Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

1426 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, this week something a bit different - a lizard.
Photographer Louise Thomas snapped the image on a recent expedition to photograph some new bird species.

"I've had an amazing 24-hours. Yesterday, my faithful porter and I went out to Matiu/Somes Island. We saw sooty … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, this week something a bit different - a lizard.
Photographer Louise Thomas snapped the image on a recent expedition to photograph some new bird species.

"I've had an amazing 24-hours. Yesterday, my faithful porter and I went out to Matiu/Somes Island. We saw sooty shearwaters, kākāriki, aka red-crowned parakeet, numerous skinks, and on the way back a spotted shag near the Days Bay wharf.
All three birds are new species for me. I'm afraid I have no idea what sort of skink this is, I think common skink, but it has a dark iris? Suggestions from those in the know much appreciated - I'm going cross-eyed trying to work it out on the internet.
Funny story, both Chris and I thought this was a railway spike holding up the wood on the edge of the step, then Chris said "wait, that spike has little hands."

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1425 days ago

Are you after new plants for your summer garden?

Joshua from Kelburn Price Smart Landscaping and Gardeners

Price Smart provides a good range of evergreen native plants at a competitive price. If you are looking for low maintenance and visually stunning local plants to complete your garden, we have them for you. Mini Toe Toe, NZ Iris, Carex, and many more.
For inquiries about products and services Give … View more
Price Smart provides a good range of evergreen native plants at a competitive price. If you are looking for low maintenance and visually stunning local plants to complete your garden, we have them for you. Mini Toe Toe, NZ Iris, Carex, and many more.
For inquiries about products and services Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or email us at info@pricesmart.co.nz

1425 days ago

Old Lower Hutt 1800-1850

Sandra from Normandale

Local history in local schools.
What do you know about Lower Hutt or THE HUTT as it was known.
1800-1850 The Hutt was accepting settlers into Port Nicholson and many landed on the flat land at Petone beach. Flooding caused them to move slowly up the valley. What did they think after sailing for … View more
Local history in local schools.
What do you know about Lower Hutt or THE HUTT as it was known.
1800-1850 The Hutt was accepting settlers into Port Nicholson and many landed on the flat land at Petone beach. Flooding caused them to move slowly up the valley. What did they think after sailing for months to arrive here and find NOTHING, no houses, no shops, nothing.
Maori grew potatoes, Settlers brought seeds, pre fab homes and lots of wet washing.

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1428 days ago

Girls Toys

Jane from Naenae

Hi neighbours.About time we caught up.On Sun 29th Nov,as stated previously we are hosting a pre Xmas Fun Day for the Children thru out Poneke.Sadly we only have 1 Girls gift.If your girls no longer need her things I will gladly take them off your hands.The response for toys has been overwhelming … View moreHi neighbours.About time we caught up.On Sun 29th Nov,as stated previously we are hosting a pre Xmas Fun Day for the Children thru out Poneke.Sadly we only have 1 Girls gift.If your girls no longer need her things I will gladly take them off your hands.The response for toys has been overwhelming and so thankful to all who have given to put a smile on another childs face.Nga mihi koutou katoa.

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1425 days ago

Entertainment and Encouragement Newsletter

Corinne Morris from

Hello Everyone,
We have a great newsletter for you this week. mailchi.mp...

Freshen up on driving with a Staying Safe Workshop. Join us for a free get together for a light lunch, cuppa tea and good company at one of our monthly Pop-up Hubs in Seatoun or Linden. Check out the Sleep Presentation at… View more
Hello Everyone,
We have a great newsletter for you this week. mailchi.mp...

Freshen up on driving with a Staying Safe Workshop. Join us for a free get together for a light lunch, cuppa tea and good company at one of our monthly Pop-up Hubs in Seatoun or Linden. Check out the Sleep Presentation at Rita Angus in Kilbirnie, to get tips on healthy sleeping and improve leg strength, balance and flexibility at one of our Steady As You GO classes.

