Te Marua, Upper Hutt

Want to start a walking group? or something else?

Want to start a walking group? or something else?

Post about it to your neighbours and get it started!

2703 days ago

Know your neighbours

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Neighbours' Day Aotearoa is happening on 25 & 26 March. It's a great chance to involve your neighbours in your emergency plan - work out who can help you and who might need your help. www.happens.nz...
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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2704 days ago

Children's Day at Expressions Whirinaki

It's Children's Day this Sunday 5 March, and we sure do love children here at Expressions Whirinaki! We have free craft activities happening 10am - 1pm and at 2pm you can join in with Sunday Strum, a strum-along ukulele session.

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2704 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

The Team from Jennian Homes Wellington

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

2705 days ago

Homegrown - Keep Safe Messages from Police

Prevention Team from Wellington District Police

Enjoy yourselves but stay safe. That’s the message from Wellington Police as the city prepares to welcome thousands of music lovers for the Homegrown festival this weekend.

“Homegrown is a big event for the capital. We want to keep the city safe and vibrant for all those attending the event … View more
Enjoy yourselves but stay safe. That’s the message from Wellington Police as the city prepares to welcome thousands of music lovers for the Homegrown festival this weekend.

“Homegrown is a big event for the capital. We want to keep the city safe and vibrant for all those attending the event as well as those who are simply enjoying the city,” says Wellington’s acting Prevention Manager Inspector Clint Walker.

“If you’re going to be drinking, know your limits. Take care of yourself and look out for your mates. This includes planning for a long day, staying hydrated and eating during the day/night.

“Gross intoxication can and does ruin a lot of good nights – the event is a great thing for music and Wellington, don’t ruin your experience by drinking excessively and missing the Kiwi artists on the line-up.”

Festival-goers are also reminded of Wellington’s 24/7 public liquor ban in the city centre.

It is an offence to drink and possess alcohol in the defined public place liquor-free zone. This includes drinking alcohol in vehicles that may be parked in the liquor-free zone.

“The rules of the ban still apply this weekend and we will be actively enforcing them,” says Inspector Walker.

“Don’t be surprised to be issued an alcohol infringement notice for breaching the liquor ban if you decide to consume alcohol outside of the designated sites or bars in the city.”

Wellington’s liquor-free zone includes Wellington Central area, Oriental Bay, Mount Victoria lookout, Aro Valley, Central Park, Mount Cook and Newtown.

More details can be found on Wellington City Council’s website.(one way to key in the ‘check yourself’ campaign

2705 days ago

Can you help Pedal for Plunket?

The Warehouse

We're jumping on our bikes to cycle the length of the country! Help us raise more than $300,000 for Plunket New Zealand. Follow the journey and donate at www.pedalforplunket.org.nz #Pedal4Plunket Watch the video

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2705 days ago

Capital E’s National Arts Festival returns!

Capital E

Expect the unexpected at the Capital E National Arts Festival 2017! This quirky festival is New Zealand’s biggest arts festival for children and features incredibly versatile artists that specialise in fun, colliding and energising art forms. Dance blends with live music and interactive … View moreExpect the unexpected at the Capital E National Arts Festival 2017! This quirky festival is New Zealand’s biggest arts festival for children and features incredibly versatile artists that specialise in fun, colliding and energising art forms. Dance blends with live music and interactive storytelling; theatre becomes participatory and brass bands perform opera.

Get inspired with your whanau as you watch artists from all over the world and New Zealand perform truly surprising encounters. The Capital E National Arts Festival kicks off from 13 – 25 March. Book your tickets now!
Book now

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2705 days ago

Perfect Gift Idea

Paige from Elderslea

Stuck trying to think of a meaningful gift idea? Well.. check out these personalised prints :) You let me know the colour scheme you choose, the shape and the words and I put it all together for you.

For an email version (JPEG) of the print = $20
For a 30x30cm canvas, delivered to you through … View more
Stuck trying to think of a meaningful gift idea? Well.. check out these personalised prints :) You let me know the colour scheme you choose, the shape and the words and I put it all together for you.

