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

1451 days ago

Food recall: Similac, Alimentum and EleCare brand Infant Formula Products for Special Dietary Use

James from Waikanae

Abbott Laboratories NZ Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Similac, Alimentum and EleCare brands of infant formula products for special dietary use due to the possible presence of Cronobacter and Salmonella Newport. People who have purchased infant formulae online should check our website to … View moreAbbott Laboratories NZ Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Similac, Alimentum and EleCare brands of infant formula products for special dietary use due to the possible presence of Cronobacter and Salmonella Newport. People who have purchased infant formulae online should check our website to see if the batch codes on the product is affected by the recall. If you have any affected product, it should not be consumed. People whose infant might have consumed affected product should contact their health professionals for advice.

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

1452 days ago

Learn new skills, unlock your future.

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Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Administration & Technology, Money Management, Smart Steps to Buisness or Business Project Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes … View more
Want to grow your knowledge and skills to boost your career options?

We can help develop your skill set with one of our courses in Team Leadership, Administration & Technology, Money Management, Smart Steps to Buisness or Business Project Management.

Enrolments are now open with classes starting in March. Don’t miss out! Enrol today.
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1452 days ago

Upper Hutt Ecumenical World Day of Prayer Service

Ruth from Silverstream

Hosted by Our Lady of Grace, Palmer Crescent Heretaunga on 4th March at 11am. All are welcome. Service prepared by WDP England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Donations to go Christian World Service, Bible Society and Interchurch Council for Hospital Chaplaincy
Vaccine Pass Service limited to 100
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Hosted by Our Lady of Grace, Palmer Crescent Heretaunga on 4th March at 11am. All are welcome. Service prepared by WDP England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Donations to go Christian World Service, Bible Society and Interchurch Council for Hospital Chaplaincy
Vaccine Pass Service limited to 100
To pre-book go to www.picktime.com....
More info Phone Ruth 04-5286826

1452 days ago

Found ring neck parakeet

Teresa from Waikanae

Just to let everyone know the blue ring neck Parakeet that was hanging around in the trees by P’ram Beach the owner has been found!
Yay 😁

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1453 days ago

Curious Minds Taranaki - Funding Available Now!

Venture Taranaki

Do you have a great idea for a collaborative research project?

Curious Minds Taranaki provides funding support and expertise to community groups looking to explore ideas and carry out research investigations.

Researchers, community organisations, and schools can Apply Now for up to $20,000 of… View more
Do you have a great idea for a collaborative research project?

Curious Minds Taranaki provides funding support and expertise to community groups looking to explore ideas and carry out research investigations.

Researchers, community organisations, and schools can Apply Now for up to $20,000 of funding to turn your ideas into action. Funding is available for collaborative science, technology or mātauranga projects that are Educationally Valuable, Locally Relevant and Scientifically Robust.

Find out more and register your idea
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1453 days ago

Tipsy pot tower

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Brighten up any garden corner, balcony or deck; paint pots using Resene paints and plantwith perennial herbs or cascading flowers. Find out how to create your own.

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1454 days ago

Wasp Wipeout is back!

Wasp Wipeout

This year's award-winning Wasp Wipeout campaign is now underway and once again we're appealing to anyone who wishes to get involved with the campaign by volunteering their time to help lay bait in wasp-ravaged areas.

If spare time is a rarity - not to worry! This year’s … View more
This year's award-winning Wasp Wipeout campaign is now underway and once again we're appealing to anyone who wishes to get involved with the campaign by volunteering their time to help lay bait in wasp-ravaged areas.

If spare time is a rarity - not to worry! This year’s Givealittle page is now live and we’re aiming to fundraise $25,000 for the Tasman Environment Trust. All money raised will go towards the purchase of bait and bait stations to continue and expand wasp control operations.

Find out more about this destructive pest by reading through our new interactive feature on Stuff which explores the tools we have in the fight to rid wasps from New Zealand for good.
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1454 days ago

Testing station to open in Upper Hutt

Reporter Community News

An Upper Hutt COVID-19 Community Testing Centre will be established on Friday 18 February. It will be located at the Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane Street, Upper Hutt.
Upper Hutt residents that have COVID-19 symptoms and require swabbing should call Healthline (0800 358 5453) for advice. If … View more
An Upper Hutt COVID-19 Community Testing Centre will be established on Friday 18 February. It will be located at the Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane Street, Upper Hutt.
Upper Hutt residents that have COVID-19 symptoms and require swabbing should call Healthline (0800 358 5453) for advice. If you need a test they may suggest you visit a Community Testing Centre.
Once you know you need a test please call 0800 4888 123 and you will be booked into the Upper Hutt Centre. Bookings are preferred – walk ins are available.
If you are offered a test for COVID-19, please take it. It will help us monitor community transmission, and help keep your friends, family and whānau safe
Centre hours
Friday 18 February 2pm – 6pm
Saturday 19 February 2pm – 6pm
Sunday 20 February 2pm – 6pm
Ongoing regular hours
From there, the regular hours ongoing, until further notice will be:
Monday 1pm – 5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 1pm – 5pm
Thursday 1pm – 5pm
Friday 1pm – 5pm
Saturday 1pm – 5pm
Sunday 2pm – 6pm

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1455 days ago

Do it for the natives (birds, lizards and invertebrates) - sign up to become predator free!

