Korokoro, Lower Hutt

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

990 days ago

Happy Easter

The Team from Red Cross Shop Petone

We are closed today Sunday but open tomorrow at 10am. Hope to see you in the shop its full of warm clothing that you need right now!

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991 days ago

Extra School Holiday Art Classes at Petone's Seaside Art & Gift Gallery

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

This view of Matiu / Somes Island from Lowry Bay is one of five subjects to choose from for the April School Holidays and May. This could be the most rewarding activity youth could do these holidays, at the end of a two class, they will leave with their masterpiece and a beaming smile. If parents,… View moreThis view of Matiu / Somes Island from Lowry Bay is one of five subjects to choose from for the April School Holidays and May. This could be the most rewarding activity youth could do these holidays, at the end of a two class, they will leave with their masterpiece and a beaming smile. If parents, uncles/aunts or grandparents are also keen to join, there are also a couple of family painting classes to choose from.
bookwhen.com/artspace to find out more.

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992 days ago

Innerspring Mattresses

Aiyaz from Johnsonville

2 x innerspring mattresses
They have come off trundler bed. In fair- good condition.
2m x 1.2 m x 26cm
1.9m x 95cm x 26cm
Can deliver close to Johnsonville.
Available individually or together.
Price is for both

Price: $200

992 days ago

Lemons for sale

Hayden from Johnsonville

Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free lemoms off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons.


We noticed that the local supermarket are selling these at $13/1kg so we will sell them in 1kg bags for $5 as they do … View more
Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free lemoms off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons.


We noticed that the local supermarket are selling these at $13/1kg so we will sell them in 1kg bags for $5 as they do have some diseased spots.


Picture shows 1kg worth of lemons with a tennis ball for size reference.


Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more info. Thanks

Price: $5

992 days ago

Feijoas for sale

Hayden from Johnsonville

Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free feijoas off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons.


We noticed that the local supermarket are selling these at $8.50/1kg so we will sell them in 1kg bags for $5.


Picture … View more
Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free feijoas off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons.


We noticed that the local supermarket are selling these at $8.50/1kg so we will sell them in 1kg bags for $5.


Picture shows 1kg worth of feijoas with a tennis ball for size reference.


Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more info. Thanks

Price: $5

992 days ago

Apples for sale

Hayden from Johnsonville

Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free apples off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons. These apples are lovely in apple baking or lightly stewed with a little bit of sugar.


We noticed that the local … View more
Hi everyone,

My 14 year-old sister and I have some freshly-picked, pesticide-free apples off our trees that she would like to sell to earn some money for her dancing lessons. These apples are lovely in apple baking or lightly stewed with a little bit of sugar.


We noticed that the local supermarket are selling these at $5.49/1.5kg so we will sell them in 2kg bags for $5.


Picture shows 1kg worth of apples with a tennis ball for size reference.


Please PM me or email me at haydenthemonkey@gmail.com for more info. Thanks

Price: $5

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993 days ago

COMPUTER SCREEN/MONITOR URGENTLY NEEDED

Margaret from Paparangi

Hi does anyone have an Acer computer monitor compatible with an Acer Veriton Desktop or apparently one from a different make will suffice so long as it is compatible. I am disabled and run two screens at the same time as I find it easier, my second screen is kaput and I require one urgently so if … View moreHi does anyone have an Acer computer monitor compatible with an Acer Veriton Desktop or apparently one from a different make will suffice so long as it is compatible. I am disabled and run two screens at the same time as I find it easier, my second screen is kaput and I require one urgently so if you have one lying around or a spare please contact me.

993 days ago

April School Holiday Art Classes at Artspace Gallery

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

A selection of five local scenes to choose from for the next school holiday art classes at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Foreshore. $25 includes all materials provided and at the end of the two hour lesson your youth walk out with their completed masterpiece to be proud of. This could be the most … View moreA selection of five local scenes to choose from for the next school holiday art classes at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Foreshore. $25 includes all materials provided and at the end of the two hour lesson your youth walk out with their completed masterpiece to be proud of. This could be the most rewarding activity they could do these holidays and gives mums and dads a chance to have a coffee break.

To find out more or to book -
bookwhen.com...

993 days ago

Point Howard slip points to bigger problem.

Reporter Community News

Have you reported a leak and what has been your experience.
A report relapsed this week on the recent Pt Howard slip found
duplicate reports of leaks to council might have impeded the timely prioritisation of a fixing a leaking water pipe.
The large landslip took a chunk out of Howard Rd in … View more
Have you reported a leak and what has been your experience.
A report relapsed this week on the recent Pt Howard slip found
duplicate reports of leaks to council might have impeded the timely prioritisation of a fixing a leaking water pipe.
The large landslip took a chunk out of Howard Rd in mid-March, leaving 165 homes without power and drinking water. Residents of the Lower Hutt suburb described the situation as “100% preventable” having raised the alarm about the leaking water main several times.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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996 days ago

Do you know any 'Boomerang Babies'?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our … View moreIn previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our communities and have you noticed it in yours?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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993 days ago

Stokes Valley home demolished

Reporter Community News

Former Olympic rower Viv Haar could only stand and watch as his “forever home” of 35 years was demolished.
The house owned by Viv and Janet haar was this week demolished after suffering damage in a slip in July 2022.

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993 days ago

COMPUTER MONITOR/SCREEN URGENTLY NEEDED

Margaret from Paparangi

Hi does anyone have an Acer computer monitor compatible with an Acer Veriton Desktop or apparently one from a different make will suffice so long as it is compatible. I am disabled and run two screens at the same time as I fine it easier, my second screen is kaput and I require one urgently so if … View moreHi does anyone have an Acer computer monitor compatible with an Acer Veriton Desktop or apparently one from a different make will suffice so long as it is compatible. I am disabled and run two screens at the same time as I fine it easier, my second screen is kaput and I require one urgently so if you have one lying around or a spare please contact me.

993 days ago

Grab an epic broadband and power deal!

The Team from NZ Compare

The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe … View more
The NZ Compare Easter Bunny has been busy delivering some epic deals on BROADBAND and POWER!

No chocolate in sight, these treats are better! How about unlimited broadband starting from $62/m with 6 months FREE Prime Video PLUS a chance to WIN 1 of 6 $300 Prezzy Cards with 2degrees? Maybe you’d like to bundle and get your first 2 months of broadband FREE with Electric Kiwi! Or sink your teeth into a $100 welcome credit with Flick.

There is more so hop to it Neighbours before they go!
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994 days ago

Titahi Bay Easter Market on Good Friday

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

This will be our first experience at this Titahi Bay market and we're looking forward to it. Five flavours of artisan doughnuts plus our new product: Sourdough Chelsea Bun.
Our celebratory doughnut for Easter: Cadbury's Cream Egg with White Chocolate Creameux.
Opens at 10 am and runs … View more
This will be our first experience at this Titahi Bay market and we're looking forward to it. Five flavours of artisan doughnuts plus our new product: Sourdough Chelsea Bun.
Our celebratory doughnut for Easter: Cadbury's Cream Egg with White Chocolate Creameux.
Opens at 10 am and runs till 3 pm on Friday, 7th April.

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1020 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week it is a beautiful ruru from Kelson photographer Andrew Gorrie.

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