Matiu/Somes Island, Lower Hutt

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1190 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Samba

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say … View more
It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.

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.

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1192 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This Murray Webb cartoon from 2008, should bring back some memories.

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1189 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Pippa

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Pipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and … View more
Pipa is a seven year-old mixed breed.

"My ideal home would be one with a nice backyard, that is big enough for me to explore and potter around in the sun as I love toasting myself on a sunny day. I enjoy my daily walks so would love a family that would be keen to go out, explore with me and show me all the wonderful things out there. I have lots of love to give and like to be with my people. I LOVE food but this love and nose can sometimes get me into trouble. As I want to keep all the cuddles and tummy rubs for myself I am looking for a home as an only dog. Don't be fooled by my size, I can be cheeky and have jumped fences before, so am needing a home that has high fencing. I could live with older kids that are confident around big boisterous ladies like myself. I'm a real sweet heart waiting for a family to pick me. So if you think I'm the girl for you please contact us."

1190 days ago

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1191 days ago

New Zealander of the Year Nominations close 31 August.

Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards

Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

There are a … View more
Kia Ora New Zealand! Nominations are OPEN for this year’s Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards Te Pou Whakarae o Aotearoa!

The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of an inspirational Kiwi who has made a significant contribution to our country this year.

There are a number of categories to nominate for, so what are you waiting for?! Who will be the 2022 New Zealander of the Year? Nominate Now!
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1191 days ago

Warm welcome to Digital Boost

Neighbourly

We're very excited to announce Digital Boost as our new Neighbourly partner.
Digital Boost is a free online learning platform providing tutorials on how to operate a business in today's digital world.

We truly believe in the support and tools they provide to help digitally upskill … View more
We're very excited to announce Digital Boost as our new Neighbourly partner.
Digital Boost is a free online learning platform providing tutorials on how to operate a business in today's digital world.

We truly believe in the support and tools they provide to help digitally upskill New Zealand SME businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Digital Boost and stay tuned for tips and tricks, online tutorials and other exciting content!
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1192 days ago

Finish date set for Hutt hotel

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The long running saga of the council subsidised hotel in High St may be coming to an end.
Developer Raman Sarin says the hotel will be finished by the end of the year. He recently signed a new deal with the council, committing his company to finishing the hotel and continuing to run the events … View more
The long running saga of the council subsidised hotel in High St may be coming to an end.
Developer Raman Sarin says the hotel will be finished by the end of the year. He recently signed a new deal with the council, committing his company to finishing the hotel and continuing to run the events centre.
What are your thoughts on the hotel? Was it a good idea for the council to get involved?
If you do not want you comments used by Stuff, please put NFP.

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1192 days ago

Kiwis are being stung by high power bills.

Flick

⚡ Weather and supply has been the scapegoat for the price hikes, but the truth is that New Zealand’s electricity market is broken - denying Kiwis access to fair pricing. 👎🏽 Over 100,000 NZ households are currently living in energy hardship, and if things continue, more families will be … View more⚡ Weather and supply has been the scapegoat for the price hikes, but the truth is that New Zealand’s electricity market is broken - denying Kiwis access to fair pricing. 👎🏽 Over 100,000 NZ households are currently living in energy hardship, and if things continue, more families will be at risk.

Kiwis deserve better, which is why we’re fighting for power affordability for all of us. But we can’t do it alone.

Join us in the Revolt to bring power prices down, by signing the petition to demand that the Government reforms NZ’s broken electricity market. #Powergate ✊🏾 ✊🏿 ✊🏼 ✊🏽

Sign and share the petition at jointherevolt.co.nz
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1193 days ago

Treat yourself or a father figure this Fathers Day.

Mags4Gifts

Purchase a local newspaper subscription in time for Fathers Day and receive a Lone Star rib pack valued at $59.

Hurry offer is for a limited time only. Terms and Conditions apply.
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1193 days ago

Be part of Naenae Pool and Fitness Suite.

Hutt City Council

Building Naenae Pool is a once in a generation investment and we want to make sure local businesses are at the heart.

We are calling local businesses to register an expression of interest and we will alert you every time an opportunity is opened as part of the project.

