Avalon, Lower Hutt

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1663 days ago

Experience the colours of Aotearoa

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue … View more
Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue to support some of NZ’s hottest new artists on the art scene despite the limitations of Covid-19 lockdown.

All artists have been selected by a panel of experts, promising quality and talent deserved of any collection. Art lovers can be assured that they can purchase with confidence, liaising directly with the artists.

Visitors can explore new artworks by some of the show’s favourite and most successful artists including Jane Blackmore, Runa + Holly, Tanya Blong, Joel Hart and Nikki Corbishley while discovering the hottest and newest artists on the NZ Arts scene. Glass works by the talented Richard Landers (a crowd favourite at last year’s show) also feature, alongside contemporary photographic works, exquisite and traditional watercolours, gorgeous florals, and artworks that provoke thought and conversation.

Go to artshow.co.nz where you can browse and purchase hundreds of original artworks all from the comfort of your own home from May 1st. Show your support and help keep the arts alive and active in NZ!

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1668 days ago

Free well-being course by Yale University

Diego from Waiwhetu

Hi everyone. As we are going through unprecedented times, anxiety levels have risen through the roof. Fortunately, Yale University has provided a FREE online course on the Science of Well-Being. The course is taught by Dr Lauri Santos, Professor of Psychology, and has a scientific approach to … View moreHi everyone. As we are going through unprecedented times, anxiety levels have risen through the roof. Fortunately, Yale University has provided a FREE online course on the Science of Well-Being. The course is taught by Dr Lauri Santos, Professor of Psychology, and has a scientific approach to well-being. I've started the course today and intend to finished it. If everyone is interested let me know as we can share notes and discuss it. Here is the link for it: www.coursera.org...

Enjoy it!

1667 days ago

Are you struggling to buy vege seedlings?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours,
Have you been to the country's first "drive-thru" garden centre in Plimmerton yet? Owner Richard Persson said he sold six weeks worth of vege seedlings in three days because "we're all alcohlic gardeners this side of lockdown".

Vege seedlings have … View more
Hey neighbours,
Have you been to the country's first "drive-thru" garden centre in Plimmerton yet? Owner Richard Persson said he sold six weeks worth of vege seedlings in three days because "we're all alcohlic gardeners this side of lockdown".

Vege seedlings have been selling out because gardeners are buying them up like crazy now and the growers weren't able to plant at level 4. But they're warning other shortages of fruit and native trees are still to come and could be long-lasting.

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1669 days ago

STOLEN - Low Cost Wheelie Bin stolen

Christene from Waiwhetu

HI I live in Awamutu Grove, just got my wheelie bin, put it out for rubbish collection last night (sunday 3rd May), this morning went out to add something to the bin and found someone had stolen it. They have wheeled it over to Moera thrown the rubbish over the foot bridge. I have reported it … View moreHI I live in Awamutu Grove, just got my wheelie bin, put it out for rubbish collection last night (sunday 3rd May), this morning went out to add something to the bin and found someone had stolen it. They have wheeled it over to Moera thrown the rubbish over the foot bridge. I have reported it to the police and Low Cost Bins. If you find a Red 120L bin abandoned please let me know. But there is people out there doing this. Please be aware

1664 days ago

Reduce your isolation energy bills

ECCA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
Find out more

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1664 days ago

Surgery patient 'turned away'

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Security guards stationed at Hutt Hospital accused again of denying a patient access to care.
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1664 days ago

SOS Business

David Downs from SOS Business

Missing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors … View moreMissing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors shut. Lots of great places to support across the Hutt here... sosbusiness.nz...

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1664 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Joshua from

Is your garden messy, overgrown or just in need of general maintenance? Price Smart works with YOU to ensure your garden is left at a standard we’re both happy with.

For a reasonable estimate
Give us a call at 027 548 9818
or
Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1676 days ago

Poll: Should councillors and executive officials be dipping into their pockets for the community during the coronavirus emergency?

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Councils around the region have taken different approaches during the coronavirus emergency with some elected officials and chief executives donating pay to community organisations.
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Should councillors and executive officials be dipping into their pockets for the community during the coronavirus emergency?
  • 26.7% Yes
    26.7% Complete
  • 7.4% No
    7.4% Complete
  • 65.9% It's up to them what they do with their pay
    65.9% Complete
135 votes
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