Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt

1275 days ago

We bought the hill!

Buy the Hill - Te Ahu Pātiki Maunga

Thank you, Aotearoa.

You helped The Press and the Rod Donald Trust buy Mt Herbert/Te Ahu Pātiki the highest peak in Christchurch.

But you can still help.

The generosity of Kiwis has now secured the land's future as a public conservation park.

Further donations will help the … View more
Thank you, Aotearoa.

You helped The Press and the Rod Donald Trust buy Mt Herbert/Te Ahu Pātiki the highest peak in Christchurch.

But you can still help.

The generosity of Kiwis has now secured the land's future as a public conservation park.

Further donations will help the trust restore the land to its former forested glory.
Donate now

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1275 days ago

Eastern European Delicacies NOW IN-STORE

Cameron Harrison Butchery & Delicatessen

Handmade by (ex Park Ave’s famous butcher) Gordon Wood, we now have these products in store, at our Lower Hutt butchery for you:

• Polish Kielbasa
• Kase-Grillers
• Polish Kabanosy
• Dutch Rookworst
• Polska Mild Salami
• Russians
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Handmade by (ex Park Ave’s famous butcher) Gordon Wood, we now have these products in store, at our Lower Hutt butchery for you:

• Polish Kielbasa
• Kase-Grillers
• Polish Kabanosy
• Dutch Rookworst
• Polska Mild Salami
• Russians
• Ukrainskaya Kielbasa
• Smoked Salo
• Salted Salo
• Hungarian Spek
• Doktorskaya Kolbasa (Russian Doctors Sausage / Luncheon)

And we also have Gordon’s famous Old English Pork Sausages on special from Thursday for you this week too!!!

Pop in-store to stock up on your old favourites and our award winning (Best in NZ) honey cured and manuka smoked ham and bacon!!!
Shop now!

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1278 days ago

Did you see the blood moon

Reporter Community News

Dominion Post photographer Kevin Stent took this picture of moon rising over Palmer Head Fortress, Wellington, prior to a much anticipated blood moon later in the evening.
If you have a photo of the blood moon, please post it.

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1276 days ago

The Resene Wallpaper Sale is on!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at … View more
Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 8 June 2021. Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
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1276 days ago

Winter Sale

The Gun Shop & The Outdoors Hut

All Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)

- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
- … View more
All Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)

- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
- Tramping Hunting boots from $180
- Packs 25l to 80l from $150
- Recurve bows from $250

Full range of Hunting Camping/tramping gear available - Torches, Binos, Thermal imaging, Gas Cookers, food, etc

807 Fergusson Drive
Upper hutt
04 939 6184
email sales@theoutdoorshut.co.nz
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1277 days ago

Hollywood wins Hutt sports awards

Reporter Community News

A plea for social justice and a special tribute to Grant Quinn, the founder of Special Olympics New Zealand, were two of the highlights at the Hutt Valley Sports Awards.
The overall winner was 2021 Olympic swim coach for Tokyo, Gary Hollywood, who coaches Olympic medal prospect Lewis Clareburt​.
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A plea for social justice and a special tribute to Grant Quinn, the founder of Special Olympics New Zealand, were two of the highlights at the Hutt Valley Sports Awards.
The overall winner was 2021 Olympic swim coach for Tokyo, Gary Hollywood, who coaches Olympic medal prospect Lewis Clareburt​.
Award winners: Administrator/Volunteer of the Year Fran Scholey​ (netball); Official of the Year, Gareth Fowler (netball umpire); Young Sportsman, Tana Mumu​ (softball, baseball, rugby); Young Sportswoman, Diana Galloway (squash); Youth Volunteer of the Year, Joel and Luka Dunwoodie​ (hockey); Youth Team of the Year, Hutt Valley U16 Hornets (baseball); Exceptional Service to Sport, Grant Quinn (Special Olympics); Coach of the Year and Surpreme Winner, Gary Hollywood (swimming); Sporting Legend, Niniwa Roberts (hockey); Team of the Year, Taita Cricket Men’s Premiers; Sportsman of the Year, Nick Willis (athletics); Sportswoman of the Year, Karin Burger (netball); Disabled Athlete of the Year, Erin Knox (swimming); Media Contribution Award to Sport, Petone Rugby Football Club Social Media Team.

1277 days ago

Get involved to Paint it pink

Resene

Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!

Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail … View more
Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!

Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail price in May 2021 at Resene owned ColorShops.

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1277 days ago

First-Class Dental Experience

Hutt Dental Hub

Right in the centre of Lower Hutt where we are providing quality dentistry with a simple philosophy, which is to offer the highest standards of general and cosmetic dental care in a friendly environment using advanced dental technology. We will ensure that your visit to us is relaxed and … View moreRight in the centre of Lower Hutt where we are providing quality dentistry with a simple philosophy, which is to offer the highest standards of general and cosmetic dental care in a friendly environment using advanced dental technology. We will ensure that your visit to us is relaxed and comfortable.

Our comprehensive examinations represent a holistic approach. They involve checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and using the latest technology such as digital x-rays, CBCT imaging and intra oral cameras to diagnose any dental issues at an early stage.

Our passionate dental hygienist is specialised in gum assessment, prevention and treatment of oral disease. She will advise about the best ways for you to keep your teeth and gums healthy. The services we offer is of a wide range of restorative and general dentistry including one day crowns, teeth straightening and 3D printed dentures.

Come along, meet our caring team and experienced dentists and dental hygienist.
Find out more

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1281 days ago

Last mass at historic St Gerard's feels bittersweet

Reporter Community News

What would you like to see happen to St Gerard's
The historic church has closed because of its earthquake-prone status. Its owners made the decision after the owners struggled to raise the $11 million to $13m needed to pay for strengthening work. Only $42,000 had been donated by July 2020.

1279 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

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An old black and white picture from early Wellington. Who can recognise where it is?

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1278 days ago

Niniwa Roberts a Hutt Valley sporting legend

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The Hutt Valley Sports Awards will tonight induct Niniwa Roberts as a legend of Hutt Sport.
In total she played 141 games for the Black Sticks, attended two Olympic Games and one Commonwealth Games, and is widely regarded as one of our best hockey players.

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1278 days ago

St Bernard’s College Open Day

St Bernards College

St Bernard’s College will be holding an open day on Saturday 29 May from 10:00 until 2:00. Sports teams will be competing on the college fields during the open day and subject departments will have displays and staff ready to answer any questions. The principal will give a brief address to groups… View moreSt Bernard’s College will be holding an open day on Saturday 29 May from 10:00 until 2:00. Sports teams will be competing on the college fields during the open day and subject departments will have displays and staff ready to answer any questions. The principal will give a brief address to groups of families at 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00.

The enrolment cycle for 2022 begins on the open day with enrolments closing off on Friday 9 July. Enrolment packs can be collected from the college that day. As the college has reached its maximum roll, it is important that enrolments are received by the close off date.

Over the last year, those travelling along Waterloo Road will have seen the construction of a new Library and Information Technology Centre. While the official opening won’t be until Tuesday 1 June, visitors to the open day can get a sneak preview and walk through the beautiful architecturally designed modern learning space.
Join us

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1278 days ago

Eastern European Delicacies NOW IN-STORE

Cameron Harrison Butchery & Delicatessen

Handmade by (ex Park Ave’s famous butcher) Gordon Wood, we now have these products in store, at our Lower Hutt butchery for you:

• Polish Kielbasa
• Kase-Grillers
• Polish Kabanosy
• Dutch Rookworst
• Polska Mild Salami
• Russians
View more
Handmade by (ex Park Ave’s famous butcher) Gordon Wood, we now have these products in store, at our Lower Hutt butchery for you:

• Polish Kielbasa
• Kase-Grillers
• Polish Kabanosy
• Dutch Rookworst
• Polska Mild Salami
• Russians
• Ukrainskaya Kielbasa
• Smoked Salo
• Salted Salo
• Hungarian Spek
• Doktorskaya Kolbasa (Russian Doctors Sausage / Luncheon)

And we also have Gordon’s famous Old English Pork Sausages on special from Thursday for you this week too!!!

Pop in-store to stock up on your old favourites and our award winning (Best in NZ) honey cured and manuka smoked ham and bacon!!!
Shop now!

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1278 days ago

Wellington Samaritans are looking for helpline volunteers

Samaritans

Hi neighbours,

Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.

If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.

We provide full training and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.

If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.

We provide full training and ongoing support.

Email wellington@samaritans.org.nz or phone 021 294 0036 or visit www.samaritans.org.nz
Find out more

1284 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

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Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View more
Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."

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