Silverstream, Upper Hutt

DIY right first time #resenetip

DIY right first time #resenetip

Need to brush up your DIY skills? Check out the free MasterStroke by Resene DIY Decorating Manual for everything you need to get started.

2856 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Recently there's been a lot of media and Neighbourly discussion around begging. How do you feel about people begging in your community? Do you reach into your pockets? Maybe you support organisations working with those who need a helping hand. Share your position below.

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How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?
  • 5.9% I give money and/or food to those begging
    5.9% Complete
  • 27% I don't donate to those begging
    27% Complete
  • 15.7% Sometimes I do, depending on the situation
    15.7% Complete
  • 24.5% I prefer to support organisations helping the needy
    24.5% Complete
  • 26.8% I haven't noticed begging in our neighbourhood
    26.8% Complete
3803 votes
2856 days ago

Are you ready for a summer ride?

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

The Rimutaka Incline is a great ride which follows an old steam engine router. You can enjoy the scenery and learn some history on the way.

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2856 days ago

Bus Services in Wellington City are improving

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Metlink is continuing to make improvements to bus services in Wellington City to increase reliability by adding more buses to some routes and adjusting the service run times to meet current levels of traffic. The bus routes affected are 3, 3S and 18. Please let us know if you have any questions and… View moreMetlink is continuing to make improvements to bus services in Wellington City to increase reliability by adding more buses to some routes and adjusting the service run times to meet current levels of traffic. The bus routes affected are 3, 3S and 18. Please let us know if you have any questions and for more information, including viewing the new timetable, please visit the Metlink website. Learn more

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2857 days ago

Is this the worse summer ever

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Wellington and summer. Two things that just do not go together this year.

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2858 days ago

Experienced Babysitting/Childcare available.

Jamie from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

Kia Ora.

I am currently an Au pair for a six year old girl in Upper Hutt & a Early childhood teacher reliver. I am always available evenings & most weekends. If anybody needs a babysitter please feel free to send me a message.

I have over 3 years’ experience working in a direct one to … View more
Kia Ora.

I am currently an Au pair for a six year old girl in Upper Hutt & a Early childhood teacher reliver. I am always available evenings & most weekends. If anybody needs a babysitter please feel free to send me a message.

I have over 3 years’ experience working in a direct one to one and one to many environment with children across a range of ages, abilities and with a range of needs. If you are interested or have any questions please feel free to send me a message. I would be more than happy to provide you my Cv refrences & police check. (happy to travel with help with gas)

Have a lovely week.
Kind Regards.
Jamie Morrow.

2859 days ago

A Neighbourly New Year Tip #5 - Keep it private

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Did you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from … View moreDid you know you have a Neighbourly inbox? If you'd like to contact a neighbour on Neighbourly directly, you can send them a private message. This is a great way to send confidential information (such as your mobile number or email) or to have conversations you'd like to keep away from your Neighbourly noticeboard. It's also a great way to directly contact local organisations, businesses or media!
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How to send a private message:
* Locate the neighbour you wish to send a message to in your Neighbours Directory or on your noticeboard and click their name to visit their profile
* Click the MESSAGE button below your neighbour's profile picture
* Enter a subject and message and click send!
Read more

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2859 days ago

$ave the GST - last chance!

Resene

There's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or… View moreThere's no better time to be decorating than summer - but you need to be quick! The Resene save the GST sale is in its final days*! You'll save 15% on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products!

*Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
Learn more

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2860 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #4 - Join a Group

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups … View more
Unite with fellow booklovers, find other fitness fanatics or swap garden goodies!

Neighbourly Groups are a great way to connect with like-minded people who live nearby. Take a look at Groups already set up by your neighbours - or have a go at setting up your own. Some of the most popular Groups around New Zealand include gardening, running, babysitter networking, private street groups and puppy playgroups.
Browse Groups

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2866 days ago

Experienced Babysitting available.

Jamie from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

Hello.

I am currently an Au pair for a six year old girl in Upper Hutt & a Early childhood teacher reliver. I am always available evenings & most weekends. If anybody needs a babysitter please feel free to send me a message.

I have over 3 years’ experience working in a direct one to one… View more
Hello.

I am currently an Au pair for a six year old girl in Upper Hutt & a Early childhood teacher reliver. I am always available evenings & most weekends. If anybody needs a babysitter please feel free to send me a message.

