Normandale, Lower Hutt

Finding friendship and support within the village

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Making the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe… View moreMaking the decision to move into a retirement village can be a daunting experience. With so many things to consider, we want to make the process a little easier.

Visiting a village is the best way to obtain a true appreciation of what life will be like, take in the sights and sounds, and observe the general atmosphere. Find out why Bill and Leonie from Jane Mander Retirement Village in Whangerei, found the support and care they needed from the village community. Find out more

Ministry moves to terminate Lower Hutt childcare centre's licence following investigation

Matthew Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Camp and town - Trentham military base and the city that has grown around it

Matthew Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Dappled tan camouflage uniforms stand out on the streets of Upper Hutt - having the opposite effect …

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Drawing board and machine

Brian and Moira from Maungaraki

in good working order $350

Price: $350

Poll: Movin' March

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Walking, cycling and scooting to school have many benefits for tamariki – exercise, independence, physical and mental health, decision making, risk assessment and road safety skills.

Do your kids walk, bike or scoot to school? What do you love about it?

Movin' March

• Quality time
• Exercise
• Seeing my kids grow in confidence
• Avoiding chaos at the school gate
• Other (leave us a comment!)

Vote View Results

• 18.6% Quality time
  18.6% Complete
• 33.9% Exercise
  33.9% Complete
• 37.3% Seeing my kids grow in confidence
  37.3% Complete
• 8.5% Avoiding chaos at the school gate
  8.5% Complete
• 1.7% Other (leave us a comment!)
  1.7% Complete

59 votes

Phone/Computer scam

David from Petone

Scammers have upped their game - yesterday I received an automated call - the voice said it was from Sparc and that my internet would be cut off. It then said that I should press 1 to get more information or something - I didn;t really hear because I was too busy laughing at the sheer cheek of it … View moreScammers have upped their game - yesterday I received an automated call - the voice said it was from Sparc and that my internet would be cut off. It then said that I should press 1 to get more information or something - I didn;t really hear because I was too busy laughing at the sheer cheek of it and hanging up. Whatever you do do not press 1, or 2 or any other number - just hang up.

Sewing Machine

Rae from Waiwhetu

Does anyone have a sewing machine they no longer want. My niece is looking for one for her final year at school. Prepared to pay fair price. Thanks...Rae

A beautiful, personalised farewell for your loved one

Haven Falls Funeral Home

Haven Falls can arrange any type of funeral service depending on your family’s spiritual and cultural traditions. We offer 24-hour quality care and professional service Wellington-wide, with funeral packages from $3,990 + GST. No deposit required, 30 day invoice.

Find us at 42-50 Burden … View moreHaven Falls can arrange any type of funeral service depending on your family’s spiritual and cultural traditions. We offer 24-hour quality care and professional service Wellington-wide, with funeral packages from $3,990 + GST. No deposit required, 30 day invoice.

Find us at 42-50 Burden Avenue, Wainuiomata.

Phone 04 564 3792 and 0800 428365 or visit our website www.havenfalls.co.nz for more information. Learn more

NZ's first Visible Wellbeing School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, … View moreSamuel Marsden Collegiate School takes wellbeing education seriously. They are committed to improving the mental wellbeing and happiness of all students, Preschool to Year 13, at both its campuses in Karori and Whitby.

The Visible Wellbeing approach, in partnership with Professor Lea Waters, is a framework that can be applied to every lesson and activity, academic and co-curricular.

Research has shown that taking an intentional, strategic approach to student wellbeing provides positive flow-on effects to learning outcomes, and gifts each student the skills to manage their own wellbeing, lifelong.

Visit Marsden to find out more! Find out more!

'Floating' Ron Sang-designed house for sale along with extensive art collection

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from The Hutt News

Head Lice Repellent

Christene from Waiwhetu

I have developed a Head Lice Repellent to help keep your child free from Nits, Cooties, If interested let me know House Of Oils in Waiwhetu, (www.houseofoils.co.nz) Lower Hutt or Vibrant Health in Petone
Essential oils - Lavender, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Geranium, Neem

Price: $15