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1787 days ago

Report anything or find advice online...

New Zealand Police

...and get back to summer.

This summer you can report anything or find advice online and it’s quick and easy to do.

Simply go to 105.police.govt.nz and get back to the barbeque.
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1788 days ago

DIXON ST UPDATE 11AM

The Team from Wellington Water

Following emergency works at Dixon Street yesterday, crews have worked through the night on options to divert wastewater around the blocked areas. More work is required, and to help with this there are currently two major local road closures in the CBD.

• Willis St is CLOSED between Vivian St … View more
Following emergency works at Dixon Street yesterday, crews have worked through the night on options to divert wastewater around the blocked areas. More work is required, and to help with this there are currently two major local road closures in the CBD.

• Willis St is CLOSED between Vivian St and Manners St
• Ghuznee St remains CLOSED between The Terrace and Victoria St

Please expect significant delays through the CBD, particularly on Vivian St. SH1 traffic should use Cambridge Tce, Wakefield St, Jervois Quay, Waterloo Quay and Aotea Quay as alternative routes during this time.

We are working with local businesses and residents who have been incredibly accommodating, and thank them for their patience and support as we work to repair the pipe.

Wastewater is still overflowing into the harbour, and the rāhui is still in place (see map). Please continue to stay out of the water, and do not go fishing or collect seafood.

We also thank residents and businesses in the affected area for doing everything they can to reduce their water use.

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1789 days ago

CHRISTMAS TREE

Carol from Brown Owl

Hi, we had to be away during the week and have left it late to buy a tree - anyone know of any for sale locally? Thanks! Carol.

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1788 days ago

500 card group

Lesley from Trentham

Hi Everybody
Just a reminder the casual 500 card group is on again this Sunday, 22 December 1pm to 4pm at Upper Hutt library-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.
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Hi Everybody
Just a reminder the casual 500 card group is on again this Sunday, 22 December 1pm to 4pm at Upper Hutt library-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

1789 days ago

Wellington birds cruely decorated with Christmas tinsel

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

The decorations make it hard for them to fly, eat and drink. The problem was first reported in 2017 and happens around the Christmas and New Year period.
The SPCA is seeking to speak with anyone who might have information.
* If you don't want your comments used in an article, just add NFP at … View more
The decorations make it hard for them to fly, eat and drink. The problem was first reported in 2017 and happens around the Christmas and New Year period.
The SPCA is seeking to speak with anyone who might have information.
* If you don't want your comments used in an article, just add NFP at the end of your post

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1789 days ago

Taranaki Whānui place rāhui on Wellington Harbour

The Team from Wellington Water

Taranaki Whānui have placed a rāhui on swimming in the harbour this afternoon following a major wastewater discharge into the Wellington Harbour.

The discharge is the result of a collapse in a tunnel that is part of the wastewater network in the CBD area. The wastewater is entering the harbour … View more
Taranaki Whānui have placed a rāhui on swimming in the harbour this afternoon following a major wastewater discharge into the Wellington Harbour.

The discharge is the result of a collapse in a tunnel that is part of the wastewater network in the CBD area. The wastewater is entering the harbour near the dive platform, and Whairepo lagoon near Te Papa.

Wellington Water has mobilised all our temporary systems to contain the wastewater but they will not be enough. Regrettably wastewater will enter the harbour at Frank Kitts Park/Taranaki Dive Platform by our emergency overflow point.

At this stage it is unknown how long this will last for, or the volumes of wastewater that will be discharged. We are working to try to divert the flows through other parts of the network.

We have staff currently out working with residents and businesses to advise how they can help by conserving water to reduce wastewater flows.

We are working with stakeholders and will be providing regular updates to ensure that they are able to keep the public informed.

