Vogeltown, Wellington

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43 days ago

Find Your Calm: Crafting Wooden Balance Rocks with Resene Stains

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

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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49 days ago

Poll: Yay or nay to tourist fees? ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ฐ

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 whatโ€™s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? ๐Ÿ‘‡

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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 whatโ€™s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? ๐Ÿ‘‡

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? ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ฐ
  • 68.4% Yay
    68.4% Complete
  • 31.6% Nay
    31.6% Complete
1846 votes
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45 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:

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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 donโ€™t need to be there for the full event. We have shifts available for (1) 8.30 am โ€“ 10.30 am, (2) 10.30 am โ€“ 12.30 pm, (3) 12.30 pm โ€“ 2.30 pm, and (4) 2.30 pm โ€“ 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).

45 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, NZโ€™s Most Trusted Paint
Find out more

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65 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 ...

Weโ€™d love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...

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46 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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46 days ago

The latest product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
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We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
Tom & Luke brand Snackaballs and Vogel's brand Cereal Products
Pams brand Mini Hash Browns
Gilmours Peanuts Chopped
FreshLife brand Chopped Peanuts
Piperโ€™s brand Milkshake Biscuits Original and Caramel
Tasti brand various products
Dometic Drinkware Tumbler

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Steelcraft One2 V2 and Britax One2 Strollers
Car Seat G405- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat G401- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat G410- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat LB-828- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat Q5- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat 10911524- sold at Panda Mart
Car Seat 11630- sold at Panda Mart
Annabel Trends Toothy Teether and Annabel Trends Cactus Teether

Product Recalls: Cosmetics
Ultra Violette Lean Screen SPF 50+
Aspect Sun Sunscreens- Physical Sun Protection SPF50+ and Tinted Physical SPF50+

Product Recalls: Electronics
Tesla Powerwall 2 Battery Energy Storage Units
Midea Air Fryer- sold at Trade Depot
ANKO Portable Blender (4 colourways)- sold at Kmart

Product Recalls: Other
โ€œWobbly head Dinoโ€ Greeting Card
Trojan Developments Prox Rex
Zenith Taps- ChillTap Extra 60 (Residential), ChillTap Extra 140 (Commercial)
Hot Water Bottles- sold at MIDIO Lambton Quay Limited

Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.

See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!

47 days ago

Poll: How are you spreading light this year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Wishing you all bright days! Happy Diwali from the Neighbourly Team ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ

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How are you spreading light this year?
  • 17.8% Charity or donation
    17.8% Complete
  • 26.7% Spending time with my family
    26.7% Complete
  • 18.8% Volunteering
    18.8% Complete
  • 36.6% Sharing smiles - A positive attitude is infectious
    36.6% Complete
292 votes
59 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

A trailblazing Mฤori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves โ€” nearly 100 years after her passing.

Mฤkereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.

Papakura sadly passed … View more
A trailblazing Mฤori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves โ€” nearly 100 years after her passing.

Mฤkereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.

Papakura sadly passed away in 1930, just weeks before she was due to present her thesis. Her research was later published as The Old-Time Mฤori โ€” the first ethnographic study written by a Mฤori author.

We hope this brings a smile!

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49 days ago

Lots for Tots - Saturday 9.30 -11.30 St Hildas hall Island Bay

Clive from Island Bay

LOTS FOR TOTS is on again tomorrow (Saturday). Open at 9.30, gather for music and songs at 10.15. Lots of toys including ride ons and table toys for children while the adults enjoy a cuppa, a chat, and a time to have fun with your young ones! Indoor and outdoor activities, with a special safe … View moreLOTS FOR TOTS is on again tomorrow (Saturday). Open at 9.30, gather for music and songs at 10.15. Lots of toys including ride ons and table toys for children while the adults enjoy a cuppa, a chat, and a time to have fun with your young ones! Indoor and outdoor activities, with a special safe space for the very little ones. All Ages from 0 to 4 welcome. Cost is $5 per family.

54 days ago

Poll: ๐ŸŽƒ Which New Zealand creature/theme would make the best Halloween outfit?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (Itโ€™s easy to miss โ€” Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)

The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! ๐Ÿฆ‡

๐Ÿ’ฌ Bonus … View more
We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (Itโ€™s easy to miss โ€” Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)

The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! ๐Ÿฆ‡

๐Ÿ’ฌ Bonus question: What is the best kind of costume? Funny, scary, DIY, or pop culture themed?

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๐ŸŽƒ Which New Zealand creature/theme would make the best Halloween outfit?
  • 13.9% Vladislav, from 'What We Do in the Shadows'
    13.9% Complete
  • 12.3% Moa-zombie
    12.3% Complete
  • 35.6% Possessed sheep
    35.6% Complete
  • 38.2% A half-eaten chocolate fish
    38.2% Complete
382 votes
50 days ago

Think beyond walls with creative wallpaper ideas

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

With a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour and design throughout your home, from artworks to table runners or to refresh furniture or the inside of your drawers. Itโ€™s an easy way to get started and grow in confidence using wallpaper, then expand to bigger … View moreWith a little imagination, one roll of Resene wallpaper can add touches of colour and design throughout your home, from artworks to table runners or to refresh furniture or the inside of your drawers. Itโ€™s an easy way to get started and grow in confidence using wallpaper, then expand to bigger features and rooms. Find out how to use wallpaper in your projects with these easy step by step instructions.

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50 days ago

Scam Alert: Refund requests targeting small businesses

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.

Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.

Businesses should double-check any… View more
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.

Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.

Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.

If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.

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53 days ago

Trusted Painters for Every Home

Graham Painters

Hi neighbours!
At Grahamโ€™s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a โ€œget-it-doneโ€ attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View more
Hi neighbours!
At Grahamโ€™s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a โ€œget-it-doneโ€ attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. Weโ€™re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.

Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, weโ€™d love to help bring your home to life!
Find out more

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61 days ago

Poll: What would bring you back to the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our CBDs have been making headlines lately โ€“ theyโ€™re not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
๐Ÿด๐Ÿ›๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’ผ

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What would bring you back to the city centre?
  • 25.7% Delicious eats: cafรฉs, restaurants, and foodie hotspots
    25.7% Complete
  • 30.6% Retail therapy: clothing, shops, and unique finds
    30.6% Complete
  • 25.5% Things to do: cinemas, arcades, entertainment
    25.5% Complete
  • 18.2% Services & businesses: the practical stuff
    18.2% Complete
1263 votes
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