Silverstream, Upper Hutt

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1324 days ago

Is that a teahouse on Stewart Island?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Why yes it is, and it's also a man cave, a shed, and a builder/engineer's retirement project. Little wonder Allan Jones' quirky build is a runner-up in the 2021 Resene Shed of the Year competition run by NZ Gardener.

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1325 days ago

Resene Upcyling Awards - don't forget!

Resene

Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View more
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2021 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Get Upcycling now

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1328 days ago

Poll: Should Wellington Zoo replace its Lions?

Reporter Community News

Wellington Zoo’s elderly lioness sisters, Djane and Zahra, have been euthanised, leaving the zoo with no lions.
Both lionesses had been closely monitored by veterinary staff over the past 18 months due to age-related health concerns, and Djane’s health recently deteriorated.
Lions have been … View more
Wellington Zoo’s elderly lioness sisters, Djane and Zahra, have been euthanised, leaving the zoo with no lions.
Both lionesses had been closely monitored by veterinary staff over the past 18 months due to age-related health concerns, and Djane’s health recently deteriorated.
Lions have been part of Wellington Zoo community since it opened in 1906, when the Zoo was gifted a male lion called King Dick.
Wellington Zoo said it would look at starting a new pride of lions in the future, but it was likely to be awhile until a firm plan was in place.
If you do not want your comments used by Stuff, please put NFP.

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Should Wellington Zoo replace its Lions?
  • 46.7% No
    46.7% Complete
  • 53.3% Yes
    53.3% Complete
685 votes
1327 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.

"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought … View more
This week we feature a picture of a starling by Louise Thomas.

"The variety of plumage at the moment on young birds as they transition into their adult feathers is amazing. I think a few years ago I would have thought of starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as a dozen different species if I thought of them at all. Many of the new generation still have their brown heads, but are developing their star-spangled chest feathers. Mature feathers coming in on their backs are beautiful, with pale brown borders and the middles an iridescent green in the sunlight. Nature is an artist."

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1326 days ago

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Breast Cancer Foundation NZ

Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund … View more
Come together for good with friends, whānau and workmates by hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast this May. You’ll be joining thousands of Kiwis around the country to raise vital funds for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

You can host any time in May, and by taking part, you’ll be helping fund ground-breaking work by some of our country’s top breast cancer researchers, educate people about breast health, and provide free support services for breast cancer patients and their families.

What are you waiting for! Sign up today.
Find out more

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1327 days ago

Independence with support you can count on

Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.

Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.

Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with … View more
Serviced apartments come with the support that makes life easier.

Your fixed base weekly fee includes a chef-prepared meal every day, morning and afternoon tea and housekeeping.

Your electricity, heating, air-conditioning costs and building maintenance are also covered, providing you with certainty about your living expenses.
Learn more

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1327 days ago

Willowbank Quarry Notification

Jenny from Judgeford - Pauatahanui

Dear Neighbour

Porirua City Council has advised that there is a new resource consent request for Willowbank Quarry as outlined below.

The Judgeford Environmental Protection Society welcomes you to submit to this consent request. Please do not hesitate to contact JEPS at committee@jeps.org.nz for … View more
Dear Neighbour

Porirua City Council has advised that there is a new resource consent request for Willowbank Quarry as outlined below.

The Judgeford Environmental Protection Society welcomes you to submit to this consent request. Please do not hesitate to contact JEPS at committee@jeps.org.nz for any further information. Leave us a contact number and a member of the Committee will call you directly.

Jenny Blake
Chairperson for Judgeford Environmental Protection Society

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION OF APPLICATION FOR A RESOURCE CONSENT UNDER SECTION 95A(7)&(8) OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ACT 1991

The Porirua City Council has received an application from: Willowbank Trustee Limited.

FOR LAND USE CONSENT TO CONTINUE ONGOING OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE WILLOWBANK QUARRY UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2025, AT 355 MURPHYS ROAD, JUDGEFORD (BEING LOT 4 DP 407801)

Land use consent is sought continue to supply material for both Transmission Gully and other projects in the local area, including flood protection works, roading projects and smaller site developments in order to meet identified demand for aggregates. The application requires consent as it is not provided for as a Permitted Activity in the Rural Zone in the Porirua City District Plan (the District Plan). The proposal is considered to be a Discretionary Activity pursuant to Rule D4.1.4 of the District Plan.

