Wallaceville - Whitemans Valley, Upper Hutt

998 days ago

The Long Protest Drag

Michael from Trentham

It was always going to end up in tears as in "tearing up" because it was allowed to drag on and on.
Twenty three days should have been one day on the grounds and surrounds of parliament - and not even a single overnight. No camping or glamping. No construction of toilets and showers.
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It was always going to end up in tears as in "tearing up" because it was allowed to drag on and on.
Twenty three days should have been one day on the grounds and surrounds of parliament - and not even a single overnight. No camping or glamping. No construction of toilets and showers.

Of course as time marched on army members at Trentham should have been brought in just to back up the police and under the instructions of the police.

Politicians of a main-stream kind addressing a crowd that was more a mob due to the differing and in some cases, maniacal reasons for their being there would have been rendered useless and maybe even more cause for inciting rage among people in the audience. It was Trump infusion territory and that is where some of the protesters got their cue from.

In the end it can only be regarded as a disgraceful episode that achieved little apart from Covid spreading, and was less damaging than a Russian rocket attack on residential and commercial buildings in the Ukraine. If mandating was one of the key elements to this protest then the protesters are lucky they were not trying to man date Putin.

As a footnote, so the trains closed shop on the day and night of the police removal action. It was good that they did. They should have done this weeks prior when other Covid protest marches had taken place and the train services had allowed the carriages to be filled up by almost 100% unmasked protesters without any comment from staff on the trains.

994 days ago

Is it time for a new Upper Hutt mayor?

Reporter Community News

Hey Neighbourly folk, what are your thoughts on the mayoralty? Is it a time for a change?
Please tell us what you think and put NFP if you do not want your comments used.

The race is on for the Upper Hutt mayoralty with three term councillor Angela McLeod, confirming she is again taking on … View more
Hey Neighbourly folk, what are your thoughts on the mayoralty? Is it a time for a change?
Please tell us what you think and put NFP if you do not want your comments used.

The race is on for the Upper Hutt mayoralty with three term councillor Angela McLeod, confirming she is again taking on incumbent Wayne Guppy.
In 2019, Mcleod came within 2000 votes of Guppy, who is now seeking his eighth term.
McLeod believes that she could have pushed Guppy closer in 2019, if it were not for the presence of a third candidate, Steve Taylor, who received 2,735 votes.
This time, Taylor says he will not be standing and is not aware of anyone else likely to do so.

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994 days ago

Pet of the Day: Meet Stevie, Socks and Squeak

Reporter Community News

Supplied by Raelene from Paraparaumu>

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.

994 days ago

Upper Hutt shows it support for Ukraine

Reporter Community News

Upper Hutt is showing its solidarity with the people of Ukraine by lighting up its fantail sculpture on State Highway Two, blue and gold.
The fantail welcomes people to Upper Hutt and Mayor Wayne Guppy says lighting it up in the colours of Ukraine sends an important message.
“Our thoughts are … View more
Upper Hutt is showing its solidarity with the people of Ukraine by lighting up its fantail sculpture on State Highway Two, blue and gold.
The fantail welcomes people to Upper Hutt and Mayor Wayne Guppy says lighting it up in the colours of Ukraine sends an important message.
“Our thoughts are with those in our community who are affected by the conflict in Ukraine. We've lit up our iconic fantail on SH2 in blue and gold, joining other monuments and landmarks around the world, to show our support.”

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993 days ago

Old chilly bin wanted

Terene from Stokes Valley

Hi there. I'm after an old chilly bin to help me brew up some organic garden fertilizer.

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993 days ago

Mall escalator restoration

Wendy from Trentham

Has anyone received a response from The Mall management as to when the escalator is going to be repaired?

1001 days ago

Upper Hutt "The Mall"

Andrew from Trentham

I wonder when the owners of it are going to be bothered to fix the escalator that has not been working for over six months.

993 days ago

Pawever Pets Foldable Pet Stroller (Black

Shane from Trentham

Removable and washable padded insert
Waterproof exterior
Well ventilated and sheltered with zip down front shade and cover

Drink holder for storing snacks and belongings

Removable basket

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Removable and washable padded insert
Waterproof exterior
Well ventilated and sheltered with zip down front shade and cover

Drink holder for storing snacks and belongings

Removable basket

Rear brake

Lightweight design easily folds away

Price: $50

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996 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is an immaculate five bedroom home in Te Aro, on offer through Erin Rush and Nigel Solomon from Harcourts. This and so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively … View more
Our House of the Week this week is an immaculate five bedroom home in Te Aro, on offer through Erin Rush and Nigel Solomon from Harcourts. This and so much more in today's edition of Homed.

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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998 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week Friday Feathered Friend features words and a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Why, hello there. I'm your official neighbourhood fruit sampler. I've come to check on the plums. Kererū/wood pigeon (Hemiphaga novaeseelandiae). Bird number 44 in 2022."

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998 days ago

Will everyone catch Covid in the current wave?

The Team Reporter from Stuff

For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive … View more
For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?

Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.

For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive 'Explained' straight to your inbox, here.

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997 days ago
997 days ago

Its the weekend!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Upper Hutt

We are open tomorrow here on Main Street 10-4pm come along and see us we have some great furniture and clothing.

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