For an email version (JPEG) of the print = $20
For a 30x30cm canvas, delivered to you through courier = $55

I also send through a draft to make sure you are happy with the final version before printing.

Great gift idea for partners, children, family & friends!

Please flick me a message if you are interested or have any questions!

Thanks,

Paige xx

2706 days ago

This isn't your average day job: take a look at Tina Powell's role at Expressions! What's the best way to get kids engaged with artworks?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Not many people get to mix fine art and finger painting, but one Upper Hutt woman is paid to do so.  Tina Powell runs the education programme at Expressions and has been doing so for the last six months. She comes from a background in early childhood teaching but said arts has always been a … View moreNot many people get to mix fine art and finger painting, but one Upper Hutt woman is paid to do so.  Tina Powell runs the education programme at Expressions and has been doing so for the last six months. She comes from a background in early childhood teaching but said arts has always been a passion...

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2706 days ago

Healing Pools Exhibition

The gallery has glowing pools of light! USA digital artist Brian Kneps' Healing Pools has opened at Expressions Whirinaki and is ready for you to walk, roll or dance across it. The organic patterns on the floor will respond as you do, but never in the same way...
Open every day from 9am till … View more
The gallery has glowing pools of light! USA digital artist Brian Kneps' Healing Pools has opened at Expressions Whirinaki and is ready for you to walk, roll or dance across it. The organic patterns on the floor will respond as you do, but never in the same way...
Open every day from 9am till 4pm until 30 April.

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2713 days ago

Upper Hutt Summer Carnival

Karen de Wit from Upper Hutt Dog Training Club

This Saturday, 25th of February from 10am to 4pm, Upper Hutt Dog Training School will be attending the Upper Hutt Summer Carnival! We will be performing demonstrations of various things we offer including agility, rallyo, and possibly some flyagility. Feel free to come and take a look, all are … View moreThis Saturday, 25th of February from 10am to 4pm, Upper Hutt Dog Training School will be attending the Upper Hutt Summer Carnival! We will be performing demonstrations of various things we offer including agility, rallyo, and possibly some flyagility. Feel free to come and take a look, all are welcome.

2708 days ago

Do you want to see a change to Daylight Savings? Vote now!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Share your thoughts on whether you love or loathe this idea and make sure you vote in our Daylight Savings poll too.

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2709 days ago

Want something yummy for your lunch box?

SuperValue New Zealand

Try out these delicious high-energy Granola Bars! They're perfect as a snack, popping into lunch boxes or as a quick brekkie on the go. What's even better about this recipe is there is a dairy and gluten-free alternative! Check out the recipe now. See the recipe

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2709 days ago

Last chance to swap your food cans!

Resene

Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other … View more
Bring in any food cans to your local Resene owned ColorShop this weekend and we'll swap your food can for a Resene testpot!*

Add a splash of colour not only to your life but to that of a disadvantaged Kiwi; all food cans will be donated to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks, while you save up to $5.50 on each testpot purchase.

Don't miss out - there is nothing to lose with Hunger for Colour! but you've only got until tomorrow!

*60-80ml testpot
Learn more

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2710 days ago

Poll: Do you want more daylight hours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than … View moreIt's hard to believe there's just five weeks (2 April) until daylight savings ends and our clocks go back. So we want to know. Would you like more daylight in the evenings? Are you happy returning from work in the dark? Do you like the idea of clocks going back early May - rather than early April? Vote below - and then click here to discuss the idea with your neighbours!

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Do you want more daylight hours?
  • 62.9% Yes - I want more daylight! Summer is too short.
    62.9% Complete
  • 19.4% I'm not too bothered / I'm happy with the way things are
    19.4% Complete
  • 17.8% Absolutely not. It's too dark in the mornings already
    17.8% Complete
6257 votes
2710 days ago

Freezell 4 your Community nominations open now!

Haier & Cooking 4 Change

We are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and… View moreWe are excited to be collaborating with iconic artist Dick Frizzell and Cooking 4 Change to find New Zealand’s most deserving charities and community groups! Nominate your most deserving local community group or charity to be in with a chance to win 1 of 3 ‘Freezzell’ fridges, artworked and personalised by Dick Frizzell. Nominate now

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