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.

465 days ago

Recycling alternatives for your whānau

Hutt City Council

While these items can’t go into your yellow-top recycling bin, you can take your:

Food waste to Common Unity’s community compost drop-off at 310 Waiwhetū Road, Fairfield -

Find out more information, including what the team will take, at www.commonunityproject.org.nz/compost

Batteries … View more
While these items can’t go into your yellow-top recycling bin, you can take your:

Food waste to Common Unity’s community compost drop-off at 310 Waiwhetū Road, Fairfield -

Find out more information, including what the team will take, at www.commonunityproject.org.nz/compost

Batteries to ITRecycla at Units 1-3, 101 Gracefield Road, Gracefield -

Head to www.itrecycla.co.nz/battery-recycling to find out more!

Soft plastics to The Packaging Forum's Soft Plastic Recycling bins -

Find all the bin locations at www.recycling.kiwi.nz/store-locator
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466 days ago

Attention! Why Your Insurance Premiums are on the rise!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!

Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money CompareView more
Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!

Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare consolidates all major insurers and their key features in one place, making searching for new providers easy. They offer fantastic deals like one month of FREE car insurance, PLUS a helpful team to assist you in reviewing your health and life insurance coverage, to ensure you're on the best policy. Take charge of your insurance today by reviewing your policies!
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466 days ago

Last chance to buy tickets!

Heart Foundation

Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View more
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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467 days ago

"Crafternoon Tea"

Nicola Collins from Women of Worth

Winter is here, and burr the temperature is getting low, but the good news is, with a new season, brings new opportunities to learn new skills.
The Soroptimist International Lower Hutt club are running a fundraising "Crafternoon Tea" event, at the Avalon Public Hall - Saturday 24th … View more
Winter is here, and burr the temperature is getting low, but the good news is, with a new season, brings new opportunities to learn new skills.
The Soroptimist International Lower Hutt club are running a fundraising "Crafternoon Tea" event, at the Avalon Public Hall - Saturday 24th June with all ticket sales being donated to us here at Women of Worth! Amazing, thank you!
Your support is so appreciated and helps us out with our purpose - "To provide ways founded on personal worth, for women in Aotearoa New Zealand to make the changes they desire in their lives".

It's going to be a fun filled day, what a great way to "fill up your cup" by getting your creative juices flowing!
Details below:

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467 days ago

Free pink musical baby swing

Janet from Woburn

Pink musical baby swing in good condition, but we have lost electricity cable so you would have to buy 6 volt electrical cable

Free

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469 days ago

Artificial Grass from Warehouse

Colleen from Epuni

1m × 3m × 10mm. Having a garage clear out.

Free

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469 days ago

Assorted wood planks

Colleen from Epuni

Various lengths and thicknesses and some stakes. Having a garage clear out.

Free

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470 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week a contribution from Louise Thomas.

"Probably my favourite ducky-type bird. The colour-ways are understated and sophisticated, with a pop of bright red and green. They often climb low hanging trees over water and stand on one leg and look extremely chill doing it. Grey … View more
This week a contribution from Louise Thomas.

"Probably my favourite ducky-type bird. The colour-ways are understated and sophisticated, with a pop of bright red and green. They often climb low hanging trees over water and stand on one leg and look extremely chill doing it. Grey teal/tētē-moroiti (Anas gracilis) on Henley Lake in Masterton. Bird #40 in 2023."

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470 days ago
470 days ago

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply
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473 days ago

Poll: Should all homes have curtains?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View more
Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should all homes have curtains?
  • 78.5% Yes - it should be a must
    78.5% Complete
  • 13.9% No - it should be up to the landlord
    13.9% Complete
  • 7.6% I'd need more information
    7.6% Complete
2481 votes
471 days ago

AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa

Chamber Music New Zealand

Combining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions … View more
Combining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions both new and old, stories past and present, and bringing together different cultural practices and perspectives. The concert will feature material from their debut album as well as new improvisational pieces, where listeners are encouraged to move beyond convention into new sonic territory.
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472 days ago

Waterproof fitted single electric blanket

Jo from Naenae

Hi I have a waterproof electric blanket u can wash it as the cords clip off the blanket. I used it for my son but that was a while ago now so it's just collecting dust
Paid 100 for it so selling it for 50 Ono
Pick up Naenae or send or deliver at your expense

Price: $50

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472 days ago

Peppa pig curtains

Jo from Naenae

Hi I have some peppa pig curtains my girl has out grown in good condition fits most normal size windows. Pick up Naenae or deliver at your expense

Price: $40

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