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Ongoing monitoring of toxic algae in the Waipoua River at Colombo Road has confirmed that toxic algae cover is currently low, meaning the warning that has been place since before Christmas has been removed.
There is still a lot of algae in the river at this site, but the composition has … View moreOngoing monitoring of toxic algae in the Waipoua River at Colombo Road has confirmed that toxic algae cover is currently low, meaning the warning that has been place since before Christmas has been removed.
There is still a lot of algae in the river at this site, but the composition has changed. Most of the algae is a species of diatom – slimy but harmless. The close-up below shows a rock that is mostly covered by the diatom species – it’s yellowy/green and bumpy in appearance. You can also see a couple of patches of Phormidium or toxic algae. In the other picture you can clearly see small patches of toxic algae (the dark brown/black patches) amongst large patches of diatom growth.
It’s safe to use the river, but please remain cautious if you are taking your dog down there and make sure they don’t eat anything suspicious (even a small amount of toxic algae can be lethal if they eat it).
On the western side of the region, there is a water quality warning in place for Porirua Harbour at the Rowing Club. The latest sample recorded high bacterial counts which means the site is currently unsafe for swimming. This may have been due to recent rain in the area – rainfall flushes contaminants from land into waterways and we advise you not to swim for at least two days after rainfall, even if a site generally has good water quality.
Don't forget to keep up-to-date with the latest water quality warnings by visiting our interactive water quality map at bit.ly...
Our growing choir turns five this year and is looking for new members to join the fun. We rehearse in Upper Hutt and work with children 4+ through to teens.There are no auditions to join the Major Minors and there are 5 year long scholarships currently available.
Our first rehearsal for 2017 is … View moreOur growing choir turns five this year and is looking for new members to join the fun. We rehearse in Upper Hutt and work with children 4+ through to teens.There are no auditions to join the Major Minors and there are 5 year long scholarships currently available.
Our first rehearsal for 2017 is on Sunday 29 January at The Spot, in Upper Hutt.
Behind the scenes are qualified musicians who run the choir voluntarily and have lots of experience working with developing voices.
We also have an auditioned extension group for more musically experienced/capable singers - The Harmonic Minors. This group performs on their own, gives vocal assistance to the Major Minors and provides leadership opportunities working with the younger children. Auditions are being held on Sunday 29 January at 4pm after the Major Minors rehearsal
Outdoor performances are planned for local destinations this year and we will be defending the Challenge Cup in the under 18 Choir section of the Hutt Valley Performing Arts Competitions in July....again! Concerts are also planned locally and further afield.
For more details check out majorminors.instantencore.com , email us on hvkidschoir@gmail.com or give us a call.
A huge thanks for all the gifts that were donated for the PORSE Christmas gift drive. We were overwhelmed by your generosity and community support. The Women's Refuge were so appreciative for the donation. Thank you, thank you from the Hutt Valley PORSE team.
Hope you all had a lovely … View moreA huge thanks for all the gifts that were donated for the PORSE Christmas gift drive. We were overwhelmed by your generosity and community support. The Women's Refuge were so appreciative for the donation. Thank you, thank you from the Hutt Valley PORSE team.
Hope you all had a lovely Christmas and holiday.
I am getting a new lounge suite and need to sell my current one. I do have a dog that sometimes gets on the furniture but I vacumm and spray each week. This is a 2 seater and 2 x one seaters
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.
Great news at the historic Birchville Dam on Clarke’s Creek where we’ve successfully opened an old intake pipeline, enabling us to lower water levels and reduce the potential downstream impact of a dam failure. Not that that’s likely because, following our inspection of the foundations, all … View moreGreat news at the historic Birchville Dam on Clarke’s Creek where we’ve successfully opened an old intake pipeline, enabling us to lower water levels and reduce the potential downstream impact of a dam failure. Not that that’s likely because, following our inspection of the foundations, all appears to be solid as a rock!
The work, done by GW’s Parks Department along with a team of specialist engineers, was undertaken as part of our dam safety assurance programme.
