Alicetown, Lower Hutt

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1034 days ago

Toxic algae warning

Reporter Community News

Warm weather and low river flows have created the perfect conditions for toxic algae to flourish. Anybody swimming in the Hutt River or any of its tributaries is being urged to look out for algae.
Large mats of black toxic algae have been spotted in the Hutt River and on the Pakuratahi River at … View more
Warm weather and low river flows have created the perfect conditions for toxic algae to flourish. Anybody swimming in the Hutt River or any of its tributaries is being urged to look out for algae.
Large mats of black toxic algae have been spotted in the Hutt River and on the Pakuratahi River at Kaitoke.
Remember algae is particularly dangerous for dogs, so keep you dog on a lead.

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1036 days ago

Are you prepared for Omicron?

Reporter Community News

With experts predicting that numbers are about to rise rapidly we all need to be prepared.

A basic medical kit should include the following:
Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, a thermometer and re-hydration medicines like Hydralyte. Sore throat treatments such salt gargles, honey, or perhaps a local … View more
With experts predicting that numbers are about to rise rapidly we all need to be prepared.

A basic medical kit should include the following:
Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, a thermometer and re-hydration medicines like Hydralyte. Sore throat treatments such salt gargles, honey, or perhaps a local anesthetic lozenge or spray could also be useful.

Also think about having a plan as to how you get basics like bread and milk if you are isolating. Have you talked to neighbours about how you can help each other?

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1036 days ago

What you need to know about masks

Reporter Community News

Are you wearing a mask when you leave home?
With so many on the market, it can be confusing as to what is the best bet. Click on Read More to find out more about masks.
Here are some tips on how to get the best use of a mask.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a mask that… View more
Are you wearing a mask when you leave home?
With so many on the market, it can be confusing as to what is the best bet. Click on Read More to find out more about masks.
Here are some tips on how to get the best use of a mask.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a mask that fits well won’t have any gaps and will prevent air from flowing from the area near your eyes or from the sides of the mask.
“If the mask has a good fit, you will feel warm air come through the front of the mask and may be able to see the mask material move in and out with each breath.”
People with beards can use a mask fitter or brace to help the mask fit tightly over their face.
When wearing a disposable mask, the coloured side – usually blue – goes on the outside, and the edge with a piece of wire, or something similar, in it goes over your nose. The coloured side is water-resistant, while the white side is more absorbent and will suck up droplets and aerosols produced by the wearer.

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1035 days ago

The GRACI Project

Emily from East Harbour

Hi everyone, I'm a Clinical Psychology & Masters student living in Eastbourne. As a member of the Applied Developmental Lab in the School of Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington, we're inviting 5-12 year old children from all around New Zealand to take part in the GRACI … View moreHi everyone, I'm a Clinical Psychology & Masters student living in Eastbourne. As a member of the Applied Developmental Lab in the School of Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington, we're inviting 5-12 year old children from all around New Zealand to take part in the GRACI Project. We are running this study to investigate children’s understanding and use of conversational rules that may be used during interviews with them about past experiences to help them manage difficult questions. If you were interested, we would set up a Zoom video call with your child (you can be present). They will be read a short story and answer questions about it, and will be asked to talk about their morning. To thank children for their time and participation we offer a $10 voucher for the Warehouse or Paper Plus at the end of the session.

If you are interested, click on this link vuw.qualtrics.com... to read more about the study. You can sign up there if you would like to take part!

1035 days ago

Fire ban in place for region

Reporter Community News

he whole of the Wellington region will join the Wairarapa by moving into a restricted fire season.
The restriction will take effect from Wednesday 26 January 2022 at 8:00am and will cover Wellington, Kapiti and the Hutt Valley.
A restricted fire season means anyone planning on lighting an open-air … View more
he whole of the Wellington region will join the Wairarapa by moving into a restricted fire season.
The restriction will take effect from Wednesday 26 January 2022 at 8:00am and will cover Wellington, Kapiti and the Hutt Valley.
A restricted fire season means anyone planning on lighting an open-air fire will need a permit.

