Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2843 days ago

Metlink: On Our Way

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

Metlink is all about connecting you with life. In the coming months, we’ll be improving our public transport network so that everyone is able to connect to what’s great in our region! Go to metlink.org.nz/OnOurWay for more information and sign up for updates.

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2849 days ago

SMALL JOB FOR DIGGER DRIVER

John & Lyn from Waiwhetu

Does anyone know someone with a small digger with a post-hole auger who would do a small job at a reasonable cost? We are replacing a fence. Recommendations please?

2848 days ago

Could Petone Beach be the next Oriental Bay?

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts on this. Comments are now closed.

Could the long-talked talked about Cross Valley Link open up Petone Beach to be the next Oriental Bay? Labour list MP Ginny Andersen said the proposed route would take traffic off both the Petone Esplanade and Jackson St, … View more
Hi everyone, thanks for your thoughts on this. Comments are now closed.

Could the long-talked talked about Cross Valley Link open up Petone Beach to be the next Oriental Bay? Labour list MP Ginny Andersen said the proposed route would take traffic off both the Petone Esplanade and Jackson St, and unleash the potential of Petone beach.
What do you think? Let us know below! Comments may be used unless specified otherwise with NFP (Not for Print)

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2855 days ago

Airport Flyer services from Hutt Valley to Wellington Airport could be scrapped

Reporter The Hutt News

The only direct bus link between the Hutt Valley and Wellington Airport could soon get the chop.
NZ Bus, which operates the Airport Flyer service, said on Wednesday is was proposing to no longer operate the service from Lower Hutt, instead running it between the airport and Wellington Railway … View more
The only direct bus link between the Hutt Valley and Wellington Airport could soon get the chop.
NZ Bus, which operates the Airport Flyer service, said on Wednesday is was proposing to no longer operate the service from Lower Hutt, instead running it between the airport and Wellington Railway Station.
What do you think about this? Let us know below. Comments may be used in print unless specified otherwise with NFP.

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2844 days ago

Ecology and landscapes information session - Eastbourne

Jon from Hutt City Council

Just a reminder that Hutt City Council will be holding an information session tonight in Easbourne about work it's doing to identify and protect valuable natural areas accross Lower Hutt.


It's the chance for property owners with valuable sites identified on their land to discuss these… View more
Just a reminder that Hutt City Council will be holding an information session tonight in Easbourne about work it's doing to identify and protect valuable natural areas accross Lower Hutt.


It's the chance for property owners with valuable sites identified on their land to discuss these sites and ask questions about the next steps.


The venue is East Harbour Women's Clubrooms, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne between 4pm and 8pm.


More information on this work is available via the link below:

2846 days ago

Auction: The Collection of Frank and Lyn Corner

Art & Object

Art & Object is delighted to announce that it will offer the collection of esteemed Wellington diplomats and collectors, Frank and Lyn Corner, in a special auction and event to be held in their hometown of Wellington in March 2018.

Viewing:
On-site at 26 Burnell Avenue, Thorndon. Parking … View more
Art & Object is delighted to announce that it will offer the collection of esteemed Wellington diplomats and collectors, Frank and Lyn Corner, in a special auction and event to be held in their hometown of Wellington in March 2018.

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On-site at 26 Burnell Avenue, Thorndon. Parking may be limited due to the residential location.
- Wednesday 14 March, viewing by appointment
- Thursday 15 March, 10am - 4pm
- Friday 16 March, 10am - 4pm
- Saturday 17 March, 10am - 4pm

View the online catalogue here.
Learn more

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2855 days ago

Medals

Rosalie from Wainuiomata

Hi anyone know anything about Medals or can tell me where I can get some information. I just had a visit from my brother from the UK and he has handed me two identical medals that belonged to my father they are very grey and dirty so I hope I have not done the wrong thing as I cleaned one of them … View moreHi anyone know anything about Medals or can tell me where I can get some information. I just had a visit from my brother from the UK and he has handed me two identical medals that belonged to my father they are very grey and dirty so I hope I have not done the wrong thing as I cleaned one of them up a bit. on the medals is a Picture of a naked man on a naked horse, well it has no saddle bridal or reins is what I mean. it has the date 1914/1918 the reverse side it has the profile of king George, and round the edge, is George IVS. V BRITT: OMN: REX ET IND: IMP: the ribbon it is on, is blue edges to yellow and orange in the middle. I do not even know if this ribbon goes with these medals I do not know anything about these neither does my brother who has now returned to the UK.
Can anyone tell me where to go to find out or where to start. Many thanks

2848 days ago

Join the buzz with electric vehicles

Grace from Hutt City Council

Meet #LeadingTheCharge as they travel north from Bluff to Cape Reinga.
Ask about electric vehicle ownership, check out the cars and if you fancy, there will even be a selection of cars available for you to test drive.
12 - 4pm, Thursday 22 March
Dowse Square, Laings Road, Lower Hutt

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2849 days ago

Cirque Grande is coming to Lower Hutt!

