Normandale, Lower Hutt

DIY right first time #resenetip

DIY right first time #resenetip

Need to brush up your DIY skills? Check out the free MasterStroke by Resene DIY Decorating Manual for everything you need to get started.

1245 days ago

Wellington to move to Alert Level 2

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
June 23 1.22pm

An emergency Cabinet meeting has been held and the government has announced that Wellington will move to Alert Level 2 from 6pm tonight until 11.59pm Sunday.

Here's what Alert Level 2 means for you.
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UPDATE
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UPDATE
June 23 1.22pm

An emergency Cabinet meeting has been held and the government has announced that Wellington will move to Alert Level 2 from 6pm tonight until 11.59pm Sunday.

Here's what Alert Level 2 means for you.
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UPDATE
June 23 11.52am

Eight more locations of interest have been added on the Ministry of Health website. These include:

- Floridita's Restaurant from 12.45pm to 4pm on June 19
- Highwater Eatery from 5.45pm to 9.30pm on June 19
- Pickle & Pie café from 9.45am to 11.37am on June 20
- The Weta Cave shop from 11.10am to 12.30pm on June 20
- The Lido café from 1.00pm to 2.45pm on June 20
- Unity Books from 1.50pm to 3.05pm on June 20
- Countdown Cable Lane from 6.00pm to 7.15pm on June 20
- One Red Dog 20 June 7.00pm to 9.00pm on June 20
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It's too early to tell whether an alert level change is needed in Wellington, according to Chris Hipkins. This comes after a positive Covid-19 case flew from Sydney to Wellington on June 19.

Four close contacts have so far been traced and others are being identified.
Timing of symptom onset indicates the traveller was infected in Australia before flying into New Zealand.

The traveller had one dose of the Astrazeneca vaccine, with the situation being described as low risk. The case was using the Covid-19 Tracer app.

Locations of interest are as follows:
- Qantas flight QF163 that arrived at 12.05am on June 19
- Rydges Hotel from 12am June 19 to 9.10am June 21
- Unichem Pharmacy on Lambton Quay from 10.38am to 11.48am June 19
- Te Papa from 3.05pm to 5.45pm on June 19
- Te Papa's Surrealist Art exhibit from 4pm to 5.45pm on June 19
- Jack Hackett's Bar from 8.45pm to 12am on June 19

Wellingtonians are encouraged to check their movements around June 19 to June 21 and to continue to check the Ministry of Health website as more locations of interest may be added.

For more information visit the Ministry of Health website.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1245 days ago

Lower Hutt – your river city

RiverLink

RiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui kit e Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, the revitalisation of Lower Hutt’s central city, … View moreRiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui kit e Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, the revitalisation of Lower Hutt’s central city, and Melling transport improvements. Learn more

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1247 days ago

Tūī feeding time

Reporter Community News

There have been a lot of bird and animal stories on Nieghbourly but this picture by Andrew Gorrie is too good to ignore.

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1246 days ago

Call for second Wainui access road?

Reporter Community News

Do we need another road to Wainuiomata?
MP Chris Bishop is organising a public meeting to get the council to open up rural land in Wainuioamta. He also wants a second access road.
Public Meeting, Thursday July 1 at 7pm, Bilderbeck Hall, Main Road, Wainuiomata.
If you do not want your comments used … View more
Do we need another road to Wainuiomata?
MP Chris Bishop is organising a public meeting to get the council to open up rural land in Wainuioamta. He also wants a second access road.
Public Meeting, Thursday July 1 at 7pm, Bilderbeck Hall, Main Road, Wainuiomata.
If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP on your comment.

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1245 days ago

Fostering an enjoyment of learning!

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Every student has different strengths and weaknesses when it comes to learning. Customised tutoring programmes help ensure your child is learning effectively in a way that works for him or her.

Come and see how NumberWorks'nWords maths and English professional tutoring programmes can help.

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1245 days ago

Free Measure and Quote for Curtains, Blinds and Shutters

Nicola from Harvey Furnishings Wellington - Petone

Our consultant Mahdi has been busy travelling to lots of appointments around the region recently. Call the 0800 number on the side of the car to book your no obligation appointment today!

Have you seen our Measure and Quote car out on the road around Wellington?

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1249 days ago

Pet of the Day. Meet Socrates Wolffram

Reporter Community News

This week we feature the exquisitely named Socrates Wolffram who belongs to Anna Wolffram. Have you heard of a better name for a dog?

"Socrates Wolffram from Carterton doing what he does best. Lounging, chilling, relaxing... generally living his best life on the couch."
Remember if you … View more
This week we feature the exquisitely named Socrates Wolffram who belongs to Anna Wolffram. Have you heard of a better name for a dog?

"Socrates Wolffram from Carterton doing what he does best. Lounging, chilling, relaxing... generally living his best life on the couch."
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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1246 days ago

DIY - Snap crackle pot

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene Crackle Effect. These small, plain herb pots were from The Warehouse. I used Resene Crackle Effect to give them a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.


You will need
• Test pot brushes
• Plants of your choice … View more
Give some plain store-bought pots a fresh new look using Resene Crackle Effect. These small, plain herb pots were from The Warehouse. I used Resene Crackle Effect to give them a shabby chic look with on-trend paint colours.


You will need
• Test pot brushes
• Plants of your choice (succulents and cacti look great with these paint colours!)
• Resene Smooth Surface Sealer Resene Crackle Effect
• Resene test pots


Instructions
Step 1: Start of by removing any price stickers and sticky residue. Next, prepare your pots for painting by applying one coat of Resene Smooth Surface Sealer all over. I painted my pots inside and out using a test pot brush. Leave to dry.


