Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt

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2427 days ago

Have you heard Steven Joyce's final speech?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

National's "Minister for Everything" fought back tears during his final sign off to Parliament. While speaking about his autistic son, his voice cracked and he had to pause. It was a moment that reduced his fellow MPs to total silence. What did you think of his final goodbye?
To … View more
National's "Minister for Everything" fought back tears during his final sign off to Parliament. While speaking about his autistic son, his voice cracked and he had to pause. It was a moment that reduced his fellow MPs to total silence. What did you think of his final goodbye?
To read more click here.

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2427 days ago

Planning a train trip at Easter Weekend? You may need to catch the bus

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from The Hutt News

Buses will be replacing trains across the Wellington rail network over Easter Weekend while major works and a massive maintenance programme is carried out.
Train services will only be operating between Masterton and Upper Hutt, with all other services being replaced by bus services. Bus … View more
Buses will be replacing trains across the Wellington rail network over Easter Weekend while major works and a massive maintenance programme is carried out.
Train services will only be operating between Masterton and Upper Hutt, with all other services being replaced by bus services. Bus replacement timetables will be available at stations, but passengers are advised to check the Metlink website, or call 0800 801 700 for information.
The work being carried out includes:

* Construction work relating to the NZTA Transmission Gulley project
* The start of the Traction Upgrade project on the Hutt Valley Line
* Maintenance of the complex infrastructure entering Wellington Station

“Closing the lines is the only way that we can allow workers to get access to the area to carry out essential maintenance to keep the trains moving. Such work would be more hazardous, difficult and take much longer if the trains were still operating,” says Greater Wellington rail operations manager Angus Gabara.

“The reason we do these works over Easter Weekend is because it is traditionally a time of lower passenger numbers and will impact less customers.

“We will be having buses replacing the trains at all stops to ensure people can still get to where they want to go this weekend but understand that this could have an impact on people’s travel plans and apologise for any inconvenience.”

Wellington’s rail network needs constant maintenance and upgrade work to improve reliability and reduce the number of delays to services. Much of the Easter Weekend maintenance will focus on the complex entrance to Wellington Station - including servicing the overhead lines, tracks, signals and points.

Due to the aging nature of the network and growing patronage demand, major investment is needed to bring it up to capacity and a modern reliable standard. GWRC and KiwiRail have submitted business cases to the government requesting addition funding to address these underlying issues.

“For Wellington to have a modern, reliable, and sustainable rail network we will need major investment in our infrastructure. The council and KiwiRail expect to hear the results of the business cases in May,” says Angus.

For more information on bus replacements, or the work being carried out please visit www.metlink.org.nz......

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2427 days ago

The Dresser at Hutt Repertory Theatre

Hutt Repertory Theatre

The award-winning play The Dresser by Ronald Harwood is a bracing, heart-breaking drama set backstage at a theatre in England during WWII.

Sir, is in a bad way, his dresser, Norman, tries valiantly to prepare him to go on stage as King Lear. With Herculean effort by Norman, Sir finally makes it… View more
The award-winning play The Dresser by Ronald Harwood is a bracing, heart-breaking drama set backstage at a theatre in England during WWII.

Sir, is in a bad way, his dresser, Norman, tries valiantly to prepare him to go on stage as King Lear. With Herculean effort by Norman, Sir finally makes it on stage and through the performance no thanks to a Luftwaffe air raid.

Check out our website for booking details including discounts for groups.

More photos on our Facebook page.
Book your tickets here!

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2428 days ago

Upcycling suggestions and advice

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering … View more
Thanks to everyone who took part in our live chat with upcycling experts 'Reclaim That' author Sarah Heeringa and Miss Lolo founder and stylist Tamzyn Adding.

They covered a wide range of topics and shared plenty of advice that may be of use if you're thinking of entering Neighbourly's upcycling awards. To check out what they had to say, click here.

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2441 days ago

Should it be illegal to ride a bike without a helmet?

Reporter The Hutt News

Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts - an interesting discussion for sure! Comments are now closed.

Despite having been the law for almost a quarter of a century, thousands of cyclists are thumbing their nose at wearing a helmet.
Figures show 29,399 fines have been issued to cyclists for … View more
Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts - an interesting discussion for sure! Comments are now closed.

Despite having been the law for almost a quarter of a century, thousands of cyclists are thumbing their nose at wearing a helmet.
Figures show 29,399 fines have been issued to cyclists for failing to wear their helmet over the past four years, prompting some people to call for a law change.
What do you think? Should we change the law and make it legal to cycle without a helmet? Why or why not? If you don't want your comments printed in our paper, add NFP at the end.

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2428 days ago

Have your say on GW’s future plans.

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Greater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, … View moreGreater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, priorities for public transport and regional resilience.

