Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt

1292 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Felix

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature a cat named Felix submitted by Keely McBride.
"Nap time for my daughter's cat Felix."

Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you live in.

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1296 days ago

Grant's Bush Reserve Deserves To Be Upgraded

Michael from Trentham

This increasingly well utilised reserve has a large grassy area apart from the native bush in the centre north and while the bush has paid caretakers, the grassy section is quite weedy in places. The UHCC refuse to take care of the weeds and I think a small group of residents/users should make a … View moreThis increasingly well utilised reserve has a large grassy area apart from the native bush in the centre north and while the bush has paid caretakers, the grassy section is quite weedy in places. The UHCC refuse to take care of the weeds and I think a small group of residents/users should make a direct approach to council with a view to asking for an annual weed spraying programme.
Many dog owners/handlers and their dogs are using the park for recreation and the council will not install at least one litter dispenser and litter bin. I think this can also be broached to council for the placement of these items at the park. They exist in other parks and reserves in Upper Hutt including three litter dispensers at Trentham Memorial Park aside from multiple litter bins.

Last winter there were vehicles and motor bikes rampaging parts of the park when the park surface was wet and despoiling the ground. More barriers need to be constructed to stop this vandalism.

Grant's Bush Reserve is otherwise attractive and appreciated.

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1292 days ago

REMINDER - THE TE HORO COUNTRY MARKET IS ON TOMORROW

Gary from Waikanae

WHEN:- Sun 2 May 2021, 10:00am–1:00pm

Where:- - Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo, Kapiti Coast

A truly friendly, local, community market with a fundraising popup cafe with yummy treats, all Kiwi made products, and over 40 stalls both inside and outside.

There will be Plants, … View more
WHEN:- Sun 2 May 2021, 10:00am–1:00pm

Where:- - Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo, Kapiti Coast

A truly friendly, local, community market with a fundraising popup cafe with yummy treats, all Kiwi made products, and over 40 stalls both inside and outside.

There will be Plants, Skincare, Hand Made Soaps, Food (“This Little Kiwi”, “Grainheaven”, Artisan Breads, Honey, Avocados, Jams and Chutneys, Olive Oils, Baking, Eggs and more), Books, Bric-a-Brac, Quality Up-Cycled and Re-Purposed Home Wares, Furniture and lots lots more.

Also included are Arts & Crafts (Art Works, Pottery, Jewellery, High-Quality Stationary, Bird Feeders, Toys, Candles, Fabric Creations, Mosaics, Ceramics, Pottery, Quilts, Tableware, Clothes, Knits, Merino Goodies, Hats, Gloves and Scarves.

We also have the Seasonal Surplus table – a local fundraising effort with surplus from local gardens for sale.

NZ COVID Q Code Tracer Poster, Sign-In Forms and Sanitizer will be available.

Do come and enjoy a day out at a real country market day - There’s plenty of parking with the market located just up the road from Ruth Pretty's.

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday 2 May at the Te Horo Community Hall. All welcome!!

Note - there is a detour for Northbound traffic; turn left off SH1 onto Te Horo Beach Road (at Hyde Park Village), then go East over the new bridge.

1293 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Words and picture from Louise Thomas.

"Australasian gannet/tākapu (Morus serrator) on the wing this afternoon. One of two to be seen at Lowry Bay, Lower Hutt, diving and feeding close to shore for the past few weeks."

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1292 days ago

New rug for sale

Morag from Waikanae

We've just had our home carpeted with Rhino West Haven carpeting and have made some rugs with the offcuts, overlocking the raw edges. They are brand new. We have one measuring approx. 2 meters by 2.3meters, colour Toasted Almond. This is quality easy to clean carpet and cost $90/sq. meter. … View moreWe've just had our home carpeted with Rhino West Haven carpeting and have made some rugs with the offcuts, overlocking the raw edges. They are brand new. We have one measuring approx. 2 meters by 2.3meters, colour Toasted Almond. This is quality easy to clean carpet and cost $90/sq. meter. So, it's about $415 worth of carpet and the overlocking cost takes it to $460. Happy to sell it for $200.

Price: $200

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1293 days ago

WANTED: Beauty Therapist, Massage Therapist, Counsellor, class/workshop instructors etc.

Debby from Waikanae

We are looking for experienced practitioners/treatment providers to join our brand new, very professional, high profile (KCDC supported) collaborative Wellness Centre in Lindale.

We house four high quality treatment rooms, a classroom for yoga, workshops, talks etc., a kitchen/breakout area an … View more
We are looking for experienced practitioners/treatment providers to join our brand new, very professional, high profile (KCDC supported) collaborative Wellness Centre in Lindale.

We house four high quality treatment rooms, a classroom for yoga, workshops, talks etc., a kitchen/breakout area an infrared sauna and beautiful reception area.

We are happy to show you around and talk about how you could join us

Get in touch to have a chat.

