Silverstream, Upper Hutt

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

975 days ago

The Antidote: Five happy things to read about

The Team Reporter from Stuff

A toy bunny lost and then left on top of a skip after the anti-mandate occupation at Parliament has been reunited with its owner, thanks to social media.

Richard Falkner, who works in central Wellington, found the soiled Peter Rabbit toy on top of a water tank used as a makeshift bin at Aitken St … View more
A toy bunny lost and then left on top of a skip after the anti-mandate occupation at Parliament has been reunited with its owner, thanks to social media.

Richard Falkner, who works in central Wellington, found the soiled Peter Rabbit toy on top of a water tank used as a makeshift bin at Aitken St last week, before taking it home and giving it a clean. Read more here.

We live in unusual times. It all gets a bit much some days. So each weekday we're bringing you a much-needed dose of positivity to remind you that there's inspiration, kindness and quirkiness out there too. Sign up here to get The Antidote delivered direct to your inbox.

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975 days ago

Silverstream School murals

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Pupils at Silverstream School have been busy creating two murals. Artist Joe McMenamin ran a workshop for pupils, who helped with one of the murals. The main mural (tūī) can be found at the entrance on Whitemans Road and the poppies mural that the kids helped create is near the flag pole. The … View morePupils at Silverstream School have been busy creating two murals. Artist Joe McMenamin ran a workshop for pupils, who helped with one of the murals. The main mural (tūī) can be found at the entrance on Whitemans Road and the poppies mural that the kids helped create is near the flag pole. The poppy mural will provide a backdrop forr future ANZAC ceremonies.

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975 days ago

Breast cancer survivor's ride to good health

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Breast cancer survivor Janet Petter is cycling the length of New Zealand to raise money for breast cancer research, and hopes to inspire others going through the illness not to give up.
The Hutt based nurse battled through “nine months of gruelling treatment” that it took her two years to … View more
Breast cancer survivor Janet Petter is cycling the length of New Zealand to raise money for breast cancer research, and hopes to inspire others going through the illness not to give up.
The Hutt based nurse battled through “nine months of gruelling treatment” that it took her two years to recover.
But she had a second wind following her diagnosis and double mastectomy, and hopes her story will encourage others.
To support Petter go to takeaction.org.nz/page/janets3000kmjourneybikingnz

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975 days ago

Annual Charity Partner 2022/23

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

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975 days ago

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Resene ColorShop

Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
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Get 20% off Resene premium products at Resene ColorShops and participating resellers:

- Paints
- Wood stains
- Primers
- Sealers
- Decorating accessories
- Wallpaper
- Cleaning products

Discounts off the normal retail price of Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpaper and cleaning products until 26 April 2022. Available only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers or shop online. For details see 20% off sale.
Shop online

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977 days ago

Do you know anyone who lives in or near Island Bay?

Predator Free Wellington

Kia ora neighbours,

We are looking for residents in Island Bay and Ōwhiro Bay to sign up their household to be part of our phase 2 eradication project.

Our team will be working in Island Bay, and Ōwhiro Bay over the next few weeks, encouraging households to sign up to be part of our … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

We are looking for residents in Island Bay and Ōwhiro Bay to sign up their household to be part of our phase 2 eradication project.

Our team will be working in Island Bay, and Ōwhiro Bay over the next few weeks, encouraging households to sign up to be part of our project, with installations and servicing to begin later once our Miramar Peninsula eradication is finished.

If you know anyone living in Island Bay or Ōwhiro Bay please encourage them to sign up to our project. It's Free and the devices will be Fully Serviced by our team.

Sign up now online - and please spread the word with your friends and neighbours!
Find out more

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979 days ago

Buying Or Selling!!!

Jainand from Heretaunga

Century 21 Realty Wellington
Jai Kumar
Ph 0226457298.
Free Market Appraisal
Great Selling Package!!!

978 days ago

Are the kids finally back at school? phew..

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Wellingtonians!

How is the windy capital going? nothing like a sunny day in oriental bay are we right?!

With the kids hopefully out of the house, now is the time to tackle some of those other jobs. Like your broadband or power bill, could you be saving money or just simply be on a better … View more
Hey Wellingtonians!

How is the windy capital going? nothing like a sunny day in oriental bay are we right?!

With the kids hopefully out of the house, now is the time to tackle some of those other jobs. Like your broadband or power bill, could you be saving money or just simply be on a better plan?

Compare what’s out there to find out! It’s easy as, our team will do all the work for you. We know you have enough on!

Give us a bell now on 0508 226 672. We keep things stress and obligation free!

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978 days ago

Stock Clearance Continues

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

Come and see our great stock clearance sale on Main Street. Grab a bargain!

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978 days ago

Hand Basins (1 x small, 1 x Medium, 1 x Large)

Christine and Alan from Stokes Valley

Hi there
Retired plumber wanting to sell Hand Basins
2 x used and 1 new.
Phone to view 0272405566

Negotiable

980 days ago

Pet of the Day: Angus

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Michelle Reed from Upper Hutt.
"This is Angus our Bull Mastiff from Upper Hutt – 2 ½ years old."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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981 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Rosa Marie checked out the Pāuatahanui Inlet recently. Don't you just love the spoonbill picture?
"It seemed like a kotare kind of afternoon at the Pāuatahanui Inlet today! Trying to get nice and close to my Kingfisher friends as they were hunting for crabs as the evening was drawing … View more
Rosa Marie checked out the Pāuatahanui Inlet recently. Don't you just love the spoonbill picture?
"It seemed like a kotare kind of afternoon at the Pāuatahanui Inlet today! Trying to get nice and close to my Kingfisher friends as they were hunting for crabs as the evening was drawing in. At one stage, there were as many as 3 sitting on a piece of driftwood!
A lone spoonbill was spotted having a feed in the distance before it took off"

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981 days ago

Aquarium needed for reptiles.

Sue from Heretaunga

Do you have a medium sized aquarium that is surplus to requirement please. I need one cheap or better still free to house a couple of baby reptile. Doesn’t matter if it leaks. Needed to use with a heat mat only. Many thanks.

980 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is described as "A very high end, one-of-a-kind home, think Mount Maunganui meets Queenstown". It has sea views, huge garage, entertainers kitchen with scullery, and four decent sized bedrooms. For sale through Mike and Audra Voyle of Voyle and Co. This … View moreOur House of the Week this week is described as "A very high end, one-of-a-kind home, think Mount Maunganui meets Queenstown". It has sea views, huge garage, entertainers kitchen with scullery, and four decent sized bedrooms. For sale through Mike and Audra Voyle of Voyle and Co. This gorgeous home, plus lots more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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980 days ago

Don’t miss iconic Rita Angus exhibition at Te Papa

Te Papa

Rita Angus is one of New Zealand’s best loved artists, and her iconic and instantly recognisable pictures are highly prized in public and private collections.

Over the course of her lifetime (1908  - 1970) Angus created an astonishing body of work and made a significant impact on Aotearoa’s… View more
Rita Angus is one of New Zealand’s best loved artists, and her iconic and instantly recognisable pictures are highly prized in public and private collections.

Over the course of her lifetime (1908  - 1970) Angus created an astonishing body of work and made a significant impact on Aotearoa’s art scene.

To celebrate her life and work, Rita Angus: New Zealand Modernist I He Ringatoi Hou o Aotearoa is a thought-provoking and inspiring collection of over 70 distinctive works that depict a new and modern New Zealand. Closes 25 April. Free entry.
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