Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1566 days ago

Join the kerbside conversation

The team from Hutt City Council

Want more space for your recycling?

We have some options to make kerbside rubbish and recycling better in Lower Hutt, and it would be great to know what you think.

Visit us to find out more and give your feedback.
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1567 days ago

Raw Honey on Tap in Porirua

Hive World NZ

Hive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey

Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It … View more
Hive World Honey is shifting into new customer-friendly premises at 16 Wall Place, Porirua, on the 3rd of August. Bring your favourite container or purchase one of our refillable glass jars with your choice of beautiful raw New Zealand honey

Raw honey is pure honey straight from the hive. It contains all the health-enriching enzymes, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that bees store in natures original sweetener.

Explore our growing range of bee products as well as everything you need to keep your own bees, right here in Porirua.
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1568 days ago

Want to help create kinder connected communities?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card Take the survey

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1571 days ago

How the Office for Seniors can help

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View more
Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!

For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...

Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...

We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...

We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...

Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...

We know some people don't like Facebook, and that's ok. If you have an account, you can like our page for regular updates, and some fun stuff too! : www.facebook.com...

If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz

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1570 days ago

Join the kerbside conversation

The team from Hutt City Council

Looking to downsize your rubbish bin and pay less?

We have some options to make kerbside rubbish and recycling better in Lower Hutt, and it would be great to know what you think.

Visit us to find out more and give your feedback.
Find out more

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1573 days ago

Are you feeling lonely a lot of the time, or are you socially isolated?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If you're happy to be interviewed and identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1571 days ago

Do you need pruning and gardening tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored … View moreIn this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored harvests.

Make your own Modernist crate chair inspired by iconic Dutch furniture designer and architect Gerrit Reitveld in 1934. Plus go in the draw for Yates Sow Anytime Lawn Seed and ‘Café au Lait’ dahlias from Bulbs Direct.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1571 days ago

Have you got a homegrown hero in your neighbourhood?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Last year, Tracy Johnson was a nominated finalist in our Gardener of the Year competition for using her backyard to grow food for her community. Now, NZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! So if you know more amazing gardeners like … View moreLast year, Tracy Johnson was a nominated finalist in our Gardener of the Year competition for using her backyard to grow food for her community. Now, NZ Gardener and Ryman Healthcare are on the hunt for our 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year! So if you know more amazing gardeners like Tracy, let us know. Here's how you can do that: www.stuff.co.nz...

1571 days ago

Help us support the growth of stronger families.

Hutt Valley Women's Refuge

This week the Hutt Valley Womens Refuge has launched a fundraising and awareness campaign calling for support for their work in growing stronger families.

To start we are running our annual appeal over these days : July 31- August 2. The money raised will go towards supporting women and families… View more
This week the Hutt Valley Womens Refuge has launched a fundraising and awareness campaign calling for support for their work in growing stronger families.

To start we are running our annual appeal over these days : July 31- August 2. The money raised will go towards supporting women and families affected by family violence in our communities. We have some of the highest statistics in the country and we are stepping up to address this.

So look out for the collectors at a supermarket near you!
Donate today

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