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2500 days ago

Have any fond memories of heading to the video rental store?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

Video rental store United Video in High St is closing down - it's always sad to see a local store close, but it got us wondering. Do you have any fond memories of hiring out the latest movies, or maybe one of the old classics? Did your family have a ritual - maybe popping down on a Friday … View moreVideo rental store United Video in High St is closing down - it's always sad to see a local store close, but it got us wondering. Do you have any fond memories of hiring out the latest movies, or maybe one of the old classics? Did your family have a ritual - maybe popping down on a Friday night to pick a film and grab some fish and chips for tea? Feel free to let us know in the comments below. Comments may be used in print unless specified with NFP (not for print)

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2498 days ago

Summer of Cricket at Westpac Stadium

The Team from Westpac Stadium (Wellington Regional Stadium)

Calling all cricket fans in our cool little capital! Westpac Stadium is hosting three international cricket games this summer, starting Monday 22 January with the Blackcaps v Pakistan, and we want you to be part of the action!

We have some great hospitality packages, starting from $149 inc GST … View more
Calling all cricket fans in our cool little capital! Westpac Stadium is hosting three international cricket games this summer, starting Monday 22 January with the Blackcaps v Pakistan, and we want you to be part of the action!

We have some great hospitality packages, starting from $149 inc GST per person. Packages include entry ticket with fantastic seating in our level 4 Member Lounges, food and beverage vouchers (or a buffet meal) to enjoy the best food the Stadium has to offer, and VIP gate entry.

It’s looking like a superb summer in Wellington, and a cricket lover’s dream, so get booking now!

Alex Bargh
Sales & Hospitality Manager
Check out our event packages!

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2498 days ago

Neighbours Day is coming up!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

How will you connect? Choose one of our four ways to host an event! Here's our video for BBQs on the Berm! For more resources about hosting your BBQ or to sign up head here: neighboursdayaotearoa.org...

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2500 days ago

Want to go to the races? Enter our competition!

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

The Hutt News has one Summer Festival prize pack to give away. The pack includes a double guest pass to one Interislander Summer Festival event (the Wellington event is on January 27), a picnic blanket and a tube of Skinnies suncream. To enter the draw, comment below or email your name and contact … View moreThe Hutt News has one Summer Festival prize pack to give away. The pack includes a double guest pass to one Interislander Summer Festival event (the Wellington event is on January 27), a picnic blanket and a tube of Skinnies suncream. To enter the draw, comment below or email your name and contact number to eleanor.wenman@fairfaxmedia.co.nz. The winner will be drawn on at 3pm on January 22 and the winner contacted the same day. Winner must pick up their prize from the Hutt News office at 22 Raroa Rd.

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2499 days ago

It's that time again!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savingsView more
Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savings you can enjoy with a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card! Offer runs until 31 January 2018.
Find out more

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2499 days ago

Review: Comes & Goes

The Team from Stuff Dining Reviews

Petone's most Instagrammable brunch spot is now open for dinner, serving top-notch Asian fare to the evening crowd. Our very own Janan Jay gave it 4.5 stars. Have you checked it out?

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2500 days ago

Sign up and be in to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!

ServiceIQ

Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The Career Kick-Starter Guide created by ServiceIQ (industry training organisation for these exciting service sectors) helps them choose.

Sign up now to receive your free copy and go in the draw to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!
Enter here

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2500 days ago

Rock your rental renovation

Sustainability Trust

Are you a landlord that needs a hand meeting new laws for rental homes? Choose Sustainability Trust for expert, impartial advice on meeting the standards and on renovating your rental so it’s warm and dry. Shop insulation, heating, ventilation and more with Wellington’s energy efficiency … View moreAre you a landlord that needs a hand meeting new laws for rental homes? Choose Sustainability Trust for expert, impartial advice on meeting the standards and on renovating your rental so it’s warm and dry. Shop insulation, heating, ventilation and more with Wellington’s energy efficiency experts. We can even teach your tenants how to maintain a healthy home so your investment is protected.

Book a home assessment today with your local experts, improving homes across the Wellington region since 2003.
Learn more

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2500 days ago

Toxic algae alert - Hutt River at Silverstream

The Team from Wellington Water

Toxic Algae has returned to the Hutt River at Silverstream, and Greater Wellington Regional Council is advising against swimming or walking your dog from Moonshine Park to Pomare Bridge.

There’s also new growth at Birchville, Maoribank Corner and Poets Park, though at lower levels. It’s … View more
Toxic Algae has returned to the Hutt River at Silverstream, and Greater Wellington Regional Council is advising against swimming or walking your dog from Moonshine Park to Pomare Bridge.

