Maungaraki, Lower Hutt

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1393 days ago

Found ginger cat

Darlene from Waiwhetu

Hey, this cat has been hanging out around our house and sleeping in the garden. We noticed him in the last couple of days (Waikare Ave, Waiwhetu). We had never seen him before so just wondering if he is lost.

Please let me know if this baby is yours!

1388 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we are featuring the kingfisher, with words and a picture from Louise Thomas. They are often hard to spot but are one of the most beautiful birds you will see.

"Sacred kingfishers/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) seem special to me. A lightning flash of brilliant blue as they nip down … View more
This week we are featuring the kingfisher, with words and a picture from Louise Thomas. They are often hard to spot but are one of the most beautiful birds you will see.

"Sacred kingfishers/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) seem special to me. A lightning flash of brilliant blue as they nip down from the power lines over the river or one of the posts they like to perch on to snatch a crab or little fish – the strike operation takes only seconds, barely breaking the water. I’ve almost given up trying to catch one on my camera diving. They are ruthless with their food, smashing in on their post, presumably to kill it, before swallowing it whole. I haven’t seen him for a few months, but I had one who liked to visit the garden off and on. He was a loveable, if badly behaved, guest, throwing up indigestible crab bits and staking out the compost bin where a mouse lives – he used to watch it with such intensity, like he was trying to use his mind meld powers to make the mouse run out. Come to think of it, I haven't seen the mouse for awhile either. Hmmm. Here is a young chap (an immature) with his chest still mottled from Pauatahanui the other day."

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1390 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Wet, wet , wet. It is obviously a flood but what is going on here?

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1385 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1385 days ago

Beginner Classes in Scottish Country Dancing

Diane from Epuni

10-week beginners course in Scottish Country Dancing starts Monday 1st February at 7.30pm. Course to be held at St. David's Church Hall, Seddon Street, Naenae. See attached poster for more information.

Beginners Poster 2021.pdf Download View

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1385 days ago

2013 Toyota Rav4 GXL 70km

Melanie from Petone

2013 Toyota Rav4 GXL 2.0P SUV
Crystal Pearl Crystal Shine
Odometer: 70,000km
CC Rating: 1986cc
Petrol
2WD
Automatic
Brand New Tyres and Full size spare… View more
2013 Toyota Rav4 GXL 2.0P SUV
Crystal Pearl Crystal Shine
Odometer: 70,000km
CC Rating: 1986cc
Petrol
2WD
Automatic
Brand New Tyres and Full size spare

Bluetooth Hands Free with audio streaming
9 SRS airbags
ABS Brakes
AC
Traction control
Roof rails
Cruise control
Impact bars and impact strengthened zones
Auto adjust rear view mirror
Smart entry & Start systems
Fog lights
Reversing camera
6.1 LCD CD player with USB & AUX
Lock-up control
Engine immobiliser + alarm
Four wheel disc brakes
Brake assist and EBD
Vehicle stability control
Hill start assist
LED running lights
Parking sensors
5 star ANCAP safety rating
Steering wheel controls
LCD multi-information display
17 alloys
Dual zone climate control

Price: $21,000

1387 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Churchill

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weeks story is about an ex SPCA pet called Churchill, who found a new home with his new mum Danni.

"We adopted Churchill back in November and he has been an absolute darling! He settled in really well. He loves a lot of attention, which is great because I mostly work from home, so he is … View more
This weeks story is about an ex SPCA pet called Churchill, who found a new home with his new mum Danni.

"We adopted Churchill back in November and he has been an absolute darling! He settled in really well. He loves a lot of attention, which is great because I mostly work from home, so he is basically my new best friend. We are really pleased to have him in our family."

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1387 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ninja

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Our Pet of the Day today is Ninja who lives with Tracy Pattle.
"This is Ninja he sleeps like this all the time very chilled out as he takes his cat nap."

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.

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1386 days ago

Any House/unit for rent?

Jess from Moera

Dear neighbors, hope you guys can help. Does any of you know that there’s any affordable house or unit (with 2 bedrooms) for rent around in Moera please? Very much appreciated!

1390 days ago

Come on Wellingtonians, start scanning!

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Stuff Wellington is launching a campaign to get people to start using the
Covid-19 tracer app.
New Zealand is still exposed to the new, more contagious, strains of Covid-19 despite the Government recently bolstering its border and pre-departure defences.
The number of daily Covid-19 tracer app … View more
Stuff Wellington is launching a campaign to get people to start using the
Covid-19 tracer app.
New Zealand is still exposed to the new, more contagious, strains of Covid-19 despite the Government recently bolstering its border and pre-departure defences.
The number of daily Covid-19 tracer app scans has dropped from one million a day, at its height, to the current low of 300,000.
That means that if the more contagious variants get into the community, it will be hard to trace contacts.
Are you scanning? If not why not?

If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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1387 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
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1387 days ago

Smiths City BYOD Sorted

Smiths City

Dreaming of the kids being back at school? Start planning for it today. Find out more

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1387 days ago

Empty jars

Maureen from Moera

If you have any jars with lids and they sent been used please I need them txt me on 0225646526 or leave right at back of barber shop down alley to your right it can pick up they get donated to family's with tomatoes relish home made thankyou

Free

1388 days ago

How to create your own blackboard city

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. … View more
Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1388 days ago

Rubbish and recycling

Breanna Mudge from Hutt City Council

Don’t forget to check your November rates bill or speak with your landlord to choose your bins size and complete your selection before 31 January, 2021.

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