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863 days ago

democracy seems not a reality in lower hutt cc

Byron from Naenae

please bear with me as I will need to make a couple of posts as the text is apparently too long for Neighbourly..
part 1...
I signed a petition against the three waters proposals and received a response that looks to clarify the issue of true democratic representation in LHCC is not alive and … View more
please bear with me as I will need to make a couple of posts as the text is apparently too long for Neighbourly..
part 1...
I signed a petition against the three waters proposals and received a response that looks to clarify the issue of true democratic representation in LHCC is not alive and certainly not well - regardless of whom you desire in the big house - the local governance should be for the local communities and what they want and the mayors role should be to support that and not their own central gvt political agendas...
""Byron, thanks for your email to my councillor email address. Please see my article below.
A Tale of Two Cities*
A great mystery of 2022 is how it came to be that the Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt Mayors formed polar opposite views on Three Waters.
The two cities share the same water collection and treatment system, the same water management (Wellington Water), occupy in the same valley and share the same cost structures.
Three public opinion polls in the two cities have revealed strong resident opposition to the Labour Government’s centralisation of water management, including 50% iwi control through co-governance.
So how is it that, despite public opposition in both cities, Mayor Wayne Guppy of Upper Hutt is opposed but Mayor Campbell Barry is not?
The answer is pretty straightforward. In 2019 Cr Campbell Barry campaigned for the Hutt City mayoralty under a Labour ticket. What the public was never told is that the Labour Party exacts a high price from candidates who use their trademark.
It will surprise most people to learn that the Labour Party requires that candidates using the Labour logo sign a pledge to support and implement Labour policy irrespective of the views of local residents. Further, all Labour candidates in a local body election pledge to block vote on issues of Labour policy.
next part 2.....

851 days ago

Qualified Painting Services

Daniel from D.M Painting & Decorating

Books are now open for interior work with immediate start! Open to small or larger scale projects. If you have a vision for your exterior - don't hesitate to reach out for a free quote and we can schedule it in for the warmer months :)

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854 days ago

Pet of the Day: Dot from Hataitai

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Anne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View more
Anne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.

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852 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Tilly and Preston

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Tilly and her brother Preston are looking for a new home. Can you help them.

"I am a big lover of all things treats and cuddles, and will win you over the first chance I get! My brother and I haven't had the best life before arriving at the SPCA but have since had a bit of a makeover and… View more
Tilly and her brother Preston are looking for a new home. Can you help them.

"I am a big lover of all things treats and cuddles, and will win you over the first chance I get! My brother and I haven't had the best life before arriving at the SPCA but have since had a bit of a makeover and are feeling better as each day passes. We love having the human companionship and comfort of home life but it doesn't compare to the real thing! Now is the time where we are ready to find a home who is committed to dog ownership and all it involves. I am not suited to a home with cats or smaller animals. I would prefer a home either with my brother Preston or by myself. If I do go home by myself, I'd want someone home part time or full time. I am not keen on places like dog parks or daycare. To be honest, the perfect day would be a nice walk then lazing at home! I'm more comfortable with adults or teenage children than little humans."

852 days ago

Get the premium health club experience!

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Habit Health Fitness Clubs is extending an invitation to come along to their club open days. Try a taster class, test yourself in a fitness challenge and win some fantastic prizes at one of Wellington’s premiere health and fitness clubs. RSVP and claim your free gift!

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853 days ago

Beef, ordered from here

McDonald's

For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We… View more
For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.

Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
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861 days ago

Sad News

Jane from Naenae

Hello neighbours,yes im still here getting in every ones hair still an missing being on here(thanks to covid)
I havent good news as our puppy Marley passed away I need to thank all those who donated to the cause.A big shout out to Sandy Dawson whose Heart Marley touched and she made sure Marley … View more
Hello neighbours,yes im still here getting in every ones hair still an missing being on here(thanks to covid)
I havent good news as our puppy Marley passed away I need to thank all those who donated to the cause.A big shout out to Sandy Dawson whose Heart Marley touched and she made sure Marley got the treatment she so deserved Thanku every one also for your help.Together we stand strong.

