Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

1910 days ago

Time to pop in to Upper Hutt and check out Warhol exhibition

Reporter Community News

If you are looking for something to do in the bad weather then check out Andy Warhol's Pop Garden at Expressions Upper Hutt.
It features a dazzling array of flowers in a hall of mirrors, accompanied by rock music.
The exhibition runs until December.

1909 days ago

ASB Bank Senior Priority Direct Phone Line

Corinne Morris from

One of our wonderful newsletter readers have emailed in to let us know that ASB bank has set up a Senior Priority Direct Phone Line.

Call on 0800 272 119 for your banking questions and needs.

1908 days ago

League community mourning the loss of John "Pineapple" Whittaker

Reporter Community News

Randwick and Wellington rugby league has lost a giant with the death of
John Whittaker.

Kiwi number 485, he played for Wellington 73 times and at the Wellington Rugby League's Centenary celebrations, he was named as their player of the century. He won five premierships with Randwick and … View more
Randwick and Wellington rugby league has lost a giant with the death of
John Whittaker.

Kiwi number 485, he played for Wellington 73 times and at the Wellington Rugby League's Centenary celebrations, he was named as their player of the century. He won five premierships with Randwick and made his Kiwi debut in 1970. He also played for Warrington and the Cook Islands.

1909 days ago

Win 1 of 3 free insulation packages

The team from EnergySmart - Wellington

The package includes:
-Ceiling insulation
-Underfloor insulation

A healthy home retrofit will make your home easier to heat in winter and cooler in summer - plus reduce your power bill!

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1913 days ago

Harakeke/Flax/Phormium Tenax

Kat from Waterloo

Kia Ora, I live in Waiwhetu and am looking for Harakeke for weaving. If anyone in the area has a plant that needs pruning then please let me know 😊

1909 days ago

The 2020 Senior Regional Games return this November!

The team from Hutt City Council

Participate in a variety of physical and social activities from sport to board games that are inclusive and accessible for senior needs.

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1909 days ago

LH woman heading to US for sugery

Reporter Community News

Jayne L’Amour is forking out thousands of dollars to have life-changing surgery in the United States.

The Lower Hutt former dancer and fitness instructor has a rare condition, known as slipping rib syndrome. It occurs occurs when the cartilage on a person’s lower ribs slips and moves, leading … View more
Jayne L’Amour is forking out thousands of dollars to have life-changing surgery in the United States.

The Lower Hutt former dancer and fitness instructor has a rare condition, known as slipping rib syndrome. It occurs occurs when the cartilage on a person’s lower ribs slips and moves, leading to pain in their chest or upper abdomen.
The options in New Zealand include removing ribs, but a pioneer surgeon in the US has worked out a way to stabilise them.

She is heading heading to the United Hospital Centre in Bridgeport, West Virginia, for surgery, and will spend a month in America.

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1909 days ago

Labour wants some civil servants to shift to Lower Hutt

Reporter Community News

Remutaka MP and State Services Minister Chris Hipkins would like to see some civil servants move to Lower Hutt.

Hipkins says hubs outside Wellington would take pressure off existing offices in Wellington. Wellington’s public sector employs about 27,000, while there are about 37,000 in the … View more
Remutaka MP and State Services Minister Chris Hipkins would like to see some civil servants move to Lower Hutt.

Hipkins says hubs outside Wellington would take pressure off existing offices in Wellington. Wellington’s public sector employs about 27,000, while there are about 37,000 in the private sector. A Cabinet paper tabled last year revealed the State Services Commission wanted to “reduce the footprint” of government workers in the Wellington and Auckland regions, and move agencies elsewhere when possible.

What do you think of moving some state servants to Lower Hutt?

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1911 days ago

Paint bubbles repair...

Mac from Stokes Valley

Can anyone tell me the best way to repair paint bubbles on exterior house paint please?

1910 days ago

Election 2020: Ikaroa-Rāwhiti 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 Ikaroa-Rāwhiti'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 Ikaroa-Rāwhiti'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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1912 days ago

Don't forget to change your clocks

Reporter Community News

New Zealand springs forward this weekend as Daylight Saving time begins.
Clocks will go forward by one hour at 2am on Sunday 27 September. Daylight saving time will continue until Sunday 4 April 2020, when clocks will go back by one hour to NZ Standard Time.

Most New Zealanders should experience a… View more
New Zealand springs forward this weekend as Daylight Saving time begins.
Clocks will go forward by one hour at 2am on Sunday 27 September. Daylight saving time will continue until Sunday 4 April 2020, when clocks will go back by one hour to NZ Standard Time.

Most New Zealanders should experience a seamless transition, with modern electronic devices adjusting automatically. However, older devices may need to be adjusted manually.
Do not forget it is also a good time to check emergency plans, survival kits and smoke alarms.

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1911 days ago

Free long base and mattress

Jaimy from Naenae

Free long Base and mattress!

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1911 days ago

Toys

Jane from Naenae

Hi neighbours,Do you have any new or used toys the kids no longer play with.On 28th Nov,I am Hosting a Fun Day at Avalon Park for Chidren 5- 11yrs an need toys or what ever u think we can give to brighten their Day.Watch this space for our Poster.Collecting from Tomorrow till 31st Oct Nga mihi

1914 days ago

Why 2021 will be the year of the long weekend

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once … View more
Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once you’ve tacked on the weekends, you’ll end up getting a whopping 25 days off out of those 10 stat days, plus your region’s anniversary day.

To find out how to get the most out of your annual leave next year, click here.

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