Korokoro, Lower Hutt

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538 days ago

Poll: Should all homes have curtains?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid… View more
Even well-insulated homes can lose up to 45% of the room's heat without having adequate curtains. This is why Curtain Banks are in high demand at this time of year.

A petition is circulating to get curtains added as part of the Healthy Homes Standards in the hopes of helping renters avoid living in cold, damp conditions. Do you think curtains should be mandatory for New Zealand homes?

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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Should all homes have curtains?
  • 78.5% Yes - it should be a must
    78.5% Complete
  • 13.9% No - it should be up to the landlord
    13.9% Complete
  • 7.6% I'd need more information
    7.6% Complete
2481 votes
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536 days ago

Explosions?

Denise from Johnsonville

Does anyone know what the booms were in the region of the Shelley Bay fire? Lots of smoke and sparks....

535 days ago

NOT TRIED OUR DOUGHNUTS BEFORE?

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

A couple of changes for this weekend's doughnut range. NOT Kitkat Toffee BUT Crunchie Toffee, NOT Mango w Golden Crunch BUT Mango with Buttered Shortbread.
After out MASSIVE SALE last time out, we're going for '300'.
Don't want to miss out? Go to our website for … View more
A couple of changes for this weekend's doughnut range. NOT Kitkat Toffee BUT Crunchie Toffee, NOT Mango w Golden Crunch BUT Mango with Buttered Shortbread.
After out MASSIVE SALE last time out, we're going for '300'.
Don't want to miss out? Go to our website for pre-ordering!!
Order before the cut off for this Saturday's doughnut fest (8pm on Friday).
Not tried our doughnuts before? We use a sourdough starter base and a slow fermentation for maximum flavour profile, chewy but yet soft texture, not overly sweet fillings, and finished with home-made frostings, nothing shop bought!!

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536 days ago

AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa

Chamber Music New Zealand

Combining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions … View more
Combining electronic sounds with taonga puoro (traditional Māori instruments) and other musical elements, AWE weave together the sounds of Aotearoa with the musical textures of their imagination.

Their music creates unique experiences for audiences of all ages, drawing on musical traditions both new and old, stories past and present, and bringing together different cultural practices and perspectives. The concert will feature material from their debut album as well as new improvisational pieces, where listeners are encouraged to move beyond convention into new sonic territory.
Find out more

557 days ago

New Pre-ordering service coming soon

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

We're launching a pre-ordering service onto our website at #familykitchenwithmark. This means everyone can purchase regardless of where they're living.
To avoid sell outs and have the opportunity to choose from all 5 flavours of delicious artisan sourdough doughnuts and more, … View more
We're launching a pre-ordering service onto our website at #familykitchenwithmark. This means everyone can purchase regardless of where they're living.
To avoid sell outs and have the opportunity to choose from all 5 flavours of delicious artisan sourdough doughnuts and more, you'll soon be able to pre-order and PICK-UP at the event. Special offers on boxes. $20 for 4 doughnuts PLUS we have our box of a dozen.
***We launch in the next few days***

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545 days ago

Where and When can I purchase these Artisan Doughnuts?

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

Our doughnutfest events are advertised on my Facebook page (see the attached link) with dates for all upcoming events.
I also post the most recent event onto my website.
Follow me on Facebook or Instagram or Neighbourly to A) support the business, B)ask any culinary questions or ask for … View more
Our doughnutfest events are advertised on my Facebook page (see the attached link) with dates for all upcoming events.
I also post the most recent event onto my website.
Follow me on Facebook or Instagram or Neighbourly to A) support the business, B)ask any culinary questions or ask for inspiration, C)take advantage of any upcoming sales and culinary packages, D)join in the fun for all things culinary.

537 days ago

Do you have a Bright Spot in your neighbourhood?

Resene

The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots… View more
The skies might be grey but there's colour in our communities - and we want to see it!

Resene and Neighbourly have teamed up this winter to bring you Bright Spots - a celebration of the brightest and most colourful spaces in our neighbourhoods. We want you to snap and share all those spots in your neighbourhood that bring a smile to your face and add a little colour to your day.

There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!

Enter your local bright spots pics today and be in to *WIN*.
Share a Bright Spot!

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537 days ago

Messy Gardens

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

The grass is overgrown, the bushes are too,
The flowers grow out of place, just like they want to do,
It's a battle I can't win, no matter how I try,
I'II leave my garden as is, and let natures choice try !
Call us today on 0272430951

542 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty … View more
Another image from Rosa Marie. This week we feature a starling having a bath.

"A great day for getting out and about, so it was off to Silverstream armed with my hiking boots as I knew the track would be really muddy! I couldn't clap eyes on any kingfishers today but there was plenty of other birdlife, and most of them seemed to be performing ablutions including a fantail (unfortunately he was well hidden when he was bathing so the photo isn't very good!)."

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537 days ago

Flavours of Doughnuts for this weekend's DOUGHNUTFEST

Mark from Family Kitchen with Mark

Greetings everyone.
This weekend's doughnutfest is at Newland's college this Saturday from 8:30- 1pm. Pre-ordering is available from our website. If you'd prefer to pick up your order after the event, leave us a message in the 'special requirements' box.
Mango Cheesecake… View more
Greetings everyone.
This weekend's doughnutfest is at Newland's college this Saturday from 8:30- 1pm. Pre-ordering is available from our website. If you'd prefer to pick up your order after the event, leave us a message in the 'special requirements' box.
Mango Cheesecake with Golden Crunch
Raspberry with Yoghurt Glaze
Chocolate with Vanilla Custard
Apple with Cinnamon Sugar
KitKat Toffee Cream.
We also have Blueberry Sourdough Sweet Scrolls with Lemon Icing available.

538 days ago

Interested in a career in Midwifery?

Otago Polytechnic

Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start … View more
Study Midwifery from one of our North Island satellite areas.

Work with women/pregnant people and midwives within a month of starting your degree. Study a proven degree and learn from leading midwifery educators.

$2000 North Island Midwifery Scholarship for all new year 1 learners who start our Bachelor of Midwifery degree in our Greater Wellington, Whanganui, or Palmerston North satellites.

If you’d like to talk to our educators and learn more about our programme, we have Information Evenings in June.

Whanganui · Tuesday 20 June · 5.30pm
Hutt Valley · Tuesday 20 June · 6pm
Palmerston North · Wednesday 21 June · 6pm
Porirua · Thursday 29 June · 6pm

Visit our website for locations and more details. We hope to see you there!
Find out more

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538 days ago

Crosstrainer surplus to requirements

Rick from Johnsonville

Its been in storage for a while but we walk just about every day at Cambourne so dont really need it now ...Has hardly been used just has a bit of dust on it now

Price: $45

539 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
Learn more

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539 days ago

FASHION FOR CURVEACEOUS WOMEN

Debs from Petone

New and preloved
Clothing, shoes, jewellery, handbags
Sizes 16 to 32
Be early for Designer Brands

SATURDAY JUNE 24 10am - 2pm
Waikanae Memorial Hall (small hall)
Pehi Kupa St, Waikanae
CASH ONLY NO EFTPOS

Negotiable

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539 days ago

FASHION FOR CURVACEOUS WOMAN

Debs from Petone

New & preloved
Clothing, Shoes, jewellery & handbags
Sizes 16 to 32
Be early for Designer Brands
Saturday June 24, 10am - 2pm
Waikanae Memorial Hall (small hall)
Pehi Kupa St, Waikanae
CASH ONLY - NO EFTPOS

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