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Monark is a brand-new development on the fringe of Wellington’s CBD and the cusp of Newtown. 94 new 1 and 2-bedroom apartments on a light-filled full corner site, with expansive views over the Basin Reserve and Government House.
Located just off a main arterial route in the heart of Mt Cook, … View moreMonark is a brand-new development on the fringe of Wellington’s CBD and the cusp of Newtown. 94 new 1 and 2-bedroom apartments on a light-filled full corner site, with expansive views over the Basin Reserve and Government House.
Located just off a main arterial route in the heart of Mt Cook, living at Monark you’re in walking distance to all the city has to offer.
The Monark is contemporary architecture with an exacting build standard in a thriving city-fringe area offering absolutely unbeaten convenience.
All apartments offer a high-quality environment, with generous living and private spaces and plentiful storage.
Residents will enjoy quality finishes and fittings within carefully considered interiors: featuring timeless pre-finished concrete panels , designer kitchens and open-air decks.
Malcolm Gillies has parted ways with his real estate firm to concentrate on big-ticket projects.
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Nail polish remover ! We have acetone instore now. It's been out of supply for ages but we've got it now.
Just wanted to share some work that Amy Bos, a Wellington school teacher, has been doing as a volunteer in Tanzania that we have contributed to. Here's what Amy had to say:
"Thanks so much to the team at Exceed Hutt Valley for supporting Aston Vision School in Arusha, Tanzania. With your… View moreJust wanted to share some work that Amy Bos, a Wellington school teacher, has been doing as a volunteer in Tanzania that we have contributed to. Here's what Amy had to say:
"Thanks so much to the team at Exceed Hutt Valley for supporting Aston Vision School in Arusha, Tanzania. With your help we have been able to brighten up the classrooms with a fresh lick of paint! The teachers are excited to teach in their new bright classroom, and the kids can't wait either!"
We are so happy we have had the opportunity to have a small part in making a difference for these children.
Richard & Stu, your local EXCEED Hutt Valley team
Thanks to everyone who joined us or submitted questions for our live chat with Resene colour experts Christine Hawkings and Merenia Patira.
If you missed it, you can still check out their answers and get some fresh decorating ideas, here.
The Rotary Club of Upper Hutt has been running the Pride of Workmanship Awards programme since 1998. This is now the 21st year and time for a celebration.
With the sponsorship and support of the Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club (The Cossie) and The Leader, The Rotary Club of Upper Hutt invites all … View moreThe Rotary Club of Upper Hutt has been running the Pride of Workmanship Awards programme since 1998. This is now the 21st year and time for a celebration.
With the sponsorship and support of the Upper Hutt Cosmopolitan Club (The Cossie) and The Leader, The Rotary Club of Upper Hutt invites all past recipients to be their guest at this year’s Awards Dinner to be held at The Cossie on 10 June 2019, 6 to 9 pm.
If you are a past recipient and would like to register for this awards celebration event, please forward your registration details along to, rotaryupperhutt@gmail.com or by post to “Pride of Workmanship Awards, c/o 55 Golders Rd Upper Hutt 5018” no later than 3 May 2019.
Free attendance for past recipients and $40 for each supporter.
It would be fantastic if past recipients could bring along their plaque or citation, and be part of a group photo on the night.
Do you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!
Helping … View moreDo you know what your rights are at work? How about your rights to do with renting or owning a home? If you buy something that’s faulty do you know what your options are? This CAB Awareness Week from 8-14 April you’re being invited to Discover Your Rights – Tūhuratia ō motika!
Helping people to know what their rights and responsibilities are and how they can act on these is core to what the Citizens Advice Bureau is about. We help people from all walks of life to access the information they need so they are empowered to take next steps and to resolve their problems.
A highlight of this year’s Awareness Week is the launch of the CAB’s new public website - www.cab.org.nz.... After a year of development and user testing, the resulting website provides an accessible, mobile-friendly, knowledgebase of 2,000 questions and answers about people’s rights that are based on real issues confronted by clients.
The information about rights is grounded in the law but is practical and is expressed in a way that’s easy to understand.
The website also provides a directory of more than 30,000 community organisations so that the CAB can help connect people with any additional services they need.
We’re keen to break down any barriers people face in finding out what their rights are. Our new website is a fantastic resource for the whole community, and complements the amazing face-to-face and phone service provided by our skilled and dedicated volunteers.
We invite you to Discover Your Rights with us this Awareness Week by checking out our new website www.cab.org.nz..., calling us 0800 367 222, or by visiting your local CAB. We’re here to help.
During 30 years in the business, John van Doormaal from Innovative Kitchens has seen a big change in the way we use our kitchens. “It’s not just one person who’s using the kitchen now,” he says. “Children, teenagers, husbands and wives are all using it. It has become the focal point of … View moreDuring 30 years in the business, John van Doormaal from Innovative Kitchens has seen a big change in the way we use our kitchens. “It’s not just one person who’s using the kitchen now,” he says. “Children, teenagers, husbands and wives are all using it. It has become the focal point of the home.” He talks us through what’s trending in the design world and how you can use these ideas to inspire your own kitchen renovation.
1. Kitchen Island
John says the biggest change in the past 10 plus years is that, if they have the space, everyone wants a kitchen island. “It’s very useful in that it becomes a hub that people can gather around – in the same way that in the 1970s we designed returns with bar leaners. It’s where most people spend their time – they have their laptop there and the kids do their homework there, so nowadays we always put a powerpoint with a USB port in the island.”
2. Butler’s Pantry
Another big trend is the walk-in butlers’ pantry. “What the scullery does is hide the mess so you can have everything out and handy on the shelves, then just close the door,” says John. “It also means that the main kitchen doesn’t have to be as big, so it’s more affordable if you want to use premium materials for the cabinetry.”
3. Supersize appliances
He says when it comes to renovations, many people are happy with the footprint of their existing kitchen, but want to utilise the same space better. “People often want more in the kitchen than they can actually fit,” he says. “In the last few years everything’s gone big. Fifteen years ago, most freestanding stoves were 600mm wide, but now everyone wants 900mm. A normal fridge used to be 630-640mm wide but now they want a double-door fridge, which are all over 900mm wide.
4. Space-saving storage
“If we can turn some cupboards into drawers or move a wall or shift something, they’ll have the same footprint with a more useful amount of storage. As long as there’s enough room we add lots more drawers and pullouts,” he says. “They are a bit more expensive, but you double the space efficiency and you can see their contents easily so you know what you’ve got. I call them ‘pullout shelves’.”
5. Creative colour
In terms of colour options, John says people have a lot more choice these days, but white is still the most popular. “There is also a trend for black, which works if you’ve got a lot of space and light.” Black tapware is becoming fashionable and tiles have overtaken glass splashbacks in the popularity stakes.
6. Fancy Flooring
John says the majority of floors would be some kind of timber, versus tiles or vinyl, and almost all the benchtops he installs these days are a type of granite or engineered stone. “Twenty years ago granite was rare. When engineered stone came in it had flecked granules, but now it has veins running through it to imitate marble.”
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