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I signed a petition against the three waters proposals and received a response that looks to clarify the issue of true democratic representation in LHCC is not alive and … View moreplease bear with me as I will need to make a couple of posts as the text is apparently too long for Neighbourly..
part 1...
I signed a petition against the three waters proposals and received a response that looks to clarify the issue of true democratic representation in LHCC is not alive and certainly not well - regardless of whom you desire in the big house - the local governance should be for the local communities and what they want and the mayors role should be to support that and not their own central gvt political agendas...
""Byron, thanks for your email to my councillor email address. Please see my article below.
A Tale of Two Cities*
A great mystery of 2022 is how it came to be that the Upper Hutt and Lower Hutt Mayors formed polar opposite views on Three Waters.
The two cities share the same water collection and treatment system, the same water management (Wellington Water), occupy in the same valley and share the same cost structures.
Three public opinion polls in the two cities have revealed strong resident opposition to the Labour Government’s centralisation of water management, including 50% iwi control through co-governance.
So how is it that, despite public opposition in both cities, Mayor Wayne Guppy of Upper Hutt is opposed but Mayor Campbell Barry is not?
The answer is pretty straightforward. In 2019 Cr Campbell Barry campaigned for the Hutt City mayoralty under a Labour ticket. What the public was never told is that the Labour Party exacts a high price from candidates who use their trademark.
It will surprise most people to learn that the Labour Party requires that candidates using the Labour logo sign a pledge to support and implement Labour policy irrespective of the views of local residents. Further, all Labour candidates in a local body election pledge to block vote on issues of Labour policy.
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Anne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent … View moreAnne Couper is the proud mum of Dot.
"This is Dot (two years old) from Hataitai, who on one momentous day (unfortunately not recorded on camera) managed three tennis balls at once."
Remember if you want your pet featured on Neighbourly, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say which suburb you live in.
Habit Health Fitness Clubs is extending an invitation to come along to their club open days. Try a taster class, test yourself in a fitness challenge and win some fantastic prizes at one of Wellington’s premiere health and fitness clubs. RSVP and claim your free gift!
… View moreHabit Health Fitness Clubs is extending an invitation to come along to their club open days. Try a taster class, test yourself in a fitness challenge and win some fantastic prizes at one of Wellington’s premiere health and fitness clubs. RSVP and claim your free gift!
RSVP for 11 June - Majestic Open Day - Willis Street
RSVP for 17 Jun – Platinum Open Day – Johnston Street
More about Habit Health Fitness Clubs:
Embrace altogether better health for your best life. Receive expert guidance and support along your health and fitness journey. Explore and enjoy modern facilities, fitness classes and much more.
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My friend is moving and she has instructed me to sell her furniture. We have a double seater lazyboy couch, dining table, a dresser, a long free standing mirror, 2 fridges (one medium size good beer fridge and 1 larger one), a washing machine and drier, 2 bedside cabinets and other things. The … View moreMy friend is moving and she has instructed me to sell her furniture. We have a double seater lazyboy couch, dining table, a dresser, a long free standing mirror, 2 fridges (one medium size good beer fridge and 1 larger one), a washing machine and drier, 2 bedside cabinets and other things. The larger fridge fridge, washing machine and drier can be picked up on 33 June but the rest needs gone.
Silver Stream Railway's Loco C132 in black livery on a Thomas the Tank Engine Day before being transported to Taranaki for the filming of The Last Samurai starring Tom Cruise. Remember those good days.
For delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.
Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We… View moreFor delicious grass-raised beef New Zealand is the perfect combo. An ideal climate, lush pastures and innovative farming produces enough beef for Macca’s in New Zealand and around the world.
Our patties are 100% quality beef, and all that’s added is a dash of salt and pepper when cooked. We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including those at the world-class Whangara Farms.
Hello neighbours,yes im still here getting in every ones hair still an missing being on here(thanks to covid)
I havent good news as our puppy Marley passed away I need to thank all those who donated to the cause.A big shout out to Sandy Dawson whose Heart Marley touched and she made sure Marley … View moreHello neighbours,yes im still here getting in every ones hair still an missing being on here(thanks to covid)
I havent good news as our puppy Marley passed away I need to thank all those who donated to the cause.A big shout out to Sandy Dawson whose Heart Marley touched and she made sure Marley got the treatment she so deserved Thanku every one also for your help.Together we stand strong.
Pic and words by Louise Thomas.
"Zut alors! Go awah you empty-headed animal food-trough wiper! I fart in your general direction! Your mother vas a stinking skua and your father, he smelt of fermented elderfish!" (The Southern black-backed gull/ karoro (Larus dominicanus) insults were very… View morePic and words by Louise Thomas.
"Zut alors! Go awah you empty-headed animal food-trough wiper! I fart in your general direction! Your mother vas a stinking skua and your father, he smelt of fermented elderfish!" (The Southern black-backed gull/ karoro (Larus dominicanus) insults were very wounding today). Bird #37 in 2022."
A wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!
We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!
More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go… View moreA wee while back we asked you, our awesome Neighbourly members to share the ways you save money!
We received a truck load of great suggestions, tips and methods!
More importantly, we saw how it helped other Kiwis discover new ways to help their households cut down on costs and make things go further. It made us so happy to see neighbours supporting neighbours.
Read 10 of the tips that we saw you sharing!
You’ll never forget those important shopping items or appointments with these write-on boards made using Resene FX Write-on Wall Paint.
Find out how to create your own.
Fa’afetai mo le agalelei fa’atua’oi literally translates to "thank you for your neighbourly kindness". We think that's a pretty special way to show your appreciation for a neighbour. Happy Samoan Language Week!
Australia's election result a few days ago with Anthony Albanese the new PM opens the door wide open for Australia becoming a republic in a couple of years or so.
Albanese has semi-promised a referendum on the matter of Australia remaining under the British crown or becoming a republic with … View moreAustralia's election result a few days ago with Anthony Albanese the new PM opens the door wide open for Australia becoming a republic in a couple of years or so.
Albanese has semi-promised a referendum on the matter of Australia remaining under the British crown or becoming a republic with a president as head of its constitution.
Albanese has also a referendum in mind of giving the Aborigines special rights ( something along Maori rights here) as a people who have lived in and "owned" Australia for at least 65 thousand years. And this might take preference over declaring Australia a republic by referendum.
All this means for NZ is kicking our approach into gear on the state of NZ as potentially a republic also. Both sides of our main political parties have strong supporters of such a move but especially the Labour Government. And the connection/relationship between Ardern and Ablanese will likely be close and comfortable and active.
I don't think Australia or NZ really want to be a royalist country under the banner of a King Charles and Queen Camilla.
We're getting some amazing entries from gardeners obsessed with their indoor plants, and we're enjoying their stories too. There's still time to send us your entry for our Houseplant Hero 2022 competition. You could win some great prizes, and (of course) more houseplants!
It is not Friday and the picture is not of a bird but this close-up of a wasp face by regular Friday Feathered Friend contributor Andrew Gorrie is too good not to use.
Upper Hutt CAB is hosting a Free Information Session for migrants on preparing for emergencies. Saturday 18th June 2022 10.30am to 11.30am at the Upper Hutt Cossie Club, Please register by email upperhutt@cab.org.nz or 04 528 9040.
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