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Power has been restored to the region, and the majority of the pumping stations and all treatment plants are back online. We are investigating the wider network to ensure everything is operating as normal.
We continue to ask the wider Wellington region to be mindful of their water consumption, and… View morePower has been restored to the region, and the majority of the pumping stations and all treatment plants are back online. We are investigating the wider network to ensure everything is operating as normal.
We continue to ask the wider Wellington region to be mindful of their water consumption, and ask South Wairarapa residents to continue to reduce their water consumption and avoid flushing their toilets. Reducing demand allows the assets to operate without added pressure when they come back online.
All of the critical assets including pumping stations and treatment plants have generators in operation as part of our resilience plan. We also have mobile generators available for other pumping stations.
Would your daughter enjoy being at a school where sustainability, school spirit, and sisterhood thrive?
Do you want to give your daughter every chance of reaching her potential, and taking her place in the world?
We offer an environment that encourages initiative, grows confidence and … View moreWould your daughter enjoy being at a school where sustainability, school spirit, and sisterhood thrive?
Do you want to give your daughter every chance of reaching her potential, and taking her place in the world?
We offer an environment that encourages initiative, grows confidence and nurtures passions for learning.
Girls. Year 1-13. Boarding options available. Co-ed pre-school.
CBD location. Close to public transport.
Friday 20 March
School in Action
9am to 12.30pm
You and your daughter can walk through our classrooms and be part of different activities.
Sunday 22 March
Open Day
10am to 1pm
Perfect for the whole family.
We invite you to visit our school.
53 Hobson Street, Thorndon
Go to our website to register your interest.
Calling all dog owners and dog lovers! Come and support this wonderful community event to celebrate the opening of the new dog park at Plimmerton Domain and to raise funds for Animal Evac (www.animalevac.nz). Market stalls, music, competitions, caricaturist, face-painting, sausage sizzle (meat and … View moreCalling all dog owners and dog lovers! Come and support this wonderful community event to celebrate the opening of the new dog park at Plimmerton Domain and to raise funds for Animal Evac (www.animalevac.nz). Market stalls, music, competitions, caricaturist, face-painting, sausage sizzle (meat and plant-based), dog demonstrations, doggy cuddles at the Love Shack and more! Hope we see you there!
Follow the latest news on our event page on Facebook: www.bit.ly...
We would love you to spread the word about our event!
The first stage of the work to connect a new wastewater pipe in Willis Street, replacing the temporary overland pipe installed after the original tunnel collapse in December, is expected to be complete by the end of March.
Wellington Water Group Manager Tonia Haskell says the final stage of pipe … View moreThe first stage of the work to connect a new wastewater pipe in Willis Street, replacing the temporary overland pipe installed after the original tunnel collapse in December, is expected to be complete by the end of March.
Wellington Water Group Manager Tonia Haskell says the final stage of pipe laying along Willis Street is being completed using trenchless methods to lay the pipe underground and below existing services at the Ghuznee Street end.
“This means we’re now approaching one of the last and most complex parts of the job, to connect the new permanent underground pipe to the network and decommission the overland pipe along Willis Street.
“To achieve this we will need to shut down the wastewater pumping stations close to the harbour that send flows up to and along the overland pipe. We’ve been doing a lot of planning for this as it is risky and at all costs, we want to avoid spilling any wastewater into the harbour.
“We need low tide, dry weather, low wastewater flows and ensuring that all existing city wastewater storage is empty so it can take the flow. We also have contingency planning in place including sucker trucks, and ensuring the old interceptor is clear to support management of the wastewater flows.”
Ms Haskell says all this is expected to take place in the week of 23 March pending having optimal conditions.
“If we get heavy rain for example, we wouldn’t be able to turn off the pump stations to disconnect the overland pipe due to the risk of overflowing in the harbour. So in that instance the work would be delayed.”
This phase of the work is expected to take between 6-8 hours, however, it will require Dixon Street between Willis and Victoria Street to be closed to through traffic for up to three days. This is to allow the underground pipe to be exposed, the connection to be made, and then the road to be reinstated. One lane of Willis Street will be opened for for local traffic, travelling one-way from Ghuznee Street entrance.
The pipe ramp will still be in place so the road cannot be used as a main thoroughfare and there will still be no parking along the section of Willis Street between Ghuznee and Dixon streets. Traffic controllers will be onsite to assist throughout.