Hi I have a set of cards against humanity for sale plus a fifth edition pack as well as 8 blank white and 4 blank black cards for you to write your own questions and answers. Excellent condition. contact; 0211651463
86 Pine Avenue is fresh on the market. A great family home in Upper Hutt on a corner section with 3 double generous bedrooms. The home has natural light streaming in and has a spacious feel.
Open plan living and dining area flows onto a recently renovated kitchen. The warm family home has a … View more86 Pine Avenue is fresh on the market. A great family home in Upper Hutt on a corner section with 3 double generous bedrooms. The home has natural light streaming in and has a spacious feel.
Open plan living and dining area flows onto a recently renovated kitchen. The warm family home has a DVS system and heat pump to keep you warm all year round. This property's bathroom has been upgraded to a high spec.
Great section for the kids outside as it sits on a 506m2 section. A double garage for storage and or two vehicles. This place has on street parking, is close to public transport, shops and day cares/schools. With only a short walk to all the amenities you could need 86 Pine Avenue is a golden location.
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Engineers are inspecting the surrounding rock around the historic Birchville Dam in Akatarawa Forest to ensure that it can continue to safely support the dam structure.
The inspection is entirely precautionary.
We work with specialist engineers at Dam Safety Intelligence Ltd. to inspect the… View moreEngineers are inspecting the surrounding rock around the historic Birchville Dam in Akatarawa Forest to ensure that it can continue to safely support the dam structure.
The inspection is entirely precautionary.
We work with specialist engineers at Dam Safety Intelligence Ltd. to inspect the dam routinely as part of a safety assurance programme, and revisit it after any unusual events, such as the earthquake and flood event last month. Engineers tell us there are no safety issues with the dam wall.
We are preparing the area for geo-technical engineers to check the ongoing strength of the rock that the dam is built on and the connection with the abutments. People using the track will see we’ve removed some of the vegetation and soil around the rock so the engineers can do a thorough assessment.
We are looking to reactivate the control valves and reduce the water level behind the dam.
This is an historic site and a very popular walking track. We want to make sure it remains safe for the community and people can keep enjoying it.
From the Greater Wellington Parks Team
Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, … View moreLooking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!
When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?
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The rumour is that the Upper Hutt woman who was murdered in her home several days ago when confronted by four people, was drug-related.
Whether drugs was the issue or not, this woman should not have been killed by these people and I hope justice will come to the perpetrators - though real … View moreThe rumour is that the Upper Hutt woman who was murdered in her home several days ago when confronted by four people, was drug-related.
Whether drugs was the issue or not, this woman should not have been killed by these people and I hope justice will come to the perpetrators - though real justice is seldom if ever, meted out in NZ.
Of course the police know a whole lot more than they are letting on and I believe they will make arrests soon.
The site where the BP Service Station use to be on Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt is to become a bar and cafe.
The large disused property which in stages over the years became an eyesore is finally going to be usefully utilised.
A bar & cafe sounds reasonable and the site is pretty … View moreThe site where the BP Service Station use to be on Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt is to become a bar and cafe.
The large disused property which in stages over the years became an eyesore is finally going to be usefully utilised.
A bar & cafe sounds reasonable and the site is pretty strategically placed for this kind of operation.
Hi there,
Any tilers out there looking for work over the holiday period?
Please message me :)
Thanks,
Paige
I lost my old Galaxy S4 in Tocker St, Taita on Saturday afternoon. It has all the Chistmas photos of my only grandchild and my contacts for my daughter in England. If you have found it please can you return it for a reward. It has been blacklisted and suspended so is of no use to anyone now. … View moreI lost my old Galaxy S4 in Tocker St, Taita on Saturday afternoon. It has all the Chistmas photos of my only grandchild and my contacts for my daughter in England. If you have found it please can you return it for a reward. It has been blacklisted and suspended so is of no use to anyone now. I'm a pensioner and can't afford a new one. Please help me out here
We have an old microwave in very good working conditions to give away. We live in Silverstream, feel free to message me if you want it.
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