Matiu/Somes Island, Lower Hutt

DIY right first time #resenetip

DIY right first time #resenetip

Need to brush up your DIY skills? Check out the free MasterStroke by Resene DIY Decorating Manual for everything you need to get started.

1923 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
1924 days ago

No one should face cancer alone

Cancer Society NZ - Wellington Division

Your help can provide free services to those who need us, now and in the future.

A gift in your Will is a simple way of supporting the Cancer Society Wellington.

We will contribute $250 (plus GST) towards the legal cost .
Help support

1924 days ago

Do you know any drivers over 65?

Ryan Krug from

Do you know someone who doesn't enjoy driving as much as they used to? Perhaps they don't feel as confident with the increased numbers of vehicles on the roads. We're running Staying Safe refresher workshops for senior drivers in the spring. Sign up to our newsletter, … View moreDo you know someone who doesn't enjoy driving as much as they used to? Perhaps they don't feel as confident with the increased numbers of vehicles on the roads. We're running Staying Safe refresher workshops for senior drivers in the spring. Sign up to our newsletter, 'Chatter', to find out more.

1925 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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1925 days ago

Kiwirail is working in your neighbourhood August 15th - 18th

Kate Thompson from KiwiRail

Our KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out maintenance tamping operations to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. … View moreOur KiwiRail team will be in your neighborhood carrying out maintenance tamping operations to make sure it continues to hold the tracks firmly in place for a smooth ride. If you live along the railway you’ll notice some noise. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience. More information: Contact us here

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1925 days ago

Public Meeting - Omāroro reservoir pipelines project

The Team from Wellington Water

We will be holding a public meeting on Thursday 15 August to update residents on where we are at with the pipelines project and to discuss what's coming up.

When: 6.00pm, Thursday 15th August
Where: Executive Suite, Massey University, Wallace Street

Representatives from Wellington Water, the… View more
We will be holding a public meeting on Thursday 15 August to update residents on where we are at with the pipelines project and to discuss what's coming up.

When: 6.00pm, Thursday 15th August
Where: Executive Suite, Massey University, Wallace Street

Representatives from Wellington Water, the Wellington City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and our contractor Brian Perry Civil will be at the meeting.

There will be a presentation starting at 6.00pm, with plenty of time afterwards for questions and discussion.

If you have any queries about the meetings or the pipelines project, please contact Suzanne – suzannep@fcc.co.nz or 027 607 2498.

1928 days ago

Eat less meat, save the planet - scientists

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Scientists say meat and dairy production take up valuable land and produce harmful greenhouse gasses.

Will you switch to a more plant focused diet?

*If you don't want your comments used in an article, just add NFP at the end of your post

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