Elderslea, Upper Hutt

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1363 days ago

Only one month to go until Neighbours Day Aotearoa 2021 kicks off!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to… View more
This year's event runs from March 20 - 30th with the theme being 'The Great Plant Swap' as an easy way for neighbourhoods to grow stronger together.

Here's some ideas for ways you could get involved:

• swap seeds with a neighbour
• gift a plant you've grown to a neighbour
• take some flowers to a neighbour
• organise a produce swap
• share garden tips or recipes for food in season
• create community gardens or berm pollinator pathways
• host an inclusive garden-themed working bee
• a friendly neighbourhood BBQ with homegrown ingredients

The options are endless! At the end of the day, our shared aim is to help bring people together by encouraging intentional connection with our neighbours. Whether that be organising a street party, sharing a cuppa, or simply saying ‘Kia Ora!” to those who live around you, every action helps to create a safer and more connected New Zealand.

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1363 days ago

Make a space themed headboard

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Make a boring old headboard an exciting glow in the dark feature for a space themed kid’s room with Resene FX Nightlight glow in the dark paint.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how you can create your own

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1363 days ago

Like a Hurricane. Super Rugby pre-season match a success

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

The council has declared the Super Rugby pre-season match a success.
"It was a fantastic day out, from the awesome Rams volunteers, to the ability to mix with the players, yummy food and beverages, and even the recycling set-up – we are super proud. The Hurricanes loved playing on our … View more
The council has declared the Super Rugby pre-season match a success.
"It was a fantastic day out, from the awesome Rams volunteers, to the ability to mix with the players, yummy food and beverages, and even the recycling set-up – we are super proud. The Hurricanes loved playing on our recently upgraded ‘sand carpet’ pitch too, with some saying it’s the best in the region."
The council is reminding people it is still working on design of a sports hub at Maidstone Park and will soon be sharing the design with locals.

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1364 days ago

For Sale - 2004 Volkswagen Golf Gt

Neill from Ebdentown

Private sale.

Well kept, presented and maintained Golf GT with low km's for age. Have loved this car over last few years and only selling as we have upgraded to a bigger family car. Very nippy with 2.0 L engine so drives well around town and on longer trips. Come with tow bar fitted for … View more
Private sale.

Well kept, presented and maintained Golf GT with low km's for age. Have loved this car over last few years and only selling as we have upgraded to a bigger family car. Very nippy with 2.0 L engine so drives well around town and on longer trips. Come with tow bar fitted for towing or using bike rack.

Features:
WOF until Jan 2022
Cambelt done at 100000 km
All 4 tyres near new, replaced last year.
Brand new battery - Dec 2020
Tow bar fitted

Bluetooth radio - only 3 year old


www.trademe.co.nz...

$5990 but open to offers. Feel free to get in touch to arrange a viewing or test drive.

Price: $5,990

1368 days ago

Auckland to move to Alert Level 2, rest of New Zealand to move to Alert Level 1

Neighbourly.co.nz

UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert … View more
UPDATE
17 February
4.53pm

The rest of New Zealand will return at Alert Level 1 at 11.59pm tonight. Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- New Zealand will return to Alert Level 1 with Auckland moving to Alert Level 2.
- These restrictions will be reviewed February 22.
- There has been an additional 1 case confirmed, with the positive case a member of the same household bubble.
- New locations of interest have been loaded on the Ministry of Health website.
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UPDATE
16 February
1.09pm

There are no new community cases Ashley Bloomfield confirmed in a 1pm update today. There are no new cases in MIQ facilities.
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UPDATE
15 February
4.20pm

Jacinda Ardern and Ashley Bloomfield are currently providing an update to media at a post-cabinet press conference.

