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Petone man Tony Cook’s love for heritage architecture motivated him to restore a quake-prone and decaying colonial-era church.
It wasn’t all plain sailing but the stunning results will be part of the Petone townscape for many decades to come.
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Plants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained … View morePlants make a lovely gift for young and old. Personalise your gift by creating a potato print wrap for it using a favourite Resene testpot colour and a potato cut to your chosen shape. It’s easy to do – you can even get the kids to help. It’s also a handy way to disguise any old or stained plant pots you may have in your home. Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Rubbish and recycling will not be collected on Good Friday (19 April).
To make sure your rubbish and recycling still gets collected, we are doing a run on Saturday 20 April.
If you’d like to take advantage of this opportunity, please make sure your rubbish and recycling is on the kerb by … View moreRubbish and recycling will not be collected on Good Friday (19 April).
To make sure your rubbish and recycling still gets collected, we are doing a run on Saturday 20 April.
If you’d like to take advantage of this opportunity, please make sure your rubbish and recycling is on the kerb by 7.30am. All other collection days over Easter will remain the same.
A person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition following an assault in Lower Hutt. A po…
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Hutt City Libraries, invites booklovers to an event featuring three local storytellers.
2019 Ngaio Marsh Awards entrants Helen Vivienne Fletcher, Penelope Haines, and Peter King will discuss how they create memorable characters, craft page-turning … View moreThe Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Hutt City Libraries, invites booklovers to an event featuring three local storytellers.
2019 Ngaio Marsh Awards entrants Helen Vivienne Fletcher, Penelope Haines, and Peter King will discuss how they create memorable characters, craft page-turning plotlines, and infuse their exciting storytelling with real-life issues. Ngaio Marsh Awards judge Stephanie Soper will prosecute the offenders.
Lower Hutt War Memorial Library, 2 Queens Drive
Friday 12 April, 6:15pm (panel discussion starts at 6:30pm)
FREE
Helen Vivienne Fletcher is a playwright, poet, writing teacher & children's author. She has been shortlisted for the Joy Cowley Award, was named Outstanding Young Playwright at the Wellington Theatre Awards. and was a finalist for the 2018 Ngaio Marsh Award for Best First novel for her debut BROKEN SILENCE.
Otaki author Penelope Haines grew up in India and Pakistan. Before being a writer she was a nurse, farm manager, CEO, and commercial pilot. STALL TURNS is the third book in her mystery series featuring Kapiti Coast pilot Claire Hardcastle, which has been praised as “just plain fun” with a “smart and sassy” new heroine.
Peter King is a Wellington policy research manager, author, and journalist. He is the author of the modern fantasy series Changels and the futuristic environmental thriller ANIMAL PHARM. He has written over 500 articles and currently broadcasts a monthly radio show for independent authors called Writers' Island.
A Big hearty thankq to James Hedly who rocked in with his huge donation of Food for the Pataka.Our Waka is starting to float again.nga mihi James
A popular swimming spot in Lower Hutt is closing to the public for safety.
Naenae Pool clocks up to 450,000 visits every year but has joined a growing list of venues in the Wellington region which are now closed because of earthquake concerns. Hutt City Council made the decision on Tuesday.
… View moreA popular swimming spot in Lower Hutt is closing to the public for safety.
Naenae Pool clocks up to 450,000 visits every year but has joined a growing list of venues in the Wellington region which are now closed because of earthquake concerns. Hutt City Council made the decision on Tuesday.
What do you think? Will you miss having the pool around?
The Wainuiomata Ward councillor will try to break Ray Wallace's three term stand as Mayor at this year's local elections.
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There are still a few places left in Saturday mornings youth art class and looks like it could be a perfect weekend for art. Class starts at 10am. all materials supplied - and walk out at midday clutching your freshly completed painting and beaming smile of creative satisfaction. Suitable for… View moreThere are still a few places left in Saturday mornings youth art class and looks like it could be a perfect weekend for art. Class starts at 10am. all materials supplied - and walk out at midday clutching your freshly completed painting and beaming smile of creative satisfaction. Suitable for ages between 7 and 17, no previous experience required. $25 includes all materials and is generously sponsored by Watercolour New Zealand.
We’re upgrading the busy northern Waterloo Quay level crossing to make it better able to withstand earthquakes and flooding, safer, and easier for vehicles to cross. If you’re travelling in the area (including to the ferries and Westpac Stadium) please allow extra time and follow the detours. … View moreWe’re upgrading the busy northern Waterloo Quay level crossing to make it better able to withstand earthquakes and flooding, safer, and easier for vehicles to cross. If you’re travelling in the area (including to the ferries and Westpac Stadium) please allow extra time and follow the detours. If you live or work locally, we apologise for the inconvenience and will work as quietly as we can. Thanks for your patience while we carry out this essential work.
More information (including a map of lane/road closures) at the link on our website
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