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We’re working through a review of our District Plan and are proposing some big changes for residential and rural development. It’s called Plan Change 50. We’re seeking your feedback on our draft proposals now.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the things we’re looking to do:
· … View moreWe’re working through a review of our District Plan and are proposing some big changes for residential and rural development. It’s called Plan Change 50. We’re seeking your feedback on our draft proposals now.
Here’s a snapshot of some of the things we’re looking to do:
· Development of communal housing options, including Papakāinga.
· Prioritising outdoor living and open space within our urban areas.
We’re running public events at the Central Library, Silverstream School, Whirinaki Whare Taonga. Go to letskorero. upperhuttcity.com for dates and times.
To find out more, go to letskorero.upperhuttcity.com.
Feedback closes 30 August 2021.
UPDATE
August 18
1.16pm
The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.
Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- … View moreUPDATE
August 18
1.16pm
The Prime Minister and the Director-General of Health are currently giving an update to the nation at the Beehive.
Here's what you need to know:
- Genome sequencing was undertaken last night and it has been confirmed that this is linked to the NSW outbreak.
- There are no genomic matches to those cases at the border to this case.
- There are a further two cases to report in the community.
- From 11:59pm, it will be compulsory to wear masks when accessing essential services.
- From 8am tomorrow, the Covid-19 vaccination programme will resume.
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UPDATE
August 18
9.10am
- Four new cases have been identified, all genomically linked to the original case
- The original case has been confirmed as having the Delta variant
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New Zealand will move to a Level 4 lockdown after a community case was detected in Auckland.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was joined by Ashley Bloomfield at a press conference, where she confirmed that Auckland and Coromandel would move to Alert Level 4 from 11.59pm for seven days, while the rest of the country will be under Level 4 conditions for three days.
It is unknown whether this case is that of the Delta variant. Bloomfield stated that genome sequencing will be completed by tomorrow morning.
There is currently 23 locations of interest, 10 in Auckland and 13 in Coromandel. Current locations of interest can be found here.
The case has no links to the border and interviews are currently being undertaken with the case to find any possible locations of interest and how they came to be in contact with Covid-19.
Here's what you need to know:
- A refresh on Level restrictions and what it means for you.
- Here are the locations of interest.
- If you have any flu-like symptoms, call the NZ Covid-19 Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or ring your GP.
- Find your closest Covid-19 testing location on the Healthpoint website
- Essential services such as supermarkets and pharmacies will remain open.
For more information, visit covid19.govt.nz.
Upper Hutt residents are being challenged to get out theri blue sure shoes and enter Elvis Down Under.
For the past 15 years, Upper Hutt Elvis fan Cathy Finau has been organisng a show for Elvis impersonators but this year the show has been hit hard by Covid-19, with the best Aussie … View moreUpper Hutt residents are being challenged to get out theri blue sure shoes and enter Elvis Down Under.
For the past 15 years, Upper Hutt Elvis fan Cathy Finau has been organisng a show for Elvis impersonators but this year the show has been hit hard by Covid-19, with the best Aussie impersonators stuck on the other side of the ditch.
Upper Hutt mayor Wayne Guppy is calling on locals to step up and take on the challenge.
The BedsRus ‘More Slumber for your Lumbar’ sale is on now! Shop half price selected Sleepyhead Chiropractic beds, for a sleep that’s kind on your spine and your pocket.
Featuring the Chiropractic HDX, with the Torquezone HD spring system for ultimate back support and Kulkote temperature … View moreThe BedsRus ‘More Slumber for your Lumbar’ sale is on now! Shop half price selected Sleepyhead Chiropractic beds, for a sleep that’s kind on your spine and your pocket.
Featuring the Chiropractic HDX, with the Torquezone HD spring system for ultimate back support and Kulkote temperature regulating technology.
Online or in store at BedsRus Kapiti, Porirua or Lower Hutt and enjoy 24 months interest free for a limited time. Ts&Cs apply.
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Have you ever used the phrase “I must be getting old” to justify the fact that you feel stiff and slow, or that you “have a bad back”?
