East Harbour, Lower Hutt

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Have you made your house all Christmassy yet?

Why not share a snap to be in to win spot prizes! (and the title of NZ's Merriest Home)

2232 days ago

Poll: What are you handing out for Halloween this year?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Halloween is always associated with truckloads of candy! But this year it seems like things are changing and healthy snacks might be on the menu. Is this the case for you?

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What are you handing out for Halloween this year?
  • 25.1% Candy
    25.1% Complete
  • 3.2% Healthy snacks
    3.2% Complete
  • 71.1% Nothing
    71.1% Complete
  • 0.7% Homemade sweet treats
    0.7% Complete
1351 votes
2234 days ago

Poll: Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's … View more
Hi neighbours,

Chicken is a popular dish for many Kiwi families. But are you happy to pay the extra cost for free-range or organic chicken? If so, why do you fork out extra for it? Although buying free-range chicken might be an ethical choice for many, it's not necessarily any healthier than other chicken.

As part of a new Stuff series, we look at why chicken is so cheap to buy nowadays, what happens inside the barn, why chickens get so big and the use of antibiotics in chicken feed. To learn more about what happens to your chicken before you put it in your shopping trolley, click the links above.

Have you got an opinion on the topic? Share your thoughts in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

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Is free-range chicken worth the extra cost?
  • 70.6% Yes
    70.6% Complete
  • 29.4% No
    29.4% Complete
595 votes
2232 days ago

Resene project of the week!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Are your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this … View moreAre your children or grandchildren scared of the dark? Give them something fun to look at when the lights go out with this clever glow in the dark moons made using Resene testpots and Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint. Your kids will love it! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2233 days ago

Introducing Funeral Director Brenden Jacobsen

Ninness Funeral Home

Brenden Jacobsen is the Managing Director of Ninness Funeral Home and feels proud and privileged to be the longest-serving practicing funeral director in Porirua City.

Having grown up in Pauatahanui, Brenden was educated locally before attending St Patrick’s College, Silverstream. Brenden … View more
Brenden Jacobsen is the Managing Director of Ninness Funeral Home and feels proud and privileged to be the longest-serving practicing funeral director in Porirua City.

Having grown up in Pauatahanui, Brenden was educated locally before attending St Patrick’s College, Silverstream. Brenden commenced his career in funeral services in 2001 and has completed studies and qualifications in Embalming and Funeral Directing.

Brenden is a member of the NZ Embalmers Association and is a registered funeral director with the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand.

Brenden has a wide range of interests including travelling, spending time with friends, collecting antiques and reading.
Learn more

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2233 days ago

Bus strike action continuing tomorrow

Community Engagement Advisor from

Metlink would like to thank all bus users for their patience during the current industrial action.

While the strike will continue tomorrow, our operator ensures us that they will be able to cope with minimal disruption to services. Please plan before you travel by checking the Metlink Commuter App… View more
Metlink would like to thank all bus users for their patience during the current industrial action.

While the strike will continue tomorrow, our operator ensures us that they will be able to cope with minimal disruption to services. Please plan before you travel by checking the Metlink Commuter App or our website.

We are in constant contact with our operators and will update you via our social media and website as new information becomes available. For more information, visit our website.

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2233 days ago

HighLight: Carnival of Lights

Te Omanga Hospice

What a spectacular event HighLight Carnival of Lights was over the long weekend. Thank you Hutt City Council and to all the sponsors involved. We are so proud to be the charity partner for HighLight this year.

If you didn't get a chance to donate, you still can. TXT LIGHT to 833 to donate $3 … View more
What a spectacular event HighLight Carnival of Lights was over the long weekend. Thank you Hutt City Council and to all the sponsors involved. We are so proud to be the charity partner for HighLight this year.

If you didn't get a chance to donate, you still can. TXT LIGHT to 833 to donate $3 to Te Omanga Hospice or donate online at teomanga.org.nz

Please note: Each text message regardless of message content, sent to the code 833 will automatically charge your mobile account $3. Please ask the bill payer or mobile account holder. Texts not included in any text bundle agreement.

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2233 days ago

An update on today's bus driver strike

Community Engagement Advisor from

Metlink is monitoring today's strike action by some members of the Tramways Union and is in constant contact with our operators.

- School services have not been affected.
- Services in Porirua are unaffected.
- 98% of services are operating in Wellington city.

Please check RTI on our … View more
Metlink is monitoring today's strike action by some members of the Tramways Union and is in constant contact with our operators.

- School services have not been affected.
- Services in Porirua are unaffected.
- 98% of services are operating in Wellington city.

