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Here is our second top tip to get a property sale ready!
2. Give the house a bath
To get a property sale-ready, one of the simplest things that can be done is a high-pressure water-clean. Blast all the dirt and grime off your external walls, driveway, paths and fences. This … View moreHi Neighbours!
Here is our second top tip to get a property sale ready!
2. Give the house a bath
To get a property sale-ready, one of the simplest things that can be done is a high-pressure water-clean. Blast all the dirt and grime off your external walls, driveway, paths and fences. This can be done professionally or you can hire a machine and do it yourself.
Kia ora. We just wanted to let you know that Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand is now on Neighbourly!
With CABs scattered across NZ neighbourhoods, we can help you with information and advice on a variety of topics - whether it’s a tenancy dispute, a problem with your employer, a faulty … View moreKia ora. We just wanted to let you know that Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand is now on Neighbourly!
With CABs scattered across NZ neighbourhoods, we can help you with information and advice on a variety of topics - whether it’s a tenancy dispute, a problem with your employer, a faulty product you’ve bought, or a neighbourhood problem such as an overhanging tree or working out who’s responsible for fixing a fence.
For free, confidential information and advice, visit or phone a Citizens Advice Bureau in your neighbourhood or give us a call on 0800 FOR CAB (0800 367 222).
Whether you're relieved, sad or happy to see the kids go back to school, we have a yummy lunchbox idea to suit your family's schedule! Stock up and create these recipes ahead of time to be sure that you and your little ones are fueled for the day ahead!
Check out our lunch box picks … View moreWhether you're relieved, sad or happy to see the kids go back to school, we have a yummy lunchbox idea to suit your family's schedule! Stock up and create these recipes ahead of time to be sure that you and your little ones are fueled for the day ahead!
Check out our lunch box picks with both savoury and sweet options. And make sure you join your local Foodies Group to receive a recipe every week in your inbox!
Smart Travel is a new platform here to help friendly Wellingtonians like you get to where you’re going in a better way, making your travel cheaper, more social, and easier on the environment. By registering and creating a profile with Smart Travel, you can use the website and app to find other … View moreSmart Travel is a new platform here to help friendly Wellingtonians like you get to where you’re going in a better way, making your travel cheaper, more social, and easier on the environment. By registering and creating a profile with Smart Travel, you can use the website and app to find other commuters to carpool with, or offer your services as a driver. Sign up today and start logging your journeys and you could be in to win rewards like Prezzy Cards and vouchers.
We just want to give a heads up to all our local shoppers that starting tomorrow, SuperValue Featherston will be operating during the following hours:
Monday: 6am - 9pm
Tuesday: 6am - 9pm
Wednesday: 6am - 9pm
Thursday: 6am - 9pm
Friday: 6am - 9pm
Saturday: 6am - 9pm
… View moreWe just want to give a heads up to all our local shoppers that starting tomorrow, SuperValue Featherston will be operating during the following hours:
Monday: 6am - 9pm
Tuesday: 6am - 9pm
Wednesday: 6am - 9pm
Thursday: 6am - 9pm
Friday: 6am - 9pm
Saturday: 6am - 9pm
Sunday: 6am - 9pm
Be sure to spread the word to friends and family who shop with us!
Last Wednesday at Pak n Save, Upper Hutt, I was confronted by a special bay (where many of the specials congregate) of eggs in cartons with the sign boldly stating: free range dozen eggs for $3.79.
Wow. I only buy free- range. Looked closely at the details on the cartons of eggs and they all… View moreLast Wednesday at Pak n Save, Upper Hutt, I was confronted by a special bay (where many of the specials congregate) of eggs in cartons with the sign boldly stating: free range dozen eggs for $3.79.
Wow. I only buy free- range. Looked closely at the details on the cartons of eggs and they all stated "Caged Eggs"
Rip off, false advertising, Must be a law/regulation or two broken here.
Anyway came away with a carton of 10 genuine range free eggs for $7.50. But not before I had torn the erroneous sign up.
