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1197 days ago

Everybody aged 55+ can book their COVID-19 vaccination

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

From today, everybody aged 55+ can book their COVID-19 vaccination by visiting www.BookMyVaccine.nz....

They join those aged 60+ and people in Groups 1, 2 and 3 who remain eligible and can book their appointments at any time.

We now have 20 vaccination centres open for online booking across the … View more
From today, everybody aged 55+ can book their COVID-19 vaccination by visiting www.BookMyVaccine.nz....

They join those aged 60+ and people in Groups 1, 2 and 3 who remain eligible and can book their appointments at any time.

We now have 20 vaccination centres open for online booking across the region, as well as 36 medical practices who are vaccinating their enrolled patients.

See where our centres are: www.rph.org.nz....

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1197 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

We've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win … View moreWe've had hundreds of community hero shout outs on our Nice Neighbour page, with some even featuring in Stuff's local community papers. It's easy for you to chime in to those raving reviews, all you've got to do is nominate your community champion and be in with a chance to win a Prezzy® Card. Have a think and get nominating now! Nominate now!

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1198 days ago

Before and after cleaning

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

These curtains are looking as good as new after being treated for mould removal. If you have orange or black spots on your curtains - that is most likely mould! It loves a combination of dust, damp, and heat. It can smell very musty, especially if left to grow. We are experts in mould removal and … View moreThese curtains are looking as good as new after being treated for mould removal. If you have orange or black spots on your curtains - that is most likely mould! It loves a combination of dust, damp, and heat. It can smell very musty, especially if left to grow. We are experts in mould removal and ensure curtains are treated with no colour loss - if you have any questions feel free to give us a call and we can have a chat. 0800 579 0501

1198 days ago

Could you get more from your Vitamin C supplement?

Lipo Sachets

The body doesn’t produce or store vitamin C, which means many of us are missing out on its health-giving benefits. You should also consume it daily, not just in times of need.

Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets use patented technology to deliver a high dose of new generation liposomal vitamin C. They are… View more
The body doesn’t produce or store vitamin C, which means many of us are missing out on its health-giving benefits. You should also consume it daily, not just in times of need.

Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets use patented technology to deliver a high dose of new generation liposomal vitamin C. They are proven to deliver 80% higher absorption than standard vitamin C* to help support your immune health and wellbeing.

Make sure your immune system is fighting fit for winter and beyond, by optimising your vitamin C intake.

Could you benefit from high dose liposomal vitamin C?

Ref: *Based on a clinical study comparing 10g Vitamin C Lipo-Sachets to 10g standard vitamin C. Maciej Lukawski (2019). Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. Vitamins are supplementary to a balanced diet. AFT Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Auckland. TAPS PP7841
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1199 days ago

Roof repair recommendations

Joe from Naenae

Have a small leak in the roof (Concrete tiles) could anyone recommend a roofer they have had a good experience with?

Thanks again

Joe :)

1198 days ago

New Reformer Pilates Studio opening in Petone Soon!

Fiona from Petone

⭐ PETONE PRE SALES AVAILABLE NOW ⭐
✨ Take advantage of our pre-opening deals.
✨ Available from now until opening day.
🙌 Visit our website (thrivepilates.nz) or
🔗 Click on the link in our IG profile
💪 Deal 1: our 3+3 intro deal (3 private + 3 group classes) $250
💪 Deal 2: … View more
⭐ PETONE PRE SALES AVAILABLE NOW ⭐
✨ Take advantage of our pre-opening deals.
✨ Available from now until opening day.
🙌 Visit our website (thrivepilates.nz) or
🔗 Click on the link in our IG profile
💪 Deal 1: our 3+3 intro deal (3 private + 3 group classes) $250
💪 Deal 2: our group reformer intro pack (3 group classes) $50
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#wellingtonlive #reformerpilates #ThrivePilatesNZ #petone #lowerhutt #huttcity

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1218 days ago

Quiz Night August 21st 7:30

Wendy from Maungaraki

Grab a team and come along to join in the nationwide Tear Fund Quiz night raising funds for those in urgent need of help overseas. Maungaraki Baptist Church 164 Dowse Dr are hosting this event

Quiz night poster.pdf Download View

1208 days ago

Call for Books

Amanda Wills from Anglican Parish of Lower Hutt

We are getting ready for our book fair in September. Tidy up your bookcase and bring us your surplus books. Books, jigsaws and children's games can be dropped off at St James' Church, 71 Woburn Road, Lower Hutt, 9am-noon, Tuesday to Friday.

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1198 days ago

Mapping flood hazards in Lower Hutt

Jon from Hutt City Council

The most comprehensive flood mapping programme in Lower Hutt’s history is underway – but we need your help.

Draft maps of river and stormwater flood hazards have been prepared. Next week, we’ll start taking the maps to communities across the city, and we’d like people with memories or … View more
The most comprehensive flood mapping programme in Lower Hutt’s history is underway – but we need your help.

