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WHATEVER YOUR OPINION – WHATEVER YOUR CONCERNS – WHATEVER YOUR ISSUES – EXERCISE YOUR DEMOCARACTIC RIGHTS AND VOTE – IF YOU DON'T TELL THEM WHAT YOU WANT, THEY DO WHATEVER THEY WANT!!
THE CANDIDATES
What caught my eye when reading all the candidates profiles were the ones that said … View moreWHATEVER YOUR OPINION – WHATEVER YOUR CONCERNS – WHATEVER YOUR ISSUES – EXERCISE YOUR DEMOCARACTIC RIGHTS AND VOTE – IF YOU DON'T TELL THEM WHAT YOU WANT, THEY DO WHATEVER THEY WANT!!
THE CANDIDATES
What caught my eye when reading all the candidates profiles were the ones that said they would:
Involve youth
involve the community
give community a voice
community focus
collaborate with community
fresh ideas and fresh thinking
be connected to a multicultural community
safe community in which to grow our children
climate change issues to be addressed
fresh water usage and preservation to be addressed
the planting of fruiting trees
recycling
reviewing the Library
mental health facilities
social housing
These were the words that spoke to me, that tell me that to some candidates, people matter, that our concerns are valid, and that wide community engagement is still seen by some as an essential in a vibrant democaracy. My hope is they come true. My greatest fear is same old, same old.
It is possible to balance regional issues, infrastructural issues, financial issues, with people issues, to listen to those of us who live here, pay our rates here and have to live with the consequences of decisions made without proper community involvement or consensus.
COUNCILLORS - Chris Carson – Blair Griffith – Paul Lambert – Glenn MacArthur – Dave Wheeler – along with the for now Mayor and a few of the new aspirant candidates.
All of them have very narrow field of focus - all about number crunching, growing the ratepayer base (more sub divisions) but not growing the infrastructural services needed to accommodate that level of populaton growth, inappropriate badly thougght out cost cutting and non involvement with ratepayers or citizens who elect them and who they are supposed to serve.
We need a better balance of Governance vs Operational going forward and not grow Upper Hutt in a way that punishes those of us that already live here, many of whose families have lived here for generations and laid the foundations of out city, whose hearts are here as well as our homes.
We want to say a huge thank you to the incredible OneSight team who have recently spent time at five Salvation Army centres around the country providing free eye tests and glasses to Kiwis who are unable to afford them.
624 people were seen over five days with nearly 70% needing glasses. … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to the incredible OneSight team who have recently spent time at five Salvation Army centres around the country providing free eye tests and glasses to Kiwis who are unable to afford them.
624 people were seen over five days with nearly 70% needing glasses. Amazingly, 150 people attending the clinics were are able to leave with their new glasses which were manufactured on site!
OneSight Programme Manager for Australia/New Zealand Jenny Harnett says it was an honour to partner with The Salvation Army to deliver these clinics to communities in need. “We believe that glasses unlock potential, providing opportunities for students to learn, for people to work and earn a living, to drive, to read, and to support their families."
Thanks again OneSight!
Are you ready for next week's ShakeOut?
Make sure you get your water storage sorted and put together a plan for the safe disposal of your ones and twos before 1.30pm, 17 October.
Getting ready for summer 3.6 x 2.5 m light grey retractable awning perfect for covering BBQ area. Just needs to be bolted to a wall and hey presto. A little surface rust but in good working order
$200.00 ono
Cot, Mattress and all Linen MUST GO.
Cot is a BabyCo cot
2x Flanelette Sheets - Farmers
2x Summer Sheets - Baby Factory
2x Sheepskins - Farmers
1x Matteress Protector - Farmers… View more$200.00 ono
Cot, Mattress and all Linen MUST GO.
Cot is a BabyCo cot
2x Flanelette Sheets - Farmers
2x Summer Sheets - Baby Factory
2x Sheepskins - Farmers
1x Matteress Protector - Farmers
1x Bumper Set - Baby Factory
1x Matteress - Farmers
This ALL MUST GO. I will not sell anything seperately. The side of cot does not slide up an down but we fixed it with screws. All sheet etc washed with Eco Store products. Also comes from a non smokers house. All these things are about 2 years old. Might be able to deliver depending on where, otherwise pick up only. NO TIME WASTERS, thank you in advance. LISTED ELSEWHERE
Your cat will love this easy-to make contemporary cat tree. Paint in Resene testpots to complement your décor or accent it.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
This boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing … View moreThis boutique hotel offers a new owner the opportunity to combine a healthy and diverse lifestyle with an interesting and profitable business which naturally scales down during winter, allowing for a holiday.
Each of the five beautifully appointed suites has been subtly themed, providing individual charm as well as comfort. In the heart of the lodge is a spacious, recently renovated farmhouse kitchen enjoying garden and orchard views. A large woodburner with wetback heats the water for a series of radiators around the house, ensuring year-round warmth.
Organically managed, the four-hectare property provides the ability to live from the land with honey, fruit trees, berry patches, vegetable gardens, olives and grazing for sheep, cattle and horses. The small Chardonnay vineyard with a careful selection of clones produces a succulent house wine thoroughly enjoyed by guests from all around the world.
A range of useful ancillary sheds and buildings offers space for projects, hobbies, storage and accommodation for staff. Other facilities on the property include a petanque court, croquet lawn and small gymnasium overlooking the swimming pool.
This extraordinarily diverse and unique lifestyle is ideally located on State Highway One, less than a five-minute drive from central Blenheim and 15 minutes from numerous winery cellar doors, restaurants and the airport.
Offers from $2,500,000 plus GST (if any)
An explosion that rocked an Upper Hutt motel complex and put one person in hospital was caused by so…
Looking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga … View moreLooking for an outdoor activity to do with your family and friends? The Tuia Mātauranga GeoTour is a digital treasure hunt in local areas around Aotearoa NZ.
It’s on now, and if you’re keen on collectibles, there are badges and a limited edition GeoTour coin up for grabs. #TuiaMātauranga #Tuia250
Get the family out in the sunshine this Labour Weekend and enjoy a day at the races!
Loads of FREE kids activities.
Bring your picnic and pitch up on the lawn or treat yourself to a hospitality option.
Adults start at $10 and kids FREE.
For more info and buy tickets … View moreGet the family out in the sunshine this Labour Weekend and enjoy a day at the races!
Loads of FREE kids activities.
Bring your picnic and pitch up on the lawn or treat yourself to a hospitality option.
Adults start at $10 and kids FREE.
For more info and buy tickets wellingtonracing.co.nz
Can’t wait to see you there,
The Team at Wellington Racing Club
Hello Neighbors,
Does any one know where can I drop used engine oil in Upper Hutt??
Or if anyone going to dumping pit can someone please help me to get rid of used engine oil??
Thank you.
Hey all,
Currently free for house and pet sitting between now and the end of november.
Please enquire via message if interested :) alternatively flick me a text on 0226524010
Ladies - Dance Party HQ every Wednesday. Come and join us and strut your stuff. It's dark and no one is watching - we're all in our own little world. King Lion Hall, King St Upper Hutt. 6.30 - 7.30pm. Only $5. This weeks playlist below.
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View moreThe National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.
Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?
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