Woburn, Lower Hutt

Let's get familiar!

Let's get familiar!

Introduce yourself on the Know Thy Neighbour page.

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

596 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
597 days ago

Small Roof Replacement

Chris from Normandale

I am hoping someone can help me please? I am looking for a roofer/handyman. We have a small porch roof that needs replacing as its leaking. It's about 3m long by 0.3m and I have plenty of iron left over from when another part of the roof was replaced. Tried all the usual roofing places but all… View moreI am hoping someone can help me please? I am looking for a roofer/handyman. We have a small porch roof that needs replacing as its leaking. It's about 3m long by 0.3m and I have plenty of iron left over from when another part of the roof was replaced. Tried all the usual roofing places but all too busy and understandably not interested in a small job. Any suggestions would be gratefully received!

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597 days ago

WEEKEND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

Are you reliable,capable and have a spare 3 hours available on Saturday or Sunday ?

Shifts that need filling are
- Sat 10am - 1pm or Sat 1pm - 4pm
- Sun 11am - 130pm or 130pm - 4pm

Please enquire and pick up an enrolment form from
RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE 169 JACKSON ST

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598 days ago

Trailer

Colin from Woburn

Hi..We live in Woburn and want to borrow or hire a trailer. Just for a dump trip or two.
Drop me a txt..or phone me 0276458096.
Cheers
Colin

599 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
599 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Bob Scott Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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601 days ago

Rubbish

Jane from Naenae

Hi Neighbours,I so appreciate donations to pass onto families who are unable to afford them,but not the rubbish I recieved an had to sift thru an came up with a few toys an the rest rubbish.Video tapes with no tapes in them.We only have a small bin for our household rubbish,which means i have to … View moreHi Neighbours,I so appreciate donations to pass onto families who are unable to afford them,but not the rubbish I recieved an had to sift thru an came up with a few toys an the rest rubbish.Video tapes with no tapes in them.We only have a small bin for our household rubbish,which means i have to take your rubbish to the tip.This includes clothing as well.Please neighbours can you make sure everything you donate is clean an reuseable for families who recieve them.Clothing,Toys,Video tapes etc.I appreciate you all not your rubbish.

601 days ago

BOOKS WANTED

Amanda Wills from Anglican Parish of Lower Hutt

We are getting ready for our next bumper Book Fair and would love to receive books, jigsaws and puzzles. Please deliver them to St James' Church, 71 Woburn Road, Lower Hutt, Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 12:30pm. Please contact us if your donation is more than six boxes 04 569 6737. Thanks for … View moreWe are getting ready for our next bumper Book Fair and would love to receive books, jigsaws and puzzles. Please deliver them to St James' Church, 71 Woburn Road, Lower Hutt, Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 12:30pm. Please contact us if your donation is more than six boxes 04 569 6737. Thanks for supporting our fundraising

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601 days ago

We are open today

The Team from Red Cross Shop Petone

Morning we are open today please come in and see us. We are also taking donations.

605 days ago

New Beginnings

Jane from Naenae

Hi Neighbours Happy New Year to you all an hopefully it was a good one.I am now ready to take donations for our Pataka Aroha to give to needy families.Home from Perth tomorrow so your welcome to drop your donations by or in the freeza by front door.Clean clothing, linen,kitchen utensils etc.Will … View moreHi Neighbours Happy New Year to you all an hopefully it was a good one.I am now ready to take donations for our Pataka Aroha to give to needy families.Home from Perth tomorrow so your welcome to drop your donations by or in the freeza by front door.Clean clothing, linen,kitchen utensils etc.Will post up when opening Day will be.Going to be good to be home.Thanku neighbours

603 days ago

Funky fridge makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lower Hutt

Is your fridge looking dated and dull? Turn an eyesore into a conversation starter with this clever chalkboard transformation using Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen.

Follow out easy instructions.

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607 days ago

Poll: Are uniform rules at schools sexist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community … View more
Many schools allow female students to wear earrings but male students aren't allowed to have an ear stud. Is it time to get rid of gender-based rules in regards to jewellery?

Share your thoughts below - write NFP if you don't wish your comments to be shared in the community paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are uniform rules at schools sexist?
  • 49.6% Yes, the same rules for everyone is best
    49.6% Complete
  • 34% No, let's stick to the tradition
    34% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 12.5% Get rid of uniform and clothing rules altogether
    12.5% Complete
4536 votes
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603 days ago

Moved to Wellington just got housr

Elyse from Naenae

Hi there friend just moved Wellington needed household items for 2x teen girls and house
Shelving
Kids items
Outdoor equipment /play
Family activity's boardgames/arts and craft/puzzles etc
Bunks/loft bed
Table n chairs
Women's clothes 14
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Hi there friend just moved Wellington needed household items for 2x teen girls and house
Shelving
Kids items
Outdoor equipment /play
Family activity's boardgames/arts and craft/puzzles etc
Bunks/loft bed
Table n chairs
Women's clothes 14
Bikes
Kids items
Kitchen items

Free

605 days ago

Get back-to-school sorted.

The Warehouse

Get back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got … View moreGet back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got everything you need to set up for an epic comeback.

Want to give back when you go back? Donate $1 to KidsCan in store to make sure more Kiwi kids get the essentials they need in 2023.
Shop now

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605 days ago

The difference between Lined and Unlined curtains

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Curtains are an essential part of every home’s decor. And having the right curtains can be the last piece to the puzzle - the furnishing that makes the room, while having the wrong ones . . . well, no one wants to look at bad curtains.

When given an option, should the curtains be lined or … View more
Curtains are an essential part of every home’s decor. And having the right curtains can be the last piece to the puzzle - the furnishing that makes the room, while having the wrong ones . . . well, no one wants to look at bad curtains.

When given an option, should the curtains be lined or non-lined? What are the differences? We'll find out in this article.

Lined curtains, as the name would suggest, have a supplemental lining on the inside of the curtain. This lining can be multifunctional so it’s best to consider what you want to achieve with your curtains.

Sometimes the lining is simply for decoration, giving the curtain a bit of depth and extra weight, perhaps offering a splash of colour to offset the primary colour of the curtain.

More often than not, they are often designed to be noise cancelling, heat insulating, or fully light blocking, among other things. If for example, you’re planning your living room to also be a fully functional home entertainment centre, 100% blackout - lined curtains would be your best bet.

Lined curtains offer better privacy due to the extra thickness of the fabric. They often have extended lifetime compared to unlined curtains due solely to the lining preventing the fabric from fading.

Unlined curtains, on the other hand, have their own advantages.

They are both lighter and airier making them perfect for rooms that have either smaller or fewer windows and a tendency to remain dark.

They allow natural sunlight to fill the chosen area while still providing privacy to the homeowner. This has the added benefit of reducing the potential need for electrical light and thus ultimately reducing one’s electric bill.

Another perk is that unlined curtains cost less than lined curtains on average and so are a more affordable solution. The reduced amount of fabric used for unlined curtains also means that they attract less dust than lined curtains, which in turn creates fewer risks for those with allergies.

They are washing machine-friendly which is huge in itself. You will save both time and money avoiding dry cleaning.

Lastly, for those people who enjoy changing the appearance of the room frequently, unlined curtains are easier to hang or take down and store, and with their reduced costs, infinite combinations are possible.

Whether choosing lined or unlined curtains, the fact remains that curtains are the one element that pulls a room together. Both options have their pros and cons so homeowners must consider what purpose the curtains will be fulfilled before making their purchase.

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