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Virtual reality technology has allowed residents to see the world from their armchairs.
A group of residents in Bupa Hugh Green Care Home were amazed by an immersive experience recently, donning headsets for a virtual reality tour of Egypt, India, Italy and Croatia.
The virtual travel tour is in … View moreVirtual reality technology has allowed residents to see the world from their armchairs.
A group of residents in Bupa Hugh Green Care Home were amazed by an immersive experience recently, donning headsets for a virtual reality tour of Egypt, India, Italy and Croatia.
The virtual travel tour is in HD, 4K and is part of a technology trial for the care home. The care home activity team talking the residents through the accompanying narrative.
The technology is from SilVR, specialising in education using virtual reality through 360º photos, sound and videos. The headset can provide a vast library selection of locations and interests to choose from.
Residents were guided through Cairo’s Great Sphinx of Giza, the Hawa Mahal Jaiur in India, and the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
General Manager, Ian Dunthorne says the technology initiative has become popular worldwide with care homes due to lockdowns restricting travel.
“Our residents, with and without cognitive impairment, have found this to be an amazing journey. Reminiscing of their own past travel trips can trigger conversation during and after the VR as a shared experience or on their own.”
After the session, specialty cups of tea were shared from countries the residents had visited. This capped off their virtual reality travel trip from the comfort of their care home lounge.
This weeks SPCA pet is Jed.
"WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
My ideal home would have a big garden for me to explore and potter around while supervised. I would suit a family that has had dogs before as I am a big boy with a bit of strength. I would love to go for walks with my new family and … View moreThis weeks SPCA pet is Jed.
"WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME
My ideal home would have a big garden for me to explore and potter around while supervised. I would suit a family that has had dogs before as I am a big boy with a bit of strength. I would love to go for walks with my new family and check out this wonderful country we live in. When I have nothing to do I have shown the ability to escape out of medium to high fencing so I need a plan to be contained during the day that doesn't involve being tied or tethered. Going to work with my new human companion would be great for me. I am not suited to a home with/next to cats and other small animals or livestock. If you are looking for a bigger dog that is pretty laid back then make an appointment to come and meet me."
Upper Hutt is getting its own parkrun event this Saturday. The Trentham Memorial parkrun begins on
Saturday 30 th of January 2021 at 8am. Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to people of all abilities and are safe and easy to take part.
The parkruns are … View moreUpper Hutt is getting its own parkrun event this Saturday. The Trentham Memorial parkrun begins on
Saturday 30 th of January 2021 at 8am. Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to people of all abilities and are safe and easy to take part.
The parkruns are every Saturday morning at 8am and start from the Holdsworth Street side of Trentham Memorial park, with carparking is accessible from Brentwood street.
It is being organised by local resident Allan Hartley.
You need to register online at parkrun.co.nz/trenthammemorial
It will be a return to home for Cory Jane.
The former All Black, who is a life member of the Upper Hutt Rams, is on the coaching staff for the Hurricanes.
Maidstone Park will host the Hurricanes pre-season clash against the Blues and the Chiefs on February 13, and Jane is looking forward to … View moreIt will be a return to home for Cory Jane.
The former All Black, who is a life member of the Upper Hutt Rams, is on the coaching staff for the Hurricanes.
Maidstone Park will host the Hurricanes pre-season clash against the Blues and the Chiefs on February 13, and Jane is looking forward to catching up with his old rugby mates.
"We're rugby mad in Upper Hutt, which is one of the many reasons I love it here so much," says Jane.
Do you like helping people?
Do you like doing research?
Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives?
Upper Hutt Citizens Advice Bureau is looking for more Volunteers.
If you are someone who can:
… View moreDo you like helping people?
Do you like doing research?
Do you want to make a difference in people’s lives?
Upper Hutt Citizens Advice Bureau is looking for more Volunteers.
If you are someone who can:
• relate to a diverse range of people
• be an effective listener
• has good oral and written skills
• maintain confidentiality
• computer literate
• work as part of a team
• have some free time during the week
Then we would love to hear from you.
