Brown Owl, Upper Hutt

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1750 days ago

Are you a fan of fast fashion?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great … View more
Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great for the environment.

While some of us are pledging to only buy second hand or to invest in statement pieces - more expensive items that will last a long time- not all of us have that luxury.

We're wanting to speak to someone who isn't giving up their fast fashion any time soon, whether it's for economic or style reasons, personal choice or indifference to the environment. Maybe you're a student who likes the choice chain store fashion brings, or perhaps you're a parent whose children are growing too fast to risk splashing out on expensive clothing.

If this sounds like you, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1750 days ago

Lemons !! :O)

Maureen from Trentham

Hi I live in poets block Trentham, and would love to know of anyone who has a great lemon tree with lots of lemons to spare, as I am on a weight loss journey and need lemon in my water first thing in the morning, my lemon tree is on its way out ( wood lice I think), anyway I would be very grateful … View moreHi I live in poets block Trentham, and would love to know of anyone who has a great lemon tree with lots of lemons to spare, as I am on a weight loss journey and need lemon in my water first thing in the morning, my lemon tree is on its way out ( wood lice I think), anyway I would be very grateful for some lemons if there's any to spare out there thanks :O)
Cheers Maureen Fowler

1752 days ago

Eeling and Feeling

Sean from Akatarawa

This evening my partner was swimming in the river near our house. Some teenage boys came along, hunting eels. She spoke with them and said she liked having the eel(s) there. They said "the river is public" and proceeded to kill the eel in front of her. I am out of the area at the moment. … View moreThis evening my partner was swimming in the river near our house. Some teenage boys came along, hunting eels. She spoke with them and said she liked having the eel(s) there. They said "the river is public" and proceeded to kill the eel in front of her. I am out of the area at the moment. I would like to find out who these boys are and speak to them about this incident, including my partner's feelings, and respect and consideration for others. Also, I don't know if these are long or short finned eels. Long finned eels are threatened, short are not. But mainly I am concerned about their disregard for my partner. They could easily have gone elsewhere at least. I am not out to "get" these kids, just confront them with their inconsideration and look at what could be done better. Do you know who these kids are? Want to talk? I don't really want a long comment thread and I probably won't reply to them. I just want to talk to the people involved.

1752 days ago

Keep safe this summer!

Ministry for Primary Industries

The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill … View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
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1753 days ago

Living Life Without a Car Workshop

Lorna Harvey from

Age Concern Wellington is offering free seniors' workshops for Living Life Without a Car in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Upper Hutt, and Tawa.

For more information, please call 04 499 6646 or email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz

February 11 in Lower Hutt, 10am
February 18 in Wellington, … View more
Age Concern Wellington is offering free seniors' workshops for Living Life Without a Car in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Upper Hutt, and Tawa.

For more information, please call 04 499 6646 or email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz

February 11 in Lower Hutt, 10am
February 18 in Wellington, 10am
February 25 in Upper Hutt, noon
March 11 in Tawa, 10am
We provide information about keeping mobile when we are no longer driving. Our Life Without a Car course highlights a range of possibilities to remain mobile, offers alternative ways of getting about in the community, suggests many options to keep involved and enjoying activities and much more… Each session will run for about an hour and a half - tea and coffee will be provided.

1753 days ago

Louise Askin - Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Kia ora koutou, I’m Louise from Makara, and a co-chair of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee. We are a community committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council and our city councils on the future of water quality and its use in Wellington, Upper Hutt … View moreKia ora koutou, I’m Louise from Makara, and a co-chair of the Whaitua Te Whanganui-a-Tara Committee. We are a community committee tasked with making recommendations to Greater Wellington Regional Council and our city councils on the future of water quality and its use in Wellington, Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt (our Whaitua). Our waterways are precious and our water networks (freshwater, wastewater and stormwater) are vital for our community’s wellbeing. Recently, we have been learning about the state of water in our area and gathering community input on how water is valued and what should be done to look after it.

