Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

Open that wardrobe..

Open that wardrobe..

...and list your used items on Market. This weekend is our Neighbourly (online!) Winter Garage Sale

489 days ago

69 leaks and counting

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wellington Water is reporting that it has fixed 69 leaks in Lower Hutt this week.
You can view a full list of how many leaks it has fixed by clicking on Read More.

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484 days ago

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484 days ago

Seaview Road Traffic Management - Barber Grove project

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Wellington Water acknowledges the Port Road detour at Seaview has caused significant delays. We very much appreciate your patience while these critical works are underway.

The traffic management in place is intended to ensure the necessary works are done as quickly and safely as possible. We did… View more
Wellington Water acknowledges the Port Road detour at Seaview has caused significant delays. We very much appreciate your patience while these critical works are underway.

The traffic management in place is intended to ensure the necessary works are done as quickly and safely as possible. We did investigate other options to avoid a one-way system on Seaview Road - but none were suitable or practical given the scope of works and electricity cables in the immediate area.

This current wastewater infrastructure which serves almost the entire Hutt Valley is vulnerable in the event of flooding or a large earthquake, and we just want to get on with renewing it, so the community is not subject to these risks and has a modern and resilient wastewater network.

The reality is we have two major arterial routes converging at the Seaview roundabout at peak times, and unfortunately, slow-moving traffic is unavoidable.

We now have additional signage in place along the route and will keep monitoring the traffic situation closely and make changes where we can.

Our crew is committed to completing the works quickly and safely and we’ll keep you informed as progress is made.

484 days ago

Applications closing soon!

Bob Scott Retirement Village

Since 1999, our residents and team members have raised more than $5.1 million for charities across New Zealand and Australia.

Supporting fellow pioneers isn’t new. It’s in our DNA. Learn more about becoming our charity partner for 2022/23.

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485 days ago

Newsable… Worth Talking About.

Newsable

Join Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells for your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.

The podcast drops each weekday from 6am on newsable.co.nz or listen on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods.
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485 days ago

Our Grants Round is now live!

Nikau Foundation

Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key … View more
Applications for Nikau Foundation’s 2023 Grants Round close at midnight on Monday the 20th of March.

Nikau Foundation understands that every community organisation needs different kinds of support to grow and give back to our communities. Funding can help you pay the bills, expand key services, support more people in our communities or transform blue sky ideas into reality.

Whatever help your organisation needs to grow, Nikau Foundation may be able to help.
Find out more

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486 days ago

Got a business that makes your day?

Prospa

It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the … View more
It's time to make their day in return! There's been hundreds of incredible nominations in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero Awards already - but have we got yours?

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero Awards including a incredible package worth $10,000. Just share a few words about why they make your community a better place to live.

Your favourite local will thank you!
Nominate now

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493 days ago

What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other … View more
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?

Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.

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488 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats,visit www. census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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489 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I … View more
It has been a while since I posted a Friday Feathered Friend. This week it is a contribution from Louise Thomas.
"This is not the best photo of a variable oystercatcher - it's not even the best photo I took that day, but it is interesting. I noticed he/she was tagged - meet CT7. I snapped him/her in the Hutt Estuary on 12 January and sent a report off to the Banding Office as you do and got back a very interesting report about the bird.
He/she was banded on Bell Island, Waimea Inlet, Tasman on 28/05/2022 in his/her 2nd year. Sex is unknown. CT7 is a busy chap, since banding this bird has been re-sighted at Saxton Field, Stoke, Nelson on 28/06/2022 and 19/07/2022. This bird is part of a research study on the morphometrics, population trends, longevity and movements of variable oystercatchers in the Golden/Tasman Bays region.

So, if you see CT7 don't forget to report him/her to the banding office.
Variable oystercatcher/ tōrea (Haematopus unicolor). Bird #14 in 2023.

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492 days ago

Check you have your census pack

Stats NZ

If you need more forms or accessibility formats, visit www.census.govt.nz, or call 0800 236 787 for help. Find out more

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492 days ago

New traffic management for Seaview

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

On behalf of Hutt City Council, we’re duplicating a section of old wastewater pipe (its 60 years old) from the Barber Grove Pumpstation down Randwick Road and Seaview Road - finishing at the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant.

From 10pm next Sunday (5 March) for up to four weeks, Seaview … View more
On behalf of Hutt City Council, we’re duplicating a section of old wastewater pipe (its 60 years old) from the Barber Grove Pumpstation down Randwick Road and Seaview Road - finishing at the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant.

From 10pm next Sunday (5 March) for up to four weeks, Seaview Road, between the Randwick Road roundabout and the Parkside Road roundabout will be closed to northbound traffic (Petone bound).

As a result, a signposted detour will be in place via Barnes Street.

Business access on Seaview Road will be available and maintained throughout the closure. Southbound traffic travelling towards Eastbourne remains on Seaview Road.

We acknowledge these works will be an inconvenience to commuters, local residents, and businesses, please be patient, and plan for delays.

Works are generally between 7am – 5:30pm Monday to Friday, with some Saturday work as required - this is dependent on weather and onsite construction conditions.

More information www.wellingtonwater.co.nz...

493 days ago

We are looking for a 6v battery for a little boys ride on jeep

Tj from Wainuiomata

Hey guys does anyone have a 6v battery same or similar to the one in the photo, or even an old electric something i can tear a battery out of. we are trying to get this young autistic boys little electric jeep working, it looking like its battery is stuffed so im hoping someone has one laying … View moreHey guys does anyone have a 6v battery same or similar to the one in the photo, or even an old electric something i can tear a battery out of. we are trying to get this young autistic boys little electric jeep working, it looking like its battery is stuffed so im hoping someone has one laying around they dont want, if so can we have it? cheers guys

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494 days ago

Want to recognise your favourite local business?

Prospa

New Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery … View more
New Zealand's small businesses have had another tough few weeks. We're calling on you, wherever you are across the country, to recognise a local business making a difference in your community.

We all love a cheeky grin and a wave from our local grocer, or a toot from the delivery driver, or a coffee order that’s ready before we arrive. These are the business owners who remind us we're home.

Give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2023 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
Nominate now

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495 days ago

St Mark’s School & Preschool Open Day

St Marks School & Preschool

Explore St Mark’s School at our open day on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th of March 2023. Our Open Days are an opportunity for you to learn more about how St Mark’s School can give your child the best education possible. Our teachers are committed to helping your children achieve their potential … View moreExplore St Mark’s School at our open day on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th of March 2023. Our Open Days are an opportunity for you to learn more about how St Mark’s School can give your child the best education possible. Our teachers are committed to helping your children achieve their potential in a safe and caring environment.

Small class sizes mean that students are encouraged to ask questions and explore different points of view. Come and explore St Mark’s.
Find out more

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