Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

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1155 days ago

Keep reaching out, Aotearoa! 😊

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

A simple phone call or message it all it takes sometimes.

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1155 days ago

The Impossibility of NZ's Delta Level 2

Michael from Trentham

It all looks promising if we stick to the rules in Level 2 starting this Wednesday. But there is a Big But.
Public Transport.
You are not going to be able to keep the 2 metre distances nor maybe also the 50-only rule at peak times on many suburban trains and buses in the Wellington CBD. So the … View more
It all looks promising if we stick to the rules in Level 2 starting this Wednesday. But there is a Big But.
Public Transport.
You are not going to be able to keep the 2 metre distances nor maybe also the 50-only rule at peak times on many suburban trains and buses in the Wellington CBD. So the Wellington and Lower Hutt job working train travellers from Upper Hutt will be at risk on every day they take the train trips.

1156 days ago

All regions outside Auckland to move to Alert Level 2

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 2, with Auckland remaining at Alert Level 4 for at least another week.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday … View more
All regions outside Auckland will move to Covid-19 Alert Level 2, with Auckland remaining at Alert Level 4 for at least another week.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield announced the changes at a post-cabinet press conference on Monday afternoon.

Regions outside Auckland will make the change to Alert Level 2, at 11.59pm tomorrow.

Here's what you need to know
- A refresh on Level 2 restrictions and what it means for you.
- Indoor gatherings are now capped at 50 people, with outdoor gatherings restricted to a maximum of 100 people.
- There have been 20 confirmed cases of Covid-19 reported by the Ministry of Health since 9.00am yesterday, all in Auckland.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website

For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.

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1158 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Randy and Gene

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Look carefully at this picture and you will see there are three cats!
Randy and Gene live in the Lower Hutt suburb of Avalon.

"Brothers Randy and Gene chat to Grey Cat through the cat flap (social distancing). Randy and Gene run a muck through the Avalon neighbourhood with their pal who often… View more
Look carefully at this picture and you will see there are three cats!
Randy and Gene live in the Lower Hutt suburb of Avalon.

"Brothers Randy and Gene chat to Grey Cat through the cat flap (social distancing). Randy and Gene run a muck through the Avalon neighbourhood with their pal who often sneaks in and eats their food. 
Randy likes to watch keep watch of all the goings on in the neighbourhood, he lives in Ferretti Grove, Avalon with his brother Gene and human mum and dad (Kaye and Alex). Randy is a very friendly and curious little boy and enjoys making new friends - I know this due to the text messages I get about his whereabouts - usually napping at the neighbour's place."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1156 days ago

Learn from Experts in Digitally-Driven Business!

The Team from Digital Boost

We're here to help you take your business to the top.
That's why every day from 10-11am we sit down for interviews with experts in topics like digital marketing and websites, and live stream it straight to you. Power your business forward with a daily pro-tip or two!

Find out … View more
We're here to help you take your business to the top.
That's why every day from 10-11am we sit down for interviews with experts in topics like digital marketing and websites, and live stream it straight to you. Power your business forward with a daily pro-tip or two!

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1156 days ago

Should We Be As Free As Perth

Michael from Trentham

ABs V Australia in Perth Sunday Sept 5. Crowd at stadium over 60,000.
WA Covid affected 1086, died 9. Population 2.7 million.
NZ Covid affected approx 4000, died 27. Population 5.0 million.
Question: should NZ be as unrestricted as Western Australia. We are in lockdown, WA is not. WA is virtually… View more
ABs V Australia in Perth Sunday Sept 5. Crowd at stadium over 60,000.
WA Covid affected 1086, died 9. Population 2.7 million.
NZ Covid affected approx 4000, died 27. Population 5.0 million.
Question: should NZ be as unrestricted as Western Australia. We are in lockdown, WA is not. WA is virtually fully open for business and with full capacity.

1158 days ago

Are There Real Bad People In Our Neighbourhood

Michael from Trentham

So a person whom the police were watching and trailing every move he made outside of his home or his place of residence for five years at our cost, was still able to cause terror and inflict terrible injury.
We are asked to report on people whom we suspect as breaking the law or likely to break … View more
So a person whom the police were watching and trailing every move he made outside of his home or his place of residence for five years at our cost, was still able to cause terror and inflict terrible injury.
We are asked to report on people whom we suspect as breaking the law or likely to break the law yet quite often nothing comes of it even if it reaches into the serious realm.
Something is wrong with the Emperor and the Empire and its been laid bare.
He was known to the PM. Did she open her To Do file every other day and his name appeared near the top?

It's perverse, but could he not have been given a free passage to Australia years ago. Not that there is a city in Australia better than Dunedin.

1159 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend: Korimako

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature a korimako from Rosa Marie.

"I discovered a bellbird/korimako or two as I went on my daily walk. One of them was happy to make lots of noise as I snapped away at it!
Tūī were out in full force, as they fed on the blossoms!
Kereru, as usual, were everywhere including in… View more
This week we feature a korimako from Rosa Marie.

"I discovered a bellbird/korimako or two as I went on my daily walk. One of them was happy to make lots of noise as I snapped away at it!
Tūī were out in full force, as they fed on the blossoms!
Kereru, as usual, were everywhere including in a wheelbarrow!
The sparrows were caught having a good old dust bath.
Mr Duck was out by himself and full of chatter as I walked by him.
Although it was still very cold, it was nice to feel the rays of the sun on me!

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1161 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This lovely tūī pic taken by Andrew Gorrie in his garden (taken before lockdown) is too good to ignore. Have you been seeing more birds in your garden?

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1159 days ago

Maggie the Mannequin

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Maggie the Mannequin has proved a big hit over lockdown. She is to be found on the Western Hills in Lower Hutt.
Have you got an any lockdown street art in your area?

1161 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should not be too hard. What are your memories of where this photo was taken?

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1158 days ago

Lockdown Birthday?

Raewyn Richardson from Lagans Pharmacy - Wellness Clinic - Mobility Hub

Lagans Pharmacy has a gorgeous array of gifts available. With a mask you can enter in at level 3 to select for yourself.

1159 days ago

Animals on Petone beach as locals battle lockdown boredom

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Bison, orca and mammoths can all be found on Petone Beach, as locals unleash their pent-up creativity during lockdown.
It is also happening in another Lower Hutt suburb, Eastbourne.
Is there any public art appearing in your community during lockdown?
If you have some photos please post them.

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1158 days ago

Is a small business near you delivering?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting … View more
Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting local is easy with Support Local, Aotearoa. Have a browse or show your support by submitting a shoutout to a business near you now. They'll thank you for it.

Thanks for supporting local.
Browse the directory

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1159 days ago

Upcycled chandelier

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Up your potted plants game with this easy recycling project finished in Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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