Elderslea, Upper Hutt

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1191 days ago

Frontline heroes: Paramedics aren't standoffish, they're just distancing

Reporter Community News

Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room … View more
Now that we are in lockdown spare a thought for all the essential workers like Mark Shakespeare, from Wellington Free Ambulance.
He still has to go to work and face difficult situations helping the sick and the injured. At the same time, he has to keep himself safe.
“We’re giving more room between ourselves and patients. We’ll turn up with PPE such as masks and gloves.We’ll also ask several questions and depending on the answers, we’ll wear extra PPE to keep them and us safe.”
While the number of emergencies requiring attention remains about the same, the nature of the call-outs changes during lockdown, he said. Paramedics are responding to a lot more calls from people experiencing anxiety and mental distress.
Have you got anyone in your family who is an essential worker?

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1193 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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1196 days ago

Have you got your teddy out yet?

Reporter Community News

Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love … View more
Hi Neighbours, we are only in day two of lockdown and already the teddy bears are out. During the last lockdown Ted from Havelock North was a star and he is out and about again, making sure we all have something to smile about.
Have you put your teddy in the window yet? If you have, we would love to see a picture or hear your teddies story.

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1192 days ago

Are you using our 2021 Garden Diary?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most … View more
Dear neighbours,

We're all working from home during this lockdown, not just to bring you your favourite gardening mag, but also our Garden Diary 2022! This is where we need your help: Show us how you've been using your 2021 Diary -- take photos of the pages, tell us what was most useful, did you have enough space to write your notes, what have you scribbled on the pages? Did you clip your plant labels on them? Perhaps shoot a little video with your phone as you turn the pages. Your feedback will help us put together next year's diary.

Please email your comments and photos to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by this Friday, Aug 27. The five most helpful readers will each receive a free copy of the 2022 diary.

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1195 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs … View more
This week we again feature Louise Thomas. What do you think the secret is to taking to good bird pictures?

"I've been teaching myself bird photography for a couple of years now. I usually try to zoom right in on the subject and move around so that I can get rid of any distracting twigs or leaves that might cover the subject or create unwanted shadows. Lately I've been thinking sometimes it's good to put a bit of habitat in, especially when it has such beautiful colours as this winter tree just starting to bud up. Kererū/ wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae), rocking those golden browns and forest greens."

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1194 days ago

Pet of the Day; Meet Rango

Reporter Community News

Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Kathy Berg supplied this lovely picture of Rango. What do you think he is thinking?

"Rango lives in Wadestown and is between two and three years old. This is Rango looking at the painting of the two dogs on the wall."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1197 days ago

Pet of the Day. Meet Leela

Reporter Community News

Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on … View more
Here is a picture to cheer you up.

"Leela, our 4 month old deaf SPCA rescue kitty. Living in Hataitai with Jordan and Glenna Lee, Leela loves greeting visitors and watching everyone walk past her window."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1193 days ago

Dolls back in store

Raewyn Richardson from Lagans Pharmacy - Wellness Clinic - Mobility Hub

To all our Doll lovers - we are pleased to let you know that we have a new supply of dolls and doll clothing available.

1199 days ago

Grant's Park, To Be A Fun Wonderland

Michael from Trentham

Just learnt that Grant's Bush Reserve is to have a children's playground, picnic tables, seats, litter bins, dog litter bag dispenser and neat little signs all early in 2022.
Yay.

1195 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet (Benjamn Button) aka Peepo

Reporter Community News

Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A … View more
Now that we are in lockdown the SPCA is not rehousing cats and dogs.
Over the next few weeks we will run some stories on SPCA pets that have been rehomed. Our first pet is Peepo.
If you have a pet you would like to post on this page, pesase feel free to do so and include a picture.
Peepo - "A couple weeks ago we adopted Benjamin Button, now called Peepo. He has been a delight and a half, to say the least, and has grown so big in such a small amount of time! Slowly, he has adjusted to his new home and is now a superb older brother to his little sister, Namnam. The staff at the SPCA were super helpful throughout the entire adoption process, even giving us tips on how to introduce our new kittens. Suffice to say they are now best buddies."

1197 days ago

Shine a light on your favourite picture

Reporter Community News

Lock-down can be a little boring so to keep amused I am asking you to post an interesting or favourite picture.
Mine is the Baring Head lighthouse near Wellington.
It is a rugged and beautiful spot, and the light was just right for this picture.
Post a picture and tell us a little bit about it.

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1194 days ago

Missing your favourite local paper?

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

It’s not in your letterbox this week because of alert level 4 restrictions - but it’s still available online! You can read the latest issue of the Upper Hutt Leader right now. Want to catch your favourite columns, puzzles, community news and local views each week? Simply subscribe here. Read now

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1195 days ago

Wellington Free Ambulance needs your support

Reporter Community News

Covid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region… View moreCovid is a reminder of just how much we rely on health professionals. One of those health professionals is Wellington Free Ambulance. We are lucky to have a free ambulance service and over the next few weeks it is likely to be under more pressure than normal. There are 500,000 people in the region and if 85,.000 text ONESIE to 3181 to donate $3, that would be an incredible $255,000, the cost of a new ambulance. You can also donate online at onesieday.co.nz

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1195 days ago

Bin storage

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Form meets function in this stylish bin storage and planter combination painted in bold Resene hues. Find out how to create your own.

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1195 days ago

Do you have a great rocket recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for rocket recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before Aug 31, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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