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Ready for a festive movie night? Check out our top picks for the Best Christmas Movies for 2023!
Whether you're into laughs, rom-coms, or family fun, we've got your holiday vibes covered. Grab your popcorn and let the Christmas magic begin!
Currently Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua are under level one water restrictions. Wellington residents are now being urged to store an emergency water supply over the holiday period as the capital could face the possibility of severe water restrictions.
What you need to know:
- … View moreCurrently Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua are under level one water restrictions. Wellington residents are now being urged to store an emergency water supply over the holiday period as the capital could face the possibility of severe water restrictions.
What you need to know:
- Sprinklers can only be used every second day at this stage in level one restrictions.
- Wremo recommends households have an emergency supply of at least 20L of water per person, per day for seven days (140L per person). Wellington residents can buy 200L water tanks from their local councils for a discounted rate.
- Wellington Water is preparing with emergency agencies for level four restrictions, which would ban all outdoor water use and reduce indoor water use by up to 50%.
Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (Wremo) regional manager Jeremy Holmes said storing water should be a priority over the Christmas and New Year period.
"You can store water by cleaning and re-using plastic bottles, using larger water containers from hardware stores or installing a 200 litre household emergency water tank available through your local council."
He understood finding space in apartments could be a challenge, so he encouraged people to get creative and take measures such as storing containers behind the couch, under beds or in the back of cupboards.
Enjoy the charm of the holiday season by transforming your bedroom into a Christmas wonderland.
The spirit of Christmas will linger from dawn to dusk if you infuse festive cheer into your living room.
Let's make your bedroom a spirited holiday retreat with twinkling lights and cozy … View moreEnjoy the charm of the holiday season by transforming your bedroom into a Christmas wonderland.
The spirit of Christmas will linger from dawn to dusk if you infuse festive cheer into your living room.
Let's make your bedroom a spirited holiday retreat with twinkling lights and cozy throws.
It’s that time of the year when we eat a little too much Pav, watch Love Actually for the umpteenth time then head off on holiday in search of some summer fun with friends and family. As we sign off for the year, we’d like to wish everyone a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, love and … View moreIt’s that time of the year when we eat a little too much Pav, watch Love Actually for the umpteenth time then head off on holiday in search of some summer fun with friends and family. As we sign off for the year, we’d like to wish everyone a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, love and laughter. So, from all our staff and residents, have a very happy holiday and a safe and prosperous New Year.
Thanks to our friends at Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment and the Ministry of Primary Industries, we're bringing Neighbourly members updates on recent recalls.Click on the item to get the full details.
Lisa’s brand Hummus Chargrilled Capsicum
Value brand Lemonade
… View moreThanks to our friends at Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment and the Ministry of Primary Industries, we're bringing Neighbourly members updates on recent recalls.Click on the item to get the full details.
Lisa’s brand Hummus Chargrilled Capsicum
Value brand Lemonade
Luv a Pie Butter Chicken pie
Clonbern Kitchen Truffle & Parmesan Beef Sausages
Magnetic Ball fidget toy
Oversized Kids Hoodie blanket
Tegel Chicken Sausages
New World NZ prime beef mince
Mr Beast Milk Chocolate Bar
The Original Paprika & Onion Kumara chips
Electric oil burner
This information is designed to help keep your home, family and friends safe.
Night Quarter - TONIGHT (Wednesday, 20 December 2023), 4pm - 7pm
Explore Masterton’s vibrant art spaces as part of this special evening event.
King Street Artworks will have their Christmas cash and carry exhibition and you can also tour their workshop and get creative.
A special … View moreNight Quarter - TONIGHT (Wednesday, 20 December 2023), 4pm - 7pm
Explore Masterton’s vibrant art spaces as part of this special evening event.
King Street Artworks will have their Christmas cash and carry exhibition and you can also tour their workshop and get creative.
A special poetry pop-up from Outdoor Poems, NZ Pacific Studio and Wairarapa Word.
Visit ConArt and see incredible local artwork in their studios and shop.
Head to Hau Kāinga for that genuine, made by Māori and made local gift or treat for yourself.
Aratoi is giving tours of the Wairarapa Art Review, as well as special offerings in their gift shop and performances from The Songbirds.
Pop into Entice Café for a tasty selection of tapas and treats with refreshments to match! Bookings preferred but not essential.
See you there!
Christmas is just around the corner and for most kiwis this means preparing our homes to host a nice warm meal, but for some this can be a really hard time of the year.
