Petone, Lower Hutt

Premium Business

22 days ago

Maximise small spaces with a colourful tiered planter!

Short on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step … View moreShort on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step by step instructions.

Local Highlight

29 days ago

Poll: If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into a pest-free island?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭

These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You… View moreKiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭

These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You can actually buy a symbolic piece of one of New Zealand’s most remote islands as part of the Auckland Island Restoration Project.

If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into the project?
And maybe the bigger question — should we be looking at doing the same kind of thing for wildlife refuges on our main islands too?

If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into a pest-free island?

60% Yes - restoration needs creativity

60% Complete
40% No - Is this sensible?

40% Complete

653 votes

30 days ago

Scam Alert: Cold calls from banks

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.

Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.

Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your … View moreA number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.

Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.

Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your login details – including your username and passwords – by email or phone.
⚠️ Your bank will never send direct links to log in to online banking platforms via email or SMS.
⚠️ Your bank does not need to know your full credit card number and CVV number (they already know these details!)
⚠️ Your bank will never ask you to download software or remotely access your device.

24 days ago

Xmas Treats and Gifts

Katie from Wainuiomata

Do you need
🎅 Secret Santa Gifts
🎅 Teachers Thank You Gifts,
🎅 Stocking Stuffers
🎅 Kindy, Kohanga or Daycare Gifts
or goodies for your 🎅 Xmas Eve Boxes?

Well check out my homemade goodies!
… View moreDo you need
🎅 Secret Santa Gifts
🎅 Teachers Thank You Gifts,
🎅 Stocking Stuffers
🎅 Kindy, Kohanga or Daycare Gifts
or goodies for your 🎅 Xmas Eve Boxes?

Well check out my homemade goodies!

There's only 7 weeks until Xmas so get your goodies sorted now!

Gifts available are;
🎄Baking Mixes in Jars
🎄Hot Chocolate Bottles
🎄Reindeer Food in Bottle
🎄Christmas Themed Lollipops
🎄Hot Chocolate Stirring Spoons
🎄Xmas Bark
🎄Xmas Filled Baubles

Some treats are held in stock but most are made to order so please allow a few days before your order will be ready.

Price: $15

PAINT IT ORANGE

Resene

Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Find out more

Premium Business

25 days ago

Garden work section cleaning

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

Nature’s Choice Gardening ?
Turning wild jungles into peaceful gardens—fast, friendly, and affordable!
✅ Garden clean-ups
✅ Hedge trimming
✅ Lawn care & more
? Call Ian: 027 243 0951
? Lower Hutt & Wellington region
Let your garden breathe again ?

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25 days ago

SILVER WINNER QUALITY SERVICE AWARD

Bob Scott Retirement Village

We’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.

This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.

Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ … View moreWe’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.

This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.

Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ attitudes towards services from business across various industries.

Companies are assessed based on five pillars: personalisation, understanding, simplicity, satisfaction and consistency.

This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication and excellence that our teams strive for every day in our villages to deliver exceptional service standards.

Thank you to our amazing teams and to all those who took the time to complete the surveys!

Trusted Painters for Every Home

Graham Painters

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! Find out more

Living with advanced prostate cancer?

Prostate Cancer Foundation

Or maybe you’re caring for someone who is. Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ invites you to join them and local specialists for a patient information evening at The Oaks, Courtenay Place, Thursday 20 November. Learn how new therapies, technologies, and innovations are improving outcomes and quality… View moreOr maybe you’re caring for someone who is. Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ invites you to join them and local specialists for a patient information evening at The Oaks, Courtenay Place, Thursday 20 November. Learn how new therapies, technologies, and innovations are improving outcomes and quality of life for men living with advanced prostate cancer.

FREE Entry. Registration required.
For patients, families, whānau, carers, and health professionals. Find out more

25 days ago

Small Panasonic Stereo

Lynn from Naenae

Radio / CD player. Speakers are separate from main device. Comes with remote control. No longer required, great condition, pick up from Naenae, Lower Hutt.

Price: $40