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🔴 If something doesn’t feel right, reach out to … View moreWe’ve recently been made aware of individuals pretending to be Neighbourly Admin and using a forged Neighbourly logo to trick members into sharing personal information.
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🔴 Never click on suspicious or unexpected links.
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Stay safe and thank you for helping keep our community secure! 💚
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View moreHi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.
Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.
Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
It’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! 🐾👻
Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
🕷 Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
👻 Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give… View moreIt’s time to cast your vote for Neighbourly’s Fang-tastic Pet! 🐾👻
Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
🕷 Nevado from Saint Johns – a spooky spider with serious style
👻 Munchkin from New Lynn – rocking his chillingly cute getup
🦴 Bruce from New Brighton – give this ghoul a hand!
🦇 Wednesday from Trentham – representing the family in true spooky fashion
Vote for your favourite and help crown this year’s Fang-tastic Pet Champion! 🏆
The winning costume will take home a $200 Prezzy Card! 💸
🕸️ Don’t ghost us — vote now!
We have bags of spray free Shannon walnuts in their shell for sale. Shannon was propagated in NZ and is very similar to the popular Wilson Wonder. Walnuts are one of the best plant food sources of omega-3s.
Bags are $10 each. Money in letter box pse. Will be outside our gate this weekend fine … View moreWe have bags of spray free Shannon walnuts in their shell for sale. Shannon was propagated in NZ and is very similar to the popular Wilson Wonder. Walnuts are one of the best plant food sources of omega-3s.
Bags are $10 each. Money in letter box pse. Will be outside our gate this weekend fine weather permitting.
60 Wilkie Street, Greytown (021 509 461)
Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who… View moreLabour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?
Come and have some fun and get a real sense of achievement.
Saturday Nov 8th at Martinborough Rugby grounds. Bring your bike and give it a go. We cater for not so serious riders and serious riders too. Finish off with a Greytown Butchery award winning sausage sizzle. Go to MCFR.org for more info… View moreCome and have some fun and get a real sense of achievement.
Saturday Nov 8th at Martinborough Rugby grounds. Bring your bike and give it a go. We cater for not so serious riders and serious riders too. Finish off with a Greytown Butchery award winning sausage sizzle. Go to MCFR.org for more info and to register.
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆
*Unleash your … View moreIt is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!
Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card 🏆
*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!
Purchased from Container Door for $249 for a set of 2. I have 2 sets. Still in packaging.
2700mm x 600mm x 21mm (L x W x D)
Light oak in colour with black background. Made of MDF and polyester vinyl backing. Has excellent sound absorbing performance and easy to cut.
Price is per panel. … View morePurchased from Container Door for $249 for a set of 2. I have 2 sets. Still in packaging.
2700mm x 600mm x 21mm (L x W x D)
Light oak in colour with black background. Made of MDF and polyester vinyl backing. Has excellent sound absorbing performance and easy to cut.
Price is per panel. Greytown pick up.
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Join us in your evening scare-ware at Featherston Memorial RSA // The Last Post for some bone-chilling choons and ghoulish grooves at the Featherston Vinyl Club's… View more🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃
Join us in your evening scare-ware at Featherston Memorial RSA // The Last Post for some bone-chilling choons and ghoulish grooves at the Featherston Vinyl Club's 4th Annual Halloween Ball.
Since 2022 we’ve been haunting Featherston’s Hallows to bring you a frighteningly good time, and this year will be no exception.
- Free entry (at your own risk)
- Non-members welcome
- Prizes for best dressed
- DJs spinning from 7:30pm, and going until our monsters are truly mashed.
Friday 31 October 2025 7:30pm @ Featherston Memorial RSA, 57 Fox St, Featherston
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Want to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.
We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit … View moreWant to grow your career or upskill your team? ServiceIQ is here to help Kiwis succeed in the service industries including retail, hospitality, tourism, aviation, and more.
We provide practical workplace training, online short courses, and nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit around real work. Whether you’re an employer building a capable team or someone starting, our flexible options make it easy to gain the skills and confidence to thrive.
Partner with a trusted industry training organisation that understands what today’s service sector needs.
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Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
Saturday 25th at The King Lion Hall, King Street 8-11am
Plants, lemons, Crafts, Quality clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, LPs, Household things and More. Get there early for good parking.
Saturday 25th at The King Lion Hall, King Street 8-11am
Plants, lemons, Crafts, Quality clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, LPs, Household things and More. Get there early for good parking.
Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
… View moreKiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So what’s the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? 👇
Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.
We’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and … View moreWe’re over the moon to share that Lonely Planet has selected Wairarapa’s stargazing, food & wine experiences as one of the world’s top ‘Best in Travel’ experiences for 2026!
The stars of Wairarapa aren’t just in the skies - they shine in our vineyards, villages, cafés and restaurants.
Come see why we’ve been named one of the world’s best. Wairarapa is ready to amaze you - under the Milky Way and in every bite & sip. Plan your Wairarapa escape.
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