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We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.
Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each … View moreHi neighbours,
We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.
Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each Monday evening at 7pm.
Love rugby? Sign up here.
We again feature words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Maple never could get the hang of standing on one leg. Her partner Kevin (aka Bacon) was frequently knocked over by her losing her balance. She said it was because her inner ear acted up in the Southern Hemisphere. Canada geese (Branta… View moreWe again feature words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Maple never could get the hang of standing on one leg. Her partner Kevin (aka Bacon) was frequently knocked over by her losing her balance. She said it was because her inner ear acted up in the Southern Hemisphere. Canada geese (Branta canadensis) at the Hutt River."
Karen Gerrie is the proud mum this week
"Bayley is our four year old Staffy Cross. I got her from the Wellington SPCA at six months old. She loves the beach, playing and chasing her other dog friends, and her favourite toy."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email … View moreKaren Gerrie is the proud mum this week
"Bayley is our four year old Staffy Cross. I got her from the Wellington SPCA at six months old. She loves the beach, playing and chasing her other dog friends, and her favourite toy."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View moreDon't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!
Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Race around Martinborough testing your space knowledge with the Under the Stars Amazing Easter Space Race! 🚀
This app-based space race game is a perfect family activity ideal for children aged 8-12. The Space Race launches from the Waihinga center park at 10 am on Saturday 3rd April.
Tickets … View moreRace around Martinborough testing your space knowledge with the Under the Stars Amazing Easter Space Race! 🚀
This app-based space race game is a perfect family activity ideal for children aged 8-12. The Space Race launches from the Waihinga center park at 10 am on Saturday 3rd April.
Tickets sold here:
www.eventfinda.co.nz...
Join the Wairarapa Farmers’ Market where they will celebrate the wonderful Wairarapa Natural Fibres.
Extra stalls and a variety of activities, are planned, including spinning, knitting, and felt crafts. And we are especially excited to show harakeke weaving and Maori carving. There will be … View moreJoin the Wairarapa Farmers’ Market where they will celebrate the wonderful Wairarapa Natural Fibres.
Extra stalls and a variety of activities, are planned, including spinning, knitting, and felt crafts. And we are especially excited to show harakeke weaving and Maori carving. There will be stalls selling naturally dyed wool and natural fiber products as well as our usual fresh and local produce.
www.eventfinda.co.nz...
The finest professional New Zealand talent, endorsed by the American Producers, will star in a show chock-full of most of the greatest songs from the Seventies, produced by Stewart & Tricia Macpherson.
Songs like Mamma Mia, Rhinestone Cowboy, Rivers Of Babylon, Ruby Don’t Take Your Love To… View moreThe finest professional New Zealand talent, endorsed by the American Producers, will star in a show chock-full of most of the greatest songs from the Seventies, produced by Stewart & Tricia Macpherson.
Songs like Mamma Mia, Rhinestone Cowboy, Rivers Of Babylon, Ruby Don’t Take Your Love To Town, Joy To The World, I Am Woman, When I Need You and Islands In The Stream. The cast includes NZ and Broadway star, Ali Harper, major theatrical and concert star Matthew Pike, and Kiwi star from London’s West End, Leanne Howell. Highly acclaimed Musical Director, Tom Rainey leads the musicians.
Wednesday, 31 March 2021, Opera House 7.30pm
This is going to be a terrific show, with every song you’re bound to know. Be there, and join in the fun!
Small businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by … View moreSmall businesses need our support. We are proud to be celebrating our 10 regional 2021 Prospa Local Business Heroes for their commitment to their communities.
They now need your help! We are now looking for the New Zealand Prospa Local Business Hero - our overall winner, as voted by Neighbourly members around the country!
This lucky business will walk away with $10,000 worth of prizes!
Please take a couple of minutes to read the nominations below - then vote for the business you'd like to see named 2021 Prospa Local Business Hero.
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NORTHLAND: Wayne and Kate - Engraving Systems
"Wayne and Kate have been trying to support all the local sports clubs and businesses with great service and going that extra mile to help. They really have brought some life back into the community and should be acknowledged and rewarded for all the hard work."
AUCKLAND: Lynnae Palu - F45 Training Takapuna
"With no ability to trade in Level 3 or above, they still keep their members engaged and motivated with online workouts and daily challenges even though memberships are on hold and the gym is closed. They really are more like a family than a gym ❤️."
WAIKATO: Team at Incredible India - Incredible India Restaurant
"Not only do they make the most authentic, delicious Indian food. Their service is thoughtful and kind. We always feel appreciated for using their establishment, either by the warm greeting we get, the offer of a drink if we are waiting for take-out and their cute handwritten messages on the carry bag of dinner. They put the effort into the whole package not just making money."
