Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2457 days ago

A classic Kiwi escape

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

There’s nothing like good ol’ Kiwi camping, and you don’t have to go far to have a fun, ‘intents’ experience. Greater Wellington Regional Parks are just on your doorstep, but you’ll feel like you’re in another world.

There are swimming holes, loads of bush walks and plenty of … View more
There’s nothing like good ol’ Kiwi camping, and you don’t have to go far to have a fun, ‘intents’ experience. Greater Wellington Regional Parks are just on your doorstep, but you’ll feel like you’re in another world.

There are swimming holes, loads of bush walks and plenty of space for you, your friends and family to kick back and enjoy your own camping antics and traditions. 

Come and pitch your tent with us. We’d love to see you.
Be inspired!

2458 days ago

Over 100 Children's Day events across NZ!

The Team from Children's Day

With just one week to go until Children's Day, how will you celebrate? There's so much happening all around Aotearoa, so put tamariki first this Sunday 4 March and check out what's happening near you: childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2458 days ago

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Neighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!

Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot)… View more
Neighbours - add a little colour to your life and help those in need at the same time. Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot*!

Every can of food you donate means you save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.60 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.

We'll donate every item you bring in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

So start gathering up those cans and bring them into your local Resene owned ColorShop.
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*60-80ml testpot.
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2460 days ago

Upper Hutt Library Changes - on going

Jan from Ebdentown

Upper Hutt Library Closure:
• My recent experience of the Upper Hutt City Council and the validity of the information that they disseminate is that they a have questionable relationship with the truth and a hard time being accountable to the people they serve.
• Can we see the report? … View more
Upper Hutt Library Closure:
• My recent experience of the Upper Hutt City Council and the validity of the information that they disseminate is that they a have questionable relationship with the truth and a hard time being accountable to the people they serve.
• Can we see the report? Perhaps someone could request a copy under the official information act?

• I expect a review of the changes to the Library layout and the removal of genre from fiction, to go ahead regardless of the outcomes to the Library building.

• The systems and process changes (so called philosophical trend) that was forced on Library members should be opened to public scrutiny and opinion.

I like many others wonder what this means for the other Civic buildings. Given their age I wonder how safe they are and whether or not they are able to be bought up to code? I also wonder if Council have been aware of the circumstances for years and for both political and fiscal reasons have been hoping it might be ok or all go away?

I am pleased to see how many Upper Hutt people love and value their Library! Not just to read a book but also to enjoy the experience of library.

On my part, I am glad the closure will mean an hiatus to the indiscriminate sale of book stocks.
Some reference and non-fiction volumes I have seen offered for sale, have been valuable definitive works of their kind. It looks to me like a book is only valuable if it is taken out X number of times in a given time frame and the value of its content is not counted – expensive near new books sold for a few dollars.
Indicative and symptomatic of nonqualified staff versus a degree holding Librarian who understands the value of books contents.

See you all at Lower Hutt Library!!!!!

2459 days ago

Does your loved one ride a motorcycle?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Riding a motorcycle or scooter inevitably carries more risk than driving a four-wheeled vehicle. And it turns out quite a lot of us have someone close to us who rides (in fact, 48% of Neighbourly members!)

If you worry about their safety, there is something you can do: encourage them to take … View more
Riding a motorcycle or scooter inevitably carries more risk than driving a four-wheeled vehicle. And it turns out quite a lot of us have someone close to us who rides (in fact, 48% of Neighbourly members!)

If you worry about their safety, there is something you can do: encourage them to take Ride Forever coaching, provided (and heavily subsidised) by ACC. It's delivered by experts and it works, as Simon Gotlieb's story shows. Neighbourly members can book a FREE Ride Forever course before 31 March using promo code NEIGH18 over here.
Find out more

2459 days ago

Get 10% Discount on HEALTHY Cookies!!

Justine's Cookies

Whether you have dietary restrictions or are you just super active, health-conscious or hungry, we have the perfect healthy cookie for you. You can try them now with our 10% discount exclusively for Neighbourly members!

Our cookies are Ultra Low Carb, High in Protein, Calcium and Fibre, Wheat, … View more
Whether you have dietary restrictions or are you just super active, health-conscious or hungry, we have the perfect healthy cookie for you. You can try them now with our 10% discount exclusively for Neighbourly members!

Our cookies are Ultra Low Carb, High in Protein, Calcium and Fibre, Wheat, Gluten, and Sugar-Free. They make a great on the go snack!

Use the online promo code for 10% Discount: “Neighbourly
Order now for 10% off!

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2460 days ago

Poll: Do you wear gloves and a mask if you're using potting mix?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Keen gardener Clint Green has a cautionary potting mix tale for gardeners everywhere, after surviving a horrific bout of legionnaires' disease.
Click here to read Clint's story.

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Do you wear gloves and a mask if you're using potting mix?
  • 12.7% Yes to both - the risks aren't worth it
    12.7% Complete
  • 11% Gloves? Yes. Mask? Sometimes.
    11% Complete
  • 34.9% I always wear gloves, but never a mask
    34.9% Complete
  • 41.4% No, I don't wear either
    41.4% Complete
1601 votes
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2460 days ago

Lion's Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

Next market will definitely be held this Saturday 8-11am, King Lion Hall, King Street. Lots of plants and other things, come along

2472 days ago

Looking for free pallets

Kelly from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

Just wondering if anyone knows where i can get some good condition free pallets from?
Thank you

Free

2461 days ago

Recycle Station

Upper Hutt: Wider Community Connectivity

Almost exactly one year since the trial depot began.
Am in the process of exploring where things are at with the review.
Hopefully we will hear some good news soon.

2461 days ago

Have you registered your event?

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Register your Neighbours Day event before March 9 and you'll go into the draw to win a $200 prezzy card to help with your event! Visit: neighboursdayaotearoa.org...

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