Cirque Grande

Cirque Grande is a brand-new circus on its very first tour in New Zealand and performing in Lower Hutt from 8th – 18th March! The big top will be based at Avalon Park.

An all new circus sensation presenting world class acts from around the globe, it brings a fresh and exciting new look to the… View more
Cirque Grande is a brand-new circus on its very first tour in New Zealand and performing in Lower Hutt from 8th – 18th March! The big top will be based at Avalon Park.

An all new circus sensation presenting world class acts from around the globe, it brings a fresh and exciting new look to the circus in NZ. You will be amazed and dazzled, you will fall off your seat laughing, you will gasp in awe and fear! With award winning acts from international circus competitions, this show really is an unmissable event – book now!
Find out more!

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2850 days ago

The Bottomline on ROI Workshop

Complete Learning

A rare opportunity to learn from the world's top expert on measuring the financial return on Learning & Development, Organisational Development and Human Resources programmes. Nobody knows more than Patti Phillips does.

As the world's leading expert in this field, Patti has worked… View more
A rare opportunity to learn from the world's top expert on measuring the financial return on Learning & Development, Organisational Development and Human Resources programmes. Nobody knows more than Patti Phillips does.

As the world's leading expert in this field, Patti has worked with organisations in 70 countries and has authored over 50 books on accountability.

Join Dr Patti Phillips at Cliftons Wellington - Tuesday 15th May 2018.

ROI = Return On Investment
Find out more!

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2850 days ago

Build your business with social media

BNZ

Want to tap into the power of social media to grow your business? Then check out these tips on how to harness the latest trends, choosing the right social media channels, outsourcing and more – so you can use social as a powerful tool to engage with your audience, drive sales, and build your … View moreWant to tap into the power of social media to grow your business? Then check out these tips on how to harness the latest trends, choosing the right social media channels, outsourcing and more – so you can use social as a powerful tool to engage with your audience, drive sales, and build your brand. Find out more

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2850 days ago

Family Colour Walk and Fun Day

Melissa Zgomba from Waiwhetu Kindergarten

The Family Colour Walk and Fun Day is on THIS SUNDAY 11 March at Te Whiti Park from 1pm – 4pm.

Join the Colour Walk and enjoy a fun afternoon at the park with bouncy castles, slides, mini jeeps and food trucks plus free activities for the kids.

Tickets: $20 family pass / $10 adults/ $6 … View more
The Family Colour Walk and Fun Day is on THIS SUNDAY 11 March at Te Whiti Park from 1pm – 4pm.

Join the Colour Walk and enjoy a fun afternoon at the park with bouncy castles, slides, mini jeeps and food trucks plus free activities for the kids.

Tickets: $20 family pass / $10 adults/ $6 children. Family pass includes two adults and three kids, plus three paint packs.
Buy your tickets online to save time on the day (see link below)

We hope you can join us!

2851 days ago

Go wherever, take whatever

Hyundai

No matter where your family is going, and what you’re taking with you, the Santa Fe will get you there. Now available from RSP $49,990 + ORC* Find out more

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2851 days ago

Natural heritage protection - information sessions

Jon from Hutt City Council

Council is in the early stages of strengthening protections for important native flora and fauna habitats and coastal and inland landscapes and features.

Council is now starting a series of drop-in information sessions for property owners who have had potential sites identified on their land. The … View more
Council is in the early stages of strengthening protections for important native flora and fauna habitats and coastal and inland landscapes and features.

Council is now starting a series of drop-in information sessions for property owners who have had potential sites identified on their land. The sessions provide additional opportunities for affected property owners to have one-on-one discussions with Council staff, ecologists and landscape architects.

The first drop-in session is at the Kelson Community Centre, 5A Timaru Grove, Kelson between 4 and 8pm on Wednesday 7 March.

Another will be held at East Harbour Women’s Clubrooms, 145 Muritai Drive, Eastbourne between 4 and 8pm on Monday 12 March.

A Wainuiomata session will be announced once a date and venue have been confirmed.

More information is available via the link below.

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