Share your feedback at www.whatmatters.co.nz by April 29.
Have your say!

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2428 days ago

Restore your furniture with Waywood Furniture!

Waywood Furniture Co

Hi neighbours, got a piece of furniture that needs a bit of love? Perhaps an antique or family piece that needs restoration. Furniture restoration may be a dying art but it's our specialty at Waywood Furniture. Pop in and see us at 8 Gough Street, Lower Hutt or give us a call on (04) 385 0178 … View moreHi neighbours, got a piece of furniture that needs a bit of love? Perhaps an antique or family piece that needs restoration. Furniture restoration may be a dying art but it's our specialty at Waywood Furniture. Pop in and see us at 8 Gough Street, Lower Hutt or give us a call on (04) 385 0178 to find out how we can help you! Contact us!

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2439 days ago

Eating Out

Rosalie from Wainuiomata

Hi anyone recommend I nice Restaurant either in Petone or the Hutt, 3 ladies would like to go out for a dinner treat suggestions would be welcome thanks

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2429 days ago

Want to learn Te Reo Māori?

Jonas from Wainuiomata

Do you want to learn te reo Māori in an fun and enjoyable environment?
I am running Community Education te reo Māori classess for free at no cost to you, but your time. It is open to all ages however, in order to participate you will need to complete an enrolment form from Awanuiārangi. By … View more
Do you want to learn te reo Māori in an fun and enjoyable environment?
I am running Community Education te reo Māori classess for free at no cost to you, but your time. It is open to all ages however, in order to participate you will need to complete an enrolment form from Awanuiārangi. By signing up to the Education Programme this will cover all your course fees. If you would like to know more about the course I will hold a Induction Night to explain the programme outline and processes.
Below is a interest form so that I can get a hold of you, for next stages.

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Jonas Malmanche
Te Reo Māori Teacher

2429 days ago

What’s Your Gut Feeling?

Gaviscon

Gut health and wellbeing has a noticeable impact on overall health. Factors such as diet, age, excessive stress and antibiotic treatment may cause an imbalance in ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria. This imbalance can also be exacerbated by the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion. Identifying … View moreGut health and wellbeing has a noticeable impact on overall health. Factors such as diet, age, excessive stress and antibiotic treatment may cause an imbalance in ‘good’ and ‘bad’ bacteria. This imbalance can also be exacerbated by the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion. Identifying symptoms is key to understanding underlying gut imbalances, so that helpful treatment solutions can be taken. There are many simple lifestyle changes that can help improve overall gut heath. Additionally, overall wellbeing and good health can be optimised with Probiotics and specific Symptom Relievers. Pop into your local pharmacist to discuss your digestive wellbeing today. Find out more

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2429 days ago

Can you connect to natural gas?

The Gas Hub

Find out if you can connect to natural gas for FREE here and you could also be in to WIN a Natural Gas Hot Water package worth over $3,500!

This could be a whole new level of comfort for your home.

0800 GAS HUB
Find out more!

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2430 days ago

Home based haircuts

April from Wainuiomata

Available this week Monday to Wednesday for hair cuts will come to you message me for more info :)

2433 days ago

Home based hair cuts!

April from Wainuiomata

Hey guys hairdresser avalible for hair cuts tommorow references avalible

2430 days ago

We're finalists in the CLIA Cruise Industry Awards

Lets Cruise Wellington

I'm so proud of my excellent team! Lets Cruise has made the finalists in the CLIA Cruise Industry Awards to be held in Sydney 24th February 2018. We're finalists for:

Lets Cruise - Online Agency Of The Year (New Zealand)
Helen Mahoney - Cruise Consultant Of The Year (New Zealand)
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I'm so proud of my excellent team! Lets Cruise has made the finalists in the CLIA Cruise Industry Awards to be held in Sydney 24th February 2018. We're finalists for:

Lets Cruise - Online Agency Of The Year (New Zealand)
Helen Mahoney - Cruise Consultant Of The Year (New Zealand)
Mark Smith - Cruise Consultant Of The Year (New Zealand)

It's the first time in the history of the Awards that TWO Consultants from the same agency have made the finalists for Cruise Consultant of the Year!

If you love cruising as much as we do then jump on our website to see what's on offer. You could be cruising the Pacific Islands, discovering Vanuatu or exploring Fiji.

Happy cruising,
Mark Smith
Managing Director - Lets Cruise
Discover cruising

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2431 days ago

Wood lathe - Bryco Alpha, lathe tools and bench for sale

Mike from Wainuiomata

I've not used a lathe so can't say much about it, but it has a belt drive from the motor and multiple gearing. It's from the 1980s, and hasn't been used in about 15 years, but it seems to be running OK.

Price: $650

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