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Members and the public are welcome to attend our next meeting on Friday, 15 March 2024. Guest speaker will be Greg Street from
the Hutt City Council. Greg will cover the topic of housing - health, comfort and energy efficiency. Greg will explain how housing can be healthy and comfortable without … View moreMembers and the public are welcome to attend our next meeting on Friday, 15 March 2024. Guest speaker will be Greg Street from
the Hutt City Council. Greg will cover the topic of housing - health, comfort and energy efficiency. Greg will explain how housing can be healthy and comfortable without requiring high energy costs (power bills) or effort to maintain a comfortable and healthy environment. Morning tea will follow.
We meet at the Senior Citizens Rooms which are on the left as you enter Queensgate Countdown car park at 10AM. All welcome.
Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
… View morePlease follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
✉️ Install security cameras and/or security camera messaging near your letterbox or front of property
✉️ Where practical, consider click and collect over delivery
✉️ Send parcels to a work address or ensuring you're home when they arrive
✉️ Contact Police (111 for immediate issues or 105 if it is after the fact) if you see people loitering around vehicles or looking into car windows
✉️ Engage in neighbourhood groups so more people can keep an eye out for suspicious activity
These tips are being shared after a 44-year-old woman will appear in Pukekohe District Court on 28 March charged with theft.
An alleged mail thief in the Pukekohe area has hand-delivered herself into Police, following assistance from the community.
Counties Manukau South Senior Sergeant MJ Riddle says Police were aware of locals discussing a mail theft on social media. A report was made to Police at the time in January and had included enough detail including CCTV footage and a vehicle of interest. Following Police enquiries, the woman has brought herself into the Pukekohe Police Station a few days later
“This is a great result for the community and a timely reminder to the public to continue reporting any thefts from letterboxes.”
Senior Sergeant Riddle says
“Our community should be able to receive parcels and mail without concern of interference but unfortunately there are people in our communities who take advantage of opportunities to commit thefts from mail boxes and front porches."
“We encourage anyone who has been the victim of dishonesty offending to report it as soon as possible,” she says."
We are pleased to report that the Building is up and has been closed in.(see pics)
It has been a long hard road but after 7 years, Stage 1 of the project is at last a reality. It’s fair to say that there have been a few people who declared that it couldn’t be done and that has been a spur … View moreWe are pleased to report that the Building is up and has been closed in.(see pics)
It has been a long hard road but after 7 years, Stage 1 of the project is at last a reality. It’s fair to say that there have been a few people who declared that it couldn’t be done and that has been a spur to our efforts. Our entire Stage 1 budget has now been spent .
Stage 2, the interior of the building has still to be started. We have exhausted all available funds and are looking for volunteers to continue the inside work
We remain hopeful, however that now the exterior is a visible reality, that potential donors will be to assist with Stage 2 will be found. . We have of course been working hard to this end for some months now. Please give if you are able *
We are particularly keen to reach out to those who would be willing and able to help with interior finishing semi-skilled activities like painting, and plastering, as well as trades work such as plumbing and electrical.**
THE STORY OF THE CHRIST CHURCH TAITA AND ITS TREATY LINKS.
The Secondary Schools curriculum has recently been amended to require the study of NZ history. The first group of European settlers brought to NZ under the auspices of the NZ Company arrived on Petone Beach in January 1840. They were made welcome and sheltered and fed by the people of Te Atiawa who had a pa at Horokiwi. The church was built in the early 1850's and a memorial to that event was erected on Petone beach in 1940, this being The Early Settlers Museum, Te Whare Whai Whakaaro O Pito-one)
The story of that generally amicable interaction deserves to be told. The church was nearly destroyed by a major fire in the early 1990's, thought to have been arson, and subsequent necessary security measures have meant it is not accessible to Visitors. The Centre will allow visitors and students of NZ history to undertake guided tours of the Church and Graveyard where lie numerous distinguished individuals, including Chief Manihera Matangi , who was a strong supporter of the settlers and whose father signed the Treaty of Waitangi, and noted NZ Church architect Frederick de Jersey Clere.
