) at the beginning of your shift. Therefore, please be on the site before 20 minutes of your scheduled shift.
*We need to verify your identity using your photo ID.
*Minimum age:16 years

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Central.Area@redcross.org.nz or call 0800 RED CROSS (0800 733 27677)/ Sujith (0212430446).

68 days ago

Resene October Sale on now!

Resene

Save up to 30% on Resene quality paints, wood stains, primers, and sealers at Resene ColorShops!

Choose from our huge range of paints and colours designed and made in New Zealand. Bring out the best in your home with Resene, NZ’s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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69 days ago

UNIQUE CHRISTMAS GIFT

Neil from Thorndon

For that person in your life who has a corner office and a salary we can only dream about!
This antique desk inkwell will impress and enhance that loved ones beautiful hardwood desk.
It was cast in brass, long, long ago, has a hinged cover and the original glass inkwell.
I've owned it for … View more
For that person in your life who has a corner office and a salary we can only dream about!
This antique desk inkwell will impress and enhance that loved ones beautiful hardwood desk.
It was cast in brass, long, long ago, has a hinged cover and the original glass inkwell.
I've owned it for fifty-three years and it was an antique when l acquired it. It's now for sale, a unique piece of history, $145.
Call Neil on 027 499 1212

Price: $145

69 days ago

Spring Gardening clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Khandallah

Want a fresh look with the Gardens?
Trees fell down with all this wind?
Lost the cat again because of all the weeds? Call me today for a free garden cleanup quote
Ian on 0272430951

69 days ago

THE BEST PRICE IS FREE!

Neil from Thorndon

Clearing out stuff and found this upholstery fabric, 3.5m by 1.5m
Collect in Thorndon, call 027 499 1212 Neil

Free

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69 days ago

Free upholstery fabric

Neil from Thorndon

Clearing out and found this fabric, about 3.5m by 1.5m
Pick up at 11 St Mary Street Thorndon. Call first 027 499 1212

Free

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69 days ago

Juniors: Learn self-defence through Hapkido Family Martial Arts

Peter from Karori

This is a good time for kids to join our Junior class as in the past weeks four kids have started: two girls and two boys.

Hapkido Martial Arts classes for Juniors (school years 4-8) and Seniors (all ages 13+) – teach self-defence, discipline, confidence and fitness.

Our Juniors Class is on… View more
This is a good time for kids to join our Junior class as in the past weeks four kids have started: two girls and two boys.

Hapkido Martial Arts classes for Juniors (school years 4-8) and Seniors (all ages 13+) – teach self-defence, discipline, confidence and fitness.

Our Juniors Class is on Saturday 10-11am, and three Senior Classes a week: Monday and Thursday 6-7.30pm and Saturday 10-11.30am.

Each Senior Class includes males and females, beginners through to black belts.

We provide a safe environment to learn Hapkido Martial Art. You will learn how to defend yourself, gain the confidence to walk away from trouble and how to handle yourself if you can’t.

We are at Club K, 65 Salamanca Road, Kelburn. There is adequate free parking available.

Find us at www.wellingtonhapkido.com... to find out in greater detail what we do and how to join. Or just come, or ring Peter 021 431 561.

88 days ago

Through your lense: Share your favourite corner of your indoor sanctuary

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Your cozy reading nook, a sunlit verandah, or a steaming mug of coffee with your curled up cat ...

We’d love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...

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70 days ago

Proud to be New Zealand's Best!

Rita Angus Retirement Village

Big news! Ryman has won Best Provider Nationwide at the 2025 Seniors New Zealand Awards - for the 6th time!
Leading the way in retirement living and aged care, again and again.

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