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The Wellington Jazz Festival is fast approaching and to celebrate we have two tickets to give away for the June 9 show by Grammy-award winning artist Dianne Reeves. Keen? Comment below with what you're looking forward to at the festival or email editor@huttnews.co.nz with "Dianne Reeves … View moreThe Wellington Jazz Festival is fast approaching and to celebrate we have two tickets to give away for the June 9 show by Grammy-award winning artist Dianne Reeves. Keen? Comment below with what you're looking forward to at the festival or email editor@huttnews.co.nz with "Dianne Reeves giveaway" in the subject line and contact details in the body. Entries close noon on Tuesday June 6. Good luck!
What do you think would be a good lunchbox option for councillors? Fish or curry wouldn't be great in the room.
We are celebrating the annual Civic Awards and are calling for nominations!
If you know of any outstanding, long-term volunteers you would like to nominate, download a nomination form from huttcity.govt.nz/civicawards
There are categories for community services, cultural affairs, educational … View moreWe are celebrating the annual Civic Awards and are calling for nominations!
If you know of any outstanding, long-term volunteers you would like to nominate, download a nomination form from huttcity.govt.nz/civicawards
There are categories for community services, cultural affairs, educational services, recreation, social services and youth activities.
There is also a Youth Services Award celebrating young volunteers aged 15 to 25.
Nominations close 5pm, Friday 2 June.
Hello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry … View moreHello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry specialists.
Take advantage of special offers - only available at the show - and enjoy a friendly atmosphere at Wellington’s finest exhibition venue. 9-11 June, TSB Arena and Shed 6, Wellington. We would love to see you there!
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
Greater Wellington Regional Council works with volunteers like you to plant up to 25,000 trees a season and we need your help!
Join us this year and help us achieve our goal of planting 25,000 trees a season. You make the difference.
Join us at MacKays Crossing entrance at Queen Elizabeth … View moreGreater Wellington Regional Council works with volunteers like you to plant up to 25,000 trees a season and we need your help!
Join us this year and help us achieve our goal of planting 25,000 trees a season. You make the difference.
Join us at MacKays Crossing entrance at Queen Elizabeth Park for a morning of tree planting on the 2nd of July from 10am-2pm.
There will be free a free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring appropriate footwear and warm clothes.
For more information, please visit www.gw.govt.nz... or RSVP to the Facebook event goo.gl...
Learning can happen anywhere. Enrol in a Bachelor of Arts at Massey – the only BA you can study from wherever you are. With 26 majors on offer you can study what you’re passionate about, while gaining valuable knowledge that will serve you now and in the future. Semester 2 starts July.
If there were an earthquake tomorrow, would you know what to do? How would you get home if you work outside of Upper Hutt? How could you help your family? Where would you go for help or information? How could you help your community?
You can learn all of this at an interactive, FUN … View moreIf there were an earthquake tomorrow, would you know what to do? How would you get home if you work outside of Upper Hutt? How could you help your family? Where would you go for help or information? How could you help your community?
You can learn all of this at an interactive, FUN emergency preparedness course run by the Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO). This is a FREE course open to anyone 14 years and over! This course is for you whether you just want to learn more about how to be better prepared, how to help others in an emergency or if you want to go further and be a WREMO volunteer for something awesome to put on your C.V!
When: 4x sessions, Monday evenings 12th June – 3rd July
Where: Upper Hutt Library
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Make sure you get all your bookings done with the team at the i-SITE for this Queen’s Birthday weekend. The i-SITE can help plan and book all your accommodation, attractions and activities if you are heading away. Best of all, the service is free! So make sure you pop down to 25 Laings Road to … View moreMake sure you get all your bookings done with the team at the i-SITE for this Queen’s Birthday weekend. The i-SITE can help plan and book all your accommodation, attractions and activities if you are heading away. Best of all, the service is free! So make sure you pop down to 25 Laings Road to see them, or phone them on 04 560 4715.
Over the coming weeks you will start seeing signs appearing throughout Lower Hutt. Consuming alcohol around the Lower Hutt CBD and suburban shopping centres is prohibited at all times. The majority of other public spaces are alcohol free from 9pm - 5am. For more info on alcohol free areas in Lower … View moreOver the coming weeks you will start seeing signs appearing throughout Lower Hutt. Consuming alcohol around the Lower Hutt CBD and suburban shopping centres is prohibited at all times. The majority of other public spaces are alcohol free from 9pm - 5am. For more info on alcohol free areas in Lower Hutt, visit huttcity.govt.nz/alcohol-ban
Good in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and … View moreGood in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and help a group do good in your hood.
Wellington Curtain Bank needs 300 more pairs of curtains before the end of winter to meet demand. Supported by Sustainability Trust, the Curtain Bank provides free, lined curtains to low-income families who need a hand to warm up their homes. We upcycle donated curtains and need a ready supply to … View moreWellington Curtain Bank needs 300 more pairs of curtains before the end of winter to meet demand. Supported by Sustainability Trust, the Curtain Bank provides free, lined curtains to low-income families who need a hand to warm up their homes. We upcycle donated curtains and need a ready supply to support the more than 500 families a year who apply for them. Donate your pre-loved curtains at: War Memorial Library, 2 Queens Drive, Lower Hutt, Monday – Friday, 10am – 5.30pm, Saturday 10am – 5pm, Sunday 1pm – 5pm, or click here for more drop off points.
A big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over … View moreA big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over and see why a smaller smarter power company could be better for you.
Hi everyone, thanks for your comments. It was great to take a trip down memory lane! Comments are now closed.
Opened in 1929 and closed in 1981, the Riddiford Baths were right in the heart of Lower Hutt. Did you ever go to the baths? What do you remember most from your visits? Comments may be used… View moreHi everyone, thanks for your comments. It was great to take a trip down memory lane! Comments are now closed.
Opened in 1929 and closed in 1981, the Riddiford Baths were right in the heart of Lower Hutt. Did you ever go to the baths? What do you remember most from your visits? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)
Our New Home Builders Information Sessions are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. Completely FREE, sessions are designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best… View moreOur New Home Builders Information Sessions are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. Completely FREE, sessions are designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:
• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted
We love sharing our construction industry and knowledge to ensure every home building journey is a good one. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
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