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Microchipping is a simple procedure in which a microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, is implanted under the skin behind your dog’s neck. The chip is assigned a number that helps identify your lost or mischievous dog.
Dogs must be registered with Hutt City Council for the 2017/18 year.
… View moreMicrochipping is a simple procedure in which a microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, is implanted under the skin behind your dog’s neck. The chip is assigned a number that helps identify your lost or mischievous dog.
Dogs must be registered with Hutt City Council for the 2017/18 year.
To get your dog microchipped, go to:
Animal Services Centre
21 Meachen Street, Seaview, Petone
Between 8-9am, 12-1pm, 4-5pm Monday to Friday or 12-1pm on Saturday
Bring in your hazardous waste and we'll get rid of it for free*
At 98 Wainuiomata Road (Wainuiomata Reformed Church), Saturday 28 October, from 8am to 1pm.
Even bigger than last time, this all has to go - come make an offer and grab a bargain!
Includes furniture, kitchen goods, crockery, clothes, puzzles, jewellery, books and more (the photos do not show … View moreAt 98 Wainuiomata Road (Wainuiomata Reformed Church), Saturday 28 October, from 8am to 1pm.
Even bigger than last time, this all has to go - come make an offer and grab a bargain!
Includes furniture, kitchen goods, crockery, clothes, puzzles, jewellery, books and more (the photos do not show everything available).
We have lots of brand-new hi-viz clothing and men's shirts to sell, as well as polypropylene shirts still in their boxes.
About 150 fast fashion fans have queued up outside H&M's new Queensgate store ahead of the grand opening at 10am.
Have you gone down to check it out? What did you see? What did you think?
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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
… View moreNeighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!
Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Following the massive turnout for HighLight: Carnival of Lights last weekend, tomorrow we’ve got the opening of H&M, Firefly Cinemas holding a Halloween drive-in movie series (Thurs, Fri and Sat evening) at Riverbank Car Park, the annual Hazardous Waste Collection on Sunday at Riverbank Car … View moreFollowing the massive turnout for HighLight: Carnival of Lights last weekend, tomorrow we’ve got the opening of H&M, Firefly Cinemas holding a Halloween drive-in movie series (Thurs, Fri and Sat evening) at Riverbank Car Park, the annual Hazardous Waste Collection on Sunday at Riverbank Car Park and of course the always popular Riverbank Saturday Market. It’s all happening in the Hutt!
If you’re coming to the CBD over coming days, especially during the weekend, please expect there to be lots more traffic on the roads and for there to be delays. It’s awesome that Lower Hutt is attracting new business and events but it does mean during opening days and event weekends we need to expect more cars and for it to take longer to get around. Over the next few days there will also be restrictions on access to the northern end of the Riverbank Car Park because of the events happening.
This weekend is a perfect time to consider public transport or parking a little further away than you usually do and walking to where you need to go…especially if this beautiful weather holds out.
Because H&M is set to be so popular, Queensgate Shopping Centre has also put special measures in place to keep cars moving in their car park but due to the buzz around H&M there may be unavoidable congestion. You can follow the Queensgate facebook page for shopping updates.
Please take care on the roads, be patient and make the most of being part of a city where things are happening.
When we come together to protect our waterways, beautiful things happen. At Greater Wellington Regional Council we’re working with landowners and communities to help protect and improve the water quality of rivers and streams.
By assisting them to fence and plant waterways, we’re helping to… View moreWhen we come together to protect our waterways, beautiful things happen. At Greater Wellington Regional Council we’re working with landowners and communities to help protect and improve the water quality of rivers and streams.
By assisting them to fence and plant waterways, we’re helping to keep water clean and to enhance the environment for everyone.
Hutt City councillor Chris Milne has his say on housing. Do you agree? tell us in the comment section. Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not for Print)
Don't forget to check out the Highlights carnival which starts tonight and runs over Labour Weekend. It's a free event being held around the Riddiford Gardens and Civic Precinct. Look out for the fireworks tonight!
Hi neighbours, the start of the golden weather is on the horizon. Set the scene for stylish outdoor living with furniture that ticks all the boxes - available now at our Outdoor Furniture Expo. We offer New Zealand’s finest range, superior quality, huge choice, functional designs, modern styles … View moreHi neighbours, the start of the golden weather is on the horizon. Set the scene for stylish outdoor living with furniture that ticks all the boxes - available now at our Outdoor Furniture Expo. We offer New Zealand’s finest range, superior quality, huge choice, functional designs, modern styles and outstanding value.
Our Outdoor Furniture Expo is on until 31 October! Up to 25% off the best New Zealand brands, Devon, Danske Mobler and Eden, all available under one roof. Paula’s Furniture and Beds have the largest display of outdoor furniture in the Lower North Island so visit in store and online to view new season designs and trends and take advantage of the huge savings.
Go in the draw to win a $500 Paula's gift voucher with every outdoor purchase!
Who remembers milk being delivered to the gate? Would you like to see it make a comeback?
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So far hundreds of you have filled in our power survey and 66% of you say that price is the main reason for choosing a power company. What are your thoughts? Fill in our short Power Survey and one lucky Neighbourly member will win a $500 Prezzy® card.
