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Are you a mother planning to return to work this year or ready for a new challenge in 2018? Perhaps you’ve been overseas and looking for work now you’re back home.
Whether you are looking to return to similar work you were doing before taking a career break or have other transferable skills… View moreAre you a mother planning to return to work this year or ready for a new challenge in 2018? Perhaps you’ve been overseas and looking for work now you’re back home.
Whether you are looking to return to similar work you were doing before taking a career break or have other transferable skills and experience, we want more women to be a part of New Zealand’s digital future. Return to IT is looking to employ women to work in a variety of available technology or technology-related roles within some of NZ's top employers.
There are lots of awesome events happening in neighbourhoods around Aotearoa for Children’s Day, Sunday 4 March. Check out what’s on near you. If you don’t head along to an event, remember the most important thing you can give tamariki is your time and aroha!
More Kiwis are cutting back on meat; more farmers are noticing the downturn. So what part does meat play in your diet?
The Upper Hutt Central Library has been closed immediately after it was found to be earthquake-prone.
Options for a temporary library site would not be discussed until the extent of the repair work was determined but could include storing books in a shipping container. Where do you think the … View moreThe Upper Hutt Central Library has been closed immediately after it was found to be earthquake-prone.
Options for a temporary library site would not be discussed until the extent of the repair work was determined but could include storing books in a shipping container. Where do you think the books should go? And what do you think of the library temporarily closing? Favourite books or reading corners you'll miss? Comments may be used in print unless specified otherwise if NFP
Gardening expert and author Lynda Hallinan joined us us live on Homed on Valentine's Day to share her love of gardening and answer your plant-based dilemmas.
If you missed it, you can see what Lynda had to say and maybe get some new ideas to try in your own garden, by clicking here.
We’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk … View moreWe’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk past don’t forget to purchase a sausage sizzle as all funds go back to your local community.
Join our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience … View moreJoin our graphic artists Sarah Maxey and Benjamin James on a journey into the world of linocut. Learn about the history and different processes of printmaking and then venture into a workshop to cut and print your own linocut print. Proudly supported by Vincents Art Workshop. No experience necessary.
When: Sunday 25th February, 10am
Where: Nairn Street Cottage
Costs $20 - bookings essential.
After a wet weekend, there's nothing better than getting back outside to enjoy the sunshine.
Especially since we've hidden some #loveeverydrop rocks in Upper Hutt.
We've hidden five rocks in Upper Hutt, and there are prizes up for grabs for those who find them and bring them in… View moreAfter a wet weekend, there's nothing better than getting back outside to enjoy the sunshine.
Especially since we've hidden some #loveeverydrop rocks in Upper Hutt.
We've hidden five rocks in Upper Hutt, and there are prizes up for grabs for those who find them and bring them in to Wellington Water's office.
There's still a lot of summer left to enjoy, so head outdoors with the family and search high and low, as they are scattered around.
Got a great product or service? A decent sales track record? And a satisfied base of happy customers? Then it's time to turn your small business into a big one. Check out our six simple and insightful tips on how to do just that - and increase your revenue without overstretching your assets.
Thought I would share this discovery. The blackbirds are leaving my fruit alone so we are enjoying what is left.
polynet.co.nz...
(see attached) At $2 each (3 to a pack) it was worth it.
Seems our UH Library has been deemed a structural earthquake risk and has been closed until further notice.
Information is on the Library website.
Are you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of … View moreAre you looking for a fun and affordable event for the whole family? Take part in Cigna Round the Bays, it’s perfect for all ages and abilities!
The new Active Families category allows children under 12 to ride a push scooter on course! There’ll be entertainment, food and $30,000 worth of spot prizes on the day, along with FREE transport to and from the event.
Registrations close at midnight on Thursday 15 February – enter online today!
We're exploring the rental market in New Zealand and would love to hear
about what you've encountered and what issues you'd like us to explore in Upper Hutt. Please note that images and comments may be used as part of a news story unless specified with NFP.
One of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not… View moreOne of New Zealand’s greatest musical assets, Paul Ubana Jones has graced the stage with music legends such as Taj Mahal, Keb Mo, Norah Jones, Bob Dylan, Crowded House and many others. Influenced by blues, rock, folk and jazz and forging his own contemporary style, this is a music experience not to be missed.
When: Thursday 15th February, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm)
Where: Wellington Museum
Entry by Koha - Cash bar available - ID Required
From Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
… View moreFrom Friday 9 February, the ban on using garden sprinklers in Wellington, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Porirua will be lifted. Garden watering restrictions will still be in effect.
The four cities have been under a sprinkler ban that was introduced at the end of a particularly dry November.
Thanks to the response from the community, and in spite of a record hot January, the region’s storage lakes are now in good shape to last for the remainder of summer.
This means restrictions can now be eased to allow for the limited use of garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.
This is a good position to be in, but it’s important that people keep being responsible with water usage.
Sprinklers are actually a relatively wasteful way to water plants, and their use is limited by the garden watering restrictions still in place.
These allow the use of a single sprinkler or irrigation system, between the hours of 6-8 am and 7-9pm only on alternate days according to your house number.
Sprinkler use permitted at:
- odd-numbered houses on odd dates (1st, 3rd, 15th etc)
- even-numbered houses on even dates (2nd, 4th, 18th etc)
only between the hours of 6-8am and 7-9pm.
This restriction level will remain in place until further notice, or the end of Daylight Savings (1 April 2018) – except in Upper Hutt, where this restriction remains in place all year round.
We’d also like to remind people that the easing of restrictions is a good time to check and refill any emergency water storage containers, or to install an emergency tank if you don’t have one yet.
Tips for good watering practice:
- Use a trigger or wand to ensure water goes only where it’s needed
- Concentrate watering on the roots of plants not the leaves
- Use mulch to keep moisture in and weeds out
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