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As you will all know, the Hutt City council is embarking on a new rubbish system. If ypu have any problems with your bins, the council has a Facebook page where you can ask questions.
Has your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior … View moreHas your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior reporter Katarina Williams at katarina.williams@stuff.co.nz with your name and contact details.
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About 3000 households won’t have their new bins in time for the start of Lower Hutt’s revamped waste and recycling service.
The Hutt City Council has blamed Covid-19 related shipping delays on the hold-up, with the last lot of bins not scheduled to arrive from Australia – where they were … View moreAbout 3000 households won’t have their new bins in time for the start of Lower Hutt’s revamped waste and recycling service.
The Hutt City Council has blamed Covid-19 related shipping delays on the hold-up, with the last lot of bins not scheduled to arrive from Australia – where they were manufactured – until after the July 1 start date.
Council chief executive Jo Miller said the delay occurred despite efforts to have the bins brought over earlier.
Interim arrangements have been made for households that will be without the bins when the new service starts. The green recycling crates currently in use would continue to be emptied.
A proposal to build 30,000 affordable houses, on land between Porirua and Lower Hutt, has little support amongst local body politicians.
Lower Hutt real estate agent John Ross is promoting a plan to develop 1800 hectares, known as the Kilmister Block, as the solution to Wellington’s housing … View moreA proposal to build 30,000 affordable houses, on land between Porirua and Lower Hutt, has little support amongst local body politicians.
Lower Hutt real estate agent John Ross is promoting a plan to develop 1800 hectares, known as the Kilmister Block, as the solution to Wellington’s housing crisis.
Greater Wellington chair Daran Ponter and Porirua Mayor Anita Baker have both rejected the plan, citing its potential ecological value. Ponter supports planting it in natives for carbon emission credits.
What do you think? Is it an idea worth pursuing?
What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.
Our Pet of the Day is Cleo who belongs to Elizabeth Innes from Berhampore. Cleo loves running around on Kāpiti Beach.
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.
Our SPCA Pet of the Day is Gabe, who originally from Porirua.
"Hello all, I am Gabe! A fun, 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,… View moreOur SPCA Pet of the Day is Gabe, who originally from Porirua.
"Hello all, I am Gabe! A fun, 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."
If seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative … View moreIf seeing is believing, then we’d love to invite you to see how our sustainability journey is going at The Warehouse.
Look in our stores or online and you’ll see more than 7,000 sustainable products that are better for the planet and your budget.
Look for the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) branding when you’re
browsing the racks, and you’ll see we’re proud to invest in making cotton production more sustainable.
Look for the FSC label on wood and paper products we stock, and you’ll see we’re dedicated to protecting our forests.
Sustainable & Affordable. It means more choice.
Our travel bubble with our friends across the ditch is under pressure with Covid proving hard to bring under control in New South Wales. Closing the border would have a dramatic impact on areas like Queenstown.
Tell us what you think and why.
Remember if you do not want your comment used by Stuff … View moreOur travel bubble with our friends across the ditch is under pressure with Covid proving hard to bring under control in New South Wales. Closing the border would have a dramatic impact on areas like Queenstown.
Tell us what you think and why.
Remember if you do not want your comment used by Stuff please put NFP.
Do your favour a second access road to Wainuiomata? National list MP Chris Bishop wants one built and also believes the council should free up rural land n Wainuiomata for housing.
Wainuiomata Second Access Road meeting, Thursday July 1 at 7pm, Bilderbeck Hall, Main Road, Wainuiomata.
If you do not… View moreDo your favour a second access road to Wainuiomata? National list MP Chris Bishop wants one built and also believes the council should free up rural land n Wainuiomata for housing.
Wainuiomata Second Access Road meeting, Thursday July 1 at 7pm, Bilderbeck Hall, Main Road, Wainuiomata.
If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.
This month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a… View moreThis month we’re celebrating the diverse array of people who call New Zealand home. Regardless of our different faiths, abilities, cultures, ages, orientations and genders - we want to make sure that our communities are safe and welcoming for all.
There are many ways to take part! From hosting a multicultural potluck or film screening to providing prevention information / resources in other languages, there are thousands of ways big and small to make our households, neighbourhoods, schools and businesses even more inclusive. It could even be as simple as learning from a neighbour how to say ‘hello’ in their first language or ensuring local footpaths are clear and accessible.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re creating inclusive communities this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:
info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
We are looking for people in group three who are waiting to be vaccinated. If you had problems getting information or making an appointment we would like to hear from you for a Stuff story.
Please contact Brittany Keogh email brittany.keogh@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
Hullo Neighbourly supporters, we are going to start accepting copy for our community papers, including the Hutt News.
Do you have news you want to share? We accept submissions from the community about local events and success stories. If your sports team or a local student or a volunteer has done … View moreHullo Neighbourly supporters, we are going to start accepting copy for our community papers, including the Hutt News.
Do you have news you want to share? We accept submissions from the community about local events and success stories. If your sports team or a local student or a volunteer has done something amazing, please tell us about it. Please keep it short and to the point and remember to check all names.
Please send written contributions and publishable photos (High Resolution JPegs) to: editor@huttnews.co.nz
PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to publish all submissions, and we reserve the right to edit contributions.
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