Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt

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1196 days ago

Wellington Free Ambulance needs your support

Reporter Community News

Covid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region… View moreCovid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region and if 85,.000 text ONESIE to 3181 to donate $3, that would be an incredible $255,000, the cost of a new ambulance. You can also donate online at onesieday.co.nz

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1196 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1196 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1196 days ago

3 mt long iron roofing - sold

Sharon from Wainuiomata

Anyone interested in 3mt long iron roofing. Was dismantled from our old garage. There are some nail holes otherwise has good use. I have six sheets. $12/sheet. PM me if interested, need them gone, no requirement for them now.

Price: $12

1197 days ago

Digital Boost is here to help

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Lockdowns are tough for many in business, so let us share the load.

Whether it's setting up technology to keep your business running smoothly, or advice on working remotely.

Get in touch with us, we’d love to help.

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1196 days ago

Nominate your Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year!

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

Kia ora Wellington neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community –… View more
Kia ora Wellington neighbours!

We hope that you are safe and sound with your bubbles at home.

With two weeks to go until nominations close – it's time to lockdown your nomination for 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year. We're looking for that special person in this community – the one doing exceptional mahi to make Wellington a better place.

Nominations close 31 August and only take 5 minutes.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.co.nz...

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1197 days ago

Central Ward by-election kicks off

Jon from Hutt City Council

Have your say on how your city is run and how it will evolve in the years ahead.

Voting in the Central Ward by-election is now open, and voter packs are in the post.

Information about the candidates, how to register as a special voter and more can be found below.

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1197 days ago

Alert Level 4 in Lower Hutt: HCC Update

The team from Hutt City Council

Kia kaha Lower Hutt, we've been here before and we'll get through this again.

Key things to know:
Rubbish and green waste (red lid bin and green lid bin) collection continues as normal. Hold onto your recycling for now while the recycling sorting facility is closed.

Council facilities … View more
Kia kaha Lower Hutt, we've been here before and we'll get through this again.

Key things to know:
Rubbish and green waste (red lid bin and green lid bin) collection continues as normal. Hold onto your recycling for now while the recycling sorting facility is closed.

Council facilities including libraries, hubs, pools, playgrounds, public toilets and the admin building are closed.

The artesian water taps are closed.

The rates payment deadline has been extended by two weeks to 3 September. You can pay your rates online by following the instructions at www.huttcity.govt.nz.... If you need help in paying your rates, please visit www.huttcity.govt.nz...help or email rates@huttcity.govt.nz.

For more information on our services and facilities during Alert Level 4 visit www.huttcity.govt.nz....

Please keep to your bubbles, leave only for essentials, wear a face covering in public, and stay 2 metres from those outside your bubble.

More information is available at www.covid19.govt.nz....

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1198 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

This should not be too hard. Who is this?

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1197 days ago

How to get tested in Lower Hutt

Reporter Community News

If you are unwell, have any one of the Covid-19 symptoms or believe you may have been in places of interest relating to current cases then call your doctor to arrange a test. You can also call Healthline on 0800 358 5453. Follow the link (click on Read More) to find testing stations in Lower Hutt.
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If you are unwell, have any one of the Covid-19 symptoms or believe you may have been in places of interest relating to current cases then call your doctor to arrange a test. You can also call Healthline on 0800 358 5453. Follow the link (click on Read More) to find testing stations in Lower Hutt.

Vaccine bookings

Vaccination centres will open again today from 8am.
They will be operating under Alert Level 4 conditions. Because of the need to physically distance, fewer people will be vaccinated and some appointments may need to be postponed.

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1197 days ago

Industry Skills Development Handbook

Competenz

Is this you?

You know building the skills and capability of your staff is vital, but it’s hard to know where to start or even where to turn for advice, so it keeps sliding down your to-do list.

Use this guidebook to develop your company’s capability and improve your bottom line.
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1198 days ago

Help please, wanted a wooden chook house for free range chooks and roosters.

Linda from Silverstream

There is about 8 to 10 hen/rooster free range birds that need a covered house with a perch in so they can be kept dry and under cover, also where I can also feed them.
Please contact myself Linda if interested. Can anyone also let myself know if we now have a Men's Shed in Upper Hutt please.

1198 days ago

Lower Hutt's $700 million RiverLink project reaches major milestone

Reporter Community News

RiverLInk has moved a step closer with an application for resource consent.
The project includes extensive flood protection works, a new Melling road bridge, a new pedestrian and cycle bridge connecting directly to the relocated Melling station, a network of new walkways and cycleways connecting … View more
RiverLInk has moved a step closer with an application for resource consent.
The project includes extensive flood protection works, a new Melling road bridge, a new pedestrian and cycle bridge connecting directly to the relocated Melling station, a network of new walkways and cycleways connecting people to the river, and the revitalisation of the Hutt city centre.
At $700 million the project is the Hutt Valley’s largest ever infrastructure project.

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1198 days ago

What you need to know

Reporter Community News

New Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.

The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on… View more
New Zealand is now in a nationwide level 4 lockdown, with a total of five Covid-19 cases in the community confirmed to be the more transmissible Delta variant.

The four new cases announced Wednesday morning were all linked to the 58-year-old Devonport man – a tradesman – who tested positive on Tuesday. The four include a colleague of the man and close contacts, including a nurse who works at Auckland hospital.
The entire country is at the highest alert level for at least three days while Auckland and Coromandel, where the man spent the weekend, are at level 4 for at least seven days. A list of locations of interest can be found here.
Level 4 means it’s likely that the disease is not contained.

Testing and vaccinations

A full list of community testing centres can be found here. If you think you need a test, call Healthline first on 0800 358 5453. If you get tested, stay home until you have a negative test result. There is no charge to get a test, regardless of your citizenship, immigration status, nationality or medical insurance.
You will need to supply contact details to get a test. A National Health Index (NHI) number is good to have but not crucial.
The most common test is a swab to the back of your nose, which some people describe as a “tickle” and others say is “uncomfortable.”

The vaccination programme has been put on hold for 48 hours. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said it was to ensure the safety of frontline health workers, as officials tried to get to grips with how wide the latest community case may have spread.

Stay at home

People are instructed to stay home in their bubble other than for essential movement. Safe recreational activity is allowed in the local area but, given the Delta variant is suspected, even more caution is recommended from others to limit transmission.

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1198 days ago

Where to get tested

Reporter Community News

If you were in a location of interest the contact details regarding the local test centre are contained below.

729 High St, Lower Hutt central, open 10am to 4pm Monday to Wednesday and 9am to 4pm Thursday and Friday. Appointments preferred over walk-ins.

Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane St, … View more
If you were in a location of interest the contact details regarding the local test centre are contained below.

729 High St, Lower Hutt central, open 10am to 4pm Monday to Wednesday and 9am to 4pm Thursday and Friday. Appointments preferred over walk-ins.

Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane St, Upper Hutt is open from 1pm to 5pm on Wednesday and 9am to 4.30pm on Thursday. Bookings are preferred.

In the Hutt Valley, call (04) 576 8619 between 9am and 4pm on weekdays to book your test.

Please visit the Hutt Valley DHB website for a full list of testing locations and hours. If you're not sure if you need a test or want further advice call Healthline on 0800 358 5453.

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