Silverstream, Upper Hutt

1320 days ago

Upper Hutt Library closed

Reporter Community News

Last night's torrential rain flooded the Upper Hutt Library. Pinehaven library will be open until 5pm tonight, and tye council hopes to be open as usual tomorrow

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1320 days ago

Maidstone Max Reopening Celebration

Upper Hutt City Council

Maidstone Max is reopening this Saturday 22 May 🤩🥳🙏🙌

To mark the completion of the project, we’re having a reopening event from 10am to 12pm.

Come along and enjoy the completely revamped park, with new features like:
🛹 State-of-the-art skate park
🏀 Half basketball court
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Maidstone Max is reopening this Saturday 22 May 🤩🥳🙏🙌

To mark the completion of the project, we’re having a reopening event from 10am to 12pm.

Come along and enjoy the completely revamped park, with new features like:
🛹 State-of-the-art skate park
🏀 Half basketball court
🦊 Refurbished flying fox
🚴‍♂️ Pump track for scooters and bikes
🏖 Sand play
🎶 Musical play

There will also be food trucks, entertainment, games, promotions, and giveaways for everyone to enjoy 👶👧👦

See you there!

Please note - there will be a photographer onsite shooting photos and videos that may be used in our publications and promotional activity.
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1320 days ago

Dog Fees 2021-2022

Upper Hutt City Council

Notice is given of the following dog fees for the 2021 – 2022 year.

These fees include GST and are effective from 1 July 2021.

1. Dogs must be registered before they reach three [3] months of age.
2. From the age of three [3] months, fee rates are calculated proportionally for the year.… View more
Notice is given of the following dog fees for the 2021 – 2022 year.

These fees include GST and are effective from 1 July 2021.

1. Dogs must be registered before they reach three [3] months of age.
2. From the age of three [3] months, fee rates are calculated proportionally for the year.
3. The fee for a ‘responsible owner’ represents a significant saving on the general registration fee. ‘Responsible owner’ status cannot be claimed if paying on or after 1 August 2021. Fee classes SO and SN will change to classes J or N at that time.
4. A classified dangerous dog is one that has been declared ‘dangerous.’

To find out more information regarding dog fees for the 2021 – 2022 year or to register your dog please visit UPPERHUTTCITY.COM/DOG-REGISTRATION
Register now

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1320 days ago

Malicious email impersonating NZ Post circulating

Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any… View more
New Zealand Post have published a warning to customers after several variations of a scam email were reported over the past 24 hours.

The email asks to correct personal details because of a failed parcel delivery.

The email directs the recipient to 'schedule a new delivery'. If any individual has received these emails, NZ Post has advised to delete it immediately.

In a statement sent to Neighbourly, NZ Post confirmed that it had taken 24 websites offline in relation to the scam.

For more information on the scam, please see the NZ Post's Cyber Security Alerts page.

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1323 days ago

Pet of the Day: Siam the klepto-cat

Reporter Community News

This week we feature Siam the klepto-cat. Not sure where Siam lives but the submission made by Sine Goldfinch was to good to ignore.
"Siam came in my cat door six years ago with this sponge in his mouth and dropped it at my feet as a gift for me. His owner gave him to me because he just … View more
This week we feature Siam the klepto-cat. Not sure where Siam lives but the submission made by Sine Goldfinch was to good to ignore.
"Siam came in my cat door six years ago with this sponge in his mouth and dropped it at my feet as a gift for me. His owner gave him to me because he just refused to go and six years on, he still brings the same sponge to me every night. I'm pretty sure it is the equivalent of roses in his mind."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1321 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
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1324 days ago

(Not A) Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Technically it is not a Feathered Friend but this a lovely pic from Rosa Marie after her recent visit to Zealandia. Weta used to be much more common, when was the last time you saw a weta in your garden?

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1327 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should be pretty easy.

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1322 days ago

Experience Chilton in Action

Chilton St James School

Visit Chilton Saint James School during May for one of our Open Days, Friday 21 May, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 23 May 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our strong… View more
Visit Chilton Saint James School during May for one of our Open Days, Friday 21 May, 9.00am - 11.00am or Sunday 23 May 1.00pm - 3.00pm.

Discover what makes Chilton the best choice for girl’s education in Lower Hutt. Experience our small classes from Preschool through to Year 13, and our strong academic focus with Cambridge, an internationally recognised curriculum.

Chilton offers specialist teachers including Art, Dance, Music and Te Reo all within a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

At Chilton you can also discover our Dance Centre, free before school care, and a wealth of extra-curricular activities for your daughter.
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1337 days ago

House & Pet Sitting 🏡 🐶 🐱

Paige from Trentham

Hello everyone,

Just me again putting it out there that I am still available for Petsitting and housesitting! I have been super busy and booked so far this year but will be freeing up in the coming months.

I have a few dates already booked in however have lots of space available for 2021 … View more
Hello everyone,

Just me again putting it out there that I am still available for Petsitting and housesitting! I have been super busy and booked so far this year but will be freeing up in the coming months.

I have a few dates already booked in however have lots of space available for 2021 🏡 get in touch with me via message on here or feel free to flick me a text on 0226524010

I am incredibly tidy, sensible and organised. Refer to my previous posts to see some positive feedback from people I have house sat for/ still housesit for!

Thanks everyone, don’t be afraid to get in touch with any questions/ concerns.

Paige Barnden-Leslie

1324 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Miriam

Reporter Community News

This week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a … View more
This week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a busy home or one with young children. I am quite a chatter box and have a very playful side. If this sounds like your kind of cat , please get in touch and we will put you in touch with my foster mum."

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1324 days ago

Warm welcome to Competenz!

Competenz

We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New … View more
We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New Zealand businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Competenz and stay tuned for job listings and other exciting content!
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1324 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we have a pic by Rosa Marie from a recent trip to Zealandia.

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1324 days ago

Upper Hutt Mad About Playgrounds and Play Money

Michael from Trentham

UHCC have spend ratepayers money on children's and young person's playgrounds like it grows on plastic.

I would estimate in the last two-three years, the Council has spent five million dollars on upgrading Upper Hutt children's playgrounds. Some of it a hit or miss as to the … View more
UHCC have spend ratepayers money on children's and young person's playgrounds like it grows on plastic.

I would estimate in the last two-three years, the Council has spent five million dollars on upgrading Upper Hutt children's playgrounds. Some of it a hit or miss as to the popularity of some playground items.

But the Council won't spend a dollar on a single small dog playground even though most of the funding for it could be channelled from exorbitant dog registration fees and other exorbitant fees related to dogs.

A small dog playground at Trentham Memorial Park with permanent agility circuit-type implements/obstacles would cost probably only several thousands of dollars. And there are many more people with dogs who visit TMP weekly than there are children and their caregivers visit the TMP children's playground.

Upper Hutt doesn't need a devoted, separate dog park for various reasons and should not entertain such a development but a small playground with permanently installed weather proof tunnels, hurdles, a-frame, bridge, dog walking plank, hoop would be a welcomed fun amenity for some dogs and their handlers. The Christchurch greater area has nine of them.

1324 days ago

Guide for Carers

Office for Seniors

The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, … View more
The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, assessing needs, getting help at home and being able to take a break from caring.

The Guide for Carers is available online now: bit.ly...

For more information about resources like this and other advice, read our SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

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