Belmont, Lower Hutt

1555 days ago

Poll: How do you fold your towels?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, is there a right way to fold towels? It seems it's a topic lots of people have strong opinions about.

The most popular options are the quick-and-easy triple fold, or folding the outer edges towards the centre before folding in thirds, to create a plusher, more spa-like look. … View more
Hey neighbours, is there a right way to fold towels? It seems it's a topic lots of people have strong opinions about.

The most popular options are the quick-and-easy triple fold, or folding the outer edges towards the centre before folding in thirds, to create a plusher, more spa-like look. But what do you do? And who knew folding towels could be so controversial?

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How do you fold your towels?
  • 34.4% Basic - Fold in half three times
    34.4% Complete
  • 39.9% Plush - Fold towards the centre, then in thirds
    39.9% Complete
  • 16.4% Rolled - No folds allowed
    16.4% Complete
  • 9.4% None of the above
    9.4% Complete
1515 votes
1555 days ago

It's National Volunteer Week!

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

National Volunteer Week honours the collective energies and mana of volunteers in Aotearoa. They grow our people, open minds, open hearts and create joy.

National Volunteer Week 2020 runs from June 21-27. This year’s theme is ‘Te Hua o te Mahi Tahi I The benefit of working together’. 

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National Volunteer Week honours the collective energies and mana of volunteers in Aotearoa. They grow our people, open minds, open hearts and create joy.

National Volunteer Week 2020 runs from June 21-27. This year’s theme is ‘Te Hua o te Mahi Tahi I The benefit of working together’. 

Join us this National Volunteer Week to celebrate how our communities are stronger when working together.

#NVW2020 #mahitahi #teamwork #tautoko #support #volunteers #thankyou #AotearoaOfKindness

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1555 days ago

Luxury Care Suites at Elderslea

Oceania Healthcare

Life has been anything but normal lately and could stay unusual for a little longer. You may feel that now is the perfect time to move to a vibrant community where you not only feel right at home but safe and supported too.

Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our luxury … View more
Life has been anything but normal lately and could stay unusual for a little longer. You may feel that now is the perfect time to move to a vibrant community where you not only feel right at home but safe and supported too.

Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our luxury Care Suites at Elderslea offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home, including a cosy living area, stylish kitchenette and modern ensuite.

Give us a call to see how we can help.

Elderslea is located at 29 Redwood Street, Upper Hutt.
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1556 days ago

Have you got an indoor jungle? You could be a Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Got an urban jungle in right in your own home? Can't stop with the hoyas? Friends claim you're addicted to indoor plants? Send us photos! The winner of our Houseplant Hero 2020 competition will receive $500 worth of Yates products and $300 of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. Two runners-up will… View moreGot an urban jungle in right in your own home? Can't stop with the hoyas? Friends claim you're addicted to indoor plants? Send us photos! The winner of our Houseplant Hero 2020 competition will receive $500 worth of Yates products and $300 of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. Two runners-up will get $250 worth of Yates products and $150 of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. Here's how to enter the competition.

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1556 days ago

Experience the Ryman Care Difference

People often tell us they ‘feel the difference’ when they visit a Ryman care centre, and we’d love to share that with you. As a first port of call, our ‘Experience the Care Difference’ guide helps to paint a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide. Where … View morePeople often tell us they ‘feel the difference’ when they visit a Ryman care centre, and we’d love to share that with you. As a first port of call, our ‘Experience the Care Difference’ guide helps to paint a picture of the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide. Where care is customised to suit your needs.

Get your free copy here.
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1560 days ago

Cable Bay Adventure Park's Skywire ride takes you flying over treetops

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Nelson is home to the world's longest flying fox. Would you give it a go?

1558 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Joshua from

It can be surprisingly easy to let our gardens get away from us. Whether you have a busy schedule or other hobbies that take priority, gardens are known to grow out of control very quickly.
We work within your budget to ensure your weeds stay under control, your plants grow only where they’re … View more
It can be surprisingly easy to let our gardens get away from us. Whether you have a busy schedule or other hobbies that take priority, gardens are known to grow out of control very quickly.
We work within your budget to ensure your weeds stay under control, your plants grow only where they’re allowed to, and take care of anything else in your garden that needs taking care of.

