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Kia ora koutou, I’m Pat, a member of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council on the future of our coastal and freshwater quality, and how our water is used. Our waterways and all the fish and species that live in them are… View moreKia ora koutou, I’m Pat, a member of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council on the future of our coastal and freshwater quality, and how our water is used. Our waterways and all the fish and species that live in them are precious taonga, so we have set out to understand how they are valued and what should be done to provide the future we want for our water.
I have had the opportunity to work with some of you through my involvement with Forest & Bird Upper Hutt. I also chair the local group – Friends of the Hutt River. I am passionate about the health of our waterways that should be safe for people to enjoy and would like to see a thriving natural ecology in our waterways.
This job isn’t easy. We need to find solutions to fix our waste and stormwater networks. These are big changes, and needs to reflect our communities’ views informed by good evidence and information.
Connect with us to talk about what we can do together. You can reach us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz. To see what we have been doing visit our Facebook page, and to share what you value about our water and your solutions have your say by following the link below.
Summer holidays are over, so it’s back to business as usual in Wellington. To keep you informed with what’s happening across the city, here’s an update on the major roadwork projects happening around the city that might mean your bus of choice across all routes is taking longer to get to you.… View moreSummer holidays are over, so it’s back to business as usual in Wellington. To keep you informed with what’s happening across the city, here’s an update on the major roadwork projects happening around the city that might mean your bus of choice across all routes is taking longer to get to you.
Brandon Street earthquake strengthening: There are multiple buildings along both sides of Brandon Street, between Featherston Street and Customhouse Quay currently undergoing renovations/earthquake strengthening. The road has been closed to ensure public safety and is due to re-open sometime in April 2020.
Wallace Street Omaroro Reservoir Pipelines Project - 5 Jan 2020 to Mid-2020: The Wright Street diversion is now 6 weeks into the construction of a new reservoir beneath Wallace Street. Routes 3, 18e, 27, 718, 726 and 770 are continuing to be diverted via Wright Street which will continue until the project has been completed in mid-2020.
Willis Street Wastewater Project - 20 December to end of March 2020
With the Willis Street wastewater project underway we would like to remind you that Routes 7, 17, 17e, 25, 29 and 29e will continue to be diverted northbound towards Lambton Quay via Ghuznee Street to Taranaki Street to Manners Street until work on the permanent installation of new pipes under Willis Street is completed at the end of March 2020.
We would like to thank Wellington City Council for working with us as we keep you informed about these roadwork projects, and you our customers for your patience as our Metlink buses continue to work hard to get you where you need to be whilst these diversions are in place.
Be prepared for the next season and get your mulch into the ground to deliver nutrients and nourish your soil.
When a 77-year-old Vietnam vet was almost run over by a thief stealing his wagon earlier this week,…
A ban on the use of residential sprinklers and irrigation systems will take effect in Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua from tomorrow, Friday 14 February.
The KidzConference is back!
Open to 8-13 year old students.
Wednesday 25th March, 2020 @ the Copthorne.
This is a stunning opportunity, with families and schools now returning year after year. It's a day connecting with community presenters, in influence, inspire and impact mode - ending … View moreThe KidzConference is back!
Open to 8-13 year old students.
Wednesday 25th March, 2020 @ the Copthorne.
This is a stunning opportunity, with families and schools now returning year after year. It's a day connecting with community presenters, in influence, inspire and impact mode - ending with a Youth Enterprise Micro-Market, at the Copthorne. Check it out: www.kidzconferences.co.nz.... Book now, for preferential insights to confirmed workshops when they open to select on March 1st.
Hi neighbours,
The nationwide fire risk has skyrocketed after a long dry spell, even in parts of the country not used to extreme fire danger.
To read more, click here.
Good Bitches Baking is a charity that delivers home made baking to people in need. We support organisations in Wairarapa like Hospice, Womens Refuge and Food Banks.
We desperately need some volunteer drivers to help us deliver our baking in Masterton on Monday mornings.
If you can help … View moreGood Bitches Baking is a charity that delivers home made baking to people in need. We support organisations in Wairarapa like Hospice, Womens Refuge and Food Banks.
We desperately need some volunteer drivers to help us deliver our baking in Masterton on Monday mornings.
If you can help please email wairarapa@gbb.org.nz. You can find out more about us at www.gbb.org.nz...
Masterton District Council has backed a proposal to close a 100-year-old water race network, leavin…
Water is available for residents impacted by this outage to collect outside 53 Severn Street.
The number of properties in Severn Street affected by the water outage has been reduced from 250 properties to 70 (between 15-77 Severn Street).
However, those left without water to their homes will have another significant wait until service can be restored – the estimated time of repair is at … View moreThe number of properties in Severn Street affected by the water outage has been reduced from 250 properties to 70 (between 15-77 Severn Street).
However, those left without water to their homes will have another significant wait until service can be restored – the estimated time of repair is at least 8 hours.
Two nights in a row without water is unacceptable and very disruptive. We’re sorry for the inconvenience that this has caused and understand that it’s just not on.
Replacing the aged water pipe is currently scheduled to begin in March 2020; we’re looking into what can be done to speed the process up.
The loss of long standing orthopaedic surgeons in Wairarapa will increase the pressure on surgical…
Hi Neighbours!
The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!
In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.
There is a story on money … View moreHi Neighbours!
The first edition of the SuperSeniors newsletter for the year is out now and it is packed full of useful information!
In this issue we share a bit more about us, the Office for Seniors, what we do and how we help older people across New Zealand.
There is a story on money mules, what they are and what to do if you unintentionally become one.
We also have handy tips on staying fit and healthy with stories on Senior Chef cooking classes and chair yoga.
Make sure to read and share it!
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