Totara Park, Upper Hutt

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284 days ago

Hipkins Lacks Empathy

Michael from Trentham

The problem with PM Chris Hipkins is he has difficulties being comfortable around strangers, talking small talk and being relatable. This assessment came from a leading political commentator.

In contrast National Party leader, Chris Luxon has no issues in this regard and is more along the lines… View more
The problem with PM Chris Hipkins is he has difficulties being comfortable around strangers, talking small talk and being relatable. This assessment came from a leading political commentator.

In contrast National Party leader, Chris Luxon has no issues in this regard and is more along the lines in acting personable as a John Key or Jacinda Ardern.

I first saw Hipkins in person some 12 years ago just before a general election when he brushed past me and my Corgi, Taylor when we were fortnightly meet-the-residents visitors at the Heretaunga Retirement & Rest Home.
He was campaigning but ignored me and Taylor as if we were both not potential voters and it was an everyday thing to see a Corgi in the lounge of such a place.

Whilst Hipkins won't be mainly responsible for Labour losing quiet soundly in the 2023 elections, his awkwardness and inability to resonate with people individually is a handicap.

290 days ago

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View more
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

277 days ago

Last chance for tickets!

Heart Foundation

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277 days ago

And the winner is...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to our $100 Mitre 10 prize winners this week:

Sonia Lewis of St Albans
Hinemoa Henderson of Taupo
Ryan Dunseath of Te Atatu Peninsula
Tāmātī Kaiwai of Clouston Park
Sarah Bullard of Nelson

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 24th of October. Enjoy!

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282 days ago

Do you remember?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Rugby World Cup is underway, are you a fan?

New Zealand's All Blacks have won the RWC three times - 1987, 2011 and 2015. Do you remember these? Whether you were in the grandstand or on the couch, tell us what you remember of these historic moments...

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279 days ago

Baby Cot c/w mattress

Ronnie from Elderslea

Near new (used 3 times) baby cot with mattress for sale. New replacement cost approximately $ 449.00 only asking $175.00

Price: $175

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279 days ago

Bright new start

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Lighten and brighten a dull, old wooden floor with Resene Colorwood Whitewash.

Find out how to get the whitewashed look in your home with this easy project.

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280 days ago

Have you got a favourite family recipe for strawberries?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.

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280 days ago

Unsure about Chiropractic Care...?

The Chiro from The Chiro - Upper Hutt

Know someone who is on the fence about chiropractic care? 🤔
As part of our ongoing commitment to the wellness of our communities, we offer 10-minute chats with our chiropractors!
Why is this a good option?

✅ 10-minute booking with any of our chiropractors, at any of our three practice … View more
Know someone who is on the fence about chiropractic care? 🤔
As part of our ongoing commitment to the wellness of our communities, we offer 10-minute chats with our chiropractors!
Why is this a good option?

✅ 10-minute booking with any of our chiropractors, at any of our three practice locations around Wellington (Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Johnsonville)
✅ No charge, no obligation.
✅ Provides a chance to discuss any concerns, have questions answered, and talk about care options
✅ Opportunity to be fully informed about how chiropractic care may help, and then be able to make the best possible care decisions moving forward

Be sure to let your friends and family know!
#betterwithchiropractic #thechironz

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281 days ago

Incident on Hutt Valley line

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Huge crowds of commuters are stuck in Wellington train station as emergency services respond to an incident on the Hutt Valley Line. As of 5pm, hundreds of people are queuing at the station.

According to police, the incident was reported around 3.45pm.

Those waiting were told a "police … View more
Huge crowds of commuters are stuck in Wellington train station as emergency services respond to an incident on the Hutt Valley Line. As of 5pm, hundreds of people are queuing at the station.

According to police, the incident was reported around 3.45pm.

Those waiting were told a "police incident" had closed the line and that replacement buses would be provided, although no timeframe was given.

All services on the Hutt Valley Line, between Wellington and Taitā, have been suspended, according to Metlink.

“Bus replacement services are incredibly limited.

“Please expect delays to your travel and seek other transport where possible.”

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283 days ago

Poll: When's too early for DIY?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say… View more
We can all generally agree that noise from loud music or parties in the early hours of Sunday is a no-no. But when is it okay to fire up the power tools, leaf blower or lawn mower on a Sunday morning?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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When's too early for DIY?
  • 5.7% Afternoons are for DIY. Never mornings.
    5.7% Complete
  • 30.8% Anytime before 10am is too early.
    30.8% Complete
  • 25.7% 8am is early, but acceptable.
    25.7% Complete
  • 37.8% I'd let them away with 9am.
    37.8% Complete
1835 votes
283 days ago

CAFES NEW & COMING

Michael from Trentham

People living in Upper Hutt esp in Trentham/Wallaceville will have three new public-welcoming cafes to sip their fav coffee and eat a delightful cake while soaking in the atmosphere each one presents.

Open right now is Cafe Tuki which lies in the heart of the NZ Sports Institute complex in … View more
People living in Upper Hutt esp in Trentham/Wallaceville will have three new public-welcoming cafes to sip their fav coffee and eat a delightful cake while soaking in the atmosphere each one presents.

Open right now is Cafe Tuki which lies in the heart of the NZ Sports Institute complex in Heretaunga. Cafe Tuki is open Mon-Fri 8am-2pm.

Soon to be open - almost certainly within the next few weeks - are the cafe at the large Classic Cars display complex off Alexander Road, Trentham and the cafe on the ground floor of the Buddle Building in the Blue Mountains Campus, Wallaceville.

All three are within a radius of 1.5 km.

282 days ago

Gardening and section tidies

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Need your gardens sorted for spring ?
Trees fallen over with all this wind?
Calling all messy gardens don’t let your owners neglect you any longer ! Get them to message us today! 0272430951
Ian hamilton

282 days ago

Fancy $100 to spend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can … View more
We've randomly drawn five lucky members to win our $100 Prezzy® cards - you can use these anywhere. Congratulations to:

Margaret Ewers of Richmond
Barbara Meurk of Feilding
Mustafa Arshad of Mount Roskill
Jared Welsh of Greymouth
Teresa Newman of Northwood

Winners, you can claim your prize here before the 26th of September. Enjoy!

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282 days ago

Spring Clean Your Bills!

The Team from NZ Compare

Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, … View more
Tidying up the house? Don't forget to tidy up your bills too!

Is your broadband contract or power contract expiring soon? Now's the perfect time to COMPARE and SWITCH your broadband and power plans for a fresh start. Save money this Spring!

As Daylight Savings starts this Sunday, remember to set your clocks before bedtime.
Compare now

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