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You’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along … View moreYou’ve been in your brand new home for over a year now…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t prepared for smart technologies like home automation for lighting, security and entertainment; let alone equipped for solar and electric vehicles. OH NO!
Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. It’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team. Register now.
Grab a bargain and fill your bookshelf up in time for summer at our big 3-day book sale!
War Memorial Library, 2 Queens Drive
Thursday 24 November, 10am-8.30pm
Friday 25 November, 10am-8.30pm
Saturday 26 November, 10am-5pm
Books, magazines, DVDs and more from 50c to $3.
The Warehouse is supporting New Zealanders affected by the recent earthquakes by accepting donations at every checkout coinbox for The Red Cross. Donations will be accepted until Sunday 18 December and all funds raised will go directly to help earthquake relief. The Warehouse appreciates the … View moreThe Warehouse is supporting New Zealanders affected by the recent earthquakes by accepting donations at every checkout coinbox for The Red Cross. Donations will be accepted until Sunday 18 December and all funds raised will go directly to help earthquake relief. The Warehouse appreciates the generosity of its customers in helping their fellow Kiwis at a time of need.
You decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and … View moreYou decorate your tree for Christmas right? How about your...letterbox?
Announcing the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition - a partnership between us (Mike Pero Real Estate) - and our friends at Neighbourly. It's pretty simple; we're challenging you to head down your driveway and decorate your letterbox for the festive season! Share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before 11 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
The footpath and road on the corners of Waterloo Road and Bloomfield Terrace is closed as a safety precaution. This follows council receiving a report from the structural engineers checking the Queensgate Mall regarding damage to a section of the car park building.
Some Queensgate shops are open.… View moreThe footpath and road on the corners of Waterloo Road and Bloomfield Terrace is closed as a safety precaution. This follows council receiving a report from the structural engineers checking the Queensgate Mall regarding damage to a section of the car park building.
Some Queensgate shops are open. Queensgate PostShop/Kiwibank, BNZ, and Salute Hair and Day Spa on Queens Drive (adjacent to Queensgate) are open. Countdown Queensgate and Zampelles are also open. If you have questions about Queensgate please visit queensgateshopping.co.nz or www.facebook.com...
Due to the closure of Waterloo Road bus stops 8160 (Waterloo Road at Queensgate) and stop 9160 (Waterloo Road at Bloomfield Terrace) are closed until further notice.
Bus users are asked to use the main bus stops at Bunny Street if travelling to Petone, or Queens Drive outside Cash Converters for R130 to Naenae or R150 to Kelson. Customers for Naenae or Kelson may also choose to use bus stop 9162 (Cornwall Street at Queens Grove).
Routes affected: 130, 150, 160*, 170*
*Routes 160 & 170 are only diverted travelling to Lower Hutt, and NOT to Wainuiomata which are unaffected.
For up to date information on road closures and recovery updates visit the link below
If you live in the Hutt and want more accessibility to physical activities, this would be a great meeting for you to attend! It's a good opportunity to talk about the types of physical activities you want to see in your community.
Struggling to find the perfect present? Find the joy in gift giving and make your own!
Stokes Valley Library staff will be showcasing a wonderful selection of craft books and activities to get you inspired about what you can make for your loved ones.
Stokes Valley Community House
Friday 25 … View moreStruggling to find the perfect present? Find the joy in gift giving and make your own!
Stokes Valley Library staff will be showcasing a wonderful selection of craft books and activities to get you inspired about what you can make for your loved ones.
Stokes Valley Community House
Friday 25 November, 7pm (all ages welcome!)
For more information and to book a spot phone 04 562 9050 or pop into to Stokes Valley Library.
Red Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
… View moreRed Cross team members have been working in Kaikoura to link households with services and essential supplies. They're also on hand to provide wellbeing support for those who are struggling with the quake's impact or for people who have just been told they can't stay in their homes.
"There's so much food and stuff gone, but we're alive - that's the main thing," says Kaikoura resident Diane Edkins (pictured) who finds out whether her house is given the all-clear while a Red Cross volunteer is with her: www.redcross.org.nz...
Please donate to Red Cross' November 2016 Earthquake Appeal at www.redcross.org.nz... Thank you for your support.
Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Udy Street in Petone remains closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia street due to a blown culvert. Wellington Water are arranging an inspection tomorrow. Once the inspection is complete, we will advise when that section of the road will reopen.
The Silverstream Landfill will be closed tomorrow… View moreUdy Street in Petone remains closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia street due to a blown culvert. Wellington Water are arranging an inspection tomorrow. Once the inspection is complete, we will advise when that section of the road will reopen.
