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The New Zealand Cycle Classic is nearly here! From 14 -19 January come and see some of the world's best road cyclists in action. Join in the fun of dressing up, making heaps of noise and being involved in the racing action. First up is chance to meet the team - Tues 14th in Masterton.
Find … View moreThe New Zealand Cycle Classic is nearly here! From 14 -19 January come and see some of the world's best road cyclists in action. Join in the fun of dressing up, making heaps of noise and being involved in the racing action. First up is chance to meet the team - Tues 14th in Masterton.
Find out more about the race here and how to get involved with all the fun.
With the help of animal rights group SAFE, Animal Evac New Zealand has sent a specialist team of six trained disaster responders to New South Wales. They are supporting animals and communities impacted by the catastrophic bush fires.
The team has experience in animal disaster management, … View moreWith the help of animal rights group SAFE, Animal Evac New Zealand has sent a specialist team of six trained disaster responders to New South Wales. They are supporting animals and communities impacted by the catastrophic bush fires.
The team has experience in animal disaster management, international humanitarian aid, veterinary medicine, disaster victim identification, paramedicine, incident management, animal control, wildland firefighting and technical animal rescue.
Animal Evac is asking for donations to support their work on the ground in Australia and in responding to future emergencies. They are extremely grateful to the organisations and individuals who have already supported this deployment and helped make it possible.
To learn more about Animal Evac’s work and to stay up to date with their Australian deployment, follow them on Facebook or visit our Website
We have been working this week on Cuba Street to resolve a cross-connection to reduce the contamination in the inner Wellington Harbour.
Recent tests show that the water quality has still not improved sufficiently, so we continue to advise people to avoid swimming or collecting seafood at the … View moreWe have been working this week on Cuba Street to resolve a cross-connection to reduce the contamination in the inner Wellington Harbour.
Recent tests show that the water quality has still not improved sufficiently, so we continue to advise people to avoid swimming or collecting seafood at the Taranaki Diving Platform and the shaded area on the map below until further notice.
Signage is in place in the affected areas.
Following the installation of the temporary above ground pipe, we now need to install a permanent underground pipe which means excavating from the Dixon/Willis intersection along Willis Street to State Highway 1 near Ghuznee Street.
On Monday 13 January 2020 we will start site investigations, … View moreFollowing the installation of the temporary above ground pipe, we now need to install a permanent underground pipe which means excavating from the Dixon/Willis intersection along Willis Street to State Highway 1 near Ghuznee Street.
On Monday 13 January 2020 we will start site investigations, locating service in the road and trenching along Willis Street. Pedestrian access along both sides of Willis Street will remain the same.
We are holding a community meeting next week, where we would like to invite businesses owners and residents to discuss the project work. We will have a project engineer, council representatives and local councillors available to answer any questions you may have.
The details for the community meeting are:
Tuesday 14 January, 5.30pm - Conference Centre, St John’s in the City.
Updates on this project will be available at: www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...
We have a box of CD’s, everything from country, rock & classics. If anybody can give them a new home it would be great, hate throwing them out but have no need for them. Probably about 60-70 with 2 racks to stack them in.
What a great line up of NZ musical talent at this year's festival ....plus
for the first time ever the prestige classic car rally, Cruise Martinborough, will be on site at Tauherenikau for the Saturday afternoon (Jan 25) from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. See hundreds of classic and muscle cars while … View moreWhat a great line up of NZ musical talent at this year's festival ....plus
for the first time ever the prestige classic car rally, Cruise Martinborough, will be on site at Tauherenikau for the Saturday afternoon (Jan 25) from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. See hundreds of classic and muscle cars while enjoying the afternoon show. Your $40 ticket gets you this plus the main event - the SATURDAY NIGHT SPECTACULAR with
5.30pm to 6.00pm Melissa and the Doctor
6.00pm to 6.30pm Dust and Gold
6.30pm to 7.00pm Jackie Bristow
7.00pm to 7.30pm Ainslie Allen
7.30pm to 8.30pm Bevan Gardiner and James Davy
8.30 to 10.00pm The Warratahs
Get your ticket now from us at either the Masterton or Martinborough i-SITE Visitor Centres. Going to be a great day!
Work will continue between the hours of 9pm and 6am tonight on Vivian Street, Cuba Street and Abel Smith Street.
Abel Smith Street and Cuba Street will be closed, indicated in red on the map below. Vivian Street will have a partial shoulder closure rather than a full closure indicated in orange in… View moreWork will continue between the hours of 9pm and 6am tonight on Vivian Street, Cuba Street and Abel Smith Street.
