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White Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big … View moreWhite Ribbon Family Fun Day, 26th November, 11:30-3:30PM, Lane Park, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt. Come and picnic on the lawn, lots of space to chill out and take in the concert while you enjoy your goodies from home or bought food from from the several food trucks on site. Bouncy castles, big bubble man, magician, fire brigade and loads of organised games all free for the kids.
Hi everyone,
Does anyone know any reliable and reasonably priced plumbers in Upper Hutt?
I need two jobs done in my bathroom
1) help/ recommendation for replacing my toilet - specifically a 3rd outlet pipe from my toilet into the internal wall, I'm aware this might be a gas release..?? Just… View moreHi everyone,
Does anyone know any reliable and reasonably priced plumbers in Upper Hutt?
I need two jobs done in my bathroom
1) help/ recommendation for replacing my toilet - specifically a 3rd outlet pipe from my toilet into the internal wall, I'm aware this might be a gas release..?? Just need help removing this.
2) I'm installing a new basin, and the plumbing will need to be slightly moved as the mixer is currently centered and will need left aligning.
I really need a qualified plumber to advise on completing these two jobs, and they will most likely only need to do the basin plumbing as my dad is pretty hands on and will try help with most of the other jobs.
Many thanks
Kelsey
Large "kidney shape table with half upper section. We used it for Lego. Will need collecting. I took the legs off and transported it in a ford focus.
Still heaps left, come and check it out at
32 Bush Street, Naenae
We will be open till late this afternoon!!!
books / lounge suite / jewellery / photo frames / clothes / soft toys ... And much much more......
Udy Street in Petone remains closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia street due to a blown culvert. Wellington Water are arranging an inspection tomorrow. Once the inspection is complete, we will advise when that section of the road will reopen.
The Silverstream Landfill will be closed tomorrow… View moreUdy Street in Petone remains closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia street due to a blown culvert. Wellington Water are arranging an inspection tomorrow. Once the inspection is complete, we will advise when that section of the road will reopen.
The Silverstream Landfill will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday 16 November), as trees have blocked access to the landfill. However rubbish and recycling will be collected as usual.
RIVERS & STREAMS
Waiwhetu Stream is now within its banks. Residents who were advised to evacuate can now return to their homes. They need to be aware of any risks. Council Building Officers will do a door-to-door knock on Wednesday to assess damage. Any concerns contact Hutt City Council 04 570 6666
ROADS
Wainuiomata Hill Road: both southbound lanes to Wainuiomata are open. On the sided of the road there is a slip and a downed pole, so be cautious.
Eastern Hutt Road: both lanes now open. Surface flooding under Silverstream Rail Bridge – drive with care.
SH2 northbound Petone - Ngauranga is open, but reduced to one lane - heavy traffic, expect delays
WELLINGTON HARBOUR FERRY UPDATE:
The harbour ferry is sailing this afternoon.
Due to repairs and inspection completed at Days Bay Wharf the harbour ferry will be operating to a restricted timetable departing Queens Wharf at 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
Departing Days Bay at 4:55pm, 5:55 pm and 6:50 pm.
No sailings in or out of Seatoun.
Has your home been damaged by the recent earthquakes? Click here to make a claim with EQC.
This is one of the old fashioned rectangular trampolines. It is in pretty rough condition to be honest. Needs 2 of its legs tacked back on and a good clean up and paint. Once that is done there is nothing wrong with it. Pick up is in Park Road Belmont. We inherited this trampoline and it is time … View moreThis is one of the old fashioned rectangular trampolines. It is in pretty rough condition to be honest. Needs 2 of its legs tacked back on and a good clean up and paint. Once that is done there is nothing wrong with it. Pick up is in Park Road Belmont. We inherited this trampoline and it is time for it to go to someone else, so come and get it. Contact Mike, 021 02722362 to make arrangements.
ROADS AND TRANSPORT
Vehicle access is closed on Daly Street between High Street and Andrews Ave. One side of the footpath is also closed with work to be completed to a building in the coming days.
Udy Street is closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia Street, repairs are underway to a burst … View moreROADS AND TRANSPORT
Vehicle access is closed on Daly Street between High Street and Andrews Ave. One side of the footpath is also closed with work to be completed to a building in the coming days.
Udy Street is closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia Street, repairs are underway to a burst water main.
All other Lower Hutt roads are open.
All public transport is operating.
COUNCIL SERVICES
Silverstream Landfill is closed. It is set to open on Saturday. Fallen trees are blocking the road and up to 40 more trees require removal to ensure no further risk. Kerbside rubbish and recycling collection is going ahead as usual.
All other Council facilities are open.
