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The NZ Transport Agency are looking at options to upgrade State Highway 1 (SH1) between Taylors Road, Ōtaki to north of Levin all the way up to just south of the Manawatu River. We want to hear from our stakeholders and communities what’s important to you, what issues you think should be … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency are looking at options to upgrade State Highway 1 (SH1) between Taylors Road, Ōtaki to north of Levin all the way up to just south of the Manawatu River. We want to hear from our stakeholders and communities what’s important to you, what issues you think should be addressed, what opportunities you see and any other ideas you have for the Ōtaki to north of Levin project.
Find out more and have your say online or come along to one of our community events running throughout June 2017.
I am disappointed to have to tell you that I have not heard from any councillors other than Angela McLeod who has acknowledged me and she has indicated that she is looking into it and would like to meet in the near future.
Steve Taylor has contacted me and he at least went and spent time in the … View moreI am disappointed to have to tell you that I have not heard from any councillors other than Angela McLeod who has acknowledged me and she has indicated that she is looking into it and would like to meet in the near future.
Steve Taylor has contacted me and he at least went and spent time in the Library, he says for him its ok, but he could see it might not suit all.
He also said he thought it was an “operational matter” and couldn’t see what he could do, but we could meet if I liked – I felt dismissed so I declined a meeting, I don’t see the point in using my time to talk to folk who are supposed to represent me and don’t know how that works.
I had been having ongoing correspondence with the Director Community Services – one Mike Ryan – who now no longer replies to my letters- I have been asking him to supply often quoted relevant information. He consistently does not supply it.
The Questions:
• To be given access to the quoted research of “similar libraries here and overseas” that Library and Council say is the successful model that they have adopted for our Library. To be given the statistical data and the sources.
I also asked:
• Is the Library registering and counting over the counter complaints?
• Is the Library registering and counting daily requests for help?
• Do staff point out and direct complainants to feedback forms?
I asked the Mayor in person
Now that there is little to no ‘line of sight’ in the Library and people can effectively disappear behind shelving - accident, illness, emergency, criminality all are obscured in the current layout? He told me there were many cameras I asked if they were being monitored, he said he didn’t know but he would ask and get back to me – I am still waiting.
• CCTV who is monitoring and how often? Will incidents be seen while happening or will it be only useful as evidence after the fact?
I have good reason to believe they do not have the information that they quote as the basis for changing our library. I believe they have never had it.
My feeling is that this trendy philosophy has come directly from our new Library Manager, Marion Read, to satisfy Councils need for a ‘cost to benefit’ analysis, so that data could then be used to downsize or downgrade our Library. Something she perhaps was a part of in Auckland where she came to us from?
We don’t even have a Chief or Head Librarian anymore, which has me wondering what the qualifications now are and whether or not Library Managers cost less than Librarians?
Does Marion Read reside in or pay rates in Upper Hutt?
Remember all these people are paid by us to administer our city, and along with fulfilling what the local body law requires of all our local bodies, they are also supposed to reflect their specific community needs, wants and identity!
Our representatives are elected by us to represent us and are paid for by us.
Be assured that I will not vote for anyone that ignores me and takes my money while doing so!
How sad is it that we will now have to spend even more of our unpaid time and effort to require our paid for by us City Council to comply with the law?
My issues are and have always been Accessibility and Inclusivity
If you want more detail on my correspondence with UHCC go to my blog www.publiclibrarytrends.blogspot.co.nz...
On Monday 24th April I emailed all the Councillors individually, except for Steve Taylor whose address I mucked up, he got his a week later.
I asked for their help to get UHCC to provide me with the research evidence of the other similar libraries here and overseas, that Council quote as being … View moreOn Monday 24th April I emailed all the Councillors individually, except for Steve Taylor whose address I mucked up, he got his a week later.
I asked for their help to get UHCC to provide me with the research evidence of the other similar libraries here and overseas, that Council quote as being successful in increasing Library viability, and number of books borrowed since adopting said philosophy.
I requested all the stats/data and sources that UHCC obtained and used as their comparative basis/template/model to change our Library. I have been asking for this since the beginning of February. Either they don’t have it – or they just don’t want me to have it!
I also asked all the Councillors to pop into our Library and give themselves 15mins of an imagined half hour lunch hour to find just two books one by genre and one other by author after H and let me know how they go.
I also have asked if the Library counts/logs requests for help and if they also count ‘over the counter complaints’? They should, in my opinion, be responsible for gathering all user comments, formal or informal.
I also asked that they please contact me to put my face to my name. I am still waiting to be contacted, acknowledged or dignified by any of them.
Wow. How sad is that Upper Hutt? Your elected representatives don’t even have good manners enough to acknowledge my email. Not a single one!
How is that OK to ignore the people you serve, the people who pay you? Contact your elected representatives and make them accountable.
Please add your voice to mine, email your council and say to them just what you have said here on Neighbourly.
UPPER HUTT CITY COUNCIL
Email: askus@uhcc.govt.nz
Web: www.upperhuttcity.com...
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Hi guys,
I've recently been on a bit of tirade because for months now I have been receiving weekly junk mail in my letterbox, despite having two signs requesting No Junk Mail and No Ad Mail Please. This week I finally decided to do something about it.
It occurred to me that if it was … View moreHi guys,
I've recently been on a bit of tirade because for months now I have been receiving weekly junk mail in my letterbox, despite having two signs requesting No Junk Mail and No Ad Mail Please. This week I finally decided to do something about it.