By taking a social … View more
Building Naenae Pool is a once in a generation investment and we want to make sure local businesses are at the heart.

We are calling local businesses to register an expression of interest and we will alert you every time an opportunity is opened as part of the project.

By taking a social procurement approach we aim to maximise the local impact on every dollar we spend. We are keen to hear from businesses who are:
• committed to ongoing training opportunities (particularly for young people),
• pay the Living Wage
• committed to sustainability in their practices.

Register your business interest at www.hutt.city/bepartofnaenaepool.
Register now

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1199 days ago

Wainuiomata's booming housing market

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A third of all the houses for sale in Lower Hutt are in a suburb – Wainuiomata – that’s shaken off a dodgy reputation during the housing crisis.
TradeMe has just 213 properties listed for sale in the whole of Lower Hutt – a city with a population of over 100,000. Seventy are in Wainuiomata,… View more
A third of all the houses for sale in Lower Hutt are in a suburb – Wainuiomata – that’s shaken off a dodgy reputation during the housing crisis.
TradeMe has just 213 properties listed for sale in the whole of Lower Hutt – a city with a population of over 100,000. Seventy are in Wainuiomata, which contains only 16.4 per cent of Lower Hutt’s housing stock.
Wainuiomata is in the midst of a purple patch with new investment flooding in after years of stagnation. The Hutt City Council recently announced an $8.5 million upgrade of the Queen St shopping area, which follows the building of a new supermarket and shopping area, and a $50m retirement village.

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1195 days ago

Superhome owners opening their homes to the public this weekend

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Healthy, warm, dry and cheap to run. Owners of Superhome houses in Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson and Otago are hosting open homes from August 14-15 so you can see just how warm and cosy a home can be with the right design approach.

1194 days ago

You could get free curtains from the Wellington Curtain Bank

Sustainability Trust

Tēnā koutou katoa - your friends at the Wellington Curtain Bank here.

Did you know that you can lose 20-30% of the heat in your home through the windows?

Did you also know that if you have a Community Services Card or a SuperGold Combo Card holder living with you, you could get free … View more
Tēnā koutou katoa - your friends at the Wellington Curtain Bank here.

Did you know that you can lose 20-30% of the heat in your home through the windows?

Did you also know that if you have a Community Services Card or a SuperGold Combo Card holder living with you, you could get free curtains from us?

Our curtains are made from upcycled curtains and fabric, given an extra layer for warmth and adjusted to fit your windows. All you need to do is measure your windows and place your order online.

There is a six-week wait for curtains, so place your order today.

You can place your order online here or phone us on 0508 78 78 24 ext 705 for other options.
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1195 days ago

Who does the best cheese scone?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Hutt residents. This week we're investigating where to buy the best cheese scones in our city and we'd love your help.
Please let us know your recommendations in the comments below - tell us where and why the scones are the best - and our intrepid reporter is going to sample your top … View more
Hi Hutt residents. This week we're investigating where to buy the best cheese scones in our city and we'd love your help.
Please let us know your recommendations in the comments below - tell us where and why the scones are the best - and our intrepid reporter is going to sample your top five choices. You'll be able to read all about it in this Saturday's Dominion Post. Check out the link to our recent story on Wellington scones.

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1195 days ago

WE NEED YOUR HELP: IDENTIFYING FLOOD HAZARDS IN LOWER HUTT

Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.

The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict … View more
Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington Water are working on two projects that make up the most comprehensive flood mapping exercise in the city’s history.

The latest computer modelling techniques have been used to develop
draft flood hazard maps that depict stormwater and river flooding.

Now we need you to help finish the job. To make sure the finished
maps are as accurate as possible, we’d like you to tell us about flooding
events in your neighbourhoods and show us any photos you’ve got.

For further information on this project, go to: hutt.city/floodhazards

We’d also like your thoughts on other natural hazards like earthquakes, slips and erosion, and their impacts on our city.

We need this information as we prepare to draft a new district plan – the rule book for land use and development in Lower Hutt. And lastly, as part of the district plan review, we’d like to talk to you about residential development in the city, particularly your thoughts on what is a reasonable distance for people to walk from higher-density residential housing to train stations, shops and other facilities.
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