Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

309 days ago

Doug finds family at Ryman

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.… View more
Not all Ryman residents can claim viral internet sensation status – but Patrick Hogan Retirement Village’s Doug Lineham sure can!

It was during the live televised name reveal for Ryman Healthcare’s new Cambridge village on TVNZ’s Breakfast that presenter Matty McClean happened upon Doug.

The resulting hilarious sequence of dry, but complimentary-to-Ryman, one-liners left the audience calling for Doug to have his own show. One fan even touted him as the next PM!

What viewers didn’t know, however, was that behind the droll exterior, Doug was dealing with the loss of his beloved wife Jan.

Click to read Doug's story.

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310 days ago

Announcing our Santa Paws winners

Southern Cross from Neighbourly Nz

A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their … View more
A huge thank you to all those who entered our Santa Paws competition - what a joy to see so many festive pets!

And now the competition results you've all been waiting for... We now have our ten winners who will receive a $100 Prezzy® Card:- you can click on their names to see their entries.

Tracey Rose
Julie Chamberlain
Selina Chan
Alexi White
Robert Brumm
Maria Wood
Kerena Davidson
Julie Gregory
Mark Williams
Glen Adams

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312 days ago

PIES TAKE THE CAKE

Michael from Trentham

Best pies in the Wellington Region are made and sold at Corner Bakery in Main Streer, Upper Hutt.

The pies are beautifully crafted by the dedicated owners of this cafe and food takeaway. They are great value too at $6.50 each.

The upmarket deli close by stocks the second best pies sold in … View more
Best pies in the Wellington Region are made and sold at Corner Bakery in Main Streer, Upper Hutt.

The pies are beautifully crafted by the dedicated owners of this cafe and food takeaway. They are great value too at $6.50 each.

The upmarket deli close by stocks the second best pies sold in Upper Hutt. They are the" family" size variety.

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313 days ago

Missing Cat

Peter from Brown Owl

Hi everyone, our cat “Mac” has been missing since Friday.

It’s very unusual for him to go missing as he’s mostly an indoors cat.

We’re thinking he’s probably got himself locked in someone’s shed so if you could have a look around your property, that would be immensely … View more
Hi everyone, our cat “Mac” has been missing since Friday.

It’s very unusual for him to go missing as he’s mostly an indoors cat.

We’re thinking he’s probably got himself locked in someone’s shed so if you could have a look around your property, that would be immensely appreciated.

All the details are in the attachment, but just to be safe, he’s a domestic short hair, mostly white with grey patches.

He responds to “Mac” but is quite wary of new people so may just bolt if he sees you.

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312 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting… View moreDear neighbours, have you got New Zealand’s most amazing shed? If the answer is yes, we want to know! Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for the country’s best shed. Send in your photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2024 winners will be announced in the April 2024 issue of NZ Gardener, and the winner receives more than $2500 worth of prizes.

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312 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.

Make this … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland worth over $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owners.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it! Don’t forget, tickets also make great gifts.

Celebrate the Heart Foundation’s 30th Birthday Lottery and get your tickets today.
Buy tickets now

318 days ago

Angus the supermarket superstar

Reporter The Post

Have you met Angus? We would love to hear your story.

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315 days ago

Upper Hutt Bridge Club Lessons For 2024

Charles from Trentham

Hi All
For anyone who enjoys playing card games below is information about upcoming lessons for the game of Bridge. Commencing in February.

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316 days ago

Assorted RCA Leads

Jay from Riverstone Terraces

RCA PLUGS PLUS MORE
New and used over 30 units

Price: $20

323 days ago

LOST ITS TRADITION

Michael from Trentham

For years The Traditional Thai Restaurant in Main Street Upper Hutt was rated as one of the best of its kind anywhere, and of super value.

But post-Covid, this restaurant has lost its mojo and is just a shell of the reputation it had quickly and carefully built up.

Staffing shortages - … View more
For years The Traditional Thai Restaurant in Main Street Upper Hutt was rated as one of the best of its kind anywhere, and of super value.

But post-Covid, this restaurant has lost its mojo and is just a shell of the reputation it had quickly and carefully built up.

Staffing shortages - deliberate or not - and the advent and the virtual taking-over of its takeaway arm have bitten into the establishment to the point that it will soon self-discover an undercurrent of customer resistance.

Waiting times for meals for sit-in customers who have ordered can be well over an hour, orders made by telephone can be lost in space, the meal preps are not as good as they once were and quality has taken a backward step. Efficiency has gone out the door and the meals have been down-sized.

One can only hope for an eventual revival for a return to its former glory. The competition is huge even in Upper Hutt.

330 days ago

CAFES CAN DO BETTER

Michael from Trentham

Some Cafes in Upper Hutt can do better with not much effort. However they may also be experiencing the effects of a downturn in patronage or spending at such places as cafes, bars and restaurants which is likely to continue for most of 2024.

