Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

113 days ago

Scam Alert: Investment scam and remote access

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is … View more
Be aware of an investment scam that is allowing access to people’s phones.

How it works: The scam encourages you to install an app from an unverified source. This requires that you change your phone settings.

❌ DO NOT allow your phone to install unknown apps.

Once the app is installed, the scammers can gain access to your phone’s info. This will impact you, but may also facilitate scams on people you know using information lifted from your phone and installed apps.

For more information, head to Own Your Online
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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112 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View more
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Learn more

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114 days ago

Dressmaker available

Vonnie from Petone

Need alterations done something made message me I can help Qualified

113 days ago

Create, Paint & Plant: A Fun Family DIY Project

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Get creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots… View moreGet creative with your child (or grandchild) with this simple-to-make two-in-one DIY project – that repurposes fence palings as handy shelving finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Whero and turns one plant into 12 new ones to display on it. Find out how to make and finish your shelving and pots with these easy step by step instructions.

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114 days ago

Are you feeling the cold?

Rene from R & B Glass & Glazing Ltd

Double glazing can help keep your homes warmer this winter! Using different combinations of glass, spacer bar thickness and argon gas you can reduce the amount of thermal loss through your windows by between 52% - 72%. It also helps keep generated heat inside the room keeping a more consistent … View moreDouble glazing can help keep your homes warmer this winter! Using different combinations of glass, spacer bar thickness and argon gas you can reduce the amount of thermal loss through your windows by between 52% - 72%. It also helps keep generated heat inside the room keeping a more consistent temperature and reducing heating costs.
Give us a call for a free and non-obligation quote today 049340948 or Jordon 0212435223

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124 days ago

Poll: What are the living costs that are having the biggest (and perhaps surprising) impact on your wallet?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Butter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.

Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some … View more
Butter, power bills, and those sneaky surcharges on your card ... it feels like everything’s creeping up in price lately. We’ve seen the headlines, but we want to hear it from you.

Overall, Most Kiwis say they’re ‘not prospering’. But, according to Retirement Commission data, some members of our community (women, Māori, and Pacific people) are experiencing worsening financial positions at elevated rates.

Stats NZ tells us that food prices have jumped 4.6% since this time last year, with meat and dairy doing most of the damage. This jump is hitting us all, but groceries are just one part of the picture.

When basic costs keep climbing, the old cost-saving tricks — like bulk-buying or stockpiling on sale — don’t always work. Who can afford to spend more upfront when every dollar already has a job?

We want to know: What costs have caught you off guard the most? What are the expenses that feel impossible to juggle right now?
Share your thoughts below!

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What are the living costs that are having the biggest (and perhaps surprising) impact on your wallet?
  • 43.5% Grocery bills
    43.5% Complete
  • 33% Utilities
    33% Complete
  • 1% Your treats (the ones that keep you human day to day, and are ESSENTIAL!)
    1% Complete
  • 0.1% Education
    0.1% Complete
  • 7.6% Healthcare
    7.6% Complete
  • 1.3% Travel (public transport/petrol)
    1.3% Complete
  • 7.9% Rent or mortgage
    7.9% Complete
  • 1.5% Social costs: birthday gifts and occasions
    1.5% Complete
  • 4.1% Other - share below!
    4.1% Complete
2582 votes
115 days ago

Age Concern Staying Safe Refresher Course for older drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Lower Hutt - our next course near you is 21 August at Summerset Boulcott Retirement Village.

Upper Hutt - our next course in your area is 17 September at the Upper Hutt Library.

The refresher course runs 10am - 2pm and is classroom based, includes light refreshments and all material is … View more
Lower Hutt - our next course near you is 21 August at Summerset Boulcott Retirement Village.

Upper Hutt - our next course in your area is 17 September at the Upper Hutt Library.

The refresher course runs 10am - 2pm and is classroom based, includes light refreshments and all material is provided. This course is FREE and you do need to register as spaces are limited.

115 days ago

Last chance to enter!

Resene

Don't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.

Share a Bright Spot today for a … View more
Don't forget to enter a Bright Spot in your home, workplace or community for a chance to win one of ten amazing prizes! Whether it's a colourful fence, a mural in your office or a place in the community that makes you smile - we'd love to see it.

Share a Bright Spot today for a chance to win one of ten prize packs worth $500.

And make sure you check out the entries so far too.
Enter now

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115 days ago

Trusted Painters for Every Home

Graham Painters

Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, … View more
Hi neighbours!
At Graham’s Painters we bring 40+ years of experience, a friendly team of over 20+ full-time professionals, and a “get-it-done” attitude to every job big or small.
We specialise in interior/exterior painting, roof painting, house washing, decking, fencing, wallpapering, and cedar weatherboards. We’re tidy, punctual, and perfect for busy families, non-DIYers, and retirees.

