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1509 days ago

The Upper Hutt man who saved the pig

Reporter Community News

Did you know that Staglands Wildlife Reserve founder John Simister played a crucial role in saving the kunekune pig?
Along with Michael Willis, he set off in 1978 in search of kunekune.
The pair traveled the back blocks of New Zealand to find survivors of the species, which was thought to have … View more
Did you know that Staglands Wildlife Reserve founder John Simister played a crucial role in saving the kunekune pig?
Along with Michael Willis, he set off in 1978 in search of kunekune.
The pair traveled the back blocks of New Zealand to find survivors of the species, which was thought to have been introduced to the early 19th century.
At that time, there was thought to be about 60 left.
Kunekune, with their cartoon like features and friendly nature, are now popular pets thanks to the hard work of Simister and Willis.

1509 days ago

Have you voted in the 2020 Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear gardeners, while the entire nation is in the mood to vote, don't miss out on having your say in who becomes our Gardener of the Year! Read their stories, choose your favourite, and vote for them!

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1509 days ago

Di and Viv and Rose Premieres at Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

An all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.

A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. … View more
An all-women powerhouse cast and crew come together from across Aotearoa for the NZ premiere of West End smash-hit Di and Viv and Rose.

A sharp, relatable story about three women across three decades, growing together and drifting apart through the big events and little moments in life. Intelligently written with political retrospect, emotional dramatic shifts and plenty of antics – all set to an iconic 80’s soundtrack.

A gorgeous and affecting mix of nostalgia with gut-punching honesty.

“Crackling with wisdom and wit, Di and Viv and Rose is a humorous and thoughtful exploration of friendship's impact on life and life's impact on friendship.” – London Theatre 1
Find out more

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1510 days ago

Wellington Hospitality Awards voting opens

Reporter Community News

The finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood … View more
The finalists have been announced in the Wellington Hospitality awards and Wellingtonians are being invited to vote for their favourite place to dine out.
The finalists represent the top-notch dining establishments in the capital as voted by the hospitality industry.
The award winning seafood restaurant Ortega is famed for its attention to detail in service and is appropriately nominated for best front of house team and outstanding Maitre D for co-owner Davey McDonald. It picks up a third nomination for its wine list.
Voting is open until Sunday, 25 October at 5.00pm and the winners will be revealed on Sunday, 1 November at Te Papa Tongarewa.

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1515 days ago

Poll: Should fireworks be banned?

Reporter Community News

A Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for … View more
A Wellington City councillor is calling for a 2 kilometre fireworks exclusion zone near Wellington Zoo.
Last year, the death of an antelope at the zoo was attributed to stress from fireworks.
Wellington City councillor Fleur Fitzsimons said the proposed ban was a matter of safety and wellbeing for zoo animals.
Last November, Auckland councillors Cathy Casey and Fa’anana Efeso Collins presented to a parliamentary select committee asking for a ban on the private sale and use of fireworks.
Please put NFP (Not for Publication) if you do not want your comments used in a story.

Should fireworks be banned?
  • 37.8% Yes
    37.8% Complete
  • 12% No
    12% Complete
  • 50.2% Public displays only
    50.2% Complete
1069 votes
1510 days ago

SLEEP PRESENTATION

Corinne Morris from

Sleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.

When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie

For more information and to … View more
Sleep changes with ageing and its relationship to health and well being. Come along to hear about the importance of sleep and to learn some tips surrounding sleep.

When: Tuesday 10 November at 1.30pm
Where: Rita Angus Retirement Village 66 Coutts Street, Kilbirnie

For more information and to register call Lynda on 04 387 7625

1510 days ago

Re this recent post " Foreign matter found in canned product The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sandra from Timberlea

Just a heads up here:
I am pretty sure the advertised cans of tomatoes were included in some of the MSD food parcels.
May pay to check the batch lots if you still have some of these cans in the pantry/cupboard.

1515 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

A bit of a toughie this week. Checking out the background might help you identify where this photo from the 1930s was taken.

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1510 days ago

Hutt Valley sporting winners

Reporter Community News

Hey Hutt folk, the Hutt Valley Sports Awards were held last week with Pulse and Silver Ferns defender Karin Burger taking the top award.
Here is the list of winners.
Sportswoman of the Year and Supreme winner, Karin Burger.
Sportsman of the Year, Ben Waine (football).
Team of the Year, Ulalei … View more
Hey Hutt folk, the Hutt Valley Sports Awards were held last week with Pulse and Silver Ferns defender Karin Burger taking the top award.
Here is the list of winners.
Sportswoman of the Year and Supreme winner, Karin Burger.
Sportsman of the Year, Ben Waine (football).
Team of the Year, Ulalei (netball).
Coach of the Year, Hilton Parker (speedway).
Administrator of the Year, Ana So'otaga (netball).
Young Sportswoman of the Year, Chelsey Edwards (swimming).
Young Volunteer of the Year, Lace Tangianau (softball).
Disabled athlete, Nathan Wilkinson (bowls, netball).
Official of the Year, Gareth Fowler (netball).
Sports Legend, Ewen Chatfield (cricket).
Exceptional service to sport, Jo Paroa (netball).

