Akatarawa, Upper Hutt

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1920 days ago

Have you nominated yet?!?!?!

Women of Influence

Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real … View more
Nominations are closing soon for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Nominate the local hero or thought-leader in your community for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards. Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Head to www.womenofinfluence.co.nz... for more information.

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1921 days ago

Te Kaitiaki Wai - Winter 2019

The Team from Wellington Water

The Winter edition of Te Kaitiaki Wai, Wellington Water's official magazine, is now available!

In this edition we’ve focused on the impact people’s choices can make on the health of our urban waterways.

Where possible we’ve linked stories to the goals we’ve set ourselves in our … View more
The Winter edition of Te Kaitiaki Wai, Wellington Water's official magazine, is now available!

In this edition we’ve focused on the impact people’s choices can make on the health of our urban waterways.

Where possible we’ve linked stories to the goals we’ve set ourselves in our 2018-21 Statement of Intent. This helps to demonstrate how we are delivering on our promises to our customers.

Happy reading!

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1921 days ago

Unwanted junk mail

David from Silverstream

Although I have a clear sign on my mailbox stating I do not want to receive junk mail, I keep getting circulars put in my mailbox. Does anyone know who distributes the circulars in Trentham so I can contact them?

1921 days ago

Poll: Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say… View more
Climate change is the most critical issue of the moment, and has been described by our prime minister as her generation's "nuclear-free moment". Its impacts, regardless of your views on it, are only going to get greater.

Yet it is not part of our school curriculum.

Some experts say that has to change. It is such an existential threat that not to make it a requirement to teach children about climate change is doing them a great disservice, they say.

To read more, click here

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Should learning about climate change be part of the school curriculum?
  • 70.4% Yes, of course it should!
    70.4% Complete
  • 15.6% No, absolutely not.
    15.6% Complete
  • 14% I'm not bothered either way.
    14% Complete
1515 votes
1921 days ago

Your enrolment update pack is coming

Electoral Commission

Keep an eye on your letterbox for an enrolment update pack. Check it to make sure your details are correct, and then you know you’re ready to vote in the local elections.

Want to know more? Visit vote.nz or call us on 0800 36 76 56.
Find out more

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1921 days ago

When she rises, we all rise

The Team from Women of Influence

Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!

Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.

Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
Find out more

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1922 days ago

Launching Heather Newell's campaign for Upper Hutt City Council

Heather from Totara Park

After a few terms away from local body politics, I have new enthusiasm and concern for our local community of Upper Hutt. I feel as if we are at the crossroads - the left hand turn is for stagnation, the right hand turn takes us on a wide and safe road leading to a beautiful look-out where we see … View moreAfter a few terms away from local body politics, I have new enthusiasm and concern for our local community of Upper Hutt. I feel as if we are at the crossroads - the left hand turn is for stagnation, the right hand turn takes us on a wide and safe road leading to a beautiful look-out where we see the valley, the hills, lakes, river and lots of satisfied people. I want to be on that road! I have served Upper Hutt previously as a local body councillor and now I want to be back there, working on your behalf. When the time comes, please vote for Heather Newell.

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1921 days ago

Thieves in Aniseed Vista

Nicola from Timberlea

Hello everyone.
Houses in Aniseed and Vista Groves were broken into last night and whoever broke into my house left these shoes behind does anyone recognize them?

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1921 days ago

Even a little can help a lot!

Frances from Silverstream

Every year we expect our workload to ease up in winter, but it never does. This year seems busier than ever. We have quite a number of high needs cats and kittens in care at the moment and also have a number of colonies on our radar that desperately need TNR. The problem is we just don't have … View moreEvery year we expect our workload to ease up in winter, but it never does. This year seems busier than ever. We have quite a number of high needs cats and kittens in care at the moment and also have a number of colonies on our radar that desperately need TNR. The problem is we just don't have the funds to push on.
We have reached the end of June and are facing nearly $4000 in food, vet and operating costs that need to be paid over the next three weeks. Our fundraising team is working overtime to help pull us through, but we desperately need a helping hand.
We really need assistance in the way of financial support, but would also appreciate any help with supplies such as cat food and litter. Please let us know if you would be interested in sponsoring a spey or a neuter for a colony cat or if you think there's anything else you might like to help with.
Donations can be made to:
The Outpawed Rescue Trust
06-0284-0635488-00

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1923 days ago

Great reliable car

Gurjit from Ebdentown

Hello friends, this trusted workhorse is looking for a new caretaker. New wheels, brake shoes, timely service, WOF, and REGO. Much loved but we have upgraded. An ideal pick for anyone on a budget looking for a reliable motor car.

Price: $1,500

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