It occurred to me that if it was happening to me then maybe others in the area were getting unwanted ad-mail too? Receiving unwanted mail is always slightly frustrating, but particularly so when you're trying to decrease the demand for paper mail and 'do your bit' for the planet. (One resident in Christchurch collected junk mail for a year and found it stacked up to around 7kg and was nearly two meters high!)
If you're experiencing this problem and want to do something about it then you can contact the Mailbox Helpline on 0800 111 081. It helps them to know what kind of junk mail is being delivered, so they can trace it back to the relevant contractor.
If you don't have a No Junk Mail / Circular / Ad-Mail sign but would like one, you can get a free sticker for your mailbox by making a request through letterboxer.org.nz or, if you simply prefer to get your ad-mail electronically you can use, ecomailbox.co.nz
4 King Charles Drive, Kingsely Heights Upper Hutt.
Sunday 11 June 2017 12 noon – 5:00pm
Kittens and Cats for Adoption, Name the baby Rabbits Competition,
Sausage Sizzle, Lucky Dips.
A debit or credit card may soon be all you need to travel on buses, trains and ferries across the country - unless you are in Auckland.
Greater Wellington Regional Council is looking for an operator for the new system, which could arrive in Wellington as soon as 2020. Each time you jump on public… View moreA debit or credit card may soon be all you need to travel on buses, trains and ferries across the country - unless you are in Auckland.
Greater Wellington Regional Council is looking for an operator for the new system, which could arrive in Wellington as soon as 2020. Each time you jump on public transport around the nation, you would swipe your credit or debit card and be charged the most cost-effective fare. What do you think? Would this be better than our current system? Why? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)
Older side-by-side style, works well - suitable for pet meat or beer fridge etc. Free for removal. Text me on 021 454-964 if interested.
Working with technology and cloud based documents I have a work experience project running in the Upper Hutt City area and thought you or maybe some of your friends might be interested; In a “nutshell” we are looking to give candidates /students or people returning to the workforce who are … View moreWorking with technology and cloud based documents I have a work experience project running in the Upper Hutt City area and thought you or maybe some of your friends might be interested; In a “nutshell” we are looking to give candidates /students or people returning to the workforce who are looking for work experience an opportunity to work and gain experience in an Accounting firm office. Please note that this is not a salaried position, it is solely to gain work experience in an accounting office. We are in the process of creating Accounting Digitisation (Using Digital Technology) to upload work related information into a ‘cloud’ based system. It is a very exciting project and will give candidates the opportunity to reflect this experience onto their CV’s. The business I am assisting, Business Manager will sign off their experience level and accomplishment. The project is already underway and will run for approximately 4 months. Suitable candidates will be anyone who is computer literate and whom is looking for administrative work or related experience, Accounting, Business Management, IT – information technology, Learn office administration skills in a friendly environment. We will interview and select candidates with appropriate skills and availability. Although the project will run for approximately four months, candidates would be scheduled to assist in the project according to their availability or as much time/experience as they require during the remaining months the project will run. Please contact me should you require any further information. Regards Miranda Greer Consultant Westlakes International Recruitment Ltd phone: +64(0)4 889 0702 m: +64(0)21 258 0099 miranda@westlakesrecruitment.com
Hello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry … View moreHello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry specialists.
Take advantage of special offers - only available at the show - and enjoy a friendly atmosphere at Wellington’s finest exhibition venue. 9-11 June, TSB Arena and Shed 6, Wellington. We would love to see you there!
Thanks for your comments everyone- interesting discussion! Comments are now closed.
The traditional sausage sizzle fundraiser is being given a healthy makeover as part of a scheme to improve Kiwis' health.
Healthy Families is trying to convince charities to sell healthier foods, rather than… View moreThanks for your comments everyone- interesting discussion! Comments are now closed.
The traditional sausage sizzle fundraiser is being given a healthy makeover as part of a scheme to improve Kiwis' health.
Healthy Families is trying to convince charities to sell healthier foods, rather than the traditional fried sausages on white bread with tomato sauce. What do you think? Do we need to make sausage sizzles healthier or is this messing with a Kiwi tradition? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
As part of the Aotea College rebuild, the school is aiming to build a 500 seat performing arts centre for use by the whole of the Porirua community. It's the missing centre that Porirua desperately needs. Please consider dontating to the schools GiveALittle page (givealittle.co.nz...)
We are urgently looking for people to help our current volunteers every week day morning up at the inn, to assist with cage cleaning. You will be rewarded with endless kitten loves. If you can spare a few hours please email us for an application - no experience needed : ) info@kitteninn.org.nz
Greater Wellington Regional Council works with volunteers like you to plant up to 25,000 trees a season and we need your help!
Join us this year and help us achieve our goal of planting 25,000 trees a season. You make the difference.
Join us at MacKays Crossing entrance at Queen Elizabeth … View moreGreater Wellington Regional Council works with volunteers like you to plant up to 25,000 trees a season and we need your help!
Join us this year and help us achieve our goal of planting 25,000 trees a season. You make the difference.
Join us at MacKays Crossing entrance at Queen Elizabeth Park for a morning of tree planting on the 2nd of July from 10am-2pm.
There will be free a free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring appropriate footwear and warm clothes.
For more information, please visit www.gw.govt.nz... or RSVP to the Facebook event goo.gl...
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