This is a phrase we hear often in practice, and is one that requires a little bit of exploration and explanation. In this blog series, we will cover the … View moreHave you ever used the phrase “I must be getting old” to justify the fact that you feel stiff and slow, or that you “have a bad back”?
This is a phrase we hear often in practice, and is one that requires a little bit of exploration and explanation. In this blog series, we will cover the processes of spinal aging, and what you can do to ensure your spinal health is as optimal as possible.
Click on the link below to learn more...
thechiro.co.nz...
As usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.
"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away … View moreAs usual some lovely words and photo by Louise Thomas.
"There have been some epic grey warbler/riroriro (Gerygone igata) battles in the back garden the past couple of weeks – well, as epic as it gets for something that weighs in at 6g. What I assume are three males have been wittering away and chasing each other around quite a small area when they disagree about who won the singing competition – little flashes of aerodynamic grey fluff battling for supremacy of the Acer palmatum conveniently sandwiched between a camellia, a kowhai, and a robust trellis covered in potato vine they seem to like climbing in. Having grey warblers in permanent residence here in Woburn, Lower Hutt is quite new (at least in my garden), with them only having turned up earlier this year. I hope they don’t exhaust themselves before they get to do any actual courting. This was taken last week, it is pouring with rain today so a temporary cease fire has been called. Fingers crossed they nest here."
Rebecca from Petone and Chewie.
"This is Chewie. She is shown here practising for her Catlympics debut.>
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
It is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say … View moreIt is normally one Pet of the Day a week but this picture of Samba is just so good it could not be left out. Samba belongs to Anne and Sean Mulcahy from Carterton.
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.
Bought a packet of Pascall Explorers ( billed as "the coolest lollies around" ) from the supermarket as part of a mixture for a lolly cake.
The packet says e150g which I take to mean estimate of 150 gram inside packet.
Well the packet weighed in at 114 gram.
Pretty poor, eh?
… View moreBought a packet of Pascall Explorers ( billed as "the coolest lollies around" ) from the supermarket as part of a mixture for a lolly cake.
The packet says e150g which I take to mean estimate of 150 gram inside packet.
Well the packet weighed in at 114 gram.
Pretty poor, eh?
Pascall's changed the name of the product from Eskimos to Explorers a short time ago.
Maybe I should email the company in Australia.
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All those eligible should be, must be vaccinated against Covid 19. It is the only way out of this mess.
Compulsory/mandatory vaccinations will come eventually I am sure at least in many occupations and industries.
A legitimate vaccination and covid tested passport will be issued eventually and … View moreAll those eligible should be, must be vaccinated against Covid 19. It is the only way out of this mess.
Compulsory/mandatory vaccinations will come eventually I am sure at least in many occupations and industries.
A legitimate vaccination and covid tested passport will be issued eventually and will need to be produced for entry to many places and transport.
The weight of believeable science and proof of success of covid vaccines are too great to deny any further.
Let's help each other (neighbourly) and ourselves by getting vaccinated. We have the best vaccine on the "market" and it's available free. It will combat to an effective degree all the known strains of the virus.
The Hutt Valley Horticultural Society and Wellington Bonsai Club are hosting a spring show at the Lower Hutt Event Centre, on the first weekend of September. It promises to be a great blast of spring colour, for those that love daffodils, camellias, bonsai and more.
Morena
Just a reminder, Citizens Advice Bureau Upper Hutt now open on Saturday mornings from 10-1230. A Justice of the Peace is on site today. Please phone 045289040 or visit us at 2 Sinclair St, opposite the Cossie Club in Upper Hutt. We are always happy to call people back to save charges on … View moreMorena
Just a reminder, Citizens Advice Bureau Upper Hutt now open on Saturday mornings from 10-1230. A Justice of the Peace is on site today. Please phone 045289040 or visit us at 2 Sinclair St, opposite the Cossie Club in Upper Hutt. We are always happy to call people back to save charges on their cellphones.
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