Elderslea, Upper Hutt

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1233 days ago

disappointment with the UHCC 10 year plan decision to not introduce kerbside recycling

Geoff from Elderslea

Is there anyone else who is disappointed with the Upper Hutt City Council's decision to not introduce kerbside recycling despite nearly 1 in 2 submissions to the council in favour of that action. Yes, it will bring a small increase in our rates but it will make it possible for the vast … View moreIs there anyone else who is disappointed with the Upper Hutt City Council's decision to not introduce kerbside recycling despite nearly 1 in 2 submissions to the council in favour of that action. Yes, it will bring a small increase in our rates but it will make it possible for the vast majority of residents to take action & reduce the waste stream heading to landfill. The council has chosen to do an Admiral Nelson & turn their blind eye to the problem. We need to "Think global & act local". We are the only council in the region not doing kerbside recycling. Yes, the council has voted to increase some recycling by creating a second recycling station, similar to Park St. at the southern end of the city near to Silverstream, Heretaunga & Pinehaven but this only serves the wealthy who have the time & money to be able to drive & deposit their recycling.
Thoughts, people? Nga mihi mahana for your participation in citizen democracy.

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1222 days ago

😸 SUPER FUN CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT 😸

Frances from Silverstream

Do some quick study and then come and join the fun! With teams of up to eight people. Spot prizes, raffles and bragging rights for life!
Wednesday, July 21 from 7 PM at The Tote, 74 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt 5018
Tickets only $10.00. Available at the door (we also have EFTPOS).

All … View more
Do some quick study and then come and join the fun! With teams of up to eight people. Spot prizes, raffles and bragging rights for life!
Wednesday, July 21 from 7 PM at The Tote, 74 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt 5018
Tickets only $10.00. Available at the door (we also have EFTPOS).

All proceeds go to Outpawed Rescue Trust.

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1223 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.

"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted … View more
This weeks contribution is from Louise Thomas.

"When I was young I didn’t like the boatsheds. To my eye they looked derelict and unkempt – a hotchpotch of too bright clashing colours, and all of them peeling to reveal bleached wood underneath. They reminded me of my Nana’s crocheted rugs with frayed threads and darned patches. I liked things shining, new, and squared away. Anything else smacked of some sort of failure, either of duty or poverty.
Now that I’m older, and not untouched by time myself, I realise that decay is inevitable, and, more importantly, there is texture and beauty in it. The sea, like life, can be a rough place. The winds carry salt and sand, storm surges leave marks and baggage piled around the high tide mark, sometimes spilling over onto the little docks. But in this flotsam, rotting seaweed, silt, and tangled tree branches are a million little bugs, fish, and crabs – a roiling primordial soup seasoned with iodine and salt and feasted on by the birds. Nothing is lost - just transformed. Sacred kingfisher/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) catching the light at the Hutt Estuary boatsheds, Hikoikoi Reserve, Lower Hutt."

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1223 days ago

Paint a cute cane basket

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Bring some ordinary storage baskets to life using a few Resene testpots of Resene Nero, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene White and some leafy house plants!

Find out how to create your own.

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1224 days ago

Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031

Upper Hutt City Council

Thank you Upper Hutt!

We have formally adopted the Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031, following a community-wide consultation during March and April. We received close to 1,000 submissions—almost three times what we had for the previous LTP.

THANK YOU for sharing your thoughts and feedback on … View more
Thank you Upper Hutt!

We have formally adopted the Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031, following a community-wide consultation during March and April. We received close to 1,000 submissions—almost three times what we had for the previous LTP.

THANK YOU for sharing your thoughts and feedback on the plans for our city for the next 10 years! It helps us in our decision making when we know that we are hearing from a larger number of our residents.

The plan that’s been adopted focuses on meeting both the current and future needs of our city, in a financially prudent way. It’s available on our website and we encourage you to read through it to see what we will be working on and where we’ll be investing.

Highlights include:
>Significant investment in our core infrastructure.
>Upgrades to H2O Xtream and the Civic Centre.
>New sustainability grant and other sustainability initiatives.
>$20 M on walking and cycling infrastructure.
>Economic development of our city and enhancing the vibrancy of our city centre

To make sure we can deliver our plan, the average rates increase over 10 years is 4.8% per annum.

Go to upperhuttcity.com/ltp to find out more
Find out more

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1225 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

What is going on in this picture?

