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He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.
Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and … View moreHe's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.
Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.
There is currently a residential sprinkler and irrigation system water ban. If we are going to enjoy our water all summer long, we need to look after it, now. See how at loveeverydrop.nz
UPDATE: NO TRAIN STRIKE TOMORROW
We are pleased and relieved on behalf of Metlink customers that the strike tomorrow has been called off. All rail services will run as normal.
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Due to exceptionally high demand and limits on supply, there is now a ban on household use of garden sprinklers and other unattended irrigation systems in Lower Hutt, Porirua, Upper Hutt and Wellington, until further notice.
Cyber Smart Week is all about doing just one thing to keep your data safe. Doing more than one will help even more! So, what’s your one thing? Vote below..
Pack your goggles and flippers and float into Capital E’s under-the-sea Christmas experience. Hang out with the mer-elves in Santa Claw’s sparkly underwater grotto, swim under glowing jellyfish or hold a shell up to your ear and relax to the sound of the sea. There’s lots of … View morePack your goggles and flippers and float into Capital E’s under-the-sea Christmas experience. Hang out with the mer-elves in Santa Claw’s sparkly underwater grotto, swim under glowing jellyfish or hold a shell up to your ear and relax to the sound of the sea. There’s lots of creative and imaginative fun to be had during Christmas Tidings at Capital E. Don’t forget to find the Christmas Corals!
A local male barbershop chorus that regularly competes in America is busy honing a repertoire for a pre-Christmas charity performance in Lower Hutt.
Vocal FX President Jared Lee says the December 2 concert for Te Omanga Hospice and the community work of Rotary Hutt Valley will feature songs … View moreA local male barbershop chorus that regularly competes in America is busy honing a repertoire for a pre-Christmas charity performance in Lower Hutt.
Vocal FX President Jared Lee says the December 2 concert for Te Omanga Hospice and the community work of Rotary Hutt Valley will feature songs they performed to recently win a Pan-Pacific title in Sydney against barbershop choruses from Japan, Australia and around the Pacific.
Lee says Vocal FX draws its 18-35 year-old members from all over the Hutt Valley and Wellington. True to barbershop's 1870s (and 1930s revival) roots, it's mainly about getting together with others who love to sing a cappella, where the voice is the only instrument.
They perform songs of those original black southern quartets, with flexing of melody to produce wonderful harmonies in 'swipes' and 'snakes'.
"But we also do a New Zealand take on things, and we make quite a splash when we compete in America. We bring in songs from Samoa and other Pacific Islands, R & B, fun show songs and so on.
"Our diversity and local flavour is something close to our heart," Lee says.
And this is not a choir that stands still. "There can be a lot of dancing and movement," Lee says. "It's all about the total performance, not the voices alone."
Launched in 2003 with less than a dozen members, Vocal FX now has up to 50 regulars and up to 40 have made four trips to the USA in the last decade to compete against the cream of barbershop choruses from around the world. The Hutt concert is the last before Vocal FX begins preparations for competing in Orlando, Florida in 2018.
There's extra reason for sports fans to tune in for the Hutt concert. Two polo shirts signed by Olympic rowers Eric Murray and Hamish Bond will be raffled on the night.
* Vocal FX Charity Concert for Te Omanga Hospice, Saturday 2 December, Hutt City Church, Marsden St, 6.30pm. Tickets $25, ph or text 027 484 8892, email jonewlove8@gmail.comor go to Eventfinda.co.nz
If you have one password you use for everything and hit ‘remind me later’ when an update pops up on your phone, you’re not alone. For many, cyber safety is something we know is important, but feels too hard or a hassle to do something about.
Fortunately, keeping your data secure is much … View moreIf you have one password you use for everything and hit ‘remind me later’ when an update pops up on your phone, you’re not alone. For many, cyber safety is something we know is important, but feels too hard or a hassle to do something about.
Fortunately, keeping your data secure is much easier than you’d think. Cyber Smart Week is happening around New Zealand from 27 November to 1 December and it’s all about doing one thing to make a big difference. The Cyber Smart website has all the tips you need to get your family and workmates on board.
It's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE … View moreIt's no surprise that Neighbourly members love their cats - but we want to know how you celebrate the festive season with them.
Is Santa bringing your cat a present? Will she be served something special or an extra treat or two? Take our 2 minute survey and we'll send you a FREE sample of our new FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS, just for taking part!
Available in small treat serves, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS are the perfect treat for your feline friend this Christmas.
Wishing every Kiwi Cat a very Merry Christmas from FANCY FEAST.
Saturday 25 November marks White Ribbon Day, an annual event drawing attention to men's violence towards women. New Zealanders are taking The Pledge and making a commitment to stand up, speak out - and act.
Have you watched our film Raise Our Men? Featuring interviews with nine Kiwi men, … View moreSaturday 25 November marks White Ribbon Day, an annual event drawing attention to men's violence towards women. New Zealanders are taking The Pledge and making a commitment to stand up, speak out - and act.
Have you watched our film Raise Our Men? Featuring interviews with nine Kiwi men, it demonstrates that change is possible when men are shown and supported to choose a different respectful path. You'll find clips on our website.
Choose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to … View moreChoose Kind is the movement inspired by the story, Wonder. The movement encourages people to create and spread more kindness in the world by inspiring people to practice random acts of kindness every day. Want to join the movement too? It’s easy.
Go to choosekind.org.nz and sign the pledge to show your commitment to start choosing kind. Don’t forget to share your pledge on your social channels and spread more kindness into your world! Check out movie trailer & NZ movie times now.
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Want to win tickets to see Wonder? We have 5 double passes to give away! Just like or thank this post and we'll put you in the draw! Winners contacted 4 December.
Neighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! … View moreNeighbourly members - catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend. Head in store for your FREE 6”x4” photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.
PS - Don’t forget about our Black Friday Deals available online and in store!
CALLING ALL BOATIES: Boat Jumble Car Boot Sale is happening this Saturday 25th November!
Come on down to Seaview Marina and sell, swap or donate any unwanted boating/sailing/fishing gear! Anything boating related; from equipment to safety gear to books!
AND bring your life-jackets for a FREE … View moreCALLING ALL BOATIES: Boat Jumble Car Boot Sale is happening this Saturday 25th November!
Come on down to Seaview Marina and sell, swap or donate any unwanted boating/sailing/fishing gear! Anything boating related; from equipment to safety gear to books!
AND bring your life-jackets for a FREE check! Friendly Wellington Harbour staff will check your life-jackets for free, just look for their trailer!
For more info, email our Harbour Ranger on James.Allen@gw.govt.nz
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is happening this Sunday between 6pm and 7pm.
No need to sign up or download an app. Just check your phone is on them list of capable makes and models and ensure your updates are up to date.
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St Joseph's Venturer Scouts are back for another year of lamington fundraising. This year they aim to sell 1000 dozen of the sweet treats and the lamington making is being done with the assistance of Matt and his team at Centa Bakery, Lower Hutt.
The lamingtons cost $15 a dozen and come in … View moreSt Joseph's Venturer Scouts are back for another year of lamington fundraising. This year they aim to sell 1000 dozen of the sweet treats and the lamington making is being done with the assistance of Matt and his team at Centa Bakery, Lower Hutt.
The lamingtons cost $15 a dozen and come in chocolate, raspberry or half and half. To order yours, call Gerald Carter on 527 7780
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