Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

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12 days ago

Hutt City Council Community Boards

Sandra from Normandale

Yesterday I spoke to my submission about HCC Community Boards.
Are YOU aware the council pay $357,000 per year to support the 20 odd people on these boards in Wainuiomata, Eastbourne and Petone?
Other parts of LH community boards were removed a couple of years back.
IMAGINE how many water leaks… View more
Yesterday I spoke to my submission about HCC Community Boards.
Are YOU aware the council pay $357,000 per year to support the 20 odd people on these boards in Wainuiomata, Eastbourne and Petone?
Other parts of LH community boards were removed a couple of years back.
IMAGINE how many water leaks could be fixed for this money.

11 days ago

Staying Safe Refresher Course for Older Drivers

Steph Deegan from Age Concern Wellington Region

It's your turn Wainui and Lower Hutt!

Would you or someone you know like a refresher about safety on our roads.

Come along to Age Concerns Staying Safe Classroom based course at the Wainui Hub on Thursday 19th September. All the information is provided and it includes free lunch and … View more
It's your turn Wainui and Lower Hutt!

Would you or someone you know like a refresher about safety on our roads.

Come along to Age Concerns Staying Safe Classroom based course at the Wainui Hub on Thursday 19th September. All the information is provided and it includes free lunch and morning tea plus great company.
Register at www.acwellington.org.nz... or call us on 04 4996646

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11 days ago

What's On: September 4 at 12.15

Helen from Woburn

Piano duo Kristine Zuelicke and Amanda Bunting playing duets and solos by Schubert, Schumann, Debussy and Poulenc.
September 4 at 12.15
  • St Mark's Uniting Church
11 days ago

Volunteer Wellington Training

The Team from Volunteer Wellington

Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, … View more
Volunteer Wellington’s Upcoming Training Sessions:

1) How to Attract, Engage and Empower Youth Volunteers

This half day workshop will help you understand youth motivations, create youth-friendly roles and attract and engage with them.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: Wednesday11th September
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $30 for Members. $60 for Non-Members

2) Cybersecurity Made Simple

Cybercrime has affected New Zealand organisations from government agencies like the Reserve Bank, to big corporations like NZX, to small businesses and individuals. And charities and not-for-profits aren't immune.

Where: Zoom
When: Wednesday 25th of September
Time: 10.00am - 11.00am
Fees: FREE

3) Having Difficult Conversations

Not sure how to start or conduct a difficult conversation? In this workshop you will learn practical skills, enhance your communication, and improve your relationships.

Where: The Garden Room, 170 Victoria Street, Wellington
When: 14th of October
Time: 9.00am - 12.30pm
Fees: $65 Members, $85 Non-Members

For more information, please visit our website at:
volunteerwellington.nz...

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11 days ago

Redefining retirement

Bob Scott Retirement Village

The meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, … View moreThe meaning of retirement is changing. It’s no longer just about saying goodbye to work - it’s now an opportunity to try something new or keep doing what you love. Rather than hanging up their hats, many of today’s retirees are redefining this phase by staying active through part-time jobs, volunteering, or even launching new careers.

Living in a retirement village doesn’t necessarily mean you’re done with work either; rather, it offers the opportunity to explore different activities, pursue long-held passions, and discover new interests. In fact, many people find the lifestyle gives them more freedom to stay engaged and active through work they enjoy.

Click read more for the full story.

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11 days ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate the arrival of SPRING by enjoying an outing with your family at this friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items/GIFTS
WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall
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11 days ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate the arrival of SPRING by enjoying an outing with your family at this friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items/GIFTS
WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR SPRING MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall
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12 days ago

What's On: Whakarongo! Celebrating Aotearoa Composers

Greg from Tawa

From choral art music to contemporary waiata, "Whakarongo!" will explore the beautiful diversity of Aotearoa artists in themes of faith, our whenua, our people, and te ao Māori.
Whakarongo! Celebrating Aotearoa Composers
  • Alan Gibbs Centre, Wellington College
12 days ago

Sodastream refill

Monica from Waterloo

Free sodastream refill almost full

Free

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20 days ago

Poll: Do you believe in ghosts?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences … View more
Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!

Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.

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Do you believe in ghosts?
  • 54.9% Yes
    54.9% Complete
  • 43.1% No
    43.1% Complete
  • 2.1% Other - I'll share below
    2.1% Complete
2438 votes
12 days ago

Light the way

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Give your decor a twist with some two-toned clay candleholders in an array of Resene testpot paint colours.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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14 days ago

Hutt Heritage.

Sandra from Normandale

Interesting reading.
Aglionby was the name of early Lower Hutt, [today only Aglionby St bottom of Normandale Hill Lower Hutt exists.]
Aglionby never came to NZ with Early settlers...but had tattoo heads from Sydney Australia sent to him. Read the book.

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12 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation Lottery

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in picturesque Cooks Beach, worth over $1.2 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in picturesque Cooks Beach, worth over $1.2 million dollars.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.

Make this coastal property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!

Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
Find out more

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13 days ago

Gardening and section clean ups

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

Gardening and section clearing - spring is a week away and its wet wet wet!
The last thing on your mind is the garden, nevertheless it will need to be addressed, why not let us take the hassle from you!
Call today or text to arrange a free quote
Ian on 0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

13 days ago

Road slips, road closures and heavy rainfall

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The lower North Island is being battered by heavy rain, with authorities telling people in Wellington to limit travel.

What you need to know:
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- Police said on social media … View more
The lower North Island is being battered by heavy rain, with authorities telling people in Wellington to limit travel.

What you need to know:
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- Police said on social media flooding and slips had been reported on SH2, particularly between Petone and Silverstream. They are warning people to take care driving
- A train was hit by rockfall on the Kāpiti line and reversed away from it so commuters could get off at the Paekākāriki station.
- Hutt Valley High School closed due to burst water main
- Wellington Region Emergency Management Office is urging residents in the Greater Wellington region to work from home today if they can, due to heavy rain in the region.
Chair Anita Baker told RNZ she was expecting heavy rain in another hour. She said teams were meeting about whether to kick in emergency responses.
- Flooding and slips have been reported on a number of roads, including parts of State Highway 2, particularly between Petone and Silverstream. Police ask motorists to take care by reducing speed, using headlights and watching your visibility.
- Lower Hutt battered by heaviest rainfall in the region overnight
- Cars being removed from Hutt City carpark due to flooding.
- The Riverbank carpark in Lower Hutt is closed due to flooding, with contractors removing the cars currently parked there.
- At 7.48am SH2 is wet at Melling in Lower Hutt and traffic is backed up

Weather warnings:
- An orange heavy rain warning is in place for Tararua Range, Kāpiti Coast and north Wellington.
- heavy rain watch was also in place from 8am to 6pm for Horowhenua.
- Some roads have flooded around the region, with NZTA Waka Kotahi saying SH2 near Petone had one northbound lane closed.
- An orange heavy rain warning is in place for Tararua Range, Kāpiti Coast and north Wellington.
- A heavy rain watch was also in place from 8am to 6pm for Horowhenua.

Keep up to date with latest updates on the Stuff website.

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