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Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!
Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savings … View moreHi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!
Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savings you can enjoy with a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card! It's our Silly Season gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2018.
The end of 2017 is approaching fast! Have you considered upskilling or changing career? Take part in our exclusive poll for Neighbourly members and vote here!
ServiceIQ is the industry training organisation for a bunch of booming service sectors. We’re all about empowering and motivating … View moreThe end of 2017 is approaching fast! Have you considered upskilling or changing career? Take part in our exclusive poll for Neighbourly members and vote here!
ServiceIQ is the industry training organisation for a bunch of booming service sectors. We’re all about empowering and motivating people to provide great service. Check out our FREE Career Kick-Starter Guide here!
If you're thinking about making a change, check out the FREE Career Kick-Starter Guide from ServiceIQ!
We are hearing reports of tap water containing sand in some parts of Lower Hutt. Has anyone been impacted by this?
Let us know in the comments below or send us a direct message.
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Hi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&Cs apply. … View moreHi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&Cs apply. Find out more.
Figure out how much you will save in 2 minutes, grab your latest power bill and head to our handy online calculator.
Register now for your complimentary seat. This completely FREE session is designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money … View moreRegister now for your complimentary seat. This completely FREE session is designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted
We love sharing our construction industry and knowledge to ensure every home building journey is a good one. Come along with any questions you might have, we're excited to meet you!
Due to exceptionally high demand and limits on
supply, there is now a ban on household use of garden sprinklers and other unattended irrigation systems in Lower Hutt, Porirua, Upper Hutt and Wellington, until further notice.
We've now got our very own version of Winter Wonderland, courtesy of Margy Bliss. Give it a listen and tell us what you think! Any verses you would like added? Comments may be used in print unless specified otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)
Christmas presents have been flying out the door on lead up to Santa's arrival! Today is day EIGHT of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...
Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if you, or your neighbour, have won something special from us!
It’s shaping up to be a record hot summer. We need to make sure we don’t use more than 160 million litres per day. Right now, we’re using way more. Take care of our water, so we have some left this summer.
Go to loveeverydrop.nz to find out how you can help.
Chances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of… View moreChances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of hand feeding this delicious treat to your beloved friend this Christmas! Available from all leading supermarkets, RRP $3.99.
Plus - we're giving away a free sample of FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS! Simply take our two minute survey and tell us how Christmassy your cat is!
If you love working outdoors and are looking for an opportunity to make a six-figure income working nine months a year, then look no further. This highly successful operation is currently run as a lifestyle business, but for a motivated owner, there is significant potential.
This business has … View moreIf you love working outdoors and are looking for an opportunity to make a six-figure income working nine months a year, then look no further. This highly successful operation is currently run as a lifestyle business, but for a motivated owner, there is significant potential.
This business has established itself across the Wellington Region, focusing on site preparation, seeding and maintaining lawns for both builders of residential homes and domestic clients.
The current owner is happy to invest the time helping a new owner and will provide a smooth transition and training on all aspects of the business.
One of Eastbourne's oldest and grandest houses is on the market with a starting price of $1.45 million.
Built in 1905 by Eastbourne's first mayor, Fred Bolton, 17 Kowhai St, is a landmark house on a 1037 square metre property that anyone who has been to Eastbourne will probably … View moreOne of Eastbourne's oldest and grandest houses is on the market with a starting price of $1.45 million.
Built in 1905 by Eastbourne's first mayor, Fred Bolton, 17 Kowhai St, is a landmark house on a 1037 square metre property that anyone who has been to Eastbourne will probably recognise. What do you think of it?
It's about the time to start decorating trees and we want to ask you - which one do you prefer? Have you got a real Christmas tree or an artificial one? Why do you prefer one over the other? And if your tree is already up, show off your decorations by posting a picture below! Comments may be … View moreIt's about the time to start decorating trees and we want to ask you - which one do you prefer? Have you got a real Christmas tree or an artificial one? Why do you prefer one over the other? And if your tree is already up, show off your decorations by posting a picture below! Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not for Print).
This award-winning cafe serves up classic Kiwi cafe fare with flair and a homey vibe. Our very own Kylie Klein Nixon gave it 4 stars. Do you agree?
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