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2028 days ago
2028 days ago

MEDIA RELEASE

The Team from Wellington Water

South Wairarapa District Council yesterday voted to join Wellington Water as a shareholder and become a client of its three waters management services.

Mayor Viv Napier said Council’s decision was a positive step for the community.

"Wellington Water is a large, specialist provider focused … View more
South Wairarapa District Council yesterday voted to join Wellington Water as a shareholder and become a client of its three waters management services.

Mayor Viv Napier said Council’s decision was a positive step for the community.

"Wellington Water is a large, specialist provider focused on delivering excellence in three waters services. It has demonstrated its commitment working with each of its councils to understand their priorities and deliver on their long term plans.

"South Wairarapa has its own distinct needs for water services, and I’m confident Wellington Water will take a customer-first approach in working with council and residents to understand and meet the needs of our customers."

2028 days ago

Easter Boat Safety

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

If you're planning to enjoy the long weekend with some recreational boating, we've got some top tips!

As we’re going into colder weather it becomes more important to keep safety a top priority. Did you know that in water, the body loses heat 20 to 30 times faster than it does in air! … View more
If you're planning to enjoy the long weekend with some recreational boating, we've got some top tips!

As we’re going into colder weather it becomes more important to keep safety a top priority. Did you know that in water, the body loses heat 20 to 30 times faster than it does in air! 😲 We encourage boaties to remember these five simple precautions:

• Wear your lifejacket
• Take two waterproof ways to call for help
• Check the marine weather forecast
• Avoid alcohol
• Be a responsible skipper

And remember, if in doubt, don’t go out 🐟

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2028 days ago

Bright Biking

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

3,800 people biked to work in February for the Aotearoa Bike Challenge! We’re seeing more people embracing the active lifestyle, but winter is coming and we need to bike bright in the night🌛 Greater Wellington has some colourful giveaways to help you stay visible on your bike 🚴‍♀️

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3,800 people biked to work in February for the Aotearoa Bike Challenge! We’re seeing more people embracing the active lifestyle, but winter is coming and we need to bike bright in the night🌛 Greater Wellington has some colourful giveaways to help you stay visible on your bike 🚴‍♀️

Giveaways:
Help yourself to retro-reflective tape, back pack covers and slap bands from:
Level 2, 15 Walter Street, Te Aro
Residents in Porirua, Kapiti or Wairarapa, contact your local council road safety and sustainable transport team.
Lower Hutt residents can contact roadsafety@huttcity.govt.nz
Wellington City residents can email cycling@wcc.govt.nz

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2028 days ago

'Kiss The Sky' in Wellington

The New Zealand Dance Company

The New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) is excited to present its stellar 2019 ‘Kiss The Sky’ programme in Wellington on Wednesday, 1st May at The Opera House. Featuring Wellington local choreographer and NZ School of Dance tutor, Victoria Colombus’ new work ‘The Fibonnaci’, … View moreThe New Zealand Dance Company (NZDC) is excited to present its stellar 2019 ‘Kiss The Sky’ programme in Wellington on Wednesday, 1st May at The Opera House. Featuring Wellington local choreographer and NZ School of Dance tutor, Victoria Colombus’ new work ‘The Fibonnaci’, ‘Kiss The Sky’ is “…exciting, exhausting, exhilarating – and world class” (Otago Daily Times).

Book your tickets now, and join us at an Asian-Pacific constellation of original dance, music and design.
Find out more

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2028 days ago

Changes coming - Upgraded station Plastics types 1 & 2 only

The team from Upper Hutt City Council

The next phase of our Park Street Recycling Station opens tomorrow.
- 24/7 access
- Improved disability access
- New layout
- Glass bins still in carpark

Only plastics numbered 1 and 2 will be accepted.

Plastics numbered 3 – 7 will not be accepted at the upgraded recycling station as … View more
The next phase of our Park Street Recycling Station opens tomorrow.
- 24/7 access
- Improved disability access
- New layout
- Glass bins still in carpark

Only plastics numbered 1 and 2 will be accepted.

Plastics numbered 3 – 7 will not be accepted at the upgraded recycling station as there are currently no domestic nor international markets for them. Plastics numbered 1 (such as soft drink bottles) can be recycled by Lower Hutt’s Flight Plastics. Plastics numbered 2 (such as milk bottles) are recycled by Budget Plastics in Palmerston North.

Always check for the number on a plastic container to determine if it can be recycled ( 1 or 2 only).

If you have any questions?
Contact Council’s Waste Minimisation Officer,
Millie Portermillie.porter@uhcc.govt.nz
Find out more

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2029 days ago
2029 days ago

Thank you to everyone who entered our 2019 Neighbours Day Aotearoa Photo Contest! 📸💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, … View more
We loved seeing your snaps and reading about your awesome community events across the country bringing neighbours together over games, food, music, dance, and even art.

Congratulations to Masterton Neighbourhood Support, Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust, Neighbourhood Support Wanganui, Napier Neighbourhood Support, Neighbourhood Support Papakura District and our other winners who are being sent home with a $100 Prezzy card courtesy of our friends at Neighbourly.

Until next year...

#NDA2019

2029 days ago

How about getting creative this Easter?

Resene

Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old … View more
Whether you're a dab hand at DIY or a recycling rookie, why not make good use of the Easter break and show your neighbours your upcycling talents in the 2019 Resene Upcycling Awards!

Upcycling is all about taking a preloved item and transforming it - whether it's turning old skateboards into a coffee table, pallets into a home entertainment unit or repurposing an old baby cot into a desk for your little learners.

Unleash your creativity on your neighbourhood by sharing your creation in this year's Resene Upcycling Awards. Make sure you tell us about any Resene paints, colours and stains you've used - and don't forget your before and after photos. You could win one of four prizes worth $500!

Entries close Sunday 5 May.
Enter now

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