Taita, Lower Hutt

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3043 days ago

New flowers and vege varieties

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours, here's a look at some new plants out in garden centres this month.

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3043 days ago

Need to vote in advance?

Grace from Hutt City Council

You can vote from Monday 11 September at one of our advanced voting locations. You can also enrol, check or update your details at the same time.

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3043 days ago

Pop Up Workout - This Sunday

Helen from Helen Jackson's Trilogy of Healthy Living

Hey Neighbours

I've collaborated with Turtle from Suckerpunch and he is running an extra session this Sunday afternoon at 1pm at their gym down in the Station Village.

No lying around this Sunday, get moving, get active, get healthy.

Everyone welcome - no problem that it's … View more
Hey Neighbours

I've collaborated with Turtle from Suckerpunch and he is running an extra session this Sunday afternoon at 1pm at their gym down in the Station Village.

No lying around this Sunday, get moving, get active, get healthy.

Everyone welcome - no problem that it's Father's Day, bring your Dad.

The workout is $10 per person - work at your own level. It's cardio/strength followed by some work on the punching bags. You will definitely get your sweat on but do your own Level 10 - work at YOUR level.

I'll have $5 nutrition shakes available afterwards - proceeds go to Herbalife Family Foundation - supporting at risk children.

Bring your own shaker or purchase one on the day for $5.

Would love to see you there!! Spaces are limited though so make sure you get in touch to RSVP.

Have an amazing day.

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3043 days ago

Don't miss Delaney Davidson at Wellington Museum

Wellington Museum

Singer-Songwriter. Noir protagonist. Outlaw phantom. Don’t miss Delaney Davidson, one of the most distinctive figures in the NZ music landscape. Known for his hypnotic and original ‘One Man and his Ghost Orchestra’ show, his compelling live performances present jarring yet beautiful songs … View moreSinger-Songwriter. Noir protagonist. Outlaw phantom. Don’t miss Delaney Davidson, one of the most distinctive figures in the NZ music landscape. Known for his hypnotic and original ‘One Man and his Ghost Orchestra’ show, his compelling live performances present jarring yet beautiful songs which command the shadowy musical world of ‘Country-Noir’ and ‘Gothic Americana’.

WHEN: Thursday 7 September at 8pm
WHERE: Wellington Museum
PRICE: Entry by koha
Learn more

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3046 days ago

Mystery Trip to Upper Hutt

Michael from Pinehaven

A senior couple paid Air NZ $1500 for a mystery trip. The trip turned out to be the southern city of Invercargill. I would have been slightly annoyed that it wasn't for instance, Queenstown, but i am sure I would have found something that allowed me to have a pleasant time in a city I have … View moreA senior couple paid Air NZ $1500 for a mystery trip. The trip turned out to be the southern city of Invercargill. I would have been slightly annoyed that it wasn't for instance, Queenstown, but i am sure I would have found something that allowed me to have a pleasant time in a city I have never actually been to - and I have been to Queenstown several times.

So the couple complained and got their money back.

What if the couple had found themselves in the city of Upper Hutt and were told that the rules of the mystery trip was that they could not travel to anywhere else but Upper Hutt? Could they have had a great time in a "great" city?

Well they could visit Staglands which is a kind of rugged farmland zoo, they would have to go to Expressions because this place is compulsory viewing. Oh, yes, it might be happiness if their trip coincides with a race day at Trentham, but olay, we now have this craft beer tour and I believe that one of the four craft beer establishments we currently have, now has food available. They could take a walk around Trentham Memorial Park if they are dog fanciers. If the couple are looking for fine dining or a four-five star accommodation then they are probably stretching their luck though Wallaceville House is the best we can offer. And we do have some cafes who give you real Wellington quality coffee. And when its open there is the Devonshire tea barn in Te Marua where their scones are so good that it's a compulsive stop for circuit cyclists.

Is Upper Hutt a better city to visit than Invercargill? Tim Shadbolt would say no.

3043 days ago

Bring a pest to school day: Biosecurity talks traps with enthusiastic students

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Our biosecurity officers do a lot more then just protect our native environment. They are out there talking to the backyard protectors of tomorrow! Two of our team recently visited Plateau School where they talked pests, predators and what happens when you put a banana in a trap...

