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1669 days ago

Poll: Have you had a courier parcel go missing?

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not… View more
Hi Neighbours,
If you have ordered a parcel to be delivered by courier during lockdown, Stuff/Homed would love you to take part in this short poll please. We would like to know if you have had problems with the theft of courier parcels (not just delays) from your letterbox or porch, or if this not been an issue. If you would like to add detail or comment, please email me. Thank you.

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Have you had a courier parcel go missing?
  • 16.1% Yes, parcel not found
    16.1% Complete
  • 83.9% No, all parcels accounted for
    83.9% Complete
1474 votes
1669 days ago

Groundwork

The Team from Wellington Water

To repair a leak, it must first be found—and this can be more complicated than you might think.

In this case, infrastructure had been built over the manhole cover that would normally be used to inspect a pipe, so our team had to find another way into it.

Here’s Foreman Mika and Drainlayer … View more
To repair a leak, it must first be found—and this can be more complicated than you might think.

In this case, infrastructure had been built over the manhole cover that would normally be used to inspect a pipe, so our team had to find another way into it.

Here’s Foreman Mika and Drainlayer Richie feeding a CCTV camera down the pipe after the team had carefully uncovered it with a digger.

Armed with detailed images of the 30 metre long pipe, they had the information they needed to finish the job.

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1669 days ago

A little look behind the scenes...

New World

The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the … View more
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us all how quickly life can change. For many New Zealanders, this has meant job losses or significant pay cuts – and the family pantry suddenly empty.

For the past two months, there’s been a huge demand for food parcels from local charities around the country. Find out what we’ve been doing behind the scenes to support these charities who are helping New Zealanders get back on their feet.

(PS – we want to say a special ‘thank you’ to all of you who have made a donation at your local store. Your generous support is helping keep New Zealanders fed.)
Take a look behind the scenes

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1669 days ago

Know the signs of a stroke

Stroke Foundation

During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - … View more
During this time of COVID-19, it’s important we remember the different signs of stroke and that stroke is always a medical emergency.

One New Zealander every hour experiences stroke. But if you think F.A.S.T. you could save someone’s life and give them the best chance of recovery.

F - Face - Is it drooping on one side?
A - Arm - Is one arm weak?
S - Speech - Is it mixed up, slurred or lost?
T - Take Action - Call 111 immediately.

Think F.A.S.T., act fast, and keep looking out for each other.

Thank you, from the Stroke Foundation of New Zealand.
Learn more

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1670 days ago

Send a Level 3 Love Letter to someone you miss

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to … View more
Hi Neighhours,

It's been a tough last few weeks, right? When life gets hard and the world gets scary, it's our loved ones we turn to for support.

But this extraordinary coronavirus pandemic is different. Many of us can't see our most special friends and whānau because we want to keep them safe, and we want to get through this as a nation by following social distancing and Covid-19 Alert Level 3 rules.

While thousands of people are returning to work, visiting friends and family outside of your bubble may still be off the cards for some time longer.

Do you have a message for someone you can't see in person? A shout out to a sibling or best friend? A much-loved and missed grandparent? A new baby you need to virtually cuddle?

Level 3 Love Letters is an opportunity to share a video message for a loved one on Stuff.

You can upload your video here so we can share it with them and New Zealand

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1670 days ago

Silverstream Landfill: 2 days public access for urgent waste.

The team from Hutt City Council

Silverstream Landfill generally remains closed for domestic waste drop offs during Covid-19 alert level 3. On Sunday 10 and on Sunday 17 May 2020, the landfill will be open to public customers to dispose of urgent domestic waste between 9am and 5pm. Payment will only be accepted by Paywave credit … View moreSilverstream Landfill generally remains closed for domestic waste drop offs during Covid-19 alert level 3. On Sunday 10 and on Sunday 17 May 2020, the landfill will be open to public customers to dispose of urgent domestic waste between 9am and 5pm. Payment will only be accepted by Paywave credit or debit cards. Physical distancing of at least 2 metres will be required at all times.

Please note that we expect that this will be a very busy day at Silverstream Landfill and there may be significant queues. Therefore, if your waste is not urgent, please refrain from attending the landfill.

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1670 days ago

Retirees - is it time for something new?

Presbyterian Support Central

Light, bright, modern and just the right size – what more could you ask for?

A cosy one bedroom apartment at Huntleigh Retirement Apartments is available now and waiting for you.

