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If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.
Afternoon everyone,
The children at Barnardos Early Learning Centre in Petone have been hard at work, learning all about how to live a healthy lifestyle. They've been growing veges and dancing around to some great tunes to keep fit. What do you think? How much do your kids know about staying … View moreAfternoon everyone,
The children at Barnardos Early Learning Centre in Petone have been hard at work, learning all about how to live a healthy lifestyle. They've been growing veges and dancing around to some great tunes to keep fit. What do you think? How much do your kids know about staying healthy?
Hi Hutt folks!
Two Lower Hutt residents are gearing up to head to Japan as part of the Ship for World Youth programme. A team of Kiwis will be representing us and meeting other youth leaders from all over the world. What do you think they'll learn? They're in the middle of fundraising, … View moreHi Hutt folks!
Two Lower Hutt residents are gearing up to head to Japan as part of the Ship for World Youth programme. A team of Kiwis will be representing us and meeting other youth leaders from all over the world. What do you think they'll learn? They're in the middle of fundraising, so any donations to their givealittle page would be appreciated: givealittle.co.nz...
Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, … View moreLooking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
The Pomare-Wingate Overbridge will be closed for seismic strengthening from Monday 26 December to Sunday 8 January. During this time a diversion along Cambridge Terrace, down Daysh Street and along High Street will be in place.
A few years ago we started a progressive strengthening programme to … View moreThe Pomare-Wingate Overbridge will be closed for seismic strengthening from Monday 26 December to Sunday 8 January. During this time a diversion along Cambridge Terrace, down Daysh Street and along High Street will be in place.
A few years ago we started a progressive strengthening programme to bridges in the city. We are currently completing this strengthening on three bridges:
•Pomare-Wingate Overbridge
•Wainui Road Bridge
•Seaview Road Bridge
The works happening on these bridges is to improve the earthquake resistance of the Seaview and Wainui Road Bridges by adding new linkage systems at deck joint locations. This work is part of our regular strengthening programme and is not related to the recent Kaikoura earthquake.
We have agreed with our contractor late December/early January is the best time to do the work on the Pomare-Wingate Overbridge because it is considered a quiet period for traffic volumes, particularly commercial vehicles. Less traffic also means a safer working environment for our contractor.
It is important the bridge is closed, as just putting traffic management in place would mean the work would take much longer to complete.
When the work is complete the bridge will be open to traffic as normal.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.
Hi everyone,
As of 1 o'clock this afternoon Lower Hutt New World is back open for business! After being shut for 26 days Hutt City Council cleared the supermarket to open just in time for the Christmas rush. Will you be heading down to do some last minute Christmas shopping?
Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017.
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.
4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.
Hutt City Council’s current parking trial will end on Monday 3 April 2017. The trial offered one hour free parking in the Lower Hutt CBD.
From Monday 16 January 2017 all long-term parking charges increased as a result of the trial will revert back to pre-trial rates.* The first-hour free parking… View moreHutt City Council’s current parking trial will end on Monday 3 April 2017. The trial offered one hour free parking in the Lower Hutt CBD.
From Monday 16 January 2017 all long-term parking charges increased as a result of the trial will revert back to pre-trial rates.* The first-hour free parking in the HC2 time-restricted shopper parking areas will continue until Monday 3 April 2017. This is because of current parking pressures across the city due to restrictions on parking at the Queensgate Mall during demolition of an affected corner of the complex following the 14 November 2016 Kaikoura earthquake.
Chief Executive Tony Stallinger says the trial, aimed at attracting visitors and retail spend in the central city, has been thoroughly researched but the results “don’t stack up”.
“We have given this trial longer than any other we have undertaken, but ten months of economic data shows free parking is not an effective strategy to attract additional retail spend.”
Lower Hutt Mayor Ray Wallace remains committed to working with CBD retailers to encourage business and has been pleased by the significant private investment and development in the central city during the past 12 months.
“While free parking has not given us the results we hoped, the private investment and development we’ve seen in the CBD over the past 12 months bodes well for the year ahead.
“Rejuvenation of the Lower Hutt CBD is a key strategic priority for our Council and we look forward to showing this commitment in a very tangible way with the opening of the Lower Hutt Events Centre in a years’ time. The Centre will be complemented by the new central city hotel we’ve attracted to the city with building work on this privately-owned hotel set to get underway early next year.
“This is on top of the ongoing RiverLink project set to deliver better flood protection, improved lifestyle and improved transport links for the people and businesses of central Lower Hutt.
“The trial though has shown that we need to have a better understanding of our future parking need across the city, particularly given the changes proposed by the RiverLink project, our continued work on city cycleways and the changing face of retail in areas such as Petone West.
“Council has asked officers to investigate a full city-wide review on the future parking demands our city will face and we expect the results to be presented back to Council next year for consideration.”
*Parking charges that will revert to pre-trial rates on Monday 16 January 2017:
• Hourly rates in HC3 parking zones will return to $1 per hour from $2 per hour.
• Rates at the Riverbank Car Park and HC4 parking zones will return to $0.70 per hour with a maximum charge of $4 per day from $1.50 per hour with a maximum charge of $6.
• Weekend and public holiday parking in HC3 and HC4 areas remains unrestricted with no charge.
• At the end of the trial period (3 April 2017) HC2 time-restricted shopper parking rates will return to $1.50 per hour. HC2 time-restricted shopper parking will remain free on weekends and public holidays.
Given these changes, customers with pre-purchased parking passes for the Riverbank Car Park from January 2017 onwards are entitled to a refund. Those with a January 2017 pass are entitled to a $14 refund and those with a pass from February 2017 are entitled to a $31 refund. Customers can visit the customer services team at Hutt City Council, 30 Laings Road, Lower Hutt for this refund.
Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
… View moreDo you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.
Metlink will be running a holiday timetable from Sunday 25 December 2016 until Tuesday 3 January 2017. This means that some bus, train or harbour ferry services will be running to a special or reduced timetable. Normal services will resume on Wednesday 4 January 2017.
We wish all our Metlink … View moreMetlink will be running a holiday timetable from Sunday 25 December 2016 until Tuesday 3 January 2017. This means that some bus, train or harbour ferry services will be running to a special or reduced timetable. Normal services will resume on Wednesday 4 January 2017.
We wish all our Metlink customers a safe and happy Christmas.
Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.
Afternoon Hutt folks,
New World Lower Hutt is making a comeback after being closed by the 7.8 earthquake on November 14. The owners, Steve and Sarah Williams are hoping to have a pop-up store set up in the New World carpark by Saturday afternoon which will stay open until the proper store can … View moreAfternoon Hutt folks,
New World Lower Hutt is making a comeback after being closed by the 7.8 earthquake on November 14. The owners, Steve and Sarah Williams are hoping to have a pop-up store set up in the New World carpark by Saturday afternoon which will stay open until the proper store can re-opened. Will you go along?
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