18 hours ago

Upper Hutt Santa Parade Returns!

The Team from Upper Hutt City Council

Mark your calendars! The Upper Hutt Santa Parade is back this Christmas. Come join the fun as the community’s favourite Christmas movie comes alive in a magical display of floats, music, and festive cheer.

Date: Sunday 14 December 2025
Time: 3PM | Rain or shine
Location: Main Street, Upper Hutt
Find out more

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More messages from your neighbours
7 hours ago

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Vincent from Paraparaumu

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42 minutes ago

Jigsaws

Annette from Waikanae

Jigsaws Jigsaws Jigsaws
52 different jigsaws. Different sizes, different levels of difficulty.
From $2.50 to $7 a box.
Plus Christmas decorations, Christmas gifts, children's toys, books and lots more.
The Christmas Market at St Luke's Church in Elizabeth Street is your one-stop-shop for all your Christmas shopping.

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4 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53% Yes
    53% Complete
  • 47% No
    47% Complete
1607 votes