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1656 days ago

A note from Noel Leeming

Noel Leeming

We’ve been privileged to help Kiwis get the essentials needed to work, study, and stay connected. It’s led to huge demand and some orders are taking longer to deliver. We’d really like to apologise to the customers who’ve experienced these delays.

To help get it sorted faster we’ve … View more
We’ve been privileged to help Kiwis get the essentials needed to work, study, and stay connected. It’s led to huge demand and some orders are taking longer to deliver. We’d really like to apologise to the customers who’ve experienced these delays.

To help get it sorted faster we’ve quadrupled our Customer Care team, and expanded our order fulfilment network so we can get thousands more orders delivered each day. Plus our remote Tech Solutions service will be free until May 11 to lend customers a hand with technology advice or setting up.

Thanks for your patience, everyone. We’re getting there.
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1657 days ago

We're keen to hear about your health care

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait times, better communication or level of care. We'd need you to be happy to be identified and photographed (from a distance). If you think you can help, please email senior journalist Andrea Vance on andrea.vance@stuff.co.nz.

1657 days ago

LOCKDOWN YOUTH WATERCOLOUR COMPETITION EXTENDED TO END OF LEVEL 3

Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery

ARTSPACE GALLERY YOUTH WATERCOLOUR COMPETITION


I hope this cherry little elephant makes you smile like it did for me on this sunny lock down day - check out the happy dust it puffed up above him. This delightful watercolour is by 10 year old Alma Steinfield, one of three paintings she is in … View more
ARTSPACE GALLERY YOUTH WATERCOLOUR COMPETITION


I hope this cherry little elephant makes you smile like it did for me on this sunny lock down day - check out the happy dust it puffed up above him. This delightful watercolour is by 10 year old Alma Steinfield, one of three paintings she is in the 10 -13 year age group section. There's still plenty of time to paint and enter, youth can keep painting right through level 3 of the lockdown. Please email more images of entries when completed, we'd love to see them.


Competition Details & Entry Conditions:-
Only paintings done during the lock down period, level 4 and 3, can be entered. Entry is open to any youth, previous attendance of Artspace Gallery art classes are not required.

Four age groups :- 6-9 10-13 14-17 18-21
Prizes donated by Artspace Gallery for each age group :-
1st - art materials to the value of $75
2 runner up prizes of a youth art class voucher each

Free entry


Size - paintings must be A4 size, on thick watercolour paper and unframed.


Delivery of entries - to Artspace Gallery within two weeks after the we come out of lockdown level 3 and the gallery is able to reopen again.



Judge - John Toft, Watercolour artist & past president Watercolour New Zealand


Be sure to write your name, phone number, age and email address on the back of each painting.


Number of entries - up to three paintings may be entered per artist but not all may be exhibited.


An Exhibition of entries is planned to open as soon as possible after the gallery is permitted to reopen after lockdown is over.


Paintings remain the property of the artist and can be collected from the gallery after the exhibition OR posted if a stamped, self addressed envelope is provided.

Please email images of paintings when completed to alfred@memelink.co.nz
Alfred Memelink Artspace Gallery Alfred Memelink

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1658 days ago

COVID -19 :What you need to know

Hutt City Council Communications

You’re doing a great job of staying home and saving lives Lower Hutt!

Here’s some key info you may need:

Rubbish collection continues as normal, glass only in your crate.From 27 April, just recycling crates with glass only will be collected.

All other recyclables either reuse, or put … View more
You’re doing a great job of staying home and saving lives Lower Hutt!

Here’s some key info you may need:

Rubbish collection continues as normal, glass only in your crate.From 27 April, just recycling crates with glass only will be collected.

All other recyclables either reuse, or put into the rubbish.

If you need help with food or medicine call our helpline 0800 141 967 or visit www.wremo.nz/support

If you’re struggling to pay your rates, contact us on 04 570 6666 or email rates@huttcity.govt.nz

You can contact us on 04 570 6666 or email contact@huttcity.govt.nz

For more info on Hutt City Council’s response visit huttcity.govt.nz/covid19

For more info on COVID-19 visit covid19.govt.nz
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1663 days ago

Single mum's tiny house lockdown

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Following on from yesterday's tiny house story, here's single mum Shaye sharing her experience in isolation

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1665 days ago

All eyes on the tiny house

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'

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1658 days ago

Online Meat order and delivery

Kiwi Halal Meats from Kiwi Halal Meats

www.halalmeatonline.co.nz

By Kiwi Halal Meats, 286 High Street, Lower Hutt.