Of four recent cafes in Upper Hutt to open their … View more
Some Cafes in Upper Hutt can do better with not much effort. However they may also be experiencing the effects of a downturn in patronage or spending at such places as cafes, bars and restaurants which is likely to continue for most of 2024.

Of four recent cafes in Upper Hutt to open their doors, three have ongoing issues at this stage.

One has been operating for 6-7 weeks and despite the mostly good weather has yet to introduce outside tables and chairs to its patio which has a garden outlook. If it's not getting sufficient customers, maybe part of the answer is pretty clear to see why not.

Have visited another twice within the time frame published and on one occasion told that the cafe had closed early through lack of customers and the second time that the coffee equipment had been turned off through lack of customers.

Went to another cafe for a first visit and the coffee was luke warm.

More promising at a fourth, who told me they were going to extend their opening hours.

316 days ago

The Chiro

The Chiro from The Chiro - Upper Hutt

And just like that, we roll on into 2024! Happy New Year!🎊🎇
This year marks an outstanding opportunity to start making your wellness your top priority!
✅ All three of our practices are open, and we are here to support you all throughout 2024 and beyond 🚀
We look forward to seeing you… View more
And just like that, we roll on into 2024! Happy New Year!🎊🎇
This year marks an outstanding opportunity to start making your wellness your top priority!
✅ All three of our practices are open, and we are here to support you all throughout 2024 and beyond 🚀
We look forward to seeing you at your next adjustment visit!

#wellnessjourney #betterwithchiropractic #spinalfunction #optimalhealth #nervoussystem #wevegotyourback #thechironz

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316 days ago

Porirua scrub fire

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fire crews continue to fight a scrub fire in the Porirua seaside area of Titahi Bay this morning (Friday) which began late on Thursday night and northerly winds pushed a veil of smoke from the blaze over Wellington’s northern suburbs. Smoke was also reported in the Hutt Valley and the Wellington … View moreFire crews continue to fight a scrub fire in the Porirua seaside area of Titahi Bay this morning (Friday) which began late on Thursday night and northerly winds pushed a veil of smoke from the blaze over Wellington’s northern suburbs. Smoke was also reported in the Hutt Valley and the Wellington coastal suburb of Miramar.

What you need to know:
- Fenz was alerted to the blaze at 11.04pm on Thursday, and the first crews arrived by about 11.10pm.
- About 7.15am Friday, Fire and Emergency NZ said eight crews were still working to bring the vegetation fire under control. Helicopters with monsoon buckets would also be working on Friday morning.
- The fire was burning over about 10ha in Whitireia Park, and people were asked to stay away from the area. No homes were at risk, Fenz said.
- Residents in Wellington’s northern suburbs woke to the sight of a red glow in the sky and the smell of smoke in the air.
- Commuters travelling into Wellington city from the north were also driving through heavy smoke over the motorway in the central Porirua area.
- Fenz said smoke was affecting a large part of Porirua, and the National Public Health Service had advised that people in an area where there was smoke should go inside, close the windows and doors and turn off air conditioning units. Anyone who had been exposed to the smoke and was feeling unwell should contact Healthline (0800 611 116) or ring their doctor for advice.

Beware of inhaling smoke:
People should avoid exposure to smoke if possible.
Smoke may irritate the eyes, nose, throat, and airways. Symptoms could include watery or sore eyes, dry or sore throat, sore nose, cough, tightness of the chest or difficulty breathing. In healthy people, most symptoms disappeared soon after exposure to smoke ended and did not cause long-term health problems. Smokers, the elderly, children, and those with heart disease, asthma or other lung disease were at the greatest risk of harm from smoke inhalation.

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317 days ago

Water Restriction Level 2

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

From 12:01am, Wednesday 17th January, Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt will move to level 2 water restrictions. All unattended watering systems will be banned, this includes household sprinklers and irrigation systems.

You will be able to water your garden by hand anytime, on any… View more
From 12:01am, Wednesday 17th January, Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt will move to level 2 water restrictions. All unattended watering systems will be banned, this includes household sprinklers and irrigation systems.

You will be able to water your garden by hand anytime, on any day, so long as you don’t leave your garden hose or watering device unattended.

This helps to limit water waste and helps reduce the risk of tighter water restrictions and further shortages.

Rain is forecast, but the amount expected is not enough to help the situation.

For more information on the risk this summer and tips on water conservation, head to wellingtonwater.co.nz/our-wai-can-run-dry

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317 days ago

Best Summer Activities to Enjoy in Aotearoa

The Team from NZ Compare

Dive into the quintessential Kiwi summer with sparkling beaches, iconic Pohutukawa trees, and the aroma of a classic sausage sizzle!

Explore Aotearoa's hidden gems and popular spots that captivate both locals and tourists during the scorching summer season.

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