Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

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1392 days ago

Push to get every Kiwi scanning, every time

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Come on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.
As new highly transmissible Covid-19 strains send countries into second and third lockdowns, Stuff is forging ahead with its “Stop! Scanner time” campaign to remind Kiwis of the importance to keep scanning QR codes, should there … View more
Come on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.
As new highly transmissible Covid-19 strains send countries into second and third lockdowns, Stuff is forging ahead with its “Stop! Scanner time” campaign to remind Kiwis of the importance to keep scanning QR codes, should there be a community outbreak.
Everyone – every single one of us – needs to be scanning the NZ Covid Tracer app, or signing in on a sheet of paper, every single time.
Come on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.

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1385 days ago

Countdown for bin choice

Hutt City Council

Remember to check your latest rates bill, choose your bins and complete your selection before 31 January so you’re ready for the rubbish and recycling upgrade in July.

If you’ve lost your rates letter or the included bin form, you can visit us on Laings Rd or at your local library/community … View more
Remember to check your latest rates bill, choose your bins and complete your selection before 31 January so you’re ready for the rubbish and recycling upgrade in July.

If you’ve lost your rates letter or the included bin form, you can visit us on Laings Rd or at your local library/community hub, or call 04 570 6666.

We’re on the move to a sustainable future, with 524,00 plastic rubbish bags set to be saved from landfill each year under the upgrade.
Find out more

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1385 days ago

Canopy tricycle with pushing bar

Mitu from Stokes Valley

This Trike's canopy and parent handle are removable which allow younger kids to use it as tricycle. Parent handle manoeuvring, turns trike right or left. Trike is extremely sturdy and ideal for pavements, long walks and parks.
Best part of this tricycle is canopy. It protects littleone from … View more
This Trike's canopy and parent handle are removable which allow younger kids to use it as tricycle. Parent handle manoeuvring, turns trike right or left. Trike is extremely sturdy and ideal for pavements, long walks and parks.
Best part of this tricycle is canopy. It protects littleone from harsh sun and strong wind.
FEATURES:
Adjustable parents push-bar for easy control
Large removable sun canopy with adjustable tilt and angle
Large rear toys basket.
Comfortable seat & backrest.
Strong all steel construction frame
Big foot support, safety guardrail.
Parent controler bar.

Price: $60

1385 days ago

Mother's choice 3 wheel Stroller

Mitu from Stokes Valley

In excellent condition. Suitable for newborn to 22kg. Multi position backrest stroller, offering comfort for baby. Compatible with the Mother's Choice Scout Capsule (sold seperately) to form a travel system. • Child tray with Cup holder • 3 position reclinable seat • Large Sun Canopy … View moreIn excellent condition. Suitable for newborn to 22kg. Multi position backrest stroller, offering comfort for baby. Compatible with the Mother's Choice Scout Capsule (sold seperately) to form a travel system. • Child tray with Cup holder • 3 position reclinable seat • Large Sun Canopy with viewing window • Detachable parent tray with 2 cup holders and secure compartment with non-slip lining • Large, quick release detachable front • Swivel wheel and one foot locking brake • Extra large shopping basket • Soft grip handle • Wrist tether strap.

Price: $120

1391 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, this one should not be to hard.

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1387 days ago

Selling awesome Peugeot 206xr. Ideal first car, or family run-about.

Charmaine from Judgeford - Pauatahanui

Great little car. Second owner of the vehicle. This has been a reliable little car for an elderly couple. Interior has been well maintained. Really efficient 1.4L engine. Reversing sensor. Cambelt replaced at 95,000km.

Perfect run round car for the city or student vehicle.

Some … View more
Great little car. Second owner of the vehicle. This has been a reliable little car for an elderly couple. Interior has been well maintained. Really efficient 1.4L engine. Reversing sensor. Cambelt replaced at 95,000km.

Perfect run round car for the city or student vehicle.

Some external wear and tear that you would expect for a car of this age.