Please check RTI on our website for up to date information on your travel.

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2234 days ago

Come along to 'Architectural and Social Upheaval in the Hutt’

Callum from Hutt City Council

Join us this weekend to celebrate heritage with an exhibition called ‘Architectural and Social Upheaval in the Hutt’.

The exhibition and series of talks captures the work of a group of Lower Hutt architects, an artist, musician and motorbike rider who lived and worked in Lower Hutt in the … View more
Join us this weekend to celebrate heritage with an exhibition called ‘Architectural and Social Upheaval in the Hutt’.

The exhibition and series of talks captures the work of a group of Lower Hutt architects, an artist, musician and motorbike rider who lived and worked in Lower Hutt in the 1950s. It was an era of radical and exciting new ideas in the Hutt - buildings were curved and set in park like settings and the social scene was alive with new bands, motorbikes and the milk bar social scene.
Find out more!

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2234 days ago

We’re here to help you grow into your new home

Westpac

We know you’d rather be getting into your new home than talking about your mortgage.

And we’d love to help you get into that new home more quickly, so our Mobile Mortgage Managers can meet you at work, at home, at a cafe, or even in the middle of an empty section. They'll meet you at a … View more
We know you’d rather be getting into your new home than talking about your mortgage.

And we’d love to help you get into that new home more quickly, so our Mobile Mortgage Managers can meet you at work, at home, at a cafe, or even in the middle of an empty section. They'll meet you at a time that works best for you and are available seven days a week and in some cases, can even approve your loan for you on the spot.

Click through to find a Mobile Mortgage Manager in Wellington.

Come and talk to us today.
Learn more

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2234 days ago

Poll: Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.
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Lately, we've heard of a lot of people leaving Auckland city due to factors such as the cheaper cost of living, job opportunities or to be closer to family etc. We're keen to know - what age were you when you left Auckland? Let us know by voting below - or tell us more in the comments.

(Add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print)

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Calling all ex-Aucklanders. What age were you when you left?
  • 28.5% 20 - 30 years old
    28.5% Complete
  • 24.3% 30 - 40 years old
    24.3% Complete
  • 23.5% 40 - 60 year old
    23.5% Complete
  • 12.5% 60+
    12.5% Complete
  • 11.2% 0 - 20 years old
    11.2% Complete
456 votes
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2234 days ago

Tow bar

Thomas from Petone

Hi folks, found on Petone Street a adjustable tow bar with a sliding sleeve. Branded Isuzu and is heavy and maybe custom made. Contact me Thomas 0211788488

2234 days ago

Bus driver strike Thursday 25 October

Community Engagement Advisor from

Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Thursday 25 October due to a bus driver strike by members of the Tramways Union.

Please plan before you travel and check the Metlink Commuter App or our website for cancelled services. Note that … View more
Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Thursday 25 October due to a bus driver strike by members of the Tramways Union.

Please plan before you travel and check the Metlink Commuter App or our website for cancelled services. Note that other services may experience heavy patronage demand and delays.

We will keep you updated on our website and social media. For more information visit our website.

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2236 days ago

Missing Wellington boy Xion Flaws found

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Great news! A boy who went missing overnight in Wellington has been found.

The good news was revealed in a Facebook post by his mum Beverly about 8.40am on Monday.

"My son has been found... thank you so much everyone. You have all been so amazing."

To read more, click
here

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2234 days ago

Wellington, Hutt Valley & Porirua routes face disruption - Thursday

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Some of Wellington's bus drivers will strike from tomorrow, but exactly how many are set to down tools remains unclear. The routes which will be affected are operated by Tranzurban, which has been unable to reach a collective agreement with the Tramways Union.

How can I check?

- Public … View more
Some of Wellington's bus drivers will strike from tomorrow, but exactly how many are set to down tools remains unclear. The routes which will be affected are operated by Tranzurban, which has been unable to reach a collective agreement with the Tramways Union.

How can I check?

- Public transport provider Metlink is also unsure how the strike will play out, and is urging commuters to check their bus route before they travel. They can do this on the Metlink app or website, which the organisation says will be kept as up-to-date as possible throughout the strike. Alternatively call the Metlink team on 0800 801 700.

- The only Wellington City routes operated by Tranzurban are numbers 1, 7, 17, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 29. The rest of Wellington City routes are operated by NZ Bus, whose drivers will not strike despite a deal not being reached there either. Full list of affected lines here.

While the strike is set down to end on November 30, union secretary Kevin O'Sullivan says that was an arbitrary date chosen only because strike notices legally required an end date.

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