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This week we feature a cat named Felix submitted by Keely McBride.
"Nap time for my daughter's cat Felix."
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.
This increasingly well utilised reserve has a large grassy area apart from the native bush in the centre north and while the bush has paid caretakers, the grassy section is quite weedy in places. The UHCC refuse to take care of the weeds and I think a small group of residents/users should make a … View moreThis increasingly well utilised reserve has a large grassy area apart from the native bush in the centre north and while the bush has paid caretakers, the grassy section is quite weedy in places. The UHCC refuse to take care of the weeds and I think a small group of residents/users should make a direct approach to council with a view to asking for an annual weed spraying programme.
Many dog owners/handlers and their dogs are using the park for recreation and the council will not install at least one litter dispenser and litter bin. I think this can also be broached to council for the placement of these items at the park. They exist in other parks and reserves in Upper Hutt including three litter dispensers at Trentham Memorial Park aside from multiple litter bins.
Last winter there were vehicles and motor bikes rampaging parts of the park when the park surface was wet and despoiling the ground. More barriers need to be constructed to stop this vandalism.
Grant's Bush Reserve is otherwise attractive and appreciated.
Words and picture from Louise Thomas.
"Australasian gannet/tākapu (Morus serrator) on the wing this afternoon. One of two to be seen at Lowry Bay, Lower Hutt, diving and feeding close to shore for the past few weeks."
A company run by a 16-year-old which has brought high-speed internet access to hundreds of households in the Hutt Valley that have been “forgotten" by the big telcos is expanding its services to other parts of the country in a bid to help more residents in isolated areas get connected.
Alex … View moreA company run by a 16-year-old which has brought high-speed internet access to hundreds of households in the Hutt Valley that have been “forgotten" by the big telcos is expanding its services to other parts of the country in a bid to help more residents in isolated areas get connected.
Alex Stewart came up with the idea for his business, WombatNET, when he was 13 and staying at the remote settlement of Turakina Beach, near Whanganui. Older people would often ask the tech-savvy teenager for help with their digital devices, and he soon realised how many people in the area were grappling with the same problem – unreliable and slow internet access.
After doing some research, he discovered that while it was relatively straightforward to connect properties to the fixed wireless broadband network using radio waves transmitted by towers, large internet providers often seemed reluctant to do so because it could be more expensive than using cables. So Stewart decided to meet the need himself.
In early 2020, WombatNET put up its first tower on private land just outside Upper Hutt. Since then, the company has built another 10 around Mangaroa and Whitemans Valley.
With demand for the service growing quickly through online and social media marketing and word of mouth, and as more people began to work from home amid the Covid-19 pandemic, Stewart was struggling to juggle running a start-up with his school work.
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From August: Osage County to Joyful and Triumphant, Circa Theatre has a rich history of celebrating family. With rich insight, brilliant humour and a whole lot of heart, Andrew Bovell - the writer of When the Rain Stops Falling and Lantana - paints a vivid portrait of home: the expectations that … View moreFrom August: Osage County to Joyful and Triumphant, Circa Theatre has a rich history of celebrating family. With rich insight, brilliant humour and a whole lot of heart, Andrew Bovell - the writer of When the Rain Stops Falling and Lantana - paints a vivid portrait of home: the expectations that trap us and the love that keeps us coming back.
Co-produced with The Court Theatre, Things I Know to be True has just finished a record-breaking sold-out season in Christchurch receiving standing ovations and Circa Theatre is proud to present this “intricate, inventive study of family life” as part of its 45th anniversary celebrations. Tickets selling fast!
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How we protect indigenous animal and plant habitats in Lower Hutt is part of the review of the district plan - the city's rule book for land use and development.
Time is running out for having your say in this initial engagement. While there will be other opportunities for you to provide your… View moreHow we protect indigenous animal and plant habitats in Lower Hutt is part of the review of the district plan - the city's rule book for land use and development.
Time is running out for having your say in this initial engagement. While there will be other opportunities for you to provide your ideas and concerns, it's important to get in early and point out what's important to you so we can take a closer look at these issues.
The district plan covers major issues like housing supply and affordability, how we'll manage natural hazards and sea level rise, and protect heritage sites and buildings, right down to what you can do on your property and what your neighbours can do on theirs.
This engagement closes tomorrow night. For more information and to have your say, go to the link below.
Hello Neighbours.
Over the weekend a family member has lost their car key around upper hutt.
Too many places where it could of been lost it is a mazda key.
It would be much appreciated if anyone who may have found a key to please contact me. I will update on what it looks like once ive been … View moreHello Neighbours.
Over the weekend a family member has lost their car key around upper hutt.
Too many places where it could of been lost it is a mazda key.
It would be much appreciated if anyone who may have found a key to please contact me. I will update on what it looks like once ive been intouch with family member.
Thank you!
Jean Reid turned 100 on April 26th 2021. This was celebrated with a high tea with family and friends.
Jean is an active resident at Shona McFarlane Village. She is still playing bingo,rummykub, painting, making cards and doing word searches. She made one of the wreaths to commemorate Anzac Day … View moreJean Reid turned 100 on April 26th 2021. This was celebrated with a high tea with family and friends.
Jean is an active resident at Shona McFarlane Village. She is still playing bingo,rummykub, painting, making cards and doing word searches. She made one of the wreaths to commemorate Anzac Day recently. Jean was born in Nelson, and has lived in Lower Hutt for 70 odd years.
Her son is Phil Reid, who was chief photographer at the Dominion Post.
Applications for grants to help private landowners protect indigenous plant and animal habitats on their land are now open.
There are two kinds of grant: one up to the value of $1000 to help cover the cost of materials, equipment or services for small-scale projects like weed and pest control, and… View moreApplications for grants to help private landowners protect indigenous plant and animal habitats on their land are now open.
There are two kinds of grant: one up to the value of $1000 to help cover the cost of materials, equipment or services for small-scale projects like weed and pest control, and a larger contribution of up to $20,000 for projects with a suitable project or property plan.
More information here via the link below.
Browse the biggest pre-loved book sale you ever saw!
Saturday 1 May - 9am to 5pm & Sunday 2 May - 9am to 3pm 2021.
Since its inception in 1995 in early May each year several thousand people gather to browse over some 100,000 books, magazines, games, puzzles, CDs and DVDs.
VENUE for … View moreBrowse the biggest pre-loved book sale you ever saw!
Saturday 1 May - 9am to 5pm & Sunday 2 May - 9am to 3pm 2021.
Since its inception in 1995 in early May each year several thousand people gather to browse over some 100,000 books, magazines, games, puzzles, CDs and DVDs.
VENUE for BookFest 2021: EXPRESSIONS Arts and Entertainment Centre
The Civic Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive, near Upper Hutt Railway Station.
Sausage sizzle and our famous homemade ginger beer available.
There is plenty of car parking available.
BookFest is the Heretaunga Bookfest Charitable Trust's major annual fundraising event. Since its beginning, this event has raised over $500,000 for charitable works, concentrating mainly on youth in the Upper Hutt area.
Many local businesses lend their support towards the organisation of BookFest resulting in a range of local Community groups directly benefiting from this combining of Community resources.
Thanks for supporting BookFest and our community!
Delivery of the new rubbish and recycling bins will start soon. 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 will start soon. 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: Early May
Tuesday: Mid May
Wednesday: Mid May
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.
RiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi who are working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, revitalising Lower Hutt’s central city, and Melling transport … View moreRiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington, and Waka Kotahi who are working collaboratively with Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika and Ngāti Toa Rangatira as mana whenua to deliver flood protection, revitalising Lower Hutt’s central city, and Melling transport improvements.
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