Waiwhetu, Lower Hutt

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1536 days ago

Key tips for a warmer, drier home – 6/9 – Steam

Robert Anderson from

Open windows (ventilate) in the kitchen when you cook, and in the bathroom when you shower or take a bath, to let steam out.

When showering make sure to turn on the extractor fan and crack the window to let the steam out.
Use your kitchens extractor fan when cooking as it helps stop steamy … View more
Open windows (ventilate) in the kitchen when you cook, and in the bathroom when you shower or take a bath, to let steam out.

When showering make sure to turn on the extractor fan and crack the window to let the steam out.
Use your kitchens extractor fan when cooking as it helps stop steamy areas from getting damp and mouldy.

Created by New Zealand's Ministry of Health.

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1536 days ago

Help please - Has anyone found my lost wedding ring

Nicola from Wainuiomata

I lost my wedding band when I got out of the car on Friday on Whites Line East opposite the Woburn Supervalue. It is gold in colour and has 3 red and 2 white stones set in a line. I can't access my photos at the moment, but the attached picture is very similar to the ring I have lost. If … View moreI lost my wedding band when I got out of the car on Friday on Whites Line East opposite the Woburn Supervalue. It is gold in colour and has 3 red and 2 white stones set in a line. I can't access my photos at the moment, but the attached picture is very similar to the ring I have lost. If anyone has found it please contact me on 022 404 1662. $200 Reward.

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1536 days ago

Testing numbers

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

Here is the latest information about the number of people tested for COVID-19 in our region. We will publish these figures every weekday to give you a clearer picture of what is happening in our area. This update includes the total number of tests taken on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

These … View more
Here is the latest information about the number of people tested for COVID-19 in our region. We will publish these figures every weekday to give you a clearer picture of what is happening in our area. This update includes the total number of tests taken on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

These figures will also be published on our website and updated each weekday. View figures here: www.huttvalleydhb.org.nz...

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1541 days ago

Tawa - where the llama and alpacas roam

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Hob the llama and his alpaca cobbers are regular visitors to the Tawa shops with their owner, Stephen.

What's the strangest thing you've seen walking towards you down the local high street?

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1536 days ago

Meet our 2020 Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Congratulations to King George Diones , who wins $500 worth of Yates products and $300 worth of Kings Plant Barn vouchers. This surgical nurse in Auckland propagates and sells houseplants. He is currently giving all profits to colleagues in the Philippines to buy PPE.

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1537 days ago

A cowards way of communication

Veronica from Wainuiomata

Wanted to make everyone aware that this sort of arrogant, ignorant poor excuse of an individual is in our community. I am all for having a say about any issues that affect NZ, but say it to my face not my car windscreen like the creep that you are.
My car was parked for less than an hour in Naenae… View more
Wanted to make everyone aware that this sort of arrogant, ignorant poor excuse of an individual is in our community. I am all for having a say about any issues that affect NZ, but say it to my face not my car windscreen like the creep that you are.
My car was parked for less than an hour in Naenae shopping centre.
Just wanted to bring community awareness of these opinions in our community. I have formally dealt with the incident. My concern is for the vulnerable people in our community.

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1536 days ago

Tātou Rohe – Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Check out the latest edition of Greater Wellington’s community newsletter, Tātou Rohe – Our Region at the link below.

If you’d like to receive bi-weekly updates on what’s happening across the region directly to your inbox, subscribe online: www.gw.govt.nz...

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1536 days ago

Having certainty inspires confidence

Bob Scott Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you're set. Our Peace of Mind Guarantees are designed to protect you, so whatever the future holds, we've got your back.

Having certainty inspires confidence. It's just one of the ways we're pioneering a new way of living for a new retirement generation.

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1536 days ago

Anyone can be Nymbl

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get… View more
Now you can get better balance, in the comfort and safety of your own home, with Nymbl - the easy-to-use smartphone app.

Nymbl gives you simple body movements, combined with brain challenges like trivia, to really improve your balance.

It’s fun and only takes only 10 minutes a day.

