Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

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1495 days ago

Pet of the Day

Reporter Community News

The Pet of the Day this week is a British shorthair, Zsa Zsa.
Owner Dawn Kelly says Zsa Zsa has not been well and she would love her to have her 15 minutes of fame.

The Pet of the Day will no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday.
If … View more
The Pet of the Day this week is a British shorthair, Zsa Zsa.
Owner Dawn Kelly says Zsa Zsa has not been well and she would love her to have her 15 minutes of fame.

The Pet of the Day will no longer be appearing in the Dominion Post and instead you will find it on Neighbourly every Saturday.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz

1496 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we feature Thomas the tūī and a lovely picture and words from by Simon Woolf.

"This is our spring friend, Thomas the tūī , enjoying nectar from a kowhai tree my sister gave us as a present over 20 years ago! The kowhai is such a feature in our garden, having been replanted as … View more
This week we feature Thomas the tūī and a lovely picture and words from by Simon Woolf.

"This is our spring friend, Thomas the tūī , enjoying nectar from a kowhai tree my sister gave us as a present over 20 years ago! The kowhai is such a feature in our garden, having been replanted as a small tree, which hadn't as yet flowered, from our first home in Standen St. Thanks heaps Deb."

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1493 days ago

Upper Hutt College in the mid to late 1960's

Sandra from Timberlea

Sad to read this to bring back memories.
www.stuff.co.nz...
The end of year productions specifically stand out for me.
May he rest in peace.

1498 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Who recognises this famous photo from the Stuff archives?
Hint: It has come to represent a pivotal moment in New Zealand history.

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1494 days ago

Lions Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (31st) 8-11am.

Indoor and outdoor plants, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff etc. Come see our new stallholders and there offerings.
Tables may be available $10 for one off

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1494 days ago

Lion's Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

The next market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt is on Saturday (31st) 8-11am.
Indoor and outdoor plants, lemons, quality clothing, books, toys and household stuff etc. Come see our new stallholders and there offerings. Tables may be available $10 for one-off

Negotiable

1496 days ago

Labour Day Hours

Kathryn from Recycling For Charity

Hi Everyone

Recycling For Charity will be open on Labour Day, Monday 26 October between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm.

We have a wide range of recycled & refurbished electronic items for sale including Desktop PC's, Laptops, Monitors, accessories (Mouse & Keyboards), Mobile phones, … View more
Hi Everyone

Recycling For Charity will be open on Labour Day, Monday 26 October between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm.

We have a wide range of recycled & refurbished electronic items for sale including Desktop PC's, Laptops, Monitors, accessories (Mouse & Keyboards), Mobile phones, etc.

Come down and find your IT requirements in store or on Trademe if you can not make it into the store.

Need to recycle E-waste?

Check out our website for the list of items we recycle.

Have a great & safe weekend!!

From the RFC Team.

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1494 days ago

National Gardening Week & Fundraising for Parkinson's NZ

Judith from Wellington Naturist Club

Join us on Sunday 25 October for some fun and relaxation. Starting with Petanque and Kubb @10:30am, then at 2pm leave your devices behind and join us for some Bush Bathing. Tune into the smells, textures, tastes and sights of the bush. Stay on for the Tulip Cream Tea fundraiser for … View moreJoin us on Sunday 25 October for some fun and relaxation. Starting with Petanque and Kubb @10:30am, then at 2pm leave your devices behind and join us for some Bush Bathing. Tune into the smells, textures, tastes and sights of the bush. Stay on for the Tulip Cream Tea fundraiser for Parkinson's NZ @ 3pm, $5 donation. Aprons for sale. 20 Molloys Road, Te Marua, Upper Hutt.

1494 days ago

Hurry... Last time offer for 2020!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is your final chance to grab our FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing!

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Business Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you … View more
This is your final chance to grab our FREE 3-month Premium Business Listing!

