Maungaraki, Lower Hutt

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1503 days ago

Poll: Would $20 off your meal at a restaurant encourage you to eat out more often?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Hospitality outlets want the Government to spend $27 million on meal discounts to prevent widespread closures and job losses.

The Restaurant Association has launched a petition calling for subsidies of up to $20 per person for meals served at restaurants, cafes and bars.

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Would $20 off your meal at a restaurant encourage you to eat out more often?
  • 17.8% No - money's still too tight in the Covid emergency
    17.8% Complete
  • 14.7% No - it's not worth the risk of exposure
    14.7% Complete
  • 67.6% Yes - we need to support local businesses
    67.6% Complete
580 votes
1505 days ago

Poll: Are you comfortable leaving your details in manual contact tracing registers at shops?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Of the 22 Wellington cafes, restaurants, libraries and shops with manual contact tracing (pen and paper) registers visited yesterday by Stuff, none had safeguards in place to protect private information.

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner says businesses should not be allowing customers to see… View more
Of the 22 Wellington cafes, restaurants, libraries and shops with manual contact tracing (pen and paper) registers visited yesterday by Stuff, none had safeguards in place to protect private information.

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner says businesses should not be allowing customers to see other peoples’ information, ensuring reasonable safeguards are in place to prevent loss, misuse or disclosure of personal information collected.

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Are you comfortable leaving your details in manual contact tracing registers at shops?
  • 38.1% Yes
    38.1% Complete
  • 61.9% No
    61.9% Complete
268 votes
1504 days ago

Are you working from home??? Need to setup a home office???

Robin from Techz Info Ltd

Hi All,
If you are working from home and need to setup a home office, we are here to help. We can give you technical support and can also provide refurbished hardware and cables, so that you don't need to spend a lot for the set up!!!

Call us: 0211230911
Email: info@techz.co.nz

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1503 days ago

Orca update: Check out this snap of the pod by the Boat Cafe on Oriental Bay

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

This pic was taken by Lisa Adamson this morning. The pod looks like it has since moved across the harbour to Petone.

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1503 days ago

1 Week to Nominate

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and … View more
Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1503 days ago

Are you using your heat pump efficiently?

The team from EnergySmart - Wellington

Heat Pumps are the most popular form of fixed heating available in New Zealand.

Find out tips that will save you money when using your Heat Pump.

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1503 days ago

Children's Drum Kit

Ian from Petone

Children's Drum Kit for sale. Ideal for your kids to get their frustrations out and possibly discover a musical talent. As new, it is an unwanted gift and doesn't make too much noise.
Phone 0274574744 or email stem@xtra.co.nz Cheers Ian.

Price: $40

1504 days ago

Daily Specials

Sarita Puthran from PIZZAVENUE

Buy 2 Large Pizzas OR Naanzas and get any 1 Side + 2 Can Drink FREE.
Online Orders, Pay Online & Delivery available $5. Check delivery suburbs on www.pizzavenue.co.nz...

1503 days ago

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Petone

Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

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1503 days ago

Community based assessment centres (CBACs)

Gemma Elizabeth from Hutt Valley District Health Board

Our Community based assessment centres (CBACs) are working hard to test people with COVID-19 symptoms across our region. If you don’t have symptoms you don’t need to get a test – unless you are a close contact of a confirmed case or are directed to by a health official.

If you work at the … View more
Our Community based assessment centres (CBACs) are working hard to test people with COVID-19 symptoms across our region. If you don’t have symptoms you don’t need to get a test – unless you are a close contact of a confirmed case or are directed to by a health official.

If you work at the border, ports, or a managed isolation or quarantine facility you will be tested at work.

If you DO have symptoms, please call Healthline 0508 358 5453 or your GP for advice first. If you are offered a test, please take it.

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1503 days ago

Westpac Warm Up double glazing deals

RetroFit Double Glazing - Wellington

For those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If … View moreFor those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If you're not with Westapc, talk to your banks there’s some pretty competitive rates at the moment.

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1504 days ago

Paint it yellow with Resene for Daffodil Day!

Resene

Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.

Shop online or call or visit your Resene ColorShop.
Find your ColorShop

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1504 days ago

Gazley Mitsubishi Free 4x4 Upgrade

The Team from Gazley

The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a … View more
The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a Free 4x4 upgrade saving you $2,500 only from Gazley Mitsubishi.
Find out more

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1504 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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