Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt

418 days ago

Essential Christmas hacks

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

William Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring … View moreWilliam Sanders resident Suellen loves Christmas and the joy of having family close by. To make the holiday season easier, she shares her favourite tips and hacks. From decorating with lights and faux snow to prepping meals ahead of time and using reusable gift bags, Suellen’s ideas help bring festive cheer without the stress. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options or simple ways to enhance your celebrations, these tips will make your Christmas brighter and more enjoyable.

Click read more for Suellen’s tips.

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424 days ago

Have you ever been wrongly ticketed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A Wellington man was wrongly issued a parking fine and spent over 40 hours going back and forward with Hutt City Council about it.

Have you ever been unfairly fined?

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418 days ago

New Years Eve

Kay from Waikanae

Are there any public New Years Eve Celebrations organised for Kapiti Coast?

419 days ago

🎄 Need a gift for the hard-to-buy-for?🎄

Mags4Gifts

Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa … View more
Why not gift them a magazine subscription tailored to their interests? This Christmas, find the perfect gifts at Mags4Gifts! We're offering up to 30% off a wide range of magazines – there’s something for everyone in your whanau!

Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful secret Santa gift or something special to put under the tree, we’ve got you covered with a great selection for all interests.

Don’t miss out – shop now at Mags4Gifts.com and enjoy the savings!
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419 days ago

New Hears Eve

Kay from Waikanae

Are there any public New Years Eve Celebrations organised for Kapiti Coast?

420 days ago

Get amongst it this festive season

Triton Hearing

At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every … View more
At Triton Hearing, we believe you should make the most of the holiday season and the moments that matter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our revolutionary new Infinio Sphere devices. With cutting-edge technology delivering double the speech clarity*, you’ll hear every joke, every story, and every cheer like never before.

This festive season, don’t just be present - be at the heart of the fun.

Sonova proprietary research (2024), visit hearmore.co.nz to learn more.
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421 days ago

Sun shelter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Give your furry best friend a shaded and comfy outdoor nap spot finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman English Walnut.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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430 days ago

Visa Phone Scam Calls

Jane from Waikanae

Just had two of these scam calls about an hour apart: One was about $900.00 spent on Bitcoin. They got that out before I managed to put the receiver down. I had flour all over my hands, so I was a tad slow. Just a warning to let you know they seem active again around here. If you hear the word … View moreJust had two of these scam calls about an hour apart: One was about $900.00 spent on Bitcoin. They got that out before I managed to put the receiver down. I had flour all over my hands, so I was a tad slow. Just a warning to let you know they seem active again around here. If you hear the word Visa, disconnect.

422 days ago

New year, new look?

Resene

Get big summer savings at Resene ColorShops! Bring out the best in your home with kiwi made Resene paints, colours and wood stains. Plus choose from a huge range of wallpaper and accessories. Find out more

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422 days ago

ON THE BUTTON

Michael from Trentham

About three years ago I was questioned by Upper Hutt City Council survey staff about what is ideally needed for the two large parks/reserves in the Wallaceville Estate in Wallaceville.

So from the top of my head, I said a large, interesting children's playground and some open and covered … View more
About three years ago I was questioned by Upper Hutt City Council survey staff about what is ideally needed for the two large parks/reserves in the Wallaceville Estate in Wallaceville.

So from the top of my head, I said a large, interesting children's playground and some open and covered bench seating for Grant's Bush Reserve and all weather pedestrian/dog walkers tracks/pathways plus strategic bench seating for The Reserve.

Lo and behold this is exactly what the Council has done now that work has almost been completed in The Reserve.

I take full credit or no credit.

The most remarkable thing is that the playground is an absolute beacon for other recreational activities in the surrounding grassy (and weedy) areas summer and winter.

And I now have seen kids playing football in The Reserve.

My "job" has been to keep hassling the Council regarding Grant's Bush Reserve grass/weeds mowed more often so that the fields can be utilised for all the extraordinary activities that go on. I think I have won on this count.

Prior to the children's playground, GBR was pretty much dead apart from a few people exercising their dogs. Now even this activity has grown enormously.

Children and adults do come from further afield just than those living in the estate.

423 days ago

Xmas Garden clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Want a garden tidy b4 xmas
its still possible ( maybe)
0272420951
Ian
Natures choice Gardening

423 days ago

Waikanae Arts & Crafts Society

Jocelyn from Waikanae

Happy festive season to the Kapiti community. Our Society wishes to thank you for your continued support. Our Society is in good heart and membership continues to grow.

If you’re interested in joining or dusting off your skills in the New Year, come along to one of the craft sessions available… View more
Happy festive season to the Kapiti community. Our Society wishes to thank you for your continued support. Our Society is in good heart and membership continues to grow.

If you’re interested in joining or dusting off your skills in the New Year, come along to one of the craft sessions available at the Society, 27a Elizabeth St (across the railway line). Your subscription will allow you to attend all or any of the groups available. All groups welcome new members and will help you improve your skills or get you started.
Contact us at:
waikanaeartsandcraftssoc@gmail.com or 021 255 0519

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451 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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428 days ago

What’s the most overrated Christmas tradition, in your opinion?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View more
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.

Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.

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424 days ago

Ryman brings Christmas cheer

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View more
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.

Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.

Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.

Click read more for the full story.

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