Please call in to 2 Sinclair St or telephone 5280177 to register your interest. www.cab.org.nz...
Lost keys. Took dogs for walk today Sat 23/1 on both fields at Upper Hutt College and Fergusson Intermediate school and have lost a set of 4 keys. 1 car key, 1 orange marked key, 1 yellow marked key and 1 plain key.
Please call David on 02102397868 if you find them please.
There's still time to enter The Resene Shed of the Year 2021. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.
Nicky Fairclough from Miramar is very proud of her 20 year-old cockatiel who can talk. This time I have attached the photo. Apologies to Nicky, I hope you all enjoy seeing Baxter.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what … View moreNicky Fairclough from Miramar is very proud of her 20 year-old cockatiel who can talk. This time I have attached the photo. Apologies to Nicky, I hope you all enjoy seeing Baxter.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.
Come on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.
As new highly transmissible Covid-19 strains send countries into second and third lockdowns, Stuff is forging ahead with its “Stop! Scanner time” campaign to remind Kiwis of the importance to keep scanning QR codes, should there … View moreCome on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.
As new highly transmissible Covid-19 strains send countries into second and third lockdowns, Stuff is forging ahead with its “Stop! Scanner time” campaign to remind Kiwis of the importance to keep scanning QR codes, should there be a community outbreak.
Everyone – every single one of us – needs to be scanning the NZ Covid Tracer app, or signing in on a sheet of paper, every single time.
Come on Neighourly folk remember to scan, every time you go out.
A woman whose car was spun around by the wind twice on the Remutaka Hill Rd said the State Highway 2 route was too dangerous and should have been closed on Tuesday.
Gusts of up to 135 kmh blasted the summit of the road connecting Upper Hutt and South Wairarapa making for a hairy crossing for many … View moreA woman whose car was spun around by the wind twice on the Remutaka Hill Rd said the State Highway 2 route was too dangerous and should have been closed on Tuesday.
Gusts of up to 135 kmh blasted the summit of the road connecting Upper Hutt and South Wairarapa making for a hairy crossing for many motorists on Tuesday.
Waka Kotahi issued a warning on Tuesday afternoon via Twitter saying it might close the road at short notice due to high winds, but it remained open.
Regional transport systems manager Mark Owen said they were monitoring conditions on the hill, but the wind did not reach their threshold of consistently reaching gust speeds of over 140 kmh over at least a period of half an hour, which would trigger a closure.
thanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. … View morethanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. Login and learn at your own pace, in your own time, or tune into the daily live Q&A sessions with industry experts! Or, get inspired by other small business owners looking to share tips on how they have successfully navigated the digital world themselves. Sign up today to become an expert in the digital tools, technologies and practices needed to secure your business a long lasting future.
PS - check out the Neighbourly session on Tuesday 22 January. Learn tips and tricks to make sure your business shines in your community.
I know spoonbills have featured before but this picture, by Louise Thomas, is just too good not to use. She took it at at Pauatahanui.
Neighjbourly folk here is a bonus Pet of the Day. Strathmore Park resident Juliana Korzo is rightly proud of Jimmy and Frankie, and the picture is just too good not to news.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you… View moreNeighjbourly folk here is a bonus Pet of the Day. Strathmore Park resident Juliana Korzo is rightly proud of Jimmy and Frankie, and the picture is just too good not to news.
If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.
Hi Everybody
Just a reminder the casual 500 card group at Upper Hutt library is on again this Sunday 24th Jan, 1pm to 4pm-come & join in for as long as you like. Suitable for people with some knowledge of the game of 500, partners not needed-just for fun and to meet other people.
Card group … View moreHi Everybody
Just a reminder the casual 500 card group at Upper Hutt library is on again this Sunday 24th Jan, 1pm to 4pm-come & join in for as long as you like. Suitable for people with some knowledge of the game of 500, partners not needed-just for fun and to meet other people.
Card group operates every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.
hope to see you there
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