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Making best use of the flow from the indoor to the outdoor area can add a sense of space and ambience to your home. We look at what you need to consider for decks and balconies.
Decks
Indoor/outdoor living and long summer evenings on the deck and around the barbeque are a favourite part of … View moreMaking best use of the flow from the indoor to the outdoor area can add a sense of space and ambience to your home. We look at what you need to consider for decks and balconies.
Decks
Indoor/outdoor living and long summer evenings on the deck and around the barbeque are a favourite part of family life for many New Zealanders. Plan for good indoor/outdoor flow in your design and consider your decking needs. The position of the house in relation to sun and boundaries will dictate the size and shape of the deck to a certain extent. Be aware that there may be local council restrictions on how much ground a deck can cover.
Other matters to consider are shading and shelter from the prevailing wind. To make the deck more interesting, consider in-built seating, steps, planters and unusual floor shapes.
If you are building a deck as part of a renovation, you will need building consent if the deck is more than one metre above the ground. Contact your local council for advice. Decks more than one metre above the ground must have a barrier (of at least one metre high – Clause F4.3.1 Building Code). Your council will be able to advise you about fencing requirements, any boundary restrictions and any resource consents required.
If you are doing the work yourself, make sure you use the correct grade of timber treatment, have the right gaps between decking boards (approximately 6mm between decking boards and 12mm between the deck and building walls). This is important to allow drainage and resist rotting.
Use bolts and flashing suitable for decks and make sure barriers comply with the Building Code.
Balconies
There are important design and construction requirements for balconies to make sure they don’t leak and rot, such as:
A step-down from the doorsill
A slope on the balcony floor
A gap between the balcony and the wall claddings
Taking care around junctions to ensure weathertightness
Using correctly treated timber
Rotting balconies, decks and balustrades have been identified as a significant safety hazard.
Source: www.consumer.org.nz...
The Upper Hutt police station will be open on weekends between 8am and 4pm again after 15 months of reduced service. They have also extended their opening hours during the week until 7pm.
Hi there, does anyone know if the fruit truck that is normally near the Silverstream railway bridge is no longer available? i go past everyday on the way home from work ( around 2.45pm) and I haven't seen it for some time, I hope the couple are ok, they are really nice people and the fruit is … View moreHi there, does anyone know if the fruit truck that is normally near the Silverstream railway bridge is no longer available? i go past everyday on the way home from work ( around 2.45pm) and I haven't seen it for some time, I hope the couple are ok, they are really nice people and the fruit is always delicious and cheap, all the way from the Hawkes Bay. Hope all is well with them.
Gran & Poppa are having Spring Clean. Garage sale 66 Fraser Crescent Upper Hutt. 0830am (not before) to 1100am. Come and grab a bargain. Another persons rubbish is another persons treasure.
Poppa and Gran are spring cleaning. Garage Sale 66 Fraser Crescent Upper Hutt ,Saturday 16 September 2017, 8.30am (no earlier) to 11am
What do you think of all the colourful murals that have popping up around Upper Hutt in the last 18 months?
In case you missed it, the polls are now open! Any eligible voter can cast their vote early. If you can't make it to the booths on September 23, make sure your voice is heard by getting in early.
If you haven't already enrolled, you have up until the September 22 to register. You can … View moreIn case you missed it, the polls are now open! Any eligible voter can cast their vote early. If you can't make it to the booths on September 23, make sure your voice is heard by getting in early.
If you haven't already enrolled, you have up until the September 22 to register. You can even register and vote on the same day.
There are a list of advance polling booths for Rimutaka in the link below.
Here is a selection of Aotearoa – New Zealand Māori place names. While it's not extensive, can you spot the name of the town closest to you?
Do you know your Kawatiri from your Kirikiriroa? Take Stuff's quick quiz on Māori place names here.
Thinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of … View moreThinking about building or curious about how best to do it? Join a Jennian New Home Builders Information Session.
These completely FREE information evenings are designed to ensure your new build experience is filled with plenty of 'OH YES' moments. No matter your budget or levels of experience - you'll leave your Information Session with greater insights into:
• Establishing your construction budget
• Avoiding hidden costs
• Saving money by building an environmentally friendly home
• Planning the home you've always wanted
Your local Jennian team would love to meet you - to share our construction industry knowledge and to find out how we can help get into your dream home. Come along with any questions you might have and learn how to avoid ‘OH NO’ moments. Find out more at jennianinfo.com
Hi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can … View moreHi neighbours! Did you know that voting is now open for the 2017 General Election? This means you can vote whenever you’re ready.
