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A post on the Lower Hutt Kereru Rescue page is a reminder of how cute or ugly, depending on your point of view, baby kereru are.
The little fellah was handed in to the Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust before being handed over the Welington Zoo.
The red-billed gull/tarāpunga will be a familiar sight to anyone from Petone or those who walk the lower reaches of the Hutt River. When they are young the legs and beak are darker and they are often confused with our rare black-billed gull. Unfortunately, the numbers of these native gulls have … View moreThe red-billed gull/tarāpunga will be a familiar sight to anyone from Petone or those who walk the lower reaches of the Hutt River. When they are young the legs and beak are darker and they are often confused with our rare black-billed gull. Unfortunately, the numbers of these native gulls have been declining rapidly since the mid-90s, in some places by as much as 50%. We are managing to turn this around though with recent predator control in some areas seeing their numbers stabilising or slightly increasing. The one here on the rock at the estuary is quite young, you can see his bill is transitioning to the characteristic reddy colour. I call the other photo on the wall at Petone Beach "glitch in the matrix".
The Hutt Valley Tennis Association land at the centre of Hutt City councillor Chris Milne’s unprecedented disciplinary investigation could be sold.
Hutt City councillors on Tuesday accepted a recommendation to take first steps towards revoking the reserve status of part of the land, the first … View moreThe Hutt Valley Tennis Association land at the centre of Hutt City councillor Chris Milne’s unprecedented disciplinary investigation could be sold.
Hutt City councillors on Tuesday accepted a recommendation to take first steps towards revoking the reserve status of part of the land, the first step towards selling it.
Milne, whose wife is president of the tennis association, was in October found to have breached the council’s code of conduct over his ongoing conflict of interest in the matter.
Hutt Valley Health Limited, which has a medical hub next to the 1640 square metre block at Mitchell Park, is interested in buying the land, which is valued at $1.4 million. The council has spent years discussing the potential sale.
Councillors noted the association supported the move if the proceeds of the sale were re-invested in their redevelopment plans.
Milne was not present when the vote was taken.
It is mandatory under the Consumer Information Standards (Care Labelling) Regulations 2000 for many new textile goods supplied in New Zealand to comply with specific sections of the Standard AS/NZS 1957:1998 Textiles – Care labelling.
The purpose of the care labelling consumer information … View moreIt is mandatory under the Consumer Information Standards (Care Labelling) Regulations 2000 for many new textile goods supplied in New Zealand to comply with specific sections of the Standard AS/NZS 1957:1998 Textiles – Care labelling.
The purpose of the care labelling consumer information standard is to make sure that:
• consumers are aware of the method and cost of caring for textile products when they are buying them
• a cleaner can confidently use the information to take care of the textiles
• the textile’s life is not shortened by inappropriate care information or no information
• the textile is not damaged or destroyed by inappropriate care.
It is illegal to supply textile goods that do not comply with this standard and the regulations.
The regulations set out the types of textile goods covered by the standard and what parts of the standard apply to New Zealand.
The standard sets out the words, terms and symbols to use on a label to show the correct way to care for textile goods, including dry-cleaning and washing.
The regulations are issued under section 27 of the Fair Trading Act 1986.
Who do the regulations apply to?
Any person supplying, offering to supply or advertising the supply of new textiles, that require care labelling information, must comply with the regulations. Any person includes retailers, importers, distributors and manufacturers.
Types of supply include textile goods for sale in a shop, on internet auction sites, at markets or stalls or in craft shops.
What textile items have to be labelled with care information?
The care labelling standard contains more details and requirements, some of which are very technical. You should read both the regulations and the standard to make sure you understand all the labelling requirements.
Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...
We've started work on our plan for the next ten years, and we want you to tell us what you think.
We've formed some priorities, so let us know if you think we're on the right track by taking our quick survey here.
It was a big target, but Claire Turner and Gabrielle Ralph rose to the challenge.
The pair from charity Nourish kai hampers raised $135,000 so as many as 1000 families in-need won’t face bare cupboards this Christmas.
About 80 volunteers packed 1000 hampers worth $150 for those who need it most … View moreIt was a big target, but Claire Turner and Gabrielle Ralph rose to the challenge.
The pair from charity Nourish kai hampers raised $135,000 so as many as 1000 families in-need won’t face bare cupboards this Christmas.
About 80 volunteers packed 1000 hampers worth $150 for those who need it most across Porirua, Hutt Valley and Tawa on Saturday – the highest number the charity has put together, and double last year’s demand.
This evening Council gave the green light to the Naenae Town Centre Spatial Plan. This is a significant step forward in the rejuvenation of Naenae and will complement the construction of the new Naenae Pool.
Hi Neighbourly folk, we are looking for some help for a story on medium density housing.
Where are the suburbs and parts of Wellington, the Hutt, Porirua and beyond where there has been medium density done? Where it was done well, and not so well? Where might the opportunities be? Who are the … View moreHi Neighbourly folk, we are looking for some help for a story on medium density housing.
Where are the suburbs and parts of Wellington, the Hutt, Porirua and beyond where there has been medium density done? Where it was done well, and not so well? Where might the opportunities be? Who are the people in your area agitating for and against?
Please contact Rob Mitchell on 027 573 3956 or at rob.mitchell@stuff.co.nz.
Please put NFP if you do not want your comments used by Stuff.
Hi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? … View moreHi everyone,
Now that summer's finally here and the holidays are just around the corner for many, we'd love to hear about your favourite summer holiday memories. Has there been a trip that you continue to think about years later? Where did you go, with who and what did you get up to? What made it such a stand-out experience? As usual, please put 'NFP' in your comment if you don't want it included in a travel article. Cheers.
