Maungaraki, Lower Hutt

1292 days ago

Indoor pot plant holder

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Make your own indoor planter and paint it in your favourite bold Resene colour to bring a bit of nature indoors to enjoy year round.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1294 days ago

Bonus Pet of the Day: Meet Boston

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter … View more
This is such a good pic, I thought I had to use it.

"Thought we would send this shot to you. It is classic and so suits his personality.
Boston enjoying being on holiday in Waikanae, pending his move back to Australia. Here is hoping QLD is going to open the border up soon. Charlotte, Peter & Trish Scholes."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View more

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1294 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Neighbourly folk, anyone got an idea where this is?

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1293 days ago

Only in English!

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Can you think of other words that do this?

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1293 days ago

We Say/You Say: Bottomless Brunches

Reporter The Hutt News

Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the Wellington City Council's move to ban "bottomless brunches?"

All-you-can-drink alcoholic beverages over a restaurant brunch could be in jeopardy after councillors indicated a ban on such deals.

Several establishments across the city… View more
Hi neighbours,

What do you think about the Wellington City Council's move to ban "bottomless brunches?"

All-you-can-drink alcoholic beverages over a restaurant brunch could be in jeopardy after councillors indicated a ban on such deals.

Several establishments across the city offer unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for a fixed price and this has led to complaints of excessive drinking.

Wellington City Council spokesman Richard MacLean mentioned that several complaints were being followed up by council and police regarding these "all you can drink" deals.

“The ‘bottomless brunch' arrangements are a clear breach of liquor-licensing laws - which are designed to rule out irresponsible consumption of alcohol and intoxication,” MacLean said.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in your local community newspaper.

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1293 days ago

RED CROSS SHOP PETONE SUMMER CLOTHING SALE

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

SUMMER CLOTHING SALE ON NOW
RED CROSS SHOP
169 Jackson st Petone

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1293 days ago

Upcycling Awards is back for 2021!

Resene

Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us … View more
Do you have old things lying around that you've been meaning to spruce up or recreate? It's time to unleash your DIY skills and bring out your inner artistic spirit. Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

Give us your all, we want to see your creations! Check out some of last years' entires here.

Take part in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Learn more

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1294 days ago

Rebounder

Lalitha from Waiwhetu

This rebounder is very good to keep the kids busy on a wet day. Just small minor rip n 2 places. Please PM me if interested.

Price: $25

1294 days ago

It's NZRC National Annual Appeal Week!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Petone

Want to donate to our Red Cross Appeal but can’t find any of our street collectors in your area?
Stop by your local Red Cross Shop, and we’ll help you get this sorted!
Just approach one of our friendly Red Cross Shop volunteers by the till and let them know that you wish to donate to the Red … View more
Want to donate to our Red Cross Appeal but can’t find any of our street collectors in your area?
Stop by your local Red Cross Shop, and we’ll help you get this sorted!
Just approach one of our friendly Red Cross Shop volunteers by the till and let them know that you wish to donate to the Red Cross Appeal.

To find the Red Cross Shop near you, click the link below to visit our website.

We look forward to seeing you!

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1294 days ago

Kids Bike, Scooter and Helmet

Jatin from Hutt Central

16 inch bike , scooter and helmet - Rarely used

Price: $80

1294 days ago

Te Omanga Hospice big winner in house give away

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

An arrangement to give away one house surplus to requirement will help a hospice to keep its patients comfortable in their final hours.
The former owners of the two-bedroom weatherboard house in Lower Hutt, the Johnson​ family, organised to give it away for free after its section at 35 Rata St, … View more
An arrangement to give away one house surplus to requirement will help a hospice to keep its patients comfortable in their final hours.
The former owners of the two-bedroom weatherboard house in Lower Hutt, the Johnson​ family, organised to give it away for free after its section at 35 Rata St, Naenae, was earmarked for development.
A condition of the giveaway was a donation to Te Omanga Hospice and that’s exactly what happened, and them some.
Not only was an undisclosed donation made by the new owners, but the developers, Faisandier Group, and House moving company, Quality Demolition, each chipped in with $5000. The extra donations were announced on Tuesday when the house was removed from its foundations to be transplanted by truck and trailer to a new property in Maungaraki in Lower Hutt’s western hills.