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3044 days ago

Do you love to SING??

Joanne Roelofs from Hutt Valley Singers

We've only just started a new programme, have lots of fun events for the end of the year and would love new members to join our growing choir!

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3069 days ago

Kiwifruit plants

David from Avalon

Hi everyone,

I'm hoping someone can help I'm looking at trying to grow kiwifruit (preferably golden but would be happy with green) and have been talking to the local garden shops.

As I understand due to the viruses up north it's not illegal to grow or sell locally but you … View more
Hi everyone,

I'm hoping someone can help I'm looking at trying to grow kiwifruit (preferably golden but would be happy with green) and have been talking to the local garden shops.

As I understand due to the viruses up north it's not illegal to grow or sell locally but you can't transport plants around the country. As the only nurseries in the country growing kiwi fruit plants are up north no-one can get them down here.

The garden shop suggested trying to find someone locally who has two existing plants (male and female) and try and take cutting to grow them. They will grown in the Hutt quite happily it's just trying to find some.

Has anyone got two plants I could take cuttings off?

3045 days ago

5 Days of Healthy Living - Simple right?

Helen from Helen Jackson's Trilogy of Healthy Living

***5 Day Healthy Eating Challenge***

Just 5 days - starts every Monday morning, will you be on the next one?

For more information and to register click the link

See you on the next challenge!!

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3046 days ago

Missing Cat, Farmers Cres

Martina from Belmont

My friends cat is missing from Farners Cres, possible sighting in Biddle Cres. Please be on the outlook.

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3047 days ago

Voting according to our values is the greatest freedom and privilege we have.

Emmanuel from Stokes Valley

In the upcoming General Election, voting according to our values is the greatest freedom and privilege we have. We should value it – and use it!
For more details visit - valueyourvote.org.nz...
www.familyfirst.org.nz...
www.familyfirst.org.nz...forum/
As you are well aware the General … View more
In the upcoming General Election, voting according to our values is the greatest freedom and privilege we have. We should value it – and use it!
For more details visit - valueyourvote.org.nz...
www.familyfirst.org.nz...
www.familyfirst.org.nz...forum/
As you are well aware the General Election is on 23 September 2017. It is under 6 weeks away!
Here are some alarming statistics! One million eligible New Zealanders did not vote in the 2014 Election! They have been described as the missing million! Of these about 750,000 enrolled but did not vote and about 250,000 did not even enrol.
In New Zealand voting is not compulsory (in Australia it is) but enrolment is required by law.
In the last NZ Census (2013) 45% of the population described themselves as Christians. Assuming that the voting & eligibility ratios among the Christian population are the same as the rest of NZ’s population then some 450,000 professing Christians did not vote. Even if we reduced this figure by almost half then a very conservative estimate would be at least 250,000 professing Christians did not vote in the last election!

3058 days ago

In search of curry powder

Ashleigh from Epuni

Hi everyone, I am in search of a place to buy the curry powder in this photo. My partner's family all really enjoy it but haven't seemed to be able to find any recently. Can anybody help me out please? Thank you!

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3059 days ago

Improve energy levels in just 5 days.

Helen from Helen Jackson's Trilogy of Healthy Living

***5 Day Healthy Eating Challenge***

Just 5 days - starts every Monday morning, will you be on the next one?

For more information and to register click the link

See you on the next challenge!!

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3046 days ago

Join NZ Gardener's September campaign to save our pollinators!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2.… View more
Hello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:

1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...

2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...

3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...

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3051 days ago

Poll: Do you still use a landline?

Reporter The Hutt News

Thanks for your thoughts everyone! Comments are now closed.
We're doing a story on landline phones: who still has them? Are they extinct technology or still an important part of life?
We'd love you to take our wee poll and comment if you like!
[Remember to mark your comment NFP if you … View more
Thanks for your thoughts everyone! Comments are now closed.
We're doing a story on landline phones: who still has them? Are they extinct technology or still an important part of life?
We'd love you to take our wee poll and comment if you like!
[Remember to mark your comment NFP if you don't want it appearing in print]

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Do you still use a landline?
  • 68.8% Yes, I do have a landline phone
    68.8% Complete
  • 31.2% No, I do not have a landline phone
    31.2% Complete
417 votes
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