Avalon, Lower Hutt

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1480 days ago

Grey warbler/riroriro - usually heard and not seen

Louise from Woburn

The grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) has been my white whale. A goal chased, but notoriously difficult to obtain (for me anyway). They are common birds, that we have all heard warbling away through summer, but they like to hang out in dense vegetation, they are tiny (surprisingly so given how… View moreThe grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) has been my white whale. A goal chased, but notoriously difficult to obtain (for me anyway). They are common birds, that we have all heard warbling away through summer, but they like to hang out in dense vegetation, they are tiny (surprisingly so given how loud their song is), and when they do appear they seldom stay still long enough for me to focus.

1483 days ago

What do you think of Quinovic letter?

Reporter Community News

A property management company that got in trouble for a email to renters at the beginning of the lockdown is under fire again after a letter drop “inviting neighbours to snitch” on tenants.
The letter from Quinovic advised neighbours new tenants had moved into their area and encouraged them to … View more
A property management company that got in trouble for a email to renters at the beginning of the lockdown is under fire again after a letter drop “inviting neighbours to snitch” on tenants.
The letter from Quinovic advised neighbours new tenants had moved into their area and encouraged them to contact the company with “any concerns about the property and its management”.
It was delivered to residents of a Hutt Valley street and was signed by Quinovic Hutt Valley manager Maritza McCrae and sales manager Helen Vance.
What do you think of Quinovic asking neigbours to monitor tenants?

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1480 days ago

Building all-round character at Scots College

Scots College

At Scots College students from Year 1 to 13 are guided in building all-round character with many opportunities available academically, culturally, in sports, leadership and service. Through high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care programmes and small class sizes, each student is known and … View moreAt Scots College students from Year 1 to 13 are guided in building all-round character with many opportunities available academically, culturally, in sports, leadership and service. Through high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care programmes and small class sizes, each student is known and encouraged to realise their potential.

Co-educational Prep School (Years 1-6), Middle School (Years 7&9), Senior School (Years 11-13).

We are excited to introduce co-education in the Middle School from 2021 and the availability of Year 9 Girls Sports and Cultural Scholarships for 2021. Apply online before Monday 23 November.
Learn more.

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1482 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, this week I am featuring a new photographer Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
Check out what she had to say about a photo she took of a tui.
"On my way home to lunch I came across this tui sitting on my neighbour's kowhai tree just singing away...I got as close as I … View more
Hi Neighbourly folk, this week I am featuring a new photographer Rosa Marie from Stokes Valley.
Check out what she had to say about a photo she took of a tui.
"On my way home to lunch I came across this tui sitting on my neighbour's kowhai tree just singing away...I got as close as I could thinking he would fly away but he just kept singing....just singing in the rain."

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1480 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Champ

Reporter Community News

Hello, Neighbourly friends! My name is Champ. I am a sweet boy that loves to play and enjoys cuddles. I have made friends with everyone here at the SPCA and would love to settle into my forever home.
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
I listen well. I know my name and have an understanding of basic … View more
Hello, Neighbourly friends! My name is Champ. I am a sweet boy that loves to play and enjoys cuddles. I have made friends with everyone here at the SPCA and would love to settle into my forever home.
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
I listen well. I know my name and have an understanding of basic training, I feel I can be trained further with the right owner. I am very eager to please.

I love cuddles and the presence of people and dogs. Although, I can feel insecure in new situations and in unfamiliar places. Once I experience more of the world, I will become more confident. I wouldn't mind having another dog to play with and don't seem to be bothered by cats, I mostly want to say hi and try and play! Because I can be unsure in certain situations, it is best that I live with older children, teens or adults that are experienced with handling and playing with dogs.

Of course, I am one of a kind! I have a slightly abnormal hindlimb conformation which is likely due to genetics. This doesn't cause me any issues, however is something a new owner needs to be aware of as it may mean I don't live as long as most other dogs.

Any serious adopter is encouraged to discuss this with one of the vet team to fully understand my medical history. Any new home would be lucky to have me, I do hope people don't overlook me because of this. If you think that you're the right home for me, contact the canine team!

