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Did you know sign language is New Zealand's third official language? The Neighbourly team is celebrating New Zealand Sign Language Week by introducing themselves through sign. You can learn how to finger-spell your own name by using the NZSL Online Dictionary.
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking … View moreAs we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:
1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.
2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.
3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.
4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.
5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.
Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Just days to go till the Wellington Better Home and Living Show
Friday – Sunday 12 – 14th May (10 – 5pm)
Westapac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Over 200 exhibitors, preview latest trends and innovations, a fantastic home and lifestyle package to be won … View moreJust days to go till the Wellington Better Home and Living Show
Friday – Sunday 12 – 14th May (10 – 5pm)
Westapac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Over 200 exhibitors, preview latest trends and innovations, a fantastic home and lifestyle package to be won worth $12,000 and an opportunity to test drive an Electrical Vehicle thanks to #leadingthecharge.
Talk to the experts on outdoor solutions, heating, home décor, kitchens, bathrooms and everything in-between!
Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.
So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
New research shows one in six Hutt children are medicated for asthma and a "cavalier" attitude towards the respiratory illness is causing concern among medical professionals. Do your kids or your family suffer from it? How bad is it and what do you do to alleviate it? Comments may be used… View moreNew research shows one in six Hutt children are medicated for asthma and a "cavalier" attitude towards the respiratory illness is causing concern among medical professionals. Do your kids or your family suffer from it? How bad is it and what do you do to alleviate it? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
Last Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar. This had the media asking what sweet treats people would like to see returned next and what prized New Zealand lollies may have their production shifted … View moreLast Monday the leading story on our Stuff website was the Whittaker's chocolate company revival of the toffee milk chocolate bar. This had the media asking what sweet treats people would like to see returned next and what prized New Zealand lollies may have their production shifted overseas.We want to know what your favourite discontinued treat is. Snifters? Sparkles? Pascall's Licorice Allsorts? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not for Print).
Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood.
The Wellington Better Home and Living Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.
Mark your diaries to attend the show – May 12 – 14th (10 – … View moreThe Wellington Better Home and Living Show is coming to you soon and this is your chance to check out all the action by winning complimentary double passes! There are 10 up for grabs! Simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter.
Mark your diaries to attend the show – May 12 – 14th (10 – 5pm)
Westpac Stadium
Adults $8, Senior Special Friday $5, Under 16 Free.
Don’t forget to LIKE or THANK the post to enter! T&C’s apply
Are you giving native biodiversity a helping hand in your free time by planting native plants, weeding pest plants, or trapping pests? If so, we’d love to invite you to Restoration Day, whether you're currently a volunteer, new or thinking about how you can get involved.
Restoration Day … View moreAre you giving native biodiversity a helping hand in your free time by planting native plants, weeding pest plants, or trapping pests? If so, we’d love to invite you to Restoration Day, whether you're currently a volunteer, new or thinking about how you can get involved.
Restoration Day is your chance to hear (and share) stories, experiences and best-practice techniques for ecological restoration. It's an annual networking and training event we run with our partners for community groups and individuals involved in the important work of environmental restoration.
We'd love you to join us on May 21, so to learn more or to register go to: www.naturespace.org.nz...
Noisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the … View moreNoisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the day' with quiet Sunday mornings - or even a day of rest. What noise do you find the hardest to cope with? Have your say below.
Low-carb, high-fat advocates are calling for the food pyramid to be flipped on its head in regards to school lunches, making sandwiches an occasional food rather than the norm. What do you think kids should be eating at school? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not … View moreLow-carb, high-fat advocates are calling for the food pyramid to be flipped on its head in regards to school lunches, making sandwiches an occasional food rather than the norm. What do you think kids should be eating at school? Comments may be used in print unless you state otherwise with NFP (Not for Print).
Hi everyone. Thanks for the lively discussion on this topic, we love hearing your thoughts. Comments have now been closed.
There must be an election on . . . although that's a bit unfair because Winston Peter has been a regular speaker at Upper Hutt Grey Power over the years. And it looks … View moreHi everyone. Thanks for the lively discussion on this topic, we love hearing your thoughts. Comments have now been closed.
There must be an election on . . . although that's a bit unfair because Winston Peter has been a regular speaker at Upper Hutt Grey Power over the years. And it looks like he made a few good points too.
What will the election for our seat of Rimutaka bring, we can only wonder.
Are their any issues we as a community need our candidates to address?
And would you be keen on a all-in public meeting, would you attend or are they a thing of the past?
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Neighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!
Don’t miss out! It’s … View moreNeighbours, listen up! If you’ve got travel on your mind, your time has come! Our Mega Global Sale is on for 3 DAYS ONLY! EXCLUSIVE deals on airfares, accommodation, cruises, tours to destinations including Australia, South Pacific, UK, Europe, USA, Asia and more!
Don’t miss out! It’s Friday 28th-Sunday 30th April, in store at your local Flight Centre. This is THE perfect time to book your next holiday!
The Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a … View moreThe Warehouse and Neighbourly's 2017 Great Community Clean Up kicks off on Thursday 27 April. If you haven't already registered your Clean Up event it's not too late - and you could still win great prizes! Get a group of friends, family or neighbours together (or even just enjoy a Clean Up on your own!) to make some awesome changes in your neighbourhood. Book your event between 27 April and 3 May and be in to win. Remember - the smallest acts can make the biggest difference. Consider a Clean Up at your local park, stream, carpark, beach - or even your street! Register your event now and be in to WIN!
Households are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.
… View moreHouseholds are being told to shop around for better power deals as some power companies lifted their prices in April. On the flip side, smaller companies like Electric Kiwi won't be raising power prices this year and are challenging the big power companies to do the same.
Find out if you could be saving money now.
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