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Hey my Amazing community..Don’t panic everyone.. I’m looking for picnic tables to do up my backyard for my kids for summer. Please let me know if you have anything second hand you no longer use. Thank you
Thinking about cycling? Women in Hutt City needed for research about women and cycling. Participants will receive a voucher to the value of $30.00. This is happening tomorrow (Wed 24th) so get in quick...
You'll be part of a 2 hour focus group discussion about women and cycling.
- Have you … View moreThinking about cycling? Women in Hutt City needed for research about women and cycling. Participants will receive a voucher to the value of $30.00. This is happening tomorrow (Wed 24th) so get in quick...
You'll be part of a 2 hour focus group discussion about women and cycling.
- Have you cycled at any time in the past?
- Would like to bike more?
Otago University Researchers are seeking both Māori and non-Māori women, in three age groups:
- Young women at school, aged 17-18 years
- Women with dependent children
- Older women (55+) with no dependent children at home
Please contact -
Marie: Ph 806 1844 or 021 1644 638 or Email: marie.russell@otago.ac.nz
Cheryl Ph 920 1481 or Email: cheryl@kokiri-hauora.org.nz
Refreshments will be served.
Have you been affected by road works around Wellington City recently? We’re looking at changing how we communicate information about roadworks & activities on our roads and want to hear about your experiences. Take part in our online survey before 5 Nov and go in the draw to win one of three … View moreHave you been affected by road works around Wellington City recently? We’re looking at changing how we communicate information about roadworks & activities on our roads and want to hear about your experiences. Take part in our online survey before 5 Nov and go in the draw to win one of three $50 New World vouchers - click here.
Maker Faire Wellington is a family-friendly event that will inspire Makers both young and young at heart!
Come along and get hands-on with different crafts, art and technology. Play with mini robots, learn about simple circuits, fight stupid robots, or sketch the shoe of your dreams!
The bus driver strike which was originally planned from Tuesday 23 October has been deferred until Thursday 25 October.
Bus services will no longer be affected on Tuesday 23 October, as previously advertised. We regret the impact and uncertainty the industrial action is having on our bus … View moreThe bus driver strike which was originally planned from Tuesday 23 October has been deferred until Thursday 25 October.
Bus services will no longer be affected on Tuesday 23 October, as previously advertised. We regret the impact and uncertainty the industrial action is having on our bus customers.
The strike action on Thursday could affect some services in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua. We will keep you updated on our website and social media.
For more information visit our website.
Why wait?
Enrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington gives you the flexibility to pursue your passion, gain new skills or supplement your experience.
“Doing courses for a Certificate of Proficiency is a great opportunity for people to follow their own interests, … View moreWhy wait?
Enrolling in a single course at Victoria University of Wellington gives you the flexibility to pursue your passion, gain new skills or supplement your experience.
“Doing courses for a Certificate of Proficiency is a great opportunity for people to follow their own interests, and suits anyone who really wants to extend their learning and improve their skills and knowledge.”—Robyn Bargh, Certificate of Proficiency student
For most workers, part of your wage goes to ACC. We’re proposing you pay more because accidents and medical costs have gone up. If you’re a wage earner, these proposals could affect you.
Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
We’re using a new high-tech building product to build more homes, faster, for those who need it most.
Cross-laminated timber (or CLT) allows state housing to be built more quickly and more safely, and creates attractive homes that are warmer, drier and safer for residents.
For the full … View moreWe’re using a new high-tech building product to build more homes, faster, for those who need it most.
Cross-laminated timber (or CLT) allows state housing to be built more quickly and more safely, and creates attractive homes that are warmer, drier and safer for residents.
For the full story, click here.
HelloFresh don't take their cool bags and ice packs back. Anyone interested in having them -- good for picnic and road trips but I don't need so much obviously. I also have several old pillows -- I believe, they can be used as a stuff material if anyone makes soft toys.
Hello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.
Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known … View moreHello neighbours, the team at Grove Avocado Oil are excited to announce that you can now purchase our range of extra virgin avocado oil flavours from our online store.
Visit our website to learn more about our products and see the delicious recipes that have been created for us by well-known New Zealand chef Michael Van de Elzen.
Pure avocado goodness, with at least 12 avocados in every bottle, Grove Avocado Oil is a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. Discover why Grove is NZ’s number one avocado oil. Available online and in leading supermarkets.