Filled with food essentials and Christmas treats, a Christmas Box is a much-needed addition to the table and also a … View moreChristmas is just around the corner and for most kiwis this means preparing our homes to host a nice warm meal, but for some this can be a really hard time of the year.
Filled with food essentials and Christmas treats, a Christmas Box is a much-needed addition to the table and also a much-needed reminder that people care. This year we will deliver 45,000 boxes to those in need but we need your help!
Help us bring hope to the table for those struggling by donating a Christmas Box for just $40 at christmasbox.co.nz.
This Friday (Dec 22nd) enjoy a summer evening in Queen Elizabeth Park. Steam Engine 'Atlantic' will be chugging around Waipoua Island from around 5pm.
Take a paddle boat around the lake or play mini golf. Or just bring a picnic and watch the train steaming by.
Train tickets $1 cash … View moreThis Friday (Dec 22nd) enjoy a summer evening in Queen Elizabeth Park. Steam Engine 'Atlantic' will be chugging around Waipoua Island from around 5pm.
Take a paddle boat around the lake or play mini golf. Or just bring a picnic and watch the train steaming by.
Train tickets $1 cash sales! Great family fun for Christmas
Get into the festive spirit with homemade gifts crafted by your little ones!
Our list of the top 5 DIY gifts for kids is here to spark their creativity and spread joy. Check it out now!
Struggling to find the perfect small Christmas present? For just $15 each, you can buy Heart Foundation Lottery tickets for family, friends or even good neighbours. Not only will they have the chance to win a stunning Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, but you are also supporting the … View moreStruggling to find the perfect small Christmas present? For just $15 each, you can buy Heart Foundation Lottery tickets for family, friends or even good neighbours. Not only will they have the chance to win a stunning Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, but you are also supporting the life-saving work of the Heart Foundation.
Pioneer Audio / Video Multi-Channel Receiver with Wharfedale speakers
Pioneer's packed the affordable VSX-D511 with exciting home theater and music features! For starters, you get Dolby® Digital, DTS®, and Pro Logic™ II surround processing, plus 100 watts x 5 channels of clean Pioneer … View morePioneer Audio / Video Multi-Channel Receiver with Wharfedale speakers
Pioneer's packed the affordable VSX-D511 with exciting home theater and music features! For starters, you get Dolby® Digital, DTS®, and Pro Logic™ II surround processing, plus 100 watts x 5 channels of clean Pioneer power to ensure crisp, dynamic sound at all times. This receiver also boasts 96kHz/24-bit D/A converters for smooth, lifelike sound from all your digital sources.
For an even more enveloping home theater experience, Pioneer's Virtual Surround Back processing uses advanced sound imaging to reproduce a phantom rear surround speaker. You also get DSP modes for music and movies, including 5-Channel Stereo mode for playing stereo music sources through all of your home theater speakers. When you don't want to disturb sleeping housemates with late-night movies, Pioneer's Midnight Listening mode adjusts the subwoofer, rear, and center speaker levels while compressing dynamic range for greater enjoyment of surround sound at low volumes.
The back panel sports plenty of inputs for all your audio and video sources, including 2 digital inputs and 3 S-video inputs. A 5.1-channel analog input, combined with the VSX-D511's wide-range frequency response (up to 100,000 Hz!), lets you make the most of high-resolution multichannel formats like DVD-Audio and SACD.
Details:
Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II
100 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.2% THD — or 100 x 5 in surround mode
5 DSP modes (Virtual Surround Back, Expanded, 5-Channel Stereo, Musical, Movie)
Midnight Listening mode
96kHz/24-bit D/A converters
wide-range frequency response
digital inputs: 1 optical, 1 coaxial
2 audio, 3 A/V (including 3 S-video and one 5.1-channel) inputs
no phono input
1 set main speaker outputs
preamp-level subwoofer output
30 AM/FM presets
A/V remote control
16-9/16"W x 6-1/4"H x 15-3/8"D
If you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!
There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!
… View moreIf you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!
There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!
Check out the fantastic entries received so far and don't forget to share your photo today!
Sale now on at Resene ColorShops! For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops.
Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!
Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to … View moreMany of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!
Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to go into the draw to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home.
The Neighbourly team will choose the finalists but you, our Neighbourly members will vote on the ultimate winner who'll receive the prize of a $600 Prezzy® Card and the title of NZ's Merriest Home. So, go ahead! In the comments below, share your one festive photo to enter.
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