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You might have seen earthworks at the riverbed of Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River, and wondered what’s going on.
From strengthening banks to rebuilding rock structures, the work we are doing improves flood resilience.
By improving our defence against a flooding event, we protect our people … View moreYou might have seen earthworks at the riverbed of Te Awa Kairangi / Hutt River, and wondered what’s going on.
From strengthening banks to rebuilding rock structures, the work we are doing improves flood resilience.
By improving our defence against a flooding event, we protect our people and homes and keep business running as usual.
To find out more, visit gw.govt.nz/floodprotection
Winter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in… View moreWinter isn’t usually associated with pottering about in the garden. However, it’s possible to grow, harvest, and share a bustling winter crop.
As we have celebrated Matariki and the beginning of the Māori New Year, for winter gardeners it’s the right time to cultivate crops that thrive in cooler temperatures and to prepare the soil for future planting.
Click read more for the full story.
Police investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.
Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.
… View morePolice investigating a fatal hit-and-run on Ghuznee Street in Wellington on Monday 17 June have identified a white Toyota Aqua whose driver may have information that could assist the investigation.
Initial enquiries indicate the driver may not have been aware they had collided with a person.
If you are the owner of this vehicle, please contact us.
We would also like to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or who saw a similar make and model car around Ghuznee Street, or heading north towards the Hutt Valley, about 10:50pm on the night of the incident.
A number of people have come forward with information and spoken to Police since this tragic incident, and we ask anyone who has not yet spoken to us to get in touch, especially if you have video of the incident.
Information can be provided to Police by calling 105 or making an online report at 105.police.govt.nz using “Update Report”. Please reference the file number 240617/0598
Tai Chi for strength, balance, mindfulness and well being
We are returning for another school term to Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub, 11 Railway Avenue Upper Hutt
Wednesday 24th July, 7pm - 8pm for 10 weeks
$10 per class or prepay $90 for entire term
Thursday 25th July, 10am… View moreTai Chi for strength, balance, mindfulness and well being
We are returning for another school term to Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub, 11 Railway Avenue Upper Hutt
Wednesday 24th July, 7pm - 8pm for 10 weeks
$10 per class or prepay $90 for entire term
Thursday 25th July, 10am - 11am for 10 weeks
$10 per class or prepay $90 for entire term
Newcomers, experienced and in-between all welcome
Contact Tai Chi Coach Andrew Hardwick on 0211532508 for details
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience … View more91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
What old products do you miss? Some products do become part of your life, whether it's just a treat you have at the cinema or your favourite breakfast spread.
Do you have a childhood memory to share? Let us know below what products you still think of fondly!
Don’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.
The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find … View moreDon’t miss your chance to WIN 1 of 50 supermarket gift cards worth $100 each!
Simply grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper, solve the puzzle, find the prize word, and enter it online.
The more puzzles you complete the higher your chance to WIN! The competition ends on 28 July. To find out more about participating newspapers, click here.
The Team at Stuff and Sunday Star-Times
This July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.
With a subscription … View moreThis July, NZ Gardener has teamed up with NZ Bulbs to offer you a FREE pack of mixed oriental lily bulbs when you purchase a 1 or 2-year magazine subscription*. Your bulbs will be sent out in late August, the perfect time to plant in time to have fragrant Christmas flowers.
With a subscription to NZ Gardener, you’ll enjoy professional and inspirational garden advice, convenient monthly delivery to your home, exclusive subscriber-only discounts, big savings off the retail price, PLUS subscribe before 28 July to enjoy free lily bulbs! *T&Cs apply.
If you seem to be having trouble with your drinking, or if your drinking has reached the point where it worries you a bit, you may be interested in knowing something about Alcoholics Anonymous and the AA programme of recovery from alcoholism.
AA New Zealand hosts in excess of 500 meeting groups … View moreIf you seem to be having trouble with your drinking, or if your drinking has reached the point where it worries you a bit, you may be interested in knowing something about Alcoholics Anonymous and the AA programme of recovery from alcoholism.
AA New Zealand hosts in excess of 500 meeting groups 7 days a week, 365 days of the year across the country. Visit aa.org.nz or phone 0800 229 6757
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home located in gorgeous Mangawhai, worth almost $1.4 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting to be loved by its new owner.
Make this coastal property your permanent residence, a holiday home, a rental, or you can simply sell it!
Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
The Heretaunga College Board invites applications from parents who wish to enrol their child at Heretaunga College for 2025. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or on the school website.
To request an Enrolment Pack, … View moreThe Heretaunga College Board invites applications from parents who wish to enrol their child at Heretaunga College for 2025. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or on the school website.
To request an Enrolment Pack, email: info@heretaunga.school.nz.
Applications can be made by completing an Online Enrolment Application via the school website
The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places are:
Monday 29th July 2024, 4pm Year 9 out-of-zone applications
Monday 21st October 2024, 4pm Year 10 and Year 12 out-of-zone applications
There are no out-of-zone places for Year 11 and Year 13 in 2025. Parents of students who live within the home zone, should also apply by this date to assist the school to plan appropriately for 2025.
If a ballot is required, it will be held off-site on:
Monday 5th August 2024 Year 9 out-of-zone applications
Friday 25th October 2024 Year 10 and Year 12 out-of-zone applications
Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.
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No, we haven't lost the plot! July 1st is International Joke Day and because laughter is good for your body, we want to get involved.
So, go on, jokers! Share your best joke below...
EFT Tapping & Tai Chi together? - What a great idea!
EFT (a.k.a. Tapping) has been on the world stage for years, and is great for stress and anxiety reduction, pain relief and emotional wellbeing
Tai Chi has been around for decades, and it too is of great benefit for stress relief and … View moreEFT Tapping & Tai Chi together? - What a great idea!
EFT (a.k.a. Tapping) has been on the world stage for years, and is great for stress and anxiety reduction, pain relief and emotional wellbeing
Tai Chi has been around for decades, and it too is of great benefit for stress relief and emotional wellbeing, as well as strength and balance, breathing, posture, coordination and so much more
I'm putting them together in classes which will be done sitting down!
If you know anyone who is interested in Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and Tai Chi, or who is wheelchair-bound, or maybe cannot stand for any length of time, then this may be of interest to you
I am looking to add 45 minutes - 60 minutes sessions combining Emotional Freedom Techniques (a.k.a. Tapping) with Tai Chi classes to my offerings at Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub
If interested please contact me on here or via 0211532508
Andrew Hardwick, EFT Practitioner & Tai Chi Coach
Tai Chi at Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub
11 Railway Avenue, Upper Hutt
NOT Strictly Tai Chi classes for this school term finished today, and what a successful first term it was at this fabulous new sports venue!
(We're in the hall between Judo and Boxing)
The venue has … View moreTai Chi at Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub
11 Railway Avenue, Upper Hutt
NOT Strictly Tai Chi classes for this school term finished today, and what a successful first term it was at this fabulous new sports venue!
(We're in the hall between Judo and Boxing)
The venue has wheelchair access and free parking
THE GREAT NEWS IS WE WILL BE RETURNING AFTER THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS FOR THE NEXT SCHOOL TERM
Wednesday 7pm - 8pm class resumes 24th July, for 10 weeks
Thursday 10am - 11am class resumes 25th July, for 10 weeks
No experience necessary
Newcomers welcome
Focus on breath control, balance, movement, mindset and more
For more details PM or contact me on 0211532508
Andrew Hardwick Tai Chi Coach at NOT Strictly Tai Chi
www.tekupengaorongomai.org.nz...
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