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Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
… View moreRed Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...
Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big … View moreWhite Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big bubble man, magician, fire brigade and loads of organised games all free for the kids.
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Hi everyone,
Does anyone know any reliable and reasonably priced plumbers in Upper Hutt?
I need two jobs done in my bathroom
1) help/ recommendation for replacing my toilet - specifically a 3rd outlet pipe from my toilet into the internal wall, I'm aware this might be a gas release..?? Just… View moreHi everyone,
Does anyone know any reliable and reasonably priced plumbers in Upper Hutt?
I need two jobs done in my bathroom
1) help/ recommendation for replacing my toilet - specifically a 3rd outlet pipe from my toilet into the internal wall, I'm aware this might be a gas release..?? Just need help removing this.
2) I'm installing a new basin, and the plumbing will need to be slightly moved as the mixer is currently centered and will need left aligning.
I really need a qualified plumber to advise on completing these two jobs, and they will most likely only need to do the basin plumbing as my dad is pretty hands on and will try help with most of the other jobs.
Many thanks
Kelsey
Has your home been damaged by the recent earthquakes? Click here to make a claim with EQC.
Thanks to Greytown's new gliding club, kids with their eyes on the sky will get a chance to indulge their passion. Does this sound like something you'd be keen to have a crack at?
Josh Syms will not apply for contract extension as Wairarapa Bush coach as it will clash with new full time development job.
Water supplied to Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt is safe to drink.
Monday's earthquake stirred up sediment in reservoirs and pipes that caused discolouration of the water - but it is still safe to drink.
We received reports of dirty water from all over the four cities … View moreWater supplied to Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt is safe to drink.
Monday's earthquake stirred up sediment in reservoirs and pipes that caused discolouration of the water - but it is still safe to drink.
We received reports of dirty water from all over the four cities shortly after the earthquake. It should now have settled. However, there may be some places where it hasn't, or where dirty water still needs to be cleared.
If you do have dirty water please call your city council so that we can come out and flush the mains. Once it has been flushed, we'll let you know so that you can flush your inside pipes. The best way to do this is to run an outside tap until it clears. If it hasn't cleared after 15 minutes please contact your city council again. We'll then get in touch to work with you on isolating the problem.
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View moreConstruction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big … View moreWhite Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big bubble man, magician, fire brigade and loads of organised games all free for the kids. Free big red double decker bus to get you there and home (Routes to be confirmed) and big bikes arriving in convoy.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day. 26th November, 11:30-3:30pm, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Picnic on the lawn with a great concert for the family. Loads of free fun activities for the kids.
We are organizing a Summer Market as a fundraiser for our school and we are looking for stallholders who like to sell their crafts etc. The cost for a table is $20.00. Please contact us if you are interested or if you know someone else who might be interested let them know!
Recreational Services are pulling the Aquilegia plants out from the northern roundabout garden today. They are in a trailer at the Masterton Town Square and are free for removal. Take your own bag.
White Ribbon Family Fun Day. 26th November, 11;30-3:30pm. Lane Park, 22 lane Street, Upper Hutt. Concert on the lawn, come and picnic and loads of free fun activities for the kids.
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