Avalon, Lower Hutt

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1340 days ago

This Wellington business needs your support!

Prospa

A huge congratulations to Meredith and Craig Butland from Avalon Service Centre. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, Meredith and … View more
A huge congratulations to Meredith and Craig Butland from Avalon Service Centre. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now they need your vote to give them a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, Meredith and Craig. Thanks for bringing joy to your community.

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Nominated by Maureen Coomer from Lower Hutt: "Meredith and Craig Butland and their team do a wonderful job, always keep me updated on what is happening and go the extra mile to make sure every job is to the customer's satisfaction. They drop people at their workplaces and pick them up when work on the car is finished, have courtesy cars available, do excellent mechanical work and are just really nice folk. They take the time to talk to customers about anything and are great neighbours to the local residents. Avalon Service Centre are definitely our local heroes in Avalon."
Vote for Meredith and Craig

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1341 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Where do you think this is? Hint, there is a well known building on the site now.

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1342 days ago

Love rugby? Get all the action delivered straight to your inbox

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each … View more
Hi neighbours,

We've launched a newsletter to deliver all of the rugby action - from on and off the field - straight to your inbox.

Stuff's Oval Office wraps the weekend's rugby highlights, the casualty ward, stories you might have missed and our team of the week - sent each Monday evening at 7pm.

Love rugby? Sign up here.

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1341 days ago

7 Window Treatment Trends for 2021

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Wondering what the new year holds in store for interiors? Here are some of the window treatment trends we’ll be keeping an eye on in 2021.

Warm neutrals: More than ever after 2020, we’re looking at our homes as tranquil retreats from a chaotic world. Calming, neutral tones take the lead - … View more
Wondering what the new year holds in store for interiors? Here are some of the window treatment trends we’ll be keeping an eye on in 2021.

Warm neutrals: More than ever after 2020, we’re looking at our homes as tranquil retreats from a chaotic world. Calming, neutral tones take the lead - and although greys and whites continue to be popular, interior palettes are warming up. For contemporary neutrals consider colours like cream, oatmeal, sand and taupe.

Fear not though - neutrals don’t have to mean boring! Play on light and dark variations, subtle patterns and layering textures to keep things interesting.

Maximalism: In complete contrast to calming neutrals, maximalism is all about embracing clashing patterns, saturated colours and dynamic interior combinations.


Forget “less is more” - be bold and bring a little fun into your home this year!


Smart technology: Open and close your window treatments at the touch of a button with a remote or mobile app - or add them to your home automation system. Motorisation is taking off in Kiwi homes and curtains and blinds are no exception.

With an app you can pre-set your window treatments to open or close on a timer or do it instantly from your phone - even when you’re not at home.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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1345 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

We again feature words and a picture from Louise Thomas.

"Maple never could get the hang of standing on one leg. Her partner Kevin (aka Bacon) was frequently knocked over by her losing her balance. She said it was because her inner ear acted up in the Southern Hemisphere. Canada geese (Branta… View more
We again feature words and a picture from Louise Thomas.

"Maple never could get the hang of standing on one leg. Her partner Kevin (aka Bacon) was frequently knocked over by her losing her balance. She said it was because her inner ear acted up in the Southern Hemisphere. Canada geese (Branta canadensis) at the Hutt River."

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1342 days ago

Ambigrams

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Have you heard of Ambigrams? Are you able to show any other examples?

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1344 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Gerrie

Reporter Community News

Karen Gerrie is the proud mum this week

"Bayley is our four year old Staffy Cross. I got her from the Wellington SPCA at six months old. She loves the beach, playing and chasing her other dog friends, and her favourite toy."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email … View more
Karen Gerrie is the proud mum this week

"Bayley is our four year old Staffy Cross. I got her from the Wellington SPCA at six months old. She loves the beach, playing and chasing her other dog friends, and her favourite toy."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

1342 days ago

Street name honouring Māori Battalion commander

Reporter Community News

Lieutenant Colonel Eruera Te Whiti o Rongomai Love​’s destiny was to stay with his fallen men in Africa, but a new street name honouring him marks a spiritual return home, his granddaughter says.
On Friday, Eruera Love Ln was unveiled by three of its namesake’s great-grandchildren at a new … View more
Lieutenant Colonel Eruera Te Whiti o Rongomai Love​’s destiny was to stay with his fallen men in Africa, but a new street name honouring him marks a spiritual return home, his granddaughter says.
On Friday, Eruera Love Ln was unveiled by three of its namesake’s great-grandchildren at a new townhouse development in Lower Hutt.

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1342 days ago

Apples

Jane from Naenae

Morning neighbours.An the little girl waits to hear where our Tomatoes are.How ever i have a replacement,20kg Boxes Apples ready to be picked up n ready for you at the Pataka 12:30pm.10 boxes fifs 1per person.plze send ur order asap nga mihi

1343 days ago

Resene Upcyling Awards - Start Submitting!

Resene

Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations 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 want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View more
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations 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 want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Get Upcycling now

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1343 days ago

FREE dehumidifier!

Angela from Naenae

FREE dehumidifier! Hi neighbours I have this old dehumidifier that I haven’t used in a year since I moved. It is old but still works. 20L capacity and it cuts off when it’s full. It has a quiet (but not silent) mode and clothes drying mode.

Free

1343 days ago

CANDLES!!!!

Jen from Waiwhetu

I am trying to start a small business selling homemade candles from scratch please message me for details! below are pictures of the batches i’ve made so far

Free

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1343 days ago

Knit A Stitch Workshops

Jenny from Hutt Central

Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Do you enjoy a glass of wine, or crackers and cheese? Why not join Knit a Stitch workshops! Great for Mental health and Wellbeing.
Registrations are now open for the next round of workshops starting in May.
For more information see the link below or email … View more
Have you ever wanted to learn to knit? Do you enjoy a glass of wine, or crackers and cheese? Why not join Knit a Stitch workshops! Great for Mental health and Wellbeing.
Registrations are now open for the next round of workshops starting in May.
For more information see the link below or email createdbycraftychick@gmail.com
Don't be shy, give it a go, you will love it!

www.meetup.com...

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1344 days ago

Got fibre broadband at your place?

The Team from Chorus

Fibre is the preferred broadband choice that Kiwis use to connect to the internet. Join them and enjoy the congestion-free network for hassle-free video calling, emailing and speedy online banking! Did you know 87% of NZ now has access to the fibre broadband network?

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Fibre is the preferred broadband choice that Kiwis use to connect to the internet. Join them and enjoy the congestion-free network for hassle-free video calling, emailing and speedy online banking! Did you know 87% of NZ now has access to the fibre broadband network?

Check your address at chorus.co.nz to see if you can get New Zealand’s fastest, most reliable broadband at your place.
Check your address

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1344 days ago

Say NO to short car trips

EECA

Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transportView more
Transport is our beautiful country's biggest carbon emitter. In fact, car trips under two kilometres, like popping to the shops, make up nearly 1/3 of our drives — an average of 12 per household per week.

So we're encouraging Kiwis to consider climate-friendly modes of transport such as biking, scooting and walking when making trips under two kilometres.

That's why we've launched the ShopPack - a New Zealand-first backpack-style reusable shopping bag to let you keep your hands free on the move.
Find out more

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