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1161 days ago

Should We Be As Free As Perth

Michael from Trentham

ABs V Australia in Perth Sunday Sept 5. Crowd at stadium over 60,000.
WA Covid affected 1086, died 9. Population 2.7 million.
NZ Covid affected approx 4000, died 27. Population 5.0 million.
Question: should NZ be as unrestricted as Western Australia. We are in lockdown, WA is not. WA is virtually… View more
ABs V Australia in Perth Sunday Sept 5. Crowd at stadium over 60,000.
WA Covid affected 1086, died 9. Population 2.7 million.
NZ Covid affected approx 4000, died 27. Population 5.0 million.
Question: should NZ be as unrestricted as Western Australia. We are in lockdown, WA is not. WA is virtually fully open for business and with full capacity.

1163 days ago

Are There Real Bad People In Our Neighbourhood

Michael from Trentham

So a person whom the police were watching and trailing every move he made outside of his home or his place of residence for five years at our cost, was still able to cause terror and inflict terrible injury.
We are asked to report on people whom we suspect as breaking the law or likely to break … View more
So a person whom the police were watching and trailing every move he made outside of his home or his place of residence for five years at our cost, was still able to cause terror and inflict terrible injury.
We are asked to report on people whom we suspect as breaking the law or likely to break the law yet quite often nothing comes of it even if it reaches into the serious realm.
Something is wrong with the Emperor and the Empire and its been laid bare.
He was known to the PM. Did she open her To Do file every other day and his name appeared near the top?

It's perverse, but could he not have been given a free passage to Australia years ago. Not that there is a city in Australia better than Dunedin.

1163 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend: Korimako

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This week we feature a korimako from Rosa Marie.

"I discovered a bellbird/korimako or two as I went on my daily walk. One of them was happy to make lots of noise as I snapped away at it!
Tūī were out in full force, as they fed on the blossoms!
Kereru, as usual, were everywhere including in… View more
This week we feature a korimako from Rosa Marie.

"I discovered a bellbird/korimako or two as I went on my daily walk. One of them was happy to make lots of noise as I snapped away at it!
Tūī were out in full force, as they fed on the blossoms!
Kereru, as usual, were everywhere including in a wheelbarrow!
The sparrows were caught having a good old dust bath.
Mr Duck was out by himself and full of chatter as I walked by him.
Although it was still very cold, it was nice to feel the rays of the sun on me!

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1165 days ago

Feathered Friday Friend

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This lovely tūī pic taken by Andrew Gorrie in his garden (taken before lockdown) is too good to ignore. Have you been seeing more birds in your garden?

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1163 days ago

Maggie the Mannequin

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Maggie the Mannequin has proved a big hit over lockdown. She is to be found on the Western Hills in Lower Hutt.
Have you got an any lockdown street art in your area?

1165 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

This should not be too hard. What are your memories of where this photo was taken?

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1162 days ago

Lockdown Birthday?

Raewyn Richardson from Lagans Pharmacy - Wellness Clinic - Mobility Hub

Lagans Pharmacy has a gorgeous array of gifts available. With a mask you can enter in at level 3 to select for yourself.

1163 days ago

Animals on Petone beach as locals battle lockdown boredom

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Bison, orca and mammoths can all be found on Petone Beach, as locals unleash their pent-up creativity during lockdown.
It is also happening in another Lower Hutt suburb, Eastbourne.
Is there any public art appearing in your community during lockdown?
If you have some photos please post them.

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1163 days ago

Is a small business near you delivering?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting … View more
Our friends at Stuff are collating an incredible directory of small businesses delivering during lockdown in every region across New Zealand. Check out the best in baked goods, meal companies, drinks of every sort, groceries and sweet treats delivering right to your neighbourhood.

Supporting local is easy with Support Local, Aotearoa. Have a browse or show your support by submitting a shoutout to a business near you now. They'll thank you for it.

Thanks for supporting local.
Browse the directory

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1163 days ago

Upcycled chandelier

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Up your potted plants game with this easy recycling project finished in Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1165 days ago

Would you sell your house in lockdown?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Unlike the lockdown in 2020, it appears that houses are still selling and the property market is still active.
Would you buy or sell your house in the current climate?

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1164 days ago

We Say/You Say: Lockdown low-down

Reporter Upper Hutt Leader

Kia ora Upper Hutt,

What has been some good news in your neighbourhood that's happened during the lockdown?

Kia ora neighbours, we're getting a lot of stories about Covid-19 saturating our newsfeed and the media as of late and we're keen on helping put a damper on that. … View more
Kia ora Upper Hutt,

What has been some good news in your neighbourhood that's happened during the lockdown?

Kia ora neighbours, we're getting a lot of stories about Covid-19 saturating our newsfeed and the media as of late and we're keen on helping put a damper on that. We'd love for you to tell us some of the more light-hearted stories that you think deserve a shoutout.

Maybe it's a community hero that's been helping out those that are self-isolating, something you discovered while out exercising in your bubble, or something you're doing to help pass the time.

Let us know in the comments below and don't forget to type NFP if you don't want your comment featured in the Upper Hutt Leader.

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1164 days ago

Support the Compassion Soup Kitchen’s Appeal

Compassion Soup Kitchen

For the last 120 years, the Compassion Soup Kitchen has served hot meals to people doing it tough with no questions asked. Because of the generosity of Wellingtonians like you, no one has ever been turned away due to a lack of food.

Today, our meal service is needed more than ever! We hit record… View more
For the last 120 years, the Compassion Soup Kitchen has served hot meals to people doing it tough with no questions asked. Because of the generosity of Wellingtonians like you, no one has ever been turned away due to a lack of food.

Today, our meal service is needed more than ever! We hit record numbers during Level 4 Lockdown serving 230 meals a day, 7 days a week. Can you help us continue to feed those that need it most?

Donate to our annual appeal today and provide a nutritious meal for people living on the margins.

Donate now via soupkitchen.org.nz/donate/donate-money.
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1165 days ago

Come and talk to us!

Upper Hutt City Council

If you haven’t had a chance to share your thoughts on our draft proposals for Plan Change 50, there’s still time! The closing date has been extended and our Planners are available to speak with you while we’re in lockdown.

Go to letskorero.upperhuttcity.com/pc50 for all the details or … View more
If you haven’t had a chance to share your thoughts on our draft proposals for Plan Change 50, there’s still time! The closing date has been extended and our Planners are available to speak with you while we’re in lockdown.

Go to letskorero.upperhuttcity.com/pc50 for all the details or email pc50@uhcc.govt.nz to arrange a time to speak with a member of the Planning team.
Find out more

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1167 days ago

What takeaways are you looking forward to under Level Three?

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

All going well, we should soon be able to get takeaways delivered.
What are you looking forward to fish and chips, pizza or maybe something from your favourite Indian or Chinese takeaway?
Tell us what you have been missing most?
If you are a takeaway or a restaurant how are you going to operate … View more
All going well, we should soon be able to get takeaways delivered.
What are you looking forward to fish and chips, pizza or maybe something from your favourite Indian or Chinese takeaway?
Tell us what you have been missing most?
If you are a takeaway or a restaurant how are you going to operate under Level Three?
If you do not what want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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