Recently renovated to the highest standard in the central Wellington suburb of Karori, this one won’t be … View more
Light, bright, modern and just the right size – what more could you ask for?

A cosy one bedroom apartment at Huntleigh Retirement Apartments is available now and waiting for you.

Recently renovated to the highest standard in the central Wellington suburb of Karori, this one won’t be around long.

Make the most of independence of living, but without the hassle. No need to worry about the rates, insurance, maintenance this winter - we’ve got it covered.

Additional services also available.
Find out more

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1670 days ago

Please support our Virtual Street Appeal

Te Omanga Hospice

In May, we usually hold our Annual Street Appeal, which raises vital funds for Te Omanga Hospice. Sadly, we’ve had to cancel it due to COVID-19.

While we may not be on the streets with buckets this year, our essential care and support for vulnerable people in our community continues through … View more
In May, we usually hold our Annual Street Appeal, which raises vital funds for Te Omanga Hospice. Sadly, we’ve had to cancel it due to COVID-19.

While we may not be on the streets with buckets this year, our essential care and support for vulnerable people in our community continues through these challenging times.

Please donate to our Virtual Street Appeal today. Every dollar helps us continue to provide much needed care and support to people living with terminal or life limiting illnesses in the Hutt Valley.
Donate here

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1671 days ago

Information for our Pacific communities

The team from Hutt City Council

Kia orana. Bula. Fakaalofa atu. Mauri. Noa'ia. Malō. Mālō. Mālō e lelei. Tālofa.

The Ministry for Pacific Peoples shares the latest information and advice for our Pacific communities on COVID-19 in nine Pacific languages: Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Kiribati, Rotuman, Samoan, … View more
Kia orana. Bula. Fakaalofa atu. Mauri. Noa'ia. Malō. Mālō. Mālō e lelei. Tālofa.

The Ministry for Pacific Peoples shares the latest information and advice for our Pacific communities on COVID-19 in nine Pacific languages: Cook Islands Māori, Fijian, Niuean, Kiribati, Rotuman, Samoan, Tokelauan, Tongan, and Tuvaluan 🌺

Check out Three at 4pm on Fridays and on the Ministry for Pacific Peoples Facebook page on Wednesdays.

1671 days ago

Heavy rain over the weekend

The Team from Wellington Water

The heavy rain over the weekend sure kept our crews busy! They got out there responding to surface flooding, removing blockages and pumping water away from properties that were being threatened by flooding 🌧 Also great to hear a bunch of positive feedback from residents for our folks who were … View moreThe heavy rain over the weekend sure kept our crews busy! They got out there responding to surface flooding, removing blockages and pumping water away from properties that were being threatened by flooding 🌧 Also great to hear a bunch of positive feedback from residents for our folks who were out in the storm taking care of business yesterday.

Shout out to those who took our suggestions on clearing out sumps in their streets – this definitely makes a difference 🍂

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1671 days ago

⚠ PLANNED WATER OUTAGE – TUESDAY 5 MAY WANUIOMATA⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

We are connecting a new service into the water supply network in the area. This means we have to turn off the supply between 10am and 2pm, affecting water supply to Wise Street, Craigie Way and Jack Vaughan Grove in Wainuiomata.

We recommend affected properties fill up containers with water … View more
We are connecting a new service into the water supply network in the area. This means we have to turn off the supply between 10am and 2pm, affecting water supply to Wise Street, Craigie Way and Jack Vaughan Grove in Wainuiomata.

We recommend affected properties fill up containers with water before 10am and avoid running your dishwasher and washing machine during this time. When the water supply is turned back on, it’s a good idea to open a cold tap slowly then let it run for a minute or so to clear any air bubbles that may have entered the system. Air can cause the water to turn a milky colour, but this won’t affect the taste, and should clear quickly.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused by this outage and will update you if any of the above should change.

1681 days ago

Help a small business near you

David Downs from SOS Business

Missing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors … View moreMissing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors shut. Lots of great places to support across the Wellington area here...
sosbusiness.nz...

1678 days ago

Roadside Anzac tributes fill voild left by cancelled commemorations

Matt Tso Reporter from The Hutt News

Hutt residents joined Kiwis around the country in decorating fences letterboxes and windows to remember those who stepped up when their country called.
* If you don't want your comments used in an article, just add NFP at the end of your post.

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