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That was a pretty big earthquake! We have gotten word from our operators and all trains, ferries and buses are continuing to run.
The first train service on each line is running at reduced speed as a precaution, but this will create further delays.
These delays will continue through peak, so … View moreThat was a pretty big earthquake! We have gotten word from our operators and all trains, ferries and buses are continuing to run.
The first train service on each line is running at reduced speed as a precaution, but this will create further delays.
These delays will continue through peak, so look out for updates and please check before you travel.
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View moreHi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.
We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.
So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand
Hi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New … View moreHi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New Zealand police are encouraging parents, caregivers, and children to celebrate Halloween, on Wednesday, safely. To read police advice, click here.
Also, for tips on how to make your home seem scary or how to celebrate Halloween without the sugar rush, click here.
Join us as we celebrate the Hutt City Kindergarten Association turning 90 years young! This year marks our 90th anniversary and we invite you to come along to our Vintage Fair on Saturday 3rd November.
There will be something for everyone with craft market and food stalls, bouncy castles, face … View moreJoin us as we celebrate the Hutt City Kindergarten Association turning 90 years young! This year marks our 90th anniversary and we invite you to come along to our Vintage Fair on Saturday 3rd November.
There will be something for everyone with craft market and food stalls, bouncy castles, face painting, fun activities for children and live entertainment. We promise a fun filled afternoon and a walk down memory lane.
The Vintage Fair is open 1pm - 4pm
Moera Kindergarten on Randwick Crescent
Lower Hutt
Visit our Facebook event page for more information.
Our charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.
We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our … View moreOur charity this year is Women’s Refuge – entry is by gold coin donation. Come along and enjoy a drink and canapés on Thursday 22nd November, 6pm to 8pm.
We will have demonstrations on herb growing, easy Christmas ideas, hanging baskets, expert scarf & accessory advice, you can try our cheese bakers and sample beautifully decorated cupcakes.
Joy, from Heavensent, will be giving tastings of their delicious products and there will be raffles supplied by generous donors. For an extra bit of fun, our Discount Dipper will be back for the evening.
Time to relax and browse our selection of gifts, houseplants, shrubs, seedlings and fruit trees. Staff will be on hand to offer advice and solve your gardening problems.
No need to register, just turn up on the evening. There will be 50 goodie bags for the first 50 customers through our doors!
We have a Toyota Corona SF 1.8 litre Liftback Automatic (which NEEDS WORK) for sale.
Asking price: $600 or near offer.
However, we will consider offers over $400.
*** UPDATE: Sold 31/10/2018 for $600 ***
Milage: 193,644km (approx), which is not high for a 25 year old car, but it came … View moreWe have a Toyota Corona SF 1.8 litre Liftback Automatic (which NEEDS WORK) for sale.
Asking price: $600 or near offer.
However, we will consider offers over $400.
*** UPDATE: Sold 31/10/2018 for $600 ***
Milage: 193,644km (approx), which is not high for a 25 year old car, but it came into NZ from Japan in 2000 at only 9,000km, and we’ve been the only NZ owners.
WOF expiry: 31/01/2019
Rego expiry: 26/12/2018
Rego: ZN7742
There is no money owing to anyone on this vehicle.
Although this car is generally driving well, there is some URGENT MAINTENANCE REQUIRED, i.e.:
• Slow oil leak which seems to be coming from front of engine (timing belt area).
• The original timing belt was replaced around 97,000km so not due until 197,000km, but the mechanic reports some oil contamination on the belt, so the above oil leak needs to be sorted URGENTLY and the belt (and probably associated parts like tensioner) changed using a timing belt kit, and the water pump may also need to be changed soon. If not repaired quickly enough, the timing belt could slip, damaging the motor beyond economic repair.
• My mechanic also thinks there may be a 2nd oil leak starting at the other end of the engine.
• Power steering fluid should be replaced soon according to Oil Changers. Level looks slightly low to me, too.
From talking to my mechanic, it sounds as if the parts for sorting the above issues might only be 2-3 hundred dollars, but including mechanic labour it could total $1,500 so repairs may only be economic if the buyer is a mechanic or has access to cheap mechanic labour.
General features include:
• Automatic transmission.
• Front wheel drive.
• Overdrive.
• Central locking.
• Electric windows & mirrors.
• Air conditioner.
• Leather steering wheel cover.
• Warning beep when driver’s door open with head/park lights on or key in ignition.
• Child locks on rear doors.
• All doors automatically lock when you get above about 20km/h.
• PWR and MANU buttons (for extra power and traction I think, but I don’t use them).
• Panasonic CQ-RX322W radio/CD/USB/aux-in with removable front panel, 2 front & 2 rear speakers.
• Takes the normal 91 octane petrol.
• Owner’s manual in your favourite language – Japanese! (The Google Translate app helps here.)
Recent and significant repair & maintenance history:
• Radiator replaced 1/6/2018 by Petone Radiators, who seem to have failed to top up the transmission oil (which I’m told is linked to the radiator somehow) as part of the job, so car ran with oil not far above bottom of dipstick until 20/6/2018 when I noticed it and had it topped up (1 litre) by Hutt Automatics (owner (Dean) said damage was unlikely, and I haven’t noticed any changes in noise or anything).
• Central muffler replaced 7/2/2018. (Rear muffler is still the original.)
