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Hi Hutt residents. This week we're investigating where to buy the best cheese scones in our city and we'd love your help.
Please let us know your recommendations in the comments below - tell us where and why the scones are the best - and our intrepid reporter is going to sample your top … View moreHi Hutt residents. This week we're investigating where to buy the best cheese scones in our city and we'd love your help.
Please let us know your recommendations in the comments below - tell us where and why the scones are the best - and our intrepid reporter is going to sample your top five choices. You'll be able to read all about it in this Saturday's Dominion Post. Check out the link to our recent story on Wellington scones.
Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.
The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict … View moreHutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.
The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict stormwater and river flooding.
Now we need you to help finish the job. To make sure the finished
maps are as accurate as possible, we’d like you to tell us about flooding
events in your neighbourhoods and show us any photos you’ve got.
For further information on this project, go to: hutt.city/floodhazards
We’d also like your thoughts on other natural hazards like earthquakes, slips and erosion, and their impacts on our city.
We need this information as we prepare to draft a new district plan – the rule book for land use and development in Lower Hutt. And lastly, as part of the district plan review, we’d like to talk to you about residential development in the city, particularly your thoughts on what is a reasonable distance for people to walk from higher-density residential housing to train stations, shops and other facilities.
We want whānau, iwi and hapū to have their say on Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua’s enhanced treaty settlement package.
Vote online at www.kkwtnr.org.nz, by mail, or at one of our information hui this month.
Details about our hui can be found on our Facebook page: ‘… View moreWe want whānau, iwi and hapū to have their say on Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua’s enhanced treaty settlement package.
Vote online at www.kkwtnr.org.nz, by mail, or at one of our information hui this month.
Details about our hui can be found on our Facebook page: ‘Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa Tāmaki nui-a-Rua Settlement Trust’.
Voting closes August 24 at midday.
Tīhei Kahungunu!
Join us for workshops and talks on the resources available to access free through Hutt City Libraries including FindMyPast, Ancestry.com, British Newspaper Archive, and My Heritage.
See all our events at library.huttcity.govt.nz...
* Intro to MyHeritage and Help Session *
Wainuiomata Library, … View moreJoin us for workshops and talks on the resources available to access free through Hutt City Libraries including FindMyPast, Ancestry.com, British Newspaper Archive, and My Heritage.
See all our events at library.huttcity.govt.nz...
* Intro to MyHeritage and Help Session *
Wainuiomata Library, Tuesday 10 August, 2pm-3:30pm
Learn about this new database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia, followed by a hands-on help session.
* Workshop: FindMyPast *
Petone Library, Thursday 12 August, 11am-1pm
Learn how to navigate this popular database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia. Bookings required.
* Workshop: British Newspaper Archive *
War Memorial Library, Tuesday 17 August, 1:30pm-3pm
Eastbourne Library, Thursday 19 August, 1pm-3pm
Learn how to navigate this popular database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia. Bookings required - email LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz or talk to library staff.
Photo: A group of men and women on an outing, possibly at a picnic, c1900s. Hewson Collection, Hutt City Libraries.
If you are a home or business and have a computer or general technology issue then get in touch with us!
Freedom Living provides onsite IT services to the Wellington Region at an affordable price of $80 per hour, with a minimum of an hour, this price is inclusive of travel expenses.
IT Services:… View moreIf you are a home or business and have a computer or general technology issue then get in touch with us!
Freedom Living provides onsite IT services to the Wellington Region at an affordable price of $80 per hour, with a minimum of an hour, this price is inclusive of travel expenses.
IT Services:
• Computer and device troubleshooting
• Computer and hardware upgrades
• Tutorials on how to use your technology
• Anti-Virus checks
• IT advice and recommendations
• Or any issues or questions you may have with technology
You can check us out on our website, but if you prefer, you can contact us directly on 021 467 119, or email lsayers@flct.org.nz
All funds raised from our IT services goes towards helping Freedom Living support the physically disabled community nationwide!
Is Nick Willis the best athlete that Lower Hutt has produced?
The 38 year-old went to Hutt Valley High School and still lists a Hutt running club as his home club.
Where do you rank Willis in terms of Lower Hutt sport? Does he outrank John Reid and Tana Umaga. What about Naomi Shaw?
If you do not … View moreIs Nick Willis the best athlete that Lower Hutt has produced?
The 38 year-old went to Hutt Valley High School and still lists a Hutt running club as his home club.
Where do you rank Willis in terms of Lower Hutt sport? Does he outrank John Reid and Tana Umaga. What about Naomi Shaw?
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We have a soft spot for sheep. For many, sheep are symbolic to New Zealand culture with the rearing of sheep being the backbone to the economy for many years.