1789 days ago

Free melamine sheet and MDF board

Caroline from Trentham

I have a 8x4 sheet of white melamine faced chipboard and a 8x4 sheet of MDF board ideal for shelving. I had some cabinetry delivered today and this was used to protect.
These sheets are outside on my front porch and I'm worried in case it rains again so if you interested in these sheets … View more
I have a 8x4 sheet of white melamine faced chipboard and a 8x4 sheet of MDF board ideal for shelving. I had some cabinetry delivered today and this was used to protect.
These sheets are outside on my front porch and I'm worried in case it rains again so if you interested in these sheets please pm to pick up asap.
Please note some of the corners are chipped but otherwise good for shelving and best of all are Free!
Merry Christmas from Caroline

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1789 days ago

DIXON ST UPDATE 1.04pm

The Team from Wellington Water

Ghuznee St is now also closed between Willis and Victoria Streets so our contractors can pump. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.

At 2pm Taranaki Whānui will be placing a rāhui at the discharge. We would like to invite all members of the public to attend this process at Whairepo … View more
Ghuznee St is now also closed between Willis and Victoria Streets so our contractors can pump. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.

At 2pm Taranaki Whānui will be placing a rāhui at the discharge. We would like to invite all members of the public to attend this process at Whairepo Lagoon/Frank Kitts Park.

1789 days ago

DIXON ST UPDATE 11.30AM

The Team from Wellington Water

We anticipate the wastewater overflow will continue over the next few days. We continue to urge the public to stay out of the harbour, avoiding any splash zones near the waterfront. This includes no fishing or collecting shellfish. Signs are in place along the waterfront.
At 2pm today, Taranaki … View more
We anticipate the wastewater overflow will continue over the next few days. We continue to urge the public to stay out of the harbour, avoiding any splash zones near the waterfront. This includes no fishing or collecting shellfish. Signs are in place along the waterfront.
At 2pm today, Taranaki Whānui will be placing a rāhui at the discharge. We would like to invite all members of the public to attend this process at Whairepo Lagoon/Frank Kitts Park.
Residents and businesses in the CBD are advised to reduce water use to avoid water entering the wastewater network.

Crews at the Dixon Street site are continuing to investigate and unblock the wastewater tunnel. At this stage Dixon Street is the only road closed.

1789 days ago

DIXON ST UPDATE 9.55AM

The Team from Wellington Water

The site has been made safe, and we are investigating the blockage.

We can confirm that we are overflowing into the harbour at Whairepo Lagoon, and the Taranaki dive platform is also expected to overflow soon.

We are urging people to stay out of the harbour between the Port and Point Jerningham.

1789 days ago

Still looking for a last-minute Christmas gift?

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Indulge and spoil yourself, mum, sister or nana and step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s much-loved magazines. Limited tickets are available to all locations. So get your planning party together, choose your favourite location and make a weekend of it.

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1789 days ago

Be in to win with The Editors’ Escape!

The Editors' Escape

If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this … View more
If you’re an avid reader of NZ House & Garden and NZ Gardener, you’ll love The Editors’ Escape! Join editors Naomi Larkin and Jo McCarroll on an unforgettable journey to the stunning Hawke’s Bay, experiencing the best of travel, tour and taste.

Unlike any other travel package, this escorted tour gives you the opportunity to get to know the editors behind your much-loved magazines, hearing first hand about the upcoming season trends, interiors, and gardening tips.

Be in to win with The Editors' Escape! Our friends at NZ House & Garden are giving away tickets to their popular House Tours this season. Tell us your favourite New Zealand destination where you'd like to escape with us via this link and be in to win one of five double passes to a House Tour of your choice.

Visit www.editorsescape.co.nz... for more information and to secure your spot today.

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1789 days ago

Meri Kirihimete + Happy New Year Neighbourhood Supporters! 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.

Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.

Wishing you all a safe and joyous … View more
Thank you for all of your mahi and support over the past year - we couldn't have done it without you.

Please note our National Office will be closed from today (Friday 20 December) at 11am with the first of staff set to return Monday 13 January at 9am.

Wishing you all a safe and joyous holiday season ahead! Looking forward to creating even more safe, resilient and connected communities with all of you in 2020.

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