Korokoro, Lower Hutt

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530 days ago

Heritage Hutt old photos.

Sandra from Normandale

Knowing where you came from enables YOU to move forward.
My dad was a panel beater at NZ Motor Bodies and also Munt and Cotterill in Petone. He fixed vintage cars in his retirement.

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532 days ago

What are your winter-warming hacks?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.

What do you do to prepare for winter? … View more
June is upon us, so it's well and truly time to hunker down for the colder temperatures. For some across Aotearoa, this just means a second duvet on the bed. And for others, it's defrosting your car windscreen daily and bringing out the heaters.

What do you do to prepare for winter? Share your tips for staying warm and dry, and for making the most of the chillier season.

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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528 days ago

Our boxes of artisan doughnuts are the perfect gift for someone special

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

This Saturday from 8:30am - 1pm we're selling sourdough doughnuts at Newland's college netball games to the left of the school grounds in the training area.
Everyone is welcome to come and purchase.
We have pre-ordering from our website. Pick up at the event of pre-order and pick up … View more
This Saturday from 8:30am - 1pm we're selling sourdough doughnuts at Newland's college netball games to the left of the school grounds in the training area.
Everyone is welcome to come and purchase.
We have pre-ordering from our website. Pick up at the event of pre-order and pick up after 1:30pm.
5 fabulous flavour combinations.
Have a look at our website for a full list of flavours for this weekend.

530 days ago

Unlocking Sam’s potential

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Sam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.

After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident … View more
Sam was disengaged and struggling to find meaning in his daily routine of attending school, doing chores, and playing video games. Then, he was invited to join a Graeme Dingle Foundation programme, which introduced him to the outdoors.

After the wilderness adventure, Sam became more confident and self-assured, and his teachers noticed a positive change in his sociability and willingness to ask questions in class.

He developed a "give-it-a-go" attitude. Inspired by his newfound passion for the outdoors, Sam plans to join the New Zealand Defence Force after finishing school.

Support young people like Sam by donating today.
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530 days ago

Recycling alternatives for your whānau

Hutt City Council

While these items can’t go into your yellow-top recycling bin, you can take your:

Food waste to Common Unity’s community compost drop-off at 310 Waiwhetū Road, Fairfield -

Find out more information, including what the team will take, at www.commonunityproject.org.nz/compost

Batteries … View more
While these items can’t go into your yellow-top recycling bin, you can take your:

Food waste to Common Unity’s community compost drop-off at 310 Waiwhetū Road, Fairfield -

Find out more information, including what the team will take, at www.commonunityproject.org.nz/compost

Batteries to ITRecycla at Units 1-3, 101 Gracefield Road, Gracefield -

Head to www.itrecycla.co.nz/battery-recycling to find out more!

Soft plastics to The Packaging Forum's Soft Plastic Recycling bins -

Find all the bin locations at www.recycling.kiwi.nz/store-locator
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531 days ago

Attention! Why Your Insurance Premiums are on the rise!

The Team from NZ Compare

Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!

Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money CompareView more
Hey Neighbours, don't let rising living costs and surging insurance premiums in 2023 leave you uninsured! Renewing your policies without first checking if the price has increased, could lead to bigger bills. Let's avoid that!

Explore alternative insurance providers now. Money Compare consolidates all major insurers and their key features in one place, making searching for new providers easy. They offer fantastic deals like one month of FREE car insurance, PLUS a helpful team to assist you in reviewing your health and life insurance coverage, to ensure you're on the best policy. Take charge of your insurance today by reviewing your policies!
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531 days ago

Last chance to buy tickets!

Heart Foundation

Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and… View more
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this brand new, fully furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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531 days ago

"Crafternoon Tea"

Nicola Collins from Women of Worth

Winter is here, and burr the temperature is getting low, but the good news is, with a new season, brings new opportunities to learn new skills.
The Soroptimist International Lower Hutt club are running a fundraising "Crafternoon Tea" event, at the Avalon Public Hall - Saturday 24th … View more
Winter is here, and burr the temperature is getting low, but the good news is, with a new season, brings new opportunities to learn new skills.
The Soroptimist International Lower Hutt club are running a fundraising "Crafternoon Tea" event, at the Avalon Public Hall - Saturday 24th June with all ticket sales being donated to us here at Women of Worth! Amazing, thank you!
Your support is so appreciated and helps us out with our purpose - "To provide ways founded on personal worth, for women in Aotearoa New Zealand to make the changes they desire in their lives".

It's going to be a fun filled day, what a great way to "fill up your cup" by getting your creative juices flowing!
Details below:

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531 days ago

Free pink musical baby swing

Janet from Woburn

Pink musical baby swing in good condition, but we have lost electricity cable so you would have to buy 6 volt electrical cable

Free

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532 days ago

4 complete 1000 piece jigsaw puzzles

Patricia from Johnsonville

You can buy singly @ $5 each if you wish.

Price: $20

535 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week a contribution from Louise Thomas.

"Probably my favourite ducky-type bird. The colour-ways are understated and sophisticated, with a pop of bright red and green. They often climb low hanging trees over water and stand on one leg and look extremely chill doing it. Grey … View more
This week a contribution from Louise Thomas.

"Probably my favourite ducky-type bird. The colour-ways are understated and sophisticated, with a pop of bright red and green. They often climb low hanging trees over water and stand on one leg and look extremely chill doing it. Grey teal/tētē-moroiti (Anas gracilis) on Henley Lake in Masterton. Bird #40 in 2023."

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534 days ago
535 days ago

Your adventures change, the fees won’t

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*some conditions apply
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539 days ago

Chicken for pets

Irma from Johnsonville

We are about to reno the shed and our ladies need to go. 6 of them 4-odd years old and as far as ladies all go, we start egging less as we age regardless of species! When the weather gets warmer, it's like Easter surprise everyday however! Who wants them or know anyone who may want pets? The … View moreWe are about to reno the shed and our ladies need to go. 6 of them 4-odd years old and as far as ladies all go, we start egging less as we age regardless of species! When the weather gets warmer, it's like Easter surprise everyday however! Who wants them or know anyone who may want pets? The last round we had to sell away our last troop, some kind lady got them and bought them a xylophone to play with. Isn't that an idea?! $100 please, danke! Whatever food is left, you will get that too.

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