You can even enrol at any advance voting place if you haven’t already.
To find your closest advance voting place, simply check your EasyVote pack or you can check here.
I have a netball / basketball hoop holder free to a good home. It's a tyre filled with concrete that has a hole in the middle which would fit most hoop poles. Sorry I don't have the hoop to go with it. To be collected. Please message me if interested.
On Wednesday 20 September, @ 1.30 pm., Upper Hutt Grey Power’s Guest will be the current Rimutaka MP Chris Hipkins.
WE Invite all interested Seniors (50 +) to this our final (Meet the UH Candidates Meeting of 2017), at the Hapai Club, Main Hall.
[The Hapai Club is opposite the Upper Hutt … View moreOn Wednesday 20 September, @ 1.30 pm., Upper Hutt Grey Power’s Guest will be the current Rimutaka MP Chris Hipkins.
WE Invite all interested Seniors (50 +) to this our final (Meet the UH Candidates Meeting of 2017), at the Hapai Club, Main Hall.
[The Hapai Club is opposite the Upper Hutt Railway Station.]
This will be your last chance to ask questions of our local MP, prior to this year’s Election.
Interested in Joining Upper Hutt Grey Power Association?
Go Online to greypowerhuttvalley.org.nz...
Or, come along and join on the day!
Boneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) is a pretty, unassuming plant that can quickly replace the native species that are growing around it. Originally from South Africa it now threatens coastal areas where it can suppress the growth of native species.
Producing up to 50,000 seeds a year … View moreBoneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera) is a pretty, unassuming plant that can quickly replace the native species that are growing around it. Originally from South Africa it now threatens coastal areas where it can suppress the growth of native species.
Producing up to 50,000 seeds a year boneseed can quickly get out of control which is why our pest plants team try and contain it and in some coastal areas they control it. This sometimes means using unorthodox methods to remove the plants.
In Ngawi our team do annual work to remove the little yellow nasties either by hand pulling or cutting and treating via helicopter. They’ve been doing it since 2013 and it takes two helicopters to get the job done! Talk about cool work stories.
So, if you think you’ve seen boneseed, particularly in a coastal area of the Wairarapa, let the handy pest plants team know and they’ll come and have a look. Email them at pest.plants@gw.govt.nz
It's Drive Electric Week, a worldwide celebration to heighten awareness of the widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-Electric Vehicles (EVs).
This week there are events happening around New Zealand to celebrate and we'll be bringing one of our … View moreIt's Drive Electric Week, a worldwide celebration to heighten awareness of the widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-Electric Vehicles (EVs).
This week there are events happening around New Zealand to celebrate and we'll be bringing one of our vehicles along to the public Ride ‘n’ Drive Day on Sunday 17 September. It’s an opportunity for people to see, ride in, or drive an EV and to talk to an EV owner about why they love their EV. Check out the full scope of events at The Better NZ Trust - Leading The Charge.
As an organisation that is confronting the impacts of climate change in all of our work, we understand the urgency with which a transition to a low carbon economy must be achieved. That’s why we are doing what we can to reduce our own emissions.
One of the ways that we are doing this is though prioritising the purchase of EVs when we buy new vehicles. We now have a fleet of 8 electric vehicles! And it will only grow over time.
This major event, the largest of its kind in the Wellington Region, continues to expand. There will be a wealth of knowledge ‘on tap’ with a diverse range of businesses exhibiting.
So many business connections are made at the Business Expo. With many of the exhibitors coming from outside… View moreThis major event, the largest of its kind in the Wellington Region, continues to expand. There will be a wealth of knowledge ‘on tap’ with a diverse range of businesses exhibiting.
So many business connections are made at the Business Expo. With many of the exhibitors coming from outside the Wellington Region.
Free presentations. Business breakfast with Economist, Bernard Hickey, free parking, free entry and great prizes using the Phone APP are on offer. One lucky visitor will go into the draw to win a trip to Queenstown for two.
Because of growing numbers of exhibitors and expected visitors the Business Expo is being held at Westpac Stadium, in the lounge and gallery areas being conducive to networking.
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