Silverstream, Upper Hutt

Please keep your dogs secured.

Cameron from Trentham

Really getting sick of retrieving other peoples dogs who have not been secured at home or someone left the gate open, this year alone iv'e returned 7 dogs to their owners, all have the owners have similar excuses. I'm a dog owner of 2 dogs, never had them escape the property. Please make … View moreReally getting sick of retrieving other peoples dogs who have not been secured at home or someone left the gate open, this year alone iv'e returned 7 dogs to their owners, all have the owners have similar excuses. I'm a dog owner of 2 dogs, never had them escape the property. Please make sure you secure your gates etc save your family the headache/heartache of trying to find your lost pet.

Unwanted items can help a great cause!

Frances from Silverstream

Spring is here and it is just the right time to declutter, so if you have stuff that you no longer need then do we have a solution for you! We are after good quality second hand goods to sell at our garage sale for the Upper Hutt Animal Rescue Society on November the 17th.
If you have any items … View moreSpring is here and it is just the right time to declutter, so if you have stuff that you no longer need then do we have a solution for you! We are after good quality second hand goods to sell at our garage sale for the Upper Hutt Animal Rescue Society on November the 17th.
If you have any items you would like to donate, we are open 10am to 2pm during the week, and 10am to 3pm on the weekend at 4 King Charles Drive, Kingsley Heights, Upper Hutt.

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend?

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Get ready for a fun-filled day for the entire family tomorrow at the Emergency Services Expo here in Wellington!

Watch fire demonstrations, tugboat water cannon displays, harbour rescue drills, get up close to vehicles and equipment, and talk to the New Zealand Police dog section about their work.… View moreGet ready for a fun-filled day for the entire family tomorrow at the Emergency Services Expo here in Wellington!

Watch fire demonstrations, tugboat water cannon displays, harbour rescue drills, get up close to vehicles and equipment, and talk to the New Zealand Police dog section about their work.

This free event runs from 11.00am – 2.00pm with events / demonstrations to be held at Te Papa (Level 2, forecourt, Amphitheatre) and the waterfront.

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Poll: The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

The battle to prove ownership of the pavlova was hard-fought. The new pavlova is:

• Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
• Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
• Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing

Vote View Results

• 12.9% Sunfed chicken-free chicken, the pea-based protein that’s healthier for NZers
  12.9% Complete
• 75% Whittaker's L&P Chocolate, two of New Zealand’s most iconic brands join forces
  75% Complete
• 12.1% Deer milk cheese, is a world-first that has top chefs buzzing
  12.1% Complete

659 votes

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Bus replacementing trains, next Wednesday 10 October, 11am - 3pm

Community Engagement Advisor from

Buses will be replacing all midday trains services (apart from the Wairarapa line) next Wednesday 10 October, 11am - 3pm so staff can attend a union ratification meeting.

The ticket offices at Paraparaumu, Porirua, Petone and Upper Hutt will be closed during this time, however you can still … View moreBuses will be replacing all midday trains services (apart from the Wairarapa line) next Wednesday 10 October, 11am - 3pm so staff can attend a union ratification meeting.

The ticket offices at Paraparaumu, Porirua, Petone and Upper Hutt will be closed during this time, however you can still purchase a ticket on board with cash.

Learn more about services affected and where to catch the bus replacements on our website.