OTHER SERVICES THROUGHOUT LOWER HUTT
QUEENSGATE SHOPPING CENTRE
Is currently closed until Sunday 20 November. Visit queensgateshopping.co.nz for more info.
WAINUIOMATA MALL / COUNTDOWN WAINUIOMATA
The Wainuiomata Mall is currently closed From today, Countdown will be running a free bus services from Countdown Wainuiomata carpark twice daily to Countdown Petone for local customers. The bus will leave from outside the WINZ office in the Wainuiomata Mall main carpark at 10am and 5pm. It will return approximately an hour later from Petone to Countdown Wainuiomata. Visit Countdown Supermarkets for more info
COUNCIL BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Council officers have completed assessment of the 59 earthquake-prone buildings registered in the city, and one of these buildings requires further inspection by an engineer.
Council officers are now investigating any other buildings that they’ve been notified about.
Concerned a building has structural damage?
If you’re the tenant of a building that you suspect has suffered structural damage please notify the owner in the first instance and then inform Council of the address.
If a building does have structural damage the owner will need to get an engineer’s report, we can advise them on the steps they need to take. We really want to encourage tenants and owners to let us know of any concerns. Contact Council on 04 570 6666 or report it online huttcity.govt.nz/rap
An event such as the kaikoura earthquake, which is outside the range of usual experience, can be acutely distressing. It is not unusual to have a stress reaction to such a major event.
These stress reactions are your psychological attempts to cope with what for some will be overwhelming events.
… View moreAn event such as the kaikoura earthquake, which is outside the range of usual experience, can be acutely distressing. It is not unusual to have a stress reaction to such a major event.
These stress reactions are your psychological attempts to cope with what for some will be overwhelming events.
Just as the body may go into shock after a physical injury, it is normal to experience a type of emotional or psychological shock in response to an event such as this.
Normal reactions to the earthquake
Everyone’s reaction and experience is a very personal one.
However, the following list is a guide to possible normal reactions:
• Preoccupation with the earthquake and its results
• Anger and irritability
• Anxiety
• Increased emotionality, feelings seem to be of a greater intensity than is usual; or, conversely, a numbing which prevents awareness of feeling
• Sleep disturbance
• Difficulty with concentration and/or memory
• Confused thinking and difficulty making decisions
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
While stress reactions are normal, how we deal with them does make a significant difference in how much these reactions will disrupt our lives.
Some ways of “reacting to the reactions” are more helpful than others. In fact, not dealing effectively with these stress responses can greatly delay recovery from them.
The following suggestions are often useful ways of coping effectively and building your resilience.
• Do not isolate yourself. While getting away from everyone may immediately feel less threatening or less distressing, it very often impedes healing.
• Remind yourself of coping strategies which have worked for you in the past. Use your proven resilience techniques.
• Talk out what happened and most importantly, how you feel about what happened. Telling what happened while avoiding your feelings leaves you with just telling “war stories”. Telling your story to identify and express the feelings you experienced helps make any unpleasant feelings more bearable.
• Reach out to your partner, family and close friends - to those you trust and know care about you.
• Eat healthy food and beverages.
• Do something nice for yourself.
• Do something to help someone else. This can be helpful to your own recovery.
• Exercise, it can re-energize you and help to clear your mind.
• Remember, your reactions are normal and are likely to be shared by others.
Fun way to get some exercise into your daily routine. Koha donation and kids welcome.
Every Thursday 1.15 pm to 2.00 pm at Great Start Taita, 111 Eastern Hutt Road, Taita
The Womens Friendship Group are having a Garage Sale this Saturday 19 November 2016 at Great Start Taita, 111 Eastern Hutt Road, Taita 9.00 am to 12.00 pm come along for some great bargains!
Water supplied to Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt is safe to drink.
Monday's earthquake stirred up sediment in reservoirs and pipes that caused discolouration of the water - but it is still safe to drink.
We received reports of dirty water from all over the four cities … View moreWater supplied to Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt is safe to drink.
Monday's earthquake stirred up sediment in reservoirs and pipes that caused discolouration of the water - but it is still safe to drink.
We received reports of dirty water from all over the four cities shortly after the earthquake. It should now have settled. However, there may be some places where it hasn't, or where dirty water still needs to be cleared.
If you do have dirty water please call your city council so that we can come out and flush the mains. Once it has been flushed, we'll let you know so that you can flush your inside pipes. The best way to do this is to run an outside tap until it clears. If it hasn't cleared after 15 minutes please contact your city council again. We'll then get in touch to work with you on isolating the problem.
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View moreConstruction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
Due to police activity SH2 is closed between Melling and Kelson - be aware you may not be able to get out via RH2 for a while - belmont resitence can get out via Hill Rd and over the top to Normandale.
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