Manor Park, Lower Hutt

1291 days ago

We Say/You Say: Street Art

Reporter The Hutt News

Kia ora neighbours,

What's your opinion on street art? Are there any spots in your community that could do with a mural?

Construction sites and other disused structures around Wellington are getting facelifts, with local artists putting their touch on areas in a state of flux.

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Kia ora neighbours,

What's your opinion on street art? Are there any spots in your community that could do with a mural?

Construction sites and other disused structures around Wellington are getting facelifts, with local artists putting their touch on areas in a state of flux.

Wellington based artists Xoë Hall, Miriama Grace-Smith and Gina Kiel make up part of the Love Local: City Artwork initiative, with their work set to add vibrancy to revamps around the city.

The collaboration between Wellington City Council and WellingtonNZ has $60,000 which covers printing, installation and commission.

Paint us a picture! Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in The Hutt News.

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1292 days ago

Get Out More and explore this Autumn!

Explore Central North Island

Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give … View more
Want to hit the road and seeking inspiration to go somewhere new in the central North Island? Help is just a click away!

We’ve done the hard work for you creating over 60 fantastic breaks you can use to plan that quick weekend away, a short break, or take that long-awaited roadie.

We give you the ideas – you just choose when and where, and pack the car. Time to get planning!
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1292 days ago

Lower Hutt Rubbish bags

Akira from Avalon

Hi neighbours ☺️

I have 8 extra Hutt City Council rubbish bags, if you need rubbish bags msg me.
Happy to drop off bags.
$2.75 per bag - cheaper than grocery stores.

Thank you

Price: $2.75

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1292 days ago

Hutt dogs get lifetime tag

Reporter Community News

Plastic dog tags are set to become a thing of the past in Lower Hutt, with the introduction of the One Tag for dog registrations.
The One Tag is a metal tag designed to last a dog's lifetime. Dog owners will still need to pay their annual registration fees, but they can keep using the same tag… View more
Plastic dog tags are set to become a thing of the past in Lower Hutt, with the introduction of the One Tag for dog registrations.
The One Tag is a metal tag designed to last a dog's lifetime. Dog owners will still need to pay their annual registration fees, but they can keep using the same tag as long as they live in their council's jurisdiction.
Hutt City Mayor Campbell Barry says the One Tag initiative is being introduced to reduce the amount of plastic waste going to landfills.
Council infrastructure and regulatory committee Deborah Hislop said th council is seeing an increasing number of complaints from customers about sending them a piece of plastic each year which can't be recycled.
"Environmental sustainability is really important to our community, so our systems and processes need to reflect that. We're increasingly moving towards online transactions, so once the One Tags have been sent out this year, we'll be creating less paper waste too."
The One Tag is lightweight yet durable and comes in two sizes – 25mm for small dogs and 35mm for larger dogs. The back of the tag is blank so owners can get it engraved with their dog's name or their contact details if they wish.
Under the Dog Control Act 1996, all dogs are legally required to be registered by the age of three months. Registration is due by July 31 of each year and owners of unregistered dogs may be charged an infringement fee of $300.
Animal Control Officers can access registration records remotely when they are out on patrol to check whether a dog is currently registered.

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1295 days ago

(Not A) Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Technically it is not a Feathered Friend but this a lovely pic from Rosa Marie after her recent visit to Zealandia. Weta used to be much more common, when was the last time you saw a weta in your garden?

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1298 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should be pretty easy.

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1293 days ago

Abbott Bin Hire, locally Owned & Operated

Abbott Bin Hire

Kat Smith, Owner Operator is your friendly bin hire specialist.

Abbott Bin Hire Ltd has been proudly servicing the Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Wellington regions with skip bin hire solutions since 2016; providing services for private and commercial use, offering a range of sizes and hire duration… View more
Kat Smith, Owner Operator is your friendly bin hire specialist.

Abbott Bin Hire Ltd has been proudly servicing the Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Wellington regions with skip bin hire solutions since 2016; providing services for private and commercial use, offering a range of sizes and hire duration at very competitive prices.

