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Part of Lower Hutt's popular Naenae Pool + Fitness has closed without warning after an engineer's report found the learners' pool building to be below the required building standard.
Hutt City Council General Manager of City and Community Services Matt Reid said the report on the … View morePart of Lower Hutt's popular Naenae Pool + Fitness has closed without warning after an engineer's report found the learners' pool building to be below the required building standard.
Hutt City Council General Manager of City and Community Services Matt Reid said the report on the learners' pool building, which was added to the main building in 1997, had found it is now rated at less than 20 per cent of the New Building Standards.
While the learners' pool could legally have continued to operate, the council had decided to take a cautious approach and close it. Read more
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Hi Neighbours!
The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers
In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.
Need some … View moreHi Neighbours!
The December edition of the SuperSenior newsletter is out now! It's filled with all the latest news and Super Gold Card offers
In this issue we talk about the changes to GP fees. If you have a Community Services Card you may be entitled to cheaper doctor visits.
Need some motivation in the kitchen? Try our delicious Mexican Salsa Salad from the NZ Nutrition Foundation.
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UPDATED:
A father and daughter, missing from Lower Hutt since Monday night, have been found safe and well.
Leevarde Moses and his 2-year-old daughter, Aniwhaiora Moses, were last spotted in Petone at about 7pm on Monday, but did not return home as expected.
Police said on Tuesday morning the … View moreUPDATED:
A father and daughter, missing from Lower Hutt since Monday night, have been found safe and well.
Leevarde Moses and his 2-year-old daughter, Aniwhaiora Moses, were last spotted in Petone at about 7pm on Monday, but did not return home as expected.
Police said on Tuesday morning the pair had been found. To read the updated article, click here.
We are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.
Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called … View moreWe are on the hunt for New Zealand's most original, even legendary, Santas - can you help?? This will be someone that embodies the big guy with the white beard year round and who people in your neighbourhood often refer to as Santa.
Obviously, this person will also be the one that is called upon each year to don the red suit to go out and about posing for photos, handing out presents and just be an all-around nice charitable person.
If you know of someone, please leave us a comment with your details and how we can get in touch with your local Santa. COMMENT BELOW!
Nelson's bi-cultural Christmas parade has caused a stir and some confusion among Santa's young fans. The traditional white-bearded, jolly man was replaced in the parade by a Māori man representing Santa Claus. Read the full story here.
Although many people were for the idea, some … View moreNelson's bi-cultural Christmas parade has caused a stir and some confusion among Santa's young fans. The traditional white-bearded, jolly man was replaced in the parade by a Māori man representing Santa Claus. Read the full story here.
Although many people were for the idea, some parents felt "blindsided" that they weren't forewarned that Hana Kōkō would be stepping in for Santa Claus. The parade's organisers have since apologised.
So we want to know your view on this topic. Are you in support of modernising Christmas, or do you prefer a traditional Santa? Take part in our poll below!
This month, we want to challenge everyone to come together and help those in need this holiday season. With so much going on this time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and forget about those having a difficult time.
From elderly neighbours with no one to celebrate with to … View moreThis month, we want to challenge everyone to come together and help those in need this holiday season. With so much going on this time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the festivities and forget about those having a difficult time.
From elderly neighbours with no one to celebrate with to homeless families and those with disabilities struggling to just get by, reach out to someone who could use a helping hand and remind them what the holiday spirit is all about!
Share your photos and experiences using the following hashtag so we can see what you got up to.
#NSNZhelpinghands
Every year, summer means an influx of Kiwis to beaches, rivers and campgrounds all over Aotearoa. Kiwis love summer – it’s in our DNA – but if we’re honest, we’re not always very good at it. Stay safe with a few tips from Westpac:
- Don’t turn your back to the waves.
- Always take … View moreEvery year, summer means an influx of Kiwis to beaches, rivers and campgrounds all over Aotearoa. Kiwis love summer – it’s in our DNA – but if we’re honest, we’re not always very good at it. Stay safe with a few tips from Westpac:
- Don’t turn your back to the waves.
- Always take your lifejacket.
- Tell someone when you’ll be back.
- Don’t drive when you are tired.
And remember if you stray too far, the Choppers can help. In the last 12 months, Wellington’s Westpac Rescue Helicopter flew 415 missions keeping Kiwis safe.
Stay safe in Chopper Country.
The Westpac NZ Team
Hi neighbours,
Keep your eyes peeled for the latest scam to be fooling Kiwis. Scammers are taking advantage of people looking for a home to call their own, creating fake competitions and giveaways to win a tiny home.
A recent scam asked people to sign up on their page which went through a process… View moreHi neighbours,
Keep your eyes peeled for the latest scam to be fooling Kiwis. Scammers are taking advantage of people looking for a home to call their own, creating fake competitions and giveaways to win a tiny home.
A recent scam asked people to sign up on their page which went through a process of multiple surveys so the scammers can collect more information about the Facebook user in the hope of collecting personal details, including bank accounts. To read all about the scam, click here.
A fraud education manager says:
- People are helping the scammers by liking and sharing the post as it spreads the virus
- As soon as you like the Facebook post it gives scammers access to information
- If unsure whether it's a scam or not, look for terms and conditions - often these scams do not have them
- If you think you've been made a victim of an online scam, contact Netsafe and report it immediately. You can access Netsafe's page here.
"Our state house was a launchpad into my career and where I wanted to be. It truly helped me to follow my dream.”
Sam Cowley-Lupo, aka Sammy Salsa, is one of New Zealand’s most influential fashion stylists, working with the likes of Lorde and Stan Walker. He also grew up in a state … View more"Our state house was a launchpad into my career and where I wanted to be. It truly helped me to follow my dream.”
Sam Cowley-Lupo, aka Sammy Salsa, is one of New Zealand’s most influential fashion stylists, working with the likes of Lorde and Stan Walker. He also grew up in a state house in Mt Roskill, Auckland.
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