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Our biosecurity officers do a lot more then just protect our native environment. They are out there talking to the backyard protectors of tomorrow! Two of our team recently visited Plateau School where they talked pests, predators and what happens when you put a banana in a trap...
What is there left to win for Upper Hutt sports teams?
Upper Hutt Maidstone beat Naenae Collegians United 47-37 to win their third successive Hutt Valley netball title over the weekend.
Upper Hutt Football Club won the Wellington women's football title, St Patrick's College … View moreWhat is there left to win for Upper Hutt sports teams?
Upper Hutt Maidstone beat Naenae Collegians United 47-37 to win their third successive Hutt Valley netball title over the weekend.
Upper Hutt Football Club won the Wellington women's football title, St Patrick's College Silverstream claimed the college rugby title and Upper Hutt Rams RFC bought home the Hardham Cup.
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We're doing a story on landline phones: who still has them? Are they extinct technology or still an important part of life?
We'd love you to take our wee poll and comment if you like!
[Remember to mark your comment NFP if you … View moreThanks for your thoughts everyone! Comments are now closed.
We're doing a story on landline phones: who still has them? Are they extinct technology or still an important part of life?
We'd love you to take our wee poll and comment if you like!
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September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:
1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...
2.… View moreHello neighbours,
September is Bee Aware Month, and our September issue comes with lots of ideas and projects to help the bees. Top 3 things you can do:
1. The September issue comes with free wildflower seeds. Plant them and register your bee-friendly garden on our map. www.stuff.co.nz...
2. Take part in The Great Kiwi Bee Count. www.stuff.co.nz...
3. Sign the petition against the sale of pesticides containing bee-harming neonicotinoids. www.stuff.co.nz...
Doing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the … View moreDoing a little decorating? You'll want to know about our great deals! Get 25% off Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers 10L. Buy one Resene testpot, get one FREE. Available to Resene ColorShop or DIY cardholders. If you don’t have a card, sign up for a FREE one on the Resene website or while you’re in store.
An evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform Boris Pigovat's exquisite "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's extraordinary "Lady Walton's Garden", … View moreAn evening of sublime music featuring three top international soloists. Russian-Italian violist extraordinaire, Anna Serova, will perform Boris Pigovat's exquisite "Poem of Dawn" and the world premiere of Roberto Molinelli's extraordinary "Lady Walton's Garden", rich with Argentinean flavour, rhythms and excitement - don't be surprised if it breaks into some tango dancing - anything is possible!
Roger Myers (USA) opens the programme with Schumann's enchanting "Fairy Tale Pictures" and Roger Benedict (Australia) closes with Walton’s viola concerto. In collaboration with our incredible NZSO this promises to be an unforgettable event and a New Zealand cultural highlight of the year.
Michael Fowler Centre 7.30pm, September 4, 2017.
Visit the 44th International Viola Congress website.
Register your interest for a new youth advisory group and online youth forum for education. If you’re aged between 14 and 18 years old, or know someone who is, then encourage them to get involved.
Registrations are open until Sunday 3 September. You can register HERE. #myeducationmyvoice
Hi Neighbours. Beds R Us Lower Hutt Clearance Outlet in conjunction with Sleepyhead invites you to the BIGGEST EVER bedding show. Lowest prices ever and up to 50% off RRP. Go into the draw to win $500 for coming along. 4 days only - Thursday to Sunday 31st August - 3rd September.
Visit us at … View moreHi Neighbours. Beds R Us Lower Hutt Clearance Outlet in conjunction with Sleepyhead invites you to the BIGGEST EVER bedding show. Lowest prices ever and up to 50% off RRP. Go into the draw to win $500 for coming along. 4 days only - Thursday to Sunday 31st August - 3rd September.
Visit us at Level 1, Westfield Queensgate Lower Hutt.
To thank you for being a valued member, we want to give you the chance to WIN $350 towards your winter power bill!
For your chance to go into the draw, simply purchase your daily newspaper, Sunday Star-Times or TV Guide and find the keyword to enter. The competition runs until 10th September … View moreTo thank you for being a valued member, we want to give you the chance to WIN $350 towards your winter power bill!
For your chance to go into the draw, simply purchase your daily newspaper, Sunday Star-Times or TV Guide and find the keyword to enter. The competition runs until 10th September 2017.