Greater Wellington Regional Council Biodiversity department shall be carrying out deer culling in East Harbour Regional Park Northern Forest from 18-31 October 2017. The professional hunter will be only hunting the area when weather conditions area conducive to hunting that area. No hunting will be… View moreGreater Wellington Regional Council Biodiversity department shall be carrying out deer culling in East Harbour Regional Park Northern Forest from 18-31 October 2017. The professional hunter will be only hunting the area when weather conditions area conducive to hunting that area. No hunting will be undertaken on weekends, public holidays or school holidays. Here is a link to the Stff article: www.stuff.co.nz...
Please check www.gw.govt.nz/eastharbour/<www.gw.govt.nz... to see if deer culling is be undertaken that day.
Professional hunters with knowledge of the area and the skills required to operate in the sensitive environment are being employed by GWRC to hunt deer prone areas of the Northern Forest block for wild deer and signs of their presence and shoot all wild animals observed. They will not be hunting the balloted area where public hunting is being carried out.
Although the park will remain open to the public during the culling operation, to avoid any risk to your members, the weeding of pest plants and checking of possum and rodent station, on or off the tracks should be halted when culling is being undertaken.
Members of the public using the area will be advised to stay on the main sign-posted walking tracks and to keep dogs on leads. Warning signs erected at all park entrances will be used to notify the users of the area. To avoid encouraging illegal hunting in the area which would present a significant risk to the public, no wider publicity of the operation will be undertaken.
The culling is necessary to minimise the impact of deer on the ecological values of the forest, which has been identified as an area of high biodiversity value by GWRC’s Biodiversity department.
Heavy browsing of favoured plant species by deer can eliminate individual native species from an area resulting in the loss of diversity and functionality of the forest ecosystem. Reducing wild deer numbers will assist GWRC, MIRO and EHEA in their efforts towards restoring the native ecosystem functions of the Northern Forest.
Mark McAlpine | East Harbour Park Ranger
GREATER WELLINGTON REGIONAL COUNCIL
Saturday 28 October: Park Street Depot, Upper Hutt
Sunday 29 October: Riverbank Car Park, Lower Hutt
Collection times: 10am - 2pm
What do we collect?
Hazardous waste is anything that could pose a danger either to people or to the environment.
We'll collect:
Batteries
We'll take… View moreSaturday 28 October: Park Street Depot, Upper Hutt
Sunday 29 October: Riverbank Car Park, Lower Hutt
Collection times: 10am - 2pm
What do we collect?
Hazardous waste is anything that could pose a danger either to people or to the environment.
We'll collect:
Batteries
We'll take single-use cell batteries, rechargeable batteries and car batteries.
Don't dispose of your rechargeable batteries in the landfill: take them to the annual Hazardous Waste Collection for safe disposal and recycling.
Light bulbs
We'll accept fluorescent and LED bulbs at our annual Hazmobile collection.
Because fluorescent light bulbs can present a significant problem if disposed in our landfills, we support an initiative to see that they’re 100% recycled. You can drop off household fluorescent light bulbs at the landfill for recycling.
Electronic waste (E-Waste)?
E-Waste (electronic waste) is any form of electronic waste that requires disposal. E-Waste is a major source of toxins in landfills.
Earthlink Inc runs a recycling and retail shop and also provides a drop-in service for recycling e-waste. You can drop off electronic waste for collection at Silverstream Landfill or at 25 Peterkin Street.
Household chemicals
This could include caustic kitchen products, or any chemicals that've been sitting in the kitchen or bathroom cupboard for too long. Don't tip them down the sink: bring them in and we'll take care of them.
Agrichemicals and DIY supplies
Get rid of your old tins of paint thinner, old containers of weedkiller and other unidentified nasties from the back of the shed.
We won't collect asbestos - it's way too dangerous to drop off at the Hazmobile site. Instead, contact us and we'll advise you how to dispose of it safely.
Disposing of hazardous waste
Please don’t take hazardous waste to the landfill or put it out with your rubbish for collection. Here are some other options for getting rid of hazardous waste safely.
What can I do with my hazardous waste?
You can:
• Look out for special collections organised by local organisations
• Approach environmentally friendly retailers – many will accept old equipment and appliances, especially if you agree to buy your new equipment from them
• There are commercial operators who will dispose of your waste for a fee. You can contact us for their details.
www.huttcity.govt.nz...
Roll up. We’re celebrating Heritage Week with a drawing tour – and that’s all we’re saying! Come along with your preferred materials and we’ll take you to surprise locations where you can put your pencils, charcoal or paint to paper. In the week before, we’ll send you heritage clues … View moreRoll up. We’re celebrating Heritage Week with a drawing tour – and that’s all we’re saying! Come along with your preferred materials and we’ll take you to surprise locations where you can put your pencils, charcoal or paint to paper. In the week before, we’ll send you heritage clues that will disclose the meet up spot…
WHEN: Saturday 28 October at 11am – 2pm
WHERE: To be disclosed!
PRICE: $20 (bookings essential)
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