Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

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598 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

For the second week running we feature Rosa Marie and some stunning shots of a kōtare.
"Happiness is spotting a kōtare on a fence post!
A lovely couple of hours spent at one of my favourite places in Silverstream."

595 days ago

Easter awareness

Leah from Naenae

Please be on the lookout for pet rabbits roaming around, not all would be dumped some might just not have been secured properly and dug out of the hutch but well... it's that time of year again...

Rabbits are an easily 12yr+ commitment which when they're an impulse easter purchase can … View more
Please be on the lookout for pet rabbits roaming around, not all would be dumped some might just not have been secured properly and dug out of the hutch but well... it's that time of year again...

Rabbits are an easily 12yr+ commitment which when they're an impulse easter purchase can be far too long for some and misconception leads to others thinking they can survive in the wild when the domestic breeds have no knowledge of how to dig a proper shelter nor can they adapt to changes in weather, with us having falcons around, cat saliva is toxic to them, not to mention wandering dogs and cars, it's a bleak environment for a rabbit who is bred to be in a human home not out in the wild, even the suburban wild

Even if you don't find any wandering around it'd make a difference if you're able to donate to the Wellington Rabbit Rescue, I know money can be tight for many so the most powerful thing you can do is learn and spread awareness

595 days ago

Gift a subscription and Receive Oriental Lily Bulbs Free!

NZ Gardener

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Spoil the Mum in your life with a subscription to NZ’s favourite gardening magazine.

For only $79 get 12 issues of NZ Gardener PLUS 5 Oriental Lily Bulbs worth $17 RRP from NZ Bulbs. Since 1957, NZ Bulbs has been supplying top quality bulbs to New Zealand gardeners. This family-owned business has shipped hundreds of spring and summer flowering bulbs and tubers all over New Zealand from their base near Feilding.

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596 days ago

Happy Easter

The Team from Red Cross Shop Petone

We are closed today Sunday but open tomorrow at 10am. Hope to see you in the shop its full of warm clothing that you need right now!

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596 days ago

Koraunui Ukulele performing Our Plan

DJ from Naenae

We wrote Our Plan last Saturday and it is our first original song for 2023.
www.youtube.com...
We're [D] gonna to save the world
But [A7] first we're gonna need a [D] plan
[Men] (We need a pla-an, we need a pla-an)
We [D] want to make it better
Be[A7]fore it gets out of [D] hand
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We wrote Our Plan last Saturday and it is our first original song for 2023.
www.youtube.com...
We're [D] gonna to save the world
But [A7] first we're gonna need a [D] plan
[Men] (We need a pla-an, we need a pla-an)
We [D] want to make it better
Be[A7]fore it gets out of [D] hand
[Women] (So out of ha-and, way out of ha-and)
[G] Climate change or stopping wars which one do we choose?
[D] Maybe we can throw a dice [A7] catch us on the news
We're [D] gonna to save the world
But [A7] first we're gonna need a [D] plan. [A7]

[Em] Climate change, what the
[A7] Hail you say, happened to the [D] weather?
[Women] (The weather, what happened to the weather?)
[Em] Who’s to blame?
[A7] Forestry, people or [D] chickens
[Men] (Who you calling chickens?)
We [G] burnt the trees and [A7] started global warming
[D] Call a hui, back to [Bm] basic
Just [G] keep on taking
[A7] One little step at a [D] time. [A7]

[Chorus]

[Em] Stopping war
[A7] Why do we kill one a[D]nother?
[Women] (Why do we kill? Kill one another?)
With [Em] me, in charge
We’d [A7] stop man’s hunger for [D] power
[Men] (Hunger, hunger for power)
[G] Kill the inciter or [A7] spread the love
Or [D] put all our faith in the [Bm] lord above
Be [G] happy and contented and
[A7] Always, be there on [D] time. [A7]

[D] You write the verses and [G] I’ll write the chorus
([D] You write the verses and [G] I’ll write the chorus)
[E] Nah, you write the verses (nah [A] I’ll write the chorus)
([E] You write the verses and [A] We’ll write the chorus)
[F] I’ll write the verses and [Bb] You write the chorus
([F] You write the verses and [Bb] we’ll write the chorus).