Abel Smith Street and Cuba Street will be closed, indicated in red on the map below. Vivian Street will have a partial shoulder closure rather than a full closure indicated in orange in the map below. Please follow the traffic management signage along Vivian Street.
During this time resident access is still available, and residents do not need to move their vehicles.
Work will recommence next Monday 13 January at 8pm and continue on week nights between 8pm and 6am until the morning of Friday 17 January.
We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused during this project.
A reminder that Remutaka Hill road will be closed for five nights from this Sunday night (12 January to Friday morning 17 January,) between 9pm and 4am.
If you have an urgent need to travel over the hill, a limited shuttle service is available. Please email as soon as possible :… View moreA reminder that Remutaka Hill road will be closed for five nights from this Sunday night (12 January to Friday morning 17 January,) between 9pm and 4am.
If you have an urgent need to travel over the hill, a limited shuttle service is available. Please email as soon as possible :remutaka@nzta.govt.nz
Having the road fully closed to traffic is critical to ensuring road crew safety while they undertake essential maintenance and slip prevention works to make the road safer. Plan your travel or that of friends and family heading our way to see you .
Introducing the new NZ Police app - available for free download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Alongside officers serving our communities 24/7, we’re committed to using technology to help ensure our services and information are available to you, anywhere, any time.
✅National … View moreIntroducing the new NZ Police app - available for free download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Alongside officers serving our communities 24/7, we’re committed to using technology to help ensure our services and information are available to you, anywhere, any time.
✅National Police News
✅Local Police news
✅Alerts and safety advice
✅Notifications direct to your phone
✅Report incidents and issues
✅Frequently asked questions
The NZ Police app allows you to receive our national and local news and alerts and extends access to our online services. It’s one of the ways we’re working to make sure New Zealand is the safest country.
Download for Android here - play.google.com...
Download for iOS here - apps.apple.com...
Single axle trailer in great condition.
Fully lockable with good seals on door.
Excellent for camping or shuttling luggage.
Light and easy to tow.
Cabin measures approx 190L x 118W x 108H
Discounted for quick sale.
$4,000 ono.
Can be delivered in Wellington or Wairarapa region for small fee. … View moreSingle axle trailer in great condition.
Fully lockable with good seals on door.
Excellent for camping or shuttling luggage.
Light and easy to tow.
Cabin measures approx 190L x 118W x 108H
Discounted for quick sale.
$4,000 ono.
Can be delivered in Wellington or Wairarapa region for small fee.
Will have new WOF and Reg at time of sale.
Until further notice, restrictions apply to outdoor water use in Featherston & Greytown: HAND HELD watering devices only; NO sprinklers, irrigation systems or unattended hoses.
This is in addition to year round, alternate day watering - even numbered properties on even numbered dates and odd … View moreUntil further notice, restrictions apply to outdoor water use in Featherston & Greytown: HAND HELD watering devices only; NO sprinklers, irrigation systems or unattended hoses.
This is in addition to year round, alternate day watering - even numbered properties on even numbered dates and odd numbered properties on odd numbered dates.
Together we can conserve our water to ensure that there is enough clean, clear, and safe drinking water for all our community.
For more information and other water saving tips, please visit: www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this … View moreIf you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.
Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.
Let us know here would you escape with the Editors' Escape via this link and be in to win 1 of 5 double passes to NZ House & Garden House Tours.
Competition closes 15th January 2020.
The Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating how parents can best set their children up for financial security, particularly teaching them about spending and saving. We're on the hunt for advice, tips and stories from parents and families. Would you be willing to speak to us, or offer your two cents? You can reply to this post with a comment, or if you're happy to be interviewed, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.
Head to the beach this Saturday 11 January for the Family Fun Day at Basil Bodle Reserve at Riversdale Beach.
There will be a mini-market from 10am, teddy bears’ picnic starts 11.30am with games (3-legged, egg & spoon, sack racing) and face art. Prizes for all sorts of teddy types and games … View moreHead to the beach this Saturday 11 January for the Family Fun Day at Basil Bodle Reserve at Riversdale Beach.
There will be a mini-market from 10am, teddy bears’ picnic starts 11.30am with games (3-legged, egg & spoon, sack racing) and face art. Prizes for all sorts of teddy types and games participants. Pack a picnic with everything teddies love or enjoy the sausage sizzle.
Make a day of it and explore Rewanui Forest Park on the way. Explore the great walks - great family fun so close to Masterton.
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