“I appreciate each and everyone of my clients and understand that you’re hiring more than a skip bin for your waste management needs; you’re perhaps renovating or moving house and need our helpful service to take one thing off your to do list during a busy time. We’re Hutt Valley locals and go the extra mile to provide fast, friendly and efficient service. I would also like to say a big thank you to all my new and existing clients for supporting our locally owned and operated family business for the past 5 years. ” - Kat & Vic.

For Prompt & Professional Service Call Kat: 528 7640
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1308 days ago

House & Pet Sitting 🏡 🐶 🐱

Paige from Trentham

Hello everyone,

Just me again putting it out there that I am still available for Petsitting and housesitting! I have been super busy and booked so far this year but will be freeing up in the coming months.

I have a few dates already booked in however have lots of space available for 2021 … View more
Hello everyone,

Just me again putting it out there that I am still available for Petsitting and housesitting! I have been super busy and booked so far this year but will be freeing up in the coming months.

I have a few dates already booked in however have lots of space available for 2021 🏡 get in touch with me via message on here or feel free to flick me a text on 0226524010

I am incredibly tidy, sensible and organised. Refer to my previous posts to see some positive feedback from people I have house sat for/ still housesit for!

Thanks everyone, don’t be afraid to get in touch with any questions/ concerns.

Paige Barnden-Leslie

1295 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Miriam

Reporter Community News

This week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a … View more
This week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a busy home or one with young children. I am quite a chatter box and have a very playful side. If this sounds like your kind of cat , please get in touch and we will put you in touch with my foster mum."

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1295 days ago

Information Evening 2021

Hutt from Neighbourly Nz

Information evening will be held for all parents/caregivers and their students, who are interested in attending Hutt Valley High School in 2022.

Venue: Hutt Valley High School Hall on Wednesday 26 May 2021 at 6.00 pm.

There will be introductions and brief addresses plus guided tours of the … View more
Information evening will be held for all parents/caregivers and their students, who are interested in attending Hutt Valley High School in 2022.

Venue: Hutt Valley High School Hall on Wednesday 26 May 2021 at 6.00 pm.

There will be introductions and brief addresses plus guided tours of the school and advice on programmes.
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1295 days ago

Warm welcome to Competenz!

Competenz

We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New … View more
We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New Zealand businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Competenz and stay tuned for job listings and other exciting content!
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1295 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we have a pic by Rosa Marie from a recent trip to Zealandia.

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1295 days ago

White below the knee dress

Akira from Avalon

Soft white below the knee dress
Never been worn
Fabric is stretchable and is a fitted dress
Textured pattern

Price: $12

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1295 days ago

Size 9 heels

Akira from Avalon

These beautiful shoes have been worn once, in excellent condition.
Dark grey black colour

Price: $10

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1295 days ago

Upper Hutt Mad About Playgrounds and Play Money

Michael from Trentham

UHCC have spend ratepayers money on children's and young person's playgrounds like it grows on plastic.

I would estimate in the last two-three years, the Council has spent five million dollars on upgrading Upper Hutt children's playgrounds. Some of it a hit or miss as to the … View more
UHCC have spend ratepayers money on children's and young person's playgrounds like it grows on plastic.

I would estimate in the last two-three years, the Council has spent five million dollars on upgrading Upper Hutt children's playgrounds. Some of it a hit or miss as to the popularity of some playground items.

But the Council won't spend a dollar on a single small dog playground even though most of the funding for it could be channelled from exorbitant dog registration fees and other exorbitant fees related to dogs.

A small dog playground at Trentham Memorial Park with permanent agility circuit-type implements/obstacles would cost probably only several thousands of dollars. And there are many more people with dogs who visit TMP weekly than there are children and their caregivers visit the TMP children's playground.

Upper Hutt doesn't need a devoted, separate dog park for various reasons and should not entertain such a development but a small playground with permanently installed weather proof tunnels, hurdles, a-frame, bridge, dog walking plank, hoop would be a welcomed fun amenity for some dogs and their handlers. The Christchurch greater area has nine of them.

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