Waterloo, Lower Hutt

1561 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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1552 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

1552 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?

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1554 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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1553 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

1553 days ago

Do you need Regular Gardening Maintenance or Landscaping?

Joshua from

Is your garden messy, overgrown or just in need of general maintenance? Price Smart works with YOU to ensure your garden is left at a standard we’re both happy with.
For a reasonable estimate, Give us a call at 027 548 9818 Or Visit www.pricesmart.co.nz...

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1553 days ago

Better balance is easy!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. … View more
Maintaining your balance is key to enjoying life and avoiding falls. With the easy-to-use app called Nymbl, you can improve your balance and live falls free. You just need a smartphone or tablet.

With Nymbl you’ll use simple and safe body movements and easy brain challenges like trivia. It’s a technique called dual-tasking and it’s proven to be effective, it’s also fun. Just 10 minutes a day in the comfort of your own home and you can be Nymbl.

Register now to get Nymbl free. Nymbl is brought to you by Live Stronger For Longer and ACC, MOH and HQSC.
Register now

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1554 days ago

Cleaner position

Lauren from Normandale

If anyone out there is looking for work, I need someone to join my team.
It would be on an independent contractor basis.

I have a mix of residential, commercial offices and new builds that need to be cleaned before handing keys to the owner.

Hours would vary between 12-20 hours most weeks and … View more
If anyone out there is looking for work, I need someone to join my team.
It would be on an independent contractor basis.

I have a mix of residential, commercial offices and new builds that need to be cleaned before handing keys to the owner.

Hours would vary between 12-20 hours most weeks and you would need your own transport.
You need to be fit snd have a “can do” attitude.
Start date 11th January.
I would require to sight a clean police record.
Please private message me if you are interested and require more information.

1554 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.

There is no known community transmission in the Wellington and Hutt Valley regions.

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.

There is no known community transmission in the Wellington and Hutt Valley regions.

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

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1554 days ago

Low E double glazing - Good all year round

RetroFit Double Glazing - Wellington

We all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click hereView moreWe all know Low E double glazing is good for winter, it can help keep your homes warm and dry, but did you know it's also good in summer too. Depending on what option you choose it can also help reduce solar heat gain. To read up on the many benefits of Low E double glazing click here Otherwise talk our experts and they can help tailor a solution based on your home. Get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

1554 days ago

COVID-19

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

A big thank you to the people working in the community-based assessment centres across the Hutt Valley and Wellington regions.

Your work is essential to our response to COVID-19, and to help keep our communities safe.

If you, or a family member has COVID-like symptoms, please call Healthline on… View more
A big thank you to the people working in the community-based assessment centres across the Hutt Valley and Wellington regions.

Your work is essential to our response to COVID-19, and to help keep our communities safe.

If you, or a family member has COVID-like symptoms, please call Healthline on 0800 358 5453. You may be referred to a community based testing centre, or your GP for a test.

Testing is free and locations can be found here: www.huttvalleydhb.org.nz...

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1554 days ago

Baby on board: Whānau benefiting from marae-based maternity care

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

Leith Porter-Samuels empowers pregnant Māori women and their whānau with childbirth and early-parenting skills using a unique kaupapa Māori model.
She recently hosted birthEd’s free three-day Kaupapa Māori Antenatal and Kaiāwhina Education course at Te Kakano o Te Aroha Marae in Moera, Lower… View more
Leith Porter-Samuels empowers pregnant Māori women and their whānau with childbirth and early-parenting skills using a unique kaupapa Māori model.
She recently hosted birthEd’s free three-day Kaupapa Māori Antenatal and Kaiāwhina Education course at Te Kakano o Te Aroha Marae in Moera, Lower Hutt, and will hold another course in December.

The environment outside of a hospital is more natural - it feels safer to learn, said mum-to-be Ngarangi Williams.

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1554 days ago

The hidden benefits of insulation

The team from EnergySmart - Wellington

Most people know insulating your home will create a warmer and drier home, but what most people don’t know are the hidden benefits of insulating your home.

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1554 days ago

Poll: Should ambassador Brown have returned to Lower Hutt following his trip to the US?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

United States Ambassador Scott Brown recently self-isolated at his Lower Hutt residence instead of using New Zealand’s quarantine facilities after returning from a visit to the US.

The New Zealand government can't force diplomats into managed isolation, because of international immunity … View more
United States Ambassador Scott Brown recently self-isolated at his Lower Hutt residence instead of using New Zealand’s quarantine facilities after returning from a visit to the US.

The New Zealand government can't force diplomats into managed isolation, because of international immunity rules.

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Should ambassador Brown have returned to Lower Hutt following his trip to the US?
  • 25% Yes, he has an important job to do
    25% Complete
  • 75% No, no one should get special treatment
    75% Complete
24 votes
1554 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie … View more
In this week’s issue we’ve got a spring checklist for vegetables and flowers and, by special request, instructions for making newspaper plant pots for seedlings. Plus it’s time to tidy up hellebores, sow brassica seeds and start a new compost heap.

We have three tasty recipes from Jamie Oliver’s new book 7 Ways. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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