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Rain, hail or shine - the Normandale Residents Assn runs the Inorganic rubbish collection today...Paid subscribers only. [Memberships taken as you dump your inorganic.]
Scientist and educator Marie Buchler was the first Kiwi woman to set foot on the Antarctic mainland.
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Visited Dowse Art Museum, took note of the Pataka [food storehouse] and decided to research further.
1856 Pataka is built for Wi Tako Ngatata of Te Mako Pa just south of todays Naenae Railway station.
1861 Wi Tako leased land to William Beetham artist 1809-88 and agreed Beetham to cared for the … View moreVisited Dowse Art Museum, took note of the Pataka [food storehouse] and decided to research further.
1856 Pataka is built for Wi Tako Ngatata of Te Mako Pa just south of todays Naenae Railway station.
1861 Wi Tako leased land to William Beetham artist 1809-88 and agreed Beetham to cared for the Pataka.
1880 George Beetham inherited Lodge Court Te Mako Hutt and the pataka.
1884 George Beetham married Frances Annie Kate LEVIN related to Vogel and Riddiford.
1887 Wi Tako died in Petone.
1888 George and Frances Beetham moved to Wellington and took the Pataka with them. Great visitors site.
1912 George and Frances Beetham moved to England. The Pataka was moved to Beethams homestead Brancepeth Wairarapa.
1982 Hugh Beetham of Brancepeth donated the Pataka back to the People of Lower Hutt.
THAT is the short story.
[enclosed photo of Wi Tako Pataka at Brancepeth.]
At the Johnsonville Community Centre from 5:00pm–6:30pm Sun 10 Nov 2019. Come and hear the leader of the New Conservative party, Leighton Baker speak on the hot topics of the day. There will be time for questions and answers with complimentary tea and coffee served after the meeting. Other … View moreAt the Johnsonville Community Centre from 5:00pm–6:30pm Sun 10 Nov 2019. Come and hear the leader of the New Conservative party, Leighton Baker speak on the hot topics of the day. There will be time for questions and answers with complimentary tea and coffee served after the meeting. Other meetings are planned around the greater Wellington area in the following electorates: Otaki, Mana, Rimutaka, Hutt South, Wellington Central and Rongotai.
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Hi everyone,
I have these porcelain décor jars in reasonable second hand condition. One of the leaves on the lid on both of the jars have been chipped or come off (as pictured).
The jars are strawberry themed and would be suitable as salt and pepper jars or as room decoration.
This cute elephant plush toy is in near new condition. Little kids will love cuddling up to him and playing with him as he is nice and soft.
He stands about 25 cm high and is about 25 cm wide.
Hi everyone,
The case and disk are in great condition with only minor scratches that doesn't affect the usability of the disk. Was made for older versions of windows but runs fine on my windows 10 laptop, may need to run it through compatibility mode which is very easy to do.
Game … View moreHi everyone,
The case and disk are in great condition with only minor scratches that doesn't affect the usability of the disk. Was made for older versions of windows but runs fine on my windows 10 laptop, may need to run it through compatibility mode which is very easy to do.
Game description:
In 1986 the world shook with the force of the largest nuclear accident ever. Twenty years later the repercussions are only just beginning. New life breathes new terror into an environment of fear and an invisible enemy reveals the true face of violence. Welcome to a world of mutation and montrosity where no man's land becomes one man's land.
Welcome to Chernobyl. Where man made hell.
- Begin your descent into the huge and twisted hell of a post nuclear Chernobyl.
- Attempt to survive the radioactive hazards of the zone using combat, stealth, trading and communication.
- Scavenge hunt and shoot your way through the vast challenges of multiplayer via LAN or online.
- Encounter the dark mutated threats of an open world teeming with artificial life governed by real world physics
An assessment of how the Wellington Region's cities - including Lower Hutt - will meet future housing demand has just been released.
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Wellington's East by West ferry company is aiming to have the Southern Hemisphere's first fully elec…
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The Minister for Seniors Tracey Martin has released the new strategy for our ageing population, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034.
Like the rest of the developed world, New Zealand has an ageing population. This means there are some things we must consider … View moreHi Neighbours!
The Minister for Seniors Tracey Martin has released the new strategy for our ageing population, Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034.
Like the rest of the developed world, New Zealand has an ageing population. This means there are some things we must consider and prepare for as a country.
Better Later Life takes a fresh look at what is required to ensure New Zealand is a great place to age and achieve the vision of making sure older people lead valued, connecting and fulfilling lives.
The strategy's key areas for action will be used to guide the priorities of what needs to happen in our action plan.
To read the strategy click here: bit.ly...
The project team replacing the water pipe in Duncan Street needed to temporarily turn the water off to progress construction today.
Water was planned to be off between 10am - 2pm today, however the work is taking longer than planned, so water is expected to be on again at 4pm.
River-stone markers are the perfect way to identify your freshly planted seeds and seedlings, while adding a decorative touch to your vegetable garden.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
Our ed Jo McCarroll and our ezine Get Growing editor Rachel Clare recently recorded the very first NZ Gardener podcast. Jo and Rachel talked about what's going on in their own backyards and suggested some edible crops you can sow and grow yourself. Jo gave a masterclass in planting tomatoes, … View moreOur ed Jo McCarroll and our ezine Get Growing editor Rachel Clare recently recorded the very first NZ Gardener podcast. Jo and Rachel talked about what's going on in their own backyards and suggested some edible crops you can sow and grow yourself. Jo gave a masterclass in planting tomatoes, the pair discussed peeing on lemon trees and keeping cats out of your vege beds, and Rachel talked to a Central Otago gardener who has to deal with extreme temperatures, extreme drought... and temperamental donkeys. You can also follow the conversation on Spotify and Stitcher. Let your friends know too!
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