• Transmission oil serviced 4/1/2018 (187,069km) by Hutt Automatics. Due after 30,000 or 40,000km.
• Engine oil changed 4/1/2018 (187,070km) by Oil Changes. Due at 197,570km or 4/1/2019.
• Wheel alignment done 17/7/18 at Tony’s Tire Service, Lower Hutt. (Just had this done to use a free voucher which was about to expire.)
• Brake pads, shoes & brake fluid replaced by myself and Taita Auto Repairs (my mechanics) in Feb/Apr 2017 around 179,000km. I suggest condition of the brake fluid be re-checked soon just in case.
• 3 separate oil leaks repaired in 2017 by Taita Auto Repairs. (Most years there were no leaks.)
• Spark plugs changed maybe a couple of years ago, so might be due soon – check condition first.
• I’ve been using Bi-Tron (polarising additive for petrol, engine oil, transmission oil & steering fluid) for over 10 years. My remaining stock is for sale by negotiation if you are interested.
• Ran into a thin tree (which broke) around 2007 and cost $5,500 for D.E. McMillan Panel Beaters to repair, who seem to have done an excellent job.
• More detailed history available if needed.
There are various minor things which have faults, including:
• Creaking noise when torque applied to motor when motor is cold. Been this way for at least 15 years and mechanic suggested engine blocks as the cause.
• Tachometer works only some of the time (but most people don’t need it anyway),
• The liftback doesn’t always unlatch sufficiently when pulling driver’s control so you need to use the key,
• Wiper fluid reservoir has a hole in the top,
• Not sure if hot/cold lever to the right of the centre air vents works,
• Front right park light has a crack (taped over),
• Surface rust on wipers (especially rear) and some bolts, etc. Rear of exhaust pipe (behind muffler) rusted right through in places but doesn’t seem to be causing a problem.
• Some minor damage to left rear door and behind it, barely noticeable unless you’re looking for it.
• Battery is probably 4-5 years old and looks as if it may need to be replaced shortly.
• That’s all that comes to mind, but I expect there are other minor things.
While we’ve had this car it’s never been very powerful, so don’t expect to go up Haywards or Ngauranga Gorge faster than about 70km/h. The PWR button may help to get better performance when required.
The above info is to the best of my knowledge, and could contain the odd error, but hopefully nothing significant.
Car is in Stokes Valley and can be checked and test driven there.
For more info please contact Terry in Stokes Valley on 563-5839, Mon-Sat 9am-9pm. If I’m out, please leave a message with your contact details.
Metlink has been informed by our operator Tranzurban that the Tramways Union will be ceasing their current industrial action from 2am tomorrow, Tuesday 30 October.
There will be some services that will be affected by the bus driver strike between now and then, school services are expected to run … View moreMetlink has been informed by our operator Tranzurban that the Tramways Union will be ceasing their current industrial action from 2am tomorrow, Tuesday 30 October.
There will be some services that will be affected by the bus driver strike between now and then, school services are expected to run normally. We regret the uncertainty this industrial action has created for our customers.
Please visit our website to learn more and plan your journey before you travel, for more information visit our website.
Have your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a… View moreHave your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a strong focus on building community and societal disaster resilience to protect New Zealand’s prosperity and well-being.
Your input will help us to make the strategy relevant, and better able to meet its objectives, for all New Zealanders. You can view the proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy and find out how to make a submission at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The consultation will close on Friday, 7 December 2018.
STOKES VALLEY, 8 August street, Saturday 3rd November 9am - 1pm.
Household goods, books, records and lots more, something for everyone.
Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Painter/decorator, interior and exterior. Looking for Summer work. 35 years experience. Chris Chamberlain 021797933
My daughter is starting Upper Hutt College next year. I'm looking for a second-hand set of the uniforms if anybody is selling out there. Her size is probably 14 (as teenage size not adult size). Her height is 153 cm.
Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and … View moreSome Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and sample our products, including our special edition Tip Top ice cream.
Book your free farm visit to secure your place and don't forget your gumboots! For more information visit Open Gates.
Post 3 of 6: Possible Pest Problems When Insulating Your Home
As we discussed in our May newsletter, borer can get very nasty if it isn't treated. Borer gets right into the framework of your home or building, therefore running the risk of collapse - especially if it's prominently in the … View morePost 3 of 6: Possible Pest Problems When Insulating Your Home
As we discussed in our May newsletter, borer can get very nasty if it isn't treated. Borer gets right into the framework of your home or building, therefore running the risk of collapse - especially if it's prominently in the roof and walls. If there's signs of rats and/or mice, such as droppings or "nibbles" out of things such as cables, or if you see signs of borer when you go to have a look at your insulation, it's time to act - and fast! If these pests are left in residence, you run the risk not only of building collapse, but also of fire from exposed wiring the pests have feasted upon.
The next 3 posts in this series have some helpful information on how to spot borer, rats and mice, and if you think you have a pest problem make sure you call us on 0800-99-PEST.
Hi New Zealand,
This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to … View moreHi New Zealand,
This week is Blind Week raising awareness and funds for the Blind Foundation to support those who are blind or have low vision.
94 year old Tom Beale is on a mission to thank the Blind Foundation after they helped him through a tough time. Let's help Tom give back to this wonderful organisation through Givealittle!
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