Pinehaven, Upper Hutt

Fair play

Fair play

Whether it’s a playhouse, she shed or teenager’s sleepout, a stencil-painted floor in Resene Clockwork Orange will elevate it from meh to wow.

546 days ago

One Step Either Way

Michael from Trentham

Upper Hutt is growing but are the services provided within Upper Hutt keeping up?

Recently needed a computer printing machine cartridge checked. But the only shop in Upper Hutt who was doing this for years has closed up completely so one now has to go to Lower Hutt or Wellington to find out … View more
Upper Hutt is growing but are the services provided within Upper Hutt keeping up?

Recently needed a computer printing machine cartridge checked. But the only shop in Upper Hutt who was doing this for years has closed up completely so one now has to go to Lower Hutt or Wellington to find out if new cartridges re-filled cartridges are needed or if the printer is misreading it/ not functioning correctly.
There is still the Newbolds used goods store in Upper Hutt that will provide new cartridges or at least order one in but doesn't have the equipment to check things out nor sell or discuss printers etc.

This is a bit like shoe etc repairs. The only experienced shoe etc repairer in the Upper Hutt CBD retail strip moved to the Wairarapa a couple of years ago leaving a controversial shoe repair operation in The Mall as the sole service in that realm. That repairer wanted $40 from me to glue the front piece of a clean shoe stating he had to clean the shoe first whereas a shoe repairer in Lower Hutt charged me an acceptable $10.

But a step up is the new upmarket butchery-deli shop in Upper Hutt's CBD which has replaced a former cheap butchery that was in the same locality. Wow, beautiful cuts and quality of meat (eg lamb chops that are all but devoid of fat and bone) , marvellous flavours and types of sausages, family size pies out of this world but actually made in Waterloo, variety of cheeses from all over the universe etc etc

This deli flies in the face of an UH City Councillor who advised me that Upper Hutt CBD wasn't for expensive or boutique.

543 days ago

Section clean ups -Gardening

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Need your Gardens cleaned up for winter ?
We can help - selling your house but need some help in the garden we can help
Call me now ! 0272430951
Natures choice gardening

547 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weeks contribution is from Rosa Marie and it is a beauty.
"A couple of days ago I just spent some time watching a blackbird hovering around our grapevine and helping herself to the juicy grapes. I was fascinated at how adept she was at skinning them too! I got a that shot showed a … View more
This weeks contribution is from Rosa Marie and it is a beauty.
"A couple of days ago I just spent some time watching a blackbird hovering around our grapevine and helping herself to the juicy grapes. I was fascinated at how adept she was at skinning them too! I got a that shot showed a skinless grape, which I thought she would swallow, but she dropped it like a hot potato and ate the skin instead."

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544 days ago

Live Stronger for Longer

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Download the free Nymbl app, and with just 10 minutes a day you can stay active and improve your balance. Find out more

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554 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weeks photo is from Louise Thomas.

"Anyone who knows anything about shags, especially the big ones, knows that I risk much to bring you this unique angle. Nearly had to ride home in my underwear with all the windows down - it's happened before. Pied shag/ kāruhiruhi … View more
This weeks photo is from Louise Thomas.

"Anyone who knows anything about shags, especially the big ones, knows that I risk much to bring you this unique angle. Nearly had to ride home in my underwear with all the windows down - it's happened before. Pied shag/ kāruhiruhi (Phalacrocorax varius) at the Waimanu Lagoons at Waikanae. Bird #34 in 2023."

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544 days ago

Bookings available

Miss K from Miss K's Animal Care Ltd.

Are you a spur of the moment organizer when it comes to holiday plans?
🙈 Are you heading away and haven't yet arranged care for your pets and or farm animal's?
🙊 Have you been let down at the last minute by a change of plans?
If you've just answered yes to any of those … View more
Are you a spur of the moment organizer when it comes to holiday plans?
🙈 Are you heading away and haven't yet arranged care for your pets and or farm animal's?
🙊 Have you been let down at the last minute by a change of plans?
If you've just answered yes to any of those questions get in touch with us ASAP as we might just be able to help, we have gaps in our schedule from the 18th to 31st of May and a limited number of spots available on earlier dates.