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1481 days ago

Stump removal starting at $180

Joshua from Kelburn Price Smart Landscaping and Gardeners

Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.
For a reasonable … View more
Getting a tree stump out of the ground is an almost impossible undertaking without the correct equipment, knowledge and experience. Using the safest and most up to date equipment for removing stumps, we are experienced in stump removals on residential and commercial structures.
For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1482 days ago

Huge Combined Garage Sale + Plant Sale

Shuer from Boulcott

Huge Combined Garage Sale plus Plant Sale
35 George Street, Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt
8.00 - 12.00 am, Saturday 7/11/2020
Any weather
Good quality, new or preloved items suit all ages, All in good hygiene conditions.
Clothes: stylish clothes/skirts/dress/pajamas for different season and occasion … View more
Huge Combined Garage Sale plus Plant Sale
35 George Street, Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt
8.00 - 12.00 am, Saturday 7/11/2020
Any weather
Good quality, new or preloved items suit all ages, All in good hygiene conditions.
Clothes: stylish clothes/skirts/dress/pajamas for different season and occasion including kid's clothes;
Scarves: wide selections for all seasons;
Fashion shoes: sandals, jandals, boots;
Stylish bags: shoulder or hand bags;
Bedding: sheet, duvet inner, duvet cover, pillow, pillow cases. baby bedding;
Curtains and table clothes;
Kitchen thing: cooking pots, utensils, cutlery, bowls, plates; slow cooker, coffee machine, teapot, tea cup, etc etc;
Small household items: heater; lamp;
Others: oil painting;
Christmas trees, gifts and decorations;
Toys/games/puzzles: suit all ages of kids;
Books for kids, cooking books

Plant Sale
Varieties indoor and outdoor plants, flowers, vegetable plants or seedlings, including rose carpet, hydrangea, summer flowering plants, succulents, fuchsia, orchid bulbs, grapes, snow pea seedlings, bean seedlings, etc etc.

Items must go, all in good bargain price.

Negotiable

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1482 days ago

Huge Combined Garage Sale + Plant Sale

Shuer from Boulcott

Huge Combined Garage Sale plus Plant Sale
35 George Street, Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt
8.00 - 12.00 am, Saturday 7/11/2020
Any weather
Good quality, new or preloved items suit all ages, All in good hygiene conditions.

Clothes: stylish clothes/skirts/dress/pajamas for different season and occasion … View more
Huge Combined Garage Sale plus Plant Sale
35 George Street, Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt
8.00 - 12.00 am, Saturday 7/11/2020
Any weather
Good quality, new or preloved items suit all ages, All in good hygiene conditions.

Clothes: stylish clothes/skirts/dress/pajamas for different season and occasion including kid's clothes;
Scarves: wide selections for all seasons;
Fashion shoes: sandals, jandals, boots;
Stylish bags: shoulder or hand bags;
Bedding: sheet, duvet inner, duvet cover, pillow, pillow cases. baby bedding;
Curtains and table clothes;
Kitchen thing: cooking pots, utensils, cutlery, bowls, plates; slow cooker, coffee machine, teapot, tea cup, etc etc;
Small household items: heater; lamp;
Others: oil painting;

Christmas trees, gifts and decorations;
Toys/games/puzzles: suit all ages of kids;
Books for kids, cooking books

Plant Sale
Varieties indoor and outdoor plants, flowers, vegetable plants or seedlings, including rose carpet, hydrangea, summer flowering plants, succulents, fuchsia, orchid bulbs, grapes, snow pea seedlings, bean seedlings, etc etc.

Items must go, all in good bargain price.

1482 days ago

Show Time: "A great Face For Radio"

Hugo from Epuni

A Great Face For Radio
Hutt City Musical Theatre Inc
Yes we open today. The only show we can run this year the other two were canned. It’s a great show which needs a full house. There are still seats waiting for you.

Bookings www.trybooking.com... or www.facebook.com...

Tickets are $19 and… View more
A Great Face For Radio
Hutt City Musical Theatre Inc
Yes we open today. The only show we can run this year the other two were canned. It’s a great show which needs a full house. There are still seats waiting for you.

Bookings www.trybooking.com... or www.facebook.com...

