Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

268 days ago

NEWSHUB HARBOURS MORE SINKING

Michael from Trentham

Newshub impending closure is terrible news for the NZ public. It gives TVNZ a free reign with no similar competition in the pipeline that will draw out a better result for us viewers in live and editorialised televised news.

It also impacts on radio, with the Newstalk ZB network having less … View more
Newshub impending closure is terrible news for the NZ public. It gives TVNZ a free reign with no similar competition in the pipeline that will draw out a better result for us viewers in live and editorialised televised news.

It also impacts on radio, with the Newstalk ZB network having less need to interrupt broadcasting with "Breaking News".

It also makes newspaper more vulnerable at an earlier stage than what has been envisaged.

The Post must surely have its days numbered now.
The former Dominion and Evening Post dailies for Wellington and lower North Island emphasis is now but a shell of what it was. And payment for six-day delivery is fast approaching $100 a month.

As an example of The Post losing touch with local events, the Hurricanes announced their starting 15 if not the whole 23 for this Sunday's Super Rugby Pacifica match at Sky Stadium yesterday but no mention in Thursday's The Post. This is a first for the Hurricanes which are under a new coaching team, having previously year after year only released its playing team two days ahead of a scheduled match.

The Hurricanes won their first up competition match for the 2024 season by a wide margin last Saturday (our time) in displaying error-free, energetic form but you would hardly know this or its significance reading The Post.

268 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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268 days ago

Hairy Tradescantia

Debbie from Waikanae

Healthy Hairy Tradescantia. Good soil. Hardy.

Price: $4

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268 days ago

Pink Syngonium

Debbie from Waikanae

Healthy Pink Syngonium + plant food spike, a progation. In good soil. 5 plants for sale.

Price: $8

268 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.
Find out more

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268 days ago

Food Recall: Rocket Foods brand Ready Meals: Penne Bolognese, Beef Burgundy, Butter Chicken, and Macaroni Cheese

James from Waikanae

Rocket Corporation Ltd. is recalling all batches and all dates up to and including best before 16 03 24 of its Rocket Foods brand Penne Bolognese, Beef Burgundy, Butter Chicken and Macaroni Cheese ready meals due to a lack of process control. Affected product should not be consumed. If you have … View moreRocket Corporation Ltd. is recalling all batches and all dates up to and including best before 16 03 24 of its Rocket Foods brand Penne Bolognese, Beef Burgundy, Butter Chicken and Macaroni Cheese ready meals due to a lack of process control. Affected product should not be consumed. If you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

268 days ago

Purflo Sleep Tight Baby Bed

Morag from Waikanae

Our occasionally visiting grandson had grown out of this Purflo Sleep Pod and it's hardly been used. Excellent condition. It's suitable from birth to 8 months. Comes with case. I'm selling it here for $100. It costs $242 to buy new. Here's the link with details. … View moreOur occasionally visiting grandson had grown out of this Purflo Sleep Pod and it's hardly been used. Excellent condition. It's suitable from birth to 8 months. Comes with case. I'm selling it here for $100. It costs $242 to buy new. Here's the link with details. babybliss.kiwi.nz...

Price: $100

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268 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

Charles Fleming 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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276 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).

271 days ago

Kapiti Coast Women’s Triathalon 2024

The Team from Soroptimist International Kāpiti Coast Incorporated

Kāpiti Women’s Triathalon 2024🏃‍♀️What a perfect way to start a Sunday🏊‍♀️Proud to assist these amazing women achieve their goals🚴‍♀️

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271 days ago

THE MAHARA PLACE MID-WEEK MARKET IS ON TODAY

Gary from Waikanae

Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, BLUEBERRIES, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Locally Grown Avocados, Local Waikanae Honey, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, … View moreCome on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, BLUEBERRIES, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Locally Grown Avocados, Local Waikanae Honey, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, and visit the market and the local shops. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!

271 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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271 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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271 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

276 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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