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I've recently been on a bit of tirade because for months now I have been receiving weekly junk mail in my letterbox, despite having two signs requesting No Junk Mail and No Ad Mail Please. This week I finally decided to do something about it.
It occurred to me that if it was … View moreHi guys,
I've recently been on a bit of tirade because for months now I have been receiving weekly junk mail in my letterbox, despite having two signs requesting No Junk Mail and No Ad Mail Please. This week I finally decided to do something about it.
It occurred to me that if it was happening to me then maybe others in the area were getting unwanted ad-mail too? Receiving unwanted mail is always slightly frustrating, but particularly so when you're trying to decrease the demand for paper mail and 'do your bit' for the planet. (One resident in Christchurch collected junk mail for a year and found it stacked up to around 7kg and was nearly two meters high!)
If you're experiencing this problem and want to do something about it then you can contact the Mailbox Helpline on 0800 111 081. It helps them to know what kind of junk mail is being delivered, so they can trace it back to the relevant contractor.
If you don't have a No Junk Mail / Circular / Ad-Mail sign but would like one, you can get a free sticker for your mailbox by making a request through letterboxer.org.nz or, if you simply prefer to get your ad-mail electronically you can use, ecomailbox.co.nz
If there were an earthquake tomorrow, would you know what to do? How would you get home if you work outside of Upper Hutt? How could you help your family? Where would you go for help or information? How could you help your community?
You can learn all of this at an interactive, FUN … View moreIf there were an earthquake tomorrow, would you know what to do? How would you get home if you work outside of Upper Hutt? How could you help your family? Where would you go for help or information? How could you help your community?
You can learn all of this at an interactive, FUN emergency preparedness course run by the Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO). This is a FREE course open to anyone 14 years and over! This course is for you whether you just want to learn more about how to be better prepared, how to help others in an emergency or if you want to go further and be a WREMO volunteer for something awesome to put on your C.V!
When: 4x sessions, Monday evenings 12th June – 3rd July
Where: Upper Hutt Library
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
The Wellington Regional Strategy Committee, which includes the region's mayors, agreed on Tuesday to advance plans to build a 12,000 seat arena. Wellington concert promoter Phil Sprey suggested Petone could be a good alternative for such a place. What do you think? Does Petone need an arena? … View moreThe Wellington Regional Strategy Committee, which includes the region's mayors, agreed on Tuesday to advance plans to build a 12,000 seat arena. Wellington concert promoter Phil Sprey suggested Petone could be a good alternative for such a place. What do you think? Does Petone need an arena? Or would that be too much? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
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The traditional sausage sizzle fundraiser is being given a healthy makeover as part of a scheme to improve Kiwis' health.
Healthy Families is trying to convince charities to sell healthier foods, rather than the traditional fried … View moreThanks for your comments everyone! Replies are now closed.
The traditional sausage sizzle fundraiser is being given a healthy makeover as part of a scheme to improve Kiwis' health.
Healthy Families is trying to convince charities to sell healthier foods, rather than the traditional fried sausages on white bread with tomato sauce. What do you think? Do we need to make sausage sizzles healthier or is this messing with a Kiwi tradition? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print).
The Wellington Jazz Festival is fast approaching and to celebrate we have two tickets to give away for the June 9 show by Grammy-award winning artist Dianne Reeves. Keen? Comment below with what you're looking forward to at the festival or email editor@huttnews.co.nz with "Dianne Reeves … View moreThe Wellington Jazz Festival is fast approaching and to celebrate we have two tickets to give away for the June 9 show by Grammy-award winning artist Dianne Reeves. Keen? Comment below with what you're looking forward to at the festival or email editor@huttnews.co.nz with "Dianne Reeves giveaway" in the subject line and contact details in the body. Entries close noon on Tuesday June 6. Good luck!
What do you think would be a good lunchbox option for councillors? Fish or curry wouldn't be great in the room.
Older side-by-side style, works well - suitable for pet meat or beer fridge etc. Free for removal. Text me on 021 454-964 if interested.
We are celebrating the annual Civic Awards and are calling for nominations!
If you know of any outstanding, long-term volunteers you would like to nominate, download a nomination form from huttcity.govt.nz/civicawards
There are categories for community services, cultural affairs, educational … View moreWe are celebrating the annual Civic Awards and are calling for nominations!
If you know of any outstanding, long-term volunteers you would like to nominate, download a nomination form from huttcity.govt.nz/civicawards
There are categories for community services, cultural affairs, educational services, recreation, social services and youth activities.
There is also a Youth Services Award celebrating young volunteers aged 15 to 25.
Nominations close 5pm, Friday 2 June.
Thursdays 1.15 pm to 2.00 pm
Fun way to get some exercise into your daily routine. Childcare available while you exercise. Koha donation.
Hello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry … View moreHello neighbours! Visit Home & Interiors and find two halls packed with inspiration and unique products, plus an exciting array of exhibitors offering their expert advice on the hottest home trends. Discuss your project, gather ideas and avoid mistakes by learning directly from the industry specialists.
Take advantage of special offers - only available at the show - and enjoy a friendly atmosphere at Wellington’s finest exhibition venue. 9-11 June, TSB Arena and Shed 6, Wellington. We would love to see you there!
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
We are urgently looking for people to help our current volunteers every week day morning up at the inn, to assist with cage cleaning. You will be rewarded with endless kitten loves. If you can spare a few hours please email us for an application - no experience needed : ) info@kitteninn.org.nz
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