Posts by Hutt City Libraries
1647 days ago

Uncover more about your family history this August!

Kylie from Hutt City Libraries

Join us for workshops and talks on the resources available to access free through Hutt City Libraries including FindMyPast, Ancestry.com, British Newspaper Archive, and My Heritage.

See all our events at library.huttcity.govt.nz...

* Intro to MyHeritage and Help Session *
Wainuiomata Library, Tuesday 10 August, 2pm-3:30pm
Learn about this new database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia, followed by a hands-on help session.

* Workshop: FindMyPast *
Petone Library, Thursday 12 August, 11am-1pm
Learn how to navigate this popular database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia. Bookings required.

* Workshop: British Newspaper Archive *
War Memorial Library, Tuesday 17 August, 1:30pm-3pm
Eastbourne Library, Thursday 19 August, 1pm-3pm
Learn how to navigate this popular database with our Family History Specialist, Tricia. Bookings required - email LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz or talk to library staff.

Photo: A group of men and women on an outing, possibly at a picnic, c1900s. Hewson Collection, Hutt City Libraries.

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More messages from your neighbours
2 hours ago

Ready to make the most of retirement?

Bob Scott Retirement Village

From hobbies to adventures, there’s so much to enjoy!
- Explore new hobbies like gardening or painting
- Stay active with walking groups or cycling trails
- Learn something new with online courses or local classes
- Give back through volunteering or mentoring

Read the full article and take our fun quiz to find out which activities suit your personality best below!

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23 days ago

Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.

Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.

We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?

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As a customer, what do you think about automation?
  • 9.6% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
    9.6% Complete
  • 43.6% I want to be able to choose.
    43.6% Complete
  • 46.9% Against. I want to deal with people.
    46.9% Complete
2553 votes
22 days ago

Donations

Jane from Naenae

Hi Neighbours,If your having a spring clean,i would be more than happy to take your stuff to pass on.I am also looking for clean jars if any one has any please.Not taking any Clothing till closer to opening.Thanku