856 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Pic and words by Louise Thomas.
"Zut alors! Go awah you empty-headed animal food-trough wiper! I fart in your general direction! Your mother vas a stinking skua and your father, he smelt of fermented elderfish!" (The Southern black-backed gull/ karoro (Larus dominicanus) insults were very… View more
Pic and words by Louise Thomas.
"Zut alors! Go awah you empty-headed animal food-trough wiper! I fart in your general direction! Your mother vas a stinking skua and your father, he smelt of fermented elderfish!" (The Southern black-backed gull/ karoro (Larus dominicanus) insults were very wounding today). Bird #37 in 2022."

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855 days ago

10 MONEY-SAVING TIPS YOU NEED TO KNOW!

The Team from NZ Compare

A wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!

We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!

More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go… View more
A wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!

We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!

More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go further. It made us so happy to see neighbours supporting neighbours.

Read 10 of the tips that we saw you sharing!

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855 days ago

Board notes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

You’ll never forget those important shopping items or appointments with these write-on boards made using Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint.

Find out how to create your own.

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856 days ago

Happy Samoan Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fa’afetai mo le agalelei fa’atua’oi literally translates to "thank you for your neighbourly kindness". We think that's a pretty special way to show your appreciation for a neighbour. Happy Samoan Language Week!

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856 days ago

Hutt Homed - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Hutt Homed

Our House of the Week this week is a large four-bedroom, three-bathroom family home in Waterloo. The outdoor entertainers area with built in fire will keep you cozy, and the office is perfect for those who work from home. For sale through Annette Sliper from Ray White. Read more about it in … View moreOur House of the Week this week is a large four-bedroom, three-bathroom family home in Waterloo. The outdoor entertainers area with built in fire will keep you cozy, and the office is perfect for those who work from home. For sale through Annette Sliper from Ray White. Read more about it in today's edition of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Hutt Homed to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in Hutt Homed.

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Hutt Homed gets inserted into The Hutt News every Thursday, and is delivered to 42,423 homes in the Hutt area.

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Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

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856 days ago

Have you got a crazy collection of houseplants? There's still time to become a Houseplant Hero!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're getting some amazing entries from gardeners obsessed with their indoor plants, and we're enjoying their stories too. There's still time to send us your entry for our Houseplant Hero 2022 competition. You could win some great prizes, and (of course) more houseplants!

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857 days ago

Puanga ki Matariki 2022

Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council are proud to present Puanga ki Matariki 2022, a programme of FREE activities and events that allows our community to join in celebrations throughout June.

The first holiday to celebrate Matariki in Aotearoa – also the first public holiday to recognise Te Ao Māori – will be… View more
Hutt City Council are proud to present Puanga ki Matariki 2022, a programme of FREE activities and events that allows our community to join in celebrations throughout June.

The first holiday to celebrate Matariki in Aotearoa – also the first public holiday to recognise Te Ao Māori – will be on Friday 24th June 2022.

Each iwi celebrates this time of year differently; some of our Mana Whenua partners celebrate Puanga (also known as Rigel), as the Matariki cluster is hard to see from some parts of our city.

See the full programme of activities and events at hutt.city/Matariki
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857 days ago

New traffic management at Gough Street, Seaview

Wellington Water from Wellington Water

Wellington Water is making progress with duplicating a wastewater pipe in Seaview. This will reduce the risk of wastewater entering Te Awa Kairangi and the Waiwhetu stream in the event of an earthquake.

As a result of this necessary work, there will be from Thursday 2 June, new traffic … View more
Wellington Water is making progress with duplicating a wastewater pipe in Seaview. This will reduce the risk of wastewater entering Te Awa Kairangi and the Waiwhetu stream in the event of an earthquake.

As a result of this necessary work, there will be from Thursday 2 June, new traffic management on Seaview Road, Gough Street and Parkside Road. 🚧

⏰ This extended traffic management is expected to be in place for 4 weeks.

🚦 Outside our working hours it will be managed by traffic lights.

🚗 We will try our best to minimise the impact on traffic, but please plan ahead and allow extra time for delays

All businesses in the area remain open.

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