Takapu Valley, Wellington

1307 days ago

Public Trust Estate Administration

Ian from Tawa

HI all, just wanting to encourage anyone with a public trust will to contact them and get an estimate of what your estate is likely to cost to administer.
I am a little outraged at an estimate of my mothers estate taking 8-12 months to administer with a cost at just under $11,000- .
Mum had cash … View more
HI all, just wanting to encourage anyone with a public trust will to contact them and get an estimate of what your estate is likely to cost to administer.
I am a little outraged at an estimate of my mothers estate taking 8-12 months to administer with a cost at just under $11,000- .
Mum had cash in the bank and no other material assets having been in hospital level care for around 3 years.
The estate is split equally between 3 children with a token gift to 1 other estranged child which I believe was at their advice when the will was made.
I don't know what it would cost normally but it seems outrageous that cash only could incur that sort of cost.
I'd encourage people to enquire if that seems high, you do have a choice.
I know Mum would be very annoyed at this cost herself had she known.
Thanks, ian

1297 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, … View more
Words and picture by Louise Thomas.
"So cool to see a bellbird (Anthornis melanura), aka korimako, today. I can't remember the last one I saw - possibly around Christmas time, when I snapped one in red mistletoe at Mt Ruapehu. My daughter actually spotted this guy. "Mum, look, what's that bird that looks like an almost ripe avocado with a beak."

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1295 days ago

Old Hutt photos

Sandra from Normandale

Once upon a time Hutt River had 7 dredging business along the river.

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1296 days ago

Old Hutt Photos

Sandra from Normandale

Traffic jams are nothing new.

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1297 days ago
1297 days ago

GOLDEN HOURS - COME AND SAY HELLO

Lorna Harvey from Age Concern Wellington Region

Seniors' drop-in for morning tea and a chat at the brand new Te Pokapū Hapori - Y Central venue on Manners Street. The venue will be reserved for seniors and Age Concern Wellington Region staff Tuesday morning - come and chat to staff and others, and enjoy some muffins!

When: Tuesday, … View more
Seniors' drop-in for morning tea and a chat at the brand new Te Pokapū Hapori - Y Central venue on Manners Street. The venue will be reserved for seniors and Age Concern Wellington Region staff Tuesday morning - come and chat to staff and others, and enjoy some muffins!

When: Tuesday, August 16, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Where: Y Central, 107 Manners Street, Wellington

1297 days ago

Love your compost? Pimp it up to win great prizes for your garden!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost … View more
Dear neighbours,

To celebrate National Gardening Week (October 17-25), Yates have partnered with NZ Gardener to give away some fantastic prizes to some of the most inspirational compost builders in the country. Show us your compost setup, whether it’s tiny or huge, and the best looking compost wins 1 of 9 Compost Kits (RRP $319 each).

So email through your best tip for successful compost and one photo of your composting setup to loveyourgarden@yates.co.nz by August 26, 2022 to be in to win.

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1297 days ago

Level

Ammon from Ranui

I think it's for concrete bought but never used to view text 022 013 7164

Price: $25

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1297 days ago

Heat lamps on stand

Ammon from Ranui

Hi everyone this item is now awaiting pick up

Price: $25

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1297 days ago

Shovel for sale

Ammon from Ranui

Hardly used

Price: $25

1298 days ago

Old Hutt photos

Sandra from Normandale

St Patricks Day Lower Hutt.

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1298 days ago

Your whole retirement is our consideration

With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in … View more
With the 75+ population projected to double in 20 years’ time, it’s more important than ever to choose a retirement village that is equipped to support you when you’re fully independent as well as if you need care.

That’s why Ryman villages plan ahead by offering independent living in apartments and townhouses, assisted living in serviced apartments, resthome care and, in most villages, hospital and specialist dementia care.

We offer a higher ratio of care in our villages so that if your needs change, you have priority access to our care centres.
Find out more

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1298 days ago

Upcoming Tawa Probus Club meeting reminder

Richard Herbert from Tawa Probus Club

This Monday 15th August, we meet as normal at the Tawa Bowling Club, Davies Street, 9.30am.

Our speaker this month is Michelle Reyers who is a Policy Lead at the Retirement Commission where she is responsible for providing insights and advice related to trends and issues for retired people, and … View more
This Monday 15th August, we meet as normal at the Tawa Bowling Club, Davies Street, 9.30am.

Our speaker this month is Michelle Reyers who is a Policy Lead at the Retirement Commission where she is responsible for providing insights and advice related to trends and issues for retired people, and those approaching retirement, to inform retirement policy development.

Visitors and prospective new members welcome.

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1298 days ago

Jigsaw Library

Community Centre Advocate from Tawa Community Centre

There is a new jigsaw library at the Tawa Community Centre. Officially open Thursdays from 10am-12pm (you are welcome if you are around to come in anytime the centre is open). You can donate or come take some home with you. No commitment - just come along and have a look. No cost.

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