Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt

448 days ago

Join Anzac Day commemorations in Wellington

Ministry of Culture & Heritage

Anzac Day commemorates all New Zealanders killed in war and honours our returned servicemen and women.

Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the following events:

6.00 am: Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am: Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph … View more
Anzac Day commemorates all New Zealanders killed in war and honours our returned servicemen and women.

Wellingtonians are warmly invited to attend the following events:

6.00 am: Dawn Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
9.00 am: Wellington Citizens Wreath-Laying Service, Cenotaph Precinct, cnr Lambton Quay and Bowen Street
11.00 am: National Commemoration Service, Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
2.30 pm: Atatürk Memorial Service, Atatürk Memorial, Bowes Crescent, Strathmore

The Dawn and National Commemoration Services will be broadcast live by TVNZ 1 and RNZ National.

Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place. Visit the Manatū Taonga website for full details.
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449 days ago

Got a small business? We've got a sale!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just for April we're offering a very special discount on our Premium Business Listings! Usually $399*, you can grab a Premium Listing for just $199* for the whole year.

Here's five great things a Premium Listing will get you:
- up to 40,000 neighbours living around your business to … View more
Just for April we're offering a very special discount on our Premium Business Listings! Usually $399*, you can grab a Premium Listing for just $199* for the whole year.

Here's five great things a Premium Listing will get you:
- up to 40,000 neighbours living around your business to connect
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451 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weeks contribution is from Simon Woolf.
"White Fronted Terns are great little birds. They are fantastic fliers, and superb hunters, diving for fish, and having a pretty good success rate too."

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455 days ago

Do we need better animal welfare rules in Aotearoa?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

CDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare … View moreCDANZ estimates that around 250,000 dogs are chained up for their entire lives in Aotearoa. Animal welfare inspectors from the SPCA can do little for them and only in the most extreme cases can dogs be seized, and owners prosecuted, due to the resources involved. Do we need to have better welfare rules for dogs?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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459 days ago

Hangers/Jars

Jane from Naenae

Good morning neighbour.Been pretty quiet on the Home front after the storms of Gambriel Now settling in to look after our own.Just wondering if any one has spare hangers an clean jars they no longer use.Would so appreciate them.Also I will be closing the Pataka after today an re-opening next Tues … View moreGood morning neighbour.Been pretty quiet on the Home front after the storms of Gambriel Now settling in to look after our own.Just wondering if any one has spare hangers an clean jars they no longer use.Would so appreciate them.Also I will be closing the Pataka after today an re-opening next Tues 8:30am.Thanku all so much for your Donations leading up to now.Special thanku to the family who dropped off bags n bags of beautiful Linen, blessed to families moving into their New Homes.If you have kitchen pots,pans cutlery. plus linen,duvets etc,I would gladly pass them on.Many people who coulnt afford storage had to sell their belongings an some have been in Emergency housing for 2yrs plus,so have nothing when they come out.Hats off to all our neighbours who pitch in an help out in many ways.In finishing,most week ends is my time to take a short break,an with Winter creeping in ,donations left over the week end get damaged so asking if Donations be left Only during the week when Im home to take them in,Please leave at the donation drop off frezza by my door Not the Pataka.Without further ado,HAPPY EASTER NEIGHBOURS.May your chickens hatch as many Eggs as mine has,mmm maybe the Rabbits hopped by🐰🐇🐰🐔🐔

452 days ago

Single Mattress

Jane from Naenae

Hello neighbours.The Pataka is full should you be short of anything,opened till 3pm.Thanku all for the jars an hangers.Appreciate you all.Now im in dire straight looking for a good single Mattress should any one hava spare.Can pick up any time.Thank you.

453 days ago

Charity Shoe Drive and Sale!

