Korokoro, Lower Hutt

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370 days ago

Hutt Heritage

Sandra from Normandale

Naenae Pool back in the day when I taught young and old how to swim.

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372 days ago

I need a laptop in good working condition

Rudo from Johnsonville

I looking for a laptop to buy. Used but in good working condition. I want to buy for my son who is doing Year 11, so it will mostly be used for school work. It should have a webcam

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371 days ago

Breville Bread Maker

Tim from Johnsonville

Breville bread maker in good working order with original instructions.

Price: $40

371 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter The Hutt News

It is not Friday but here is a couple of lovely pictures from Rosa marie who ventured out from stokes Valley.
"A quick trip to Pāuatahanui Inlet today was a wee bit spoilt by the constant drizzle but what put the smile on the dial were the sight of not one but at least 3 fernbirds who were … View more
It is not Friday but here is a couple of lovely pictures from Rosa marie who ventured out from stokes Valley.
"A quick trip to Pāuatahanui Inlet today was a wee bit spoilt by the constant drizzle but what put the smile on the dial were the sight of not one but at least 3 fernbirds who were in the scrubby bits leading up to one of the huts. It made our day! There were some very cute little Canada geese chicks in the water too."

371 days ago

Garden”s and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Lower Hutt

After a yard clean up for Christmas ?
House inspection ?
Putting your house on the market ?
Give me a call today 0272430951

Natures choice Gardening

373 days ago

Veg-up Macaroni and Cheese

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

Being heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with … View moreBeing heart-healthy isn't just for grown-ups. Kiwis of all ages will benefit from eating a diet rich in fruit and veggies. However, getting veggies into children can sometimes be a small challenge, but who says you need to tell them? Our kid-friendly recipes helpfully hide the good stuff with a healthy spin on a classic dish. Click the link to check out our version of Mac n' Cheese!

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371 days ago

Christmas Treats and Treasures - 5th - 20th December

Christine from Hutt Central

Our annual Treats and Treasures is back . Find that perfect gift this year with an original piece of art - paintings, pottery, woodwork, embroidery, weaving, printmaking, jewellery and more... All work is by local artists.
Hutt Art, 9-11 Myrtle Street, Lower Hutt

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374 days ago

Poll: Should fruit cake lose its Christmas reign?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of … View more
This hardy dessert has stood the test of time but is it time for a new dessert to step into the (Christmas) light? Share your vote, and tell us what kiwi classic you'd put in its place.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Should fruit cake lose its Christmas reign?
  • 14.4% Yes, goodbye fruit cake
    14.4% Complete
  • 32.8% No, it's tradition
    32.8% Complete
  • 52.8% No way, it's delicious
    52.8% Complete
2204 votes
372 days ago

Subscribe and save with Sunday Star-Times

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Purchase a subscription to Sunday Star-Times via mags4gifts.co.nz before December 25 and receive a free Linden Leaves diffuser worth $40.

For more information visit mags4gifts.co.nz/sstchristmasView more
For as little as $61, unwrap thought-provoking articles, entertainment and adventure every Sunday!

Purchase a subscription to Sunday Star-Times via mags4gifts.co.nz before December 25 and receive a free Linden Leaves diffuser worth $40.

For more information visit mags4gifts.co.nz/sstchristmas

Happy Shopping! The team at Sunday Star-Times
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372 days ago

March 2024 Genealogy Event

Donna Bridgeman from Irish Interest Group - Lower North Island

Event by Irish Interest Group - Lower North Island
Collective Community Hub

Join experts Fintan Mullan and Gillian Hunt from the Ulster Historical Foundation to learn how to get the most out of Irish resources and records, gain strategies for breaking down brick walls, and grasp important … View more
Event by Irish Interest Group - Lower North Island
Collective Community Hub

Join experts Fintan Mullan and Gillian Hunt from the Ulster Historical Foundation to learn how to get the most out of Irish resources and records, gain strategies for breaking down brick walls, and grasp important historical context that may help fill in gaps in your research.