Plus, because you're a valued Neighbourly member, we're giving you a bonus keyword so you can get an extra entry! Your bonus keyword is: SPECIAL
To enter, head to www.stuff.co.nz/DailyPower or text the keyword to 3444.
Rates are rising across New Zealand at almost five times the speed of inflation but Upper Hutt had the lowest average residential rates. Mayor Wayne Guppy said the secret was discipline. What do you think? Are you happy with your rates? Would you pay more for more facilities and events? Comments … View moreRates are rising across New Zealand at almost five times the speed of inflation but Upper Hutt had the lowest average residential rates. Mayor Wayne Guppy said the secret was discipline. What do you think? Are you happy with your rates? Would you pay more for more facilities and events? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not for Print)
We propose changing some Metlink fares and varying the region’s public transport plan. But first we want to hear your views.
View the document outlining the changes:
• On our website
• at our Wellington and Masterton offices
• or by calling 0800 801 700 for a copy.
Send your … View moreWe propose changing some Metlink fares and varying the region’s public transport plan. But first we want to hear your views.
View the document outlining the changes:
• On our website
• at our Wellington and Masterton offices
• or by calling 0800 801 700 for a copy.
Send your submission here or complete the form in the consultation document. The deadline for submissions is 4pm Monday 18 September 2017. To learn more, come along to an information meeting. Times and locations are available here.
There’s only a month left of billboards and political debates before we head to the polling booths and decide who will lead our country. It’s a big decision that will influence the next three years.
From the living wage to homelessness, housing to transport, immigration to mental health - … View moreThere’s only a month left of billboards and political debates before we head to the polling booths and decide who will lead our country. It’s a big decision that will influence the next three years.
From the living wage to homelessness, housing to transport, immigration to mental health - Neighbourly wants to hear what is affecting your vote.
Is it a local issue in your community or something across the region? or the country?
Maybe you've switched sides or remaining loyal to one party - whatever your decision, we want to know what issues you’d like your ideal government to focus on. Let us know by commenting below!
Rimutaka Prison’s Gate to Plate event has been a tremendous success with more than 240 people visiting the prison for dinner, says Corrections Minister Louise Upston.
“In its fifth year, the event has been a sell-out, and I’m delighted with the public’s support,” said Ms Upston.
… View moreRimutaka Prison’s Gate to Plate event has been a tremendous success with more than 240 people visiting the prison for dinner, says Corrections Minister Louise Upston.
“In its fifth year, the event has been a sell-out, and I’m delighted with the public’s support,” said Ms Upston.
“Today, tomorrow and Thursday this week at Midland Park in Wellington’s CBD, the same group of prisoners who successfully cooked up a storm for the popular event last week will have their culinary masterpieces on display by Corrections at a bonus Gate to Plate pop-up event as part of the Visa Wellington on a Plate festival.
“I was lucky enough to sample the meal ahead of the event and it surpassed my expectations with a range of different foods and types of preparation, cooking and presentation. I’m looking forward to visiting the pop-up on Wednesday.
“The Gate to Plate events coinciding with Got a Trade week is significant, showcasing that our prisoners are gaining valuable skills to bolster their employability and their successful reintegration into society. This year Corrections have delivered 11 million hours of industry training, education and treatment to prisoners.
“Through their hard work, the prisoners will gain qualifications that will help them get work on the outside upon release. This in turn will help them to live a crime-free life.”
The prisoners created canapés, entrées, mains and desserts and were mentored by celebrity chef Martin Bosley, executive chefs James Pask from Whitebait and Kristan Mulcahy from The Green Man, and Rimutaka’s catering instructors.
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.
However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.
Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View moreACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.
However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.
Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.
Competition time! We are celebrating the successful launch of our Family Story Service. We want you to share in the joy, with the chance to win a free family story session worth $275. Two are up for grabs!
We know you can video record your Mum and Dad's life story. But life is busy and … View moreCompetition time! We are celebrating the successful launch of our Family Story Service. We want you to share in the joy, with the chance to win a free family story session worth $275. Two are up for grabs!
We know you can video record your Mum and Dad's life story. But life is busy and often we leave things too late. As professional researchers, we take care of this for you. We make a video keepsake of your loved one telling their story.
To enter, comment below and tell us why family stories matter to you and your family. Be quick, entries close Friday, September 1st, 2017.
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