Monica from Waterloo

On Tuesday 25 April (Anzac Day) Greenstone Doors Charitable Trust are holding a Shoe Sale at the St Peter and Paul's Church Hall at 60 Knights Road Lower Hutt from 1pm-4pm. We already have many dozens of brand new shoes donated by local and online shoe shops but we are asking the public to … View moreOn Tuesday 25 April (Anzac Day) Greenstone Doors Charitable Trust are holding a Shoe Sale at the St Peter and Paul's Church Hall at 60 Knights Road Lower Hutt from 1pm-4pm. We already have many dozens of brand new shoes donated by local and online shoe shops but we are asking the public to donate their shoes that are surplus to their requirements and in as new or good condition to our sale. This is a fundraiser for Greenstone Doors Charitable Trust www.greenstonedoors.co.nz.......... It also serves as an opportunity for families to get good quality shoes for their family at a very reasonable price. Shoes of all sizes and styles accepted (and also handbags and belts etc). They can be dropped off to the front porch of 23 Burnside Street Waterloo OR to St Peter and Paul's Church at 60 Knights Road (if open) OR you can call Monica on 021 2991138 to have any saleable shoes collected. Thanks to all those who have already donated shoes to this project!

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453 days ago

Would you speak up?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage … View more
Telecommunications are an integral part of our lives, so when things go wrong it can be frustrating. Do you prefer to keep tight lipped, or are you willing to speak up?

The Telecommunications Dispute Resolution service, or TDR for short, is here to help. It’s ok to complain and we encourage you to speak up and raise issues early.

For phone and internet disputes, talk to your provider first and give them a chance to sort it. If it remains unresolved or if you need some extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

To get in touch or find out more, visit www.tdr.org.nz or freephone 0508 98 98 98.
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453 days ago

Mealtime made easy with HelloFresh

HelloFresh

Sharing the joy with neighbours, family, and friends alike doesn’t have to be hard. HelloFresh makes mealtime easy, even for a crowd.

With HelloFresh you don’t have to think about meal planning or the hassle of going to the supermarket. Everything you need for a no-stress, … View more
Sharing the joy with neighbours, family, and friends alike doesn’t have to be hard. HelloFresh makes mealtime easy, even for a crowd.

With HelloFresh you don’t have to think about meal planning or the hassle of going to the supermarket. Everything you need for a no-stress, delicious meal is delivered straight to your door with quality, pre-portioned ingredients.

Experience the variety and convenience HelloFresh has to offer with meals like Chipotle Beef & Black Bean Loaded Wedges with Radish Salsa & Mayonnaise by using the code NEIGHBOURLYHF to get up to $175 off HelloFresh.
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461 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Our Seniors newsletter is out today. We publish details on the annual increase to NZ Superannuation and Veterans pension payments, the start of the Winter Energy Payment and provide advice on travelling overseas while on Superannuation and what you need to be aware of. We also hear about MoneyTalks… View moreOur Seniors newsletter is out today. We publish details on the annual increase to NZ Superannuation and Veterans pension payments, the start of the Winter Energy Payment and provide advice on travelling overseas while on Superannuation and what you need to be aware of. We also hear about MoneyTalks and the free budget advice they provide. Plus so much more!

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454 days ago

FREE DESK

Ingrid from Waiwhetu

Hi, I am giving away a desk with 8 drawers, they work well and are fine.
Just the surface needs attention, but otherwise a great working space, with lots of storage.
Long 1.66 m
Wide 0.62
Height 0.75

Pick up is in Lower Hutt, Waiwheutu

Free

454 days ago

What's your best onion recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for onion recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by April 20, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the June issue of NZ Gardener.

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454 days ago

ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF THE HOUSEHOLD HERO COMPETITION

The Team from NZ Compare

Over 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!

BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power … View more
Over 360 Household Heroes across the nation were nominated by you to win $350! This country is full of amazing Kiwis who are keeping things running at home no matter what! You’re all heroes!

BUT there can only be one winner, was it you? Find out who WON $350 towards their Broadband and Power bill!

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454 days ago

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455 days ago

Queen Size Electric Blanket

Ian from Petone

Rarely used - excellent condition

Price: $18

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