Get Nymbl now, for free. Just go to nymblscience.com...
Register now

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1537 days ago

Fit for a Fiver - A week of Zumba Classes for only $5

Andy from State of Motion - Zumba Fitness

We are running a crazy special for all of September. For just $5 you can attend a whole week of our classes! That's Monday nights at Dyer Street School Hall, Tuesday night at Avalon Public Hall and then back at Dyer Street School Hall on a Saturday morning. Full details are available on our … View moreWe are running a crazy special for all of September. For just $5 you can attend a whole week of our classes! That's Monday nights at Dyer Street School Hall, Tuesday night at Avalon Public Hall and then back at Dyer Street School Hall on a Saturday morning. Full details are available on our website where you can also purchase your $5 pass. If you have any questions please message us and we'll be happy to answer them.

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1546 days ago

Way Back Wednesday - Friday edition

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Because it's shaping up to be a nice(ish) day, we thought we'd share another of Graham Stewart's excellent photos to ease us into the weekend.

Same question as last time - were are we?
This spot in the capital city has changed a wee bit since the photo was taken.

Feel free to share… View more
Because it's shaping up to be a nice(ish) day, we thought we'd share another of Graham Stewart's excellent photos to ease us into the weekend.

Same question as last time - were are we?
This spot in the capital city has changed a wee bit since the photo was taken.

Feel free to share your memories.

Today's photograph comes courtesy of Graham Stewart and the Woolf Collection.

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1537 days ago

pandemic

Gerard from Wainuiomata

Pandemic

Gerard Hoog from Wainuiomata

Imagine

You are born in the year 1900
When you turn 14, World War I starts and ends when you are 18… View more
Pandemic

Gerard Hoog from Wainuiomata

Imagine

You are born in the year 1900
When you turn 14, World War I starts and ends when you are 18
With a balance of 22 million dead.
Shortly afterwards, a global pandemic, The Spanish Flu, kills 50 million people.
Luckily you are still alive and 20 years old.
If you are 29 years old, you will survive the global economic crisis that started with the collapse of the New York stock exchange.
That caused inflation, unemployment and famine worldwide.
Meanwhile, at 33, the Nazis come to power, albeit in Germany.
When you are 39, Germany invades Poland and World War II begins.
You will eventually be 45 years old when World War II ends
Balance: 60 million dead.
6 million Jews die in the Holocaust.
Fortunately you are still alive .....
When you are 52 years old, the Korean War begins.
When you are 64 years old, the Americans start the Vietnam War.
You will be 75 years old when this war ends.
Luckily you are still alive .
Now.....
A boy born in 1980 thinks his grandparents have no idea how difficult life is, but they survived several wars and disasters, not to mention the restrictions during the first oil crisis in the early 1970s
Today we find all comfort in a new world, but unfortunately in the middle of a new pandemic.
People complain that they have to stay home for weeks.
While they have electricity, cell phones, food, hot water and a secure roof over their heads.
None of that existed then in these times.
But .... humanity has survived those circumstances and they have never lost their joy of life
Today we complain because we may soon have to wear face masks to enter supermarkets.
A small change in our thinking and mindset can work wonders.
We are going to thank you and me who are still alive and we are going to do whatever it takes to protect and help each other.

Originally posted in Dutch

1537 days ago

It's the final countdown

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Neighbours! This. Is. Not. A. Drill! Wellington, you’ve got less than 24 hours to get your Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year nominations in.

Who will it be?

nzawards.org.nz...

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1539 days ago

Cleaning jobs wanted

Michelle from Naenae

Hi, I’m looking for cleaning jobs in the Hutt Valley. Regular or one-offs (end of tenancies etc). Reasonable rates and discount for pensioners. References available. Call 0226929319

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1538 days ago

2 x Reusable Face Masks with Head Strap

Sue from Avalon

2 Brand New Masks for $12
* 3 Layers of new quality fabric & fused interfacing
* These masks have soft elastic that goes around the head. Some people have difficulty with elastic around their ears, so this solves that problem
* Bendable nose piece to allow closer fitting.
* Washable - better … View more
2 Brand New Masks for $12
* 3 Layers of new quality fabric & fused interfacing
* These masks have soft elastic that goes around the head. Some people have difficulty with elastic around their ears, so this solves that problem
* Bendable nose piece to allow closer fitting.
* Washable - better by hand as these are cotton. To sanitise hand wash with warm soapy water, rinse.
Colours and fabric pattern as per 2nd photo

Price: $12

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