Draft maps of river and stormwater flood hazards have been prepared. Next week, we’ll start taking the maps to communities across the city, and we’d like people with memories or photos of past flood events to help us make the finished maps as accurate as possible.

So come along to our public information sessions and view the draft maps, learn more about natural hazards and help us to manage flood risk in our city. More information blow.

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1200 days ago

What is Yarn: What It’s Made From, How You Make It and More

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

When researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does… View moreWhen researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does this bear to your final fabric? That’s what we are here to look at in a little more detail.

What is Yarn?
Yarn is a length of fibres. That’s the simplest way to explain it. It is a continuous length of fibres which are interlocked, and it’s used to produce fabrics, as well as in crocheting, knitting, embroidery and ropemaking.

This means that we can split yarn into two different ‘categories’ of sorts. The thread that is used for embroidery or in sewing machines, as well as yarn (commonly known as balls-of-wool) used in crafts such as knitting or crocheting, are long lengths that are bought as yarns.

The alternative would be a yarn which is then knitted or woven into a fabric. The textile is then bought as fabric, in lengths, rather than the yarn itself being purchased separately. This second description is the one that we will explore further in this post.

What is Yarn Made From?
Yarn can be made from such a variety of different fibres. This includes both natural and synthetic fibres. The most common plant fibre is cotton, however, you can also use other natural fibres such as bamboo. Alongside cotton, the synthetic polyester fibre makes up the two most commonly used fibres. Animal fibres are also often used, such as wool, harvested from sheep, as well as cashmere (harvested from goats) Angora (from rabbits) and silk (from insect larvae).

What is the Difference Between Spun and Filament Yarn?
Spun yarn is made by twisting staple fibres together in either an S or Z twist, to make a single thread. The process of twisting the fibres together into yarn is called spinning and it was one of the first processed to be industrialised. Spun yarns can contain a single type of fibre, or you can spin various types of fibre together to give you a blend.

Filament yarn is made up of filament fibres which are either twisted together or simply grouped together. It can either be composed of one filament, which is called a monofilament, or it could be made of more than one, in which case it would be known as a multifilament. This can be as few as two or three filament fibres, or even up to 50, or more.

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

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1200 days ago

Deer becoming a urban problem in Lower Hutt

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lower Hutt residents are giving up their vege patches and losing their lawn as deer move in on urban areas.
No one keeps tabs on deer numbers but anecdotally they are turning up in a range of urban areas including Naenae, Stokes Valley, Eastbourne and Wainuiomata, as well as the Belmont Regional … View more
Lower Hutt residents are giving up their vege patches and losing their lawn as deer move in on urban areas.
No one keeps tabs on deer numbers but anecdotally they are turning up in a range of urban areas including Naenae, Stokes Valley, Eastbourne and Wainuiomata, as well as the Belmont Regional Park.
The Hutt City Council has a $15,000 fund for culling deer, which is administered by Greater Wellington Regional Council.
Department of Conservation’s biodiversity threats advisor Dave Carlton​ says the deer that help themselves to Taylor’s garden point to a much bigger problem.
There are similar issues in urban areas throughout New Zealand and DOC is working on a national framework to come up with a strategy to deal with deer.

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1200 days ago

30% off custom made lined curtains!

Nicola from Harvey Furnishings Wellington - Petone

For August we are running a promo on custom lined curtains, choose any pleat* and a fabric over $49.95 and receive 30% off. Head to our website or pop instore to see our wide range of fabric choices.

*excludes wave pleat
** cannot be used in conjunction with free ILIV making offer

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1200 days ago

WE NEED YOUR HELP: IDENTIFYING FLOOD HAZARDS IN LOWER HUTT

Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.

The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict … View more
Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.

The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict stormwater and river flooding.

Now we need you to help finish the job. To make sure the finished
maps are as accurate as possible, we’d like you to tell us about flooding
events in your neighbourhoods and show us any photos you’ve got.

For further information on this project, go to: hutt.city/floodhazards

We’d also like your thoughts on other natural hazards like earthquakes, slips and erosion, and their impacts on our city.

We need this information as we prepare to draft a new district plan – the rule book for land use and development in Lower Hutt. And lastly, as part of the district plan review, we’d like to talk to you about residential development in the city, particularly your thoughts on what is a reasonable distance for people to walk from higher-density residential housing to train stations, shops and other facilities.
Learn more

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1201 days ago

Meet our Houseplant Hero 2021!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves … View more
Dear neighbours,

Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves that way," she says. "If we are not thriving in the way that we would wish, it might not be any fault of ours, it might be the conditions that we are under."

1201 days ago

Random Acts of Kindness – August 1st to 31st 💐

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options … View more
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.

The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, build a free community library for your street, buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.

Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re spreading kindness this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:

info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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