We have a funny Poem in "Your Voice" written by DJ Bradley. Test your general knowledge and whip up a delicious panzanella salad in our "Entertainment" section.

We hope you enjoy and stay safe x

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1425 days ago

We're on Neighbourly now!

Monica from No. 8 Building Recyclers

Kia ora neighbours!
We are No. 8 Building Recyclers, a window/door restoration business located in Lower Hutt.

We offer a wide range of services and second hand doors, but today we're here to offer a special discount for one specific service: Dip Stripping (check the magic in the image … View more
Kia ora neighbours!
We are No. 8 Building Recyclers, a window/door restoration business located in Lower Hutt.

We offer a wide range of services and second hand doors, but today we're here to offer a special discount for one specific service: Dip Stripping (check the magic in the image below).

If you need your door or window paint stripped, contact us! Tell us that you saw this ad on Neighbourly and we will give you 25% discount in up to three items!

For more information about us, check out our website no8recyclers.co.nz...

Cheers!

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1425 days ago

⚠ RANDWICK ROAD UPDATE ⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

Work is progressing on the wastewater pipe repair in the slip lane near Randwick Road, Hutt Park. Traffic management is in place which includes the removal of a portion of the traffic island to help direct traffic flow away from our work site.

Work will continue next week which means the slip lane… View more
Work is progressing on the wastewater pipe repair in the slip lane near Randwick Road, Hutt Park. Traffic management is in place which includes the removal of a portion of the traffic island to help direct traffic flow away from our work site.

Work will continue next week which means the slip lane will remain closed until further notice.

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1425 days ago

Another estuary bird - the pied stilt/poaka

Louise from Woburn

Pied stilts/ poaka (Himantopus himantopus) are another bird sometimes seen at the Hutt Estuary and sometimes there is a pair up the river by the Ewen Bridge. They are not here in huge numbers compared to some other places, and are usually spotted in ones, twos, and once I saw three. I find pied … View morePied stilts/ poaka (Himantopus himantopus) are another bird sometimes seen at the Hutt Estuary and sometimes there is a pair up the river by the Ewen Bridge. They are not here in huge numbers compared to some other places, and are usually spotted in ones, twos, and once I saw three. I find pied stilts/ poaka (Himantopus himantopus) just a touch ridiculous – like Montgomery Burns wearing a tuxedo and plague mask whilst walking badly on circus stilts. Their knees turn in unexpected directions making them look inherently unstable. Sometimes they stand on one leg just to show off, trying to convince the casual observer that they really have it together.

I also just want to let everyone know that my 2021 calendars are completely sold out. A big thank you to everyone who purchased one. I'll do it again next year for 2022 and make sure I get a few more printed next time.

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1425 days ago

Make your own modernist art

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Make your own modernist art and release your inner Matisse with easy-to-create canvas artworks. Use Resene testpots to suit your colour scheme for a co-ordinated look.

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

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1425 days ago

Business For Sale

Mike from Avalon

The Progroup - Wellington franchise, part of the nationwide Property Improvement Specialists franchise group is offered for immediate sale.

The business is an established operating franchise with fantastic income potential and lifestyle. The Progroup is one of the best franchise groups in the … View more
The Progroup - Wellington franchise, part of the nationwide Property Improvement Specialists franchise group is offered for immediate sale.

The business is an established operating franchise with fantastic income potential and lifestyle. The Progroup is one of the best franchise groups in the country with nationwide presence, and support systems that are second to none. This is the first time this Wellington franchise has been offered for sale since its inception.

* Deck&FencePro has been in operation for 6+ years providing maintenance and restoration of outdoor timber structures (decks, fences, garage doors, patio furniture)

This franchise also has access to other divisions within the group.

* GaragePro products and services provide additional income streams from garage carpet, door and ceiling insulation, door seals, attic ladders and more.
* GrassPro services give access to The ProGroup synthetic turf products.

