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I have been a strong advocate for amalgamating local Government in the Wellington region. So much so that I was part of a small team of advocates some years ago under the chairmanship of Kerry Prendergast.
But pipes for water and sewerage are now such a huge issue for Wellington and Lower Hutt… View moreI have been a strong advocate for amalgamating local Government in the Wellington region. So much so that I was part of a small team of advocates some years ago under the chairmanship of Kerry Prendergast.
But pipes for water and sewerage are now such a huge issue for Wellington and Lower Hutt in particular and somewhat in Porirua. So much so that Upper Hutt would be foolish to want to amalgamate and help carry the burden of the billions of dollars required to bring the piping up to the reasonable standard enjoyed by Upper Hutt residents.
Perhaps there is a way around it. Central Government might want to step in and provide taxation dollars to fix the problem that sees a wastage of upwards of 50% of water from burst and leaking water pipes and sewerage piping also leaking and contaminating streams which flow into the sea. And thus "pave the way" for a level playing field for ratepayers and the local councils in the region to join forces under one umbrella, one city.
Notification of the Writers Plot Readers Read Inc Soc AGM
Date to be held: Saturday 9 September 2023.
Time: 2 pm to 3.30 pm
Venue: Upper Hutt Library, 844 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt Central.
All welcome.
Come in and share your ideas on how the organisation can move forward.
To join the … View moreNotification of the Writers Plot Readers Read Inc Soc AGM
Date to be held: Saturday 9 September 2023.
Time: 2 pm to 3.30 pm
Venue: Upper Hutt Library, 844 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt Central.
All welcome.
Come in and share your ideas on how the organisation can move forward.
To join the committee you need to be a member of the Writers Plot Readers Read Inc. Soc. – see the application form on the membership page under ‘Support Us’.
Contact email: writersplotreadersread@outlook.com
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Dave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!
"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time… View moreDave Murdoch of Tauranga was nominated by Ian Smith for being quite simply, the nicest neighbour!
"Dave next door is the best - we live in an apartment block in the CBD and every day he gets up and cleans the driveway- always puts out everyone’s rubbish bins and scrubs them out every time they are emptied. He cleaned around our pool area after a storm recently as we were busy at work. He is always first to help others whenever he can whether they have an issue with their unit or a stranger having car trouble out on the street - They don’t come better!"
If you have a Nice Neighbour, don't keep it to yourself. You might win a $25 Prezzy® card each and a shoutout on Stuff. Go on, nominate them now!
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you … View morePrime Minister Chris Hipkins announced the end of the final pandemic-related public health orders which is the mandatory seven-day isolation for people infected and mask requirement in health facilities. For some, it's a welcome change but for others this is a concerning move. How are you feeling about the changes?
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This week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Just starting to sort my images for the 2024 Calendar and have decided this cheeky fellow makes the cut. I'm thinking he might become a painting too at some point. Kaka/ Brown Parrot (Nestor meridionalis) on Stewart Island - their heads… View moreThis week we feature a picture from Louise Thomas.
"Just starting to sort my images for the 2024 Calendar and have decided this cheeky fellow makes the cut. I'm thinking he might become a painting too at some point. Kaka/ Brown Parrot (Nestor meridionalis) on Stewart Island - their heads are noticeably more white than the ones we get around Wellington."
I still have one person viewing these next week but at this point they are all spoken for. If that changes I will relist later.
We have a number of these tables available at $10 each. They have been used for a number of years at Bookfest so have a ding or two but still very stable and lots of … View moreI still have one person viewing these next week but at this point they are all spoken for. If that changes I will relist later.
We have a number of these tables available at $10 each. They have been used for a number of years at Bookfest so have a ding or two but still very stable and lots of life in them. 1.8 m long, x .9 m wide. Pick up will be from Trentham Racecourse. Message me for more information if required.
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For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen… View moreDreaming of calling the City of Sails home?
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland in the Heart Foundation Lottery. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.
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We have had a letter arrive at our place addresses to an Emillen Robles,
would like to deliver it to the right place.
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Another week, another new song by Koraunui Ukulele. Our third original song for 2023 is about what it would be like to win the lotto. Watch more of our videos at youtube.com/@djpomare
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[G] This time tomorrow, it’ll be alright
This time tomorrow, if we play it right
This time … View moreAnother week, another new song by Koraunui Ukulele. Our third original song for 2023 is about what it would be like to win the lotto. Watch more of our videos at youtube.com/@djpomare
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[G] This time tomorrow, it’ll be alright
This time tomorrow, if we play it right
This time tomorrow, [D7] it’ll be al[G]right, yeah, nah, yeah
[G] Walking down the road, saw the dog across the street
[C] Yeah nah yeah
[G] Going to the centre to buy a lotto ticket
[C] Yeah nah yeah
I've been [G] thinking about you, are you thinking about me
[C] Strum along with us c'mon one, two three
[G] Win or lose we'll [D7] play our ukule[G]le (mmm mmm mmm)
[G] What would you do with 37 million?
[C] Yeah nah yeah
[G] Would you tell everyone or not say a word
[C] Yeah nah yeah
[G] Singing, playing, having such a party
I’m [C] designated driver of my new Maserati
[G] Win or lose we'll [D7] play our ukule[G]le (mmm mmm mmm)
[C] Sometimes things aren’t always what they [G] seem
But [C] that won’t stop us reaching for our [D7] dreams.
[G] This time tomorrow, it’ll be alright
This time tomorrow, if we play it right
This time tomorrow, [D7] it’ll be al[G]right
[G] Nek minute you're on holiday, halfway round the world
[C] Yeah nah yeah
[G] Living the dream on your big OE
[C] Yeah nah yeah
[G] Climbing all the way to the top of the hill
[C] Doing what I want and enjoying the view
[G] Win or lose we'll [D7] play our ukule[G]le (mmm mmm mmm)
[C] Sometimes things aren’t always what they [G] seem
But [C] that won’t stop us reaching for our [D7] dreams.
[G] This time tomorrow, it will be alright
This time tomorrow, if we play it right
This time tomorrow, [D7] it’ll be al[G]right, yeah, nah, yeah
[G] This time tomorrow, it will be alright
This time tomorrow, if we play it right
This time tomorrow, [D7] yeah, nah [G] yeah. [****]
A fantastic photo by Simon Woolf.
"Talk about special! Our garden had a lovely fleeting visit this morning.
I heard the tune, and knew instantly it wasn't a Tui!
A Korimako, our native Bellbird are often heard but rarely seen. To have one flitting around our place was so wonderful … View moreA fantastic photo by Simon Woolf.
"Talk about special! Our garden had a lovely fleeting visit this morning.
I heard the tune, and knew instantly it wasn't a Tui!
A Korimako, our native Bellbird are often heard but rarely seen. To have one flitting around our place was so wonderful to see, and hear. The blue around the Korimako's bill and face is pollen from our native fuschia. Over the past few days the luck I've had in our garden has been amazing. Karori is one great place to see a range of native, and sometimes rare and beautiful wildlife."
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