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1510 days ago

Good Health Week.

PAK’nSAVE Upper Hutt

First day back of the last term of the year! How scary is that! This year has definitely been a "blink and miss" kinda vibe!!
Good Health Week is kicking off today - we have loads of great deals starting today, from fruit and veg all the way through to Health & Beauty and … View more
First day back of the last term of the year! How scary is that! This year has definitely been a "blink and miss" kinda vibe!!
Good Health Week is kicking off today - we have loads of great deals starting today, from fruit and veg all the way through to Health & Beauty and everything in between!
Our team are ready to welcome you to our store and we look forward to seeing you soon!
*Pricing available until Sunday 18th October 2020

1510 days ago

Foreign matter found in canned product

Neighbourly.co.nz

Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their … View more
Popular food label Value has issued a nationwide recall of specific batches of its canned chopped tomatoes, after it was discovered that stones may be present in the product.

Consumers are asked to check the batch number on the side of the can against the numbers provided below and return their can/s to their retailer for a full refund.

What you need to know:

- Batch numbers SMS1 J213, TTA1 J214, TTA1 J215, and TTA1 J217 are affected by this recall.
- The product is sold in New World, Pak’n Save, Four Square, Gilmours, and Trents stores nationwide.

To get in contact with Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd, call 0800 245 114. For more information on the recall, visit the New Zealand Food Safety website.

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1510 days ago

Orchestra Wellington's Rachmaninoff 3: Melancholy

Orchestra Wellington

Hi Neighbours – join us on Saturday 17 October as we continue our season with a delightful triple-header.

We kick off with Josef Suk’s generously melodic serenade, which contains a capriciously dance-like second movement. Music Director Marc Taddei will, as ever, conduct our players through… View more
Hi Neighbours – join us on Saturday 17 October as we continue our season with a delightful triple-header.

We kick off with Josef Suk’s generously melodic serenade, which contains a capriciously dance-like second movement. Music Director Marc Taddei will, as ever, conduct our players through the performance, which includes Prokofiev's brilliant first piano concerto.

The concerto is performed by internationally celebrated pianist and cherished Wellingtonian Jian Liu, before we round off the evening with Rachmaninoff's beautiful third and final symphony.

Tickets start from $40, and the concert will take place at 7:30pm at the Michael Fowler Centre.

Kirsten Mason
General Manager, Orchestra Wellington
Find out more

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1520 days ago

Urgent housing needed/ rental

Kelly from Clouston Park - Kingsley Heights

Hello neighbours.

Edit: This family is now living in their cars. They have asked for help through all avenues including emergency housing, which they have said they cant help the family.
But this is typical NZ where we help foreigner's and not our own people. But please if anyone has or knows… View more
Hello neighbours.

Edit: This family is now living in their cars. They have asked for help through all avenues including emergency housing, which they have said they cant help the family.
But this is typical NZ where we help foreigner's and not our own people. But please if anyone has or knows of anyone with possibly something for them to stay in that would be highly highly appreciated.

I am just wondering if anyone has or knows of anyone who may have a rental for a family of 3 ( a mum and her two sons) are looking for a rental asap as today i their last day in the rental they are currently in and have had no luck in getting another rental as yet.
Please get intouch if you have or know of anyone. They are looking around upper hutt lower hutt petone and possibly welligton. Thank you

1512 days ago

Companion Walking Service

Corinne Morris from

We provide companionship to people over 65 who would like a regular visit from a friendly volunteer. We aim to match people with volunteers who live in the same area and have similar interests. Clients enjoy the benefits of walking and being outside, seeing what is going on in their community. They… View moreWe provide companionship to people over 65 who would like a regular visit from a friendly volunteer. We aim to match people with volunteers who live in the same area and have similar interests. Clients enjoy the benefits of walking and being outside, seeing what is going on in their community. They also visit other places like the Botanical Gardens and parks close by with flat areas to walk.

Click www.youtube.com... below to watch a video of one of our clients enjoying a walk with her CWS companion in Wellington.

1512 days ago

Sir Tom Moore is the UK's oldest podcaster!!

Corinne Morris from

He already has a knighthood under his belt, a chart-topping single, two books, a forthcoming feature film and a special place in the nation’s affections as a result of his fundraising efforts for the NHS during the pandemic. Now the centenarian Capt Sir Tom Moore is to become the UK’s oldest … View moreHe already has a knighthood under his belt, a chart-topping single, two books, a forthcoming feature film and a special place in the nation’s affections as a result of his fundraising efforts for the NHS during the pandemic. Now the centenarian Capt Sir Tom Moore is to become the UK’s oldest podcaster!

Older people are often lonely – chat with them, urges Capt Tom Moore.

Check out the article www.theguardian.com...

If you would like to help to End Loneliness - email info@letsendloneliness.co.nz to get a promotional pack of stickers, bookmarks and brochures to share in your community.

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