Street Secrets
There are secret spots to be found in every city and Upper Hutt is no exception. Follow along as we introduce you to some of the best and newest gems to be found on the streets of Upper Hutt.
1. Rich and Hot!
Six and a half years ago Hutt Valley local Amanda was a stay at home mum attending many play dates and drinking a lot of hot chocolate. Not pleased with the drink, Amanda thought she could improve on the recipe and started her own business! Amanda uses cocoa nibs, her secret ingredients and an interesting machine called a Melanger to create both milk and dark hot chocolate with Hazelnut, Mint and Coffee variations. Get 10% off any order over $40 until the end of April with voucher code 10%APRIL (excluding shipping) Delivery may take 1-3 business days. www.kokochaud.com
2. Mother & Daughter Team
Meet Agnas on the right, and her daughter Madhuni. Agnas originally trained as an electrician and worked for the railways in Sri Lanka but a move to New Zealand and two daughters later Agnas has branched out and started her own business Kalu’s Sewing Studio. Kalu’s is far more than alterations as Agnas also offers a made to measure sewing service. They offer a selection of fabric, clothing and haberdashery for sale in store. 67 Main Street www.kalussewingstudio.co.nz
3. Building Blocks
This interactive installation, created by Auckland artist Sara Hughes is based on the idea of the building block: it’s an artwork you can build with. Especially popular with families, visitors can build their own cityscape using hundreds of wooden blocks. On from the 17th April up untilthe 27th June at Expressions Whirinaki Arts and Entertainment Centre. Whilst at Expressions, make sure to check out the delicious Dough Café, a modern take on a bakery serving ‘all things dough’. Expressions Whirinaki Arts & Entertainment Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive www.expressions.org.nz
4. Free Bath Bomb Anyone?
Nothing like a scented candle, a bath bomb and a soak in the tub. Rachel makes her own products right here in her beautiful shop on Main Street. With a focus on recyclable and minimal packaging for all their natural skin and bodycare products the bath bomb, which comes in a range of colours and scents. Would you like a free bath bomb? Mention “Neighbourly Bath Bomb” when making your purchase at Botanical Beauty’s shop and you willreceive one free bath bomb, limited to the first 20 customers, one per customer/visit. Candle from Humble & Grand Homestore. 124 Main Street www.botanicalbeautyco.com
5. Fashion Up to 70% Of
Excellent news, the Pop Up Clearance Store is now permanent! Stocking new women’s fashion, up to 70% off the original price, you will find R E V I S I T upstairs in The Mall, Upper Hutt. R E V I S I T has switched premises with Wild Rose so you can check out the new look Wild Rose store while you are there. The Mall, 181 Main Street www.facebook.com/REVISITUH
6. China City
Meet Alex. Alex is frequently asked how far he walks in a week, he’s not sure “it has been suggested that I get a pedometer” says Alex. But if you see him at work you really would think he has wheels as he efficiently glides around an Upper Hutt classic, China City. What you may not know is that China City have a $13, 4 course lunch deal. There is a good selection to choose from with lunch sizes portions so you won’t want to sleep all afternoon! Available Tuesday - Friday. China City, 11 Main Street.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
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91.5% Yes
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8.1% No
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Upper Hutt Rates Increases.
Please excuse if I am posting this where is shouldn't be. Admins, do remove this if its not appropriate.
I have not done anything like this before so please excuse if my wording isn't quite right.
As most of us are aware the Upper Hutt City Council have proposed to raise their Rates by near on 20% each year over the next 3 years.
If your UHCC Rates are around $2500 per year, after the 3 years of increases they will be approximately $4300 which equals an extra $35ish per week. This will not only hit homeowners, rentals, hirage of venues etc but will be impacting the community as the costs will be passed on with such large increases over a short period of time.
As I am outraged about this, I have created a petition on change.org to hopefully be able to show the council how many are not for these massive increases in a short period of time.
If you would like to support this petition please go to the link and add your voice.
www.change.org...
Thanks in advance.
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