We're [F] gonna to save the world
But [C] first we're gonna need a [F] plan
(We need a pla-an, we need a pla-an)
We want to make it better
Be[C]fore it gets out of [F] hand
(So out of ha-and, way out of ha-and)
[Bb] Climate change or stopping wars which one do we choose?
[F] Maybe we can throw a dice [C] catch us on the news
We're [F] gonna to save the world
But [C] first we're gonna need a [F] plan
(We need a pla-an, we need a pla-an)
We're gonna to save the world
But [C] first we're gonna need a [F] plan. [Bb][F][C][F][****]

597 days ago

Extra School Holiday Art Classes at Petone's Seaside Art & Gift Gallery

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

This view of Matiu / Somes Island from Lowry Bay is one of five subjects to choose from for the April School Holidays and May. This could be the most rewarding activity youth could do these holidays, at the end of a two class, they will leave with their masterpiece and a beaming smile. If parents,… View moreThis view of Matiu / Somes Island from Lowry Bay is one of five subjects to choose from for the April School Holidays and May. This could be the most rewarding activity youth could do these holidays, at the end of a two class, they will leave with their masterpiece and a beaming smile. If parents, uncles/aunts or grandparents are also keen to join, there are also a couple of family painting classes to choose from.
bookwhen.com/artspace to find out more.

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597 days ago

Dresses

Jo from Naenae

I got three dresses for sale brand new near been worn. I got them not realizing they wont fit round the bust area otherwise ill keep them $10 each or $30 for the lot. Pick up Naenae or deliver at buyers expense

Price: $3,010

597 days ago

Peppa pig curtains

Jo from Naenae

Hi there
My daughter has some peppa pig curtains for sale as she got frozen ones now. Pick up Naenae or deliver at buyers expense
$40

Price: $40

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597 days ago

Taita RSA Anzca Day

John from Wainuiomata

Taita RSA welcomes the members of the public to Anzac Day on Tuesday 25th April @ the Naenae Bowling Club.

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598 days ago

In-Home Piano Teacher needed

Monica from Waterloo

Hi

I have 11 and 13 year olds who would like to continue with their piano lessons at our home in Waterloo (former teacher returned to Auckland) at home after school some time once a week for 45 minutes each. They are a bit more advanced than beginners.

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599 days ago

April School Holiday Art Classes at Artspace Gallery

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

A selection of five local scenes to choose from for the next school holiday art classes at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Foreshore. $25 includes all materials provided and at the end of the two hour lesson your youth walk out with their completed masterpiece to be proud of. This could be the most … View moreA selection of five local scenes to choose from for the next school holiday art classes at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Foreshore. $25 includes all materials provided and at the end of the two hour lesson your youth walk out with their completed masterpiece to be proud of. This could be the most rewarding activity they could do these holidays and gives mums and dads a chance to have a coffee break.

To find out more or to book -
bookwhen.com...

599 days ago

Hutt City Musical Theatre presents Little Mermaid Jr.

Hugo from Epuni

The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. A wonderful show and it's all go for the school holidays. Congratulations to a wonderful young caste, who have got this magical show all polished for you. Half the seats are sold so book now. … View moreThe Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. A wonderful show and it's all go for the school holidays. Congratulations to a wonderful young caste, who have got this magical show all polished for you. Half the seats are sold so book now. Booking www.trybooking.com... 11th-21st April holiday attraction 7:00PM-8:30PM $18.00 - $22.00. Matinees 15th-16th. But just about sold out.

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599 days ago

Point Howard slip points to bigger problem.

Reporter Community News

Have you reported a leak and what has been your experience.
A report relapsed this week on the recent Pt Howard slip found
duplicate reports of leaks to council might have impeded the timely prioritisation of a fixing a leaking water pipe.
The large landslip took a chunk out of Howard Rd in … View more
Have you reported a leak and what has been your experience.
A report relapsed this week on the recent Pt Howard slip found
duplicate reports of leaks to council might have impeded the timely prioritisation of a fixing a leaking water pipe.
The large landslip took a chunk out of Howard Rd in mid-March, leaving 165 homes without power and drinking water. Residents of the Lower Hutt suburb described the situation as “100% preventable” having raised the alarm about the leaking water main several times.
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602 days ago

Do you know any 'Boomerang Babies'?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our … View moreIn previous generations, children left home at 18 years old and became independent. Now with student debt and the increasing cost of renting and buying a house, we are seeing the rise of the 'Boomerang babies' who stay or move back home for well into their 20's. Is this good for our communities and have you noticed it in yours?

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599 days ago

Stokes Valley home demolished

Reporter Community News

Former Olympic rower Viv Haar could only stand and watch as his “forever home” of 35 years was demolished.
The house owned by Viv and Janet haar was this week demolished after suffering damage in a slip in July 2022.

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