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670 days ago

Are your Christmas plans looking a bit different this year?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.

How does this affect your household for the most costly season?

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP … View more
The cost of living in New Zealand is rising rapidly fuelled by high interest rates and increasing food costs.

How does this affect your household for the most costly season?

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Some may be used in our We Say You Say column in the local papers - add NFP if you wish your reply to be exclu

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669 days ago

The Must-Give Christmas Gift!

Christmas Box

Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, … View more
Meeting an ever-increasing need in our communities, Christmas Box provides more than just food in a time of need, it also brings a reminder that there is a community of people who care.

We believe by alleviating some of the pressure that families feel at Christmas time through our food parcels, it will create a lasting impact that goes beyond a treat at Christmas.

For only $40 you can donate a Christmas Box to a family in need, providing not just practical help, but much deserved hope too.
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670 days ago

Moving on from paper tickets

Metlink

Paper tickets are leaving the station. 🚊

From 31 December 2022, 10-trips and off-board single trip tickets won’t be sold at ticket offices or retailers. However, you can still pay on-board with cash.
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684 days ago

What are your thoughts on building 850 new homes in Trentham?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Upper Hutt’s rapidly expanding economy has received another boost, thanks to a $12.4 million investment from government.
It will provide the funding towards providing infrastructure for 850 new houses.
Tell us what you think of the project

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676 days ago

Poll: Are you able to get help with your health when needed?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled … View more
A report has shown that clinics around New Zealand are understaffed, with GP's being overworked and underpaid. And for everyday kiwis, healthcare and emergency healthcare is simply not accessible.

The General Practice Owners Association of Aotearoa's report titled ‘‘On The Brink’’ outlines the urgent need to address pay parity for GP nurses and doctors, beef up workforce numbers and improve funding allocations for practices with the hopes that this makes heatlhcare more accessible in the community.

Are you noticing delays in getting GP appointments or long waits at after-hours care?

Any comments below may be shared in your local paper's We Say You Say column.

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Are you able to get help with your health when needed?
  • 46.2% Wait times are too long - It's unacceptable.
    46.2% Complete
  • 30.8% I can get the help I need, it just takes longer.
    30.8% Complete
  • 7.7% I haven't noticed an issue.
    7.7% Complete
  • 15.3% I'm happy; I have no complaints.
    15.3% Complete
3445 votes
673 days ago

How to make your own Christmas terrarium

Resene

How to make your own Christmas terrarium painted in Resene.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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673 days ago

Repaint a doll's bed

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Breathe new life into an old children’s toy with a fun new look using only Resene testpots! Find out how to create your own.

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674 days ago

Christmas is coming.

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

We are collecting toys for Christmas appeal. You can drop of at shop or branch.

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674 days ago

AND NOW THEY'RE RACING

Michael from Trentham

Corgis will compete for a trophy and large bags of yummy premiun dog food at the 4th annual Black Hawk Corgi Races on Saturday December 10.

The fun event which is likely to feature three heats and a final, will be held at the Belmont Domain in Lower Hutt.

The Corgis will race over a 60 metre … View more
Corgis will compete for a trophy and large bags of yummy premiun dog food at the 4th annual Black Hawk Corgi Races on Saturday December 10.

The fun event which is likely to feature three heats and a final, will be held at the Belmont Domain in Lower Hutt.

The Corgis will race over a 60 metre grassed "track".

The Palmerston North Greyhound Club has donated racing vests which will assist the judges.

Entry is free and open to pure bred Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis from anywhere.

Spectators are very welcome.

Racing starts at 2pm.

For any further info tel 021 614 821.

675 days ago

Be in to win with Southern Cross Pet

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t … View more
Share a festive photo of your furry friend and you could be in to win a $100 Prezzy® card. Because the smell of the Christmas tree and the ripping open of presents isn’t only exciting for us. But for them too.

All pets are welcome - Santa paws, claws, beaks, and squeaks. And if you don’t have a pet, that’s fine; we’d love to see your festive snaps too.

Ends 21 December 2022
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675 days ago

Free concrete blocks

Olga from Maoribank

Hi there
I have a few concrete blocks.
If anyone needs them , please halo yourself.
To collect from Maoribank.
I have more then on photo.

Negotiable

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675 days ago

Lost relative

Felicity from Elderslea

Hi im looking for someone related to Barrie Crighton, he lived 1934, whether this is his birthdate l dont no but l would like to get in touch with someone who knew him. Fel

676 days ago

Sustainability Stimulus Grants AVAILABLE NOW

Upper Hutt City Council

Upper Hutt City Council wants to partner with the community to help create a more sustainable Upper Hutt.

Last year, our Sustainability Stimulus Grant helped fund seven projects including indigenous forestry restoration, water infrastructure, food programmes, and a pest control programme. The … View more
Upper Hutt City Council wants to partner with the community to help create a more sustainable Upper Hutt.

Last year, our Sustainability Stimulus Grant helped fund seven projects including indigenous forestry restoration, water infrastructure, food programmes, and a pest control programme. The grant is now open for a second round and we’re looking for sustainability projects that can benefit Upper Hutt and need help with funding

Whether it’s taking pressure off existing infrastructure, changing the status quo, making an existing process more sustainable, or completely out-of-the-box thinking, we want to help get your project up and running!

Got questions? Email askus@uhcc.govt.nz
For more info go to upperhuttcity.com/ssgrant
Apply Online

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676 days ago

Home and property inspiration delivered to your inbox

Homed

What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how … View more
What better way to while away a Friday afternoon and get your weekend DIY inspiration than drooling over the most beautiful house and garden content of the week?

Homed newsletter keeps you on top of the real estate market, takes you inside gorgeous New Zealand homes, give you a taste of how celebrities live, keep you up to date with interior trends, provide project ideas, and more. Be inspired to dream big about your own space - and get on the path to making those dreams come true. Sign up for free here.
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678 days ago

Corner Stores Turned Corner

Michael from Trentham

The corner store/local dairy is a relic of a pre-supermarket past and a criminalised present.

I see two outcomes
Ban the selling of what most crims seem to want from these places - cigarettes - and review the situation after a year or simply shut down all operations of this kind right now and … View more
The corner store/local dairy is a relic of a pre-supermarket past and a criminalised present.

I see two outcomes
Ban the selling of what most crims seem to want from these places - cigarettes - and review the situation after a year or simply shut down all operations of this kind right now and so let the supermarkets reign supreme.

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