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Due to the success of the Riverbank Market we will be trialling a new layout during February. From Saturday 3 February you will be able to enter the Market from the south end of the Riverbank Car Park at Daly Street. The north end at Rutherford Street will be exit only.
For more information … View moreDue to the success of the Riverbank Market we will be trialling a new layout during February. From Saturday 3 February you will be able to enter the Market from the south end of the Riverbank Car Park at Daly Street. The north end at Rutherford Street will be exit only.
For more information please go to www.huttcity.govt.nz/riverbank-market
Hutt City Council is starting public consultation as part of its work to strengthen protections for Lower Hutt’s natural heritage.
There are currently only limited safeguards in Council’s District Plan for these valuable landscapes and ecological and coastal areas.
Council will now talk to … View moreHutt City Council is starting public consultation as part of its work to strengthen protections for Lower Hutt’s natural heritage.
There are currently only limited safeguards in Council’s District Plan for these valuable landscapes and ecological and coastal areas.
Council will now talk to landowners whose land has been identified as having a potential area of significance. Council also hopes to discuss with landowners and interested members of the public about ways to protect and manage these natural areas for future generations.
More information via the link below.
Open homes are an important way to catch the eye of potential buyers and invite them to fall in love with your property. Here are 10 top tips to ensure your home makes the right kind of first impression with house hunters.
1. De-personalise
Buyers want to picture themselves living in a … View moreOpen homes are an important way to catch the eye of potential buyers and invite them to fall in love with your property. Here are 10 top tips to ensure your home makes the right kind of first impression with house hunters.
1. De-personalise
Buyers want to picture themselves living in a property, so remove anything that’s too personal, like family photos.
2. De-clutter
Less is more. Remove ornaments that make the place feel cluttered, keep the kitchen benches clear and get rid of the pile of coats or shoes you usually keep by the front door.
3. Lighten up
Make the place feel open and inviting by turning the lights on and opening curtains and blinds. On a sunny day open doors leading to outdoor entertaining areas.
4. Think about the small things
Small touches can make all the difference. Remove your half-empty shampoo bottles from the shower, tuck away your toothbrushes, remove washing from the line and pop the toilet seat down.
5. Amp up the street appeal
Make the right kind of first impression by ensuring the front of your property is tidy and well presented. A fresh lick of paint on the front fence and waterblasting the front deck are easy ways of making the place look its best. Consider hiring some eye-catching potted plants to cost-effectively add a drop of style.
6. Clean up
It might seem obvious, but give the place a thorough spring clean. That includes organising the insides of your cupboards and wardrobes as house hunters will take a peek inside.
7. Think about your pets
Sure, your family loves Oscar the poodle, but potential buyers might not. Get the carpet shampooed to remove any odours and keep your pets off the property during open homes.
8. Make every room count
Buyers won’t be able to picture themselves hosting a dinner party if your dining room is piled high with storage boxes or filing cabinets. Make sure every room is selling itself. Put beds in all the bedrooms and clear out the “stuff” that has collected in your garage.
9. Fix everything on your “I’ll get around to it” list
Is the latch on the front gate broken? Does the lock on the bathroom door not work? Have old screws left holes in the wall? Patch up and repair the small issues around your home, so buyers see the property’s potential and not the list of DIY they’ll have to sign up to.
10. Home staging
Consider hiring a professional staging company to really bring your house to life. Interior design know-how goes a long way in making a home look its best. A statement couch and on-trend accessories can help your property feel more modern, increasing the emotional appeal of the property in the buyer’s mind.
Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.
We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.
Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Hi neighbours, we're having a huge sale on Sleepyhead beds! Amazing deals storewide. Hurry as time is running out. Visit instore and online to view the massive range of quality Sleepyhead beds and bedheads, along with fashionable bunk sets.
Available at Paula's Furniture and Beds - … View moreHi neighbours, we're having a huge sale on Sleepyhead beds! Amazing deals storewide. Hurry as time is running out. Visit instore and online to view the massive range of quality Sleepyhead beds and bedheads, along with fashionable bunk sets.
Available at Paula's Furniture and Beds - Paraparaumu and Beds R Us - Harvey Norman Centre Lower Hutt. Be quick to take advantage of the huge savings!
13 CLAPHAM GROVE STOKES VALLEY
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10th
10AM-1PM
LOTS OF KID’S STUFF
GREAT PRICES
MOVING SO WE WANT IT ALL GONE!
Geoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island from Sunday 11th February until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old … View moreGeoff Brown and Eric Jackson of Antique & Collectable Buyers Limited are buying throughout the North Island from Sunday 11th February until Monday 5th March.
We are looking to purchase your unwanted antiques, collectables and precious metals such as old and broken gold and silver, old coins, banknotes, medals, quality china, old pocket and wristwatches, in fact anything old or interesting.
For further details call Eric toll free on 0800 00 24 25 or Geoff on 0800 700 010. Both Eric and Geoff are fully licensed, each with over 35 years industry experience.
Open the pdf for locations, dates and times near you.
Antique & Collectable Buyers times and locations.pdf Download View
Thinking of installing a shower in your bathroom, I'd recommend checking out this product to make sure you are doing everything to protect your shower lining and walls from water damage for $98.
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Hi guys just wanting to know if anyone has any red bricks that they would like to get rid of?
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Are you interested in hosting a Neighbours Day event in your area? Need a hand with brainstorming ideas? or want to help us make this event even better? Then come along to one of our workshops in Lower Hutt and Wellington
Well, the holiday season is well and truly over but the fine weather is still with us. There are still many more sunshine rays to soak up so the weekenders will still be out in force.
The kids are back to school and mum and dad back to work. Life returns to normal for another year.
This all … View moreWell, the holiday season is well and truly over but the fine weather is still with us. There are still many more sunshine rays to soak up so the weekenders will still be out in force.
The kids are back to school and mum and dad back to work. Life returns to normal for another year.
This all means that the roads are still going to be busy and congested and we all need to continue to be vigilant about road safety.
Needless to say, to be safe on the roads you need to have safe driving habits and this starts from the very first day of driver training.
So if you have teenagers about to train for their driving licence, do them a favour and ensure they get the right training. How they are trained now will be ingrained into their driving habits for the rest of their lives.
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