BAY OF PLENTY: Team at Benny and Brew - Benny and Brew
"Our neighbourhood was missing a great cafe and meeting place. Since Benny and Brew have opened they have given our neighbourhood a massive lift. It's a place where you go for the people and the food and drink are delicious which is icing on the cake. For a bit, they were operating as a French bistro and the food was to die for! These guys have worked so hard and brought such joy to our neighbourhood"
HAWKE’S BAY - GISBORNE: Jazz and his family - Bossman Dairy - Creagh St Store
"Every member of this family who serves in the shop are very friendly, helpful and always smiling. They get to know all their customers and I have never walked into a shop that makes you feel so welcome. During our first lockdown for Covid, they put food such as milk, bread, out for people who may need it free of charge."
TARANAKI: Reece and family - Valentine's Valet
"Reece the owner of Valentine’s Valet, often helped by his Dad, mainly deals with lawns and gardens but he runs both a Carpet Cleaning and a Car Buffing business also. He is extremely hard-working, helpful and friendly and is happy to do the odd job that doesn’t fall into one of his usual categories. He comes to us fortnightly and we could not do without him. If anyone deserves an award it is — Reece Valentine!"
MANAWATU-WANGANUI: Jamie - JD Hair Design
"Jamie is amazing - not only does he offer incredible haircuts at an affordable price he is a genuinely caring man. With a heart of gold, everyone is whānau to him and he treats you like it. I always leave his salon looking fabulous but also feeling fabulous. He is the type of man that fills your inner well of good feelings while he makes you feel and look special."
WELLINGTON: Meredith and Craig - Avalon Service Centre
"Meredith and Craig Butland and their team do a wonderful job and go the extra mile to make sure every job is to the customer's satisfaction. They drop people at their workplaces and pick them up when work on the car is finished. They take the time to talk to customers about anything and are great neighbours to the local residents. Avalon Service Centre are definitely our local heroes in Avalon."
NELSON - MARLBOROUGH: Mary Jane and Colin - Lemon Tree Lane
"Lemon Tree Lane is a great big little gift shop. I am so grateful for Mary Jane and Colin's 'You are very welcome' and 'it's no trouble at all' attitude. Their prices are very reasonable, they always happily gift wrap with beautiful papers and ribbons as a part of their service. I truly can't speak highly enough of this community-minded couple and their classy, extensive range of items that never leave us disappointed."
CANTERBURY - WEST: Troy Cameron - ATC Accounting Services
"Troy Cameron is a local accountant. He is an awesome family man and it is not unusual to see Matilda, his Kune Kune pig, snuggled up with his dog and daughter in his lounge. It was the flying pig on his flyer that made me call him 2 years ago and as we had just gone into business which was scary in itself, let alone dealing with an accountant, we have never looked back. Troy goes the extra mile and his fees are more than reasonable"
OTAGO - SOUTHLAND: Richard Smith - CJ Sinclair
"The owner is Richard Smith whose family have been in the motor trade in the Ranfurly Naseby area for over 100 years. During the last years lock down our car broke down leaving us feeling quite uncomfortable as we live some distance from medical & other services. Richard came to our rescue. We need such companies and people in our rural areas. Richard demonstrates such excellent attributes required in our area."
Our next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (27th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables may be available - … View moreOur next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (27th) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, jams, preserves, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff and more. Come early for plenty of parking spaces before town gets busy.
Tables may be available - enquiries 5264059
Come and join the fun at Cobblestones on Easter Saturday. Meet the Easter Bunny. Easter Egg hunt for the kids while you relax in our beautiful grounds with a glass of wine, a beer, or a Lighthouse Gin and Tonic. Afternoon teas, sausage sizzle, Gypsy Jam jazz trio. And welcome all the Tweed Riders … View moreCome and join the fun at Cobblestones on Easter Saturday. Meet the Easter Bunny. Easter Egg hunt for the kids while you relax in our beautiful grounds with a glass of wine, a beer, or a Lighthouse Gin and Tonic. Afternoon teas, sausage sizzle, Gypsy Jam jazz trio. And welcome all the Tweed Riders back into Cobblestones. Lots of fun for thw whole family
This Sunday is the Tui Truck Stop Show and Shine!! 11am-5pm at the Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka. Head up there...and see the Big Rigs and enjoy the vibes of Tui HQ at the Tui Truck Stop Show n Shine event. The action starts at 11am and entry is free for spectators.
www.tuihq.co.nz...
Hi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to … View moreHi neighbours,
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions about their sickly plant babies. Houseplants might be fashionable, but they can be tricky to get right. Whether it’s the wrong light, too much or too little water, or a pesky draft, it doesn’t take much for your prize peace lily to turn yellow or an infestation of bugs to set in.
We put some of your houseplant questions to the plant doctors from Kings Plant Barn to diagnose. Find their answers here.
When you need the best lawn mowing Upper Hutt has to offer, it is time to call Patrick at Express Lawn Mowing on 0800 52 5000 for your free quote. We always work alongside each client to ensure the highest quality results and full customer satisfaction.
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