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September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
Are your tamariki keen to learn more about coding? We have something on for all ages these holidays including our littlest people!
*Storytime with Bee-Bots (Ages 3-7)*
Our littlest Tamariki can try very basic coding with Bee-Bots at our special storytimes! Ages 3-7. No booking required.
… View moreAre your tamariki keen to learn more about coding? We have something on for all ages these holidays including our littlest people!
*Storytime with Bee-Bots (Ages 3-7)*
Our littlest Tamariki can try very basic coding with Bee-Bots at our special storytimes! Ages 3-7. No booking required.
Wainuiomata Library - Tuesday 2 October, 10:30am
Moera Library - Wednesday 10 October, 11am
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*Fun with Genesis School-Gen (Ages 5+)*
Learn and have fun with Genesis School-Gen. Want to use your own arm power to generate energy? Try the Human Energy Generator to find out which takes more energy – an LED light bulb or an incandescent light bulb? Have a go at the Crunch Time interactive quiz, check out the sun using solar glasses, and learn about energy and sustainability!
Petone Library - Wednesday 3 October, 11:30am-1:30pm
Taita Library - Wednesday 3 October, 3pm-5pm
Wainuiomata Library - Thursday 4 October, 10am-12noon
Spaces are limited. Email LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz to book in!
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*Discover: Ozobots (Ages 8-12)*
Join us for a creative hands-on introduction to Ozobots! Learn how Ozobots can be controlled, and work together on a huge Ozobot track! Ages 8-12.
Taita Library - Tuesday 9 October, 2pm-3:30pm
War Memorial Library - Thursday 11 October, 2:30pm-4pm
Eastbourne Library - Friday 12 October, 11am-12:30pm
Spaces are limited. Email LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz to book in!
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*Learn to code Using a Microbit (Ages 12+)*
Programming is a lot of fun! However, it’s even more enjoyable when you can see something move that you have programmed yourself! Join the Engineering Outreach Team at Victoria University of Wellington and learn how to program these awesome little robots.
Stokes Valley Library - Tuesday 9 October, 9am-11am
Naenae Library - Tuesday 9 October, 12pm-2pm
Petone Library - Tuesday 9 October, 3pm-5pm
Spaces are limited. Email LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz to book in!
The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
To find out the services … View moreThe stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
To find out the services available and any cancellations on Wednesday, visit our website
enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to… View moreenableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to pay less interest, get mortgage-free faster – and much more.
Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Thursday 4th October at 12pm and 5:30pm. Tickets are $15 for a single or $20 for two – book your seat now!
Text SAVE to 268 or visit www.enableme.co.nz/events
Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.
With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!
Book before 2 October to go in the draw to … View moreFly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.
With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!
Book before 2 October to go in the draw to win 1 million KrisFlyer miles, purchase a Singapore stopover holiday from $1, save up to 40% on pre-purchased additional baggage and receive a S$20 Changi transit card.
Terms and Conditions apply, visit singaporeair.com for further details.
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View moreJust starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.
Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water
Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.
Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
We are delighted to announce that the fabulous Cate is running our Lower Hutt Store
We are looking for migrants who might like to volunteer as well as any women’s clothing donations, they need to be in a saleable condition, we also accept shoes and accessories
The store is open Tue to Sat 10am … View moreWe are delighted to announce that the fabulous Cate is running our Lower Hutt Store
We are looking for migrants who might like to volunteer as well as any women’s clothing donations, they need to be in a saleable condition, we also accept shoes and accessories
The store is open Tue to Sat 10am to
4pm
The closure of Naenae's video shop which also acted as a postal agency has caused frustration for neighbours in the area. NZ Post has said it is no longer viable to continue offering services in Naenae due to falling customer numbers. The closure of United Video outlet in Naenae last month due… View moreThe closure of Naenae's video shop which also acted as a postal agency has caused frustration for neighbours in the area. NZ Post has said it is no longer viable to continue offering services in Naenae due to falling customer numbers. The closure of United Video outlet in Naenae last month due to seismic strengthening work meant the store's postal services it had inherited from Hillary Court in 2015 went too.
Naenae local Lew Coe does not use internet banking, so the loss of the bill paying service was "a hell of an inconvenience". He said Naenae was a working-class area and many of the mainly elderly community who used the service had no access to a car, little money to catch the bus or had mobility issues. Coe said the alternative bill payment locations in central Lower Hutt and Stokes Valley were too far away for many.
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