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Heretaunga Christian Centre,10am-5pm, 51 Lane St, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt. Spot prizes, sausage sizzle, music.
Whirinaki Whare Taonga Vaccination Centre, 10am-8pm, 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt. Access via Brown St entrance. $2 coffees and free family passes to the Aquatic Centre.
To help … View moreHeretaunga Christian Centre,10am-5pm, 51 Lane St, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt. Spot prizes, sausage sizzle, music.
Whirinaki Whare Taonga Vaccination Centre, 10am-8pm, 836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt. Access via Brown St entrance. $2 coffees and free family passes to the Aquatic Centre.
To help residents get to and from the vaccination centre on Super Saturday, the council has booked two vans and will be offering a free shuttle service.
- They will be available between 10am and 8pm (the time the vaccination centre is open)
- To book your free ride, please text or call 021 2015725.
- The two drivers and the vans are from Kickstart and will be wearing Kickstart hoodies and t-shirts, as well as face masks.
- If you use the van please ensure you are wearing a mask and that you scan the COVID QR code.
Mahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its … View moreMahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its upgrade and our interim plans.
You'll be able to help make the final artwork in the gallery, which will be created by you sharing your memories of Mahara.
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View moreJoin the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:
DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.
COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.
Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!
We’re in the process of updating our District Plan and will be undertaking a plan change that addresses the risk from natural hazards.
It’s called Plan Change 47 and has three distinct areas of focus: the Wellington Fault, Mangaroa Peatlands and areas of High Slope Hazards.
The proposed … View moreWe’re in the process of updating our District Plan and will be undertaking a plan change that addresses the risk from natural hazards.
It’s called Plan Change 47 and has three distinct areas of focus: the Wellington Fault, Mangaroa Peatlands and areas of High Slope Hazards.
The proposed changes impact some properties in Upper Hutt. For example, the location of the Wellington Fault is now better understood and the location and extent has changed in some areas.
We want to give you a heads up about what's being proposed, ahead of a formal Plan Change in 2022.
Letters have been sent to impacted landowners with all the details. The information is also available online at letskorero.upperhuttcity.com/pc47
This Saturday is Super City as the Government pushes to get the vaccine rate up to 90 per cent. Remember of you want to enjoy summer get vaccinated.
Click on Read more to find out where
It has never been easier to get vaccinated and this Saturday Upper Hutt residents will have no excuse.
Mayor Wayne Guppy says it will be "super easy" to get vaccinated on Saturday as the country aims for a 90 per cent vaccination rate.
"It has never been more urgent to get New … View moreIt has never been easier to get vaccinated and this Saturday Upper Hutt residents will have no excuse.
Mayor Wayne Guppy says it will be "super easy" to get vaccinated on Saturday as the country aims for a 90 per cent vaccination rate.
"It has never been more urgent to get New Zealand vaccinated. Summer is just eight weeks away and we need everyone to book their first vaccine appointment now, so they can get two doses and enjoy everything a classic Kiwi summer has to offer."
What: Super Saturday
When: Saturday, October 16, 9am - 9pm.
Where: Whirinaki Whare Taonga Vaccination Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive,(please use rear entrance off Brown Street).
Paekākāriki Remembers the Marines
On Saturday 30th October and Sunday 31st October @ St Peters Village Hall.
Come along and view displays and photos showing the Wellington area in the 1940s.
Open 11am – 4 pm
Saturday will also have 3 presentations
1. 2 pm Birnie Duthie. The talk briefly … View morePaekākāriki Remembers the Marines
On Saturday 30th October and Sunday 31st October @ St Peters Village Hall.
Come along and view displays and photos showing the Wellington area in the 1940s.
Open 11am – 4 pm
Saturday will also have 3 presentations
1. 2 pm Birnie Duthie. The talk briefly describes Kiribati and outlines the distinct '5 Worlds' experienced by the VSA volunteers ranging from: our workplace; the islet of Betio; the atoll of Tarawa; the wider lens of Kiribati; and finally the geopolitical situation.
2. 2-45pm Peter Carter will give a talk about his grandfather who was the Commander of the marines in Camp Paekakariki – Col Cornelius P. Van Ness
3. 3-30pm Larry Keim will speak on the importance of the Marines’ role in Kapiti’s history as he is currently Chairman of the New Zealand American Association and a member of the Kapiti United States Marines Trust.
Also visit Queen Elizabeth Park, Mackay’s Crossing
11am to 3pm, View films and displays in Ramaroa Park Centre. View US Marines Memorial.
See how Marines lived in a restored camp hut.
The Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
… View moreThe Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
Metservice warned big waves were recorded on the capital's South Coast and Eastbourne. Wellington Region Emergency Management Office had reported that debris had already washed up along the coast as of 10:30.
All Interislander Services between Picton and Wellington today have been cancelled, with today's Bluebridge sailings cancelled and tomorrow's early morning services also scratched.
To keep up to date with the latest weather updates, visit the Metservice Warnings page.
Social housing provider after 2 bedroom chairs and 2 dressing tables good clean please .
The Upper Hutt City Council has been working with Industry Training Authorities and WelTec to help ensure our business community has skilled employees.
With the funding and support available, it’s a great time to take on an apprenticeship and help your business grow. Come along to this … View moreThe Upper Hutt City Council has been working with Industry Training Authorities and WelTec to help ensure our business community has skilled employees.
With the funding and support available, it’s a great time to take on an apprenticeship and help your business grow. Come along to this information session and find out more.
His Worship the Mayor invites local trades people, trade related businesses, those in the manufacturing and hospitality sector or anyone who might consider taking on an apprentice for a Pie and a Pint!
Registration essential https://www.upperhuttcity.com/Community/Events/Pie-and-a-Pint-with-the-Mayor.
NOTE: This event will only take place at Level 2 or below.
Knowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could… View moreKnowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could be transforming a weekend passion into the business of your dreams.
Has the NZ Government been caught out telling a porky surrounding the Covid vaccination saga?
Chris Hipkins (Minister for Covid 19 Response) said today that the Government is now telling people to get a second vaccination three weeks after the first instead of a six week gap because there is now … View moreHas the NZ Government been caught out telling a porky surrounding the Covid vaccination saga?
Chris Hipkins (Minister for Covid 19 Response) said today that the Government is now telling people to get a second vaccination three weeks after the first instead of a six week gap because there is now sufficient vaccine available and a three week gap lessons further the possibility of becoming infected with Covid and Delta Covid.
Hold on.
Originally it was a three week gap between the initial vaccination and the booster vaccination until Jacinda Ardern and her Government told us that four, five and six weeks is better than three because it makes the vaccine in our bodies more effective.
Now Chris is saying something quite different.
Stand up the truth.
"Hi there my name is Lulu or Bridie Lu. I am a sweet dog looking for my forever home. I am looking for a very special home that can understand my quirks and needs. A home that can help me thrive and be the best companion I can be. My ideal home would be one that has had previous large dog … View more"Hi there my name is Lulu or Bridie Lu. I am a sweet dog looking for my forever home. I am looking for a very special home that can understand my quirks and needs. A home that can help me thrive and be the best companion I can be. My ideal home would be one that has had previous large dog experience and or greyhound. I walk beautifully on a lead but in saying that I would need a home that can handle me as I can be strong when I want. I have had a fair amount of training from my previous home but there is always room for more growth. I am super smart and a lover of all yummy foods so will pick up new things very quickly. I can be shy when meeting new people so I would love a quiet patient home that can read when I am not comfortable. A home with no children. I could live with an older settled male dog but in saying this I am used to having my own space. I am not suited to a home with cats or any small animals."
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