Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

1397 days ago

New Zumba Track

Andy from State of Motion - Zumba Fitness

We're super excited to show you a new track that we have added to our class playlist. It's called Distortion and we've made a short video for you to check it out. Come to our Saturday morning class, 9 am at Dyer Street School to get the full effect of this fun Electro Dancehall … View moreWe're super excited to show you a new track that we have added to our class playlist. It's called Distortion and we've made a short video for you to check it out. Come to our Saturday morning class, 9 am at Dyer Street School to get the full effect of this fun Electro Dancehall track.

Your first class with us is always free so what are you waiting for, Zumba on a Saturday morning is a great way to start the weekend. youtu.be....

1398 days ago

Rachel Walker & Rika Nagahata Solo Exhibition - NZ Birds & Nature

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

After their successful exhibition together last year, Petones' seaside gallery is excited to welcome back Rachel Walker & Rika Nagahata for another exciting, collaborative exhibition inspired by New Zealand birds and nature.

Rachel 'Walker has had two previous sell out exhibitions … View more
After their successful exhibition together last year, Petones' seaside gallery is excited to welcome back Rachel Walker & Rika Nagahata for another exciting, collaborative exhibition inspired by New Zealand birds and nature.

Rachel 'Walker has had two previous sell out exhibitions at Artsapce Gallery and as well as presenting new, original paintings for this exhibition, Rachel will also exhibit a new series of limited edition prints. Rachel's pen and ink artworks draw on her awe and love of New Zealand nature, her drippy, energetic style is both loose in form and precisely detailed, capturing the attitude and beauty of our birds, sea creatures, reptiles and wild animals. Rachel graduated at Massey University in Wellington and her career to date has included a number of successful solo gallery exhibitions, creating cover art for magazines, school journals, album covers and wine labels.

Rika was born in Japan and studied at the Osaka Art University where she majored and graduated in printmaking. She moved to New Zealand in 2008 and now mainly uses ink and watercolours to create originals. Many of her exquisitely beautiful artworks feature New Zealand birds with a special connection to her homeland, she has dressed them in kimono's, so beautifully painted that you can almost feel the silk with your eyes. Her patterns and fine lines reflect the intricate process of etching and this unique connection gives her works a special feel and presence that enables the viewer to be entranced and get lost in each of her artworks.

1398 days ago

new kitchen help

Rene from Petone

attention all people who have renovated their kitchens.
who did you use and were they good
we dont want an expensive kitchen but do need an upgrade
any suggestions welcome

1398 days ago

Wellington College incident resolved

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington College is reporting that the incident that closed the school this morning has been resolved.

"Police received credible information this morning about a threat to the school which is why we asked students to stay in classrooms. The situation we were managing has now been resolved … View more
Wellington College is reporting that the incident that closed the school this morning has been resolved.

"Police received credible information this morning about a threat to the school which is why we asked students to stay in classrooms. The situation we were managing has now been resolved with police support. All students, staff and persons on-site are safely accounted for. Everyone did extremely well and responded to instructions. I would like to personally thank you for your support and trust during this difficult time. Ngā mihi – Dominic Killalea, Principal."

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1398 days ago

Gardening job - Totara park

Sam from Avalon

Looking for someone to look after gardens at Totara park - address 1 Turon cresent Totara park

It’s around the shopping block

Maybe once a month or 2 monthly
Also have a house that needs the gardens done too in Totara park

I’m available to meet today please txt me on sam
021 2722422

1398 days ago

RiverLink coming to Riverbank Market

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

RiverLink is hosting a public open day on Saturday 28 November
It’s an opportunity for you to see how the plans are looking for improvements to river health, flood protection, amenities and transport connections in Lower Hutt.
The project team will be there to explain their plans.
You will … View more
RiverLink is hosting a public open day on Saturday 28 November
It’s an opportunity for you to see how the plans are looking for improvements to river health, flood protection, amenities and transport connections in Lower Hutt.
The project team will be there to explain their plans.
You will also be able to provide feedback online via RiverLink.co.nz

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1400 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hi Neighbourly folk, you will all know who is in the photo but where and when was this picture taken?

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1399 days ago

Christmas in the Hutt

Hutt City Council

Celebrate Christmas in the Hutt Valley with these festive events featuring tinsel, music and of course Santa Claus himself

Friday 27 November
Jackson Street Twilight Santa Parade 7pm, Petone

Saturday 28 November
Wainuiomata Christmas Parade 10am, along Main Road to The Strand
Christmas … View more
Celebrate Christmas in the Hutt Valley with these festive events featuring tinsel, music and of course Santa Claus himself

Friday 27 November
Jackson Street Twilight Santa Parade 7pm, Petone

Saturday 28 November
Wainuiomata Christmas Parade 10am, along Main Road to The Strand
Christmas in the Nui 11am-3pm, Queen St, Wainuiomata
Christmas Hui in Naenae 11am-2pm, Hilary Court

Saturday 5 Decembe
Christmas in Da Hood 10am-3pm, Pomare Reserve, Taita
Fitmas in the Parks 9.30am, Riddiford Garden, Lower Hutt Central
Stokes Valley Christmas Parade and Market Market from 10am, Speldhurst Park Parade starts 12pm along Stokes Valley Road