Replacing vehicle for a bigger one to cart the grandkids around. Viewing in Wellington

Price: $2,300

1387 days ago

Learn how to lockdown-proof your business...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

thanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. … View morethanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. Login and learn at your own pace, in your own time, or tune into the daily live Q&A sessions with industry experts! Or, get inspired by other small business owners looking to share tips on how they have successfully navigated the digital world themselves. Sign up today to become an expert in the digital tools, technologies and practices needed to secure your business a long lasting future.

PS - check out the Neighbourly session on Tuesday 22 January. Learn tips and tricks to make sure your business shines in your community.
Sign up now

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1389 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

I know spoonbills have featured before but this picture, by Louise Thomas, is just too good not to use. She took it at at Pauatahanui.

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1388 days ago

Pet of the Day: Jimmy and Frankie

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Neighjbourly folk here is a bonus Pet of the Day. Strathmore Park resident Juliana Korzo is rightly proud of Jimmy and Frankie, and the picture is just too good not to news.

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you… View more
Neighjbourly folk here is a bonus Pet of the Day. Strathmore Park resident Juliana Korzo is rightly proud of Jimmy and Frankie, and the picture is just too good not to news.

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.

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1390 days ago

Seed Sharing for Neighbours Day!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

We love how creative some people are with their plant giving! This is for goodie bags for a 7 year olds party but we reckon you could borrow this wonderful idea for the Neighbours Day Aotearoa Great Plant Swap!
What a lovely gift to get and it's not just kids who love sunflowers.

ADDED … View more
We love how creative some people are with their plant giving! This is for goodie bags for a 7 year olds party but we reckon you could borrow this wonderful idea for the Neighbours Day Aotearoa Great Plant Swap!
What a lovely gift to get and it's not just kids who love sunflowers.

ADDED BONUS: if you give your neighbours sunflower seeds you would get to enjoy their beautiful flowers too!

Have you signed up for Neighbours Day 2021 yet? There's lots of ways you can join in...check out our website to register today:
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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1388 days ago

Smiths

Smith City

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1391 days ago

Is the Petone Wharf worth saving?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The city council has announced that it closing the wharf for six weeks to carry out urgent repairs.
The wharf suffered further damage over New Year from earthquakes.
In 2018, Stuff reported that it would cost $8 million to fix the wharf.
Since then, its condition has deteriorated.
Do you think it… View more
The city council has announced that it closing the wharf for six weeks to carry out urgent repairs.
The wharf suffered further damage over New Year from earthquakes.
In 2018, Stuff reported that it would cost $8 million to fix the wharf.
Since then, its condition has deteriorated.
Do you think it is worth saving?

If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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1392 days ago

Petone Wharf off-limits for six weeks.

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Petone Wharf has been closed to repair the damage cause by two recent earthquakes. Despite a large dip in its walkway, engineers had previously declared the wharf safe.
The Hutt City Council made the decision to close the wharf because repair work was a risk to public safety. It is thought the work… View more
Petone Wharf has been closed to repair the damage cause by two recent earthquakes. Despite a large dip in its walkway, engineers had previously declared the wharf safe.
The Hutt City Council made the decision to close the wharf because repair work was a risk to public safety. It is thought the work will take up to six weeks, the wharf will remain closed during this time.

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1388 days ago

K'A'RCHER 302 non-working water blaster - parts?

George from Naenae

This stopped working - to be precise, runs for less than 5 mins then cuts out (believe is the thermal cut-out?). Had it checked out at K'A'RCHER in Lower Hutt and it isn't repairable :(
Would it be useful to anyone for parts? Otherwise it will be in the bin next Friday.
Please PM … View more
This stopped working - to be precise, runs for less than 5 mins then cuts out (believe is the thermal cut-out?). Had it checked out at K'A'RCHER in Lower Hutt and it isn't repairable :(
Would it be useful to anyone for parts? Otherwise it will be in the bin next Friday.
Please PM if you want it - and pls take ALL of it, not just one hose!

Free

1388 days ago

How much control does your boss have over your life?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express political views in social settings, or not being able to have a secondary income. Does this sound familiar? Have you got a story to tell? Email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

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