For a reasonable estimate,
Give us a call at 027 548 9818
Or
Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1558 days ago

Do good twice with Wilderkids.

The Team from Sustainability Trust

Looking for a school holiday programme with a difference? Choose Wilderkids.

Wilderkids is an adventure-based programme centred on care, connection, curiosity, and respect for each other and the environment.

Wilderkids spend their days:

Building shelters ⛏️
Foraging for food 🍲
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Looking for a school holiday programme with a difference? Choose Wilderkids.

Wilderkids is an adventure-based programme centred on care, connection, curiosity, and respect for each other and the environment.

Wilderkids spend their days:

Building shelters ⛏️
Foraging for food 🍲
Getting crafty 🎨
Saving the whales 🐳
Making new friends 👦👧
Learning about the environment 🌳

When: 8.30 am to 3.15 pm, Monday to Friday, 6 to 17 July.
Where: Innermost Gardens, Mount Victoria.
Who: Kids aged 5-12.

By choosing Wilderkids you'll be directly supporting community initiatives like the Wellington Curtain Bank.

For more information, head to our website.
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1566 days ago

Clothes Rack

Jane from Naenae

Good morning all neighbours.Has any one got a portable clothes Rack I can borrow for next Sundays Garage Sale.There are beautiful clothing which need to be hung instead of folded on a table,thanks to the generosity of caring neigbours like you.Will return same day nga mihi.

1558 days ago

Taita Hotel mowed down 'HISTORY GONE'

Sandra from Normandale

Drove past the old Taita Hotel High St, which stood on the land of the original hotels {Bucks Travellers Rest, Honeymoon Cottage, Albion etc] of Taita from 1840s onward....DID the HCC do a dig for archival remnants before the consents to build on the site.
Neighbours told Taita Librarians that … View more
Drove past the old Taita Hotel High St, which stood on the land of the original hotels {Bucks Travellers Rest, Honeymoon Cottage, Albion etc] of Taita from 1840s onward....DID the HCC do a dig for archival remnants before the consents to build on the site.
Neighbours told Taita Librarians that they used to find antique items in their gardens over the years.
PLEASE dont let the history slide by before CHECKING under the earth.

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1558 days ago

COVID-19

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

We understand that people may be concerned about the recent new cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand.

Hutt Hospital remains safe and does not have any current cases of COVID-19. Please continue to attend to your appointments and seek health treatment when you need it. You may be screened upon entry to… View more
We understand that people may be concerned about the recent new cases of COVID-19 in New Zealand.

Hutt Hospital remains safe and does not have any current cases of COVID-19. Please continue to attend to your appointments and seek health treatment when you need it. You may be screened upon entry to some of our facilities, as part of our ongoing work to keep our patients and staff safe.

New Zealand remains at alert level one, which means that you should continue to practice good hand hygiene and keep track of where you have been.

Let’s keep up the good work, be kind and support each other during this time.

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1558 days ago

Celebrate Success

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Children love being recognised for their efforts and achievements – and we love to give them that recognition. We celebrate your child’s maths and English achievements, big and small. Tutoring at NumberWorks’nWords is based on success. Each child feels more confident about themselves as a … View moreChildren love being recognised for their efforts and achievements – and we love to give them that recognition. We celebrate your child’s maths and English achievements, big and small. Tutoring at NumberWorks’nWords is based on success. Each child feels more confident about themselves as a learner when they experience success. Tutors provide positive interaction, certificates are awarded and centre-wide celebration is given when students move up a level. You may have been in the centre and heard the clapping and cheering when this happens. It’s so rewarding to see the smiles on the children’s faces and how proud they are of their achievements.

1559 days ago

Impress your neighbours with this garden feature

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lower Hutt

A simple yet stylish herb planter that uses four differently sized terracotta pots and a selection of cool Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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1563 days ago

Have you been to Haast?

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

A journey to New Zealand's most remote town reveals some remarkable landscapes. Would you go?

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