Here's what you need to know:
- The Prime Minister says there's a variety of scenarios on how the virus got into the community. To date, health officials are still attempting to establish the source of the outbreak.
- 42 people have been identified as close contacts.
- The first batch of Pfizer vaccines - 60,000 doses - arrived this morning on a Singapore Airlines flight.
- Vaccines will be offered to border and MIQ workers from this Saturday.
- This will be the largest vaccine programme in New Zealand's history, Jacinda Ardern says.
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UPDATE
February 15
1.36pm

The Ministry of Health has confirmed five new cases of Covid-19 in managed isolation. There are no new community cases.
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UPDATE
February 15
8.18am

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that the first two February cases are the highly infectious UK strain. There is no link to any MIQ infections.
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All regions outside Auckland have moved to Alert Level 2.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern addressed the nation at 7.00pm Sunday, announcing all regions excluding Auckland, will move to Alert Level 2 from 11.59pm tonight.

Here's what you need to know:
- Gatherings of more than 100 people are prohibited.
- Mask use is encouraged when it is difficult to maintain physical distancing.
- From 11.59pm tonight, travel to Auckland will no longer be possible with the heightened alert level - unless you are returning home.
- The full list of rules under Alert Level 2 can be found here.
- Here's the full list of locations of interest where the cases visited.

Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.

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1365 days ago

Upper Hutt up with the play on brothel bylaws

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Brothels could soon start popping up across Upper Hutt, including in residential neighbourhoods and near schools and churches, after the council revoked a bylaw which effectively barred them from operating in the city.
Under the previous restrictions, which the New Zealand Prostitutes’ Collective… View more
Brothels could soon start popping up across Upper Hutt, including in residential neighbourhoods and near schools and churches, after the council revoked a bylaw which effectively barred them from operating in the city.
Under the previous restrictions, which the New Zealand Prostitutes’ Collective described as "draconian” and potentially illegal, brothels could not open in Upper Hutt’s central business district, residential areas or within 200 metres of “sensitive sites”, such as schools, kindergartens or places of worship.

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1365 days ago

Register for Open Day

Whitby Collegiate

Come along and see Whitby Collegiate at our next Open Day on Sunday 14 March from 11am to 1pm.

Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
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Come along and see Whitby Collegiate at our next Open Day on Sunday 14 March from 11am to 1pm.

Whitby Collegiate is the first progressive, independent, co-educational school in the Wellington region for Years 7 to 13. 

• Excellent teacher to student ratios.
• Strong academic results.
• A supportive learning environment.
• Buses running to and from the Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Johnsonville and the
Hutt Valley.

Register for the Sunday 14 March Open Day here.
Find out more

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1365 days ago

Free AgriSkills Training with UCOL @Taratahi

UCOL

UCOL at Taratahi have short residential courses starting now, providing candidates with a jump start to a career on the land.

These are fully-funded courses delivered in partnership with MPI and provide skills and training to meet needs across the primary industries.

Starting from March there… View more
UCOL at Taratahi have short residential courses starting now, providing candidates with a jump start to a career on the land.

These are fully-funded courses delivered in partnership with MPI and provide skills and training to meet needs across the primary industries.

Starting from March there are courses in Apiculture, Dairy, Shearing, Fencing, general Ag-contracting and specialist vehicle training.

All courses are residential at Taratahi, both the cost of board and training is covered*.

Following training at Taratahi, UCOL has fee-free agriculture certificates and diplomas or job opportunities that await.

Get in touch with UCOL today (0800 GO UCOL), secure your place and get the skills to start your career on the land.

*Candidates must be over 18 for residential stay, self-catering at weekends.
Find out more

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1367 days ago

Sprinkler ban for Wellington region

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Due to low water supply in Wellington region and not enough rain, there is now a BAN on residential sprinklers and irrigation systems in Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, and Wellington City council areas.

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1368 days ago

Keys found

Annette from Wallaceville - Whitemans Valley

A bunch of keys which looks like car and house keys were found at one of the reserves down by the Hutt river. Private message me if you think they are yours. Annette.

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1366 days ago

😸OUTPAWED CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT 😸

Frances from Silverstream

Good news even in COVID level 2 this Wednesday you can still have some fun.

Come and join a team of up to eight people. Spot prizes, raffles and bragging rights for life!

Wednesday, February 17 from 7 PM at The Tote, 74 Ararino Street, Trentham, Upper Hutt 5018

Tickets only … View more
Good news even in COVID level 2 this Wednesday you can still have some fun.