“Once the permanent pipe is connected, we can remove the overland pipe and bring in contractors to reseal the road. We are talking with Wellington City Council now about reinstatement of the road, which we’d expect to take one to two days. The focus will then shift from Willis Street to laying new pipe in the adjoining slipway down the motorway. This is expected to be complete mid-year but will have minimal traffic impacts.”
Meanwhile, investigative drilling work is being done to determine the best approach to sealing the tunnel at the separate Dixon Street site.
“Work to drill the final boreholes will continue this week and once that is completed, we’ll be able to do a thorough geotechnical assessment of the ground conditions to allow us to complete design work.”
Hi Wellington. We’re excited to launch the Old Wellington Neighbourly Group. Join your neighbours to explore Wellington of the yesteryear and share photos and memories of how Wellington used to be. Tell us what you know about this event and you could win a $50® Prezzy card.
There was a 90-day notice, endless house viewings and countless rejections before Heather was homele…
Offering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.
“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just… View moreOffering a peek behind the curtain, Ryman have released behind the scenes footage from their recent film. Showcasing their passion for life, Ryman residents from New Zealand and Australia feature in the film. Let’s meet the stars.
“If I hear music, I just want to dance – body seems to just move!” says dancer Audrey, 84. Poet Brian, 86, says “Poetry helps me to question and understand the meaning of life”, followed by a witty “– haven’t worked out what it means yet”.
As their residents blaze their own trails, Ryman matches that pioneering spirit. “Ryman villages offer living choices to suit everyone so that you can live the way you want.”
MUSIC & THEATRE Charlotte Kerrigan Album Release Show: Bluesy folk soul sing-songwriter Charlotte K…
Gone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder.
We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications… View moreGone are the days of getting one qualification out of school to see you through your working life. Now, upskilling, online courses and on-the-job training are all part of making your way up the career ladder.
We want to talk to people who have completed micro-credentials, bitesize qualifications for specific skills.
Perhaps you've pieced together a full qualification by doing online courses, or maybe you've taken a workshop rather than investing in a six-month course. We'd love to hear from you - email josephine.franks@stuff.co.nz
Karen is at the Tawa Community Centre today from 9.30am-12noon to assist with any JP related inquiries. Please spread the word. Every Tuesday in March.
In a first for Wellington, travellers and tourists will make way for people in need as Kāinga Ora…
We had our ute and trailer stolen again this morning. I was hoping that the thieves would abandon it in Lombard Street in Newlands like they did last time, but no such luck. Don't you hate it when criminals can't even be consistent, where's their professional pride? Anyway putting … View moreWe had our ute and trailer stolen again this morning. I was hoping that the thieves would abandon it in Lombard Street in Newlands like they did last time, but no such luck. Don't you hate it when criminals can't even be consistent, where's their professional pride? Anyway putting the character of some thieves to one side, and believe me I could have a lot to say about these low life's picking on a small business twice in 12 months, who are still trying to recover from the first time they stole from us, as they were so kind in not doing any damage to the vehicle that we couldn't prove that it had been stolen so that our insurance claim was declined. Gee thanks guys!!
Anyway I am asking the rest of you out there that if you see our ute and trailer , ute CCZ737 and trailer Y390M , please let us know so we can get back to work.
Thanks to all of the Neighbourly community out there.
Wow, March already and we’re heading into the final month of Summer festivities. So, take some time out of your busy schedule to enjoy the second of the Rotary Martinborough Fairs for 2020 starting on Saturday, 7th March from 8am to 4:00pm. Stalls and activities for this event will take place in … View moreWow, March already and we’re heading into the final month of Summer festivities. So, take some time out of your busy schedule to enjoy the second of the Rotary Martinborough Fairs for 2020 starting on Saturday, 7th March from 8am to 4:00pm. Stalls and activities for this event will take place in and around Martinborough Square. 😀
What does that mean for you?
Your Route 200 to Masterton will be diverted away from the area during the hours of 4am to 6:30pm so that you can enjoy the festivities as the square will be closed to traffic. Your journey to Masterton will now start from Stop #1800 Martinborough - Kitchener Street (near 11) instead of your usual Stop #1779 located at Martinborough Town Hall. Stop #8991 Jellicoe Street at Naples Street will also be closed.
For more information and to view the diversion map, visit the link below. Know before you go by subscribing to MyMetlink, downloading the Metlink Commuter App or calling 0800 801 700. #Knowbeforeyougo #Metlinkbuses
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