Hutt Valley flood 1976
The worst flood in living memory in the Hutt Valley was in Christmas 1976, with 153 millimetres recorded in 24 hours at Avalon
The floods caused $19 million of damage, which amounted to $145.5m in 2015.
We are looking for people who remember the flood, particularly someone who is in the same house. We would love to hear your memories.
Please contact ethan.teora@stuff.co.nz
John Terris former Mayor HCC died 2 Feb 2026 Hutt
NOW THAT WE HAVE NO LOCAL newspapers.
Message just forwarded - the former Mayor of Lower Hutt John Terris died on Monday 2/2/26.
John was Mayor, MP and councillor [city and regional] over the years giving his all to Lower Hutt and beyond.
RIP John.
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.5% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.5% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
Poll: Are you as excited as we are for Te Matapihi’s grand reopening?
Wellington’s Te Awe Library on Brandon St will be closing its doors for good at 5 pm on March 1. It’s been the city’s largest temporary library, and now it’s making way for the exciting return of Te Matapihi Central Library!
We want to know: Are you as excited as we are for Te Matapihi’s grand reopening?
Want all the details? The Post has everything you need to know.
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46.4% Yes
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53.6% No
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