Wainuiomata Coast, Lower Hutt

It is the weekend!

It is the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

2833 days ago

A beginner's guide to upcycling

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life … View more
Whether you're motivated by a tight budget or a desire for one-off pieces, if you like the idea of upcycling check out our beginner's guide for some top tips to get started.

We asked some upcycling experts to share their secrets on what works and what doesn't to breathe new life into pre-loved treasures. We'd love to see the results of your own upcycling projects - you can share your before and after pics here. And don't forget you can enter them in Neighbourly's Upcycling awards too!

2833 days ago

Poll: Do you have a written employment agreement?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Having a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our… View moreHaving a written employment agreement is the law. Even if you don’t have one, there are some minimum employment rights that everyone is entitled to. We’re here to help you know what your rights are and what to do if they aren’t being met. Call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB) for help or visit our website www.cab.org.nz... for details about CAB services in your neighbourhood.

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Do you have a written employment agreement?
  • 70.6% Yes, I have a written employment agreement
    70.6% Complete
  • 9.1% No, I do not have a written employment agreement
    9.1% Complete
  • 11.3% No, I am not in paid work
    11.3% Complete
  • 6.8% No, I am an independent contractor
    6.8% Complete
  • 2.2% Other
    2.2% Complete
857 votes
2834 days ago

Interested in electric vehicles?

Callum from Hutt City Council

Meet #LeadingTheCharge as they travel north from Bluff to Cape Reinga. Ask about electric vehicle ownership, check out the cars and if you fancy, there will even be a selection of cars available for you to test drive.

12 - 4pm, Thursday 22 March
Dowse Square, Laings Road, Lower Hutt
Find out more!

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2835 days ago

*New Competition* Ready, steady... UPCYCLE!

Resene

Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!
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Calling all creative cookies and DIY devotees! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we wanna see your creations!

Submit your entry in the very first Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Of course, there are goodies to be won including four prizes up for grabs worth $500 (plus spot prizes). Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Submit a masterpiece

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2837 days ago

Poll: Do you still go to the library?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

Hi everyone,
One of our reporters is working on a story on how we use our libraries. Statistics show number of items being issued are declining, but do you still go to the library for other reasons (e.g. to use computers)? Or do you not go at all? Feel free to answer our poll and comment below on … View more
Hi everyone,
One of our reporters is working on a story on how we use our libraries. Statistics show number of items being issued are declining, but do you still go to the library for other reasons (e.g. to use computers)? Or do you not go at all? Feel free to answer our poll and comment below on your library habits. What's the best part of going to the library if you visit regularly? Comments may be used in print and online unless stated otherwise with NFP.

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Do you still go to the library?
  • 36.4% Yes, I go at least once a week
    36.4% Complete
  • 29.2% Yes, I go regularly every month or two
    29.2% Complete
  • 13.4% I go every now and then when I find the time
    13.4% Complete
  • 9.3% I rarely go (about once a year)
    9.3% Complete
  • 11.7% I never go
    11.7% Complete
291 votes
2836 days ago

Ecology and landscapes information session

Jon from Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council will be holding an information session in Wainuiomata about work it's doing to identify and protect valuable natural areas across Lower Hutt.

It's the chance for property owners with valuable sites identified on their land to discuss these sites and ask questions … View more
Hutt City Council will be holding an information session in Wainuiomata about work it's doing to identify and protect valuable natural areas across Lower Hutt.

It's the chance for property owners with valuable sites identified on their land to discuss these sites and ask questions about the next steps. Council advised affected property owners by mail earlier this month.

The session will be held on Wednesday 28 March between 3.30pm and 8pm at the Wainuiomata War Memorial Hall supper room, Queen Street.

More information about this work is available via the link below:

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2837 days ago

How to get a good night's sleep?

Patney

Happy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!

Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder … View more
Happy World Sleep Day neighbours! Or is it? At Patney we believe a good night’s sleep is key to finding the energy to live your life to the fullest, so on World Sleep Day we're here to talk about snoring!

Anyone can be affected by snoring, at any time in their lives. Patney’s founder Frances Anderson has experienced first-hand the impact snoring can have on your energy levels, confidence and happiness.

Frances spent years searching for an effective way to control her snoring, to no avail. Fed up and exhausted, Frances set out on a journey to create her own solution. The Patney sleep positioner is the result of an intensive research, development and testing process.

Frances sought independent validation of the Patney sleep positioner through the University of Otago. The independent study proved the Patney sleep positioner is an effective way to control snoring.

No one should have to put up with snoring. Take a look at Patney and experience the benefits a good night’s sleep can bring. We offer a 30-day money back guarantee, so on World Sleep Day you can celebrate having had a great night's sleep!
Find out more

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2838 days ago

Neighbours Day is next week!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

NEXT WEEK communities across the country will be taking time out to get to know their neighbours as part of the ninth Neighbours Day Aotearoa. What are your plans for the weekend? Have you planned your own event? Make sure you register your event at neighboursdayaotearoa.org

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2838 days ago

What are your rights at work?

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

Not sure? Ask us. Kāore i te mārama? Pātai mai. Next week (19 - 25 March) CABs around the country will be raising awareness about employment rights and responsibilities. There’s lots of great information to help you know your employment rights on our website, www.cab.org.nz, but sometimes it … View moreNot sure? Ask us. Kāore i te mārama? Pātai mai. Next week (19 - 25 March) CABs around the country will be raising awareness about employment rights and responsibilities. There’s lots of great information to help you know your employment rights on our website, www.cab.org.nz, but sometimes it helps to talk about your issue with someone. You can visit a CAB in your neighbourhood, or call 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), and we can help you work through your options.

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2839 days ago

Can you connect to natural gas?

The Gas Hub

Find out if you can connect to natural gas for FREE here and you could also be in to WIN a Natural Gas Hot Water package worth over $3,500!

This could be a whole new level of comfort for your home.

0800 GAS HUB
Find out more!

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2839 days ago

Great Community Clean Up is BACK!

The Warehouse New Zealand

Show your community a little love and WIN great prizes. For the third year running, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are challenging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event.

All you have to do is grab your flatties, your neighbours or the… View more
Show your community a little love and WIN great prizes. For the third year running, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are challenging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event.

All you have to do is grab your flatties, your neighbours or the family to clean up a local spot near you. Or be a real community champion and do it on your own. Show your neighbourhood how much you love its parks/streets/beaches by taking part in the Great Community Clean Up between 16 and 22 April 2018. Register your event now and be in to WIN!
Register now

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2841 days ago

Mobile hairdresser

April from Wainuiomata

Hi neighbours! Mobile hairdresser willing to come to your house for hair cuts! Have my own car and cheap rates! Avalible this week :)

2839 days ago

Metlink: On Our Way

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Metlink is all about connecting you with life. In the coming months, we’ll be improving our public transport network so that everyone is able to connect to what’s great in our region! Go to metlink.org.nz/OnOurWay for more information and sign up for updates.

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2844 days ago

Could Petone Beach be the next Oriental Bay?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts on this. Comments are now closed.

Could the long-talked talked about Cross Valley Link open up Petone Beach to be the next Oriental Bay? Labour list MP Ginny Andersen said the proposed route would take traffic off both the Petone Esplanade and Jackson St, … View more
Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts on this. Comments are now closed.

Could the long-talked talked about Cross Valley Link open up Petone Beach to be the next Oriental Bay? Labour list MP Ginny Andersen said the proposed route would take traffic off both the Petone Esplanade and Jackson St, and unleash the potential of Petone beach.
What do you think? Let us know below! Comments may be used unless specified otherwise with NFP (Not for Print)

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