Discounts available for SuperGold Card holders
Serving all of Wellington, Hutt Valley & up to Plimmerton.

Message us today for a free quote, we’d love to help bring your home to life!
Find out more

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116 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Friday 15 August, and Saturday, 16 August, 10 am - 2 pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities. We'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.
Find out more

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117 days ago

Eastbourne Unplugged is ON – Win $500 With Your Words!

Phil from Eastbourne

The wait is over! — Eastbourne Unplugged has officially launched!
An event that is for our community and for a local charity.
We’re calling all lyricists, wordsmiths, and shower-song scribblers, this is your moment.
No singing? No guitar? No problem.
Just bring the words — we’ll bring … View more
The wait is over! — Eastbourne Unplugged has officially launched!
An event that is for our community and for a local charity.
We’re calling all lyricists, wordsmiths, and shower-song scribblers, this is your moment.
No singing? No guitar? No problem.
Just bring the words — we’ll bring them to life.
$500 is on the line:
• $300 for the winner
• $200 to a charity of the winner’s choice
It’s bold. It’s local. It’s only for Eastbourne & the Bays.
Your lyrics could turn into the next big hit — and change lives at the same time.
Entries are open now — don’t miss your shot.
Full details at www.mega.kiwi.nz...

#EastbourneUnplugged #EastbourneNZ #SongwritingChallenge #Win500WithMEGA #MakeEastbourneGreatAgain

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128 days ago

Poll: No more card payment surcharges – but who should be covering the cost? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.

Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.

But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and … View more
The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.

Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.

But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and Hospitality NZ are worried the costs won’t just disappear. Labour MP Arena Williams put it simply: there should not be surcharges for customers at all. But she points out that the Government’s plan does not deal with banks and merchants “who still scoop a big fee”.

Many of our community are rocked by the recent announcement. Retailers warn card surcharge ban could lead to higher prices - the unfortunatel reality is that small businesses are feeling the squeeze along with their customers. In comparison, large retailers pay significantly lower banking fees and ultimately have more leverage at the negotiation table.

💸 So someone still pays – but who?

We want to know: Who should be covering this cost?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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No more card payment surcharges – but who should be covering the cost? 💸
  • 5.7% Retailers need to absorb the cost
    5.7% Complete
  • 88.7% The banks are the problem - the cost should not sit with consumers or retailers
    88.7% Complete
  • 4.2% I do not mind paying a surcharge - I just want everything to be transparent
    4.2% Complete
  • 1.4% It is more complicated - I will share below
    1.4% Complete
2839 votes
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118 days ago

Astrological reports

Nicole from Waterloo

Detailed astrological birthchart report. 30+ pages. Pay only if satisfied. Astrologyinterpretations@gmail.com

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119 days ago

MEGA’s Eastbourne Unplugged - 3 Days To Go.

Phil from Eastbourne

By Public Demand - 3 Days To Go.
Local Charity to Benefit from Your Inspiration.
Eastbourne’s biggest song contest is about to open its gates.
MEGA’s Eastbourne Unplugged is calling all lyricists, wordsmiths, and creative minds.
You don’t need to sing. You don’t need to play an … View more
By Public Demand - 3 Days To Go.
Local Charity to Benefit from Your Inspiration.
Eastbourne’s biggest song contest is about to open its gates.
MEGA’s Eastbourne Unplugged is calling all lyricists, wordsmiths, and creative minds.
You don’t need to sing. You don’t need to play an instrument.
Just write. Just create. We’ll take care of the rest.
$500 is up for grabs:
• $300 for the winner
• $200 to a charity they choose
It’s bold, it’s local, and it’s only for the Bays.
Entries open in tHREE Days.
Get your words ready — your moment is nearly here.
All details now at www.mega.kiwi.nz...

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120 days ago

WASTEWATER OVERFLOW

The Team from Wellington Water

FINAL UPDATE - 1:30pm, 8/8

The latest samples along Hutt River/Te Awa Kairangi, Petone beach and Eastbourne beaches have returned results within safe recreational limits.

As always, we recommend that people follow advice from Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) and do not swim during heavy rain… View more
FINAL UPDATE - 1:30pm, 8/8

The latest samples along Hutt River/Te Awa Kairangi, Petone beach and Eastbourne beaches have returned results within safe recreational limits.

As always, we recommend that people follow advice from Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA) and do not swim during heavy rain or in the two to three days following heavy rainfall. You can learn more at www.lawa.org.nz...

The rahui placed on Wednesday evening is still in place. Port Nicholson Block Settlement Trust will advise when the rahui is lifted.

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