Tickets are $19 and $17 for seniors.

It's time to dust off the petticoats and stove-pipes, and shimmy back to the 60s with the gang from Radio HCMT! Get ready for one rock n' rollicking escapade after another with A Great Face for Radio! The show follows the going ons, high jinx and hilarity back stage at the HCMT Radio! Proudly brought to you by Hutt City Musical Theatre.

Between Wednesday 4 November 2020 7:30 PM and Saturday 14 November 2020 7:30 PM

LOCATION

Epuni Hall

40 Mitchell Street, Epuni, Lower Hutt, 5011

Shimmy back to the 50/60s songs. Follows the going ons, high jinx and hilarity back stage at the HCMT Radio! Bookings //www.trybooking.com/nz/book/event?eid=3479 or www.facebook.com... Shows 7:30pm Wed Nov 4th–Sat 7th & Nov 11-14th.

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1482 days ago

Wellington teachers celebrate success with indigenous students

Reporter Community News

Four ex-Wellingtonians have played a leading role in a achieving a great result for a group of indigenous students in the tiny Northern Territory of Wayede.
Principal John Young, secondary school head Matthew Spring, and teachers Anna Shaw and Rebecca Young have all taught or led schools in New … View more
Four ex-Wellingtonians have played a leading role in a achieving a great result for a group of indigenous students in the tiny Northern Territory of Wayede.
Principal John Young, secondary school head Matthew Spring, and teachers Anna Shaw and Rebecca Young have all taught or led schools in New Zealand’s capital.
The Australian town recently celebrated an achievement years in the making, when seven students from Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr College received their diplomas, the first to do so since a single student graduated in 2014.

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1482 days ago

Ready, steady, scamper - it is the corgi 100m dash

Reporter Community News

Hey, Neighbourly Hutt folk don't forget there will be corgi racing this Saturday. Corgis are out to prove that little, sturdily-built dogs with stumpy legs can indeed scamper at surprising pace. There will be at least two heats before the 6-8 finalists battle it out. Sunday, November 8 is the … View moreHey, Neighbourly Hutt folk don't forget there will be corgi racing this Saturday. Corgis are out to prove that little, sturdily-built dogs with stumpy legs can indeed scamper at surprising pace. There will be at least two heats before the 6-8 finalists battle it out. Sunday, November 8 is the back-up day should weather be a factor.

Event: Corgi Race Extravaganza
Belmont Domain, Lower Hutt, 2pm

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1482 days ago

Reach Out 🤝 Look Out 👀 Help Out 💖

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To find your nearest Neighbourhood Support or to get in touch about setting up a new one, go to:

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1482 days ago

Recycle a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.

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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1482 days ago

We’re moving to house, come have a look!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Greater Wellington Regional Council staff are moving into the iconic Farmers building on Cuba St.

We’re hosting a community open day to show invited friends, neighbours, and whānau around our new home.

This is an opportunity to be taken around this beautifully renovated building by Greater … View more
Greater Wellington Regional Council staff are moving into the iconic Farmers building on Cuba St.

We’re hosting a community open day to show invited friends, neighbours, and whānau around our new home.

This is an opportunity to be taken around this beautifully renovated building by Greater Wellington councillors and staff.

9-11am on Sunday 15 November at 100 Cuba Street

Please RSVP by Thursday 12 November by emailing TatouRohe@gw.govt.nz with your name to secure your spot.

Kia ora mai, looking forward to meeting you!

1482 days ago

Woburn Masonic Care facility

Reporter Community News

Residents and workers at the Woburn Masonic Care facility are facing an uncertain future.
A proposed two-year project to rebuild the facility could result in 56 residents having to find new homes and some of the 45 staff finding new work.
Masonic management has said some staff could be redeployed … View more
Residents and workers at the Woburn Masonic Care facility are facing an uncertain future.
A proposed two-year project to rebuild the facility could result in 56 residents having to find new homes and some of the 45 staff finding new work.
Masonic management has said some staff could be redeployed to other facilities and there are existing rest homes in the Hutt Valley that could take residents.
Management says the facility opened 53 years ago and no longer meets modern standards.

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