TheProgroup offers one of the lowest fixed franchise fee structures around with no royalties on earnings. Typical earnings of $3000/wk.

If you are sick of the daily commute, or the hassles of corporate life, and would like an opportunity to be your own boss, working your own hours in the local area, with great income potential, this business could be perfect for you. No experience is necessary as full training is provided.

TheProgroup - Wellington: Expressions of interest at $75,000 plus GST (if any) welcomed. A van is also for sale at $12,000 + GST (if any).


Contact Mike Christie (Owner Operator) on 021 597-302, or mike.c@theprogroup.co.nz for further information.

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1426 days ago

Trick or Treaters Welcome at our place on Kerkwall Drive

Andy from Naenae

As always trick or treaters are more than welcome at our place on Kerkwall Drive in Naenae. This year we've added a few extra bits to our Halloween decorations including some holograms in the windows and our spiders have gone crazy on the front of our house. If you can, come a little later … View moreAs always trick or treaters are more than welcome at our place on Kerkwall Drive in Naenae. This year we've added a few extra bits to our Halloween decorations including some holograms in the windows and our spiders have gone crazy on the front of our house. If you can, come a little later when it's dark to get the full effect. youtu.be...

1426 days ago

Poll: Which NZ destination do you most want to travel to?

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

To celebrate the refreshed Stuff Travel website, enabling you to dream, plan and now book your next escape all in one place, we're giving away a $100 voucher.

To go into the draw to win simply vote below on which of the following destinations you're most likely to use your voucher on. … View more
To celebrate the refreshed Stuff Travel website, enabling you to dream, plan and now book your next escape all in one place, we're giving away a $100 voucher.

To go into the draw to win simply vote below on which of the following destinations you're most likely to use your voucher on. Visit travel-booking.stuff.co.nz for inspiration and to view all the other destinations.
Explore now

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Which NZ destination do you most want to travel to?
  • 4.3% Auckland
    4.3% Complete
  • 20.7% Coromandel
    20.7% Complete
  • 6.2% Rotorua
    6.2% Complete
  • 5.6% Taupō
    5.6% Complete
  • 5.7% Wellington
    5.7% Complete
  • 18.7% Nelson Tasman
    18.7% Complete
  • 10.3% Marlborough
    10.3% Complete
  • 28.5% Central Otago/Lakes
    28.5% Complete
2856 votes
1426 days ago

Early Lower Hutt 1800-50

Sandra from Normandale

Researching early Lower Hutt 1800-1850.
Ship 'Tory' bringing the NZ Company from UK to Petone/Britannia in 1839.
2 Old Whalers/sailors one the employer Captain John JACKY Guard guided Tory, the other his employee Captain James Worser Heberley held the wheel of the Tory through the … View more
Researching early Lower Hutt 1800-1850.
Ship 'Tory' bringing the NZ Company from UK to Petone/Britannia in 1839.
2 Old Whalers/sailors one the employer Captain John JACKY Guard guided Tory, the other his employee Captain James Worser Heberley held the wheel of the Tory through the Wellington Heads from Picton area.
Guard and Heberley have family 2020 in the Hutt.

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1427 days ago

Heritage is about people

Jon from Hutt City Council

Learn some new things about your city at our heritage webinar tonight at 6 pm.

Go to the link below for more information.

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1427 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Contact Us

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly team is here to lend a helping hand! Whether you have some questions around how the site works, or you need help updating your details or settings, getting in touch with us is simple:

- Click "Settings" at the top right of the website
(If on mobile, click your profile… View more
The Neighbourly team is here to lend a helping hand! Whether you have some questions around how the site works, or you need help updating your details or settings, getting in touch with us is simple:

- Click "Settings" at the top right of the website
(If on mobile, click your profile picture and select "settings")
- Select "Help”
- Under Top Articles, select "Contacting Neighbourly"
- Click on the link to our Contact Us page

We look forward to hearing from you!

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