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Can anyone recommend a business that suctions out septic tanks? I thought I'd found a good one in GT Environmental, but it turns out that they're not willing to dig down to reach the hatch (it's about 400mm underneath soft soil.) Their guy turned up to do the job then just walked … View moreCan anyone recommend a business that suctions out septic tanks? I thought I'd found a good one in GT Environmental, but it turns out that they're not willing to dig down to reach the hatch (it's about 400mm underneath soft soil.) Their guy turned up to do the job then just walked away without speaking to us, leaving their office manager to call me to say that the hatch wasn't accessible. She was very nice, don't get me wrong, but I thought the whole point of paying for a service like this was the whole job, not just part of it. Thoughts/suggestions welcome!
Greater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, … View moreGreater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, priorities for public transport and regional resilience. Share your feedback at www.whatmatters.co.nz by April 29
Two trampers who got into difficulty in the Tararua Range have been flown to safety. The trampers …
We’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to … View moreWe’ve identified in the next decade the Wairarapa trains need upgrading. We’re proposing investing $33 million to this work in the next ten years. We want to know whether you think we should commit to this work in the next five years or delay this work until after 2022.
Should we commit to upgrading the Wairarapa trains in the next five years?
Have your say on our Ten-year Plan, consultation closes Sunday April 29, visit www.whatmatters.co.nz...
Who is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's … View moreWho is doing great work in your local community? Help us celebrate the valuable work of community group volunteers.
Nominations for the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards are now open. Enter your favourite community group and they could win a share of $50,000 award money.
It's quick and easy to nominate a community group online.
A major Featherston development project has been cancelled, but nobody will say exactly why. The Fe…
Two trampers who died in Tararua Forest Park were just 900 metres away from their intended destinati…
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View moreAre you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?
Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.
Everyone's heard of Xero, but a little-known Masterton-based software company has been steadily hoov…
Neighbours of a neglected and vandalised hotel on a Christchurch main street have called for action …
Taxpayers are being asked to fork out $25 million to help pay for the $165m construction cost of Sir…
Teachers said her son didn't have autism, he was poorly behaved, and she was a bad parent. Sarah Bl…
Post-earthquake demolition has pushed a Wellington landfill into new areas – creating an unfortunate…
The splendour of the Elysee Palace was on full display, the Republican Guard in their finery, to wel…
Greater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, … View moreGreater Wellington are reviewing our Ten-year Plan which prioritises what projects we plan to deliver to the region for the next decade and beyond. We’re also consulting on our Revenue and Financing Policy. We want to hear from you about a range of issues including how we fund flood protection, priorities for public transport and regional resilience. Share your feedback at www.whatmatters.co.nz by April 29.
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