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Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary.
For extra preparedness in the aftermath of a disaster, a 200 litre emergency rainwater tank would be useful for a household family of 4 for up to 2 weeks. These water tanks are sold for $105 exclusively from the Lower Hutt i-SITE. Please phone 04 560 4715 to enquire.
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking … View moreAs we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.
3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.
4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.
5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.
Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Anybody to sell windows catches similar in the picture, I was about to buy but just checking somebody might have extra or similar to dispose off.
Just days to go till the Wellington Better Home and Living Show
Friday – Sunday 12 – 14th May (10 – 5pm)
Westapac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Over 200 exhibitors, preview latest trends and innovations, a fantastic home and lifestyle package to be won … View moreJust days to go till the Wellington Better Home and Living Show
Friday – Sunday 12 – 14th May (10 – 5pm)
Westapac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Over 200 exhibitors, preview latest trends and innovations, a fantastic home and lifestyle package to be won worth $12,000 and an opportunity to test drive an Electrical Vehicle thanks to #leadingthecharge.
Talk to the experts on outdoor solutions, heating, home décor, kitchens, bathrooms and everything in-between!
New research shows one in six Hutt children are medicated for asthma and a "cavalier" attitude towards the respiratory illness is causing concern among medical professionals. Do your kids or your family suffer from it? How bad is it and what do you do to alleviate it? Comments may be used… View moreNew research shows one in six Hutt children are medicated for asthma and a "cavalier" attitude towards the respiratory illness is causing concern among medical professionals. Do your kids or your family suffer from it? How bad is it and what do you do to alleviate it? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.
So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
For great bargains - think, $10 dresses, $5 rack of new winter tops, $10 shoes and more, get your way to this fun sale led by the Lower Hutt branch of Dress for Success. Your contributions will help this organisation help women into the workforce with mentoring and providing them good business … View moreFor great bargains - think, $10 dresses, $5 rack of new winter tops, $10 shoes and more, get your way to this fun sale led by the Lower Hutt branch of Dress for Success. Your contributions will help this organisation help women into the workforce with mentoring and providing them good business threads. Open today until 6 pm and Saturday 10am - 4 pm right beside Buzz Cafe at Level 2, 105 High St, Lower Hutt.
Japanese art in all its forms, traditional, modern, sculpture, calligraphy, photography and ceramics are all on display at the Odlins Gallery of the Hutt Art Centre for the month of May.
The Exhibition 'Different Body Same Mind', celebrates a Sister City friendship with Minoh City in … View moreJapanese art in all its forms, traditional, modern, sculpture, calligraphy, photography and ceramics are all on display at the Odlins Gallery of the Hutt Art Centre for the month of May.
The Exhibition 'Different Body Same Mind', celebrates a Sister City friendship with Minoh City in Japan. In 2015 local artists displayed their art in Minoh and this week 10 Japanese artists came back to share their art at the Exhibition opening. Pop along and check it out, you will be impressed.
If you want to turn old or discarded material into a thing of beauty or usefulness then come along to an Upcycle workshop. The workshops are for koha only and are taken by Helena Henare-Coolen from iupcycle. See the link below, tell your friends and register. First in first served.
Is anyone else experiencing vomiting and diaohrea from the water. Severe syptoms and haven't eaten anything to cause food poisoning so it has to be the water. Nasty and it hits fast. HCC have nothing on the website but they do have an ecolii risk in our area so is it getting as bad as the … View moreIs anyone else experiencing vomiting and diaohrea from the water. Severe syptoms and haven't eaten anything to cause food poisoning so it has to be the water. Nasty and it hits fast. HCC have nothing on the website but they do have an ecolii risk in our area so is it getting as bad as the Hawkes Bay recently had. ?
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Last Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar. This had the media asking … View moreHi everyone, thanks for sharing your memories of your favourite treats! We've loved hearing from you. Comments are now closed.
Last Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar. This had the media asking what sweet treats people would like to see returned next and what prized New Zealand lollies may have their production shifted overseas.We want to know what your favourite discontinued treat is. Snifters? Sparkles? Pascall's Licorice Allsorts? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not for Print).
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This weekend come along to see hot rods, bikes, cars and all types of vehicles at the Car Run and Auction Fundraiser, This Sunday May 7 at the Larf'n Tiger Cafe, 93 Hutt Park Rd from 9.30am. Proceeds to Stokes Valley vet Ian Hughes. A Show N Shine and Auction will be held after … View moreHi everyone,
This weekend come along to see hot rods, bikes, cars and all types of vehicles at the Car Run and Auction Fundraiser, This Sunday May 7 at the Larf'n Tiger Cafe, 93 Hutt Park Rd from 9.30am. Proceeds to Stokes Valley vet Ian Hughes. A Show N Shine and Auction will be held after the car run at Stokes Valley RSA. Entry by gold coin.
The kids are back to school this week! What's your favourite go-to lunch box snack? Let us know in the comments. Our favourites are: easy peel mandarins, raisin boxes, muesli bars, crackers and cheese or whole meal biscuits. Let us know yours below!
GNS Science is presenting a series of talks to inform, educate and raise awareness of key environmental and geological issues facing the Hutt Valley (and beyond) in the next 100 years.
Come along and ask questions to initiate an informed dialogue on the issues that will affect our region by 2100. … View moreGNS Science is presenting a series of talks to inform, educate and raise awareness of key environmental and geological issues facing the Hutt Valley (and beyond) in the next 100 years.
Come along and ask questions to initiate an informed dialogue on the issues that will affect our region by 2100. Talks are FREE
Tsunami Risks – What’s the rush? Tsunamis are an ever present threat to coastal New Zealand. What are the implications for Petone and the inner harbour area? Dr William Power will discuss the areas of high risk around the Hutt and Wellington regions and discuss initiatives to protect local communities and raise awareness about the danger that tsunamis present. War Memorial Library Thursday 4 May, 6pm
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