Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights, Upper Hutt

297 days ago

Colour your summer

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Get creative with colour with these art projects using Resene paints.

Find out how to get creative with these easy ideas.

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298 days ago

Enjoy Financial Certainty...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.

Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.

*Weekly fee’s only increase if you change from independent living to serviced apartment living, or you add extra care options.
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298 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager… View more
If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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306 days ago

BUGGY, YEAH NAH

Michael from Trentham

You can take a dog on public transport trains and buses in the Wellington region so long as the dog can be secured (enclosed) in a carrier bag.
But you cannot take a dog in a three-four wheeler buggy (designed for small-medium size dogs) in public transport even if the buggy compartment was … View more
You can take a dog on public transport trains and buses in the Wellington region so long as the dog can be secured (enclosed) in a carrier bag.
But you cannot take a dog in a three-four wheeler buggy (designed for small-medium size dogs) in public transport even if the buggy compartment was secured (enclosed).

But you can take a baby in an equal sized or larger buggy in the train or bus with or without a secured compartment.

Does all this seem fair and sensible? No, it's plain stupid. I don't think Metlink have thought it through.

In Auckland on public transport you can have a dog in a carrier bag or a dog of any size fitted with a muzzle and on a leash otherwise "free-wheeling".

Wellington's Metlink should think again. When I phoned them, I had to wait 15 minutes while the person I dealt with queried my query with the powers that be.

I have taken Corgis into Wellington many times in a train in a pet carrier - from one of only two manufacturers in the world able to supply such a carrier to fit a long backed Corgi with Corgis weighing up 16kg (without being obese).

301 days ago

Have you made a nomination yet?

Prospa

Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms … View more
Let your community know how a small business has made a difference in your life by nominating them in the 2024 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.

Whether it's your super friendly barista, the bookstore that knows the exact book you need to read next or the florist with the biggest blooms in town nominate them now and make a small business' day.

Share a few words about your favourite local now. You could help them win an incredible prize package worth $10,000.
Nominate now

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301 days ago

Sustainable Style. A Special Price.

Mazda NZ

If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is… View more
If you’re looking for a stylish SUV that stands out from the crowd and won’t break the bank, the convention-defying Mazda MX-30 has you covered.

Featuring a unique mild hybrid engine and cutting-edge style, as well as sustainable materials that reduce environmental impact, the Mazda MX-30 is perfect for zipping around your neighbourhood.

Find out more and book a test drive at your local Mazda Dealer today.
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301 days ago

Gardening and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Need some help in the Garden?
Are you selling up?
Are you tired of replacing pets because they get lost in your Forrest? Call us today
Natures choice Gardening
0272430951

306 days ago

BREWTOWN SUFFERS NEGLECT FROM TOURIST OPERATORS

Michael from Trentham

Pre-Covid, bus and mini bus operators had arrangements with cruise operators to Wellington to promote and operate tours for cruise passengers to visit Brewtown in Upper Hutt and Greytown and Martinborough in the Wairarapa.

But today none of this is occurring and Brewtown, Greytown and … View more
Pre-Covid, bus and mini bus operators had arrangements with cruise operators to Wellington to promote and operate tours for cruise passengers to visit Brewtown in Upper Hutt and Greytown and Martinborough in the Wairarapa.

But today none of this is occurring and Brewtown, Greytown and Martinborough are suffering the consequences and tourists are missing out in some of the best things NZ has to offer all within an hour's travelling time each way of the Wellington wharves.

And this is despite the huge increase in cruise shipping to Wellington this 2023-24 warm weather period.

I cannot begin to believe there is not a good profit to be made from linking cruise ship passengers with transportation to get some of the thousands of tourists to the places and facilities mentioned - Brewtown is unique to the world let alone NZ and Martinborough has world class wine and world class dining and drinking facilities with more than 30 wineries. not including other wineries in the Wairarapa.

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304 days ago

Lions' Mini Market

Brian from Maoribank

Back again for a new year. Market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt on tomorrow, Sat 24th from 8am.
Ever popular Plants, Lemons, Crafts, Quality Clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, Household stuff and mint, boxed, Die Cast Models.
Arrive early for plenty of parking. Looking forward to … View more
Back again for a new year. Market at The King Lion Hall, King Street, Upper Hutt on tomorrow, Sat 24th from 8am.
Ever popular Plants, Lemons, Crafts, Quality Clothing, Books, Toys, Jigsaws, Household stuff and mint, boxed, Die Cast Models.
Arrive early for plenty of parking. Looking forward to seeing you there.

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304 days ago

Campervan For Sale

Colleen from Silverstream

2010 Ford Transit Kea Campervan, 153,000km

Price: $59,500

304 days ago
304 days ago

Swap food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Resene

Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to … View more
Hunger for Colour is back for 2024! Bring two cans of food into your local Resene ColorShop and swap them for one Resene testpot (60-80ml). Resene will donate all food to The Salvation Army foodbanks.

We accept all cans of food in good condition and suitable for humans to eat. If you prefer to bring in canned pet food, we can accept that also and will donate it to the SPCA and local community animal shelters.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need.
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305 days ago

Technology and Scam Prevention Workshop with Age Concern

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

Come along to learn about using your own technology and learn about safe online practice.
Register through our website.

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306 days ago

Ways to Lower your Power Bill

The Team from NZ Compare

Feeling the Summer heat? Don't let your power bill skyrocket along with the temperatures!

Check out these 10 simple tips to keep cool and save money on your power bills this season.

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306 days ago

Relay For Life March 23rd-24th 2024

Cancer Society

Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who … View more
Be part of a Remarkable event, Relay For Life Wellington is back at Trentham Racecourse Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th March.

Relay For Life - Te Ara Toiora is an inspiring community event that gives everyone a chance to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who care for them; maumaharatia (remember) loved ones lost to cancer; and tū atu (fight back) by raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Society.
Register Now

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