545 days ago

Pure South Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Venison

Puresouthshop.com

Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable … View more
Real flavour begins on our family farms, where we take a wholesome approach to farming and allow the goodness of the land to do its work.

With a mild climate and ample space our farms are ideally suited to natural farming methods, the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable environmental care. We produce world class grass fed red meat with a flavourful taste and tender eating quality.

Produce of Alliance, New Zealand’s only 100% farmer-owned red meat co-operative.
Shop now

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551 days ago

How have the transport woes affected you?

Editor Reporter from The Post

We already know the buses are unreliable, but now the train time table has been slashed too. Let us know what impact this is having on your household!

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546 days ago

Trust a farmer to give us their opinion.

PGG Wrightson

The new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be … View moreThe new range of Line7 performance workwear has been designed, developed and tested by you – New Zealand farmers. We asked, listened, and collaborated directly with farmers in the making of this gear. We tested and re-tested in on-farm environments. We re-engineered what farming workwear can be with your needs front of mind. We brought our decades of experience creating world-class performance gear. Add to that a legacy of Kiwi innovation, a challenger spirit and a practical attitude that’s been part of Line 7 since we started back in 1963.

Every detail has been reviewed and refined – without overlooking the obvious. Breathable, flexible, functional and comfortable, while still being supremely durable and waterproof. Made to fit farmers of all shapes and sizes, with a dedicated range for women. Built to last, and last a bit longer still, with an included repair kit that means you can fix it up quickly yourself.

Now take it out there, try it on and put it to the test. Wear it out and wear it again. We’re pretty damn confident you won’t be disappointed.
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547 days ago
547 days ago

Garden on the go

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Create a mini kitchen garden and add a pop of Resene colour with this fun project.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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551 days ago

Poll: Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest … View moreThe month of May is New Zealand Music Month and it's got us thinking about all the musical talent from our shores throughout the years. We've come up with a few but if your pick isn't on the list, tell us who they are and why you think they are New Zealand's greatest band/artist.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Who's our greatest NZ-grown band or artist?
  • 49.5% Crowded House
    49.5% Complete
  • 5.8% Lorde
    5.8% Complete
  • 3.1% Bic Runga
    3.1% Complete
  • 1% Benee
    1% Complete
  • 23.8% Dave Dobbyn
    23.8% Complete
  • 1.3% OMC
    1.3% Complete
  • 15.6% SIX60
    15.6% Complete
2713 votes
548 days ago

Disney Concert this weekend in Upper Hutt

Karen Boyce from Major Minors Children's Choir

Two local Choirs The Hutt Valley Singers and The Major Minors Children’s Choir are putting the finishing touches on their DisneyTwo Concert coming up this Sunday.

Musical Director of both choirs Joanne Roelofs has been planning this for a while. "Originally planned for 2021 and postponed … View more
Two local Choirs The Hutt Valley Singers and The Major Minors Children’s Choir are putting the finishing touches on their DisneyTwo Concert coming up this Sunday.

Musical Director of both choirs Joanne Roelofs has been planning this for a while. "Originally planned for 2021 and postponed twice because of Covid-19 it seems fitting that this concert is the first of the Hutt Valley Singers 90th Anniversary concert series. The adult choir supported the
beginnings of the major Minors Children’s choir and when the two choirs come together it’s a big exciting sound. Each choir has their own songs and the combined ones will be a highlight and lots of fun” says Joanne.

On the programme are songs from a range of Disney Movies including The Lion King, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Moana, Aladdin and more. Expect a bit of Disney Magic and surprises too!

Tickets to the concert being held at St Hilda’s Church Hall 35 Cruickshank Road are $15 for adults, $10 for senior/students and $5 for children under 12.

Tickets available online at majorminors.org.nz...

Limited door sales available.

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548 days ago

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548 days ago

News and More from Age Concern

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

From cooking for one to coffee groups and courses for older drivers, there's something for (almost) everyone in Age Concern's newsletter. Read our latest newsletter here...

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