Timberlea, Upper Hutt

It is the weekend!

It is the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

3099 days ago

Power cut will force Staglands to close for a day for the first time in 45 years. When was the last time you visited the park?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Its doors have been open through rain, hail and snow for 45 years, but now a power cut will force Upper Hutt wildlife park Staglands to close for a day this month.
The business had been open every day except Christmas Day since 1972, office manager Celeste Digby-Smith said.
Wellington ...

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3099 days ago

Explore the North Island by rail!

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Don't miss out on the annual Dominion Post Readers’ Rail tour this spring.

Boasting a 14-day rail and coach tour, the Dominion Post reader's Rail Tour will visit some of the North Island's most beautiful spots. Explore iconic gardens, world famous tea estates, vineyards, … View more
Don't miss out on the annual Dominion Post Readers’ Rail tour this spring.

Boasting a 14-day rail and coach tour, the Dominion Post reader's Rail Tour will visit some of the North Island's most beautiful spots. Explore iconic gardens, world famous tea estates, vineyards, museums of local history and much more.

Tickets are on sale now at dompost.co.nz/readerstour or email readersrailtour@dompost.co.nz for an information pack.

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3099 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
3099 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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3112 days ago

Motorway Moonshine Bridge Underpass to Moonshine Rd.

Paul from Trentham

Here's some food for thought. When we first moved to Trentham in 2003, it was possible to turn into Moonshine Road, as you come off the Hutt River-Moonshine bridge from the north bound lane of the motorway, until they put up the barrier in the middle of the motorway, because it was so … View moreHere's some food for thought. When we first moved to Trentham in 2003, it was possible to turn into Moonshine Road, as you come off the Hutt River-Moonshine bridge from the north bound lane of the motorway, until they put up the barrier in the middle of the motorway, because it was so dangerous crossing over the high velocity traffic flow of the south bound lane, to access entry into Moonshine Road.
But, if you take a walk under the eastern side of the Hutt River-Moonshine motorway bridge, you'll find only 2 or 3 low fences that block the route under the bridge, that could easily be removed and the route converted into an underpass, so that when you come off the Hutt River-Moonshine bridge from the north bound lane of the motorway, you would then move left into a slow-down lane that would next double back under the motorway bridge, and up onto Moonshine Road, thereby restoring the faster motorway travel we once all had ! The only thing that might be an obstacle is if there is less than 4.3 metres of clearance for trucks etc, but that could be overcome by either lowering the road slightly or else, you have a warning sign, and a warning portal, where any too high vehicle that passes through it, activates an alarm to tell it to turn around and use another route; eg Whakatiki St.
The underpass may be subject to flooding, but that is no different to the Pharazyn St/Melling bridge underpass in Lower Hutt, and we have some good concrete available these days !

3100 days ago

The Three Altos - A Viola Spectacular!

New Zealand Symphony Orchestra

An evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's … View moreAn evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists with the NZSO. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform the NZ premiere of Boris Pigovat's achingly beautiful "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's extraordinary "Lady Walton's Garden", rich with Argentinean flavour, rhythms and excitement - don't be surprised if it breaks into some tango dancing - anything is possible! Roger Myers (USA) will feature in Schumann's enchanting "Fairy Tale Pictures" and Roger Benedict (Australia) will feature in Walton’s Viola Concerto. This promises to be a New Zealand cultural highlight of the year.

Michael Fowler Centre 7.30pm, September 4, 2017.

Visit the 44th International Viola Congress website.
Book now

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3104 days ago

Recycling Poll / Survey Summary

Sandra from Timberlea

Hi all, Whew! What a marathon task!!!
A huge thanks to all ( 133 of you 👏 ) who took the time to take part.
I have summarised the information to present alongside the poll Heather Blissett (Neighbourhood Support) and her supporters have undertaken via Facebook, along with some oral … View more
Hi all, Whew! What a marathon task!!!
A huge thanks to all ( 133 of you 👏 ) who took the time to take part.
I have summarised the information to present alongside the poll Heather Blissett (Neighbourhood Support) and her supporters have undertaken via Facebook, along with some oral responses from people caught at the recycle depot itself. All this data will presented to the UHCC at the appropriate time. Remember : anyone will be able to make a personal submission.
I am attaching my summary for those who are interested.

