Alicetown, Lower Hutt

1411 days ago

Is the Petone Wharf worth saving?

Reporter Community News

The city council has announced that it closing the wharf for six weeks to carry out urgent repairs.
The wharf suffered further damage over New Year from earthquakes.
In 2018, Stuff reported that it would cost $8 million to fix the wharf.
Since then, its condition has deteriorated.
Do you think it… View more
The city council has announced that it closing the wharf for six weeks to carry out urgent repairs.
The wharf suffered further damage over New Year from earthquakes.
In 2018, Stuff reported that it would cost $8 million to fix the wharf.
Since then, its condition has deteriorated.
Do you think it is worth saving?

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1412 days ago

Petone Wharf off-limits for six weeks.

Reporter Community News

Petone Wharf has been closed to repair the damage cause by two recent earthquakes. Despite a large dip in its walkway, engineers had previously declared the wharf safe.
The Hutt City Council made the decision to close the wharf because repair work was a risk to public safety. It is thought the work… View more
Petone Wharf has been closed to repair the damage cause by two recent earthquakes. Despite a large dip in its walkway, engineers had previously declared the wharf safe.
The Hutt City Council made the decision to close the wharf because repair work was a risk to public safety. It is thought the work will take up to six weeks, the wharf will remain closed during this time.

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1408 days ago

How much control does your boss have over your life?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express political views in social settings, or not being able to have a secondary income. Does this sound familiar? Have you got a story to tell? Email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1409 days ago

How to make colourful coasters

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Whether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your… View more
Whether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1409 days ago

Enrol at Whitby Collegiate in 2022

Whitby Collegiate Limited

Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
• A supportive learning environment.
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, … View more
Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
• A supportive learning environment.
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Johnsonville and the Hutt Valley.

Enrolments are now open for 2022. Limited spaces still available this year.

To apply to enrol, or for more information on booking a school tour and our open days go to whitbycollegiate.school.nz
Find out more

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1409 days ago

Whiteheads/pōpokatea

Louise from Woburn

Good to see a thriving population of whiteheads/pōpokatea (Mohoua albicilla) in the Belmont Regional Park, Lower Hutt. It is a small noisy bird that will fly quite close to investigate. They are only found in the lower half of the North Island and a few offshore islands, and unfortunately are in … View moreGood to see a thriving population of whiteheads/pōpokatea (Mohoua albicilla) in the Belmont Regional Park, Lower Hutt. It is a small noisy bird that will fly quite close to investigate. They are only found in the lower half of the North Island and a few offshore islands, and unfortunately are in decline overall.

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1412 days ago

Razor blades in the walls....

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Has anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a… View moreHas anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a nasty, rusty surprise.
I'm certain I've seen something like this here in Aotearoa-NZ, but can't for the life of me recall where. It was in the back of the medicine cupboard. Let us know if you've seen, had - or have - one in your home.

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1410 days ago

Work begins on Wainuiomata dog park

Reporter Community News

Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry and Wainuiomata Ward Councillor Keri Brown have turned the first sod to mark the start of work on the Wainuiomata dog park.
Campbell Barry says he is delighted to see work starting on the park, and is looking forward to seeing dog owners from across the city using … View more
Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry and Wainuiomata Ward Councillor Keri Brown have turned the first sod to mark the start of work on the Wainuiomata dog park.
Campbell Barry says he is delighted to see work starting on the park, and is looking forward to seeing dog owners from across the city using the space later this year.
“The new park is going to be a great asset for all dog owners right across Lower Hutt. It’s fantastic to celebrate this milestone, particularly with the Waiu Dog Park Committee who have been working hard behind the scenes,” says Campbell Barry.

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1410 days ago

Bunk beds

Jolene from Waterloo

Hi everyone.. just wondering if anyone happens to be getting rid of/selling some bunk beds. Single size please and would prefer wooden.. 🤞🏼 thanks!

1415 days ago

Do you need a landscape gardener?

Joshua from Kelburn Price Smart Landscaping and Gardeners

Is your garden messy, overgrown or just in need of a clean-up? We’ve got general garden maintenance for that. How about ugly banks? A slope in your garden that keeps slipping? We’ve got retaining walls for that! Price Smart will take any ideas you have for your garden and help bring them from … View moreIs your garden messy, overgrown or just in need of a clean-up? We’ve got general garden maintenance for that. How about ugly banks? A slope in your garden that keeps slipping? We’ve got retaining walls for that! Price Smart will take any ideas you have for your garden and help bring them from design to reality.
So for whatever you’re after, give us a call at: 027 548 9818 or visit: www.pricesmart.co.nz... for a reasonable estimate.

1411 days ago

Every Wellington river poorly rated for safe swimming

Reporter Community News

Wellington rivers could spell trouble for swimmers this week, with every popular spot in the region ranked as either unsuitable for swimming, or at least requiring caution.
Toxic algae blooms and elevated levels of E. Coli are prompting warnings from Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA), which provides … View more
Wellington rivers could spell trouble for swimmers this week, with every popular spot in the region ranked as either unsuitable for swimming, or at least requiring caution.
Toxic algae blooms and elevated levels of E. Coli are prompting warnings from Land Air Water Aotearoa (LAWA), which provides updates on 125 spots in the Wellington region.
On Tuesday morning, according to LAWA, 16 of 20 popular river spots in the region were unsuitable for swimming, and caution was advised for the remaining four due to large amounts of E. Coli bacteria and toxic algae blooms.
Toxic algae and E. Coli both cause gastrointestinal illness and infections, with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

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1410 days ago

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about developing an Age friendly Business programme or have more questions about how to get involved, get in touch with us at osc@msd.govt.nz.

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1411 days ago

Is it time to close the Cornish St exit?

Reporter Community News

A cluster of five signs warning drivers against entering State Highway 2 the wrong way was not enough to prevent a double fatal crash involving a vehicle travelling against the flow of traffic on Wellington’s roads.
In Tuesday’s crash, the car entered the motorway and headed south after turning… View more
A cluster of five signs warning drivers against entering State Highway 2 the wrong way was not enough to prevent a double fatal crash involving a vehicle travelling against the flow of traffic on Wellington’s roads.
In Tuesday’s crash, the car entered the motorway and headed south after turning right from Cornish St in Petone. Cornish St is a one-lane, one-way side street used as a turnoff from State Highway 2 for northbound cars heading to the Lower Hutt suburb of Korokoro. Multiple signs warn motorists not to enter the highway from there.

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1413 days ago

Keep up with the latest America's Cup action

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Who's foiling and who's failing?

Stuff's America's Cup correspondent Duncan Johnstone brings you all the action from on and off the water, delivered to your inbox every Monday.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter (for free) here.

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1411 days ago

Arts icon Bill Sheat has died aged 90

Reporter Community News

Lower Hutt lawyer and arts stalwart Bill Sheat died on Wednesday, January 20 after a short illness aged 90. As well as saving two of Wellington’s most important buildings – the Opera House and Embassy Theatre – from the wrecking ball, Sheat wil be remembered for his massive contribution to … View moreLower Hutt lawyer and arts stalwart Bill Sheat died on Wednesday, January 20 after a short illness aged 90. As well as saving two of Wellington’s most important buildings – the Opera House and Embassy Theatre – from the wrecking ball, Sheat wil be remembered for his massive contribution to the arts over a 60-year period.
In 2019, he was chosen as a Wellington Icon at the Gold Awards for his service to Wellington arts over the previous 60 years.

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