I have over 3 years’ experience working in a direct one to one and one to many environment with children across a range of ages, abilities and with a range of needs. If you are interested or have any questions please feel free to send me a message. I would be more than happy to provide you my Cv refrences & police check. (happy to travel with help with gas)

Have a lovely week.
Kind Regards.
Jamie Morrow.

2861 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #3 - Find your filters

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Filters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle … View moreFilters allow you to manage what you see on your Neighbourly noticeboard. Perhaps you want to hide Buy & Sell messages - or maybe that's all you want to see! You'll find four filters at the top of your noticeboard: Recommendations, Buy & Sell, Events and Business. You can toggle these on and off to customise your Neighbourly experience.

While you're there - have a play with the 'Sort' filter. This is a drop down menu allowing you to switch between newest posts and newest activity (replies).

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2861 days ago

Apple's available at Jina's World of Fresh Produce

Michele from Trentham

Jina's World of Fresh Produce in High St, Lower Hutt have plenty of NZ grown Royal Gala's, Braeburn, Pacific Rose and Granny Smith Apples if your supermarket or usual supplier has none!

www.stuff.co.nz...

2862 days ago

Want to win tickets to the B10s in Brisbane?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first … View more
Catch the superstars of Australian and New Zealand rugby along with international heavyweights Toulon, the Blue Bulls, Samoa and the Panasonic Wild Knights as they go head-to-head in a thrilling, high-stakes, ten-a-side knockout tournament.

Be in to win a trip for you and 3 mates to the first ever Brisbane 10’s. See all of your favourite Super Rugby players in one exhilarating competition!

The prize package includes flights, accommodation and 4 platinum section tickets to the Brisbane 10’s on February 11 and 12.

Held annually at Suncorp Stadium the Brisbane Global Tens will showcase rugby at its action-packed best, offering a fresh and compelling take on the game, with a format that will combine the space and speed of Sevens rugby with the trademark physicality, athleticism and tactical element of the traditional fifteen-a-side game.

For your chance to win simply like or thank this post before Friday 27 January and you're in the draw!
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Conditions: prize not transferable. Valid for prize as is and no cash equivalent. NZ residents/citizens only and 18+.

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2862 days ago

Neighbourly Tip #2 - Those three little dots...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the … View more
Have you noticed those three little dots under Neighbourly posts and replies? Have you ever clicked them?

Those three dots bring up a special menu allowing you to hide a post you don't want to see anymore, unfollow a discussion you've taken part in and to report a message for the Neighbourly team to review.

Under your own posts, those three little dots give you a different menu. You'll be able to edit your post, delete it or disable replies.

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2862 days ago

Free Event: Te Ra o Waitangi

Sarah from Stokes Valley

Te Rā o Waitangi - Summer City

Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St, Wellington

Monday 6 February 2017 12:00pm – 6:00pm

All Ages
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Te Rā o Waitangi - Summer City

Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St, Wellington

Monday 6 February 2017 12:00pm – 6:00pm

All Ages

Admission: Free

Te Rā o Waitangi is a celebration of Waitangi Day. There will be kai and kapa haka, as well as music from Kirsten Te Rito, Mara TK, Ria Hall and Tunes of I. Cornerstone Roots will be there to launch their Summer Haze EP.
We’re bringing the good times to Wellington this summer.
Whether it’s our vibrant communities, stunning natural environment or the array of events and activities on offer, in rain or shine there’s something for everyone to love about life in the capital. Get out and make the most of the summer in one of the world’s most liveable cities… discover

#SummerCity

2862 days ago

Free Event for All Agers

Sarah from Stokes Valley

The Wellington Pasifika Festival - Summer City
Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St,

When:
Mon 23 Jan 2017, 12:00pm–6:00pm

Where:
Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St, Wellington… View more
The Wellington Pasifika Festival - Summer City
Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St,

When:
Mon 23 Jan 2017, 12:00pm–6:00pm

Where:
Waitangi Park, 107 Cable St, Wellington

All Ages

Admission: Free

Take a tour of the Pacific Islands and sample the sounds and flavours special to each culture.
Highlights include the hotly contested Pacific Cuisine Cook- Off, and entertainment from MCs The Laughing Samoans and R'n'B star Vince Harder.

We’re bringing the good times to Wellington this summer.
Whether it’s our vibrant communities, stunning natural environment or the array of events and activities on offer, in rain or shine there’s something for everyone to love about life in the capital. Get out and make the most of summer in one of the world’s most liveable cities… discover

#SummerCity

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