Kelson, Lower Hutt

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1798 days ago

Grooves up or down? Decking debate settled

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.

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1797 days ago

“The Look of Love” at Circa Theatre

Circa Theatre

Award-winning Ali Harper is bringing her show The Look of Love to Circa Theatre from 23 Jan – 20 Feb!

Showcasing the extensive hit songs of the one and only Burt Bacharach, prepare to be wowed as Ali delivers a non-stop feast for the heart and soul.

‘I Say A Little Prayer,’ ‘Close To … View more
Award-winning Ali Harper is bringing her show The Look of Love to Circa Theatre from 23 Jan – 20 Feb!

Showcasing the extensive hit songs of the one and only Burt Bacharach, prepare to be wowed as Ali delivers a non-stop feast for the heart and soul.

‘I Say A Little Prayer,’ ‘Close To You,’ ‘Anyone Who Had A Heart,’ ‘Alfie,’ ‘Walk On By,’ ‘What The World Needs Now’ all made famous by the likes of Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick, Aretha Franklin, Karen Carpenter and Cilla Black.

“Genuine charm and vocal prowess” Theatreview, Christchurch

“Do yourself a favour, treat yourself to a ticket and witness a masterful artist at work.” Backstage, Christchurch.
Book Now

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1797 days ago

RiverLink Open Day

RiverLink

Our next open day is Saturday 13 February 2021 at the Lower Hutt Event Centre Foyer.
It’s an opportunity for you to see how the indicative plans are looking for improvements to river health, flood protection, amenities and transport connections in Lower Hutt.
Find out more

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1801 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This week we are featuring the kingfisher, with words and a picture from Louise Thomas. They are often hard to spot but are one of the most beautiful birds you will see.

"Sacred kingfishers/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) seem special to me. A lightning flash of brilliant blue as they nip down … View more
This week we are featuring the kingfisher, with words and a picture from Louise Thomas. They are often hard to spot but are one of the most beautiful birds you will see.

"Sacred kingfishers/kōtare (Todiramphus sanctus) seem special to me. A lightning flash of brilliant blue as they nip down from the power lines over the river or one of the posts they like to perch on to snatch a crab or little fish – the strike operation takes only seconds, barely breaking the water. I’ve almost given up trying to catch one on my camera diving. They are ruthless with their food, smashing in on their post, presumably to kill it, before swallowing it whole. I haven’t seen him for a few months, but I had one who liked to visit the garden off and on. He was a loveable, if badly behaved, guest, throwing up indigestible crab bits and staking out the compost bin where a mouse lives – he used to watch it with such intensity, like he was trying to use his mind meld powers to make the mouse run out. Come to think of it, I haven't seen the mouse for awhile either. Hmmm. Here is a young chap (an immature) with his chest still mottled from Pauatahanui the other day."

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1803 days ago

Way Back Wednesday

Reporter Community News

Wet, wet , wet. It is obviously a flood but what is going on here?

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1798 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1799 days ago

Beginner Classes in Scottish Country Dancing

Diane from Epuni

10-week beginners course in Scottish Country Dancing starts Monday 1st February at 7.30pm. Course to be held at St. David's Church Hall, Seddon Street, Naenae. See attached poster for more information.

Beginners Poster 2021.pdf Download View

1800 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Churchill

Reporter Community News

This weeks story is about an ex SPCA pet called Churchill, who found a new home with his new mum Danni.

"We adopted Churchill back in November and he has been an absolute darling! He settled in really well. He loves a lot of attention, which is great because I mostly work from home, so he is … View more
This weeks story is about an ex SPCA pet called Churchill, who found a new home with his new mum Danni.

"We adopted Churchill back in November and he has been an absolute darling! He settled in really well. He loves a lot of attention, which is great because I mostly work from home, so he is basically my new best friend. We are really pleased to have him in our family."

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1800 days ago

Pet of the Day: Ninja

Reporter Community News

Our Pet of the Day today is Ninja who lives with Tracy Pattle.
"This is Ninja he sleeps like this all the time very chilled out as he takes his cat nap."

If you want your pet featured, email us on yourpet@dompost.co.nz with a recent photo. Please remember to say what suburb you are from.

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1804 days ago

Garage sale

Craig from Wallaceville - Whitemans Valley

Garage sale:
35 Murray Street, Wallaceville
16 January 8-10am
Books, clothes (kids), collectibles, antiques, kids toys & games etc, some china, EPNS items....
Lots of great bargains!

See you then!

1803 days ago

Come on Wellingtonians, start scanning!

Reporter Community News

Stuff Wellington is launching a campaign to get people to start using the
Covid-19 tracer app.
New Zealand is still exposed to the new, more contagious, strains of Covid-19 despite the Government recently bolstering its border and pre-departure defences.
The number of daily Covid-19 tracer app … View more
Stuff Wellington is launching a campaign to get people to start using the
Covid-19 tracer app.
New Zealand is still exposed to the new, more contagious, strains of Covid-19 despite the Government recently bolstering its border and pre-departure defences.
The number of daily Covid-19 tracer app scans has dropped from one million a day, at its height, to the current low of 300,000.
That means that if the more contagious variants get into the community, it will be hard to trace contacts.
Are you scanning? If not why not?

If you do not want your comments used by Stuff please put NFP.

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1800 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
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1800 days ago

Smiths City BYOD Sorted

Smiths City

Dreaming of the kids being back at school? Start planning for it today. Find out more

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1809 days ago

Fire breaks vs WRC efforts

Byron from Naenae

Who has noticed there are no firebreaks left around the hills of Naenae?
I know they look like a scar on the landscape - but they do serve a purpose ..luckily enough we have not had any fires lately - *recalling the years of fires dotted over the hills at Guy Fawkes etc ** - but IF we get any fires… View more
Who has noticed there are no firebreaks left around the hills of Naenae?
I know they look like a scar on the landscape - but they do serve a purpose ..luckily enough we have not had any fires lately - *recalling the years of fires dotted over the hills at Guy Fawkes etc ** - but IF we get any fires in the hills over what may be a very hot summer at times...
there is now not a lot that would help slow the beast - nor much easy access for the services to get there..jus sayin....
Cmon WRC lockdown long over and I am sure there are plenty of staff able to get the toys out and go clear our firebreaks again....

1801 days ago

How to create your own blackboard city

The Team from Resene ColorShop Naenae

Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. … View more
Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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