Email: wellness@rezonate.co.nz
Phone: 021800293

1295 days ago

Teenager bringing high-speed internet to Upper Hutt

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

A company run by a 16-year-old which has brought high-speed internet access to hundreds of households in the Hutt Valley that have been “forgotten" by the big telcos is expanding its services to other parts of the country in a bid to help more residents in isolated areas get connected.
Alex … View more
A company run by a 16-year-old which has brought high-speed internet access to hundreds of households in the Hutt Valley that have been “forgotten" by the big telcos is expanding its services to other parts of the country in a bid to help more residents in isolated areas get connected.
Alex Stewart came up with the idea for his business, WombatNET, when he was 13 and staying at the remote settlement of Turakina Beach, near Whanganui. Older people would often ask the tech-savvy teenager for help with their digital devices, and he soon realised how many people in the area were grappling with the same problem – unreliable and slow internet access.
After doing some research, he discovered that while it was relatively straightforward to connect properties to the fixed wireless broadband network using radio waves transmitted by towers, large internet providers often seemed reluctant to do so because it could be more expensive than using cables. So Stewart decided to meet the need himself.
In early 2020, WombatNET put up its first tower on private land just outside Upper Hutt. Since then, the company has built another 10 around Mangaroa and Whitemans Valley.
With demand for the service growing quickly through online and social media marketing and word of mouth, and as more people began to work from home amid the Covid-19 pandemic, Stewart was struggling to juggle running a start-up with his school work.

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1293 days ago

Newbolds 100% Upper Hutt

Newbolds

Hey Neighbours.

Just been asked by a few customers to put this on here as a few people might not be aware.

Mike and myself with our families own 100% Newbolds in Upper Hutt.

We are as local as you can get. We are not part of a chain, but a buying group. We sell Televisions, audio, … View more
Hey Neighbours.

Just been asked by a few customers to put this on here as a few people might not be aware.

Mike and myself with our families own 100% Newbolds in Upper Hutt.

We are as local as you can get. We are not part of a chain, but a buying group. We sell Televisions, audio, whiteware and kitchen appliances.

We employ 18 locals and do all our business locally, supporting local Electricians, plumbers, servicemen, heatpump installers and local business. We also support local charities. We take your old appliances away and either recycle them or recondition them.
This has created 8 local jobs and filled a store in the main street. No other appliance store does this.

We also just won the consumers people's choice award for the 6th year running.😁

We love matching prices and deliver and install all around Wellington. Our delivery team is amazing.

If you haven't been in to meet us, please come in and say hi. We would love to have your business and can guarantee you will be impressed with what we have right here in Upper Hutt.

Get the 100% kiwi experience.

Toa rohe, toa Orongomai
Darren and the Team 100%Newbolds
Shop now

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1293 days ago

“Things I Know to be True” at Circa Theatre.

Circa Theatre

From August: Osage County to Joyful and Triumphant, Circa Theatre has a rich history of celebrating family. With rich insight, brilliant humour and a whole lot of heart, Andrew Bovell - the writer of When the Rain Stops Falling and Lantana - paints a vivid portrait of home: the expectations that … View moreFrom August: Osage County to Joyful and Triumphant, Circa Theatre has a rich history of celebrating family. With rich insight, brilliant humour and a whole lot of heart, Andrew Bovell - the writer of When the Rain Stops Falling and Lantana - paints a vivid portrait of home: the expectations that trap us and the love that keeps us coming back.

Co-produced with The Court Theatre, Things I Know to be True has just finished a record-breaking sold-out season in Christchurch receiving standing ovations and Circa Theatre is proud to present this “intricate, inventive study of family life” as part of its 45th anniversary celebrations. Tickets selling fast!

‘A thing of beauty, exquisitely observed. An absolute gem.’★★★★★ — The Daily Telegraph
Book now

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1296 days ago

MAGNOLIA HOUSE - JUST LISTED

Marc & Lee from Walker & Co Real Estate

7 Ranfurly Street, character vibe, 3 large bedrooms, high stud ceiling, wide hallway. Call today Marc Walker 0275 836 256 or
Cody Tamariki 021 0846 9273 for more information.
www.walkerandco.nz...

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1294 days ago

Lost car key

Kelly from Trentham

Hello Neighbours.

Over the weekend a family member has lost their car key around upper hutt.
Too many places where it could of been lost it is a mazda key.
It would be much appreciated if anyone who may have found a key to please contact me. I will update on what it looks like once ive been … View more
Hello Neighbours.

Over the weekend a family member has lost their car key around upper hutt.
Too many places where it could of been lost it is a mazda key.
It would be much appreciated if anyone who may have found a key to please contact me. I will update on what it looks like once ive been intouch with family member.

Thank you!

1294 days ago

Temporary road closure of Karapoti Road

Upper Hutt City Council

Sunday 2 May 2021, 8.30 AM – 4.00 PM

Karapoti Road will be closed to vehicular traffic on Sunday 2 May 2021 from 8.30 am to 4.00 pm for the Karapoti Classic mountain bike event.
Find out more

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1294 days ago

Food Recall: Bondi Protein Co brand Vegan Protein Bar (Chocolate flavour and Salted Caramel flavour)

James from Waikanae

Chemist Warehouse NZ is recalling specific batches of Bondi Protein Co brand Vegan Protein Bar (Chocolate flavour and Salted Caramel flavour) due to incorrect labelling about the presence of an allergen (peanut).

People with a peanut allergy should not consume these products.


If you are not… View more
Chemist Warehouse NZ is recalling specific batches of Bondi Protein Co brand Vegan Protein Bar (Chocolate flavour and Salted Caramel flavour) due to incorrect labelling about the presence of an allergen (peanut).

People with a peanut allergy should not consume these products.


If you are not allergic to peanuts this recall does not affect you.


Read More: www.mpi.govt.nz...

1295 days ago

Free wooden box and palette

Morag from Waikanae

This wooden box with lid (measurements in photo) plus a palette (800mm by 1200mm) were used for the delivery of greenhouse glass panels. We have no further use for them. Free to anyone who wants to come round and pick them up from North Waikanae.

Free

1295 days ago

PInk moon shines bright

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Rosia Marie posted this beautiful picture of the moon over Stokes Valley.

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