The application may be inspected at the Porirua City Council, Administration Building, Customer Service Centre (ground floor), Cobham Court, Porirua, between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm, or on the Porirua City Council website – www.poriruacity.govt.nz.... (the direct weblink being poriruacity.govt.nz/willowbankquarry )

You may make a submission by sending a written or electronic submission to Chief Executive, Porirua City Council, PO Box 50218, Porirua 5240 or to submissions@poriruacity.govt.nz. The submission must be in form 13. Copies of this form are available from the Council's Customer Service Centre or Council website. Submissions will close on and must be received no later than 5pm Thursday 6 May 2021.

A copy of your submission must also be served as soon as reasonably practicable on the applicant whose address for service is:

Willowbank Trustee Limited
C/- Beca Limited
PO Box 3942
Wellington 6140
Attn: Aimee Brown
Or aimee.brown2@beca.com

For further information contact Ellie Seumanufagai on 04 237 1494.

1327 days ago

Why not make a birdbath out of your rhubarb leaf?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Yes you can! NZ Gardener's DIY guru Jacob Leaf shows you how.

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1327 days ago

Nickelodeon picture

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

Great for kids room, all the old time favourites $25.00

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1327 days ago

Table and chairs

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

Extendable table and chairs $400

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1330 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Dora

Reporter Community News

A belated Pet of the Day this week, meet Dora from Taita.

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 … View more

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1328 days ago

We Say/You Say: trans-tasman bubble

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Hi Upper Hutt!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble is to be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more … View more
Hi Upper Hutt!

After more than a year of closed borders, Australians and New Zealanders will soon be able to jet-hop between countries after the government announced that the trans-Tasman travel bubble is to be operational from April 19.

With quarantine-free travel now possible, are you more likely to head across the Tasman or travel domestically?

Fronting Australian media yesterday, Jacinda Ardern not only spoke of the excitement of families being able to be reunited, but also pitched New Zealand tourist activities to Australian viewers.

"If there is a hot spot in one of the states of Australia we may just act in the same way that another state would ... Just prepare that there may be disruptions, but what better place in the world to be stuck. Am I right?," she said.

The trans-Tasman bubble will operate on a three tier basis: Continue, Pause and Suspend. If there are a few cases in Australia linked to the border, quarantine-free travel will continue. Travel may be paused for 72 hours if there are rogue community cases and in the instance of a state or nationwide lockdown, travel will be suspended.

Share your thoughts below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Conversations page of the Upper Hutt Leader.

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1329 days ago

Tell us what you think about our 10 year plan

Upper Hutt City Council

We’re preparing our Long Term Plan for 2021-2031 now but before we lock it in, we’re keen to kōrero (talk) with you about what we’re planning, how our key proposals impact our spending and most importantly, your rates.

Check your letterbox for our consultation booklet or go to … View more
We’re preparing our Long Term Plan for 2021-2031 now but before we lock it in, we’re keen to kōrero (talk) with you about what we’re planning, how our key proposals impact our spending and most importantly, your rates.

Check your letterbox for our consultation booklet or go to letskorero.upperhuttcity.com/upper-hutt-starts-with-u
Find out more

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1329 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

What do you know about this picture?

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1329 days ago

Dementia Wellington Fundraiser

Beverley from Taita

Hi,
I'm organising a fundraising event for Dementia Wellington. I have been personally impacted by Dementia and currently care for my Mum full-time who has advanced Dementia. There isn't a lot of support for carers like me in the community and Dementia Wellington have been there for me … View more
Hi,
I'm organising a fundraising event for Dementia Wellington. I have been personally impacted by Dementia and currently care for my Mum full-time who has advanced Dementia. There isn't a lot of support for carers like me in the community and Dementia Wellington have been there for me time and time again, from providing support and education. One of their advisors is only a phone call away when I need some advice or just someone to talk to. Their education sessions have helped me get a much better understanding of what's going on with mum and the supporter groups have been invaluable for support and socialisation. The majority of their income, comes from fundraising events and due to Covid this has been impacted so I want to do my little bit to help this organisation keep doing the great work they are doing. All the money Dementia Wellington raises goes towards providing free services to local families, and to running dementia education programmes.
Below is the link to the event, which is a showing of the film The Father starring Olivia Colman and Anthony Hopkins. Your support would be hugely appreciated.
www.eventbrite.co.uk...

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