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What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.
A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) … View moreHi Wellington,
What do you think about your nurses rejecting the latest pay offer from District Health Boards? It's now been confirmed that 24 hours of strike action will begin at 7am Thursday.
A "majority" of the New Zealand Nurses' Organisation's (NZNO) more-than-30,000 members have chosen to take industrial action - a move described as "unprecedented".
What do you think about Thursday's strike? Were you surprised they rejected the last offer? Or do you think they deserve more? Let us know in the replies!
Hutt Valley parents are concerned about the doubling of school bus fees, but the new bus company r…
For the next 48 hours, due to wastewater overflows, we advise no recreational water activities such as Swimming, Kayaking or Canoeing in two locations along the Hutt River (south of Melling bridge and Silverstream).
On Thursday 5 July a small wastewater leak occurred near Melling Train Station, … View moreFor the next 48 hours, due to wastewater overflows, we advise no recreational water activities such as Swimming, Kayaking or Canoeing in two locations along the Hutt River (south of Melling bridge and Silverstream).
On Thursday 5 July a small wastewater leak occurred near Melling Train Station, which led to an overflow of wastewater into the stormwater network, resulting in wastewater entering into the Hutt River.
Because of heavy rain over the weekend we were unable to repair the leak immediately. In order to carry out the repair, the wastewater had to be diverted to the Silverstream wastewater storage tank.
This tank was already full due to the heavy rain over the weekend, resulting in wastewater overflowing from the storage tank for a short period of time this morning into the Hutt River at Silverstream.
Repairs have been carried out at Melling today, and there have been no further overflows into the Hutt River at this location. Wastewater is no longer being to diverted to Silverstream, and the wastewater overflow has stopped.
If you have been in contact with the Hutt River, at either location, during the time of the wastewater overflows, please contact your doctor or call Healthline on 0800 611 116 if you become unwell.
Operations are in full swing around Maymorn as the PF Olsen process trees into logs at the new skid site.
Please note that this part of the Forest will reopen on 14 July.
Do you have a cat carrier that you never use that is still in good working order?
If you do, we would put them to good use, as we do a lot of trips to the vets for our kittens and cats.
If you can donate a carrier the haven at 4 King Charles Drive, Kingsley Heights, Upper Hutt, we are open … View moreDo you have a cat carrier that you never use that is still in good working order?
If you do, we would put them to good use, as we do a lot of trips to the vets for our kittens and cats.
If you can donate a carrier the haven at 4 King Charles Drive, Kingsley Heights, Upper Hutt, we are open weekdays 10am to 2pm and weekends 10am to 3pm.
Thank you for your support is means a great deal to us.
Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!
These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can … View moreClean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!
These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can sign up free when you’re in store. Hurry offer ends 23 July 2018!
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*Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.
Our new Te Omanga Hospice Shop at 21 Queen Street, Upper Hutt, is now open! It has ample room to display the many treasures we gratefully receive from the community... and it's now easier to drop off your pre-loved furniture, homeware and clothing.
When you buy from or donate to our shop … View moreOur new Te Omanga Hospice Shop at 21 Queen Street, Upper Hutt, is now open! It has ample room to display the many treasures we gratefully receive from the community... and it's now easier to drop off your pre-loved furniture, homeware and clothing.
When you buy from or donate to our shop you are supporting people in our community living with a terminal or life limiting illness.
Thanks for your support and we look forward to welcoming you to our new shop soon.
Pam Wrigley
Retail Manager, Upper Hutt Hospice Shop
1. Get An Idea Of How Much Your Home Is Worth
Ask a real estate agent to assess your property and give you a rough estimate of its value. They’ll also tell you what other homes in the area are selling for. Ask the agent to give you an idea of how much the property would be worth if you spent a … View more1. Get An Idea Of How Much Your Home Is Worth
Ask a real estate agent to assess your property and give you a rough estimate of its value. They’ll also tell you what other homes in the area are selling for. Ask the agent to give you an idea of how much the property would be worth if you spent a certain amount on doing it up.
2. Kitchen Details
A new bench and new handles might be all your kitchen needs for an update – rather than replacing the whole kitchen.
3. Bathroom Fittings
Bathroom fittings can be expensive to replace, so focus on removing any signs of mould. Clean and paint any dirty areas.
4. Target Market
Have your target market in mind when you’re making your decorating decisions. A real estate agent will help you work out who this market is. Don’t make any decisions that you think your target market won’t like.
5. Remove Photos
Remove any photos, it’ll be hard for viewers to imagine living there when your momentos line the walls.
6. Dust
Clean and dust the skirting boards, the top of picture frames and clean the windows.
7. Rugs
Lay rugs where your carpet might be dirty or stained. If need be, get your carpets professionally cleaned.
8. Chipped Paint
Remove any signs of old, worn-out paint. Touch up any cracks or chips on your walls or skirting boards.
9. Foliage
Bring the outside in by filling the home with colourful flowers or lush green plants.
10. New Towels
Make a spa haven by replacing your old bath towels and mats with new ones that match.
