Karori, Wellington

OWHIRO BAY WATER QUALITY UPDATE

The Team from Wellington Water

The water quality in Owhiro Bay is being affected by a cross-connection. A cross-connection is where a wastewater pipe is connected into a stormwater pipe. Most cross-connections are from private pipes into public (council) pipes, and this is the case here. Wastewater from private properties is … View moreThe water quality in Owhiro Bay is being affected by a cross-connection. A cross-connection is where a wastewater pipe is connected into a stormwater pipe. Most cross-connections are from private pipes into public (council) pipes, and this is the case here. Wastewater from private properties is entering the stormwater system, which leads to Owhiro Stream, which leads to the Bay.

We are working with the property owners concerned, who were not aware of the issue, to resolve it as quickly as possible. We expect to have these sorted by the end of the week. We're also continuing our investigation and testing; it can be a mistake to think the first fault you come across will fix the problem.

If you have concerns about what you think might be a cross-connection at your place, please let us know and we'll come and take a look. Our main concern is to eliminate as many of these as we can.

Warning signs that recommend against swimming and fishing in Owhiro Bay remain in place, and will stay there until we receive three consecutive days of clear results. We will update via social media and the website when this changes.

If you have been swimming in the area and feel sick, please visit your doctor.

We will be sharing regular updates every few days on the situation in Owhiro Bay through our website and social media platforms.

Opportunities

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

What goals do you have for 2020?

Are you a fan of fast fashion?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

Many of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great … View moreMany of us grew up flocking to Glassons, Hallenstein's, Cotton On and Just Jeans for our hardy perennials - jeans, t-shirts, summer dresses - and some of us still do.

But we're increasingly becoming aware that buying a $20 t-shirt that won't last the distance isn't that great for the environment.

While some of us are pledging to only buy second hand or to invest in statement pieces - more expensive items that will last a long time- not all of us have that luxury.

We're wanting to speak to someone who isn't giving up their fast fashion any time soon, whether it's for economic or style reasons, personal choice or indifference to the environment. Maybe you're a student who likes the choice chain store fashion brings, or perhaps you're a parent whose children are growing too fast to risk splashing out on expensive clothing.

If this sounds like you, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

Wairarapa Country Music Festival on this weekend

The Team from Destination Wairarapa

For first time the prestige classic car rally, Cruise Martinborough, will be on site at Tauherenikau Race Course this Saturday afternoon (Jan 25) from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. See hundreds of classic and muscle cars while enjoying the afternoon show. Your $40 ticket gets you this plus the main event - the… View moreFor first time the prestige classic car rally, Cruise Martinborough, will be on site at Tauherenikau Race Course this Saturday afternoon (Jan 25) from 1:30pm to 5:30pm. See hundreds of classic and muscle cars while enjoying the afternoon show. Your $40 ticket gets you this plus the main event - the SATURDAY NIGHT SPECTACULAR with main act The Warratahs on at 8.30pm. Other performers are
plus Melissa and the Doctor, Dust and Gold,Jackie Bristow,Ainslie Allen and Bevan Gardiner and James Davy
Gate sales available and weather looking brilliant!

Bees wax wraps-fundraiser

Mili from Brooklyn

I am part of a dragon boat team fundraising for Red Cross.
Handmade, local, zero waste, recycled (*insert buzz word here) and all for a fantastic cause!
Cash to me or donate on our page with your details pick up brooklyn or island bay or I can potentially arrange drop off/meet up somewhere.

… View moreI am part of a dragon boat team fundraising for Red Cross.
Handmade, local, zero waste, recycled (*insert buzz word here) and all for a fantastic cause!
Cash to me or donate on our page with your details pick up brooklyn or island bay or I can potentially arrange drop off/meet up somewhere.

dragonboatteamredcross2020.everydayhero.com...

Price: $10

Treatment process pipe repairs see increase in truck movements

The Team from Wellington Water

It never rains but it pours – another tricky pipe repair job for our team!

Running between the wastewater treatment plant at Moa Point and the Southern landfill are two pipes that carry a treatment process byproduct, generally known as sludge.

Only one pipe operates at a time, to allow for … View moreIt never rains but it pours – another tricky pipe repair job for our team!