1659 days ago

Luxury Care Suites at Elderslea

Oceania Healthcare

We understand that things are uncertain right now. If you would like to move into a safe and supportive environment that you can make your own, we are still taking admissions for our Care Suites at Elderslea.

Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our Care Suites offer the ultimate … View more
We understand that things are uncertain right now. If you would like to move into a safe and supportive environment that you can make your own, we are still taking admissions for our Care Suites at Elderslea.

Nestled down a quiet street in Upper Hutt, our Care Suites offer the ultimate combination of Rest Home and Hospital care with the creature comforts of home, including a cosy living area, stylish kitchenette and modern ensuite.

Give us a call to see how we can help.

Elderslea is located at 29 Redwood Street, Upper Hutt.
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1659 days ago

Glass-only in crates, no other crates will be collected from 27 April

The team from Hutt City Council

From 27 April only recycling crates with nothing but glass will be collected.

Any other recyclables please reuse if possible, or place into the rubbish. For safety reasons we can't recommend you store your recycling for later, but if you choose to please make sure it is cleaned, especially if… View more
From 27 April only recycling crates with nothing but glass will be collected.

Any other recyclables please reuse if possible, or place into the rubbish. For safety reasons we can't recommend you store your recycling for later, but if you choose to please make sure it is cleaned, especially if it's been in contact with food.

Here are some handy tips on reducing your waste during Level 4 and 3: sortwaste.nz...

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1659 days ago

Bin those wet wipes

The Team from Wellington Water

Wet wipes can clog pipes and mean that essential workers have to leave their bubbles to fix them, putting them at risk of COVID-19. Be kind to our essential workers and our environment & put your wet wipes in the bin.

PS. Thanks to Ross, who operates a mini combo flusher truck out of our … View more
Wet wipes can clog pipes and mean that essential workers have to leave their bubbles to fix them, putting them at risk of COVID-19. Be kind to our essential workers and our environment & put your wet wipes in the bin.

PS. Thanks to Ross, who operates a mini combo flusher truck out of our Rongotai depot, for helping out with this campaign.

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1660 days ago

Lower Hutts oldest Teddy Bear

Sandra from Normandale

Blue Musical Teddy Bear over 70 years old.
He became worse for wear in the 1970s, mother took him to a doll hospital in Hawkes Bay, and the returned Teddy was NOT this bear. We complained but this teddy was GONE for good.

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1661 days ago

Online Hospice Shop now open

Te Omanga Hospice

While Te Omanga Hospice Shops are temporarily closed to ensure the health and safety of our community, our new online shop has just opened.

During Alert Level 4, you can browse and order preloved items from the safety of your home to be delivered as soon as lockdown is over.

Thank you for helping… View more
While Te Omanga Hospice Shops are temporarily closed to ensure the health and safety of our community, our new online shop has just opened.

During Alert Level 4, you can browse and order preloved items from the safety of your home to be delivered as soon as lockdown is over.

Thank you for helping support our essential care of vulnerable people at this challenging time ❤️

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1660 days ago

Grab yourself a cuppa...

Toastmasters

Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an … View more
Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an educational programme that promotes these competencies, and also teaches effective listening, thinking on your feet, leadership skills, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.

Amid lockdown, many of New Zealand’s Toastmasters clubs have transitioned to holding their regular meetings online to allow the continuation of personal and professional development while providing social interaction.

To find a meeting near you, visit http://www.toastmasters.org.nz/find_your_voice
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1662 days ago

Opticians in Covid19.

Sandra from Normandale

The tiny screw fell out of my glasses today and is lost.
Am legally blind says my drivers licence/optician.

Rang my optician to learn they are NOT essential, and when you think about it, they are really close to the patient for eye tests, frames and business.
I found a small safety pin and … View more
The tiny screw fell out of my glasses today and is lost.
Am legally blind says my drivers licence/optician.

Rang my optician to learn they are NOT essential, and when you think about it, they are really close to the patient for eye tests, frames and business.
I found a small safety pin and bluetac to hold the pin out of eye level. Not wonderful but will do for quite some time according to my optician.

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1660 days ago

Free art lessons...No.6 :)

Stephanie from Takapu Valley

Just in time for the start of week 4! Here's lesson 6 for all the young creatives out there. Enjoy.

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