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A big shout out to Karori, who managed to secure the suburb of the week title. Awesome work Karorians!
A relatively wet week last week meant that overall people around the region have been keeping demand below the 160 million litre per day (MLD) target which is awesome to see.
All this rain has … View moreA big shout out to Karori, who managed to secure the suburb of the week title. Awesome work Karorians!
A relatively wet week last week meant that overall people around the region have been keeping demand below the 160 million litre per day (MLD) target which is awesome to see.
All this rain has been good for your gardens and our catchments, however just because it's raining doesn't mean we should stop conserving water.
Drinking water is a precious resource, so make sure you're not wasting it. If you're worried about your gardens and lawn not having enough water when the weather heats up, start collecting rain water now! Rain water is a great option to give your garden some extra love as we look to enter the warmer months.
Our top #waterlovers tip this week is turn the tap off when brushing your teeth! Don't let litres of our precious drinking resource pour straight down the drain.
#ourwaterourfuture
FINAL UPDATE 12:40PM: We now have clearance on the Kāpiti line.
- The first northbound service will depart Wellington at 12:53pm
- The first southbound service will depart Waikanae at 1:00pm
Crews have assessed the potential damage and we now have clearance to run trains between Wellington and … View moreFINAL UPDATE 12:40PM: We now have clearance on the Kāpiti line.
- The first northbound service will depart Wellington at 12:53pm
- The first southbound service will depart Waikanae at 1:00pm
Crews have assessed the potential damage and we now have clearance to run trains between Wellington and Porirua, a further investigation will need to take place to determine the cause of the issue.
Please expect some delays as we return to timetable.
There should be no impact to services for this afternoon's peak.
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Trains running on the Kāpiti line in and out of Wellington have been suspended because of a power outage.
Metlink spokeswoman Emily Liddell said the cause of the power outage along a portion of track in Kaiwharawhara, which is used by the train line, is unknown.
The power outage was … View moreTrains running on the Kāpiti line in and out of Wellington have been suspended because of a power outage.
Metlink spokeswoman Emily Liddell said the cause of the power outage along a portion of track in Kaiwharawhara, which is used by the train line, is unknown.
The power outage was first recorded at 7.30am on Tuesday. It had caused the Hutt Valley, Melling, and Wairarapa lines to also be suspended, but those services had now resumed.
However, commuters should expect delays as services returned to normal.
Kāpiti trains have been replaced by buses between Porirua and Wellington, but there are limited buses are available. Trains will be operating between Waikanae and Porirua but will not be running to timetable.
Metlink buses 60E, 236, and 290 will be accepting rail tickets while rail services are suspended.
UPDATE 10:35AM: KPL services are still bus replaced between WELL & PORI and a train is shuttling between PORI & WAIK, expect delays. There are significant delays across all other lines.
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Services are suspended due to an earlier service power outage at Wellington station. … View moreUPDATE 10:35AM: KPL services are still bus replaced between WELL & PORI and a train is shuttling between PORI & WAIK, expect delays. There are significant delays across all other lines.
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Services are suspended due to an earlier service power outage at Wellington station. Maintenance crews are working to bring this service back into Wellington, to do this they have had to turn off power outside of Wellington Station.
Please plan before you travel, we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this has caused this morning.
Hi neighbours,
Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on… View moreHi neighbours,
Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.
But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on film.
Maybe it was the time you went to visit Santa and your little one didn't want a bar of it. Maybe it was a self-timed family shot that went horribly awry. Or a Christmas meal that was more a festive fail.
Whatever the not-so-merry moment, we want to see it! Share your pictures and a little bit about them with us in Stuff Nation. We look forward to seeing them! Here's the link to contribute.
Enrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while exploring your areas of interest.
“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education … View moreEnrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while exploring your areas of interest.
“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education that would fit with my previous fine arts qualification. “At first, I wasn’t sure university education would be suited to me, but it was and now I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Science."—Lisa Martin, Student, Psychology and Information Systems
Select courses from any of our faculties and accrue points that can be counted towards a degree at a later date.
There was a boy who, at the age of thirteen, became intrigued by the principles of cost accounting. He went on to become a successful accountant and was forever grateful that his early passion had led to a rewarding career.
No, I don’t believe this story either, but last evening we heard from … View moreThere was a boy who, at the age of thirteen, became intrigued by the principles of cost accounting. He went on to become a successful accountant and was forever grateful that his early passion had led to a rewarding career.
No, I don’t believe this story either, but last evening we heard from Tony Johnson, CEO of the Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association (LVVTA), whose boyhood interest in cars, engines, and speed was the basis for his career in the safety and certification of modified vehicles.
The Association has offices here in Raiha St, but Tony commutes one week per month from the McKenzie District, where he and his partner, Linda, have a collection of vintage and racing cars. They are both active on local race tracks.
A ‘low volume’ vehicle is one where the number in existence is one to five hundred. Often they are modified versions of standard production vehicles. Vehicles can be modified for a host of reasons: performance, seating, interior additions (eg ambulances), right-hand drive conversion, and so on.
Prior to 1988, the safety of modifications was covered by the WoF, but the government was looking for a more robust system of checking, especially for hot rods. The Hot-Rodders lobbied for the right to self-certify and this was agreed to after their code of practice and certification process was approved. Eventually, the LVVTA was formed and the government asked it to take on certification of mainstream vehicles as well. There are now about 6,000 certifications issued each year.
The role of LVVTA has grown over the years and now includes training, technical support, standards, noise testing and various aspects of vehicle safety. The certifications are performed by a network of specialists who themselves are monitored by LVVTA. Their fees range from $500 to $1500 depending on the complexity of the modification. LVVTA’s revenue comes from a $160 plate fee per certification.
After describing this impressive example of industry self-regulation, Tony digressed into a hair-raising tour of modern drag-racing, which one suspects is his main interest in life.
29' wheels, 18 gears, BRAND NEW TYRES, back rack, bottle holder bike stand.
Get ready for summer. Put a child seat on the back and take your little one for a ride in the sun. Good buy for anyone. Contact John on 0272331159
29' wheels, 18 gears, BRAND NEW TYRES, back rack, bottle holder bike stand.
Get ready for summer. Put a child seat on the back and take your little one for a ride in the sun. Good buy for anyone.
Hi neighbours,
How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had… View moreHi neighbours,
How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had overcome tough times, Hodgins said.
"I thought that instead of having a lavish birthday party I could do something for children with difficulties. After all, if you're fortunate, isn't it nice to give to someone else?" To read more about Joan's story, click here.
Right now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the … View moreRight now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the effectiveness of these traps by clearing them much more often! This is the best thing you can do for the birds in your area between October and December.
Learn more about trapping at www.gw.govt.nz...
TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?
The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.
We have clinics in … View moreTV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?
The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.
We have clinics in Courtenay Place, Paraparaumu, Waikanae and Levin. Visit our website www.courtenayhearing.co.nz for more information or contact us now on (04) 385 9144 or 000 432 766 to book a hearing assessment
Mention this ad for a $20 discount on a full diagnostic hearing assessment booked before Christmas 2018.
We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.
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