Kaitoke, Upper Hutt

1836 days ago

Poll: What do you think is the common reason Kiwis fail their driving test?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

There is one common reason that is accounting for one-quarter of all immediate failures of driving tests - out of the options below, what do you think is the common reason Kiwis don't pass the test? Vote in our poll.

Find out the answer here.

What do you think is the common reason Kiwis fail their driving test?
  • 24.3% Failing to giveway
    24.3% Complete
  • 15.2% Travelling above the speed limit
    15.2% Complete
  • 21.2% Not stopping at stop sign
    21.2% Complete
  • 39.4% Not checking blind spots/mirrors
    39.4% Complete
1186 votes
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1836 days ago

BALL ROOM DANCING SHOES 30.00 for both

Evelyne from Maoribank

Hardly used size 7 very good make. Will take close photo of make

Negotiable

1836 days ago

How to be more Neighbourly...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Being Neighbourly is a lot more than just signing up to the website. It’s about taking the next step and being helpful and friendly to those around you. There are loads of different ways to be Neighbourly - here are a few suggestions from us.

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1836 days ago

MORE GORGEOUS SHOES 20.00 THE LOT

Evelyne from Maoribank

Have so many shoes so down sizing they are size 7. Very good condition.

Negotiable

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1836 days ago

GORGEOUS SHOES 20.00 THE LOT

Evelyne from Maoribank

Have lots of different shoes some hardly worn. They are size 7. Am downsizing so must go. The sleepers are from overseas and they are like plate form ones.

Negotiable

1837 days ago

Do you know how long it takes for the Earth to orbit the sun?

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

If you do, you're doing better than almost half the people who answered a New Zealand Initiative survey testing Kiwis' general knowledge.
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1837 days ago

Event on Pine Ave

White Ribbon

White Ribbon invite you to join us this Saturday at 1.00pm in the playground of
St Joseph school on Pine Ave for a march to support Respectful Relationships through the streets of the city ending in a rally in the Upper Hutt central primary school.
Find out more

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1837 days ago

Willis St and Dixon St - sewer leak

The Team from Wellington Water

We currently have stop go traffic management in place on the intersection of Willis St and Dixon St, due to a leak in a pressurised sewer. We are looking at the best way to excavate and repair this leak safely, and will keep you updated on any traffic management changes.

As a precaution we have … View more
We currently have stop go traffic management in place on the intersection of Willis St and Dixon St, due to a leak in a pressurised sewer. We are looking at the best way to excavate and repair this leak safely, and will keep you updated on any traffic management changes.

As a precaution we have put up signs at Wellington Harbour advising people not to swim due to possible contamination. We are carrying out testing in the Harbour and will advise of the results.

1838 days ago

Household hazardous waste collections 23 & 24th Nov!

The team from Upper Hutt City Council

Hi neighbours, our Hutt Valley councils are joining together to run household hazardous waste collections on

● Saturday, 23 November in the carpark adjacent Upper Hutt Darts Association, Totara Park, and

● Sunday, 24 November in the Riverbank Carpark, entrance on Rutherford Street, Lower … View more
Hi neighbours, our Hutt Valley councils are joining together to run household hazardous waste collections on

● Saturday, 23 November in the carpark adjacent Upper Hutt Darts Association, Totara Park, and

● Sunday, 24 November in the Riverbank Carpark, entrance on Rutherford Street, Lower Hutt, 10 - 2pm
Find out more

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1838 days ago

A special time needs a special timetable.

Community Engagement Advisor from

In town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 23 December to Sunday 5 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 6 January.

If you’re travelling by bus or train to visit… View more
In town over Christmas? So are we. We’ll be running special timetables on buses, trains and ferries from Monday 23 December to Sunday 5 January, so please double-check before you travel. Your normal weekday services will resume on Monday 6 January.

If you’re travelling by bus or train to visit family and friends on Christmas Day, you can ride FREE.

Thanks for travelling with us throughout the year. For details visit metlink.org.nz or call 0800 801 700.

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1839 days ago

Know a helping hander?

Countdown Supermarkets

Every Countdown store in New Zealand is giving away a $500 Countdown Gift Card to a local hero. Nominate here

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1840 days ago

Challenge the unspoken rules

White Ribbon

A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their … View more
A challenge facing too many young men is the sense that they have to live up to the unspoken rules of masculinity – clichés such as “boys don’t cry” and “toughen up”.

White Ribbon encourages everyone to challenge the unspoken rules, so we can let boys and young men enjoy their individuality and define themselves as men who have respectful relationships with themselves and their partners – creating happier, healthier communities for us all.
Find out more

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1840 days ago

Population growth means the Wellington region could be 21,000 homes short by 2047

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Are council rules smothering the Upper Hutt's ability to keep up with growth?
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