Sheep farming was established in New Zealand by the 1850s and has played an important role in the economy ever since. For several … View moreWe have a soft spot for sheep. For many, sheep are symbolic to New Zealand culture with the rearing of sheep being the backbone to the economy for many years.
Sheep farming was established in New Zealand by the 1850s and has played an important role in the economy ever since. For several decades wool accounted for more than a third of New Zealand’s exports by value with the sheep population peaking at just over 70 million in 1982.
This number is significant when comparing it to New Zealand’s human population. By 2020, sheep numbers dropped to 26 million, following a decline in profitability compared to other types of farming, particularly dairying.
While also farmed for their meat, today’s article focuses on sheep wool and its environmental attributes.
Wool is a natural and renewable resource and as long as our beloved sheep are eating the tasty green pastures from New Zealand farms they will always produce wool. Wool has amazing properties that make it ideal for many applications from home textiles through to incontinence underwear.
At this point in time, cotton and synthetic fibres are the most commonly used and produced fibres globally, however their performance does not come close to wool, in particular the environmental benefits.
From wool to yarn: The wool clip (total yield of wool shorn during one season from the sheep) is sent to the scourers where the wool is cleaned and dried, and from there to a woollen spinner where the fibre is spun into yarn. The yarn is then sent on to the manufacturer of textile products where many different processes are involved.
The yarn is wound onto dye cones and dyed to the required colours. Next the yarn is warped onto beams. These warp beams are then threaded through the looms so that the weft yarn can run across the warp to create a woven fabric.
The fabric is then inspected and then washed and dried. Very few chemicals are used in the processing, typically only water and heat.
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The Williams Park Draft Management Plan and the development plan are now available for public comment, just fill out the form on our Have your Say site, under "Draft Williams Park Management Plan Feedback".
Our passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.
This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond … View moreOur passions and achievements play a large part in the legacy we leave behind. When we channel those achievements into championing causes and giving back, that legacy is carried as inspiration for generations to come.
This is an opportunity to recognise those Senior New Zealanders who go beyond the ordinary when it comes to paying it forward and making a difference. Let’s celebrate the good and help their legacy shine bright. Because these kiwis demonstrate the true meaning of an inspiring legacy. Who will join them?
Nominations close 31 August.
#NZOTY #NZerOfTheYear
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.
Competenz has recently launched a new … View moreLow levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.
Competenz has recently launched a new micro-credential to improve the level of digital literacy in the manufacturing sector.
"With an aging workforce it’s imperative we enable companies to keep their tradesmen and craftsmen,” says Jahn Vannisselroy, Competenz Sector Manager. “This micro-credential, which we can tailor to a specific company, is giving people the confidence to meet technology head-on.”
The qualification is fully funded under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF) for employers who enrol their staff before 31 December 2022.
Daisy from Wellington sent us a picture of her much loved cats.
"The ginger one is Hamish, and the black one is Alfie! They may look like friends but most of the time they’re fighting."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a … View moreDaisy from Wellington sent us a picture of her much loved cats.
"The ginger one is Hamish, and the black one is Alfie! They may look like friends but most of the time they’re fighting."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
"Hi there my name is Poe and I am a great pup looking for my forever home. I have not had the best start to life so would love a home that understands my quirks and is keen to help me through them. A home that has the patience and time to help me be the best … View moreWHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
"Hi there my name is Poe and I am a great pup looking for my forever home. I have not had the best start to life so would love a home that understands my quirks and is keen to help me through them. A home that has the patience and time to help me be the best companion I know I can be. I am super social so I could go a home with another playful dog that loves having a good tumble. I am not suited to a home with young children so would love a home with teenagers, who are keen to teach me new things and take me on adventures. Puppy school is something I am looking forward with my new family, learning things and making new friends. I do come with a medical waiver that my new home would need to be aware of. If you think you are the home for me please contact the canine team for more information."
We’ll be in Petone tomorrow and Alicetown on Tuesday to show you draft stormwater flood hazard maps of these areas and river flood hazard maps for the wider Hutt River Valley.
If you have memories or photos of past flood events, we can use this information to ensure the finished flood maps are … View moreWe’ll be in Petone tomorrow and Alicetown on Tuesday to show you draft stormwater flood hazard maps of these areas and river flood hazard maps for the wider Hutt River Valley.
If you have memories or photos of past flood events, we can use this information to ensure the finished flood maps are as accurate as possible. Information from the maps will be crucial for improving Lower Hutt’s resilience to future flooding.
Come along to the Petone Library tomorrow between 6pm and 8pm and view the draft maps, learn more about natural hazards and help us to manage their impacts on our city. More information below.
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