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After a stunning performance of the Brahms Requiem in Mana on Friday, we want to remind everyone that Porirua's own auditioned choir, Voices in the Wind, will do a repeat performance on Sunday 22 September, this time at St. Andrew's on the Terrace in Wellington. Concert starts at 7:00 pm … View moreAfter a stunning performance of the Brahms Requiem in Mana on Friday, we want to remind everyone that Porirua's own auditioned choir, Voices in the Wind, will do a repeat performance on Sunday 22 September, this time at St. Andrew's on the Terrace in Wellington. Concert starts at 7:00 pm and will be completed by 8:15. Come and support YOUR local choir on our first solo Wellington city concert.
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This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View moreThis boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.
Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.
A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.
This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.
Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
The Transmission Gully roading project has been mired in controversy for generations. There is an urban myth that the US Marines offered to build it at their own expense during the war so that their troops encamped on the Kapiti coast could get to Wellington’s bars and nightclubs more easily.
In… View moreThe Transmission Gully roading project has been mired in controversy for generations. There is an urban myth that the US Marines offered to build it at their own expense during the war so that their troops encamped on the Kapiti coast could get to Wellington’s bars and nightclubs more easily.
In the 1970s the cost of the new road was estimated to be $53 million, a trifling sum, but opposition to the idea was fierce. Back then the Porirua City Council’s official policy was to oppose the project, on the grounds that it would bypass and thus isolate the commercial centre of the city. Later the Council became a grudging supporter, despite having to shell out millions of ratepayers’ money on building approach roads.
Those of us living in the northern suburbs will rarely need to use the new road. Whatever its costs and benefits may be, we will be glad to see the end of huge trucks thundering along Mana Esplanade. It’s an ill wind …
Last evening we were treated to an update on the project given by CEO Justin Redelinghuys, and his communications offsider Sarah Ropata. Justin is a civil engineer who is based in Perth but works internationally, managing large construction projects.
Justin talked to a drone flyover video, which took us from the north end at MacKays Crossing to the south end at Tawa. He pointed out the main features along the route, some of which have been rather challenging.
It is a big project, with big numbers attached. So big, in fact, that it has stretched our national resources in several ways. Only 40% of the workers are New Zealanders, with the rest coming from 27 countries. Some of the construction machinery had to be imported, and a new quarry, owned by the project itself, was opened at Willowbank Farm. Rock was even imported from the South Island.
Justin stressed the environmental protection measures which are required by the contract. One million trees have been planted, with another million still to come. Watercourses will be sheltered and shaded. Sediment runoff is a major issue all along the route.
The final construction cost will be $1Billion, more or less, and there is a 25-year maintenance commitment on top of that. Justin was cautious about the opening date but said it would be before the end of 2020.
New Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?
Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.
Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls… View moreNew Zealand is renowned for being friendly and welcoming but is that true for everyone?
Stuff is asking readers to share their experiences of racism by taking part in this short survey.
Being Kiwi is a project looking at the experiences of life in New Zealand for people of all cultures. It calls for the collection of official statistics on hate crimes, looks at discrimination in our schools and takes a stroll through Auckland, now one of the most diverse cities in the world.
To take part in the survey, click here
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UPDATE 20/9/2019
We have received the results from the shoreline testing following the public concern raised via social media.
The results are well below bathing standards, indicating it is safe for recreational water activity.
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We have been made aware of a video on social media of Titahi … View moreUPDATE 20/9/2019
We have received the results from the shoreline testing following the public concern raised via social media.
The results are well below bathing standards, indicating it is safe for recreational water activity.
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We have been made aware of a video on social media of Titahi Bay beach with comments of suspected wastewater pollution/sewage.
We can confirm there has been no discharge or overflow event from the Porirua Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The video shows seaweed and sea foam, which is common following heavy winds.
We will be conducting tests in the area for reassurance, and will provide an update when these results have been received.
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