Usually $150, your 3-month Premium Business Listing enables you to reach thousands of people who live around your business! Find friendly locals who want your services, introduce your team and share what makes you stand out from the rest.

There's no catches and no hidden fees. It's just our small way of saying thank you for playing such an essential part in our communities.

Grab your FREE 3 Month Premium Business Listing now!

*offer ends 31 October
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1494 days ago

Free - late 1970s or early 1980s light fittings (x2)

Phillipa from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

I have just had these two light fittings removed (by an electrician). They are not my cup of tea, but are in amazing condition considering their era. They were both still fully functional yesterday before their removal. Free to a good home - or any home really, as long as it's not mine! As you… View moreI have just had these two light fittings removed (by an electrician). They are not my cup of tea, but are in amazing condition considering their era. They were both still fully functional yesterday before their removal. Free to a good home - or any home really, as long as it's not mine! As you can see from the pink carpet, I have enough of that era in my life. 021655824

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1494 days ago

2seater and 3 seater couch $150

Rick from Elderslea

Have had this couch for about 10 years it is in pritty good condition for its age, slightly faided by the sun, is very comfortable reason for selling we have brought a new one. Pick up Elderslea.

Negotiable

1496 days ago

LOADED UP AND READY TO GO, BOOK YOUR GARDEN CLEAN UP TODAY

Patrick from Express Lawn Mowing Upper Hutt

Just finished another garden clean up job in Pinehaven, so now off to Compost New Zealand.

The lawns are definitely growing fast, but DON'T FORGET about the rest of your garden as this needs some TLC at this time of year also.

We do LAWN MOWING, GARDENING, LANDSCAPING, TRIMMING OF TREES, … View more
Just finished another garden clean up job in Pinehaven, so now off to Compost New Zealand.

The lawns are definitely growing fast, but DON'T FORGET about the rest of your garden as this needs some TLC at this time of year also.

We do LAWN MOWING, GARDENING, LANDSCAPING, TRIMMING OF TREES, HEDGE TRIMMING, PRUNING, WATER BLASTING, and anything else you may need help with. Get in quick as my diary is filling fast.

To give your garden some love, call us on 0800 52 5000 for your FREE quote or fill in our short booking form right now at www.expresslawnmowing.co.nz.... We look forward to hearing from you.

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1496 days ago

Happy Fri-YAY Neighbourhood Supporters! 🥳

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We know it's our first long weekend since June and many of us are itching to hit the roads, but there's no need to rush. Make sure to slow down, buckle up and have a plan so that you can arrive safely to wherever you're going. 💖

If you're getting behind the wheel:

🌧 … View more
We know it's our first long weekend since June and many of us are itching to hit the roads, but there's no need to rush. Make sure to slow down, buckle up and have a plan so that you can arrive safely to wherever you're going. 💖

If you're getting behind the wheel:

🌧 Drive to conditions

↔️ Keep a safe following distance

😇 Be patient with other drivers

☕️ Take regular breaks to stay alert

⌚️ Allow plenty of time

👉 Use that indicator!


For the latest traffic updates:

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1496 days ago

Looking for planting tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say growing organic tomatoes is easier than you think. We list more crops to plant on Labour Weekend and give tips for bigger and better tulips next year. Learn the right way to harvest herbs and enlist predatory insects to eat up aphid pests.

Build a foldable climbing … View more
In this week’s issue we say growing organic tomatoes is easier than you think. We list more crops to plant on Labour Weekend and give tips for bigger and better tulips next year. Learn the right way to harvest herbs and enlist predatory insects to eat up aphid pests.

Build a foldable climbing frame for upwardly mobile crops plus go in the draw for vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and a vege grower’s hamper from Yates.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1496 days ago

Our special EVENTS newsletter

Corinne Morris from

Hello All,

Isn't it lovely having a bit of sun?!

There are so many fun events coming up, so we have put together a special EVENTS newsletter for you to keep up-to-date.

Enjoy and take care x

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