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1419 days ago

Another reminder about toxic algae and dogs

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Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at… View more
Swimmers and dog owners are being warned to keep clear of the water at some Wellington region rivers following the detection of toxic algal blooms.
Blooms have been found in the Waipoua River in Wairarapa, and Te Awa Kairangi Hutt River between Birchville and Manor Park, and the Pakuratahi River at Kaitoke campground, both in the Hutt Valley.

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1421 days ago

Porirua Merch

Claire from Missfits

Looking for some Porirua related ideas to put on t-shirts.
Funny/Rude/Cool anything goes.
If we run with your suggestion, we will hook you up with some free merch.
Heres a couple we came up with (without permission from The Shack!)

1420 days ago

More safety improvements planned for SH 58

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Regular users of SH 58 between Hutt Valley and Porirua can expect to see some major changes over the next three months.
From Sunday January 10, the current safety improvement work site will be extended. The site is being extended to Judgeford and will include the closure of the eastbound passing … View more
Regular users of SH 58 between Hutt Valley and Porirua can expect to see some major changes over the next three months.
From Sunday January 10, the current safety improvement work site will be extended. The site is being extended to Judgeford and will include the closure of the eastbound passing lane near the Moonshine Road intersection.
At times overnight there may be two separate STOP/GO sites within the worksite on Sunday. During these periods, there may be delays of up to 10 minutes. The new set up is expected to be in place for three months.

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1420 days ago

Commuters cram into Wellington Railway Station

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Have you been commuting into Wellington?
On Wednesday there was again long queues as hundreds of capital commuters crammed into Wellington Railway Station as they waited for buses replacing the trains.

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1423 days ago

stump removal

David from Tawa

Can anyone recommend someone who does stump removal and also what the charge is for it

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1421 days ago

Tawa College Preseason Football

Shelley from Tawa

TAWA COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Senior boys preseason football training begins Sunday 17th January 5-6:30 pm (top field) and will be every Sunday thereafter. Pre-season is for all senior players wanting to play for 1st or 2nd XI.

You will need your drink bottle, sunscreen, shin pads, boots, and sports … View more
TAWA COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Senior boys preseason football training begins Sunday 17th January 5-6:30 pm (top field) and will be every Sunday thereafter. Pre-season is for all senior players wanting to play for 1st or 2nd XI.

You will need your drink bottle, sunscreen, shin pads, boots, and sports shoes.

Any queries please contact tawacollegefootball@gmail.com

Preseason dates for all junior players and those not waiting to play in the 1st and 2nd team will be announced shortly.

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1422 days ago

Is Whittaker's your dream job?

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It’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
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It’s every kid’s dream to work at a chocolate factory. Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
Megan Sinclair, the new product development manager at Whittaker’s in Wellington, is living that dream – albeit without the chocolate rivers – designing flavours and roasting batches of beans in her little lab on the factory floor.
It’s called the micro-lab, and within its walls there are cupboards of flavours and scents, everything from cake batter to beetroot, a mini bean roaster, and a mixing machine called a melange.
In this, she can make 12 kilogram batches to test flavours, or 45kg batches in the one in the room next door; small quantities compared to the tonnes pumped out by the main factory on a daily basis.

1421 days ago

Wellington has the fastest growing property values in NZ

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Wellington’s property values recorded the fastest growth out of the main centres in 2020, with prices rising as the capital’s housing stock plumbs the lowest level in decades.
Over the coming year, the average property price for Wellington would cross the $1 million mark, said Nicki … View more
Wellington’s property values recorded the fastest growth out of the main centres in 2020, with prices rising as the capital’s housing stock plumbs the lowest level in decades.
Over the coming year, the average property price for Wellington would cross the $1 million mark, said Nicki Cruickshank, a real estate agent with Tommy’s Wellington. “You can't really get a three-bedroom house in Wellington under $1m now, anyway.”
Porirua City experienced a 20.8 per cent annual growth in residential property values, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt cities both experienced 17.2 per cent growth, and Kāpiti Coast 18.3 per cent.

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1424 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Smokey

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Smokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly … View more
Smokey is a rehomed cat who is loving his new life with his happy new owner.
“He is really relaxed now, loves purring and is extremely happy, although is still on guard with unfamiliar noises. Smokey started off being quite afraid of most things, but now is a well-behaved cat who is newly learning to use his scratching post, rather than a carpet! Smokey loves routine and "helps" people by sitting in their laps when they are trying to work or type. He has become an integral part of a piano teaching studio and loves both music and all the students.”

