Silverstream, Upper Hutt

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

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.

2263 days ago

Gardens

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

It’s that crazy time of year again SPRING!
When everything in your garden looks like it’s having a bad hair day!

Looking at it you think where do we start! The answer is you don’t ! let me do it for you. Call me on 0272430951 and arrange a
Free quote to tidy your gardens up .

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It’s that crazy time of year again SPRING!
When everything in your garden looks like it’s having a bad hair day!

Looking at it you think where do we start! The answer is you don’t ! let me do it for you. Call me on 0272430951 and arrange a
Free quote to tidy your gardens up .

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Www.natureschoice.co.nz

2264 days ago

WIN TICKETS to Bad Girls the Musical

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Bad Girls: The Musical opens at the Gryphon Theatre in Wellington next week and the Upper Hutt Leader has a double pass to give away.

Set in a women's prison, Bad Girls is a powerful, uplifting and raucously entertaining musical, based on the award-winning and hugely popular British … View more
Bad Girls: The Musical opens at the Gryphon Theatre in Wellington next week and the Upper Hutt Leader has a double pass to give away.

Set in a women's prison, Bad Girls is a powerful, uplifting and raucously entertaining musical, based on the award-winning and hugely popular British television drama.

The musical introduces us to an bunch of women on the edge and up against the odds - prostitutes, addicts, shoplifters, murderers - each with a story to tell of lives left behind and dreams of a better future ahead, and an entrenched old guard of prison officers out to dash their every hope.

Full of big songs and characters, Bad Girls is an exhilarating mix of gritty reality, rebellious spirit, and irreverent humour that touches hearts and kicks up a riot.

To enter the draw for two tickets to the Thursday, September 13 performance - email editor@huttnews.co.nz with "Bad Girls: The Musical" in the subject line.

Entries close 5pm Thursday, September 6.

WARNING: R16 – contains coarse language, violence, nudity, drug use and adult themes.
Bookings at www.iticket.co.nz...

2264 days ago

Upper Hutt Spring Festival

Upper Hutt Leader Sales

THIS SATURDAY 8 SEPTEMBER
9am - 3pm
MAIN STREET UPPER HUTT

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2264 days ago

My Baby & Me Playgroup

Ron Vink from 4 A Better City

My Baby & Me a playgroup for caregivers and preschoolers. Morning tea and many fun activities for the children in a warm and friendly environment, this week more craft activities and fun with the little tots.
Thursday's 10-12 noon, gold coin donation, Rimutaka Baptist Church 2-6 … View more
My Baby & Me a playgroup for caregivers and preschoolers. Morning tea and many fun activities for the children in a warm and friendly environment, this week more craft activities and fun with the little tots.
Thursday's 10-12 noon, gold coin donation, Rimutaka Baptist Church 2-6 Akatarawa Road, Upper Hutt.
Contact Kerry 027 343 2011

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2264 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2264 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2264 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2265 days ago

Four Small Paws, Dog Socialization center.

Jeremy from Four Small Paws Ltd

Great news. Four Small Paws will be at the Upper Hutt spring festival this Saturday. Be sure and drop by and say hello.

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2265 days ago

Magical Solar Light Fairy Houses

Raewyn Richardson from

I do, I do, I do believe !
Just arrived !! Limited stock instore now !

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2265 days ago

QUIZ NIGHT!

Frances from Silverstream

Better hit the books now, for an evening of fun and prizes! Wednesday 19 September 2018 7:30pm at the Tote, 74 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt. All proceeds go to the Upper Hutt Animal Rescue Society.
Maximum of 5 to a team. Please contact Trisha on (021) 550 013 for tickets only $10.00

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2265 days ago

Getting your house exterior open home ready

Garry Tranter from Price My House for Free Limited

Appearances play a huge part in first impressions, especially when it comes to viewing open homes. When preparing your house for an open home, it’s easy to forget what first impressions your home gives off, and to many potential home buyers this can be a make or break. To help, we’ve compiled … View moreAppearances play a huge part in first impressions, especially when it comes to viewing open homes. When preparing your house for an open home, it’s easy to forget what first impressions your home gives off, and to many potential home buyers this can be a make or break. To help, we’ve compiled our 5 top tips that will ensure the exterior of your house is ‘open-home’ ready.

1. Decks

Take a look at the condition of your deck. Is it looking in good shape for a potential buyer? Decks can easily suffer from overgrown moss and lichen, which will cause the surface of the deck to become unappealing. An easy solution is to water blast it or get a hard bristled broom and brush it down. Either will be ideal for slippery fungus and growth and will quickly remove it from your deck. If you want to go a step further, you could also add a new coat of stain or paint to ensure that it can endure the different conditions that will be thrown its way.

2. Roof

Make sure your roof is clean and tidy with no debris, to make it look presentable for your open home. You could also do further work like ensuring your roof is clear from sprouting plants, or replacing loose roof claddings for some long term maintenance that will appeal to potential buyers.

3. Exterior walls

The exterior of your home endures many seasons and likely will have gradually have built up a collection of who knows what on it. It’s the first part of the house a potential buyer will see, so taking care of it is important. Book a professional house washer or do it yourself and get your house looking brand new. If you can reach the main spots, get a soft bristled broom to brush it off. Checking the foundations, soffits and the fascia for discolouration, flaking, cracking or rotting is important too as this protects the integrity of your home.

4. Windows

During the colder months it’s natural to have some mould and mildew built up behind curtains. Making sure your windows and window sills are clean and clear is key when having an open home. By combining a good glass detergent and a soft cloth will easily eliminate anything unsightly.

5. Gardens

By making sure your lawn is neat, mowed, with a well-kept, weeded and trimmed garden, potential buyers will see a different garden that you probably never saw. It makes a huge difference aesthetically and greatly improves your chances of selling.

Taking the time to clean the exterior of your home will not only improve first impressions, but add value to your home in the long term. By keeping on top of your household maintenance you’ll ensure you don’t have too much work to do, come time to sell your home.

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