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If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
Explore the regional parks and forests on your doorstep with our Greater Wellington Great Outdoors programme. We offer more than 50 events set in some of the region's most spectacular landscapes.
This year's programme has something for everyone! From young families through to people … View moreExplore the regional parks and forests on your doorstep with our Greater Wellington Great Outdoors programme. We offer more than 50 events set in some of the region's most spectacular landscapes.
This year's programme has something for everyone! From young families through to people keen to explore a bit further afield, all in safe and enjoyable environments.
We've turned the heat up a notch though, with special new events such as the Battle Hill Farm Day and early morning star gazing at Whitireia Park. Many of our popular menu items are back such as Paws in the Park Summer Series, Kev the Kiwi and guided walks.
Nearly all events are within one hour's drive of Wellington city and hosted by local experts. Most events are free. You must book ahead for events with maximum numbers.
Share, invite your friends and family, and we'll see you there!
To see the full programme, event and booking details visit www.gw.govt.nz... and like our Facebook page for regular updates and ideas for activities over summer!
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Untangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and … View moreUntangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
Hi I would just like to say a big thank you to all those that supported our Photo Fundraiser for the Upper Hutt College trip to Europe - we had a great time and we are especially thankful to Jit Patel for being an amazing photographer and for giving his time to help us. We are hoping to do another… View moreHi I would just like to say a big thank you to all those that supported our Photo Fundraiser for the Upper Hutt College trip to Europe - we had a great time and we are especially thankful to Jit Patel for being an amazing photographer and for giving his time to help us. We are hoping to do another one in the New Year for those that missed out. In the meantime if you want a great photographer contact Jit Patel through Neighbourly!
All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately … View moreAll of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible.
The earthquake is your first warning, tsunami waves can arrive within minutes. Do not wait for official advice or warning systems.
Contact your local civil defence group for tsunami zone maps and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Talk to your neighbours about where you will go, and who might need your help.
We had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your … View moreWe had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your little Kiwis active by enrolling them in McDonald's Junior Football. You might just have the next All White or Football Fern kicking around your backyard.
H2O Xtream is celebrating its 20th birthday with a month of events for all ages.
The Upper Hutt pool's birthday is on December 12 and the council is celebrating the milestone with a range of events to cater for all pool users.
The celebrations started on December 3 with a TeenWave for … View moreH2O Xtream is celebrating its 20th birthday with a month of events for all ages.
The Upper Hutt pool's birthday is on December 12 and the council is celebrating the milestone with a range of events to cater for all pool users.
The celebrations started on December 3 with a TeenWave for kids aged eight to 13.
On December 8 t Xtream Toddler Time will be held from 9am to 11am. This event is for under 5 year-olds and will include guest appearances from Santa and his Elf, Kev the Kiwi, a mermaid, and a giant duck.
"On December 12, along with Mayor Wayne Guppy, we will be celebrating, and honouring our longstanding customers who have been with us from the very beginning," council recreation services manager Rachel Jury. said.
A special Wavebreaker's Pool Party for the centre's learn-to-swim customers will be held on December 17 from 11am – 1pm.
The festivities will culminate in the 20th Birthday Pool Party on December 18, from 11am – 3pm. This event is open to all ages at 1996 prices—$2 per person and free slides.
"We've also managed to source our original uniform from when we first opened as the Upper Hutt Leisure Centre," Jury said.
"Staff will be modelling these purple gems from December 10."
New pool toys will be arriving throughout the month, including an brand new Aqua Run inflatable.
The original Aqua Run was the facility's first inflatable, having made the move from Upper Hutt's previous outdoor Maidstone Pool complex.
How would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will … View moreHow would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will change your home's value. Find out now using the House Value Calculator.
Nice and able to pay their way. Two rooms available, may be suitable to a solo parent with child or children, or two separate people. Easy going, just me & daughter who is barely here. Nice deck, large lounge, brand new kitchen/dining. Fully fenced. Must love dogs
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I am Running the Camp Cooking Base at this years Scout Jamboree and I am needing 3000 empty 220g Watties Baked Beans/Spaghetti Tins (the small tin) so each scout can learn how to make steamed puddings.
I have been in touch with Watties and unfortunately they cannot help me, hence I am asking… View moreHi
I am Running the Camp Cooking Base at this years Scout Jamboree and I am needing 3000 empty 220g Watties Baked Beans/Spaghetti Tins (the small tin) so each scout can learn how to make steamed puddings.
I have been in touch with Watties and unfortunately they cannot help me, hence I am asking you.
So if you can help, even if you only have 1-2 tins please get in touch with me so I can sort out collecting them.
Thanks
Heather
All of New Zealand is at risk of earthquakes, and lots of us travel to parts of the country where earthquakes are more common. Knowing the right action to take – Drop, Cover, Hold – and practising with your family, can save lives and prevent injury.
Everyone should know this - please share … View moreAll of New Zealand is at risk of earthquakes, and lots of us travel to parts of the country where earthquakes are more common. Knowing the right action to take – Drop, Cover, Hold – and practising with your family, can save lives and prevent injury.
Everyone should know this - please share with your friends and family.
We love a bit of festive fun at Neighbourly which is why we're giving away Christmas gifts to our members - every day for 12 days! We have heaps of awesome prizes including The Warehouse gift cards, toy packs, gardening vouchers - and CASH! Want to see if you or one of your neighbours is a … View moreWe love a bit of festive fun at Neighbourly which is why we're giving away Christmas gifts to our members - every day for 12 days! We have heaps of awesome prizes including The Warehouse gift cards, toy packs, gardening vouchers - and CASH! Want to see if you or one of your neighbours is a winner? Just check the blog to see if there's a familiar name on Santa's list.
A special congratulations to yesterday's winner - Beni Alo from Wellington! He scored an AirNZ Mystery Break for two! Check out today's winners now. #hohoho
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