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2060 days ago

Get Your FREE 4 Point Safety Check

Anna Holley from

Before heading out on the roads this weekend, make sure you stop in at your local Beaurepaires and get a FREE 4 Point Safety Check. Life can be busy sometimes, but you’ll never regret taking a few minutes out of your day to ensure your family’s safety. It only takes 15 minutes to complete and … View moreBefore heading out on the roads this weekend, make sure you stop in at your local Beaurepaires and get a FREE 4 Point Safety Check. Life can be busy sometimes, but you’ll never regret taking a few minutes out of your day to ensure your family’s safety. It only takes 15 minutes to complete and no appointment is necessary, however, you can book in online!

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2061 days ago

Mystery in the Library

Kylie from Hutt City Libraries

The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Hutt City Libraries, invites booklovers to an event featuring three local storytellers.

2019 Ngaio Marsh Awards entrants Helen Vivienne Fletcher, Penelope Haines, and Peter King will discuss how they create memorable characters, craft page-turning … View more
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Hutt City Libraries, invites booklovers to an event featuring three local storytellers.

2019 Ngaio Marsh Awards entrants Helen Vivienne Fletcher, Penelope Haines, and Peter King will discuss how they create memorable characters, craft page-turning plotlines, and infuse their exciting storytelling with real-life issues. Ngaio Marsh Awards judge Stephanie Soper will prosecute the offenders.

Lower Hutt War Memorial Library, 2 Queens Drive
Friday 12 April, 6:15pm (panel discussion starts at 6:30pm)
FREE

Helen Vivienne Fletcher is a playwright, poet, writing teacher & children's author. She has been shortlisted for the Joy Cowley Award, was named Outstanding Young Playwright at the Wellington Theatre Awards. and was a finalist for the 2018 Ngaio Marsh Award for Best First novel for her debut BROKEN SILENCE.

Otaki author Penelope Haines grew up in India and Pakistan. Before being a writer she was a nurse, farm manager, CEO, and commercial pilot. STALL TURNS is the third book in her mystery series featuring Kapiti Coast pilot Claire Hardcastle, which has been praised as “just plain fun” with a “smart and sassy” new heroine.

Peter King is a Wellington policy research manager, author, and journalist. He is the author of the modern fantasy series Changels and the futuristic environmental thriller ANIMAL PHARM. He has written over 500 articles and currently broadcasts a monthly radio show for independent authors called Writers' Island.

2061 days ago

Girl Guide Biscuits

Joanne from Fairfield

Anyone out there selling Girl Guide biscuits? Thanks :)

2061 days ago

Naenae Pool closed over earthquake concerns

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from The Hutt News

A popular swimming spot in Lower Hutt is closing to the public for safety.

Naenae Pool clocks up to 450,000 visits every year but has joined a growing list of venues in the Wellington region which are now closed because of earthquake concerns. Hutt City Council made the decision on Tuesday.
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A popular swimming spot in Lower Hutt is closing to the public for safety.

Naenae Pool clocks up to 450,000 visits every year but has joined a growing list of venues in the Wellington region which are now closed because of earthquake concerns. Hutt City Council made the decision on Tuesday.

What do you think? Will you miss having the pool around?

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2062 days ago

Campbell Barry announces mayoral ambitions

Reporter The Hutt News

The Wainuiomata Ward councillor will try to break Ray Wallace's three term stand as Mayor at this year's local elections.

*If you don't want your comments used in an article, just add NFP at the end of your post.

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2061 days ago

Youth Art Class - this Saturday at Petone's Artspace Gallery,

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

There are still a few places left in Saturday mornings youth art class and looks like it could be a perfect weekend for art. Class starts at 10am. all materials supplied - and walk out at midday clutching your freshly completed painting and beaming smile of creative satisfaction. Suitable for… View moreThere are still a few places left in Saturday mornings youth art class and looks like it could be a perfect weekend for art. Class starts at 10am. all materials supplied - and walk out at midday clutching your freshly completed painting and beaming smile of creative satisfaction. Suitable for ages between 7 and 17, no previous experience required. $25 includes all materials and is generously sponsored by Watercolour New Zealand.

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2061 days ago

Upgrading Waterloo Quay level crossing | 13 to 30 April

Kate Thompson from KiwiRail

We’re upgrading the busy northern Waterloo Quay level crossing to make it better able to withstand earthquakes and flooding, safer, and easier for vehicles to cross. If you’re travelling in the area (including to the ferries and Westpac Stadium) please allow extra time and follow the detours. … View moreWe’re upgrading the busy northern Waterloo Quay level crossing to make it better able to withstand earthquakes and flooding, safer, and easier for vehicles to cross. If you’re travelling in the area (including to the ferries and Westpac Stadium) please allow extra time and follow the detours. If you live or work locally, we apologise for the inconvenience and will work as quietly as we can. Thanks for your patience while we carry out this essential work.

More information (including a map of lane/road closures) at the link on our website

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2061 days ago

Omāroro dawn blessing

The Team from Wellington Water

Yesterday morning, Wellington Water and Wellington City Council hosted a dawn blessing of the Omāroro reservoir site, marking the first phase of construction for the project that will more than double the city’s water storage. The ceremony included a traditional blessing by local iwi Taranaki … View moreYesterday morning, Wellington Water and Wellington City Council hosted a dawn blessing of the Omāroro reservoir site, marking the first phase of construction for the project that will more than double the city’s water storage. The ceremony included a traditional blessing by local iwi Taranaki Whānui and formal gifting of the name Omāroro to the project.

Wellington Mayor Justin Lester and Councillor Iona Pannett also attended. Mayor Lester shared a few words on the importance of this project for the future growth and demand as well as the resilience of Wellington City.

It was great to see members of the local community as well as representatives of Wellington City Council, Wellington Water, and contractors involved in the project make their way to the ceremony.

2061 days ago

How to Grow Flowers: our 75th anniversary special

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Yippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice… View moreYippeee! Just received the early copies of How to Grow Flowers 1944-2019, a special edition celebrating our 75th year (making us the oldest continuously published magazine in New Zealand), and it's beautiful! The first of a set coming out this year, How to Grow Flowers features the best advice from our archive, complete with vintage wisdom from long-time subscribers, garden clubs and knowledgeable experts. You have until April 14 to get the pre-sale price of $11.90 (25% off retail price). Order online or phone 0800 624 744.

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