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Listen to the general public and you get to hear more nonsense than you get from most other sports.
Going Into the final at Bermuda and the amount of people who didn't know what the actual score was and what was the maximum number of races required. This included talk-back hosts.
Then … View moreListen to the general public and you get to hear more nonsense than you get from most other sports.
Going Into the final at Bermuda and the amount of people who didn't know what the actual score was and what was the maximum number of races required. This included talk-back hosts.
Then we had the guy who said that the previously cheating American team would race with two boats on what turned out the last day of racing in Bermuda and thereby shut or shunt out the NZ entry.
There was another guy who said if we win the thing the defence of it would be held in Dubai because Emirates was the major sponsor.
NZ will host the next America's Cup here in three-four years time and presuming it will be staged in Auckland won't be because of infrastructure from previous Cup regattas is there as the base that was used is no longer available.
Australian Jimmy Spithill was party to cheating in San Francisco in 2013 but otherwise appears to be a dashing and poignant winner and magnanimous loser.
But if he wants to be part of the next America's Cup it may not be in representing the USA. I am sure that rule changes will mean that almost all the crews-etc must be nationals on the boats they sail on or are in the 'background" as team members. This will be to NZ's advantage and should have been put in place years ago by NZ when we had the chance to make the rules and we would not have lost so many topliners to other syndicates.
One of the more amusing comments I heard this morning was a guy who said NZ should host our defence of the Cup on Lake Taupo and insist that all competitors must first sail their boats from their respective countries to the Lake. Some trip that would be. However it is likely that most if not all the competing boats will be built in NZ.
Good place to go for coffee and a meal. Friendly folk. Hot coffee and yummy
Join us this Sunday 2nd July at Queen Elizabeth Park to plant 5,000 trees in four hours. Free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes and a spade, if you have one; otherwise we will provide spades.
Please RSVP to the Facebook event: goo.gl...
If you can't make… View moreJoin us this Sunday 2nd July at Queen Elizabeth Park to plant 5,000 trees in four hours. Free sausage sizzle and live music!
Please bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes and a spade, if you have one; otherwise we will provide spades.
Please RSVP to the Facebook event: goo.gl...
If you can't make this event, take a look at the other events we will be running over the next couple of months www.gw.govt.nz...
More than 400 campervans full of fans are expected to roll up around the Hutt Valley during the Lions stay in Wellington. Are you ready? Out on the streets you may see members of the Community Patrols, Safecity Ambassadors and Maori Wardens. Lower Hutt police urge people to be welcoming and ask … View moreMore than 400 campervans full of fans are expected to roll up around the Hutt Valley during the Lions stay in Wellington. Are you ready? Out on the streets you may see members of the Community Patrols, Safecity Ambassadors and Maori Wardens. Lower Hutt police urge people to be welcoming and ask drivers to take extra care on the roads, with the added numbers of campervans around. Watch your speed, be courteous and stay safe!
From Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit … View moreFrom Dumbledore in Harry Potter, to Mr Holland in Mr Holland's Opus, to Miss Honey in Roald Dahl's famous Matilda, great teachers inspire us all. In New Zealand, Kiwi IT developers are giving teaching a hi-tech upgrade with the creation of robotic maths tutor Amy - but even they admit robots will never replace the real thing. Nominations are now open for the Favourite Teacher Awards – tell us about the teacher who has inspired you or your children.
www.FavouriteTeacher.co.nz...
I am after pinecones can collect let me know how much and where I can collect or phone me on 045289635
Had a one-off dream several years ago when the Lions were touring Australia. I dreamt that the final score of the Lions V Force would be (from memory) 69-17 in favour of the touring Lions (or whatever the score actually was). So I won some money through the TAB.
So last evening whilst … View moreHad a one-off dream several years ago when the Lions were touring Australia. I dreamt that the final score of the Lions V Force would be (from memory) 69-17 in favour of the touring Lions (or whatever the score actually was). So I won some money through the TAB.
So last evening whilst looking at a sports channel on tv I closed my eyes and thought of the ABs-Lions first test and the score of 14-33 lit up.
Is that going to be tonight's result? It wasn't a dream - just something that became visual in my mind with my eyes closed.
I can't say who was the winner. I hope like hell it's the ABs. But here is the thing - the first score was 14 and being a home game for the ABs, their score comes up first (from left to right)?????????
