Know what’s happening
Access the private noticeboard for verified neighbours near you. Keep informed about any suspicious activity, send urgent updates to your neighbours when required and discuss emergency planning.
Get to know your neighbours
Browse the directory and start getting to know your neighbours. Don’t want to post to the whole neighbourhood? Send a private message.
Buy, sell and give away
Want to declutter your garage? Buy some used household items? Give away some garden stuff? Become a verified neighbour to browse and post items for sale. Trading is simple when everyone lives nearby.
Nearby
Woburn, Alicetown, Epuni, Hutt Central, Maungaraki, Waterloo, Waiwhetu, Fairfield, East Harbour, PetoneIntroduce yourself, neighbour!
Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.
Thank you for using Neighbourly
You may receive an email confirmation for any offer you selected. The associated companies will contact you directly to activate your requests.
The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone
Refresh a retro coffee table without losing its character with a touch of colour and Resene Aquaclear.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you can refresh your old table.
Greater Wellington & the Regional Transport Committee are committed to creating a safe and sustainable transport network to connect our extraordinary region, making it easier for people to live, work and play here.
We've got an online event Transport Into the Future - Workshop #4 … View moreGreater Wellington & the Regional Transport Committee are committed to creating a safe and sustainable transport network to connect our extraordinary region, making it easier for people to live, work and play here.
We've got an online event Transport Into the Future - Workshop #4 coming up this Saturday 13 March. We want to hear what you think about the proposed direction for the region’s transport network including public transport services and infrastructure investments.
Register for the event, or share your thoughts online - Have Your Say - before next Friday.
Book Now
Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)
Check out some recent before and after pictures - the smelly mould is completely gone, the curtains are now sanitary again (and A LOT better looking!)
Visit Chilton Saint James School during March for one of our Open Days, Friday 19 March, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 21 March 1.00pm - 3.00pm.
Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our… View moreVisit Chilton Saint James School during March for one of our Open Days, Friday 19 March, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 21 March 1.00pm - 3.00pm.
Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our strong academic focus with an internationally recognised curriculum.
Chilton offers specialist teachers including Te Reo, Dance, Music and Art, all within a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
At Chilton you can also discover our Dance Centre, free before school care, and a wealth of extra-curricular activities for your daughter.
Find out more
Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone
RED CROSS SHOP IN PETONE all summer clothing has been massively reduced 169 JACKSON ST
$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is … View more$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!
Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.
Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.
Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
Learn more
NZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.
You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, … View moreNZ's largest fun run goes virtual! Join us for the first-ever Ports of Auckland Round the Backyard - it’s a way for us all to band together while keeping safe in our own backyards.
You can walk, jog or run your own 8.4km course wherever you want - whether it be in your own backyard, neighbourhood or a nearby park.
There will be live leaderboards, an interactive course map and participant places in real-time, so you can have healthy rivalry between friends – all via a handy app!
Wanna learn more? Head to our website www.roundthebays.co.nz
Enter now
At NumberWorks'nWords we create a learning environment that children love to come to.
Applications are closing soon!
Since 1999, the residents and staff at Ryman Healthcare have raised more than $4 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.
Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner.
Tamsin Matthews from Red Cross Shop Petone
GET IN QUICK, ALL SUMMER STOCK MASSIVELY REDUCED
See you all there, RED CROSS SHOP PETONE 169 Jackson st
We at QMC build confident, adventurous women ready to make their mark in the world. With 100 years of progress in girls' education, we’re passionate about creating amazing futures and seeing every student thrive.
We are the only girls school in Wellington to offer the International … View moreWe at QMC build confident, adventurous women ready to make their mark in the world. With 100 years of progress in girls' education, we’re passionate about creating amazing futures and seeing every student thrive.
We are the only girls school in Wellington to offer the International Baccalaureate Programme for Years 1-13.
Come to one of our Open Days and experience the advantage of small classes, a unique curriculum and passionate, experienced teachers in our stunning, heritage location.
Find out more
Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News
This week we feature Chewie from Melrose who belongs to Deb Boates who says Chewie enjoys smelling flowers.
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 suburb you are from.
19 replies (Members only)
The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand
To find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event
If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours … View moreTo find a public event near you, visit: neighboursday.org.nz/find-an-event
If you have already registered your event and want to make it public, email kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz and they will add it to the map. If you haven't registered yet, tick 'Yes - please list it on the Neighbours Day website' to have your event included when you sign-up.
Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)
Suede couches add a timeless elegance to homes. They are nice to look at, comfortable, and fuzzy. They are also quite a large investment, which is why it can be so upsetting to either watch a stain being formed or find a dried food stain.
A lot of people assume that suede, and faux-suede, are … View moreSuede couches add a timeless elegance to homes. They are nice to look at, comfortable, and fuzzy. They are also quite a large investment, which is why it can be so upsetting to either watch a stain being formed or find a dried food stain.
A lot of people assume that suede, and faux-suede, are difficult to clean due to their fuzziness, but this could not be further from the truth. In this article, we will show you how to protect your couch and how to remove some common stains but, before that, it is good to understand what suede is.
What is Suede?
Suede is a soft, supple type of leather made from the underside of an animal and is mostly used for creating bags, shoes, clothing, and furniture. The warm and fuzzy texture of suede comes from all of the small, raised fibres (or nap), which cover the outside of the leather.
What is Suedette?
Suedette is a man-made alternative to natural suede. It is usually made from cotton or rayon, which has been given a suede finish. This is a great option for those that want the look of suede without using animal products or for those on a budget.
How to clean a suede couch
Cleaning a delicate fabric like suede may seem like a nightmare but, with a little bit of care and attention, you can keep your couch-stain free and protect it from most of the wear and tear caused by daily life. Follow the instructions below to find out what you’ll need, as well as how to clean suede.
Before you start
• Use an upholstery cleaner specifically for suede;
• Always refer to the manufacturer’s care instructions before cleaning;
• Make sure that the room your suede couch is in is well ventilated; open windows and turn on any fans;
• Use a painter’s face mask if it is difficult to air the room, or if you’re worried about the aerosol cleaner;
• If you have a new couch or are trying out a new cleaning spray, always test the product in an unseen area to make sure that your chosen cleaner does not affect the suede.
Things you will need
• Furniture cleaner for suede;
• A suede napping brush (these can be found at most shoe shops);
• A suede rubbing cloth;
• A vacuum cleaner;
• Brown gum eraser or a suede eraser;
• A dry sponge;
• Optional – a waterproofing spray or stain repellent; although these are optional they can help protect your couch for longer.
Weekly cleaning tasks: Cleaning a suede couch can be a daunting task, especially if has not been cleaned in a while, but maintaining that beautiful couch can be made a lot easier if you include it in your weekly cleaning schedule...
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News
We again feature a pic from Louise Thomas. This week it is a grey warbler/riroriro.
"Nice to see a grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) in the weekend. I'm not hearing them as much now the cicadas have cranked themselves up to full volume. It's probably the end of the breeding … View moreWe again feature a pic from Louise Thomas. This week it is a grey warbler/riroriro.
"Nice to see a grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) in the weekend. I'm not hearing them as much now the cicadas have cranked themselves up to full volume. It's probably the end of the breeding season as well. I was interested to read that only the males do the summer warbling, apparently the females only have a short chirp call. Don't ask me why this turkey is hanging upside down - there's always one."
Loading…
Are you sure? Deleting this message permanently removes it from the Neighbourly website.
Loading…
© Neighbourly 2024