The Grove Team
Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Tuesday 23 October due to a strike by members of the Tramways Union. The strike could go beyond Tuesday and we are monitoring the situation.
Please plan before you travel, or make alternative … View moreWellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua bus customers could face disruption to their travel from Tuesday 23 October due to a strike by members of the Tramways Union. The strike could go beyond Tuesday and we are monitoring the situation.
Please plan before you travel, or make alternative transport plans. We will keep you updated on our website and social media.
For more information visit our website.
Road access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.
- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at… View moreRoad access to Wellington was temporarily down to a windy, hilly road that heavy vehicles can't use after two crashes blocked State Highways 1 and 2.
- Remutaka Hill road on SH2 was closed shortly before midday Friday after two trucks collided, adding further pressure to the road network at the start of Labour Weekend. The road reopened about 1pm.
- An earlier truck crash about 3.45am near Pukerua Bay on SH1 has been blocking the road in both directions. The Mainfreight truck was carrying hazardous chemicals and paint products. The driver received minor injuries.
Motorists have been warned of major delays, and light vehicles can use the Paekākāriki Hill Rd. The section of road between Paekākāriki and Grays Rd at Mana is closed and Police said it could remain this way until late.
Keep up-to-date with the traffic chaos here.
NZTA regional transport systems manager Mark Owen said: "If people are heading out of town they need to think of an alternative at this stage, and it's certainly going to take a lot longer if they take an alternative route."
Police have asked motorists to avoid the area.
Route 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.
Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the… View moreRoute 18e is now making its way from Karori to the University all the way to Miramar and back again, all day, every day.
Driven by your feedback, we’re fine-tuning the new network to make it more useful to more of you more often. For your real time connection with the new routes, download the Metlink Commuter app.
A public meeting of about 100 people, held on 13 September, had been organised by the Churton Park Community Association (CPCA) in conjunction with list MP Brett Hudson. Its purpose was to give residents an opportunity to express their concerns to the Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) … View moreA public meeting of about 100 people, held on 13 September, had been organised by the Churton Park Community Association (CPCA) in conjunction with list MP Brett Hudson. Its purpose was to give residents an opportunity to express their concerns to the Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) about the new bus network.
All five councilors for the GWRC Wellington constituency attended, joined by all three Councillors for the WCC northern ward and the two local MPs – Greg O’Connor and Brett Hudson.
After greetings from Brett Hudson and Greg O’Connor, the GWRC Council Chair Chris Laidlaw spoke of the Council’s regret about impacts of the roll-out of the new region-wide system, and the Council’s determination to get things right.
Members of the audience were given the opportunity to describe the problems they have encountered and how they would like them fixed. Recurring issues were:
• buses not adhering to the timetable (arriving early, running late or not showing up at all);
• the need to resume both very early and late services. Earlier buses are needed in the morning for people such as nurses who need to get to work for 7 o’clock shifts;
• services stopping in the early evening (especially the route 19 loop service) have impacted on the ability to work late or have a social life. Commuters now have to walk long distances in poor lighting and often inclement weather. This was regarded as unacceptable and a personal safety issue.
• overcrowding of buses into and out of the city, caused by buses being too small, or having to accommodate passengers from buses that have not turned up. When returning from the city, this problem is made worse when the bus is filled with passengers taking a short trip to the railway station.
• problems with buses disappearing from the information boards, not being listed or not arriving,
• significant problems with school buses (overcrowding and reduction of cross-city services) and poor connections available to university students.
Clr Daran Ponter explained some measures being taken to correct the situation. These include the revamping of timetables by mid-October; the right-sizing of buses to cater for varying passenger numbers throughout the day; measures to stop “bunching” of buses through the CBD, the hiring of expertise from overseas to fix the Real Time Information Board issues, and better driver training. He indicated that measures will soon be taken to penalise the companies providing the service when they do not comply with GWRC requirements.
Clr Roger Blakeley (GWRC) acknowledged the validity of points made by speakers and unreservedly apologised. He said that GWRC will do everything it can to remedy the situation as fast as possible and noted that the full-time placing of GWRC’s CEO on the issue showed the Council’s intent.
The councilors expressed their appreciation of the clear and courteous manner in which residents had put their concerns. CPCA is sure this reflects the ethos of Churton Park and the way the suburb conducts itself.
The CPCA will continue to work with the GWRC to work through the issues as they affect Churton park commuters.
Photo accredited to Councillor Malcolm Sparrow.
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