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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.
From the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.
To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers … View moreFrom the where oceans collide at Cape Reinga, to the oyster-ridden seaboards of Bluff - it's time for you to spin the map of Aotearoa and see where your finger lands.
To take some of the stress out of your long weekend roadtrip plans, we're giving 10 lucky winners petrol vouchers from Mobil or Z - it's your choice!
If your name's below, get in touch with us, and if you know any of your neighbours listed, be sure to congratulate them and let them know!
Betty Campbell from Northland
Aimee Crothall from Paekakariki
David Watt from Hamilton
Sarah Sharp from Auckland
Helen Fang from Auckland
Rafael Moreno from New Plymouth
Saqib Ahmad from Auckland
Maria Dela Cruz from Wellington
Suannie Burt from Carterton District
Nick Regos from Christchurch
Keep your eyes peeled for our next random draw. Until next time!
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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.
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 moreHandmade 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!!!
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 moreHi 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
Hi,does anyone have a double or king bed that they no longer use or need please...please..
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 moreLouise 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."
With 1 in 3 people who die in the Hutt Valley supported by Te Omanga Hospice, the need for our service is great. Each year more than 500 people living with a terminal or life limiting illness receive our compassionate care and support.
Help keep our services free to patients, their families and… View moreWith 1 in 3 people who die in the Hutt Valley supported by Te Omanga Hospice, the need for our service is great. Each year more than 500 people living with a terminal or life limiting illness receive our compassionate care and support.
Help keep our services free to patients, their families and whānau, by giving generously when you see an official volunteer collecting in the Hutt Valley or you can donate online today.
Last year we were unable to hold our street collection due to Covid-19, but this year we can make a difference, together.
Thank you for your support.
Morning all, I am hoping someone has picked up our car keys. They were lost between Victoria Street (Vogel Motors) and Hathaway Ave, travelling over the Ewen Bridge and along the river bank past the back of Countdown and Harvey Norman, then down High Street about 6pm last night. They were in a … View moreMorning all, I am hoping someone has picked up our car keys. They were lost between Victoria Street (Vogel Motors) and Hathaway Ave, travelling over the Ewen Bridge and along the river bank past the back of Countdown and Harvey Norman, then down High Street about 6pm last night. They were in a snaplock bag and have a Wakefield & Scott Key ring on them.
What are your priorities for transport? The council is surveying residents on the future of transport in Lower Hutt and wants to know what you are thinking.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
Delivery of the new rubbish and recycling bins has started!. The new bins will be delivered in waves, based on the day of the week your recycling is currently collected. So if you normally put your recycling crate out to be collected on Monday, your new bins could be delivered anytime from early … View moreDelivery of the new rubbish and recycling bins has started!. The new bins will be delivered in waves, based on the day of the week your recycling is currently collected. So if you normally put your recycling crate out to be collected on Monday, your new bins could be delivered anytime from early May.
Monday: Delivering
Tuesday: Delivering
Wednesday: Delivery starts this week
Thursday: Late May
Friday: Early June
When you receive your new bins, remember not to put them out until the new service kicks off from 1 July. Your glass recycling crate may be delivered inside one of the 240L bins.
Hutt City Council invites the community to take part in a survey that will inform the future of transport in Lower Hutt, and guide decision making in the years ahead.
The survey is part of the council’s work to develop an integrated transport strategy, which will set out a vision and roadmap … View moreHutt City Council invites the community to take part in a survey that will inform the future of transport in Lower Hutt, and guide decision making in the years ahead.
The survey is part of the council’s work to develop an integrated transport strategy, which will set out a vision and roadmap for the future of Lower Hutt’s transport network. The survey asks people to provide information on their experience while travelling around Lower Hutt - prompts them to give feedback on what’s working well and what could be done better.
The transport survey will be open to the community from Monday 17 May to Friday 4 June 2021.
To complete the survey visit: hutt.city/talktransport.
Meet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.
"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts … View moreMeet Gabe, who is deaf but sounds like a lot of fun.
"I was transferred from Porirua Animal Control. I am a special dude who has had an unusual start to my rehoming journey. I am completely deaf but that doesn't stop me having a great time! I am a loveable boy who has stolen the hearts of everyone at the centre. I am looking for an experienced owner, who has a suitable property for me to thrive in. I'm always up for a walk or a game to play, and I love to find things to do and keep active. I am looking for a home with teenagers or adults, and a home without cats or small animals. I am happy to play with other active dogs, and love to be social with both people and dogs. If you are interested in me and my goofy personality - chat to the canine team."
Both the Hurricanes and the Phoenix are playing at home this weekend.
Will you be going and who do you support?
Would you support lowering the speed limit near Belmont?
Simon Edwards dreads hearing the sound of accidents on State Highway Two.
The Hutt City councillor lives a few hundred metres from the Grounsell Cres intersection where a pedestrian was killed on Tuesday evening.
Preparing to go to bed,… View moreWould you support lowering the speed limit near Belmont?
Simon Edwards dreads hearing the sound of accidents on State Highway Two.
The Hutt City councillor lives a few hundred metres from the Grounsell Cres intersection where a pedestrian was killed on Tuesday evening.
Preparing to go to bed, he heard a “loud thud” and assumed it was two cars colliding.
Instead, it was a car hitting a pedestrian crossing the intersection, which is controlled by lights.
The council is reviewing transport in the city. Edwards had asked council engineers for advice on how the intersection could be improved and if speed cameras could be installed at the lights.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is planning to consult locals on reducing the speed.
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