1294 days ago

No housing planned for regional park entrance

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Greater Wellington regional councilor Josh van Lier is reassuring residents that there are no plans for housing in the Oakleigh Street entrance to Belmont Regional Park. The council has been clearing the area of pines, whihc will be replaced with native trees.

"Yesterday there was some public… View more
Greater Wellington regional councilor Josh van Lier is reassuring residents that there are no plans for housing in the Oakleigh Street entrance to Belmont Regional Park. The council has been clearing the area of pines, whihc will be replaced with native trees.

"Yesterday there was some public concern about this. Those sorts of comments were incredibly surprising to me given all the work we've done with the community on the Parks Network Plan, and what we've potentially got coming for Parks funding in our LTP 2021-31.
Nevertheless, I reached out to our Parks staff and can confirm the following:
1) The work is to remove exotic pine trees that are becoming a safety hazard - these will be replaced with natives and will be planted over the coming season.
2) the picnic tables were removed temporarily to avoid any damage from tree felling. These will also be replaced once the new grass comes in. Some of these picnic tables will be replaced with brand new ones too as they have come to their end of life over many years of good use!
3) There are no plans, nor intention, to build any units, townhouses, or other abodes in this area. It is an important and highly used access point to the park - we plan to keep it that way."

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1294 days ago

WINTER WOOLIES NOW IN STORE

Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone

Mary had a little Lamb and donated it’s fleece to Red Cross Shop 169 Jackson st

NEW WINTER WOOL KNITS IN STORE NOW !!!!!!!

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1294 days ago

Show Time

Hugo from Epuni

Annie Jr. Hutt City Musical Theatre.

Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favourite little redhead in her very … View more
Annie Jr. Hutt City Musical Theatre.

Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favourite little redhead in her very first adventure.



With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Just what you need to entertain you and your tamariki during the holidays.

Between Wednesday 21 April and Saturday 1 May 2021

Thursday to Saturday 7pm. Matinee Saturdays 24th,May 1 and Sunday 25th 2pm.

www.trybooking.com...



LOCATION

Epuni Hall

40 Mitchell Street, Epuni, Lower Hutt, 5011

Negotiable

1295 days ago

How to Remove Paint from Window Panes

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Paint is very difficult to clean off from any surface and removing it from glass is no different. Once the paint has dried, trying to wipe it off with a wet cloth will prove unsuccessful. Nevertheless, there are a few ways you can prevent smudging the windows with paint and in the event you … View morePaint is very difficult to clean off from any surface and removing it from glass is no different. Once the paint has dried, trying to wipe it off with a wet cloth will prove unsuccessful. Nevertheless, there are a few ways you can prevent smudging the windows with paint and in the event you splatter the glass with paint there are tricks to remove it.


Typically, when there is renovation work going on that includes painting the walls or the window frames, it’s practical to use masking tape on the glass around the frames to protect it. However, many tapes just don’t seem to stick well to the glass surface and most of the time paint drops always find their way onto the unprotected surface.


Regular paint remover is not good enough and won’t work on dried-up paint. Instead, you can try to clean the paint off your windows by following the steps in our short and practical guide which presents you two approaches.


Removing Paint from Glass with a Scraper

Materials needed:
• Hand-held safety razor blade
• Cloth/Sponge
• Squeegee
• Small bucket
• Warm water

• Dishwashing liquid

Here is what to do:
1. Fill a bucket with warm water and some dishwashing liquid. Mix it until it becomes sudsy. The detergent will make it easier for the scraper to move over the glass surface, minimising the risk of scratching.
2. Soak the cleaning cloth or sponge in the solution.
3. Scrub the window to remove any dirt and grime from the surface. Next, rinse it using a clean wet cloth or sponge.
4. Wet the window again with the dishwashing solution.

5. Hold the razor blade at a 45-degree angle and carefully scrape the paint. Make sure the glass is wet while you are scraping with the razor blade, otherwise you may scratch it.


If you have recently painted areas around the window or window sill and the paint has not yet dried properly, it may be best to leave it until it has. Cleaning it with soapy water may cause the paint to run and ruin other surfaces.

6. Wipe the glass with a squeegee to remove any remaining moisture or streaks, and then with a cloth to polish the surface.

7. Check to see if all the paint has been removed. If there is still some paint on the glass, repeat the steps 5 and 6 until all the paint has been removed.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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