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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1516 days ago

Christmas Present for Mum

Annette from Waikanae

Fine, bone china cup and saucer duo with the word "Mother" on it.
The set is by Queen Anne of England and would make a lovely gift for a treasured Mum.

Price: $9

1517 days ago

Zinnia pinecone wreath

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Turn tradition on its head and make a summery Christmas wreath by transforming pine cones into heat-loving zinnias using Resene paint colours.

Find out how to create your own.

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1517 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

A good picture can be worth a thousand words. This picture by Andrew Gorrie and caption (It's a bit wet in Wellington) sums up the last week or so in Wellington nicely.

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1517 days ago

Christmas Hours

Queen Street Medical Centre

December and January

We will be closing the doors at 12pm on Friday 24th of December and will reopen on the 29th, 30th and 31st of December from 9am to 12pm for any urgent consultations. There will be no routine appointments during this time. We will reopen on Wednesday 5th of January at 8.30am… View more
December and January

We will be closing the doors at 12pm on Friday 24th of December and will reopen on the 29th, 30th and 31st of December from 9am to 12pm for any urgent consultations. There will be no routine appointments during this time. We will reopen on Wednesday 5th of January at 8.30am

Please remember to get your Christmas script ordered early. Any unclaimed scripts will be able to be collected at Queen Street Pharmacy when the surgery is closed during the Christmas hours

All the staff at Queen Street Medical would like to take this opportunity to wish all our patients a happy and safe Christmas.

WISHING DR DUNN A HAPPY RETIREMENT
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1518 days ago

Moving to a retirement village?

Public Trust

"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any … View more"This is the start of a new stage of life for many people, and there are lots of changes that go with it. As you embark on this new journey, it's important to create or review your will as your assets change and, more often than not, your will needs to be updated to reflect any changes." Greg Coyne Principal Trustee in Nelson had a chat with stuff.co.nz recently as part of our Later Life campaign.

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1518 days ago

Sustainability Stimulus Grant Now Open

Upper Hutt City Council

This ground breaking, New Zealand first grant is open to support sustainable projects that benefit Upper Hutt and support Council’s Sustainability Strategy Goals.

Funding is available from $5,000-$100,000 with applications open now until 28 February 2022.

This is one of Council’s Long … View more
This ground breaking, New Zealand first grant is open to support sustainable projects that benefit Upper Hutt and support Council’s Sustainability Strategy Goals.

Funding is available from $5,000-$100,000 with applications open now until 28 February 2022.

This is one of Council’s Long Term Plan projects and shows our leadership in driving enhancements to Upper Hutt’s overall emissions output, community engagement, and sustainability.

Go to our website for more information and to apply: upperhuttcity.com/ssgrant.
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1535 days ago

EGGS

Veronica from Waikanae

Hello, does anyone who has grass fed chickens would like to sell spare eggs, preferably regularly?

1519 days ago

Give kindness, this Christmas

Trade Me

We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll … View more
We at Trade Me are chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for Christmas, teaming up with KidsCan, Foster Hope and Women’s Refuge .

We’ve filled The Kindness Store with the things they need most – just type ‘kindness’ in Trade Me’s search bar, and you’ll find a bunch of opportunities to give to Kiwis in need.

100% of your purchase goes directly to your charity of choice, and if you’ve been wondering what to give someone this year, a Kindness Store gift might be the perfect solution!

Just pick, click, and ‘Give Now’ – we’ll get it to the charity for you. Easy.
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1519 days ago

Helping each other through COVID-19

Ministry of Health

With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and … View more
With more cases of COVID-19 in the community, it’s possible you and your whānau will be exposed to the virus. Most fully vaccinated people, who get exposed, are likely to have a mild to moderate illness and will fully recover at home.

In case you or someone in your house tests positive and needs to isolate, have food, medications and supplies available. Make a plan with neighbours, friends or whānau to support each other.