Check out Sustainability Trust's school holiday programme Wilderkids. Kids aged 5 to 12 will enjoy a hands-on, outdoors adventure in Wellington's Town Belt. Different activities every day - building tree huts, bug hunting, making bee hotels, planting seeds, and lots more. Ten free places … View moreCheck out Sustainability Trust's school holiday programme Wilderkids. Kids aged 5 to 12 will enjoy a hands-on, outdoors adventure in Wellington's Town Belt. Different activities every day - building tree huts, bug hunting, making bee hotels, planting seeds, and lots more. Ten free places for Community Services Card holders. Check the full programme and book here.
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Thousands of parents who take 'cheaper' holidays during the school term time need to realise their kids are missing out on school says Secondary Principals' Association … View moreHi everyone, thanks for your contributions - some interesting points were raised! Comments are now closed.
Thousands of parents who take 'cheaper' holidays during the school term time need to realise their kids are missing out on school says Secondary Principals' Association president Mike Williams. New research shows more than 36,000 children took a holiday during a single school term last year. Tell us what you think! Would you take your kids out of a school for a holiday? Why/why not? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)
One of the threads is coming off on one side and it looks a bit knackerd but as a single matress it's still usable. Not a great condition.
O.k. Neighbours here it is ...
Top Tip Number 2.
Add a Deck If you have the room adding a deck is one of the simplest ways to increase the value of your property. A deck is one of the best ways to create the much-desired ‘indoor-outdoor flow’. They’re also great for entertaining, … View moreO.k. Neighbours here it is ...
Top Tip Number 2.
Add a Deck If you have the room adding a deck is one of the simplest ways to increase the value of your property. A deck is one of the best ways to create the much-desired ‘indoor-outdoor flow’. They’re also great for entertaining, something potential homebuyers will want to visualise when inspecting properties.
For those of you who are new to neighbourly, I have a small curtain making and curtain alteration business, with 20 + years sewing experience in garment construction, alterations and curtain making.
Because of my low overheads I can offer my services at very affordable rates. I offer free measure … View moreFor those of you who are new to neighbourly, I have a small curtain making and curtain alteration business, with 20 + years sewing experience in garment construction, alterations and curtain making.
Because of my low overheads I can offer my services at very affordable rates. I offer free measure and quotes, will assist with choices of materials, linings, tapes, tracks etc. and will even source the fabrics for you. I also make detachable linings which makes laundering your curtains a whole lot easier. Unfortunately I dont make blinds but I can put you in touch with a fabulous maker of blinds who lives in the Hutt Valley area.
Please phone me on 0211651463 or email thecurtainmakers4@gmail.com or feel free to message me here.
We’re developing a Regional Pest Management Plan and want to know what you think. We’re in the early stages, so need your help to guide our thinking.
What are your priorities for pest management in the region over the next ten years?
Tell us by going to haveyoursay.gw.govt.nz... and fill … View moreWe’re developing a Regional Pest Management Plan and want to know what you think. We’re in the early stages, so need your help to guide our thinking.
What are your priorities for pest management in the region over the next ten years?
Tell us by going to haveyoursay.gw.govt.nz... and fill out our feedback form. We really appreciate your input.
Creative Clay for Kids 8 -12 years.
Tuesday 18 July. 10.30am - 12pm
$15 includes materials and firing
Creative Clay for Teens 13 - 16 years
Thursday 20 July 10.30 am - 12.30pm
$20 includes materials and firing.
… View moreCreative Clay for Kids 8 -12 years.
Tuesday 18 July. 10.30am - 12pm
$15 includes materials and firing
Creative Clay for Teens 13 - 16 years
Thursday 20 July 10.30 am - 12.30pm
$20 includes materials and firing.
Creativity, skills and fun. All rolled in to one!
Pinehaven Community Hall. Forest Rd
Call Rebecca to book. 027 7287236
The Hutt News has a double pass to As Night Falls to giveaway to a lucky reader. The critically-acclaimed show from Auckland dance company Black Grace is fresh off a sold-out tour in Auckland and is set to the music of Vivaldi. To be in to win tickets to the June 24 show at the Opera House, … View moreThe Hutt News has a double pass to As Night Falls to giveaway to a lucky reader. The critically-acclaimed show from Auckland dance company Black Grace is fresh off a sold-out tour in Auckland and is set to the music of Vivaldi. To be in to win tickets to the June 24 show at the Opera House, comment here on why you'd want to see the show, or else email us at editor@huttnews.co.nz with "As Night Falls" in the subject line and your contact details in the body. Good luck!
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