Looking for some festive or summer fun? We have lots of events coming up before Christmas and over summer at Hutt City Libraries.
Flip through our What's On Guide online (copies also available at your local library) or check out our featured events below!
Family Festive Evening
Petone … View moreLooking for some festive or summer fun? We have lots of events coming up before Christmas and over summer at Hutt City Libraries.
Flip through our What's On Guide online (copies also available at your local library) or check out our featured events below!
Family Festive Evening
Petone Library - Wednesday 9 December, 6pm-8pm
Join us for festive stories, card making and music. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy in the library!
Family Festive Fun
War Memorial Library - Wednesday 16 December, 6pm-7:30pm
Bring the family for a special evening of festive stories, songs and fun at the library.
Bubble Flash Mob
Anzac Lawn (War Memorial Library)
- Tuesday 12 January, 10:30am
Join us for our annual flash mob. We’ll provide the bubbles; all we
need is you!
Storytime at Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe
Thursday 14 January, 10am-11am
Listen to tails, pet the cats, and relax with a cuppa at our pawsome storytime with the Neko Ngeru Cat Cafe in Petone. Ages 7+. Registrations required as spaces are very limited! Book in by emailing LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz or contact your local library.
It is official. The weather in December has been awful
Data from the MetService’s Kelburn monitoring station shows the average wind speed for the first seven days of December has been puffing 10.5kmh more than normal, up from 15.5kmh to 26kmh.
Wellington received 2.5 fewer sunshine hours than … View moreIt is official. The weather in December has been awful
Data from the MetService’s Kelburn monitoring station shows the average wind speed for the first seven days of December has been puffing 10.5kmh more than normal, up from 15.5kmh to 26kmh.
Wellington received 2.5 fewer sunshine hours than average with 47.9 hours, while the average temperature of 17.2 degrees Celsius was below the normal 18.6C.
Can you remember another summer like this one?
Hello neighbours!
Here at No. 8 Building Recyclers we work hard to minimise wood waste. We take old/unwanted doors and make them look good again. If you feel like your door is in need of a make over, contact us!
We also have over 300 restored doors waiting for a new home, check some of them on… View moreHello neighbours!
Here at No. 8 Building Recyclers we work hard to minimise wood waste. We take old/unwanted doors and make them look good again. If you feel like your door is in need of a make over, contact us!
We also have over 300 restored doors waiting for a new home, check some of them on no8recyclers.co.nz...
If you don't find exactly what you're looking for, let us know. We have a fair amount still being processed so not online yet. We can also adjust measurements (extend or trim) in the case you like a door that won't fit your gap.
We have a special discount for Neighbourly, just tell us that you saw us here and you will get 10% discount in any door or service!
Cheers!
Come to the High Street for a Christmas experience for you and your family.
Discover the unique Christmas trees dotted around the Southend of High Street. Local artists, businesses and the community have designed for your Christmas enjoyment.Check out the Street Art Trees on High Street and the … View moreCome to the High Street for a Christmas experience for you and your family.
Discover the unique Christmas trees dotted around the Southend of High Street. Local artists, businesses and the community have designed for your Christmas enjoyment.Check out the Street Art Trees on High Street and the Christmas windows, helping to Light up the Hutt!
Re-Tree, Christmas Tree Pop-up Exhibition About Space Hutt City, Hutt City Council’s Pop-up Programme is hosting Re-Tree Christmas Tree pop-up.
Local artists and creatives have designed and created unique Christmas trees from everyday items. These repurposed, recycled and recreated Christmas trees will become part of an exhibition called Re-Tree.
The exhibition is a community project for the whole family. The trees will be set in a grotto like setting, wander around the space and enjoy the festive atmosphere that has been created by people in our community.
12-23 December, 2020 | 152 High Street (next to F45)
Open Daily: Monday-Thursday 11AM-4PM, Friday 11AM-4PM & 6PM-8PM,
Saturday & Sunday 10AM-4PM
Entry Fee: Koha entry to benefit the Lower Hutt Foodbank (non perishable foods for families).
Come join us in Naenae 9.30am or Wainuiomata 12pm tomorrow to discuss Council's ten year plan.
Our summer challenges are back!
The Big Read - Tamariki ages 5+ can sign-up at their local library from 1 December. They get to read books, complete fun tasks, and be in to win awesome prizes over summer!
The Little Read - For our littlest library people under 5. Sign your pēpi up from 1 … View moreOur summer challenges are back!
The Big Read - Tamariki ages 5+ can sign-up at their local library from 1 December. They get to read books, complete fun tasks, and be in to win awesome prizes over summer!
The Little Read - For our littlest library people under 5. Sign your pēpi up from 1 December. Simply complete 10 activities together then come back in to see us and enter the prize draw.
Explore Read Relax - Our challenges are not just for the kids; explore, read, and relax with us over the summer and be in to win! Grab a challenge card at any Hutt City Library from December 1. Drop your finished card off before 31 January 2021 to go in the draw to win fabulous prizes from our sponsors Atrium Café, The Cuba Press, Mākaro Press, and Schrödinger's Books. Taking part is also a great opportunity to model reading for pleasure over summer with your tamariki.
Find out more at library.huttcity.govt.nz... or pop into your local Hutt City Library to sign up!
Big thank you to all our sponsors that help make our challenges possible:
Anna Manning Real Estate, Atrium Café, Cuba Press, Cupcake Sweeties, The Dowse Art Museum, Gecko Press, HangDog Indoor Climbing Centre, Hutt City Council, Hutt City Kindergartens, LightHouse Cinema Petone, Mākaro Press, Neko Ngeru Cat Café, Queensgate Shopping Centre, Schrödinger's Books, Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Café, and Zealandia.
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