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1422 days ago

Happy New Year from Kareen & Trudy at SoulyNZ!!

Trudy from SoulyNZ

Happy New Year everyone! We hope you are having a lovely break or are gently getting back into work.

We can't thank you enough for the support we had from our community leading up to Christmas, it was fantastic! We were definitely ready for the holidays after a busy first four months and … View more
Happy New Year everyone! We hope you are having a lovely break or are gently getting back into work.

We can't thank you enough for the support we had from our community leading up to Christmas, it was fantastic! We were definitely ready for the holidays after a busy first four months and have enjoyed our few days off. We're open again from today and excited about a new year ahead of us.

Come and see us for those birthday and special gifts or for that something for yourself, we're happy to help for any occasion.

Have a great year and we hope to see you soon!

www.soulynz.co.nz...

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1422 days ago

Eat Drink and Be Crafty Fair

John from Aotea

This popular annual event is being held again on Saturday 23 January 2021, from 10am to 4pm and run by Mana Lions.
Enjoy the very best of locally-made crafts, artisan food, and refreshments in a lovely rural setting at the Eat Drink and Be Crafty Fair. There will also be a live band and plenty of … View more
This popular annual event is being held again on Saturday 23 January 2021, from 10am to 4pm and run by Mana Lions.
Enjoy the very best of locally-made crafts, artisan food, and refreshments in a lovely rural setting at the Eat Drink and Be Crafty Fair. There will also be a live band and plenty of entertainment for all ages – it’s sure to be a great family day out for everyone.
Cell phone coverage in the area of Battle Hill is patchy which in turn means coverage for Eftpos machines can be a problem. In the past, cash has proved to be the most reliable means for transactions. There will be a limited Eftpos facility on the day supplying cash.

The proceeds from the day will support Wellington Free Ambulance and local Porirua Community Charities.

Where: Greater Wellington’s Battle Hill Farm Forest Park, 608 Paekakariki Hill Road, Porirua, Wellington

Admission: Gold coin donation

1422 days ago

Is it safe to swim?

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Summer is a great time to enjoy our coast and waterways, but it pays to check first to see if the water is safe to swim in.

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1422 days ago

No end in sight for Titahi Bay sewage pipe saga

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Titahi Bay residents are bracing for another summer of polluted water that keeps them out of the surf, expecting more sewage overflows as the Porirua area’s infrastructure struggles to cope with the increasingly frequent heavy rains.
After a deluge, a slick of brown sludge – or worse – often … View more
Titahi Bay residents are bracing for another summer of polluted water that keeps them out of the surf, expecting more sewage overflows as the Porirua area’s infrastructure struggles to cope with the increasingly frequent heavy rains.
After a deluge, a slick of brown sludge – or worse – often appears on top of the water at Titahi Bay, the Wellington region’s most popular surf break.
Mayor Anita Baker said she was just as annoyed as residents about the problem. Baker, who has been mayor since 2019 and a city councillor since 2010, said Porirua’s infrastructure had suffered from under-investment for at least a decade.
“I’m totally committed to getting things fixed in the community, but it just comes down to how fast we can do it and how much money we have to spend,” she said.

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1422 days ago

The rare but impressive yellow pōhutukawa

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Thank-you to everybody who came forward with tips on yellow pōhutukawa. There are certainly more in the region than many people realise.

1423 days ago

Pick up from Lower Hutt - fridge , side table (small)and rug . Everything is in good condition

Ram from Whitby

Our friends are moving out and selling the attached items. Let us know if you are interested.
Fridge : bought 4 years ago and in a great condition. No issues at all .Company Mitsubishi electric (fridge)
Price : 200$
Rug : pet free and bought a year ago and looks new .
Price : 80$
Side table:… View more
Our friends are moving out and selling the attached items. Let us know if you are interested.
Fridge : bought 4 years ago and in a great condition. No issues at all .Company Mitsubishi electric (fridge)
Price : 200$
Rug : pet free and bought a year ago and looks new .
Price : 80$
Side table: bought from Harvey Norman two years ago.
Price : 110$

Price: $80

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