The Silverstream Landfill will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday 16 November), as trees have blocked access to the landfill. However rubbish and recycling will be collected as usual.
RIVERS & STREAMS
Waiwhetu Stream is now within its banks. Residents who were advised to evacuate can now return to their homes. They need to be aware of any risks. Council Building Officers will do a door-to-door knock on Wednesday to assess damage. Any concerns contact Hutt City Council 04 570 6666
ROADS
Wainuiomata Hill Road: both southbound lanes to Wainuiomata are open. On the sided of the road there is a slip and a downed pole, so be cautious.
Eastern Hutt Road: both lanes now open. Surface flooding under Silverstream Rail Bridge – drive with care.
SH2 northbound Petone - Ngauranga is open, but reduced to one lane - heavy traffic, expect delays
WELLINGTON HARBOUR FERRY UPDATE:
The harbour ferry is sailing this afternoon.
Due to repairs and inspection completed at Days Bay Wharf the harbour ferry will be operating to a restricted timetable departing Queens Wharf at 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
Departing Days Bay at 4:55pm, 5:55 pm and 6:50 pm.
No sailings in or out of Seatoun.
Has your home been damaged by the recent earthquakes? Click here to make a claim with EQC.
Completing the Eastern Bays Shared Path is a high priority for Hutt City Council. We want to provide a safe and connected network.
We know this path is important to the local community too. We would like to invite local people along to an open day to give feedback on options for the shared path. … View moreCompleting the Eastern Bays Shared Path is a high priority for Hutt City Council. We want to provide a safe and connected network.
We know this path is important to the local community too. We would like to invite local people along to an open day to give feedback on options for the shared path. You will be able to find out more about the project and talk to members of the project team.
Where: Eastbourne Library
When: Saturday 19 November
Time: 10am-2pm
To find out more about the project visit: www.huttcity.govt.nz...
Friday morning high tide is expected at 8:38am.
Based on tonight's experience, and with similar weather expected in the morning, Marine Drive is likely to be hazardous for approximately one hour each side of this time.
We have contractors on the job now, clearing debris off Marine Drive, … View moreFriday morning high tide is expected at 8:38am.
Based on tonight's experience, and with similar weather expected in the morning, Marine Drive is likely to be hazardous for approximately one hour each side of this time.
We have contractors on the job now, clearing debris off Marine Drive, which has been down to a single lane since about 7:30pm tonight.
If you normally head in to work between 7:30am and 9:30am, it might pay to go in early or late, to be on the safe side.
ROADS AND TRANSPORT
Vehicle access is closed on Daly Street between High Street and Andrews Ave. One side of the footpath is also closed with work to be completed to a building in the coming days.
Udy Street is closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia Street, repairs are underway to a burst … View moreROADS AND TRANSPORT
Vehicle access is closed on Daly Street between High Street and Andrews Ave. One side of the footpath is also closed with work to be completed to a building in the coming days.
Udy Street is closed between Kensington Ave and Britannia Street, repairs are underway to a burst water main.
All other Lower Hutt roads are open.
All public transport is operating.
COUNCIL SERVICES
Silverstream Landfill is closed. It is set to open on Saturday. Fallen trees are blocking the road and up to 40 more trees require removal to ensure no further risk. Kerbside rubbish and recycling collection is going ahead as usual.
All other Council facilities are open.
OTHER SERVICES THROUGHOUT LOWER HUTT
QUEENSGATE SHOPPING CENTRE
Is currently closed until Sunday 20 November. Visit queensgateshopping.co.nz for more info.
WAINUIOMATA MALL / COUNTDOWN WAINUIOMATA
The Wainuiomata Mall is currently closed From today, Countdown will be running a free bus services from Countdown Wainuiomata carpark twice daily to Countdown Petone for local customers. The bus will leave from outside the WINZ office in the Wainuiomata Mall main carpark at 10am and 5pm. It will return approximately an hour later from Petone to Countdown Wainuiomata. Visit Countdown Supermarkets for more info
COUNCIL BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Council officers have completed assessment of the 59 earthquake-prone buildings registered in the city, and one of these buildings requires further inspection by an engineer.
Council officers are now investigating any other buildings that they’ve been notified about.
Concerned a building has structural damage?
If you’re the tenant of a building that you suspect has suffered structural damage please notify the owner in the first instance and then inform Council of the address.
If a building does have structural damage the owner will need to get an engineer’s report, we can advise them on the steps they need to take. We really want to encourage tenants and owners to let us know of any concerns. Contact Council on 04 570 6666 or report it online huttcity.govt.nz/rap
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