If you need more help to manage at home, you can also access a COVID-19 welfare line on 0800 512 337

Find tips here
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1519 days ago

TV CABLE - 2 Metres

George from Waikanae

Endeavour F-type coaxial cable - male to male.
Purchased in error (turned out to be too long for my application) so never used.
Cost $24.99.
Pick up from Waikanae; or from Te Aro by arrangement. Can deliver in Kapiti area for $5 or further afield by negotiation.

Price: $10

1519 days ago

KNITTING LOOM

George from Waikanae

Designed for knitting circular items such as leg and arm warmers, socks, etc.
Never used so in pristine condition.
Pick up from Waikanae or from Te Aro by arrangement.
Can deliver in Kapiti area for $5 or mail further afield for $7.

Price: $20

1519 days ago

AUTOMATIC SPOOL KNITTER

George from Waikanae

EMBELLISH-KNIT Automatic Spool Knitter by Bond America.
Never used. Still sealed in original packaging. Complete with instructions.
See close-up photos for details of contents and potential applications.
Pick up from Waikanae, or from Te Aro by arrangement. Can deliver in Kapiti Area for $5 or … View more
EMBELLISH-KNIT Automatic Spool Knitter by Bond America.
Never used. Still sealed in original packaging. Complete with instructions.
See close-up photos for details of contents and potential applications.
Pick up from Waikanae, or from Te Aro by arrangement. Can deliver in Kapiti Area for $5 or mail further afield for $10.

Price: $20

1519 days ago

QUEENS “MADE WITH LOVE” TEAPOT

George from Waikanae

Modern Fine China Teapot - Admiral shape - quirky design has intricate detail with a bohemian twist.
One litre capacity and pours beautifully.
Only used occasionally so hasn’t really built up much of a tannin patina yet.
Labelled as Microwave and Dishwasher safe but have never put it to the … View more
Modern Fine China Teapot - Admiral shape - quirky design has intricate detail with a bohemian twist.
One litre capacity and pours beautifully.
Only used occasionally so hasn’t really built up much of a tannin patina yet.
Labelled as Microwave and Dishwasher safe but have never put it to the test.
Pick up from Waikanae; or Te Aro by arrangement. Can deliver in Kapiti district for $5 or Wellington area by negotiation.
Potential Christmas gift for a tea connoisseur.

Price: $20

1519 days ago

CC RESORTS CASUAL FLATS - SIZE 41

George from Waikanae

CC RESORTS CASUAL FLATS
- Size 41 in the “sorrell” style in blue.
New and unworn.
Leather and non-leather upper with centre zip fastening; leather lining with removable arch support and comfort cushion inner sole and heel.
These are extremely comfortable and lightweight but sadly a bit on … View more
CC RESORTS CASUAL FLATS
- Size 41 in the “sorrell” style in blue.
New and unworn.
Leather and non-leather upper with centre zip fastening; leather lining with removable arch support and comfort cushion inner sole and heel.
These are extremely comfortable and lightweight but sadly a bit on the flat side for the original purchaser who needs something with a raised heel.
Try before you buy and pick up from Waikanae. Alternatively can deliver in Kapiti area for $5 (further afield by negotiation) following appropriate funds transfer. Pick up from Te Aro by arrangement if that suits.

Price: $25

1519 days ago

Food Recall: Becky’s brand Assortment of Butter Cookies (Porcelain Tin and Christmas Gold Tin)

James from Waikanae

Briscoes (New Zealand) Ltd is recalling specific batches of Becky’s brand Assortment of Butter Cookies (Porcelain Tin and Christmas Gold Tin) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (gluten, milk, and soy). People with a gluten or milk allergy or intolerance, or a soy allergy should not … View moreBriscoes (New Zealand) Ltd is recalling specific batches of Becky’s brand Assortment of Butter Cookies (Porcelain Tin and Christmas Gold Tin) due to the presence of undeclared allergens (gluten, milk, and soy). People with a gluten or milk allergy or intolerance, or a soy allergy should not consume these products. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten or milk, or allergic to soy, this recall does not affect you.

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

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