Woburn, Lower Hutt

1486 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.

1486 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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1486 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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1486 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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1487 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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1496 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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1487 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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1489 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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1488 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

1488 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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1488 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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1489 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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1489 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.

1489 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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1489 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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