Rimutaka Hill, Upper Hutt

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

1664 days ago

Did you see the blood moon

Reporter Community News

Dominion Post photographer Kevin Stent took this picture of moon rising over Palmer Head Fortress, Wellington, prior to a much anticipated blood moon later in the evening.
If you have a photo of the blood moon, please post it.

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1663 days ago

Winter Sale

The Gun Shop & The Outdoors Hut

All Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)

- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
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All Clothing less 20% - Ridgeline/Hunters Element/Loney Track (store stock only)

- Kids tees from $10
- Kids Onsies $30
- Mens / womens Fleece tees 2 for $40
- 100% Merino wool Thermals - Were up to $150, now $99 (tops or leggings)
- Lonely Track Wilder tops were $99.99 now $80
- Tramping Hunting boots from $180
- Packs 25l to 80l from $150
- Recurve bows from $250

Full range of Hunting Camping/tramping gear available - Torches, Binos, Thermal imaging, Gas Cookers, food, etc

807 Fergusson Drive
Upper hutt
04 939 6184
email sales@theoutdoorshut.co.nz
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1663 days ago

Hollywood wins Hutt sports awards

Reporter Community News

A plea for social justice and a special tribute to Grant Quinn, the founder of Special Olympics New Zealand, were two of the highlights at the Hutt Valley Sports Awards.
The overall winner was 2021 Olympic swim coach for Tokyo, Gary Hollywood, who coaches Olympic medal prospect Lewis Clareburt​.
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A plea for social justice and a special tribute to Grant Quinn, the founder of Special Olympics New Zealand, were two of the highlights at the Hutt Valley Sports Awards.
The overall winner was 2021 Olympic swim coach for Tokyo, Gary Hollywood, who coaches Olympic medal prospect Lewis Clareburt​.
Award winners: Administrator/Volunteer of the Year Fran Scholey​ (netball); Official of the Year, Gareth Fowler (netball umpire); Young Sportsman, Tana Mumu​ (softball, baseball, rugby); Young Sportswoman, Diana Galloway (squash); Youth Volunteer of the Year, Joel and Luka Dunwoodie​ (hockey); Youth Team of the Year, Hutt Valley U16 Hornets (baseball); Exceptional Service to Sport, Grant Quinn (Special Olympics); Coach of the Year and Surpreme Winner, Gary Hollywood (swimming); Sporting Legend, Niniwa Roberts (hockey); Team of the Year, Taita Cricket Men’s Premiers; Sportsman of the Year, Nick Willis (athletics); Sportswoman of the Year, Karin Burger (netball); Disabled Athlete of the Year, Erin Knox (swimming); Media Contribution Award to Sport, Petone Rugby Football Club Social Media Team.

1674 days ago

We Say/You Say: Street Art

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Kia ora Upper Hutt,

What's your opinion on street art? Are there any spots in your community that could do with a mural?

Construction sites and other disused structures around Wellington are getting facelifts, with local artists putting their touch on areas in a state of flux.

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Kia ora Upper Hutt,

What's your opinion on street art? Are there any spots in your community that could do with a mural?

Construction sites and other disused structures around Wellington are getting facelifts, with local artists putting their touch on areas in a state of flux.

Wellington based artists Xoë Hall, Miriama Grace-Smith and Gina Kiel make up part of the Love Local: City Artwork initiative, with their work set to add vibrancy to revamps around the city.

The collaboration between Wellington City Council and WellingtonNZ has $60,000 which covers printing, installation and commission.

Paint us a picture! Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in the Upper Hutt Leader.

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1664 days ago

Wild Rose | Men's + Women's Fashion

Wild Rose

New streetwear, fashion & accessories dropping in store and online weekly! Shop now

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1664 days ago

Get involved to Paint it pink

Resene

Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!

Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail … View more
Paint it pink with Resene for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ!

Buy any Resene testpot starting with P, I, N, K during May and we’ll donate $1 to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

Offer applies to all Resene 60ml testpots with colour names starting with P, I, N, K purchased at the normal retail price in May 2021 at Resene owned ColorShops.

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1667 days ago

Last mass at historic St Gerard's feels bittersweet

Reporter Community News

What would you like to see happen to St Gerard's
The historic church has closed because of its earthquake-prone status. Its owners made the decision after the owners struggled to raise the $11 million to $13m needed to pay for strengthening work. Only $42,000 had been donated by July 2020.

1665 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

An old black and white picture from early Wellington. Who can recognise where it is?

