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1499 days ago

Difference between a dunnock and a female sparrow

Louise from Woburn

A few people have asked how you can tell the difference between a dunnock and a female sparrow, so I've taken a couple of close-ups of a female sparrow so you can compare the two side-by-side (the last one is a dunnock). See how the female sparrow is much stockier in the body, the beak is … View moreA few people have asked how you can tell the difference between a dunnock and a female sparrow, so I've taken a couple of close-ups of a female sparrow so you can compare the two side-by-side (the last one is a dunnock). See how the female sparrow is much stockier in the body, the beak is triangular and pale, and the plumage is more patterned including a white bar of the underside of the wings. The dunnock is much finer featured, slim, steel grey front with brown back, brick red/brownish eyes with slim dark beak.

1497 days ago

Bowled over to have world champs

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Naenae Bowling Club is hosting the World Singles Champion of Champions tournament for the next two years.
Competitors will come from 28 different countries, bringing supporters and visitors to the region. The World Singles event follows on from Naenae previously hosting the televised Bowls Premier … View more
Naenae Bowling Club is hosting the World Singles Champion of Champions tournament for the next two years.
Competitors will come from 28 different countries, bringing supporters and visitors to the region. The World Singles event follows on from Naenae previously hosting the televised Bowls Premier League and Bowls 3five finals along with several national tournaments.
Club President Glenn McTaggart said it was an honour to be selected for such a prestigious event. The $6.25 million council facility was opened in September 2017.

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1497 days ago

Tātou Rohe - Our Region

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Another fortnight, another copy of our community newsletter, Tātou Rohe! Read it here: bit.ly...

Head to our website if you’d like to subscribe: www.gw.govt.nz...

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1498 days ago

Heart stopping yarn

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, check out this beautiful piece of writing from Stuff journalist Marty Sharpe.

The rugby gods weren’t ready for Colin Mataira.
Three times he turned up at their gates on the afternoon of July 11, and three times they sent him back. The 45-year-old father of five, and … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, check out this beautiful piece of writing from Stuff journalist Marty Sharpe.

The rugby gods weren’t ready for Colin Mataira.
Three times he turned up at their gates on the afternoon of July 11, and three times they sent him back. The 45-year-old father of five, and grandfather of three, to all intents and purposes died three times when his heart stopped on the 10-metre line of a Napier rugby field that day.

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1498 days ago

Fun fact

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

Did you know? The letter 'A' doesn't appear in any spelled-out numbers all the way through to 'one thousand'!

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1499 days ago

Where have all the houses gone?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Lower Hutt property agents are reporting a record low number of houses for sale.
On Sunday there were only 154 houses listed for sale in Lower Hutt.
Last year, there were roughly that number at the same time. The lack of stock is pushing prices up at a time when the market is already very tight.

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1498 days ago

Election 2020: Hutt South voting booth locations

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote for Hutt South.
The election date has been set and the campaign trail is back up and running.
At the … View more
In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate through Neighbourly. Here’s everything you need to know about where to vote for Hutt South.
The election date has been set and the campaign trail is back up and running.
At the upcoming election on October 17, enrolled voters will have a few boxes to tick.
There are two referenda on the cards, as well as the regular party and candidate selections.
Here’s a breakdown of what you’re voting for and where you can vote.

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1498 days ago

Election 2020: Te Tai Tonga candidates for local MP

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Tonga's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders … View more
Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Tonga's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.

Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.

Why does my MP matter?

The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.  

To read more, click here.

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1498 days ago

Election 2020: Te Tai Hauāuru candidates for local MP

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Hauāuru's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders … View more
Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Te Tai Hauāuru's MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.

Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.

Why does my MP matter?

The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.  

To read more, click here.

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1503 days ago

Light rail proposed for Lower Hutt

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The Green Party wants to see light rail in Lower Hutt.

The Greens’ transport policy backs the introduction of light rail between Wellington City, and the eastern and southern suburbs which they say would reduce congestion and emissions. It also includes extending it to Lower Hutt, making it … View more
The Green Party wants to see light rail in Lower Hutt.

The Greens’ transport policy backs the introduction of light rail between Wellington City, and the eastern and southern suburbs which they say would reduce congestion and emissions. It also includes extending it to Lower Hutt, making it possible to catch a light rail all the way from central Hutt to the airport.

Light rail could utilise the existing train network’s track gauge but Labour has already said it will not happen under its watch.
What do you think?

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1502 days ago

Entertainment and Encouragement Newsletter

Corinne Morris from

Hello Everyone,

How are you doing today?

Take a moment and have a look at this week's newsletter, it has lots of information and upcoming events for you. mailchi.mp...

This Sunday is National Grandparents Day. Will you be celebrating the day?

1499 days ago

In praise of worms

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Cr Brady Dyer is singing the praises of worm farming. Since starting a worm farm a month ago, he has significantly reduced the amount of household waste
He is urging Hutt residents to look at what they can do to reduce waste..
"It’s a no brainer! With the changes coming to our rubbish and … View more
Cr Brady Dyer is singing the praises of worm farming. Since starting a worm farm a month ago, he has significantly reduced the amount of household waste
He is urging Hutt residents to look at what they can do to reduce waste..
"It’s a no brainer! With the changes coming to our rubbish and recycling in July next year, right now is the perfect time to look at what you can do to be more responsible about your organic waste waiting for a kerbside collection could be some time away, and why have it collected and trucked across the city, when you can deal with it right now at home."

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1499 days ago

Kiwi John Whittaker

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A mighty Kingfisher has fallen. The New Zealand rugby league community is mourning legendary 1970s Kiwis back John Whittaker, who has died from cancer.

The 70-year-old – voted Wellington’s Player of the Century – earned 26 Kiwis caps between 1970 and 1982, and played in four World Cup … View more
A mighty Kingfisher has fallen. The New Zealand rugby league community is mourning legendary 1970s Kiwis back John Whittaker, who has died from cancer.

The 70-year-old – voted Wellington’s Player of the Century – earned 26 Kiwis caps between 1970 and 1982, and played in four World Cup tournaments. He played a total of 69 games for the Kiwis, including non-internationals, and scored 18 tries.

Whittaker was inducted as a Legend of League in 2012.

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1499 days ago

Catch The Press Leaders Debate Tuesday Night

Reporter The Press

Hi Neighbours,

Get ready for the South Island's only leader’s debate as Labour Leader Jacinda Ardern and National Leader Judith Collins prepare to go head to head in Christchurch.

Watch the debate live on Stuff, Tuesday, October 6 at 7pm.

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1499 days ago

Election 20202: Hutt South candidates for local MP

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Hutt South' MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will … View more
Hey neighbours,

In the lead up to the 2020 election, Stuff is keeping voters up to date with what’s happening in their electorate, through Neighbourly. Here’s what you need to know about the candidates in the running to be Hutt South' MP.

At the October 17 election, New Zealanders will have the opportunity to choose their regional spokesperson.
Through the Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) voting system, those enrolled can vote for the party they want as well as a local representative.
Why does my MP matter?
The person elected will be the voice for your region in Parliament. If you’re having trouble getting entitlements or dealing with Government departments, they can help. If your community needs funding for certain projects or activities, or there isn’t enough healthcare in the area, the elected MP can step in and help.

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