Pinehaven, Upper Hutt

1379 days ago

Opposition mounts to land swap that could create 1000 homes

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A proposed land swap between a council and developers could come down to a decision between houses or birds.
Forest & Bird are calling on the Upper Hutt City Council to keep a 35-hectare block on Silverstream Spur as a wildlife corridor and reserve.
The council is due to consult this year on … View more
A proposed land swap between a council and developers could come down to a decision between houses or birds.
Forest & Bird are calling on the Upper Hutt City Council to keep a 35-hectare block on Silverstream Spur as a wildlife corridor and reserve.
The council is due to consult this year on the proposed exchange of the spur for 134 ha block of nearby land in Pinehaven with the Guildford Timber Company. Guildford wants to build about 1000 new homes on the spur.
Forest & Bird Upper Hutt branch chairman Graham Bellamy​ said the spur and the opposite land at Keith George Memorial Park are the narrowest part of the Hutt Valley, and would be an ideal ecological corridor if it were replanted in native flora. Currently mostly planted out in pines, a replanted spur could also be used as a recreational reserve.

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1369 days ago

Hunger for Colour - swap and save!

Resene

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a … View more
Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you donate a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
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1369 days ago

Tātou Rohe - Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

The latest issue of Tō Tātou Rohe – Our Region is out! This mail-out features bite-sized stories about what’s been happening in our region, and what’s coming up.

Read it here: bit.ly...

If you’d like to subscribe, visit our website: www.gw.govt.nz...

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1370 days ago

Celebrate arts and culture in Wellington!

The Playground

Two months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative … View moreTwo months of free arts and performance has kicked off in Wellington with “What if the City was a Theatre?” This city-wide programme is presented by award-winning festival The Performance Arcade in collaboration with some of Wellington’s most exciting artists, events and creative organisations.

Head into town and discover award-winning performance in the places you least expect it: dance on the Cable Car? Cabaret at crosswalks? What about opera sung from balconies? Try a different kind of weekend and see what you find with this jam packed selection of family-friendly performance throughout February and March.
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1370 days ago

There are so many reasons to be grateful to call Aotearoa New Zealand our home. 😌🙏

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Let's keep working together to make our communities better for everyone while honouring Te Ao Māori.

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1372 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

You will all recognise who this is but who knows the history of this picture taken at Wellington Airport?

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1370 days ago

Paint a woven plate

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create … View more
Put your own spin on wall art by painting designs on woven plates. A quick, budget friendly way to add colour to your walls and so easy to repaint if you want to update the colours later.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1371 days ago

scotia for Bathroom

Jenny from Pinehaven

Hi all

I am wondering if anyone out there has some 40x20mm single bevel scotia 5.5 metres by any chance. I have being trying to buy this through bunnings/mitre 10 etc but to no avail. Can anyone help me so I can finish off the bathroom edges.

1377 days ago

Poll: Did you know old rice could make you sick?

New Zealand Food Safety

Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food … View more
Just because it’s rice doesn’t mean it lasts longer than other food. Over time, cooked rice may grow bacteria that produces toxins, which can make you sick. So, make sure you cover, refrigerate and only keep for a day or two.

Don’t risk making your whānau sick. Eat any leftover food within two days. If in doubt, chuck it out.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety
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Did you know old rice could make you sick?
  • 86% Yes I’m always careful
    86% Complete
  • 14% No I thought rice doesn’t go bad
    14% Complete
2996 votes
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1371 days ago

Helping Upper Hutt to reuse and recycle

Charmaine from Ebdentown

Have you got some good quality clothes and accessories you no longer use? Book a stall space at our next market and let someone else enjoy them. Or if you're after a bargain, pop along on Saturday 20th March from 1.00 - 3.00pm, bring lots of bags and cash (no eftpos on site) Please message me … View moreHave you got some good quality clothes and accessories you no longer use? Book a stall space at our next market and let someone else enjoy them. Or if you're after a bargain, pop along on Saturday 20th March from 1.00 - 3.00pm, bring lots of bags and cash (no eftpos on site) Please message me if you're interested in a stall space.

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1371 days ago

Begonia Show

Calvin from Trentham

Wellington Begonias annual show will be held as part of the Hutt Valley Horticultural show.
Where - Walter Nash Centre Taita. Entry from Tocker Street
When - Sat 13 Feb 2021 noon to 4.00 pm
- Sun 14 Feb 2021 10.00am to 3.30pm
Entry cost $3.00 - children free

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1372 days ago

Bike the Remutaka Family Day

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Experience all the best bits of the Remutaka Cycle Trail and beyond with your friends and whānau! ?

Join us on 18km ride where you can explore restored railway bridges and zoom through historic tunnels. You'll also get to ride over the brand new Siberian Suspension Bridge!

Bookings … View more
Experience all the best bits of the Remutaka Cycle Trail and beyond with your friends and whānau! ?

Join us on 18km ride where you can explore restored railway bridges and zoom through historic tunnels. You'll also get to ride over the brand new Siberian Suspension Bridge!

Bookings essential - get in quick!

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1372 days ago

Muhammad Ali in Upper Hutt

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Do you remember Muhammad Ali coming to Upper Hutt in 1979. He sent some time at the Heretaunga Boxing Club and had his photo taken with two year-old Jason Tarawhiti in front of the library.
Do you remember this and does anyone know where Jason Tarawhiti is now.
If you know him please email … View more
Do you remember Muhammad Ali coming to Upper Hutt in 1979. He sent some time at the Heretaunga Boxing Club and had his photo taken with two year-old Jason Tarawhiti in front of the library.
Do you remember this and does anyone know where Jason Tarawhiti is now.
If you know him please email nicholas.boyack@stuff.co.nz

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1373 days ago

CD Field Days - Last day for Early Bird tickets

Sammy Smith from Central Districts Field Days

Early Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!

Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some … View more
Early Bird tickets for Central District Field Days 2021 are on sale till Midnight tonight!

Make sure you get in quick and secure your discounted ticket to skip the queues to New Zealand's largest regional agriculture event! Mark the 18-20th of March in ya calendar and come along for some exclusive event deals and lots of family-friendly fun!

Get your Early Bird tickets here www.cdfielddays.co.nz...

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1373 days ago

Charity Raffle

Frances from Silverstream

Outpawed Rescue Trust have a fabulous raffle that has been donated by one of our amazing volunteer's dad. Tickets are $5 each. Please deposit money into their account 06-0284-0635488-00 with raffle as reference
1st Prize a Ute load of Firewood
Can be delivered as far as Paraparaumu, and … View more
Outpawed Rescue Trust have a fabulous raffle that has been donated by one of our amazing volunteer's dad. Tickets are $5 each. Please deposit money into their account 06-0284-0635488-00 with raffle as reference
1st Prize a Ute load of Firewood
Can be delivered as far as Paraparaumu, and anywhere in Wellington

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