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1664 days ago

Niniwa Roberts a Hutt Valley sporting legend

Reporter Community News

The Hutt Valley Sports Awards will tonight induct Niniwa Roberts as a legend of Hutt Sport.
In total she played 141 games for the Black Sticks, attended two Olympic Games and one Commonwealth Games, and is widely regarded as one of our best hockey players.

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1665 days ago

The Resene Wallpaper Sale is on!

Resene

Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at … View more
Neighbours – now is your chance to dress up your walls and save 30% off* the extensive range of Resene wallpapers! Patterned or bold, textured or neutral – come in to your local Resene ColorShop and view the full collection. Offer ends 8 June 2021.

*Discount off the normal retail price at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers until 8 June 2021. Excludes wall decals, WallPrint and clearance items. Not available in conjunction with any other offer.
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1665 days ago

Free Car Seat Checks

Upper Hutt City Council

👶Is your child’s car seat installed correctly? 👶

Did you know most children are restrained when in a vehicle BUT around 80% of child restraints are found to be incorrectly installed or not appropriate for the child?

We've partnered with Upper Hutt Plunket and local restraint … View more
👶Is your child’s car seat installed correctly? 👶

Did you know most children are restrained when in a vehicle BUT around 80% of child restraints are found to be incorrectly installed or not appropriate for the child?

We've partnered with Upper Hutt Plunket and local restraint technicians to run monthly car seat clinics at Upper Hutt Plunket in Logan St.

To secure your spot, please get in touch with our Road Safety Coordinator, catherine.pulford@uhcc.govt.nz
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1665 days ago

Wellington Samaritans are looking for helpline volunteers

Samaritans

Hi neighbours,

Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.

If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.

We provide full training and … View more
Hi neighbours,

Wellington Samaritans are looking for locals to join our team of helpline volunteers.

If you’re a good listener and have a genuine desire to improve the mental well-being of others, please contact us about becoming a helpline volunteer.

We provide full training and ongoing support.

Email wellington@samaritans.org.nz or phone 021 294 0036 or visit www.samaritans.org.nz
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1665 days ago

Remutaka Cycle Trail Maymorn Access Closed - 31 May & 1 June

South Wairarapa District Council

The Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle … View more
The Maymorn access to Remutaka Cycle Trail will be closed to all users on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June.
This is due to the construction and placement of a culvert for the adjacent Kiwirail site. Touring cyclists please use the alternate route via Plateau Rd to Tunnel Gully and Remutaka Cycle Trail.
www.gw.govt.nz...

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1671 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their … View more
Louise Thomas has provided this weeks Friday Feathered Friend.

"Nature abhors a vacuum. The old adage has seen the white-fronted terns/tara (Sterna striata) move onto the Petone Wharf as a convenient perching spot for hawking (terning?) for fish. Such sleek birds, they turn on a dime, their brilliant white feathers catching the sun as they dive like professionals into the briny.
The old wharf, stretching almost 400m out into harbour, was closed (although a few foolhardy humans ignore the signs and climb the fence) in January for six weeks (hah!) for “urgent” repairs after the earthquakes over the New Year caused it to slump a bit in the middle. To be fair, the piles are infested with marine worms turning the ancient trunks into so much Swiss cheese and the bolts holding it all together are rustier than my first car, so it wouldn’t have taken much. Having seen a cross-section of a pile, I’m surprised it hasn’t collapsed before now. I am looking forward to it reopening though, I miss being able to walk so far out into the harbour – it’s where all the good stuff happens."

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1666 days ago

Abbott Bin Hire, locally Owned & Operated

Abbott Bin Hire

Kat Smith, Owner Operator is your friendly bin hire specialist.

Abbott Bin Hire Ltd has been proudly servicing the Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Wellington regions with skip bin hire solutions since 2016; providing services for private and commercial use, offering a range of sizes and hire duration… View more
Kat Smith, Owner Operator is your friendly bin hire specialist.

Abbott Bin Hire Ltd has been proudly servicing the Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt and Wellington regions with skip bin hire solutions since 2016; providing services for private and commercial use, offering a range of sizes and hire duration at very competitive prices.

“I appreciate each and everyone of my clients and understand that you’re hiring more than a skip bin for your waste management needs; you’re perhaps renovating or moving house and need our helpful service to take one thing off your to do list during a busy time. We’re Hutt Valley locals and go the extra mile to provide fast, friendly and efficient service. I would also like to say a big thank you to all my new and existing clients for supporting our locally owned and operated family business for the past 5 years. ” - Kat & Vic.

For Prompt & Professional Service Call Kat: 528 7640
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