Survey results Total replies.docx Download View

3101 days ago

Everyone’s a winner with a $40 gift from Ring!

Ring

Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive… View more
Thanks to the thousands of Neighbourly Neighbours who entered our draw for a free Ring Video Doorbell! Congratulations to Suzy P. of Auckland for taking home the grand prize!

Even if you didn’t win, we don’t want you to leave empty-handed. To show our thanks, we’re giving you an exclusive $40 discount only for Neighbourly members.

To claim your discount, simply go to Ring.com and purchase a Video Doorbell or Security Camera. During the checkout process, enter promo code NEIGHBOURLY40 to save $40 on your new device. The promo code will expire on August 31, so be sure to redeem it soon. Limit two per household.

Ring sends alerts to your phone, tablet and PC whenever motion is detected. Answer the alert, and you can see, hear and speak to people on your property from anywhere. With Ring, you’ll never miss another visitor. Because with Ring, you’re always home.
Shop now

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3102 days ago

Celebrating World Orangutan Day

The Warehouse New Zealand

Saturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose … View moreSaturday 19 August is World Orangutan Day. Sadly, these beautiful animals are under threat. How can you help? By making sustainable choices. Many of our wood and paper products are FSC certified, which means the wood content is sourced from sustainable forests and plantations. When you choose these products, you’re helping to protect forests and the animals that call them home. Find out more. Learn more

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3103 days ago

CHOOSE THE RIGHT HEATING FOR YOUR HOME!

Garry Tranter from Price My House for Free Limited

Talofa Neighbours!

What about SOLAR as a source of heating for your home...

Solar panels provide essentially free hot water. Any excess can be diverted to heating a pool or added into a floor heating system. During winter months solar will require back-up heat supplementation. Power and gas … View more
Talofa Neighbours!

What about SOLAR as a source of heating for your home...

Solar panels provide essentially free hot water. Any excess can be diverted to heating a pool or added into a floor heating system. During winter months solar will require back-up heat supplementation. Power and gas prices are continuing to rise and are forecast to increase sharply as demand increases – solar is renewable, sustainable, efficient and reduces hot water heating costs.

3103 days ago

Do you know someone aged between 14 and 18 years?

The Team from Ministry of Education

Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.

Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. … View more
Would they be interested in being part of our Youth Advisory Group? Registrations of interest have opened for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education.

Encourage them to register their interest for this exciting opportunity to have a say in our education system. Register here today

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3133 days ago

Mary,

David from Trentham

I can not believe we just gave up and have all moved on and forgotten about poor Mary who went missing sometime ago, we don't care enough!!!.

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3104 days ago

Workshop Benches

David from Trentham

Hi Neighbors, I have two work shop benches free to a good home, first in fist served, they are on my front lawn right now, help your self.

3104 days ago

Your kindness could WIN you a prize!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an … View moreWe're gearing up for this year's Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday 1st September. Neighbourly members seem to be the experts when it comes to kindness. This is why we want you to share your ideas of how to celebrate the day, or even a story of a time you've experienced an unexpected friendly gesture. It might even be something you've seen on Neighbourly!

Comment below before Monday 28th August and we'll pick THREE lucky story tellers to win a $30 Prezzy® card.

Please note: comments may be shared with your local community newspaper and used for publication.

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3104 days ago

Save in your first year. Guaranteed.

Electric Kiwi

Hi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s … View moreHi Neighbours. We know Kiwis like a good deal. We also understand it can be tricky to tell if you are better off. At Electric Kiwi, we are so confident that you'll save in your first year, that we guarantee it. Maybe that’s why we are NZ's fastest growing power company? T&C’s apply. Find out more.

Figure out how much you will save in 2 minutes, grab your latest power bill and head to our handy online calculator.
Find out more

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