Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt

Fringe Festival opens tomorrow

Fringe Festival opens tomorrow

Tap Fusion opens Wellington Fringe Festival at The Hannah Theatre on 13th and 14th February - Click here to buy your tickets

2373 days ago

Wellesley Discovery Days: Discover the magic

Wellesley College

Wellesley is not just a school, it’s a destination. With the hills, the bay and the sea as their extended classroom, our boys discover the love of learning without even realising it. Wellesley gives boys every opportunity to discover their best.

You and your son are invited to … View more
Wellesley is not just a school, it’s a destination. With the hills, the bay and the sea as their extended classroom, our boys discover the love of learning without even realising it. Wellesley gives boys every opportunity to discover their best.

You and your son are invited to experience our school in action on Tuesday 27th August: This fun and interactive morning includes hands-on experience in the Arts, Sport, and inside the Science (STEM) classroom. You will also visit our creek, feed the eels, and visit other classrooms along the way.

We look forward to meeting you.
Register now

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2374 days ago

Poplar tree felling

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

This tree will be missed. ? On Sunday morning (11 August), a 30-year old Poplar tree was found chopped down at the Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River entrance at Whakatikei in Upper Hutt. It was in perfect health, but obviously someone did not wish it well. Fortunately, no one was hurt when the tree fell … View moreThis tree will be missed. ? On Sunday morning (11 August), a 30-year old Poplar tree was found chopped down at the Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River entrance at Whakatikei in Upper Hutt. It was in perfect health, but obviously someone did not wish it well. Fortunately, no one was hurt when the tree fell across the road.
Felling trees (dead or alive) on river reserve is a prohibited activity, and also poses significant safety risks to other river users.
This person may have wrongly assumed the tree was dead as it had no leaves, therefore could be cut down for firewood. Poplars and willows are deciduous species with leaves present form spring to autumn.

We encourage communities to enjoy a wide range of pursuits at our rivers - while being mindful of others and respecting the environment.

2374 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
2374 days ago

No one should face cancer alone

Cancer Society NZ - Wellington Division

Your help can provide free services to those who need us, now and in the future.

A gift in your Will is a simple way of supporting the Cancer Society Wellington.

We will contribute $250 (plus GST) towards the legal cost .
Help support

2375 days ago

Do you know any drivers over 65?

Ryan Krug from

Do you know someone who doesn't enjoy driving as much as they used to? Perhaps they don't feel as confident with the increased numbers of vehicles on the roads. We're running Staying Safe refresher workshops for senior drivers in the spring. Sign up to our newsletter, … View moreDo you know someone who doesn't enjoy driving as much as they used to? Perhaps they don't feel as confident with the increased numbers of vehicles on the roads. We're running Staying Safe refresher workshops for senior drivers in the spring. Sign up to our newsletter, 'Chatter', to find out more.

2376 days ago

Out of My Mind - our latest podcast is now live

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View more
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.

In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.

There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.

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