The land has been donated by the Anglican Diocese of Wellington. Donors and Sponsors include the Lotteries Commission, the Hutt City Council, The T.G.McCarthy Trust, Pub Charity and a variety of local charitable trusts and generous private individuals.
*If you would care to give, please visit Givealittle.co.nz/the christ church taita visitor centre
**If you are able to help with manual tasks, please contact JOHN DAYSH jddaysh@gmail.com
(ENQUIRIES JOHN TERRIS jterris55@gmail.com)
"What I have harvested from that greenhouse this year, that’s the cleanest crop I have ever grown. No whitefly at all. It’s pretty exciting,” says Anthony Tringham, who grows heirloom tomatoes commercially under the brand Curious Croppers, in Clevedon, Auckland
This week we are wondering about some neighbour etiquette that can cause conflict. If your neighbour has a tree overflowing with fruit that is visible from the road, is it okay to help yourself? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded … View moreThis week we are wondering about some neighbour etiquette that can cause conflict. If your neighbour has a tree overflowing with fruit that is visible from the road, is it okay to help yourself? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a … View moreWIN ONE of FIVE $50 Gift Cards - It's only a few clicks away! Simply complete our easy Broadband Survey and unlock your chance to WIN! Start Survey now.
Our recent neighbourly poll revealed some challenges with broadband providers, and we're here to help. The survey will help us get a better understanding of your experience with your current broadband provider. Let your voice be heard.
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12:20PM UPDATE: Due to strong winds, Remutaka Hill is now CLOSED between Kaitoke and Featherston gates. Delay travel across the hill at this time.
Motorists are advised to avoid the Remutaka Hill due to weather conditions and an earlier crash.
What you need to know:
- One lane is closed on … View more12:20PM UPDATE: Due to strong winds, Remutaka Hill is now CLOSED between Kaitoke and Featherston gates. Delay travel across the hill at this time.
Motorists are advised to avoid the Remutaka Hill due to weather conditions and an earlier crash.
What you need to know:
- One lane is closed on the south side near the summit after a truck trailer tipped just after 10am.
- High winds are making it increasingly difficult to travel over the hill.
- Police recommend delaying travel, taking alternative routes and extra care, driving to the conditions.
Brand new LASHS and magnetic eyeliner U normally buy separately pick up lowerhutt $30.00 for both
Have you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!
Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and… View moreHave you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!
Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and make a nomination today.
You'll not only help drum up some support for them in your community, you could also help them win a $10,000 prize package. Plus if your nomination is a regional finalist you'll win a $100 Prezzy® card too!
The sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.
Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply … View moreThe sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.
Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply purchase a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and the Easter Bunny will deliver you a Bennetto Chocolate Box worth $50 for FREE! T&Cs Apply.
Enjoy,
The team at NZ House & Garden
After a recent T&B renovation, excess 10mm thick moisture resistant plasterboard of 2.4-meter and 2.0-meter full length of various widths being sold. - $1.50 per sqm.
(New 2400 mm x 1200 mm x 10 mm moisture resistant plasterboards at Bunning cost around $4 per sqm.)
Rather than buy new … View moreAfter a recent T&B renovation, excess 10mm thick moisture resistant plasterboard of 2.4-meter and 2.0-meter full length of various widths being sold. - $1.50 per sqm.
(New 2400 mm x 1200 mm x 10 mm moisture resistant plasterboards at Bunning cost around $4 per sqm.)
Rather than buy new plasterboard and throw excess, but excess to suit those areas that need odd cuts.
Open for viewing and pick and choose. Only pick up at Avalon, Lower Hutt.
White vitreous vanity basin (910 mm x 470 mm)- $50.
Carefully packed.
For pick up at Avalon, Lower Hutt.
UNUSED Sirius EasyRoof Ducting kit for rangehood exhaust.
This model is for Tiled Roof (not corrugated roof).
Original packaging intact.
$280.00. Available for pickup at Avalon, Lower Hutt.
Please send private message if interested.
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