Kelson, Lower Hutt

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2538 days ago

Review: Sweet Vanilla Kitchen

The Team from Stuff Dining Reviews

This award-winning cafe serves up classic Kiwi cafe fare with flair and a homey vibe. Our very own Kylie Klein Nixon gave it 4 stars. Do you agree?

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2536 days ago

Great Christmas gift ideas!

Shop Wellington

Bolton Hotel - Share the holiday cheer with a Bolton Hotel gift voucher!
Justine's Cookies - Delight your soul & waistline with this great gift!
Trade Aid Shop - #GiveGoodGifts - it’s as simple as choosing where to shop.
Wellington Fireplace - Secure your outdoor area today.

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2536 days ago

3 Tips for surviving the silly season with family

Ann from Relationship Wellbeing Specialist

1.Practice holding your tongue with relatives.
We all what it's like to spend time with relatives that are odd, you dislike, or you just don't get on with.
If you notice yourself becoming irritated, argumentative, remove yourself from the situation.
Removing yourself from the situation… View more
1.Practice holding your tongue with relatives.
We all what it's like to spend time with relatives that are odd, you dislike, or you just don't get on with.
If you notice yourself becoming irritated, argumentative, remove yourself from the situation.
Removing yourself from the situation will mean that your Christmas won't be remembered for the wrong reasons.

2.Don't open old wounds by bring up the past
All families carry unfinished business..
It won't be productive, and you"ll likely just inflame the situation while ruining Christmas for everyone.

3.Reflect on what you want to say before you say it
You might have heard this in the news about this controversial quote below:
Justine Sacco... Tweeted.... Going to Africa. Hope I don't get AIDS. Just Kidding. I'm white!
This is a great example of someone saying without reflecting.
The same goes for you during the Christmas/festive season.

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2536 days ago

Catch a selfie with Santa this weekend...

Harvey Norman

Hey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo … View moreHey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit here.

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2539 days ago

Poll: How's your hay fever?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

New Zealand - warm, humid, stormy and grassy - is already one of the worst countries for hay fever and with the recent hot weather, it looks set to get worse with pollen and other allergens thriving in the humid conditions. Do you suffer from hay fever and if so, have you found this summer worse … View moreNew Zealand - warm, humid, stormy and grassy - is already one of the worst countries for hay fever and with the recent hot weather, it looks set to get worse with pollen and other allergens thriving in the humid conditions. Do you suffer from hay fever and if so, have you found this summer worse than usual? Let us know. Comments may be used in print unless marked NFP (not for print)

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How's your hay fever?
  • 51.6% Yes I suffer from hay fever and it's been worse than usual
    51.6% Complete
  • 14% I don't usually suffer but have been affected recently
    14% Complete
  • 17.2% Yes I get hay fever but it's been the same as in previous years
    17.2% Complete
  • 12.9% I never get hay fever
    12.9% Complete
  • 4.3% Other - let us know in the comments below
    4.3% Complete
93 votes
2536 days ago

White Ribbon Family Fun Day

Ron from Wallaceville - Whitemans Valley

Wow what a great day we had on the 26th, the weather was perfect with a bit of cloud cover so it wasn't too hot, all our wonderful stakeholders, speakers and artists turned up to share their contribution to the Message of White Ribbon, 22 White Ribbon Riders on their Big Bikes arrived and the … View moreWow what a great day we had on the 26th, the weather was perfect with a bit of cloud cover so it wasn't too hot, all our wonderful stakeholders, speakers and artists turned up to share their contribution to the Message of White Ribbon, 22 White Ribbon Riders on their Big Bikes arrived and the community showed up big time.
We want to thank all the contributors and community for being part of this great cause and hope we all came away a little more committed to Stop Violence Against Women.
Have a great Christmas, respecting one another and we look forward to seeing you all next year.

The Organising Committee

2537 days ago

Your Homed intro...

Colleen O'Hanlon Reporter from Homed

Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a … View more
Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a fabulous or interesting home you'd like to share with your neighbours and our audience.

Otherwise, stay posted for great ideas coming your way. You can find us at www.homed.co.nz... and hear a little more from me in the video.

Bye for now.

2537 days ago

Kids Gone Fishin DAY

Prevention Team from Wellington District Police

The Blue Light and KP Marine ' Kids Gone Fishin Day' event is on again March 2018.

See attached poster for dates/times and registration details.

Gone Fishing 2018 Poster v2.pdf Download View

2537 days ago

Parcel Leave - for first time delivery

NZ Post

Are you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice … View moreAre you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice and dry.
Sign up for Parcel Leave now.
Sign up for Parcel Leave

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2537 days ago

The Neighbourly Christmas Elves have gone NUTS

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if … View more
Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if you, or your neighbour have won something special from us!
Are you a winner?

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2563 days ago

Lower Hutt housing

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Are the days of the pavlova paradise over? The council wants to hear your say.
Comments may be used in print unless marked NFP (not for print).

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2538 days ago

Buy four get fifth curry free

Masala Village

buy four full curries/baryani and get fifth one free with garlic naan and rice

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2538 days ago

Join our Christmas 1 day sale celebrations this Thursday

SuperValue New Zealand

Hi neighbours! As part of our Christmas celebrations, we're holding a Christmas 1 DAY SALE this Thursday 7th Dec! Pop in and see us to get a whole heap of awesome savings and gear up for the festive season ahead. We have Ryans cooked ham for $7.99 kg, Bouton D'or cheese for $1.99 each, … View moreHi neighbours! As part of our Christmas celebrations, we're holding a Christmas 1 DAY SALE this Thursday 7th Dec! Pop in and see us to get a whole heap of awesome savings and gear up for the festive season ahead. We have Ryans cooked ham for $7.99 kg, Bouton D'or cheese for $1.99 each, plus loads more. We look forward to seeing you in-store! Find out more

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2538 days ago

Are you concerned about violence in New Zealand?

White Ribbon

Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find … View more
Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find out how to talk to your sons and use our Toolboxes at www.whiteribbon.org.nz or watch the film ‘Raise Our Men’ which provides an insight into how men are socialised into using violence. Help us end men’s violence towards women now.
Download the Toolboxes

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2539 days ago

Katherine Mansfield House & Garden

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take an armchair tour of a restored heritage garden in one of Wellington's oldest suburbs. "This is a garden to wander in at leisure and imagine yourself immersed in a bygone era..." writes our columnist Julian Matthews.

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