The country received a battering over the last week. How did you make it through? Any tips or tricks for lasting out storms and powercuts? And of course if you have any stories about the weather, share them with your neighbours here. Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP … View moreThe country received a battering over the last week. How did you make it through? Any tips or tricks for lasting out storms and powercuts? And of course if you have any stories about the weather, share them with your neighbours here. Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)
It's only ten weeks till New Zealand's General Election. Have you made a decision on who you will vote for? Or do you think the next ten weeks will affect your vote?
Upper Hutt seems to have missed out in the building of more Housing NZ houses or for comprehensive renovating of what stock it has.
Currently UH has around 350 such houses as compared to Lower Hutt's around 3350.. And Lower Hutt is where the Government to going to make a concerted housing … View moreUpper Hutt seems to have missed out in the building of more Housing NZ houses or for comprehensive renovating of what stock it has.
Currently UH has around 350 such houses as compared to Lower Hutt's around 3350.. And Lower Hutt is where the Government to going to make a concerted housing effort.
But does UP need any more? I say no. UH has enough comparatively cheap housing already.
What UH is getting is a new large housing estate nearby the Trentham Racecourse. And I would like to see apartment-type accommodation inside UH's CBD and greater CBD areas.
It might be time to batten down the hatches with that cold wind bearing down! What's the weather like out your way? Do you think we'll get any snow? Share any photos or stories you have here with your neighbours!
Capital E is jam-packed with great activities for children and young people aged 0-14 during the July School Holidays. From inspirational 360 Degree Filmmaking to musical adventures in live performance, and an awesome installation themed around story-telling to making your own soap opera. There’s… View moreCapital E is jam-packed with great activities for children and young people aged 0-14 during the July School Holidays. From inspirational 360 Degree Filmmaking to musical adventures in live performance, and an awesome installation themed around story-telling to making your own soap opera. There’s something creatively juicy for kids of all interests and ages to bite into!
Head to capitale.org.nz to book for an amazing school holiday experience.
Hi Neighbours!
We hope you are keeping warm and dry in this cold and wet weather.
To warm you up a little we are going to share our "Seven Top Tips To Get A Property Ready For Sale". We will share a new tip every couple of days. Enjoy tip number 1!
Planning to sell a property? … View moreHi Neighbours!
We hope you are keeping warm and dry in this cold and wet weather.
To warm you up a little we are going to share our "Seven Top Tips To Get A Property Ready For Sale". We will share a new tip every couple of days. Enjoy tip number 1!
Planning to sell a property? Follow these seven simple tips to ensure your property will provide you with the best possible return on the time and money invested.
Having made the decision to sell a property, an investor should be aiming to maximise their returns.
To this end, they need to make sure their property presents as well as possible to potential buyers. But that does not have to mean spending vast amounts of time and money.
There are some straightforward, cost-effective ways to go about doing this. Here is our first tip for getting a property sale ready:
1. First impressions matter
First impressions count for a lot with potential buyers and those impressions are formed quickly. Therefore, vendors need to make sure the exterior of their property presents well.
Lawns should be mowed, hedges should be trimmed, paving or concrete should be cleaned, fences should be well-maintained and paintwork should be clean and fresh. The property needs to be spick and span and any renovations must be complete. This includes minor repairs as well as major ones.
Stuff which runs Neighbourly have run a commercially viable campaign to get subscribers to shift their electricity supplier to Nova.
So I just went through the comparison test between what Nova is offering and my current provider, Meridian. And to my surprise despite all the hype that Stuff … View moreStuff which runs Neighbourly have run a commercially viable campaign to get subscribers to shift their electricity supplier to Nova.
So I just went through the comparison test between what Nova is offering and my current provider, Meridian. And to my surprise despite all the hype that Stuff had created, Meridian is $40 cheaper on my last bill from them.
I am no great fan of Meridian otherwise and I actually have shares in Mighty Power but Meridian seem still to give residents in the Wellington region the best deal among electricity providers. This does not include gas.
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