Totara Park, Upper Hutt

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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1546 days ago

Maidstone Park's new $2m turf torn up by hoons

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

The Upper Hutt City Council is looking for answers after the new $2m sports turf at Maidstone park was vandalised over the weekend.

Police say they received a report that the grounds had been damaged sometime between Friday night and Sunday morning.

Images of the park show wheel marks from a … View more
The Upper Hutt City Council is looking for answers after the new $2m sports turf at Maidstone park was vandalised over the weekend.

Police say they received a report that the grounds had been damaged sometime between Friday night and Sunday morning.

Images of the park show wheel marks from a vehicle criss-crossing a significant portion of the new sand -based turf.

Mayor Wayne Guppy says the turf had only been in used for the last six weeks following an 18 month upgrade which was part of the first stage of the Maidstone Park Sports Hub project. Funding for the second stage of the development has been fast-tracked by a $12m injection from the central government's shovel ready funding which will allow for the building of new clubrooms and other infrastructure at the site.

"Someone knows what happened out there. People who do this sort of thing can't help but boast about it, so we are asking anyone who knows anything about it to come forward."

A police spokeswoman said the incident was awaiting to be signed to an investigating officer.

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1543 days ago

Poll: Would $20 off your meal at a restaurant encourage you to eat out more often?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Hospitality outlets want the Government to spend $27 million on meal discounts to prevent widespread closures and job losses.

The Restaurant Association has launched a petition calling for subsidies of up to $20 per person for meals served at restaurants, cafes and bars.

www.stuff.co.nz...

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Would $20 off your meal at a restaurant encourage you to eat out more often?
  • 17.8% No - money's still too tight in the Covid emergency
    17.8% Complete
  • 14.7% No - it's not worth the risk of exposure
    14.7% Complete
  • 67.6% Yes - we need to support local businesses
    67.6% Complete
580 votes
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1542 days ago

500 card group

Lesley from Trentham

The library has cancelled all programmes while we are at level 2 so that means our scheduled 500 games for tomorrow (23rd August) are off. Hopefully we can resume on 13th September. See you then

1543 days ago

Orca update: Check out this snap of the pod by the Boat Cafe on Oriental Bay

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

This pic was taken by Lisa Adamson this morning. The pod looks like it has since moved across the harbour to Petone.

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1543 days ago

1 Week to Nominate

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and … View more
Hey neighbours,

One week to go! That's 168 hours left to nominate a Local Hero of Wellington.

We know they're out there - organising events, coaching sport, volunteering for a greater cause, selflessly working towards the greater good of your community.

Celebrate their impact and nominate them before Sunday 30 August.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1543 days ago

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Upper Hutt

Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own

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1543 days ago

Westpac Warm Up double glazing deals

RetroFit Double Glazing - Wellington

For those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If … View moreFor those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If you're not with Westapc, talk to your banks there’s some pretty competitive rates at the moment.

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1543 days ago

Paint it yellow with Resene for Daffodil Day!

Resene

Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.

Shop online or call or visit your Resene ColorShop.
Find your ColorShop

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1543 days ago

Gazley Mitsubishi Free 4x4 Upgrade

The Team from Gazley

The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a … View more
The Outlander is the 7 Seat SUV you’d design for your family, with the ability to carry everyone and everything easily and safely. While offering a smooth drive and luxury feel for the moments you manage to leave it all behind.

Now to help you get out and explore our beautiful country get a Free 4x4 upgrade saving you $2,500 only from Gazley Mitsubishi.
Find out more

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1543 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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1545 days ago

What's your pick for the region's most beautiful town or city?

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

The Wellington region has been overlooked in the stakes for the country's most beautiful centres.

Last year Lower Hutt flew the flag for the region but this year it is Waiheke Island, Arrowtown, Cambridge, Hastings, Hamilton and Whanganui on the shortlist.

Seeing as we've been left out… View more
The Wellington region has been overlooked in the stakes for the country's most beautiful centres.

Last year Lower Hutt flew the flag for the region but this year it is Waiheke Island, Arrowtown, Cambridge, Hastings, Hamilton and Whanganui on the shortlist.

Seeing as we've been left out in in the cold, tell us what you think the region's handsomest spot is.

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1544 days ago

It Takes Dedication To Get Perfect Buns

McDonald's

Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View more
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
Find out more

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1545 days ago

Show us your homemade masks!

Matt Tso Reporter from Community News

Kiwis have turned to making their own face masks at home after last week’s reintroduction of Covid-19 alert levels caught many on the hop.

We'd love to see your home made masks - you can post picture of them by clicking on the paperclip icon in the comments box.

Extra points for funky … View more
Kiwis have turned to making their own face masks at home after last week’s reintroduction of Covid-19 alert levels caught many on the hop.

We'd love to see your home made masks - you can post picture of them by clicking on the paperclip icon in the comments box.

Extra points for funky patterns and clever fastening systems!

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