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1225 days ago

Crashed car Silverstream

Oliver from Pinehaven

Hi all, I had my car crashed into today in Silverstream Whitemans rd 50, sometime between 8.30 and 5pm. A note was left by a Molly Cameron however the ph nr left was a fake one. The note said the crash was caused by a trailer coming loose and totalled my car( blue Honda CRV). Anybody that has seen … View moreHi all, I had my car crashed into today in Silverstream Whitemans rd 50, sometime between 8.30 and 5pm. A note was left by a Molly Cameron however the ph nr left was a fake one. The note said the crash was caused by a trailer coming loose and totalled my car( blue Honda CRV). Anybody that has seen anything or knows that person please contact me.

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1226 days ago

LOST SATCHEL

Louise from Silverstream

Hi folks, my brother has just informed me that somebody drove off leaving their satchel full of handwritten music and a charger for a computer or mobile on top of their car. He said that he tried to catch up with the person to give back the satchel but they were going to fast. He lives in Otaihanga… View moreHi folks, my brother has just informed me that somebody drove off leaving their satchel full of handwritten music and a charger for a computer or mobile on top of their car. He said that he tried to catch up with the person to give back the satchel but they were going to fast. He lives in Otaihanga and I live out here in Upper Hutt. So if you are the person that lost the satchel or you know the person that lost it, please contact me on 0212128040 and I will pass on my brothers phone number so you can collect it.

1226 days ago

Help wanted for medical story

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Has your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior … View moreHas your baby been impacted by RSV? We want to hear from you. The Dominion Post is looking to hear from Wellington parents about their infant's experiences of RSV - a virus which causes infections in infant lungs and respiratory tracts. If you are keen to tell your story, please email senior reporter Katarina Williams at katarina.williams@stuff.co.nz with your name and contact details.

1226 days ago

Enrolments now open for 2022

Fergusson Intermeidate

At Fergusson Intermediate we "AMPLIFY THE AWESOME”

Nau mai, Haere Mai
We invite you to come and see for yourself just what makes our school so special.

Open Days - Monday 9th August and Tuesday 10th August
Whanau information Evening - Wednesday 11th August 7pm

We are incredibly … View more
At Fergusson Intermediate we "AMPLIFY THE AWESOME”

Nau mai, Haere Mai
We invite you to come and see for yourself just what makes our school so special.

Open Days - Monday 9th August and Tuesday 10th August
Whanau information Evening - Wednesday 11th August 7pm

We are incredibly proud of our stunning environment, age appropriate resources and engaging, holistic programmes, but what we are most proud of, is our people.

We encourage the heart, challenge the mind and celebrate diversity.

At FIS we believe in being the best version of yourself. We support our students as they navigate adolescence, explore their identity and grow academically, artistically, physically, and socially.

We provide a safe environment to explore, create, innovate and take risks In a community of learners who support and encourage each other to RISE to the Challenge! / Ara mai ki to wero!

ENROLMENTS NOW OPEN FOR 2022
www.fergusson.school.nz...
Please visit our website and check out
“Why an Intermediate?”
We truly believe that Intermediates offer the very best opportunities and experiences for the emerging adolescent.
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1229 days ago

Snail Mail

Michael from Trentham

Received an enveloped card today from friends in the USA correctly addressed etc.
Probably for a birthday in 3 weeks I thought.
No. Card for Christmas wishes 2020.
Trump deliberately degraded US Post in an attempt to steal an election but had he gone this far?

1227 days ago

Books

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

All books 1/2 price. 1/2 Manchester All week.

1227 days ago

General engineering apprenticeship available in Masterton.

Competenz

Are you wanting to kick start your career? Rufford Engineering are looking for someone with a passion for engineering to join their talented team. This is a great opportunity to get qualified and learn on the job.
Find out more now!

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1232 days ago

Massive villa relocation "absolute madness"

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

What a pleasure to meet Hayley Parsons of Clarks Beach, Auckland. She and husband Chris relocated this huge three-storey villa from Palmerston North to Auckland, and project managed the rebuild of Huntly House from London. Wonderful house, wonderful history.

1229 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Cleo

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Our Pet of the Day is Cleo who belongs to Elizabeth Innes from Berhampore. Cleo loves running around on Kāpiti Beach.
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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