4:30pm UPDATE From Hutt City Council
Udy Street in Petone remains closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia street due to a blown culvert. Wellington Water are arranging an inspection tomorrow. Once the inspection is complete, we will advise when that section of the road will reopen.
The Silverstream Landfill will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday 16 November), as trees have blocked access to the landfill. However rubbish and recycling will be collected as usual.
RIVERS & STREAMS
Waiwhetu Stream is now within its banks. Residents who were advised to evacuate can now return to their homes. They need to be aware of any risks. Council Building Officers will do a door-to-door knock on Wednesday to assess damage. Any concerns contact Hutt City Council 04 570 6666
ROADS
Wainuiomata Hill Road: both southbound lanes to Wainuiomata are open. On the sided of the road there is a slip and a downed pole, so be cautious.
Eastern Hutt Road: both lanes now open. Surface flooding under Silverstream Rail Bridge – drive with care.
SH2 northbound Petone - Ngauranga is open, but reduced to one lane - heavy traffic, expect delays
WELLINGTON HARBOUR FERRY UPDATE:
The harbour ferry is sailing this afternoon.
Due to repairs and inspection completed at Days Bay Wharf the harbour ferry will be operating to a restricted timetable departing Queens Wharf at 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
Departing Days Bay at 4:55pm, 5:55 pm and 6:50 pm.
No sailings in or out of Seatoun.
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.3% Second half of November
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38% 1st December
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19.4% A week before Christmas
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36.8% Whenever you wish
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1.6% Other - I'll share below
Riddle Me This, Neighbours! Bet You Can’t Guess It!
Sometimes narrow, sometimes wide, wind or rain, I stay outside.
Even if there’s heat or snow, from house to house I will still go.
What am I?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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85.3% Yes
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13.7% No
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1% Other - I'll share below