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Not a fan of needles? No problem—you can still support blood donation!
Help New Zealand Blood Service & New Zealand Red Cross donors relax, provide refreshments, and be part of a life-saving team! "Make a cuppa, hold a hand and be a friendly face for blood donors."
You can … View moreNot a fan of needles? No problem—you can still support blood donation!
Help New Zealand Blood Service & New Zealand Red Cross donors relax, provide refreshments, and be part of a life-saving team! "Make a cuppa, hold a hand and be a friendly face for blood donors."
You can register your interest by searching the role ID number (#8942) on our website by clicking the link below!
Council is calling on the community to share their thoughts on the city's Annual Plan 2025/26 and other key issues, including the Government-mandated Local Water Done Well reform programme, which will impact the management of water services and infrastructure in our region.
Other concurrent… View moreCouncil is calling on the community to share their thoughts on the city's Annual Plan 2025/26 and other key issues, including the Government-mandated Local Water Done Well reform programme, which will impact the management of water services and infrastructure in our region.
Other concurrent consultation topics cover Fees and Charges, an Alcohol Fees Bylaw, Revenue and Financing Policy changes and the Gambling Venues Policy review.
We’ve organised a number of events to meet up and talk with you about our proposed plans.
Feel free to come and chat with us, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Find all the events here 👇
letskorero.upperhutt.govt.nz...
Come and sing with us today at 1pm - we would love to see you!
No singing experience needed - ally need is a willingness to give it ago. Fun session :)
It’s almost time to celebrate the incredible volunteers who make a real difference in our community! The Mahi Aroha Awards recognise the dedication, passion and impact of those who give their time to help others.
Nominations open on March 31 – get ready to put the spotlight on the amazing … View moreIt’s almost time to celebrate the incredible volunteers who make a real difference in our community! The Mahi Aroha Awards recognise the dedication, passion and impact of those who give their time to help others.
Nominations open on March 31 – get ready to put the spotlight on the amazing individuals and teams shaping our communities through volunteering.
Stay tuned for more details, and start thinking about who you’d love to see recognized!
Cancer Society Greater Wellington is looking for volunteers for their upcoming event. Volunteering at Relay for Life isn't just about about helping out at the event, it’s coming together to help support our communities that are affected by cancer.
You can register your interest by … View moreCancer Society Greater Wellington is looking for volunteers for their upcoming event. Volunteering at Relay for Life isn't just about about helping out at the event, it’s coming together to help support our communities that are affected by cancer.
You can register your interest by searching the role ID numbers (#8937 and #8938) on our website or by following the link below.
Brighten our day, and show us a glimpse into your world, neighbours.
We'd love to see some of the photos you've taken lately or any craft/DIY projects you're working on.
Simply add a photo below 📷🌅 🌻
Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the May issue.
Don't miss out—Kids go FREE to the Hurricanes vs Waratahs game at Sky Stadium on March 28th!
Kick-off is at 7:05 PM, so grab your tickets now and bring the whole family* for an unforgettable night of action!
"*Up to 3 kids per family."
PaknSave, Upper Hutt is my go to supermarket but always some of their fruit and vegetables are second or third level quality.
Tasteless summer fruit, over ripe bananas, over soft fruit, vegetables that are on their last leg, lemons that squeeze no juice - the list goes on.
Mostly nothing seems… View morePaknSave, Upper Hutt is my go to supermarket but always some of their fruit and vegetables are second or third level quality.
Tasteless summer fruit, over ripe bananas, over soft fruit, vegetables that are on their last leg, lemons that squeeze no juice - the list goes on.
Mostly nothing seems consistently good or not so good.
The store had weeks and weeks of packaged potatoes that were just awful. I would take them back and have them replaced. But in recent times this situation has been resolved at least for the moment with better quality.
There are occasions when one feels certain produce should not be displayed for sale or given away free (which will never happen).
Interestingly PaknSave's sister supermarket New World a few kilometres away in Silverstream has so much superior quality produce admittedly usually at a more expensive price.
Obviously the purchase management of each store has control of the quality they buy to resell though I would expect that some produce is take it or nothing else is available.
Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are … View morePolice are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.
Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are present.
Children move around quickly, and often won’t be seen as you are reversing down your driveway.
Always check your driveway before driving in or out, and make sure you know the whereabouts of any children.
Please use your reversing camera if your vehicle has one installed.
Alternatively, ensure all children not in the vehicle with you are accounted for.
If another adult is at the property, make them responsible for ensuring children are well clear of any moving vehicles.
If there are no other adults present, have a ‘safe spot’ for children to stand and wait for the vehicle to stop moving.
This should be somewhere in view of the driver.
Check your blind spots often, and if you can no longer see a child, stop your vehicle and move them somewhere safe before you continue driving.
If your driveway is close to the children’s play area, consider a fence or gates to separate the play area from the driveway.
You should also take the time to speak to your children about the dangers of moving vehicles and remind them that just because they can see the driver, doesn’t mean the driver can always see them.
Taking those extra few seconds to make sure our tamariki are in a safe space when you drive in and out of your driveway can help prevent so much heartache and trauma.
Remember they don’t understand the potential consequences.
This sturdy A-frame finished in Resene Kwila Timber Stain is the perfect support for climbing crops. It’s easy to move around for crop rotation and is a great way to make the most of your gardening space. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
It is always fun at playgroup.
The theme this week is 'Games and Puzzles' for all ages from 0-4 yrs old - even the morning tea is a puzzle!
This week we are having a bit of fun with a friendly competition...
Post on Neighbourly before next Friday and be in to win a $200 Prezzy® card - as simple as that!
You could post a question, a reminder, ask for advice, post an item for sale, share crime & safety information or a … View moreThis week we are having a bit of fun with a friendly competition...
Post on Neighbourly before next Friday and be in to win a $200 Prezzy® card - as simple as that!
You could post a question, a reminder, ask for advice, post an item for sale, share crime & safety information or a recommendation for a great business. Whatever you like!
We'll email the winner on Friday to let them know they have won. Good luck, Neighbours.
Get decorating and bring out the best in your home. Get 20% off Resene premium paints, stains, wallpapers and accessories, on now at Resene ColorShops!
Come in and visit your local Resene ColorShop for expert advice and great savings! Or shop online.
There's been some products recalled in the past month and we want to make sure you're not using these. Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalled:
Century hot & spicy tuna
Supremely Gourmet chocolate
… View moreThere's been some products recalled in the past month and we want to make sure you're not using these. Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.
Food recalled:
Century hot & spicy tuna
Supremely Gourmet chocolate
Make it Raw brand Spiced Apple and Buckwheat Grawnola
Pams brand Tempura Coated Chicken Nuggets
Products recalled:
Anko glass flip pickle jar sold at Kmart
LABKA extension cord sold at Panda Mart
Panda Mart table lamps - various types
Young Original baby sleep suit sold at Warehouse
Beacon Marine 12v adaptor
Petzi Newton European harness
Husqvarna & GasGas Motorcycles with Braktec brake system
Line7 velcro inflatable life jacket
Yamaha G29 & UMX golf car
Igloo rolling cooler/chilly bin
Peach Primer sold at Panda Mart
Chistmas beaded bauble sold at Farmers
Spirit of Equinox Herbal Magick Infused Spell Candles
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