1934 days ago

Popular former Upper Hutt teacher killed in motorbike accident

Reporter Community News

Tributes have flowed for a “much-loved” and inspiring teacher after she died in a motorcycle accident last week.

In a social media post, Upper Hutt College (UHC) said staff and students were “devastated” to learn of the death of Rachel Pawsey, 30, who taught at the school from mid-2016 to the end of last year. Pawsey died following a collision with a car on August 27.

Katherine Bond, a long-time friend of Pawsey and spokeswoman for her family, said she was an adventurous person who loved netball and horse riding. She had been friends with Pawsey, who is originally from Auckland, since primary school.

“She had a great impact on everyone’s lives

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26 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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3 days ago

Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? ⛓️‍💥❔

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What has a head but no brain?

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8 days ago

Poll: Would you participate in local initiatives aimed at stopping plastic from reaching our oceans?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Volunteers will be scouring the foreshore, riverbanks, and islands for rubbish on Saturday the 13th as part of the Clean Up the Hutt event.

This initiative helps stop plastic from reaching our oceans and makes our waterways cleaner and safer for everyone.

We want to know: Should this be rolled out across all coastal cities in Aotearoa? And more importantly… would you get involved? 💚

Want the details? The Post has you covered.

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Would you participate in local initiatives aimed at stopping plastic from reaching our oceans?
  • 71.2% Yes!
    71.2% Complete
  • 14.4% Maybe ...
    14.4% Complete
  • 14.4% No.
    14.4% Complete
111 votes