Totara Park, Upper Hutt

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29 days ago

Garage Sale- Halloween Themed

Maureen from Totara Park

If you are looking to decorate your desk, your car etc for Halloween then we are having a Garage Sale for you this Saturday 12th. There will be other items like books and clothes, DVD's etc but you can't go past the hand made decorations. So be at 100 Pasadena Crescent, Totara Park. … View moreIf you are looking to decorate your desk, your car etc for Halloween then we are having a Garage Sale for you this Saturday 12th. There will be other items like books and clothes, DVD's etc but you can't go past the hand made decorations. So be at 100 Pasadena Crescent, Totara Park. Starting at 9am and finishing at 12.

30 days ago

Bush clearing Gardening tree work

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Want a fresh look in yard? Need a make over ?
Selling up! We can help
We can help - below is a section of bush being
Cleared for new fence text or call for a free quote
0272430951

31 days ago

Free Garden section quotes

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Would you like a free Garden section clean up quote ? Would you like them tidied up ?
Message me on 0272430951
Natures choice Gardening

33 days ago

WELLINGTON UNACKNOWLEDGED

Michael from Trentham

The 2024 Bunnings NPC regular season ended yesterday (Sunday) with Wellington at the head of the table. But neither TV One news last night nor Mike Hoskings breakfast show this morning on Newstalk ZB made mention of it. Interestingly, the same Auckland sports presenter was on both shows.

The … View more
The 2024 Bunnings NPC regular season ended yesterday (Sunday) with Wellington at the head of the table. But neither TV One news last night nor Mike Hoskings breakfast show this morning on Newstalk ZB made mention of it. Interestingly, the same Auckland sports presenter was on both shows.

The 2024 NPC has produced a lot of good rugby with every team in with a winning chance game by game. A high number of players signalled that they were potentially up to All Blacks/international standard including Wellington second five-centre-wing, Riley Higgins and half back Kyle Preston.

Wellington also finished top of the table in 2023 and was runner-up the year previous.

Interestingly in the Wellington-Hawkes Bay match last Saturday there were at least 8 players formerly from St Pat's Silverstream among the teams.

I hope that this year Wellington will progress to win the championship title in releasing all the skill, ability and consistency they have possessed for three years..

33 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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35 days ago

Same Again Dan

Michael from Trentham

Who else besides me has gotten annoyed well before now with TVOne weather presenter, Daniel Corbett constant use of the term: SAME THING AGAIN.

Dan uses this term at least two-three times on any evening he is doing the weather presentation. A year ago and it wasn't in his vocabulary.

Ok,… View more
Who else besides me has gotten annoyed well before now with TVOne weather presenter, Daniel Corbett constant use of the term: SAME THING AGAIN.

Dan uses this term at least two-three times on any evening he is doing the weather presentation. A year ago and it wasn't in his vocabulary.

Ok, NZ is not a huge country and therefore the weather region by region, city by city can be pretty similar. But to use the same terminology when there is either no need to or many alternatives, rankles me anyway.

His weather colleagues have never used this Corbett habitual three worded expression.

Another thing Dan does with so much more repetitiveness of late is the frimmp, woosh, voomb sounds of noise he makes to describe rain, wind, impending climatic conditions or whatever.

Come on Dan. You weren't doing or saying these things in the UK.

36 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 15.2% It's fine!
    15.2% Complete
  • 74.7% It's questionable
    74.7% Complete
  • 10.1% Other - I'll share below
    10.1% Complete
2197 votes
36 days ago

UPPER HUTT SETBACKS

Michael from Trentham

Upper Hutt has been on an upward spiral over the last several years not seen to the same extent in Wellington, Lower Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti, Horowhenu and Wairarapa.
But further progress and stretching out the bump in population has come to a stop - albeit temporary.

The bold planning of multi… View more
Upper Hutt has been on an upward spiral over the last several years not seen to the same extent in Wellington, Lower Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti, Horowhenu and Wairarapa.
But further progress and stretching out the bump in population has come to a stop - albeit temporary.

The bold planning of multi storied apartments on a part of the Trentham Racecourse site accommodating a few thousand people and ensuring the conrinuation of top level racing has been placed on hold. This comes after a glitch of the Silverstream Spur housing development which could draw in several thousand residents. The SS is also likely to evenrually go ahead but not right now.

The one thing publicly announced in the last day is the increase of prison accommodation due to start in the ever growing mini city that is Rimutaka Prison.
This Upper Hutt facility is the largest prison in NZ and harbours thousands of prisoners and over a thousand staff.

Not the kind of progress Upper Hutt really wants though there are good benefits from employment opportunities, ancillary services needed for the prison and demand for local rental properties.

43 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from … View more
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 72.4% Yes
    72.4% Complete
  • 24.3% No
    24.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
3216 votes
36 days ago

Tray chic

Resene

Repurpose an old picture frame and serve up a message of love to family or friends with Resene colours, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene FX Paint Effects Medium.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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39 days ago

HAKA HEAVEN AT TMP

Michael from Trentham

So in Auckland last Sunday evening, the Guiness world record for a mass haka was achieved with just a small crowd of around 6500 Aucklanders.

I know Wellington could easily do better.

Just get the Upper Hutt City Council to spearhead a mass haka at the massive and well groomed Trentham … View more
So in Auckland last Sunday evening, the Guiness world record for a mass haka was achieved with just a small crowd of around 6500 Aucklanders.

I know Wellington could easily do better.

Just get the Upper Hutt City Council to spearhead a mass haka at the massive and well groomed Trentham Memorial Park on a sunny afternoon and we will nail it, hopefully doubling the yet ratified world record.

The event would not only be a world record haka attempt but an occasion to showcase other attractions and allow for the presence of mobile food outlets.

The haka the All Blacks and Black Ferns perform are famous and very well regarded world wide. World tv such as CNN featured the record breaking haka on their news programmes.

37 days ago

Gardening and section clearing

Ian Hamilton from Natures choice gardening services - Upper Hutt

Hello ! are your Gardens looking like a war zone? We can help, new gardens old gardens big projects and small message us now!
Natures choice Gardening
0272430951

38 days ago

Join us at our Walk in Wednesdays

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in October and November, 10am - 3pm and experience the Ryman lifestyle that awaits.

Learn about our living options, tour our show homes and discover the wonderful amenities on offer.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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39 days ago

Kids Go Free in the holidays

Tākina

Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for the school holidays? Bring your little ones to Tākina! They can explore the Free Science Discovery Zone, where they’ll have an interactive science journey.

Plus, don’t miss the chance for kids to go Free to the Doctor Who Worlds of … View more
Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for the school holidays? Bring your little ones to Tākina! They can explore the Free Science Discovery Zone, where they’ll have an interactive science journey.

Plus, don’t miss the chance for kids to go Free to the Doctor Who Worlds of Wonder exhibit with each adult ticket. It’s a fantastic opportunity for young minds to dive into the world of science fiction and real science. Make the most of these holidays with a visit to Tākina!

More information about the free science activity

Limited capacity. Get your free Kid ticket with each Adult pass here
Book Now

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