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1035 days ago

Covid-19: A guide to looking after yourself

Reporter Community News

How prepared are you for Omicron? it’s a good idea to prepare your home for the possibility that someone you live with may contract the new Covid-19 variant, Omicron.
If you do test positive, you will have to isolate for at least 14 days in your home, or other suitable accommodation.
Household … View more
How prepared are you for Omicron? it’s a good idea to prepare your home for the possibility that someone you live with may contract the new Covid-19 variant, Omicron.
If you do test positive, you will have to isolate for at least 14 days in your home, or other suitable accommodation.
Household members of anyone who is infected will need to remain in isolation for at least 10 days after the positive case has been released from isolation.
Omicron can be in your system for a while before symptoms appear, and it’s unclear how infectious you might be during that time, so having a plan in place before you need it can help make your home as safe and comfortable as possible for everyone living in it.
Click on READ MORE for more information.

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1035 days ago

Safety/school leather shoes size 10

Jenny from Boulcott

Antistatica, made in Italy. Oil resistant. In excellent condition. Size 10
It's very strong shoes for safety or school.
Pick up Boulcott,

Price: $50

1039 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Miley Belle and Molly.

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Robert Mackenzie from Upper Hutt is the proud owner of Miley Belle and Molly.
"Here are two of our retired cats, Miley Belle on the lefty and Molly on the right.
Their motto is Monday to Friday we do nothing and Saturday and Sunday we rest."
Remember if you want your pet featured on … View more
Robert Mackenzie from Upper Hutt is the proud owner of Miley Belle and Molly.
"Here are two of our retired cats, Miley Belle on the lefty and Molly on the right.
Their motto is Monday to Friday we do nothing and Saturday and Sunday we rest."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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1036 days ago

Found in Campbell Terrace

Alan from Petone

Diamond studded pet collar bracelet found in Campbell Terrace Petone.. I suspect the diamonds aren’t real but there may be a cat which is missing it’s collar.
If so let me know.

Free

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1036 days ago

Lower Hutt – your river city

Hutt City Council

RiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency working together with our Mana Whenua partners – Ngāti Toa Rangatira and Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika.

We’re working collaboratively to deliver three separate but … View more
RiverLink is a partnership between Hutt City Council, Greater Wellington and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency working together with our Mana Whenua partners – Ngāti Toa Rangatira and Taranaki Whānui ki te Upoko o te Ika.

We’re working collaboratively to deliver three separate but interdependent projects: flood protection, revitalising Lower Hutt’s central city, and Melling transport improvements.
Find out more

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1037 days ago

Free Stuff

Rebecca from Maungaraki

Free toys, board games, kitchen stuffs and ladies bags free to pick up from 245 Maungaraki Road, Maungaraki. This will be left outside, please help yourself.

***This will be available till 4.30 pm today.

*** Sorry I will not be holding any items.

Many Thanks.

Free

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1037 days ago

German Dictionary

Margaret from Hutt Central

- very useful and up-to-date with current spelling trends

Price: $10

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1037 days ago

LARGE German dictionary

Margaret from Hutt Central

- over 2000 pages

Price: $15

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1040 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

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Simon Woolf visited the South Island over Christmas and he took this beautiful picture of a kotuku.

"Back in the 1970's I got to know National Forest Service Photographer John Johns. John was a phenomenal photographer, who was both technically and creatively brilliant. John was a true … View more
Simon Woolf visited the South Island over Christmas and he took this beautiful picture of a kotuku.

"Back in the 1970's I got to know National Forest Service Photographer John Johns. John was a phenomenal photographer, who was both technically and creatively brilliant. John was a true gentleman. He shared his knowledge freely too.
One of his many amazing photos was a Kotuku in flight, however his photo was very different to other Kotuku photos I had seen. It was the white bird against a white sky, and in Black and White. It was a beautiful piece of art and showed The Kotuku, our White Herons features so precisely.
John Johns along with Geoff Moon would be our greatest ever wildlife bird photographers. They largely worked with film, creating images in a darkroom, and shooting with manual lenses, They respected their environment immensely.
This Kotuku photo, taken yesterday, is a tribute to John, and what he taught me all those years ago. I was very fortunate to have John and Geoff, who both passed away some years ago now, as friends and mentors".

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1046 days ago

The butterflies are coming.....

Ian from Petone

Loads of caterpillars and Monarchs around, already filling up my Swan plants but it is great to see them 🦋

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