I live with my family beside the Makara Stream and we follow its path each day, winding from the beach up toward the headwaters above Makara Village or Ohariu. Our rural communities value their waterways and we want their input on how to best achieve reductions of sediment and pathogens in our rural areas. In town, there is a huge job ahead in upgrading the piped water networks and lessening our three cities’ impact on water quality - while also planning for population growth. Our region must meet national water quality requirements within a few years so we want to find solutions that reflect our communities’ views and are informed by good evidence and information.

Get in touch with us to give us your thoughts. You can reach us at whaitua@gw.govt.nz. To see what we have been doing visit our Facebook page. To share what you value about our water and your solutions, have your say here.

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1754 days ago

Sous Chef job

Hollie from Pinehaven

Silverspoon cafe is looking for an experienced Sous Chef. Please let your Chef friends know.
Contact me through this page or on 0273689396.
thanks

1754 days ago

$ave the GST. Hurry - ends soon!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

If you don’t have your Resene card yet, … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene cardholder, get an extra 5% off!

If you don’t have your Resene card yet, sign up free online, or when you’re in store.

Hurry sale ends soon! Happy decorating!

*Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 29 January 2020. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.
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1754 days ago

We’re adjusting the electorate boundaries

Electoral Commission

We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could … View more
We’re adjusting our electorate boundaries for the next two general elections.

By making sure each electorate has about the same number of people, we can give all New Zealanders equal representation in Parliament. It’s all balance.
If we move one of your electorate boundaries, you could end up in a different electorate to the one you’re in now – so we show you what we’re proposing before we make any changes and give you the opportunity to share your thoughts.

Have your say now at vote.nz
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1754 days ago

Dance Party HQ

Kim from Brown Owl

Dance Party HQ - Ladies, Wednesday and Thursday nights this week at King Lion Hall. Join us to dance in the dark - come and bust out your favourite moves - anything goes and no-one is watching. Wednesday 6.45pm and Thursday 7.30pm. $5. First two playlists Wednesday, last two Thursdays.

1755 days ago

MONTHLY CAR BOOT SALE AND LOW COST CAFE COMING SOON!

Kate from Trentham

The popular Monthly Car Boot Sales will continue (even though our Monthly Garage Sales have ended, after thirty years!) on the first Saturday every month, starting SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1st at Upper Hutt Baptist Church's Community Centre, corner Fergusson Drive and Milton Street - very visible … View moreThe popular Monthly Car Boot Sales will continue (even though our Monthly Garage Sales have ended, after thirty years!) on the first Saturday every month, starting SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1st at Upper Hutt Baptist Church's Community Centre, corner Fergusson Drive and Milton Street - very visible location! Site fees $15 - phone 528-3454 to reserve a site. There might be an option of an indoor space when weather is inclement with table provided at a slightly higher cost - watch this space!
A low cost cafe will be open inside the Community Centre from 9am, serving percolated coffee or a pot of tea and a piece of cake for $4 - good value! We might even have live music playing in the background. Come and try it out and let us know what you think.

1755 days ago

Wellington Anniversary Day

Raewyn Richardson from Lagans Pharmacy - Wellness Clinic - Mobility Hub

Wellington Anniversary Day - We are closed.
We wish you all a wonderful long weekend !

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1756 days ago

free plants

Kathy from Brown Owl

Free plants: Not sure what this is called but it has this flower and its a Iris type growth. it self multiplies like Iris's. I am redoing a part of my garden and have kept some but dont want to bin the rest. its a beautiful flower. pick up in Brown Owl, Upper Hutt. just message me for the … View moreFree plants: Not sure what this is called but it has this flower and its a Iris type growth. it self multiplies like Iris's. I am redoing a part of my garden and have kept some but dont want to bin the rest. its a beautiful flower. pick up in Brown Owl, Upper Hutt. just message me for the details I will put it out by the letter box Just found out its called deities

Free

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1757 days ago

Beautify your workspaces

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Get organised with these handy storage ideas for the office or kids’ corner.

Create a colourful geometric-inspired space with your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project… View more
Get organised with these handy storage ideas for the office or kids’ corner.

Create a colourful geometric-inspired space with your favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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