Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt

Tap Fusion opens Wellington Fringe Festival

Tap Fusion opens Wellington Fringe Festival

The show is a collaboration of New Zealand’s top Tap dancers performing alongside artists of Street Dance, Swing Dance and live musicians.  Buy your tickets here

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1312 days ago

REMINDER - THE WAIKANAE BEACH MARKET IS ON THIS SUNDAY

Gary from Waikanae

WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22a Rauparaha St, Waikanae

WHEN:- Sunday 10 July 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm

Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:

- Award-winning Olive Oil
- Local Waikanae Honey
- Yummy Bakery … View more
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22a Rauparaha St, Waikanae

WHEN:- Sunday 10 July 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm

Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:

- Award-winning Olive Oil
- Local Waikanae Honey
- Yummy Bakery Biscuits and Loaves, including Keto and Gluten-Free options
- Meet the local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure books
- Designer Ladies Clothing
- Funky Soxs
- This Little Kiwi - Kiwi made sauces, dressings and more.
- Jewellery
- Scented Candles and Natural Skincare
- A wide variety of Homewares including Handmade Duvet Covers, Quilts and Cushions
- Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags and face masks
- Junk For Joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and handmade items including furniture

- Much much more.

Escape the house, pick up a bargain or a gift and why not invite a friend or 2 and enjoy an outing at this great community event. Support local!

Please don't forget your mask unless you have an exemption.

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1312 days ago

New Trust to govern the Maidstone Park Community Sports Hub

Upper Hutt City Council

We’re setting up a new Trust to govern the Maidstone Park Community Sports Hub, which includes the shared clubrooms and indoor training facility (currently under construction) and some other associated park functions.

It’s called the Maidstone Park Trust and we’re ready to appoint up to … View more
We’re setting up a new Trust to govern the Maidstone Park Community Sports Hub, which includes the shared clubrooms and indoor training facility (currently under construction) and some other associated park functions.

It’s called the Maidstone Park Trust and we’re ready to appoint up to seven Trustees.

· Maybe you have proven governance or commercial experience.
· Or perhaps you’re keen to contribute to the sport, recreation, leisure, play scene in Upper Hutt.

The Trust requires a mix of skills from Trustees.

If you are a committed, highly skilled person with a background in one or more of the following - finance, marketing and communications, sponsorship, health and safety, human resource, or legal we’d love to hear from you.
Find out more

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1312 days ago

Food Recall: Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups Ice Cream

James from Waikanae

General Mills New Zealand Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups Ice Cream due to low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination. Affected product should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have … View moreGeneral Mills New Zealand Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Häagen-Dazs brand Classic Collection Mini Cups Ice Cream due to low level chemical (ethylene oxide) contamination. Affected product should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

1313 days ago

Terracotta planter

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

It’s easy to create this simple planter using a couple of terracotta pots and some Resene testpots.

Find out how to create your own.

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1322 days ago

A SMIDGEN OF RACECOURSE PROHIBITIVE

Michael from Trentham

Got a good idea. Why not transfer the annual Black Hawk Corgi Races organised by the Wellington Welsh Corgi Club based in Upper Hutt, to a real racetrack.

So contacted Wellington Racecourse regarding their Trentham Racecourse and told them about the fun annual Corgi races which has a free entry… View more
Got a good idea. Why not transfer the annual Black Hawk Corgi Races organised by the Wellington Welsh Corgi Club based in Upper Hutt, to a real racetrack.

So contacted Wellington Racecourse regarding their Trentham Racecourse and told them about the fun annual Corgi races which has a free entry and has its dog food and treats prizes sponsored by MasterPet and gets hundreds of spectators come and watch such a fun and cute event and attracts media attention.

Well, Wellington Racecourse must be very hard up because they wanted $1150.00 for 50 metres of their racecourse for a couple of hours all up on the only weekend day they had available in November. And we are a not-for-profit organisation.

Disappointed. I am sure that other Corgi races held on racing tracks in Britain and the USA do not charge anything and in some cases they also allow use of racing dog (Greyhounds and Whippets) starting gates if they have them. In one case a Corgi race has featured every year at half time of a football match in the USA with over 50,000 people watching live.

How about just 50 metres of the inside the track part of the complex where other sports are played, I asked.
The Wellington Racecourse management came back with a $575 offer.

I suppose I will keep the races at a local public park and wait until Trentham Racecourse has its multi storied apartments so it will be in a better financial position to downsize its hire out fees for 50 metres of turf.

1314 days ago

WINZ Advocacy Training August 2022 in Waikanae

Sue Lusk from Waikanae Cameo Society

Advocacy Training at Cameo Rooms, Mahara Place, Waikanae (next to Professionals) Saturdays 9am – 12noon
6th, 13th and 20th August 2022

Training Leader: Pat Hanley of AAAP (Auckland Action Against Poverty
Please register at kapitiadvocacy@gmail.com

Let's get a team together locally … View more
Advocacy Training at Cameo Rooms, Mahara Place, Waikanae (next to Professionals) Saturdays 9am – 12noon
6th, 13th and 20th August 2022

Training Leader: Pat Hanley of AAAP (Auckland Action Against Poverty
Please register at kapitiadvocacy@gmail.com

Let's get a team together locally to support people who can't advocate for themselves - please email to register and come along on Saturday 6th August to see how you can help 😊😊😊

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1314 days ago

THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET IS ON THIS SUNDAY

Gary from Waikanae

WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22a Rauparaha St, Waikanae

WHEN:- Sunday 10 July 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm

Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:

- Plants, Flowers and Seedlings
- Award-winning … View more
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22a Rauparaha St, Waikanae

WHEN:- Sunday 10 July 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm

Great Community Market with highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items including:

- Plants, Flowers and Seedlings
- Award-winning Olive Oil
- Local Waikanae Honey
- Yummy Bakery Biscuits and Loaves, including Keto and Gluten-Free options
- Meet the local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure books
- Designer Ladies Clothing
- Funky Soxs
- This Little Kiwi - Kiwi made sauces, dressings and more.
- Jewellery
- Scented Candles and Natural Skincare
- A wide variety of Homewares including Handmade Duvet Covers and Cushions
- Sewing Craft - lots of choices including different styled bags and face masks
- Junk For Joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and handmade items including furniture

- Much much more.