Predator Free Wellington

Kia ora neighbours, it's Brittany and the Community Outreach team from Predator Free Wellington.

We are close to finishing our Phase One rat and mustelid (stoat/weasel) eradication on the Miramar Peninsula. Our Phase Two eradication involves 19 suburbs - from Kilbirnie around to Ōwhiro Bay… View more
Kia ora neighbours, it's Brittany and the Community Outreach team from Predator Free Wellington.

We are close to finishing our Phase One rat and mustelid (stoat/weasel) eradication on the Miramar Peninsula. Our Phase Two eradication involves 19 suburbs - from Kilbirnie around to Ōwhiro Bay and up through to the CBD.

We're looking for household sign-ups in these suburbs. This involves the installation of traps/bait stations on or near your property. It's FREE and the devices are FULLY SERVICED by our team.

Our team will be working in Houghton Bay, Island Bay, and Ōwhiro Bay over the next few weeks. We will be pounding the pavements, knocking on doors, putting up posters - and getting people excited about becoming predator free.

Sign up now online - and spread the word! Or get in contact with our team by calling 0800 NO RATS.
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1457 days ago

THE MAHARA PLACE MARKET IS ON TUESDAY

Gary from Waikanae

Don't forget the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET is on Tuesday from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fruit & Veg, Beautiful award winning Olive Oil, Plants, Local Honey, Crafts, Face Masks, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-brac, Books and lots lots more SEE YOU THERE!!

1455 days ago

Stay safe and stay calm as Omicron spreads

Reporter Community News

Omicron is here and Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy is reminding locals to stay calm and be safe.
Earlier in the week two locations of interest were posted in Upper Hutt and last week St Patrick’s Silverstream sent 100 boys home after they were deemed close contacts of a year 12 student, who was a … View more
Omicron is here and Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy is reminding locals to stay calm and be safe.
Earlier in the week two locations of interest were posted in Upper Hutt and last week St Patrick’s Silverstream sent 100 boys home after they were deemed close contacts of a year 12 student, who was a positive case. Guppy says it “is only a matter of time” before Omicron becomes widespread in the community.
He is reassured by the high vaccine numbers and is confident the city will cope.
“Our people have generally been very good at following the precautions and public health measures. Upper Hutt has strong vax numbers and people are getting boosted.”
He says it is more important than ever that people now do the right thing.
“We’ve started talking to our community, through our social media channels, about self-isolating at home when the time comes, things to prepare in advance, that kind of thing.”
He says people should not be panicked by Omicron.
“We do not need to be anxious or frightened. This next phase is about getting on with life.”
The reality, he says, is that we need to learn to live with Omicron. It is already having a negative impact on the local economy and “where possible” he urges people to continue to shop local.
“Our retailers, particularly in the hospitality, are noticing a drop in foot traffic with everyone working from home so if you can still pop in and get your takeaway coffee as an example, they’d love your support.”
It is important to remember to wear a mask, social distance and always scan in, he says.
He has one final plea for locals – get vaccinated and if you have not already done so, get your booster.
The reality is, he says, that the best way to beat Omicron and get back to normality is to get vaccinated.

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1456 days ago

Read our Kōwhai magazine online

In this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa … View moreIn this summer edition, find inspiration from conscious living leaders like artist David Trubridge who takes inspiration from nature and the founders of Naturebox, Blair and Ollie who want to help Kiwis sustainably grow food. We meet Ryman residents Ross and Eleanor who love to explore Aotearoa whenever they can. Find out more

1456 days ago

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1456 days ago

Have you seen Darren?

Reporter Community News

Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Darren Millar, 46, who has a Warrant to Arrest and is wanted by Police. Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 220209/4335. Alternatively information can … View morePolice are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Darren Millar, 46, who has a Warrant to Arrest and is wanted by Police. Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead to call 111 immediately and quote file number 220209/4335. Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

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1456 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage … View more
Dear neighbours,

Last year, Greytown magician Paul Bates' Tardis-inspired shed was declared the Shed of the Year. This year, Resene and NZ Gardener are once again on the hunt for the country's best shed! Send in the photos and stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The Resene Shed of the Year 2022 winners will receive prizes worth more than $2200. Just tell us in writing why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to five high-quality photos. Email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close Feb 27, 2022.

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