11. Unusual Smells?
Are there any strange smells throughout the home? Ensure there isn’t at your open home by giving your home a deep clean. Wash cupboards, fridge and oven in the kitchen and pay particular attention to the bin area. Scrub the walls in the bathroom and use white vinegar to clean out the toilet tank. Open all windows and doors to air out the house and place aromatherapy diffusers and scented candles in problem areas.
12. Declutter!
Throw out anything that is lying around unwanted. You’ll need to be ready to show the home to people at any given moment, so it has to be constantly ready. You won’t have time to clean up at the last minute.
Remove any clutter that lines the top of cupboards or under beds. It’ll make your rooms appear more spacious. Enable the purpose of each room to be clear for the viewer. Avoid filling a room with junk and unused items that could otherwise appear useful as a beautiful bedroom.
13. Go Neutral
Ensure there are no dramatic decor elements that only a few people will like. Keep your décor simple.
14. Lighting
Make sure there is plenty of artificial lighting glowing nicely, especially if your home is on view during winter. There is nothing more gloomy than viewing a home that is dark and unwelcoming.
15. Street Appeal
Kerb appeal. Stand out on the road and look at the front of the house – how does it look? Is there anything that could deter viewers? One of the first impressions any visitor to the property will get is of the front fence, letterbox and garden.
Paint your fence if it is looking dated. Repaint your front door if it needs it. Use a colour that makes a statement but isn’t overwhelming. A new door mat and plant by the door will freshen up this space.
For more information go to www.pricemyhouseforfree.co.nz...
If your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything
Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been turning jungles into respectable gardens for 14 years. We are the local horticulture landscaping … View moreIf your garden can grow weeds, it can grow anything
Does your garden resemble the Amazon jungle? Are you looking to clear it out? Then you have come to the right place! Nature's Choice has been turning jungles into respectable gardens for 14 years. We are the local horticulture landscaping experts in the Wellington region. From one-off section clean ups to regular maintenance, we can do it all.
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We are thinking about an article on midwives and are hoping to hear how things have gone for Upper Hutt people.
Have you been helped by a midwife? What was your experience? Would you recommend them to others? Why?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
*oh and please don’t forget to put … View moreWe are thinking about an article on midwives and are hoping to hear how things have gone for Upper Hutt people.
Have you been helped by a midwife? What was your experience? Would you recommend them to others? Why?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
*oh and please don’t forget to put NFP with your comment if you’d rather not see it in a potential news article :)*
The second ambulance gifted to Wellington Free Ambulance (WFA) from the estate of Bevan "Spike" Jone…
“I like order. Like when there is an amount of numbers in order, like 25, 26, 27 or if it’s a prime number like 19, 23, 29, 31. It makes sense and it works. I like to say numbers to myself when I feel uncomfortable, like the pi equation or the different paint shades of the colour blue. Order … View more“I like order. Like when there is an amount of numbers in order, like 25, 26, 27 or if it’s a prime number like 19, 23, 29, 31. It makes sense and it works. I like to say numbers to myself when I feel uncomfortable, like the pi equation or the different paint shades of the colour blue. Order helps me recall the memories I’ve lost in my brain. But if I can’t remember most things, how am I supposed to be happy?”
With medication there will always be malfunctions. We are in the future where the world's technology has advanced enough for people to redesign their personalities. By taking the humanity enhancer called ‘The Normal’ the world is to be a perfect society. But what happens to those that aren't perfect? What happens to the people who don’t respond to the normal?
When pilot ‘Teddy’ crash lands and loses most of his memory in an unknown place, he must work out who he is and why he is there. Knot Theatre debuts Sacred Heart Colleges 2018 School production ‘Malfunctions of Being Human’ written by Georgia Kellett and Anna Secker. Will it be living among utter chaos that Teddy can find order? Directed by Anna Secker and Produced by Georgia Kellett, the production will be showcased on the 26th-28th of July at Sacred Hearts Performing Arts Center in Lower Hutt.
Tickets are $12 and can be purchased online at www.eventbrite.co.nz... and picked up at SHC school office or on the performance nights.
A cafe is opening in Lower Hutt with the aim to help former prisoners reintegrate back into society.…
Hi. Does anyone have a Brother (printer)HL 2140 disk driver that I could borrow. I need to re-install mine and have lost my disk. Thanks. Martin.
Almost 70 homes without power in the Akatarawa Valley face a long wait to have it restored, with slips cutting off access.
- Wellington Electricity is warning it could take up to 13 hours to restore power to the area in Upper Hutt, with slips blocking two access roads.
- Grays Rd in Plimmerton … View moreAlmost 70 homes without power in the Akatarawa Valley face a long wait to have it restored, with slips cutting off access.
- Wellington Electricity is warning it could take up to 13 hours to restore power to the area in Upper Hutt, with slips blocking two access roads.
- Grays Rd in Plimmerton is closed this morning. The Riverbank carpark was closed but has since reopened.
- Block Rd was previously closed due to rising Hutt River levels, but has been reopened.
FORECAST: Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times. Winds should ease from the south this afternoon and evening.
Wind gusts of this strength can cause some structural damage, including trees and powerlines, and may make driving hazardous. If any tornadoes do occur, they will only affect very localised areas.
- People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings here.
- Follow Stuff for more updates.
- If you are without power, please keep an eye on your elderly neighbours and post to Neighbourly if you can lend a hand.
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