Belmont, Lower Hutt

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

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

1193 days ago

Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River bank protection – Heretaunga, Upper Hutt

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We've begun work on stabilising the banks of Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River at Heretaunga near the Royal Wellington Golf Club in Upper Hutt, alongside the popular Hutt River Trail.

This is co-funded by Greater Wellington and the Government’s Kānoa Resilient River Communities Programme. … View more
We've begun work on stabilising the banks of Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River at Heretaunga near the Royal Wellington Golf Club in Upper Hutt, alongside the popular Hutt River Trail.

This is co-funded by Greater Wellington and the Government’s Kānoa Resilient River Communities Programme. 🌱💙

1194 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet (Benjamn Button) aka Peepo

Reporter Community News

Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A … View more
Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A couple weeks ago we adopted Benjamin Button, now called Peepo. He has been a delight and a half, to say the least, and has grown so big in such a small amount of time! Slowly, he has adjusted to his new home and is now a superb older brother to his little sister, Namnam. The staff at the SPCA were super helpful throughout the entire adoption process, even giving us tips on how to introduce our new kittens. Suffice to say they are now best buddies."

1196 days ago

Shine a light on your favourite picture

Reporter Community News

Lock-down can be a little boring so to keep amused I am asking you to post an interesting or favourite picture.
Mine is the Baring Head lighthouse near Wellington.
It is a rugged and beautiful spot, and the light was just right for this picture.
Post a picture and tell us a little bit about it.

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1193 days ago

COVID-19 test

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

We have had large numbers of people call to book a COVID-19 test this morning – a reminder to please call Healthline first for advice on 0800 611 116, and to confirm if you need a test.

If you are a close contact, have been to a location of interest or have symptoms you are a priority and please… View more
We have had large numbers of people call to book a COVID-19 test this morning – a reminder to please call Healthline first for advice on 0800 611 116, and to confirm if you need a test.

If you are a close contact, have been to a location of interest or have symptoms you are a priority and please get tested.

Information on testing sites, hours, and how to book a test is located on Healthpoint. www.healthpoint.co.nz...

If you don’t manage to get through to our booking number at first, please try again. We have increased the number of sites and extended our hours so everyone who needs to be tested can be tested.

Thank you to everyone for your patience.

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1194 days ago

Friday puzzle

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Here is a weekend puzzle for those of you who enjoyed the last one. Answer to follow on Monday.

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1193 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter The Hutt News

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Hutt News right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here. Read now

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1194 days ago

Wellington Free Ambulance needs your support

Reporter Community News

Covid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region… View moreCovid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region and if 85,.000 text ONESIE to 3181 to donate $3, that would be an incredible $255,000, the cost of a new ambulance. You can also donate online at onesieday.co.nz

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1194 days ago

COVID-19 testing

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

If you or a whānau member have been to a location of interest (bit.ly...) or are displaying COVID-19 symptoms please call Healthline (0800 358 5453), your doctor or your iwi health provider to book a test at one of our community based assessment centres (CBACs).

A full list of testing locations … View more
If you or a whānau member have been to a location of interest (bit.ly...) or are displaying COVID-19 symptoms please call Healthline (0800 358 5453), your doctor or your iwi health provider to book a test at one of our community based assessment centres (CBACs).

A full list of testing locations and hours are available on Heath Point’s website: bit.ly...

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1194 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1194 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lower Hutt

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1194 days ago

Repairs and Alterations

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean (The Curtain Store)

At Curtain Clean we take care of all types of repairs!
- Repair undone hems
- Repair rips and broken bartacks
- Repair ripped sides of curtains
- Shortening of curtains


If you have curtain problems we can probably fix them! Call us on 0800 579 0501 if you have something you would like to … View more
At Curtain Clean we take care of all types of repairs!
- Repair undone hems
- Repair rips and broken bartacks
- Repair ripped sides of curtains
- Shortening of curtains


If you have curtain problems we can probably fix them! Call us on 0800 579 0501 if you have something you would like to discuss with us, or click the link to contact us by email.

1195 days ago

Digital Boost is here to help

Digital Boost

Lockdowns are tough for many in business, so let us share the load.

Whether it's setting up technology to keep your business running smoothly, or advice on working remotely.

Get in touch with us, we’d love to help.

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1195 days ago

Nominate your Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Kia ora Wellington neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community –… View more
Kia ora Wellington neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community – the one doing exceptional mahi to make Wellington a better place.

Nominations close 31 August and only take 5 minutes.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.co.nz...

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1196 days ago

Mr December

Louise from Woburn

Meet Mister December in my Wild birds of New Zealand 2022 calendar. He obviously didn't get the memo about being a "stately royal spoonbill". I'm in a hide at Pauatahanui, but he totally knows I'm there and is clacking his just desserts spoon at me in case I was thinking of… View moreMeet Mister December in my Wild birds of New Zealand 2022 calendar. He obviously didn't get the memo about being a "stately royal spoonbill". I'm in a hide at Pauatahanui, but he totally knows I'm there and is clacking his just desserts spoon at me in case I was thinking of doing anything funny. Royal spoonbill/kōtuku ngutupapa (Platalea regia).


The calendars are a large A3 size and $28 each. I've heard they make a lovely Christmas present or you can keep it for yourself and have this handsome lad hanging in your kitchen for a whole month. DM me or email me on louise@louisethomas.co.nz to pre-order a calendar or for other details. Ready end of September/early October. Shipping at cost or free pick-up in Woburn, Lower Hutt. No payment required until ready for shipping/pick-up.

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1196 days ago

Alert Level 4

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

All Capital & Coast DHB and Hutt Valley DHB facilities will adopt a no-visitors policy unless there are exceptional circumstances during COVID-19 alert level 4.

These are:
• a birthing partner for women in labour
• a person supporting a patient with a disability
• a support person for a … View more
All Capital & Coast DHB and Hutt Valley DHB facilities will adopt a no-visitors policy unless there are exceptional circumstances during COVID-19 alert level 4.

These are:
• a birthing partner for women in labour
• a person supporting a patient with a disability
• a support person for a kaumātua if they require when visiting a patient
Our visitor policy webpages will be updated to reflect this shortly.
As most people should be staying isolated at home, those who are permitted to visit as part of these exceptions will be assessed at the front door and their details will be registered.
During alert level 4, we are prioritising urgent and acute services, and rescheduling planned procedures and outpatient appointments where safe to do so.
We are contacting all affected patients but if you have not heard from us, and are unsure whether to come to your scheduled appointment, please phone Hutt 04 566 6999 the day before your appointment to confirm.
Please note that emergency and urgent services are not affected.
We will continue to provide patients and the public with information as developments progress.
Thank you all for your support at this time.

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