Timberlea, 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

1059 days ago

Zinnia pinecone wreath

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Turn tradition on its head and make a summery Christmas wreath by transforming pine cones into heat-loving zinnias using Resene paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1059 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A good picture can be worth a thousand words. This picture by Andrew Gorrie and caption (It's a bit wet in Wellington) sums up the last week or so in Wellington nicely.

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1059 days ago

Christmas Hours

Queen Street Medical Centre

December and January

We will be closing the doors at 12pm on Friday 24th of December and will reopen on the 29th, 30th and 31st of December from 9am to 12pm for any urgent consultations. There will be no routine appointments during this time. We will reopen on Wednesday 5th of January at 8.30am… View more
December and January

We will be closing the doors at 12pm on Friday 24th of December and will reopen on the 29th, 30th and 31st of December from 9am to 12pm for any urgent consultations. There will be no routine appointments during this time. We will reopen on Wednesday 5th of January at 8.30am

Please remember to get your Christmas script ordered early. Any unclaimed scripts will be able to be collected at Queen Street Pharmacy when the surgery is closed during the Christmas hours

All the staff at Queen Street Medical would like to take this opportunity to wish all our patients a happy and safe Christmas.

WISHING DR DUNN A HAPPY RETIREMENT
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1060 days ago

Moving to a retirement village?

Public Trust

"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any … View more"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any changes." Greg Coyne Principal Trustee in Nelson had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently as part of our Later Life campaign.

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1060 days ago

Sustainability Stimulus Grant Now Open

Upper Hutt City Council

This ground breaking, New Zealand first grant is open to support sustainable projects that benefit Upper Hutt and support Council’s Sustainability Strategy Goals.

Funding is available from $5,000-$100,000 with applications open now until 28 February 2022.

This is one of Council’s Long … View more
This ground breaking, New Zealand first grant is open to support sustainable projects that benefit Upper Hutt and support Council’s Sustainability Strategy Goals.

Funding is available from $5,000-$100,000 with applications open now until 28 February 2022.

This is one of Council’s Long Term Plan projects and shows our leadership in driving enhancements to Upper Hutt’s overall emissions output, community engagement, and sustainability.

Go to our website for more information and to apply: upperhuttcity.com/ssgrant.
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1061 days ago

2022 Tai Chi Class News

Andrew from Birchville

Hi everyone

My 2021 Tai Chi classes all wrapped up yesterday
Huge thanks to students from the St.Mark's Lower Hutt & St.Hilda's Upper Hutt classes, for your continued support this year.

We all enjoyed end of year Christmas meals yesterday - Yum!

Classes will resume Tuesday … View more
Hi everyone

My 2021 Tai Chi classes all wrapped up yesterday
Huge thanks to students from the St.Mark's Lower Hutt & St.Hilda's Upper Hutt classes, for your continued support this year.

We all enjoyed end of year Christmas meals yesterday - Yum!

Classes will resume Tuesday 11th January 2022
St.Mark's Church, Woburn Road, Lower Hutt, 10am - 11am
St.Hilda's Church, Cruickshank Road, Upper Hutt, 7pm - 8pm

As these are exercise classes, vaccine passes are mandatory

Newcomers welcome

Contact Andrew Hardwick, Tai Chi Instructor on 0211532508

1061 days ago

Give kindness, this Christmas

Trade Me

We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View more
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.

100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!

Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
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1061 days ago

Helping each other through COVID-19

Ministry of Health

With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View more
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.

If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337

Find tips here
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1062 days ago

Riverbank Carpark closed again

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text … View more
It has been a wet few days and the Riverbank Carpark is currently closed for the third time in the last few days.
Rain is forecast to ease by 2pm, which coincides with high tide, and the council is not expecting the river level quickly.
If you haven't already, you can sign up to the text alert service by sending your name and number to 027 782 3388
The picture was taken last week.

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1062 days ago

Thank You Wellington, You're Making a Difference this Christmas

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Stuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:

"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting … View more
Stuff Ltd's recent support for Age Concern Wellington Region's Christmas appeal has been invaluable:

"Age Concern also experienced a burst of new interest and donations after we wrote about Rick Johnston and Denis White, who have been buddied up through Age Concern's visiting service. Johnston takes 82-year-old White out to lunch or to Mitre 10, or works in his backyard.
'But the best outcome has been the 35 volunteers signing up to help deliver social connection services to older people in our communities,” said Stephen Opie, chief executive of Age Concern Wellington. “We’re always needing more volunteers, so this has been a great response for us.'"

Read full article here: www.stuff.co.nz...

Thank you Stuff ! #OurWellington #seniors #HCC #PoriruaCityCouncil #ageconcernwelilngtonregion #donate

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1062 days ago

Eight-time cancer survivor Phil Kerslake dies at 62

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Upper Hutt's Philip Kerslake had died after a long battle with cancer.
Kerslake battled cancer in one form or another for 43 years, but friends of the family reported he died on Saturday.
The Welsh-born Kerslake, 62, described himself as “an old warhorse” earlier this year as he confronted… View more
Upper Hutt's Philip Kerslake had died after a long battle with cancer.
Kerslake battled cancer in one form or another for 43 years, but friends of the family reported he died on Saturday.
The Welsh-born Kerslake, 62, described himself as “an old warhorse” earlier this year as he confronted the disease yet again.

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1064 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meow of Masterton

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

There has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View more
There has been a lot of submissions for Pet of the Day lately. Thanks for all your cute photos and here is a bonus from Jani McCarthy of her much loved cat. It would be great to get some dogs.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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1062 days ago

Spin to win sleighin’ fuel savings

Waitomo Group

It’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!

Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.

Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best … View more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to…spin to win FREE FUEL!

Christmas is right around the corner, so we’re spreading the Christmas cheer with wicked fuel savings to be won – just in time for your summer roadies.

Head to spinformoolah.co.nz and give our online wheel your best spin to grab some Moolah to use on your next ‘appy purchase.

Plus, head to our Facebook page to check out our 12 days of ‘appiness for your chance to win even more awesome goodies.
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1066 days ago

We Say/You Say: How much would you pay for a flat white?

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Kia ora neighbours,

Industry experts say we should be preparing to pay more for our barista coffees in order keep local cafes alive, Stuff reports.

While the average price of a regular coffee is between $4.50 and $5, the cost of running a cafe has increased exponentially due to rising rents, … View more
Kia ora neighbours,

Industry experts say we should be preparing to pay more for our barista coffees in order keep local cafes alive, Stuff reports.

While the average price of a regular coffee is between $4.50 and $5, the cost of running a cafe has increased exponentially due to rising rents, wages, and milk prices. Former cafe owner Richard Corney says taking these into account, a fair price for a coffee is closer to $6.50 to $7:

"In the New Year, people have to be prepared to pay up to $7.20 for a large flat white, and $20 for a plate of brunch food. If you’re not, I completely understand, but we will see the demise of the hospitality sector."

How much are you willing to pay for your morning coffee? Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the conversations section of the Upper Hutt Leader.

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1063 days ago

Sustainable & Affordable (It means better choices)

The Warehouse

Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and … View more
Better products shouldn’t cost the earth. That’s why we’re bringing you more
sustainable products with sound credentials from global leaders like the
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), as well
as less packaging waste.

Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.

Sustainable shopping for every whanau.
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