Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1362 days ago

Keep it up Aotearoa! 💕

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

It's been heartwarming to hear stories from across the North Island of people taking others into their home and sharing a cup of tea together or fixing them a meal.

For the latest official updates:

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1364 days ago

Buying by tender: Did you write a letter?

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Hi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people … View more
Hi folks,
My colleague Jo is writing a story about buying by tender, specifically, the new trend of writing letters to the vendor to explain why they should pick your offer over all the rest.
As the market gets harder and harder to break into, we've been hearing more and more about people trying to make a personal connection with vendors to give their tender offers the edge. We've heard folks will include personal details about their family, why the love the house and what their plans for the property are.
Jo would love to talk to anyone who's written a letter like this to accompany a tender - perhaps it's you, perhaps a relative or friend - or from vendors who've received letters like this, accompanying a tender.
Perhaps you asked for such letters?
We'd love to hear more about that experience for you and how it shaped the way the sale went.
You can reach out to jo here (she'll be joining the Neighbourly neighbourhood soon!) or via our email: homed@stuff.co.nz.
Looking forward to hearing your stories.

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1362 days ago

*** THIS IS THE THIRD EARTHQUAKE THIS MORNING ***

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

A Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami … View more
A Tsunami Warning has been issued following the M8.0 earthquake north-east of New Zealand near KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION.
People near coast from BAY OF ISLANDS to WHANGAREI including GREAT BARRIER ISLAND and from MATATA to TOLAGA BAY must MOVE IMMEDIATELY to nearest high ground, out of all tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible. Evacuate these areas even if you did not feel the earthquake. DO NOT WAIT. A damaging tsunami is possible.

People in all other areas who felt a LONG or STRONG earthquake should MOVE IMMEDIATELY to the nearest high ground, out of tsunami evacuation zones, or as far inland as possible.

This evacuation advice overrides the current COVID-19 Alert Level requirements. Do not stay at home. MOVE IMMEDIATELY. Stay 2 metres away from others if you can and if it is safe to do so.

People evacuating should walk, run or cycle if possible to reduce chance of getting stuck in traffic. Do not return until all-clear is given by Civil Defence.

Go to www.civildefence.govt.nz... for the most up to date information.

PLEASE SHARE THIS INFO with friends, family, neighbours!

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1362 days ago

Distressed garden shelves

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Create more space in your garden with these handy garden shelves. Try out an easy to create distressed paint effect using two Resene colours.

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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1363 days ago

From first arrivals to first encounters

Trust Tairāwhiti

Tairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.

Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many … View more
Tairāwhiti is a welcoming place for new beginnings and new discoveries – the landing place of great Pacific navigators and the origins of Aotearoa New Zealand’s defining dual heritage.

Steeped in vibrant arts, rich history and authentic Māori culture, we invite you to discover the many stories Tairāwhiti has to tell.

The treasures of Tairāwhiti are ready for you to uncover.
Find out more

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1363 days ago

40” Television

Marlene from Totara Park

Samsung - as per photos.

Price: $200

1363 days ago

Table and 4 chairs

Marlene from Totara Park

As per photo. Solid wooden table with 4 chairs. The chair seats are fabric. $275 ono. Buyer pick-up only.

Negotiable

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1363 days ago

Washing machine

Marlene from Totara Park

Fisher and Paykel smart drive in good condition. Buyer pick-up only.

Price: $100

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1363 days ago

Corner wall cabinet

Marlene from Totara Park

As per photo. Slight borer. Buyer pick-up only.

Price: $45

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1363 days ago

Sofa

Marlene from Totara Park

Chocolate two-seater - suede-type fabric. Buyer pick-up only.

Price: $100

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1363 days ago

Devonshire Tea on Monday the 8th of March

Tracy Harker from Upper Hutt Women's Centre Inc

Just a reminder that the womens centre is hosting a Devonshire tea at the Cossie Club this coming Monday. Come along anytime between 9.30 and 11.30am to enjoy freshly baked scones served with jam and cream , tea and coffee. Tickets are $7.50 each. We have raffles and lucky ticket prizes too !

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1377 days ago

Devonshire Tea on Monday the 8th of March

Tracy Harker from Upper Hutt Women's Centre Inc

The Upper Hutt Women's Centre is organising a Devonshire Tea to celebrate International Women's Day on Monday the 8th of March. Come along to the Cossie Club anytime between 9.30 and 11.30am to enjoy some absolutely delicious freshly baked scones, jam and whipped cream served with tea … View moreThe Upper Hutt Women's Centre is organising a Devonshire Tea to celebrate International Women's Day on Monday the 8th of March. Come along to the Cossie Club anytime between 9.30 and 11.30am to enjoy some absolutely delicious freshly baked scones, jam and whipped cream served with tea and coffee. Absolutely everyone is welcome (men, women and children). Tickets are $7.50 each - just email the centre or pop us a message on Facebook if you would like to come along. We will have lucky ticket draws and raffles too.

1364 days ago

Wellington fire ban

Reporter Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, remember there is a fire ban on.
It includes Kapiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says this means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and follow the conditions listed on their permit.
"The ground is getting drier and fire danger has increased,” he says.
“The dry vegetation acts as fuel for a wildfire, meaning if a wildfire did start it could spread very quickly. We’ve seen this with a few vegetation fires in the area recently, including one in Makara last month where firefighters and helicopters worked hard over two days to put it out.”

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1369 days ago

Who needs a plant doctor?

Reporter Homed

UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us … View more
UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us your houseplant questions and problems to homed@stuff.co.nz, or leave them in the comments, for the houseplant doctor to diagnose. Pictures are encouraged.

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1366 days ago

Cane work restoration

Francie from Elderslea

hi, I'm hoping someone knows where I can get a couple of hanging seats redone with cane weaving. I've tried furniture restorers but they don't do this or know of anyone who can do it. Getting desperate as they are getting to the point where we won't be able to use them 😕 … View morehi, I'm hoping someone knows where I can get a couple of hanging seats redone with cane weaving. I've tried furniture restorers but they don't do this or know of anyone who can do it. Getting desperate as they are getting to the point where we won't be able to use them 😕 Help please Francie 0277335207

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