Come and join a team of up to eight people. Spot prizes, raffles and bragging rights for life!

Wednesday, February 17 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).

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1366 days ago

Pams bacon pieces recalled

Neighbourly.co.nz

It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no… View more
It has been revealed that aluminium pieces may be present in a Pams product.

In a statement, the Ministry for Primary Industries advised that a specific batch of "Pams Bacon Pieces" should not be consumed due to the possible presence of the foreign matter.

So far, there have been no reports of associated injuries but if consumers have any concerns about their health, they should contact health officials.

What you need to know:
- The product is sold in Pak'n Save, Four Square and New World stores throughout the country.
- The best before date is February 28 2021.
- The bacon pieces weigh 350g and are contained in a plastic wrapping.

Customers are asked to return the product to their retailer for a full refund. Further queries can be directed to Foodstuffs Own Brands Ltd on 0800 24 51 14

For further information on the recall please visit the New Zealand Food Safety Website.

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1369 days ago

Pet of the Day: Pip

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Remember if you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.
This week we feature Pip a ten month old border terrier, who belongs to Suzie Beverley from Hataitai.

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1367 days ago

Alert Level Two at PAK n SAVE Upper Hutt

PAK’nSAVE Upper Hutt

Good Morning Upper Hutt Community! 💛🖤

An update for Monday . . . .
🛒 Please enter the store from the Gibbons Street entrance and exit from the Royal Street side. We have coned this off as best as we can, and appreciate your co-operation.
🛒 Our Sani Station is positioned directly in … View more
Good Morning Upper Hutt Community! 💛🖤

An update for Monday . . . .
🛒 Please enter the store from the Gibbons Street entrance and exit from the Royal Street side. We have coned this off as best as we can, and appreciate your co-operation.
🛒 Our Sani Station is positioned directly in the middle of this area, please feel free to sanitise your hands upon entry. The Sani Station is an automatic dispenser and the foam will air dry on your hands.
🛒 If you wish to manually sign in, please register your details that is on the Packing Bench as you enter; otherwise please use one of the many QR Codes that are posted.
🛒 There is another Sani Station around by the Milk Fridge if you need.
🛒 We request that if you are selecting Live Mussels, Whole Fish or Bakery Self-Serve Goods, that you please sanitise your hands prior to using the tongs. There is sanitiser at each station for you.
🛒 Our wonderful Checkout team will be regularly wiping down the Eftpos Keypads and Checkout belts on a regular basis - please allow them to do this prior to putting your items down, be guided by our staff in this instance.
🛒 Please be mindful of your personal space when moving around the store - use your trolley as a guide!
🛒 We ask that you exit the store from the Royal Street side, and if possible, please pack your bags in the carpark. This will allow us to ensure we have the recommended number of customers, staff and merchandisers in store.
🛒 And lastly, please #shopnormal. There is no need to stockpile or panic buy!

Have a fab day, community! We got this! ✌💛🖤

1368 days ago

COVID-19 Update

Community Engagement Advisor from

Following today’s Government announcement, as of 11.59pm Sunday 14 February the Wellington region will move to Alert Level 2 until 12 midnight, Wednesday 17 February.

What does this mean for travelling with Metlink?

Face coverings are once again mandatory for travel on all Metlink bus, train … View more
Following today’s Government announcement, as of 11.59pm Sunday 14 February the Wellington region will move to Alert Level 2 until 12 midnight, Wednesday 17 February.

What does this mean for travelling with Metlink?

Face coverings are once again mandatory for travel on all Metlink bus, train and ferry services. We will be continuing to run our full timetable from midnight tonight (Sunday 14 February).

Passengers should continue to follow the Government’s level 2 advice which includes tracking their locations, practicing good personal hygiene by washing and sanitising their hands before and after travelling, sneezing and coughing into their elbows and avoiding public transport completely if they are sick.

Passengers can keep up to date with the Government’s latest alert level 2 measures on public transport through Metlink's social media, website and app. #Staysafe #BeKind #Metlink

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