Running between the wastewater treatment plant at Moa Point and the Southern landfill are two pipes that carry a treatment process byproduct, generally known as sludge.

Only one pipe operates at a time, to allow for maintenance, but over the weekend, both pipes suffered damage that meant we couldn’t keep using them.

They’re under very high pressure when they’re operating, so it’s possible that the live pipe disrupted the other one when it failed.

The pipes were expected to last for a good 80 years or more, so we think that some kind of installation or material defect has caused them to stop working.

En route from the treatment plant to the landfill, the pipes pass through a tunnel beneath Mt Albert, and this is where the repair will be carried out.

While we carry out the repairs, trucks will be used to convey sludge from the plant to the landfill. About a million litres of sludge a day is generated at the plant, and trucks may need to operate around the clock from time to time.

A similar repair, also due to a defect in the concrete in which the pipes are embedded, was carried out in 2013 and took about five weeks to complete.

We’ll provide more information on the repair timeline and truck schedule as we learn more.

Solid Tables for Sale - great for arts, crafts or workshop

Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

Small - 1.5m long by 0.85m wide and 0.75m high. Strong metal frame, top in reasonable condition and collapsible. $40 or near offer
Large - 2.11m long by 0.95 wide by 0.75m high. Strong metal frame, and collapsible. $45 or near offer. Email info@kacc.org.nz to arrange a time to view these or come … View moreSmall - 1.5m long by 0.85m wide and 0.75m high. Strong metal frame, top in reasonable condition and collapsible. $40 or near offer
Large - 2.11m long by 0.95 wide by 0.75m high. Strong metal frame, and collapsible. $45 or near offer. Email info@kacc.org.nz to arrange a time to view these or come to Karori Arts and Crafts Centre, 7 Beauchamp street between 9am and 4pm any day but Wednesday. Phone 476-6817.

Price: $40

Teaching young children values right from the start

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Cori Maroroa knows first hand just how good the #KiwiCan programme is for kids. After all, Maroroa loved it when she went through it a primary school as a student.

Now she is helping new generations of primary school students benefit from the same programme as one of its senior leaders.

What do do with an injured or sick BIRD

Agnieszka from Thorndon

Wellington Bird Rehabilitation Trust, Ohairu Valley Johnsonville - a short countryside ride away. They will try their best to save the bird.
www.wbrt.org.nz...

Keep safe this summer!

Ministry for Primary Industries

The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill … View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.

Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips. Learn more

Dead cat

Sophie from Wilton

Found a dead cat on Curtis street by the dog park. Lovely black cat, no collar :( is laying on the pavement

Hi All. Our black Labrador Pepper Rose has gone missing from Creswick Tce this morning. Please call if you see her. We are VERY keen to see her home safely. Thank you. Marcia 021606120

Marcia from Northland

Hi All. Our black Labrador Pepper Rose has gone missing from Creswick Tce this morning. Please call if you see her. We are VERY keen to see her home safely. Thank you. Marcia 021606120

St Ninian's and St Anslem's shared service

St Ninian's Uniting Parish

St Ninian's and St Anslem's are joining forces for a shared summer church service. Come along this sunday , 10am to St Anslem's, 30 Makara Road and hear the delightful Rev. Geraldine of St Anslem's. All are welcome!

Living Life Without a Car Workshop

Lorna Harvey from

Age Concern Wellington is offering free seniors' workshops for Living Life Without a Car in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Upper Hutt, and Tawa.

For more information, please call 04 499 6646 or email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz

February 11 in Lower Hutt, 10am
February 18 in Wellington, … View moreAge Concern Wellington is offering free seniors' workshops for Living Life Without a Car in Lower Hutt, Wellington, Upper Hutt, and Tawa.

For more information, please call 04 499 6646 or email communitysup@acwellington.org.nz

February 11 in Lower Hutt, 10am
February 18 in Wellington, 10am
February 25 in Upper Hutt, noon
March 11 in Tawa, 10am
We provide information about keeping mobile when we are no longer driving. Our Life Without a Car course highlights a range of possibilities to remain mobile, offers alternative ways of getting about in the community, suggests many options to keep involved and enjoying activities and much more… Each session will run for about an hour and a half - tea and coffee will be provided.