Kelson, Lower Hutt

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1284 days ago

DOUBLE BED

Rowena from Boulcott

Hi,does anyone have a double or king bed that they no longer use or need please...please..

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1289 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View more
Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."

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1284 days ago

Help make a difference

Te Omanga Hospice

With 1 in 3 people who die in the Hutt Valley supported by Te Omanga Hospice, the need for our service is great. Each year more than 500 people living with a terminal or life limiting illness receive our compassionate care and support.

Help keep our services free to patients, their families and… View more
With 1 in 3 people who die in the Hutt Valley supported by Te Omanga Hospice, the need for our service is great. Each year more than 500 people living with a terminal or life limiting illness receive our compassionate care and support.

Help keep our services free to patients, their families and whānau, by giving generously when you see an official volunteer collecting in the Hutt Valley or you can donate online today.

Last year we were unable to hold our street collection due to Covid-19, but this year we can make a difference, together.

Thank you for your support.
Please donate

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1285 days ago

Car Keys Lost Central Hutt Last Night

Pip from Boulcott

Morning all, I am hoping someone has picked up our car keys. They were lost between Victoria Street (Vogel Motors) and Hathaway Ave, travelling over the Ewen Bridge and along the river bank past the back of Countdown and Harvey Norman, then down High Street about 6pm last night. They were in a … View moreMorning all, I am hoping someone has picked up our car keys. They were lost between Victoria Street (Vogel Motors) and Hathaway Ave, travelling over the Ewen Bridge and along the river bank past the back of Countdown and Harvey Norman, then down High Street about 6pm last night. They were in a snaplock bag and have a Wakefield & Scott Key ring on them.

1285 days ago

Council surveying residents on transport

Reporter Community News

What are your priorities for transport? The council is surveying residents on the future of transport in Lower Hutt and wants to know what you are thinking.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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1285 days ago

Get ready to meet your new bins!

Hutt City Council

Delivery of the new rubbish and recycling bins has started!. The new bins will be delivered in waves, based on the day of the week your recycling is currently collected. So if you normally put your recycling crate out to be collected on Monday, your new bins could be delivered anytime from early … View moreDelivery of the new rubbish and recycling bins has started!. The new bins will be delivered in waves, based on the day of the week your recycling is currently collected. So if you normally put your recycling crate out to be collected on Monday, your new bins could be delivered anytime from early May.

Monday: Delivering

Tuesday: Delivering

Wednesday: Delivery starts this week

Thursday: Late May

Friday: Early June

When you receive your new bins, remember not to put them out until the new service kicks off from 1 July. Your glass recycling crate may be delivered inside one of the 240L bins.
Find out more

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1285 days ago

Let's talk transport

Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council invites the community to take part in a survey that will inform the future of transport in Lower Hutt, and guide decision making in the years ahead.

The survey is part of the council’s work to develop an integrated transport strategy, which will set out a vision and roadmap … View more
Hutt City Council invites the community to take part in a survey that will inform the future of transport in Lower Hutt, and guide decision making in the years ahead.

The survey is part of the council’s work to develop an integrated transport strategy, which will set out a vision and roadmap for the future of Lower Hutt’s transport network. The survey asks people to provide information on their experience while travelling around Lower Hutt - prompts them to give feedback on what’s working well and what could be done better.

The transport survey will be open to the community from Monday 17 May to Friday 4 June 2021.

To complete the survey visit: hutt.city/talktransport.
Take the survey

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1287 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Gabe

Reporter Community News

Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.

"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts … View more
Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.

"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for an experienced owner, who has a suitable property for me to thrive in. I'm always up for a walk or a game to play, and I love to find things to do and keep active. I am looking for a home with teenagers or adults, and a home without cats or small animals. I am happy to play with other active dogs, and love to be social with both people and dogs. If you are interested in me and my goofy personality - chat to the canine team."

1289 days ago

A big weekend for Wellington sport

Reporter Community News

Both the Hurricanes and the Phoenix are playing at home this weekend.
Will you be going and who do you support?

1290 days ago

Councillor hears big 'thud' in fatal pedestrian accident

Reporter Community News

Would you support lowering the speed limit near Belmont?
Simon Edwards​ dreads hearing the sound of accidents on State Highway Two.
The Hutt City councillor lives a few hundred metres from the Grounsell Cres​ intersection where a pedestrian was killed on Tuesday evening.
Preparing to go to bed,… View more
Would you support lowering the speed limit near Belmont?
Simon Edwards​ dreads hearing the sound of accidents on State Highway Two.
The Hutt City councillor lives a few hundred metres from the Grounsell Cres​ intersection where a pedestrian was killed on Tuesday evening.
Preparing to go to bed, he heard a “loud thud” and assumed it was two cars colliding.
Instead, it was a car hitting a pedestrian crossing the intersection, which is controlled by lights.
The council is reviewing transport in the city. Edwards had asked council engineers for advice on how the intersection could be improved and if speed cameras could be installed at the lights.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is planning to consult locals on reducing the speed.

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1287 days ago

Wanting help please, leaking roof I need a tarpaulin to be placed on my roof until it can be repaired.

Linda from Silverstream

I have contacted a plumber person whom is not available as too busy for at least a week to 10 days, as rain is coming in the forecast I please need to hire a tarpaulin to be placed on my roof. Happy to pay for hire and help placing tarpaulin. Thanks Linda

1288 days ago

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New Vision Enterprises

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Our team of licensed professionals provide service based on quality, … View more
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1289 days ago

Poll: What is your priority for council?

Reporter Community News

Lower Hutt residents are divided over whether repairs to the earthquake-damaged Petone Wharf should be fast-tracked, but there appears to be strong support in the community for the rebuilding of Naenae pool.
That was the result of submissions made to the council's long term
draft long term … View more
Lower Hutt residents are divided over whether repairs to the earthquake-damaged Petone Wharf should be fast-tracked, but there appears to be strong support in the community for the rebuilding of Naenae pool.
That was the result of submissions made to the council's long term
draft long term plan. The council has proposed increasing rates by an average of 5.9 per cent next year so it can move forward with an ambitious plan to boost spending on infrastructure.
The council has suggested spending up to $68 million on a full upgrade of the quake-prone Naenae pool and another $20m over the next three years on refurbishing and strengthening the Petone Wharf.
Tell us what you think.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.

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What is your priority for council?
  • 64% Naenae Pool
    64% Complete
  • 36% Petone Wharf
    36% Complete
100 votes
1289 days ago

Carrots n Kiwifruit

Jane from Naenae

Hi neighbours.I now have the above goodies here at the Pataka.Open tomorrow.till 3pm. Come help urselves n bring ur bag.

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1289 days ago

Carrots n Kiwifruit

Jane from Naenae

Back again neighbours,this time with the posted items.They will be here today,not sure of the time.I dont open week ends but because of these the Pataka will be open.till all gone.My apologies i cant take big stuff like couches,fridges etc,but can help get some one who may be in need.Ty

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