Tirohanga, Lower Hutt

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586 days ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from NZ Compare

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."

From the poem 'For the fallen' by Laurence Binyon

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586 days ago

Heretaunga Players latest show!

Heretaunga Players

Hi everyone,

Here we are hard at work rehearsing for our next production “ Lockdown in Little Grimley”.

This is the fifth of the hugely popular Little Grimley series, which follows the antics of a hapless amateur dramatic society desperate for audiences.

In a time of lockdown, the … View more
Hi everyone,

Here we are hard at work rehearsing for our next production “ Lockdown in Little Grimley”.

This is the fifth of the hugely popular Little Grimley series, which follows the antics of a hapless amateur dramatic society desperate for audiences.

In a time of lockdown, the Chairman Gordon calls an emergency meeting, complete with social distancing, to discuss his idea for their next production when restrictions ease - a touching love story set in a hospital, with all profits destined for the NHS. But based on their previous efforts, will the NHS actually end up worse off?

Show dates are Thu 4th May to Sat 13rth May and we have 2 free tickets to give away for opening night on the 4th. Simply go to our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/heretaungaplayers

like and share and you’ll automatically go in the draw.

Tickets can be purchased at Lockdown in Little Grimley (iticket.co.nz) The crew at Heretaunga Players look forward to seeing you at The Studio, 52 Ward Street.
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586 days ago

Jump For Cancer in May 2023

Cancer Society

The Cancer Society has partnered with 9 skydive companies across Aotearoa to offer you a free skydive when you raise $1000.

You can sign up as an individual, or as team, such as a workplace. Regardless, each person must raise $1000 or more to qualify for a free jump.

When you sign up … View more
The Cancer Society has partnered with 9 skydive companies across Aotearoa to offer you a free skydive when you raise $1000.

You can sign up as an individual, or as team, such as a workplace. Regardless, each person must raise $1000 or more to qualify for a free jump.

When you sign up you'll get to choose where you jump and which region you'd like your funds to go to - these don't have to be the same, they could be at opposite ends of the country.

If you don't know where you want to jump yet, that's absolutely fine. Your local Cancer Society team can talk you through your options and help you pick the jump site that's right for you.

Stop hesitating, go on, sign up now!
sign up now

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586 days ago

Hello Fresh - Free box of ready to cook meal bags

Rick from Waterloo

Cut and paste the URL below into your browser and follow the instructions.

Cheers

Rick

www.hellofresh.co.nz...

596 days ago

Bonus Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Okay, it is not Friday but this picture by Rosa Marie is too good not to use.

"Spotted this black backed gull with what looks like some fish (or is it orange peel?) in his mouth on a lamp post. I had seen him dived down in the middle of the main road and grab it and luckily had my camera on… View more
Okay, it is not Friday but this picture by Rosa Marie is too good not to use.

"Spotted this black backed gull with what looks like some fish (or is it orange peel?) in his mouth on a lamp post. I had seen him dived down in the middle of the main road and grab it and luckily had my camera on me to take a shot or two."

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587 days ago

Get cosy with your whānau

EECA

Don't go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold. You deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about power bills.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to… View more
Don't go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold. You deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about power bills.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau, at www.warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz
Find out more

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587 days ago

World Book Day

NumberWorks'nWords Lower Hutt

World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2023, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration … View more
World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2023, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, World Book Day is marked in over 100 countries around the globe.

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590 days ago

Thanks to ALL who donated WOOL

Sandra from Normandale

Thank you to all who donated WOOL to my crocheting of blankets for charity.....Here is blanket number 73 now at the charity shop.
Fits a queen size bed.

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588 days ago

Letter from Gallipoli by W G Hendle 1915

Sandra from Normandale

Paperspast Evening Post 9 October 1915.
My great uncle William George Hendle who was wounded at Gallipoli and died later.
HIS LETTER on being shot at Gallipoli.

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588 days ago

Old working top of a rotary clothes line

George from Naenae

The lifting part broke and we are replacing it. Due to the bad weather and holidays, this bit is still available if anyone wants it. Hopefully will be gone by early next week so be in now if you want it :)

Free

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588 days ago

Asko Asea Cylinder 7000 Tumble Dryer

George from Naenae

Still runs well. One clip in the hose that goes in the side to vent is broken off and the hose itself has some holes (bloody cat pouncing on it) but it still stays in with the other 2 clips. Currently set for left side venting (as you look at it) but can be changed to rear or right - a matter of … View moreStill runs well. One clip in the hose that goes in the side to vent is broken off and the hose itself has some holes (bloody cat pouncing on it) but it still stays in with the other 2 clips. Currently set for left side venting (as you look at it) but can be changed to rear or right - a matter of moving the hose inside the body (easily done). Have the original manual as well.
MUST BE COLLECTED - we have no way of moving it.

Free

589 days ago

NZ House & Garden Special Mother’s Day Offer

Mags4Gifts

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a subscription to New Zealand’s favourite lifestyle magazine, NZ House & Garden. Either gift or purchase a 1-year subscription to
NZ House & Garden for only $89, save $38!

NZ House & Garden is the authority on interiors, homes and gardens. We cross … View more
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a subscription to New Zealand’s favourite lifestyle magazine, NZ House & Garden. Either gift or purchase a 1-year subscription to
NZ House & Garden for only $89, save $38!

NZ House & Garden is the authority on interiors, homes and gardens. We cross the style boundaries — from the smallest, most beautifully crafted spaces to designer showstoppers. Then there’s the sumptuous food with recipes you’ll really want to try, carefully curated travel and all the latest homeware and shopping trends.

Happy Mother’s Day,
NZ House & Garden
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591 days ago

Food Donations,

Jane from Naenae

Good morning Neighbours,With the price of Food rocketing Sky high,Families are struggling to put food on their table.Our sponsors also are struggling to support all Charities in supplying us with Food to pass on,Our Pataka is on a low an may have to cut down the days of opening because of this.Just… View moreGood morning Neighbours,With the price of Food rocketing Sky high,Families are struggling to put food on their table.Our sponsors also are struggling to support all Charities in supplying us with Food to pass on,Our Pataka is on a low an may have to cut down the days of opening because of this.Just thought I would post up if any one has food in their cupboard they no longer need,i would be more than happy to take off your hands.We are at 427 cambridge tce nae nae an I can also pick up.Thanku all for the donations gifted me up to now.Nga mihi Neighbours

589 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Another wonderful image from Simon Woolf. It was taken on the Kāpiti Coast.

"This bird is believe it, or not, I believe is Black Tern! "The Black Tern is one of four marsh tern species found worldwide and the rarest in New Zealand, with one accepted sighting north of Wellington in … View more
Another wonderful image from Simon Woolf. It was taken on the Kāpiti Coast.

"This bird is believe it, or not, I believe is Black Tern! "The Black Tern is one of four marsh tern species found worldwide and the rarest in New Zealand, with one accepted sighting north of Wellington in 2022. When breeding it is a small black tern with grey wings. It is pale in non-breeding plumage (as was the only local record).
Like the closely related white-winged black tern, the black tern can be found in a range of freshwater and estuarine habitats. The nominate form breeds in Eurasia, migrating to Africa to winter, while the North America subspecies migrates to Central and South America" We now have at least three birds in New Zealand, as I spotted three individual birds with the flock of White Fronted Terns. So rare in NZ. Very rapt, and a great find."

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589 days ago

It's a whitewash!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Lower Hutt

Refresh an old table with a Resene Colorwood Whitewash finish.

Learn how to make old new again wiith these handy instructions.

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