Belmont, Lower Hutt

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1145 days ago

Flatmate/ room available?

Raukura from Taita

Hi everyone,
I'm moving away end of this year but my 18 year old son Alex would like to stay in Lower Hutt. Will anyone have a room available in November? He works full time, reliable, payments on time, non smoker, very responsible, shy yet friendly. Can contact me for more … View more
Hi everyone,
I'm moving away end of this year but my 18 year old son Alex would like to stay in Lower Hutt. Will anyone have a room available in November? He works full time, reliable, payments on time, non smoker, very responsible, shy yet friendly. Can contact me for more information on 0274294160 or email r.mcardell@xtra.co.nz

Thanks Rau

1145 days ago

Oxymorons

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

An oxymoron has the effect of creating an impression, enhancing a concept, and even entertaining the reader. Can you think of another example of an oxymoron?

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1146 days ago

Common Types of Fabric Construction for Curtains and Upholstery - Part 1

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

When it comes to home interiors and soft furnishings there really is a vast range of curtain and upholstery fabrics to choose from, all with varying attributes for certain applications. To ensure you start your project off with the right foundations, you need to be selecting a fabric that is most … View moreWhen it comes to home interiors and soft furnishings there really is a vast range of curtain and upholstery fabrics to choose from, all with varying attributes for certain applications. To ensure you start your project off with the right foundations, you need to be selecting a fabric that is most suited to its purpose.

There are various textile constructions/qualities that fall within five fabric “types” we describe in an earlier article. In this two-part article we will discuss the most commonly manufactured constructions that you see in the market today.

DAMASK: Damasks are traditional jacquard fabrics, which were originally woven in a single colour, where the design and ground are in contrasting weaves, (generally using warp-faced and weft-faced satin weaves).

CHINTZ: Chintz is a closely woven plain fabric, traditionally cotton, with a shiny and lustrous appearance. The fabric is processed with a glazed or calendared finish to give it a polished look.

FELT: Felt is matted fabric with a predominantly woollen composition. There are two types of felt, woven and un-woven. Felting of woven wool fabric is achieved by interlocking the natural scales on the surface of wool fibres through heat, moisture, steam, pressure and friction.

FIL COUPÉ: A small jacquard pattern on a lightweight fabric, in which the fil/weft threads connecting each pattern/motif are cut and removed from the reverse of the fabric leaving the remaining pattern/motif with frayed edges.

FAUX-LEATHER (VINYL): Polyvinyl chloride (commonly abbreviated as PVC or referred to as vinyl) is the third-most widely produced polymer after polyethylene and polypropylene. It should not be washed with cleaning solvents, but more specifically only a mixture of gentle soap and warm water.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

1146 days ago

How about your own pre-planted portable organic vegetable bed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

“Our portable bed provides a convenient and cost-effective way to access your own fresh produce within your own home,” says Charla Stretch, the CEO of Vitanic, the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) company set up by five students from Tokoroa High School.

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1157 days ago

Minecraft Holiday Programme at Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate

Whitby Collegiate will be hosting a 3 day Minecraft holiday programme in October. Our IT experts & Minecraft administrators will teach students how to build their own servers, download and utilise mods using Forge servers. Students will be put into teams to compete against each other in … View moreWhitby Collegiate will be hosting a 3 day Minecraft holiday programme in October. Our IT experts & Minecraft administrators will teach students how to build their own servers, download and utilise mods using Forge servers. Students will be put into teams to compete against each other in Minecraft challenges. Tutors will be on hand for tips, tricks and help along the way. All skill levels are welcome. Students must bring their own device, charger & mouse - Windows 10 with Minecraft owned, installed and tested on their own account. Limited spaces available.

Dates: Monday 11 - Wednesday 13 October 2021
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: $220
Ages: 10+

Compulsory supervised breaks will be held in the school gym - volleyball, basketball, badminton skills or football on the field.

Optional extra - $10 per day for Domino's pizza or fish & chips lunch and drinks.

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1146 days ago

Apprenticeship opportunity in Wellington

Competenz

Hi Wellington!
Living Room in Kaiwharawhara, Wellington are looking for a trainee upholsterer to join their busy team of craftspeople. Are you looking for a professional, supportive and fun team environment? Enjoy on-the-job training alongside a specialist team in a well-equipped workshop. Is this… View more
Hi Wellington!
Living Room in Kaiwharawhara, Wellington are looking for a trainee upholsterer to join their busy team of craftspeople. Are you looking for a professional, supportive and fun team environment? Enjoy on-the-job training alongside a specialist team in a well-equipped workshop. Is this the opportunity for you!?

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1151 days ago

Missing cat visiting my home

Hettie from Normandale

There is a very emaciated black and white cat who slips into my house to eat my cats’ food. I have been putting food outside for him but he is definitely lost and very hungry. He is not feral although very wary. He is okay and makes eye contact whilst I stay sitting but slink away when I come … View moreThere is a very emaciated black and white cat who slips into my house to eat my cats’ food. I have been putting food outside for him but he is definitely lost and very hungry. He is not feral although very wary. He is okay and makes eye contact whilst I stay sitting but slink away when I come closer. Does anyone know of a missing kitty??

1148 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Peaches

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Peaches from Stokes Valley belongs to Carmen Maria Thomas.

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.

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1149 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Something a bit different this week. Louise Thomas features regularly on Neighbourly but it appears she is not the only bird lover in the family.
"This beautiful drawing was a present from my lovely daughter, Caitlin, for my birthday. It's a portrait of a chap who frequents a large tree… View more
Something a bit different this week. Louise Thomas features regularly on Neighbourly but it appears she is not the only bird lover in the family.
"This beautiful drawing was a present from my lovely daughter, Caitlin, for my birthday. It's a portrait of a chap who frequents a large tree at the back of our neighbour's section - it borders our section at the back so he is often peering into our yard - this is the view we normally have of him. I've always valued the handcrafted gifts my children give me - looking at them in chronological order is like viewing the ascent of man. This one's going straight to the trophy room. Kererū/wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae)."

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1147 days ago

Digital Boost Live - App Launch

Digital Boost

Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our … View more
Hi neighbours!

With daylight savings kicking in, we’ll have more hours in the day to make the most of our time outdoors.

So why not keep learning on the go! When you’re on your daily stroll or jog around the neighbourhood, it’s the perfect time to boost your digital knowledge with our brand new app - Digital Boost Live.

Our app has everything you need in the palm of your hand so you can keep learning from anywhere.

You'll remain logged in all the time and have access to exclusive podcasts with business and industry experts only available via our app. Notifications will keep you up to date with new content and competitions as soon as they land.

All our learning videos, downloadable summaries, cases studies, and Q&A sessions will still be there - perfect for small business owners looking for a practical way to keep learning while on the move.

Don't delay, download the app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and start learning today!

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1147 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked.
Find out more

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1147 days ago

Simpson Fridge

Shuer from Boulcott

Small Fridge, working order.

Price: $50

1148 days ago

MISC Tiles

Patricia from Normandale

Have a small number of ceramic tiles as per attached photos. Does anyone want them for ceramics or other use? Pick up Normandale. Need gone asap

Free

1148 days ago

Shredded Paper

Patricia from Normandale

Have a large bag of shredded paper - free. Collect from Normandale

Free

1149 days ago

It's that time of year again whānau...

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Make sure to update any manual clocks (don't forget about our older neighbours who might need a helping hand) and have a wonderful spring weekend!

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