Taita, Lower Hutt

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

2364 days ago

How eco-friendly is your home and lifestyle?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View more
As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.

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2364 days ago

Poll: Should international visitors be charged a levy?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international… View more
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?

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Should international visitors be charged a levy?
  • 77.3% Yes
    77.3% Complete
  • 22.7% No
    22.7% Complete
2415 votes
2365 days ago

Are you doing great work in the community?

The Warehouse New Zealand

Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.

Applications close on the 23rd of June.
Apply now

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2365 days ago

Volunteers Needed for Taita Toy Library

Alison from Taita

Hi everyone

There is an incredible community project called the Taita Toy Library that needs some volunteers to take it on and take it to the next stage and get the toy library up and running for the community.

It is located at the Walter Nash Stadium in Taita but is not open to the public as… View more
Hi everyone

There is an incredible community project called the Taita Toy Library that needs some volunteers to take it on and take it to the next stage and get the toy library up and running for the community.

It is located at the Walter Nash Stadium in Taita but is not open to the public as yet as we ran out of volunteer help.

If you or someone you know can help please email:

alisonpihema1968@gmail.com

Thank you.

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2365 days ago

Support a great cause and have fun!

Frances from Silverstream

www.entertainmentbook.co.nz...

Many thanks from the Upper Hutt Animal Rescue Society.

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2365 days ago

Only rain down the drain

The Team from Wellington Water

We’ve had a lot of rain recently, and all of this rain has washed what was on peoples lawns, berms, driveways, streets and in the gutters, into our stormwater network.

The water entering our stormwater network does not get treated, this means EVERYTHING flows directly into our streams, rivers,… View more
We’ve had a lot of rain recently, and all of this rain has washed what was on peoples lawns, berms, driveways, streets and in the gutters, into our stormwater network.

The water entering our stormwater network does not get treated, this means EVERYTHING flows directly into our streams, rivers, and eventually our ocean.

Put any ‘waste’, such as cigarette butts, dog poo, or rubbish, into a rubbish bin.

Let’s all look after our waterways, and remember only rain down the drain.

2365 days ago

EyeXpress Hamilton

Rick from Belmont

Buyer Beware of EyeXpress,Hamilton.Messed up my prescription twice of glasses,no refund,just a lot of talk.Anyone else out there had issues with this business?Tried to get redress through Govt agencies...total waste of time,its as if they encourage rip off merchants,in my opinion.Went to Disputes … View moreBuyer Beware of EyeXpress,Hamilton.Messed up my prescription twice of glasses,no refund,just a lot of talk.Anyone else out there had issues with this business?Tried to get redress through Govt agencies...total waste of time,its as if they encourage rip off merchants,in my opinion.Went to Disputes Tribunal,Naman Bhatt (EyeXpress)hijacked meeting,I basically got 10 minutes to present my case in a 2.15 hour hearing.Complained but got nowhere.So,avoid EyeXpress,don't waste your hard earned money,as I did.Bhatt is full of excuses & obviously had the "ear" of the Disputes Tribunal.

2366 days ago

Get INSPIRED by wallpaper

Resene

Resene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit … View moreResene has just released the latest Habitat plus, full of inspiring ideas to help you bring out the best in your home with wallpaper. Pick up your FREE copy at your local Resene ColorShop. Make sure you view the extensive wallpaper library while you're in store; there's something to suit all tastes from neutral to bold, pattern to texture, fun to traditional, striped to botanical. Find your local ColorShop

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2366 days ago

Poll: Are you able to afford your own home?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the … View more
Housing affordability is getting worse for Kiwis - especially in Auckland.

About four in five people renting are unable to comfortably afford mortgage payments, recent Government statistics show. Many Kiwis are fleeing expensive cities like Auckland in search of affordable housing in the regions - and they're not looking back.

So, in your current situation are you able to afford your own home?

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Are you able to afford your own home?
  • 41% Yes, I can
    41% Complete
  • 15.9% Only with the help of Kiwisaver/ partner
    15.9% Complete
  • 6.9% In another 5-10 years I could
    6.9% Complete
  • 36.3% No, renting is my only option
    36.3% Complete
1997 votes
2367 days ago

Heard the news? Improving your hearing has never been so easy…

Wellington Hearing Care

Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a … View more
Today you don’t have to accept not being able to hear well. The latest hearing aid technology can make your hearing feel normal again.

If you would like to find out how well you could be hearing, then I invite you to visit our hearing centre in Johnsonville, for a FREE Lifestyle Hearing Assessment, we can even demonstrate what a difference hearing aids can make for you, free of charge and without obligation.

If you mention Neighbourly, we will give you a $250 discount off any hearing aid system you purchase... because we want to be good neighbours!
Find out more

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2367 days ago

Operatunity presents Shake, Rattle & Roll!

Claire Mitchell from Operatunity Daytime Concerts

The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!
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The 50’s and 60’s brought about a more enveloping style of music, which featured a more liberating beat, greater gusto and a more contagious invitation to dance than ever heard before. Some of the greatest artists of all time lead to fanatical adoration, frenzied fans and even panty throwing!

Iconic New Zealand artists like Suzanne Lynch (The Chicks) and Pat Urlich (Peking Man) will be joined by Operatunity’s favourite core artist Bonnie & Karl. We are in for a shaking, rattling and rolling good time! With songs from the likes of Elvis, Connie Francis, Bill Hayley and the Comets and more!
Book your tickets here!

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2368 days ago

Keep warm with free curtains

Sustainability Trust

Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open… View more
Got a cold home and a Community Services Card? Wellington Curtain Bank can help with free, lined curtains. Curtains help to create a warmer, healthier home for your family by keeping heat inside. They can help keep your power bills down and your family healthier.

Wellington Curtain Bank is open for orders. To find out more and apply for curtains, go to the Sustainability Trust website or give us a call on 0508 78 78 24 extn 705. You’ll find an order form, and an instruction video on how to measure your windows so the curtains fit well.
Order curtains

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2372 days ago

Ardern joke

Michael from Pinehaven

Jacinda Ardern is going into labour!
But she is already in Labour and that is real labouring.

2371 days ago

NEWS PAPER RUNS

Talia from Naenae

hi all am wandering if anyone knows who to contact about getting a news paper run for my kids Im always too late by the time i see it in the hutt news, in the hutt area please, thank you.

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2370 days ago

Skip Bins

Stephanie from Naenae

Hey Neighbours!

Can someone enlighten me on the deal with all the big orange Waste Management Skip Bins around the place???

Two have appeared on my street last week and I notice they the seem to be everywhere! Is it a council initiative? Are they for anyone to use? Or are they only for the … View more
Hey Neighbours!

Can someone enlighten me on the deal with all the big orange Waste Management Skip Bins around the place???

Two have appeared on my street last week and I notice they the seem to be everywhere! Is it a council initiative? Are they for anyone to use? Or are they only for the occupants of the property they are placed in front of?

If they are for anyone to use, what a great idea! this should happen a couple of times a year and would help SO many people with their junk/rubbish

Thanks

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