Kaitoke, Upper Hutt

Battle of the generations in Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt mayoral races

Matthew Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

So far the contests for the Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt mayoralties each feature a long-time incumbent…

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⚠PLANNED WATER OUTAGE⚠

The Team from Wellington Water

The project team renewing the wastewater pipe in Gibbons Street need to move a water pipe within the intersection of McParland Street and Gibbons Street. This means that water supply will be interrupted to homes and businesses for a short time.

Affected areas include Gibbons St, Victoria St, … View moreThe project team renewing the wastewater pipe in Gibbons Street need to move a water pipe within the intersection of McParland Street and Gibbons Street. This means that water supply will be interrupted to homes and businesses for a short time.

Affected areas include Gibbons St, Victoria St, McParland St. Bonnie-Glen Cres and Flora McCurdy walk may also experience issues with their water supply, however the water outage is not planned to affect these areas. This is scheduled to take place from 9.00am to 1.00pm, Friday 26 July 2019.

The water will be back on as soon as possible, but we recommend you fill up some containers with water before the time above and avoid running your dishwasher, washing machine or any appliances that use water. It is best not to use water from your hot water cylinder wither as the cylinder may get damaged if the water level gets too low.

When the water supply is turned back on, it’s a good idea to open a cold tap slowly and let it run for a minute or so to clear any air bubbles that may have entered the system. Air can cause the water to turn a milky colour, but this won’t affect the taste and should clear quickly.

Poll: Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

It's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the … View moreIt's true that you agreed to a legally binding contract as soon as you drove into the parking lot. Thankfully, New Zealand law protects consumers from the exploitative clauses that corporates love to slip in the fine print.

Under contract law, parking companies can only claim for "the actual and reasonable costs they incurred". Charging $65 for a short overstay in an empty carpark is as far from reasonable as you can get.

To find out what to do in this situation, click here

Have you ever challenged a parking ticket?

• Yes, and I won!
• Nah, I jut pay it
• Yes, but I still had to pay

Vote View Results

• 46.8% Yes, and I won!
  46.8% Complete
• 32.4% Nah, I jut pay it
  32.4% Complete
• 20.8% Yes, but I still had to pay
  20.8% Complete

1168 votes

Stay on your feet with our Steady As You Go falls prevention classes

Did you know falls are the most common cause of injury for older people, with a third of people over 65 falling each year? Falls are preventable with exercise! We have a new exercise class starting this week at The Cossie Club. Our SAY Go classes improve:
• balance and leg strength
• … View moreDid you know falls are the most common cause of injury for older people, with a third of people over 65 falling each year? Falls are preventable with exercise! We have a new exercise class starting this week at The Cossie Club. Our SAY Go classes improve:
• balance and leg strength
• flexibility
• general fitness and wellbeing
• and are a great way to meet new people.
Contact Ann Dalziel on 04 499 6646 or email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz to find out more.