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We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View moreWe Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....
Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!
If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...
Although nettle can make a nice tea on occasion, the perennial nettle (Urtica diocia) that our pest plants team deal with can form dense patches that compete with other native species for space and light. Livestock also don’t like it which reduces the area available for grazing. Not to mention it… View moreAlthough nettle can make a nice tea on occasion, the perennial nettle (Urtica diocia) that our pest plants team deal with can form dense patches that compete with other native species for space and light. Livestock also don’t like it which reduces the area available for grazing. Not to mention it stings! (Which is not a reason for controlling it of course but we are happy about that).
The upright herb can grow up to 1.5 metres tall and has leaves that are heart shaped and toothed, covered in hairs that may sting. It’s often found in older gardens, forest margins, pasture, streams and river banks.
Our pest plants team are mostly finding it around rivers and streams in the Wairarapa, but have also found it in areas which are grazed by livestock. So, if you think you’ve seen perennial nettle, the team wants to know. They’ll control it for free! Contact pest.plants@gw.govt.nz.
Read more about perennial nettle and what you can do about it here: www.gwrc.govt.nz...
It’s with great pleasure that we have recently formalised a relationship with the Wellington Children’s Hospital. As part of this, we have donated them two vehicles – a Ford Focus and Mazda CX-3 which look fantastic and will be seen around town a lot!
Capital City Motors have been a proud … View moreIt’s with great pleasure that we have recently formalised a relationship with the Wellington Children’s Hospital. As part of this, we have donated them two vehicles – a Ford Focus and Mazda CX-3 which look fantastic and will be seen around town a lot!
Capital City Motors have been a proud Wellington business since 1923 and with that longevity comes a responsibility to give back to the community and we couldn’t think of a more deserving organisation than the children’s hospital.
Just days to go till the Wellington Home & Garden Show! The first 500 visitors each day receive a complimentary block of Cadbury Coco Chocolate!
FRI & SAT 10am– 5pm
SUN 10am – 4pm
WESTPAC STADIUM
Over 210 exhibitors showcasing the latest trends & innovations, … View moreJust days to go till the Wellington Home & Garden Show! The first 500 visitors each day receive a complimentary block of Cadbury Coco Chocolate!
FRI & SAT 10am– 5pm
SUN 10am – 4pm
WESTPAC STADIUM
Over 210 exhibitors showcasing the latest trends & innovations, massive show only specials and prizes up for grabs, including your chance to win a $20,000 show prize! It’s the perfect day out for the family, you can even watch the Phoenix play on Saturday! Indoor and outdoor home solutions, home décor, kitchens, bathrooms and everything in-between! See you there!
At Stokes Valley Tennis Club we love tennis and welcome anyone interested to check us out!!
Our junior coaching programme runs for two school terms on Sunday afternoons. We also run Hot Shots Coaching which caters to younger players with size-appropriate equipment.
We are having two Junior … View moreAt Stokes Valley Tennis Club we love tennis and welcome anyone interested to check us out!!
Our junior coaching programme runs for two school terms on Sunday afternoons. We also run Hot Shots Coaching which caters to younger players with size-appropriate equipment.
We are having two Junior Open Days on Sunday 17th & 24th September.
Come check us out to register for a season of coaching and/or interclub tennis.
Details are on the flyer but we will run two groups:
1pm-2pm - 11yrs
and under
2.30pm-4pm - 12yrs and over
Games, treats and activities lead by our friendly coaches from Evolve Tennis.
We will run the BBQ to keep tummies well fed!
Lets make it a fun & exciting start to the season - bring some friends along for a good time!
Racquets available to borrow :)
Please check our flyer or our website www.stokesvalleytennisclub.org.nz......
Or contact:
Theresa Lill
Junior Convenor
0211679413 or theresalill.svtc@gmail.com
TERESA SECKER ART
Contemporary New Zealand Artist (Bachelor of Arts & Graduate Diploma of Teaching)
ART HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
WEEK 2: Monday 9th – Friday 13th October
9:30am-12pm each morning.
ENROLLING NOW!
Teresa Secker Studio/Gallery
75A Kirton Drive
Riverstone Terraces
… View moreTERESA SECKER ART
Contemporary New Zealand Artist (Bachelor of Arts & Graduate Diploma of Teaching)
ART HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
WEEK 2: Monday 9th – Friday 13th October
9:30am-12pm each morning.
ENROLLING NOW!
Teresa Secker Studio/Gallery
75A Kirton Drive
Riverstone Terraces
Upper Hutt
Phone: 527 9397 for more information
$25 per session
plus a once-off $10 materials cost for the week
Please bring your own:
Large canvas or selection of canvas boards/canvas pad
1 art apron (or order one from Teresa)*Please bring along something personally significant like a toy/object or photo. Also, if required, a snack to keep your energy up! BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL AS NUMBERS ARE LIMITED www.teresasecker.co.nz... Please note: The Studio is down a lane, on a back section. Please park on the road side and walk down my driveway.
Making best use of the flow from the indoor to the outdoor area can add a sense of space and ambience to your home. We look at what you need to consider for decks and balconies.
Decks
Indoor/outdoor living and long summer evenings on the deck and around the barbeque are a favourite part of … View moreMaking best use of the flow from the indoor to the outdoor area can add a sense of space and ambience to your home. We look at what you need to consider for decks and balconies.
Decks
Indoor/outdoor living and long summer evenings on the deck and around the barbeque are a favourite part of family life for many New Zealanders. Plan for good indoor/outdoor flow in your design and consider your decking needs. The position of the house in relation to sun and boundaries will dictate the size and shape of the deck to a certain extent. Be aware that there may be local council restrictions on how much ground a deck can cover.
Other matters to consider are shading and shelter from the prevailing wind. To make the deck more interesting, consider in-built seating, steps, planters and unusual floor shapes.
If you are building a deck as part of a renovation, you will need building consent if the deck is more than one metre above the ground. Contact your local council for advice. Decks more than one metre above the ground must have a barrier (of at least one metre high – Clause F4.3.1 Building Code). Your council will be able to advise you about fencing requirements, any boundary restrictions and any resource consents required.
If you are doing the work yourself, make sure you use the correct grade of timber treatment, have the right gaps between decking boards (approximately 6mm between decking boards and 12mm between the deck and building walls). This is important to allow drainage and resist rotting.
Use bolts and flashing suitable for decks and make sure barriers comply with the Building Code.
Balconies
There are important design and construction requirements for balconies to make sure they don’t leak and rot, such as:
A step-down from the doorsill
A slope on the balcony floor
A gap between the balcony and the wall claddings
Taking care around junctions to ensure weathertightness
Using correctly treated timber
Rotting balconies, decks and balustrades have been identified as a significant safety hazard.
Source: www.consumer.org.nz...
The Upper Hutt police station will be open on weekends between 8am and 4pm again after 15 months of reduced service. They have also extended their opening hours during the week until 7pm.
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