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I Want nothing nor have nothing to give away but just a request for all the people who had stuff and would you PLEASE delete your posts it saves others going through
Check out the link below from STUFF. It is more support for the fact that people are unsafe on the roads through apathy, laziness, arrogance, ignorance blah, blah, blah!!! It's the same old story, "if he can do it so can I", "no one will notice", "its safe", … View moreCheck out the link below from STUFF. It is more support for the fact that people are unsafe on the roads through apathy, laziness, arrogance, ignorance blah, blah, blah!!! It's the same old story, "if he can do it so can I", "no one will notice", "its safe", "nothing will happen to me".
An accident is an accident!!! It can kill you or inconvenience you. Can you afford that? Is that what you want?
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From Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
… View moreFrom Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
Thanks to the response from the community, and in spite of a record hot January, the region’s storage lakes are now in good shape to last for the remainder of summer.
This means restrictions can now be eased to allow for the limited use of garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.
This is a good position to be in, but it’s important that people keep being responsible with water usage.
Sprinklers are actually a relatively wasteful way to water plants, and their use is limited by the garden watering restrictions still in place.
These allow the use of a single sprinkler or irrigation system, between the hours of 6-8 am and 7-9pm only on alternate days according to your house number.
Sprinkler use permitted at:
- odd-numbered houses on odd dates (1st, 3rd, 15th etc)
- even-numbered houses on even dates (2nd, 4th, 18th etc)
only between the hours of 6-8am and 7-9pm.
This restriction level will remain in place until further notice, or the end of Daylight Savings (1 April 2018) – except in Upper Hutt, where this restriction remains in place all year round.
We’d also like to remind people that the easing of restrictions is a good time to check and refill any emergency water storage containers, or to install an emergency tank if you don’t have one yet.
Tips for good watering practice:
- Use a trigger or wand to ensure water goes only where it’s needed
- Concentrate watering on the roots of plants not the leaves
- Use mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out
Are you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of … View moreAre you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of spot prizes on the day, along with FREE transport to and from the event.
Registrations close at midnight on Thursday 15 February – enter online today!
'The Local Cafe', a community co-op cafe run primarily by volunteers, opened it’s doors in Merton St two weeks ago. They're doing some neat things in the neighbourhood and serve coffees and hot drinks (from $3) and cooked lunches ($5) Mon, Wed, and Fri each week from 10-2pm.
… View more'The Local Cafe', a community co-op cafe run primarily by volunteers, opened it’s doors in Merton St two weeks ago. They're doing some neat things in the neighbourhood and serve coffees and hot drinks (from $3) and cooked lunches ($5) Mon, Wed, and Fri each week from 10-2pm.
Well worth a visit. Check them out here: www.facebook.com...
I have 3 wetsuits in excellent condition $20 each or we can do a deal for all 3
Red body glove size Youth 12
Pink body glove size Youth 10
Bezel Steamer size Youth 12
all in excellent condition and mainly used in fresh water
One of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not… View moreOne of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not to be missed.
When: Thursday 15th February, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Where: Wellington Museum
Entry by Koha - Cash bar available - ID Required
Due to the success of the Riverbank Market we will be trialling a new layout during February. From Saturday 3 February you will be able to enter the Market from the south end of the Riverbank Car Park at Daly Street. The north end at Rutherford Street will be exit only.
For more information … View moreDue to the success of the Riverbank Market we will be trialling a new layout during February. From Saturday 3 February you will be able to enter the Market from the south end of the Riverbank Car Park at Daly Street. The north end at Rutherford Street will be exit only.
For more information please go to www.huttcity.govt.nz/riverbank-market
Have you noticed, Neighbourly is less about neighbours posting and more a way of completely unrelated people posting spam without going through your email filter. I wonder what the people who set this system up actually think we are, probably fodder for the marketing mill. I for one can see no … View moreHave you noticed, Neighbourly is less about neighbours posting and more a way of completely unrelated people posting spam without going through your email filter. I wonder what the people who set this system up actually think we are, probably fodder for the marketing mill. I for one can see no benefit from remaining in this community and so I am kicking in my membership in a few days time, just allowing enough time for this message to make the rounds.
regards to you all.
Chris
Has anyone had a problem with fleas on their animals that you cannot get rid of I have used the usual flea stuff you squeeze out of the bottle on the neck, THEN I used flea powder, then bathed her with flea shampoo, and she is combed regularly with a flea comb and STILL she has these tiny fleas on … View moreHas anyone had a problem with fleas on their animals that you cannot get rid of I have used the usual flea stuff you squeeze out of the bottle on the neck, THEN I used flea powder, then bathed her with flea shampoo, and she is combed regularly with a flea comb and STILL she has these tiny fleas on her any other suggestions that I can try and yes we have done the house too?
Hutt City Council is starting public consultation as part of its work to strengthen protections for Lower Hutt’s natural heritage.
There are currently only limited safeguards in Council’s District Plan for these valuable landscapes and ecological and coastal areas.
Council will now talk to … View moreHutt City Council is starting public consultation as part of its work to strengthen protections for Lower Hutt’s natural heritage.
There are currently only limited safeguards in Council’s District Plan for these valuable landscapes and ecological and coastal areas.
Council will now talk to landowners whose land has been identified as having a potential area of significance. Council also hopes to discuss with landowners and interested members of the public about ways to protect and manage these natural areas for future generations.
More information via the link below.
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