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Fifteen-year-old Leon Humphrey got quite a surprise when he visited Belmont's Little Local Library - an 1878 edition of Captain James Cook's Voyages Around the World. The library itself is pretty unique with two fridges full of books perched in Hill Road. Do you know of any similar … View moreFifteen-year-old Leon Humphrey got quite a surprise when he visited Belmont's Little Local Library - an 1878 edition of Captain James Cook's Voyages Around the World. The library itself is pretty unique with two fridges full of books perched in Hill Road. Do you know of any similar libraries where you live?
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!
Hutt Valley is in need of Girl Guide leaders! Several groups in the area have been struggling to find leaders for their units. Were you ever a Girl Guide? What do you remember about being one?
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.
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 moreUnite 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.
Watch out for the wind today - gusts of 160kmh are expected around Hutt Valley and Wellington this afternoon, continuing on until mid-morning Thursday. Secure any loose outdoor equipment like rubbish bins and take care when driving, especially in small vehicles or on motorbikes. NZTA has issued a … View moreWatch out for the wind today - gusts of 160kmh are expected around Hutt Valley and Wellington this afternoon, continuing on until mid-morning Thursday. Secure any loose outdoor equipment like rubbish bins and take care when driving, especially in small vehicles or on motorbikes. NZTA has issued a warnings of strong winds on Stat Highway 2 at Rimutaka Hill.
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).
Have you noticed an increase in creepy crawlies lately? Turns out we've had the perfect weather for little critters to thrive.
What's your solution to too many bugs?
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 moreCatch 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+.
Eleven-year-old Daniel Williams taking home two gold medals at the recent Colgate Games was just one of the success stories from the Lower Hutt Amateur Athletics Club recently. It was his first ever games as well - congratulations Daniel!
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 moreHave 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.
Garden centre Palmers will be opening a new store in Petone later this year, in the old Datamail site in Victoria Street. Palmers isn't the only recent addition, with Kmart still being built and the new Bunnings store opening last year. With all these new businesses more strain is being put on… View moreGarden centre Palmers will be opening a new store in Petone later this year, in the old Datamail site in Victoria Street. Palmers isn't the only recent addition, with Kmart still being built and the new Bunnings store opening last year. With all these new businesses more strain is being put on our parking resources - what do you think? Is parking tough enough already?
A free workshop for disabled people and their family / whānau, please share amongst your networks
Building Bridges with Community - Presented by Janet Klees
Thursday 23 February, 9.30am - 3.30pm
Petone Workingmen's Club 47 Udy Street, Petone
Please register via the ImagineBetter … View moreA free workshop for disabled people and their family / whānau, please share amongst your networks
Building Bridges with Community - Presented by Janet Klees
Thursday 23 February, 9.30am - 3.30pm
Petone Workingmen's Club 47 Udy Street, Petone
Please register via the ImagineBetter website
We are looking for a mobile coffee vendor to support an event on Saturday 11 February in Lower Hutt. Does anyone have any recommendations or know anyone? The following are unavailable:(Faultline, Coffee+, Brewed 4 you – the one that was in Avalon Park).
Was Santa good to you last year? If so, you might have a few things lying around you no longer need. You could have a garage sale, give them to a local charity shop, sell them for FREE on Neighbourly and or list them under the Free Stuff category. Whether it’s an old bed, a pile of kids clothing … View moreWas Santa good to you last year? If so, you might have a few things lying around you no longer need. You could have a garage sale, give them to a local charity shop, sell them for FREE on Neighbourly and or list them under the Free Stuff category. Whether it’s an old bed, a pile of kids clothing or toys, even the carpet off-cuts or unwanted paint - your trash is another neighbour’s treasure. Sit back and watch them disappear down the drive.
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Over the next few days we're going to be sharing tips and tricks to ensure you have the best Neighbourly experience possible. Have you something you'd like us to share info on? Just get in touch!
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