Step 2: Once your base coat has dried, paint each pot in a different colour. You will need to apply two coats, waiting for dry time in between. I chose the following colours for my pots: Resene Florentine Pink, Resene Wild West, Resene Moccaccino and Resene Wafer.


Step 3: Next, apply one coat of Resene Crackle Effect to the top third of the outside of each pot. I was after quite a strong crackle effect, so I applied quite a thick coat. You could also achieve this by applying two coats. Leave to dry completely. Repeat for all pots.


Step 4: Once the Crackle Effect is dry, apply one coat of your chosen white shade over the top of the Crackle Effect; I chose Resene Half Pot Pourri. You will need to work fast applying your paint, as the Crackle Effect will start to show quickly! Repeat for all pots. Leave to dry and let the effect work its magic. Once dry, add your favourite small plants and find a sunny spot for your cute new pots! You might like to try this effect on larger pots too.

Full DIY with pictures here: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1248 days ago

Bonus Pet of the Day: Meet Cranford

Reporter Community News

This week we feature Cranford, who was submitted by the Rev Karl Dickson, who calls himself as a Cat Wrangler.

"This is Cranford, who is the proud "guard cat" of St Paul's Waiwhetu, where he is a familiar face around the church property. He is pictured beside his "Cat … View more
This week we feature Cranford, who was submitted by the Rev Karl Dickson, who calls himself as a Cat Wrangler.

"This is Cranford, who is the proud "guard cat" of St Paul's Waiwhetu, where he is a familiar face around the church property. He is pictured beside his "Cat cave"- he sleeps in it almost all year round.
He resides at the St Paul's Vicarage; with his four staff- Karl, Mel, Maiah and Poppy. Cranford is also a proud graduate of the SPCA in Wellington."

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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1246 days ago

And the winners are...

Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora koutou!

You don't have to cast your eyes too far down a newspaper or watch the news to know that Aotearoa's weather can be rather unpredictable.

To help you dress and gear-up for those crisp winter mornings, we have $1000 worth of Torpedo7 Gift Cards to share between 10… View more
Kia ora koutou!

You don't have to cast your eyes too far down a newspaper or watch the news to know that Aotearoa's weather can be rather unpredictable.

To help you dress and gear-up for those crisp winter mornings, we have $1000 worth of Torpedo7 Gift Cards to share between 10 lucky members. 
   
If your name's on the list, get in touch with us to claim your prize! If you know any of your neighbours listed, be sure to give them a neighbourly congrats! 

Well done to:
Jonathan Howe from Gisborne
Alaina Luxmore from Auckland
Kelly Ryan from Ngāruawāhia
Hunish Segran from Pukekohe
Kirsten Mcmullen from Christchurch
Fereti Lualua from Auckland
Saniya Thompson from Invercargill
Annelize Kratz from Wellington
Kate Bonne from Christchurch
Martyn Simes from Whangārei

Stay safe and warm and remember to keep checking in to Neighbourly for more giveaways from the team!

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1246 days ago

A special offer for Neighbourly members!

The Team from HelloFresh

Hi Neighbours, make simply delicious dinners with HelloFresh! Start today and use code “NEIGHBOUR” for up to $100 off pre-portioned fresh ingredients delivered right to your door. You can dish up some of our all time favourites as rated by Kiwis.

This includes wholesome dishes like:
• … View more
Hi Neighbours, make simply delicious dinners with HelloFresh! Start today and use code “NEIGHBOUR” for up to $100 off pre-portioned fresh ingredients delivered right to your door. You can dish up some of our all time favourites as rated by Kiwis.

This includes wholesome dishes like:
• Lamb Shortloin & Mint Chimichurri with Honey-Roasted Carrots & Pistachios
• Southern Crumbed Chicken Tacos with Charred Corn Slaw & Garlic Aioli

HelloFresh is flexible around your schedule with no lock-in contracts, 20+ recipes to choose from each week, and plan sizes to suit every household!
Use code now

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1246 days ago

Your local team of licensed professionals

New Vision Enterprises

At New Vision Enterprises we pride ourselves in providing quality and professional workmanship. We are a locally owned family business that offers multiple services (Plumbing, Drainage, Bathroom Renovations, and more!)

Our team of licensed professionals provide service based on quality, … View more
At New Vision Enterprises we pride ourselves in providing quality and professional workmanship. We are a locally owned family business that offers multiple services (Plumbing, Drainage, Bathroom Renovations, and more!)

Our team of licensed professionals provide service based on quality, honesty, integrity, appearance, and communication. NVE offers a full workmanship guarantee on all work completed.

Kapiti, Karori, Kilbirnie, to the Hutt Valley - we cover the Greater Wellington Region.
Give us a call. We’re here to help! 04 479 4181
Learn more

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1250 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This weeks contribution comes from Louise Thomas.

"I had a great couple of days over the long weekend just birding around my local patch. No new species to report, but the highlight would have to be the half dozen pipits/pīhoihoi (Anthus novaeseelandiae) on the track out to the seal colony … View more
This weeks contribution comes from Louise Thomas.

"I had a great couple of days over the long weekend just birding around my local patch. No new species to report, but the highlight would have to be the half dozen pipits/pīhoihoi (Anthus novaeseelandiae) on the track out to the seal colony in Wainuiomata."

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1246 days ago

Volunteer Week.

Mike Barton from

It's Volunteer Week.

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1247 days ago

Aqua Zinger Flavored Water Maker

Jinli from Naenae

brand new
Never used

Price: $10

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