On Friday there's an opening reception with introductory presentations and on Saturday a full-day seminar. Come along to both, or just one of the days. There'll be something for those just beginning their Irish research and for more experienced researchers.

Dates

Friday 1 March 2024 - Saturday 2 March 2024 (UTC+13)

Tickets
Bookings now available at www.trybooking.co.nz...

$75 Two day seminar ticket - early bird price until 31 December 2023

$30 Friday evening opening reception and presentations

$60 Saturday full-day seminar

FRIDAY 1st March: loaves and Fishes hall, cnr Hill & Molesworth St, Thorndon

5pm: Meet & greet with drinks and nibbles

6pm: Introduction to Irish and Scots-Irish family history research

7pm: Using land records: Griffith's Valuation, Tithe and Estate records

8pm: Q&A

Saturday 2nd March: Collective Community hub, 1/33 Johnsonville road, Johnsonville

9am: Registration and tea/coffee

9.30am: Seminar begins

Session times to be finalised. Presentations will include:

- Records related to the Different Churches in Ireland

- Using printed sources for Irish family history

- The Irish Poor Law and local government records: Board of Guardians, workhouse registers and grand jury records

- Census substitutes and other important sources for the 18th century

- Early nineteenth-century land records: tithe applotment books, tithe defaulters, freeholders registers, etc

- Worked examples of successful Irish searches (based on Ulster Historical Foundation research files)

There will be tea/coffee breaks with refreshments provided, and a lunch break where you can bring your own lunch or eat out at one of the local cafes.

4.30pm: Seminar ends

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373 days ago

Plastic bin wanted

Grant Neighbourly Lead from Johnsonville

Just wondering if anyone has any large plastic bin or container to spare?
Circular or rectangular is fine. Does not need to be in great condition as it would mainly be used for holding and transporting grass clippings.
Thanks.

372 days ago

Naenae hit and run case - Police request further help

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are investigating the fatal hit and run of a woman in Naenae between Riverside Dr North and Waddington Dr on the 16th of November.

At this stage Police have not yet identified the driver of the vehicle but are confident with ongoing enquiries and the public’s continual assistance the … View more
Police are investigating the fatal hit and run of a woman in Naenae between Riverside Dr North and Waddington Dr on the 16th of November.

At this stage Police have not yet identified the driver of the vehicle but are confident with ongoing enquiries and the public’s continual assistance the person responsible will be identified. Police will release the victim’s name proactively when able to do so.

Police are requesting CCTV footage or sightings of a dark-grey Mazda 6 sedan in relation to these locations and times:
- In Belmont, where the vehicle was stolen between 1am and 3am
- In Wainuiomata, where the vehicle was from 3am leading up to the incident at 5:46am.

If you have something that may be of assistance, please contact Police on 105, quoting file number 231116/3474.

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372 days ago

Retail Volunteers Needed - Lower Hutt

Volunteer Wellington

Are you keen to gain skills in retail? An op-shop in Lower Hutt is looking for retail shop assistants to join their team. You will be sorting clothes, pricing, filling shelves and using the till. You will join a great team and have lots of fun! For more information, and to register your interest, … View moreAre you keen to gain skills in retail? An op-shop in Lower Hutt is looking for retail shop assistants to join their team. You will be sorting clothes, pricing, filling shelves and using the till. You will join a great team and have lots of fun! For more information, and to register your interest, please see our website at:
tinyurl.com...

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372 days ago

Interior painting

George Ng from Home Painter ltd

Here is another Interior our teams have completed. Thanks for choosing Home Painter LTD to work on your home.

Open for bookings for Interior & exterior painting.

Call us today for a free quote
George - ⁨022 499 2468⁩
Email - homepainterwellington@gmail.com

372 days ago

Wash and stain your deck.

George Ng from Home Painter ltd

It’s time to stain your deck.

Call us today for a free quote
George - ⁨022 499 2468⁩
Email - homepainterwellington@gmail.com

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