Escape the house, pick up a bargain or a gift and why not invite a friend or 2 and enjoy an outing at this great community event. Support local!

Please don't forget your mask unless you have an exemption.

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1315 days ago

Free washing machine

Sharon from Heretaunga

We have a free washing machine going if anyone wants it or knows of someone who needs one. Not sure how much longer it will go for, but it hasn’t let us down yet.

Free

1315 days ago
1315 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

The Team from Office for Seniors

Have you read our June Seniors newsletter? In this issue we discuss the Older Workers Employment Action Plan, Budget 2022 and hear from Equal Employment Commissioner Saunoamaali'i Karanina Sumeo. Read it here now: bit.ly...

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1315 days ago

Why aren’t Kiwis switching power providers?

NZ Compare

The chilly, gum boot wearing, kettle on, soup season has moved into town! Don’t get stung by your winter power bill neighbours, start shopping around now - even if you’re on a contract.

We asked neighbours why they’re not switching power providers and found out for many it feels a bit … View more
The chilly, gum boot wearing, kettle on, soup season has moved into town! Don’t get stung by your winter power bill neighbours, start shopping around now - even if you’re on a contract.

We asked neighbours why they’re not switching power providers and found out for many it feels a bit baffling with so many options and not enough help. Read why Kiwis aren’t switching and the easy steps to get your power sorted before bill shock hits.

Need to keep it stress free? Call our NZ based team on 0508 226 672, it’s free!

We’re here to help you compare, save and smile!
Help me switch

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1315 days ago

Give a little kindness this winter

Trade Me

Help Kiwis in need this winter by giving through the Trade Me Kindness Store. Trade Me has teamed up with three awesome Kiwi charities - KidsCan, RainbowYOUTH and Women’s Refuge. The Kindness Store’s virtual shelves are stocked with small things that make a big difference to the Kiwis these … View moreHelp Kiwis in need this winter by giving through the Trade Me Kindness Store. Trade Me has teamed up with three awesome Kiwi charities - KidsCan, RainbowYOUTH and Women’s Refuge. The Kindness Store’s virtual shelves are stocked with small things that make a big difference to the Kiwis these charities help.

Giving is easy – just pick, click and ‘Give Now’. Trade Me takes care of the rest. 100% of the donations go to the charities – Trade Me doesn’t take a cut.
Know more

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1315 days ago

Food Recalls: Jif brand Creamy Peanut Butter

James from Waikanae

Martha’s Backyard Ltd is recalling a specific batch of Jif brand Creamy Peanut Butter due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected product should not be consumed. There have been reports of illness in the United States of America linked to Jif brand Peanut Butter. If you have consumed … View moreMartha’s Backyard Ltd is recalling a specific batch of Jif brand Creamy Peanut Butter due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Affected product should not be consumed. There have been reports of illness in the United States of America linked to Jif brand Peanut Butter. If you have consumed this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

1317 days ago

Rugby Undead

Michael from Trentham

No, rugby did not die due to the Covid pandemic and the complexity and stop-start outcomes of its rules.

At the weekend the AB-Ire, SA- Wales and Aust-Eng internationals attracted 150,000 spectators collectively and add in the other 5 international matches at the weekend just past, and the … View more
No, rugby did not die due to the Covid pandemic and the complexity and stop-start outcomes of its rules.

At the weekend the AB-Ire, SA- Wales and Aust-Eng internationals attracted 150,000 spectators collectively and add in the other 5 international matches at the weekend just past, and the spectators added up to over a quarter of a million.
And those watching through tv etc were in their millions and millions.

The record for the most spectators at a rugby match is 120,000 and every continent other that Antarctica (where rugby of a sought has been played at Scott Base) an international match has seen at least 60,000 people present.

Of course I am still recovering from the euphoria of the ABs on Saturday evening at Eden Park swamping the Irish who may just have been favourite to win the contest. And we had Hurricanes-flavoured players Ardie Savea, Beauden Barrett and Jordie Barrett absolutely star for the triumphant men in black.

The question is: will Savea be given the title of the best rugby player on the planet for 2022?

I wouldn't be changing a single player from the ABs starting 15 for the second test against the Irish even though three Covid struck members of the playing squad may be available again and Dalton Papalii is back to full fitness.

And not to be sports bias, I watched the Warriors go from horribly terrible to heroes in front of 26,000 people in Auckland earlier today in winning their first match of the last eight in the Australian league competition, in a welcome home after nearly 3 years stuck across the Tasman.

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1317 days ago

so called royalty

Harry from Waikanae

jacinda ardern has invited prince william to visit nz. why should so called royalty rule nz when they live 18000 kilometres away. it is past time when we ruled our own country and became a republic.

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