Akatarawa, Upper Hutt

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

2220 days ago

Wellington Water Suburb of the Week - Karori

The Team from Wellington Water

A big shout out to Karori, who managed to secure the suburb of the week title. Awesome work Karorians!

A relatively wet week last week meant that overall people around the region have been keeping demand below the 160 million litre per day (MLD) target which is awesome to see.

All this rain has … View more
A big shout out to Karori, who managed to secure the suburb of the week title. Awesome work Karorians!

A relatively wet week last week meant that overall people around the region have been keeping demand below the 160 million litre per day (MLD) target which is awesome to see.

All this rain has been good for your gardens and our catchments, however just because it's raining doesn't mean we should stop conserving water.

Drinking water is a precious resource, so make sure you're not wasting it. If you're worried about your gardens and lawn not having enough water when the weather heats up, start collecting rain water now! Rain water is a great option to give your garden some extra love as we look to enter the warmer months.

Our top #waterlovers tip this week is turn the tap off when brushing your teeth! Don't let litres of our precious drinking resource pour straight down the drain.

#ourwaterourfuture

2220 days ago

Complete clearance across all tracks following this morning's suspection

Community Engagement Advisor from

FINAL UPDATE 12:40PM: We now have clearance on the Kāpiti line.

- The first northbound service will depart Wellington at 12:53pm
- The first southbound service will depart Waikanae at 1:00pm

Crews have assessed the potential damage and we now have clearance to run trains between Wellington and … View more
FINAL UPDATE 12:40PM: We now have clearance on the Kāpiti line.

- The first northbound service will depart Wellington at 12:53pm
- The first southbound service will depart Waikanae at 1:00pm

Crews have assessed the potential damage and we now have clearance to run trains between Wellington and Porirua, a further investigation will need to take place to determine the cause of the issue.

Please expect some delays as we return to timetable.
There should be no impact to services for this afternoon's peak.

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2220 days ago

Suspended train services at Wellington station this morning are resuming with significant delays

Community Engagement Advisor from

UPDATE 10:35AM: KPL services are still bus replaced between WELL & PORI and a train is shuttling between PORI & WAIK, expect delays. There are significant delays across all other lines.
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Services are suspended due to an earlier service power outage at Wellington station. … View more
UPDATE 10:35AM: KPL services are still bus replaced between WELL & PORI and a train is shuttling between PORI & WAIK, expect delays. There are significant delays across all other lines.
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Services are suspended due to an earlier service power outage at Wellington station. Maintenance crews are working to bring this service back into Wellington, to do this they have had to turn off power outside of Wellington Station.

Please plan before you travel, we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this has caused this morning.

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2220 days ago

Share your festive fail moments with us

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.

But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on… View more
Hi neighbours,

Christmas is supposed to be the jolliest time of year - full of whimsical family reunions, selfless gift-giving and Masterchef-worthy feasts.

But sometimes this just isn't captured on camera. We're after those amazingly awkward Christmas moments that have been captured on film.

Maybe it was the time you went to visit Santa and your little one didn't want a bar of it. Maybe it was a self-timed family shot that went horribly awry. Or a Christmas meal that was more a festive fail.

Whatever the not-so-merry moment, we want to see it! Share your pictures and a little bit about them with us in Stuff Nation. We look forward to seeing them! Here's the link to contribute.

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2221 days ago

University study–one course at a time

Victoria University of Wellington

Enrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while exploring your areas of interest.

“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education … View more
Enrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington offers you the opportunity to take advantage of our world-class teaching and cutting-edge research while exploring your areas of interest.

“I needed to earn a better wage and, after raising my children, I looked at education that would fit with my previous fine arts qualification. “At first, I wasn’t sure university education would be suited to me, but it was and now I’m pursuing a Bachelor of Science."—Lisa Martin, Student, Psychology and Information Systems

Select courses from any of our faculties and accrue points that can be counted towards a degree at a later date.
Learn more

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2221 days ago

Christmas in Bethlehem

The Team from Petone Baptist Church

Come and enjoy our little village of Bethlehem, right here in Petone – a Christmas tradition for many in our community.

Your children will love to pat and ride our animals, toast marshmallows around the shepherds’ campfire and make a Christmas craft. Enjoy fresh bread from our village … View more
Come and enjoy our little village of Bethlehem, right here in Petone – a Christmas tradition for many in our community.

Your children will love to pat and ride our animals, toast marshmallows around the shepherds’ campfire and make a Christmas craft. Enjoy fresh bread from our village bakery, have your photo taken in the stable with Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus and get into the spirit of Christmas as our angel choir sings Christmas carols.
Find out more!

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2221 days ago

What's your house worth?

Garry Tranter from Price My House for Free Limited

Hi Neighbours

We use local area experts to estimate what your property is worth without the inconvenience of having an agent visit you.

This is a free, no obligation service from local Licensed Agents (REAA 2008).

Find out more at www.pricemyhouseforfree.co.nz...

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2221 days ago

Bird breeding season means it's also trapping pests season!

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Right now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the … View moreRight now it’s bird breeding season, which means extra vigilance when trapping! The number of rats, stoats, and other bird predators you’re trapping may well go down as there are plenty of baby birds for them to dine out on instead of trap bait ☹️ So it’s really important to increase the effectiveness of these traps by clearing them much more often! This is the best thing you can do for the birds in your area between October and December.

Learn more about trapping at www.gw.govt.nz...

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2226 days ago

Is this the best way to spend a birthday?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had… View more
Hi neighbours,

How sweet is Joan Hodgins? The Kāpiti woman recently celebrated her 90th birthday by treating 34 children to a day of adventure - which included Scenic flights, a trip to Wellington Zoo and a ride on a double-decker "party bus". It was a day that rewarded children who had overcome tough times, Hodgins said.

"I thought that instead of having a lavish birthday party I could do something for children with difficulties. After all, if you're fortunate, isn't it nice to give to someone else?" To read more about Joan's story, click here.

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2222 days ago

25 years Caring for your Hearing

Karen from Courtenay Hearing Centre

TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?

The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.

We have clinics in … View more
TV too loud for the family? Can’t follow conversation when socialising? Tinnitus driving you mad?

The staff at Courtenay Hearing Centre are proud of the difference they have made to the lives of their clients, and their client’s families, over the last 25 years.

We have clinics in Courtenay Place, Paraparaumu, Waikanae and Levin. Visit our website www.courtenayhearing.co.nz for more information or contact us now on (04) 385 9144 or 000 432 766 to book a hearing assessment

Mention this ad for a $20 discount on a full diagnostic hearing assessment booked before Christmas 2018.
Find out more!

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2222 days ago

When poppies get the blues

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We love poppies, and this Tibetan blue (Meconopsis betonicifolia) is especially eye-catching. They are available from a number of nurseries, including Blue Mountain in Tapanui.

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2222 days ago

Win flights to Fiji!

Sport Wellington

Registrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!

Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.

Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s … View more
Registrations are open for Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays 2019!

Join over 14,000 participants in Wellington’s largest fun run and walk on Sunday 17 February 2019.

Choose from one of the family-friendly 6.5km options, Bluebridge 10km or take on the Half Marathon – there’s something for everyone!

Don’t miss out on the very special Earlybird offer, register before midnight 30 November and go in the draw to win 2x return flights to Fiji with Fiji Airways!*

Enter online today at www.brendanfootsupersiteroundthebays.co.nz

*Terms and conditions apply, see website for details.
Find out more!

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