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Many of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a … View moreMany of our villages are lucky to have four-legged friends like Lulu the poodle!
Lulu is a loved companion with a big personality and an even bigger routine. She’s up at 6am sharp and she never misses an outing - whether it’s a trip to the caravan, a ride in the Bunnings trolley, or even a spin on the jetski with her own life jacket!
Click read more to learn about Lulu's village life.
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!
Treat yourself to a … View moreHelp your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!
Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine subscription and a self-care ritual, all in one.
From the team at Mags4Gifts
*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years between August 25 - September 21, 2025.
Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!
From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.
✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ … View moreNature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!
From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.
✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ Affordable rates
? Call us today: 0272 430 951
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services – because every garden deserves the best.
Celebrate Spring at the annual Upper Hutt Spring Festival! A fun filled family day out with 250+ street stalls from around the country, live entertainment, fabulous food trucks, children's rides and displays!
Saturday 13th September
9am to 3pm
Main Street, Upper Hutt
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?
Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View moreIt is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?
Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!
From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.
✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ … View moreNature’s Choice Gardening Services ?
Spring is here – time to bring your garden back to life!
From lawn care to pruning, planting to tidy-ups, let us get your outdoor space looking its best this season.
✔ Friendly & reliable service
✔ Tailored to your garden’s needs
✔ Affordable rates
? Call us today: 0272 430 951
Nature’s Choice Gardening Services – because every garden deserves the best.
Hi everyone. Want some gentle exercise in a safe setting? I am running Tai Chi classes every Wednesday evening at Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub, from 7pm - 8pm
Beginners, experienced and in-between all welcome. Just $10 each time you attend. For more details I can be contacted on … View moreHi everyone. Want some gentle exercise in a safe setting? I am running Tai Chi classes every Wednesday evening at Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub, from 7pm - 8pm
Beginners, experienced and in-between all welcome. Just $10 each time you attend. For more details I can be contacted on 0211532508
Would love to see you there
Andrew Hardwick - Tai Chi Instructor
We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨
We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
… View moreWe’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨
We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...
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 moreHi 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!
We will give away free copies of the November 2025 issue to readers whose strawberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy strawberry (dessert, salad, main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by September 15, 2025.
It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.
Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, … View moreIt’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the iconic Wellington Home and Garden Show on this Friday to Sunday at Sky Stadium.
Discover an exciting variety of exhibitors featuring the latest in building, renovating, landscaping, plants, spas, home maintenance, sheds, art, artisan products, and more. Find everything you need to kickstart your spring project, all in one convenient location! Take a break from browsing and enjoy delicious street food, get creative with Resene’s Paint-a-Pot activity (11am–2pm, Saturday & Sunday) near the Springfree Family Zone, and take advantage of a range of free Ask an Expert sessions.
Lock this one in your calendar today and we’ll see you at the Show!
5 - 7 September
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Sky Stadium, Wellington
Adults $8
Gold Card Friday $4
Under 16 free
Join the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event!
Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper. Get all your wallpaper questions answered by our wallpaper expert!
Where
Upper Hutt Resene ColorShop: 1036 Fergusson Drive
When
Tuesday … View moreJoin the Resene wallpaper experts for this free event!
Learn about the latest wallpaper and mural trends and get tips and tricks on hanging wallpaper. Get all your wallpaper questions answered by our wallpaper expert!
Where
Upper Hutt Resene ColorShop: 1036 Fergusson Drive
When
Tuesday 16 September 2025, 5.30pm – 8pm
Please RSVP to
Upperhutt.colorshop@resene.co.nz
FREE to attend.
Please RSVP. We look forward to seeing you!
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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