There’s also new growth at Birchville, Maoribank Corner and Poets Park, though at lower levels. It’s still safe to use those parts of the river, but keep an eye out and avoid any areas where you see toxic algae.

They’re not currently concerned about toxic algae elsewhere in the region.

You’ll see educational signs along the riverbank, warning you to keep an eye out for toxic algae, and you can learn more about it in this video: www.gw.govt.nz...

2501 days ago

Suburb of the week 12/1/18 - Maungaraki

The Team from Wellington Water

GOOD WORK MAUNGARAKI, you were last weeks 'suburb of the week'.

A special mention to Epuni, Gracefield and Island Bay who also made significant reductions to their water consumption last week. Keep up the good work and this week it could be you...

To help your neighbourhood get … View more
GOOD WORK MAUNGARAKI, you were last weeks 'suburb of the week'.

A special mention to Epuni, Gracefield and Island Bay who also made significant reductions to their water consumption last week. Keep up the good work and this week it could be you...

To help your neighbourhood get recognised as 'suburb of the week', check out www.loveeverydrop.co.nz... for some water saving tips and to check out our competitions for some awesome splash prizes.

#loveeverydrop

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2502 days ago

Love Every Drop!

The Team from Wellington Water

Let’s all look after our water so we can enjoy it all summer long. Love every drop. See how at loveeverydrop.nz Learn more

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2504 days ago

Poll: Saving our heritage buildings

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Petone's historic Oddfellows Hall had no legal protection when it was bowled over by a developer late last year. Do you think the council needs to do more to recognise and protect the Hutt's old buildings?
www.stuff.co.nz...
Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP… View more
Petone's historic Oddfellows Hall had no legal protection when it was bowled over by a developer late last year. Do you think the council needs to do more to recognise and protect the Hutt's old buildings?
www.stuff.co.nz...
Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)

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Saving our heritage buildings
  • 76.4% Yes, they are an important part of our history.
    76.4% Complete
  • 23.6% No, that's progress.
    23.6% Complete
55 votes
2504 days ago

WASPS MAY BE COMING☀️

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Recent hot and dry weather has provided wasps and their queens with perfect nest building conditions. The downside of this is that this has given the nests a perfect opportunity to survive. It’s quite likely your summer could be disturbed by these stinging pests.

The good news is our … View more
Recent hot and dry weather has provided wasps and their queens with perfect nest building conditions. The downside of this is that this has given the nests a perfect opportunity to survive. It’s quite likely your summer could be disturbed by these stinging pests.

The good news is our Biosecurity officers can provide advice to help you with your wasp problem.

Contact us at pest.animals@gw.govt.nz or visit our dedicated wasp webpage or Landcare Research

www.gwrc.govt.nz...
www.landcareresearch.co.nz...

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2504 days ago

Water demand is down - good work Wellingtonians

The Team from Wellington Water

Awesome work Wellingtonians, you have been keeping demand below 160MLD as you continue to #loveeverydrop.
Your gardens will have seen some love this week but this weekend is looking a bit dryer, so keep up the good water conservation work and let's remain below 160MLD.

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2506 days ago

Challenge yourself this summer!

Bluebridge Karapoti Classic - Feb 17th

Make the Bluebridge Karapoti Classic your New Year's Resolution and join 1000 other mad-keen mountain bikers for NZ’s longest running mountain bike event. Based in Wellington's rugged Akatarawa Ranges, 10km north of Upper Hutt, the Karapoti Classic is New Zealand's premier mountain… View moreMake the Bluebridge Karapoti Classic your New Year's Resolution and join 1000 other mad-keen mountain bikers for NZ’s longest running mountain bike event. Based in Wellington's rugged Akatarawa Ranges, 10km north of Upper Hutt, the Karapoti Classic is New Zealand's premier mountain bike event.

This old-school adventure ride combines a huge but achievable challenge with superb scenery and an awesome social scene. And with options ranging from the feature 50k Classic, to the 20k Challenge, and the Kids' 5k Klassic, Karapoti has an achievable challenge for all ages and abilities.

Established in 1986, this is NZ's original mountain bike race and the one race on every mountain biker's wish list. But don't take our word for it – CLICK HERE NOW to enter NZ's favourite mountain bike race.

Enter by February 1st to get the early-bird entry fees and you also go into a draw to win free Bluebridge Ferry travel for you and your car.

But be quick - entries are limited to 1000 starters!
Enter here!

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