Sunday 6 December
Eastbourne Market 10am-3pm, Williams Park, Days Bay

Tuesday 8 December
Maungaraki Pop Up Carols 6pm, Maungaraki School

Saturday 12 December
Christmas in Naenae 5.30-8pm, Everest Ave

Saturday 19 December
Xmas on George Street 11am-3pm, Delaney Park, Stokes Valley
Learn more

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1399 days ago

Fundraiser

April from Normandale

Hey guys ...
We are fundraising again! My daughter has decided to go on youth camp in 2 weeks time, all funds raised are going towards the fees of going and anything else she needs.
We are doing a a lotto draw $10 a ticket winner wins $100 from the bonus ball drawn on the 5th of December
There is… View more
Hey guys ...
We are fundraising again! My daughter has decided to go on youth camp in 2 weeks time, all funds raised are going towards the fees of going and anything else she needs.
We are doing a a lotto draw $10 a ticket winner wins $100 from the bonus ball drawn on the 5th of December
There is 40 numbers
Thanks so much :)

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1399 days ago

Removing mould from curtains

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

Linings and bottom of curtains are a common place for black mould to grow. Don't be alarmed - it means that the curtains are doing their job! It can, however, be difficult to remove. Time and time again we've helped customers who nearly had to throw their curtains out as they think it is … View moreLinings and bottom of curtains are a common place for black mould to grow. Don't be alarmed - it means that the curtains are doing their job! It can, however, be difficult to remove. Time and time again we've helped customers who nearly had to throw their curtains out as they think it is un-fixable, or, attempted to remove it themselves and shrunk or wrinkled their gorgeous drapes. Remember - we can help with that! We've been in this business for over 20 years and are experts at removing mould. If your curtains look like these, call us!!

1399 days ago

Rhonda Hira making a return to competitive softball

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

One of New Zealand's greatest ever players is returning to the softball diamond at 55.
Rhonda Hira will lace up her cleats and play in this weekend's Fastball 45 tournament in Christchurch, as a pick-up player for the Kaiapoi Queens.
Hira, who is studying to become a personal trainer, … View more
One of New Zealand's greatest ever players is returning to the softball diamond at 55.
Rhonda Hira will lace up her cleats and play in this weekend's Fastball 45 tournament in Christchurch, as a pick-up player for the Kaiapoi Queens.
Hira, who is studying to become a personal trainer, said she was "actually quite motivated'' to help the younger Kaiapoi players and, after training with her teammates, is confident she won't let them, or herself, down.
Hira played for Hutt Valley and at five world championships. She is not the only veteran on a softball roster.
Current White Sox assistant-coach Melisa Tupuivao (nee Upu), another Sydney Olympian, will mark her 46th birthday as player-coach of the Hutt Valley Kotuku Raiders at the central qualifying tournament on December 4-6.

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1399 days ago

Good Sorts: Claire Turner and Gabrielle Ralph (Nourish)

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Every year at about this time, Claire Turner and Gabrielle Ralph start preparing to fill hundreds of families’ cupboards at a time when they need it most.
Working with local primary schools, the pair put together hundreds of $150 food hampers for families across Hutt Valley, Porirua and Tawa in … View more
Every year at about this time, Claire Turner and Gabrielle Ralph start preparing to fill hundreds of families’ cupboards at a time when they need it most.
Working with local primary schools, the pair put together hundreds of $150 food hampers for families across Hutt Valley, Porirua and Tawa in the lead-up to Christmas.
But this year, their efforts – through their charity, Nourish – are needed more than ever.
This year the charity has demand for 1000 hampers, at a cost of $135,000. It is double last year’s output, a reflection of the increased pressure families are under as a result of Covid-19, the pair explain.

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1399 days ago

Historic Lower Hutt mansion Anson House up for sale

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

One of Lower Hutt's most historic houses is for sale.
Anson House, built in 1899, is listed in the Hutt City Council's district plan as a building of regional significance, being one of the last original bay villas left in the city.
The 400 square metre home was built for W.G. Foster, the… View more
One of Lower Hutt's most historic houses is for sale.
Anson House, built in 1899, is listed in the Hutt City Council's district plan as a building of regional significance, being one of the last original bay villas left in the city.
The 400 square metre home was built for W.G. Foster, the second mayor of Lower Hutt, but is named after Dr George Edward Anson, chief New Zealand physician of the Australian Mutual Provident Society (now AMP) and later a chairman of directors for The Dominion newspaper.
He took ownership of the home in 1906.

1400 days ago

Old Lower Hutt do you remember?

Sandra from Normandale

Researching Lower Hutt back in the day when life was easier.
Aerial taken 1957 other the Ewen Bridge and Hutt River.

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1400 days ago

Old Lower Hutt or THE HUTT as it was.

Sandra from Normandale

Researching THE HUTT for historical purposes.
Keep finding old photos.
Just sharing as they come.
1910 Painting by Ina Lee granddaughter of famous artist John Gully.
Looking from their home above Melling Lower Hutt.

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