Matiu/Somes Island, Lower Hutt

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3090 days ago

Fun video-based challenges for kids

MindLab Kids

MindLabKids.com has launched, meaning your creative little ones need never be bored at home again. Sign them up now for a safe, educational online experience featuring hilarious characters, things to make and do, fun video challenges and more. We can’t wait to see what your little ones create! Learn more

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3091 days ago

Keep the kids entertained with Robin Hood a merry theme for school holidays

Reporter The Hutt News

If you are looking for something to do over the school holidays, check out Robin Hood at the Hutt Repertory Theatre.
It is a story we all know well. Robin Hood, the outlaw of Sherwood Forest, leads a merry life with his followers. Anyone who is hungry or needs a place to live is welcome in the … View more
If you are looking for something to do over the school holidays, check out Robin Hood at the Hutt Repertory Theatre.
It is a story we all know well. Robin Hood, the outlaw of Sherwood Forest, leads a merry life with his followers. Anyone who is hungry or needs a place to live is welcome in the ...

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3091 days ago

Capital E’s School Holiday Activities

Capital E

Capital E is jam-packed with great activities for children and young people aged 0-14 during the July School Holidays. From inspirational 360 Degree Filmmaking to musical adventures in live performance, and an awesome installation themed around story-telling to making your own soap opera. There’s… View moreCapital E is jam-packed with great activities for children and young people aged 0-14 during the July School Holidays. From inspirational 360 Degree Filmmaking to musical adventures in live performance, and an awesome installation themed around story-telling to making your own soap opera. There’s something creatively juicy for kids of all interests and ages to bite into!

Head to capitale.org.nz to book for an amazing school holiday experience.
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3092 days ago

Great teaching happening in our communities

Teach NZ

The winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our … View moreThe winners of the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards have been announced. The Awards celebrate New Zealand teachers, leaders and communities who are working together to improve outcomes for our children and young people from around the country. Please join us in congratulating all our winners for sharing their inspirational journeys, and find out about their achievements at the link below. Learn more

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3092 days ago

GARDENA Gardener of the Year

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Nominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a … View moreNominations are coming in thick and fast! Are you a gardening superhero or perhaps you know one in your neighbourhood? Tell us why you or someone you know deserves to be our 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year. We're looking for community leaders, inspiration mentors, the driving force behind a vege-growing food bank or someone who is beautifying their town or restoring wasteland. It could be anything... basically if a gardener has inspired you, let us know! Include your name and phone number plus contacts for the nominated gardener, or for a contact person if it's a group.

You can send nominations to 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year, NZ Gardener, PO Box 6341, Wellesley St, Auckland. Or enter on our website, nzgardener.co.nz

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3093 days ago

Take part in our FreshChoice Health & Beauty survey and WIN!

FreshChoice New Zealand

How often do you workout? What are you concerned about when buying food? How often do you take health supplements? How much sleep do you need each night?

Take the FreshChoice Health & Beauty Survey today and you could win one of five $50 FreshChoice vouchers!
Take the survey now

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3094 days ago

Grab early bird savings for the NZ Craft & Design Show!

NZ Craft & Design Show

Back in Wellington after a three-year hiatus and with a whole new look and feel, the NZ Craft & Design Show brings the best of craft and design from all over New Zealand. Includes Kalsbeek creative crafts, gifts, wellbeing, fashion, jewellery, papercrafts and cottage industry including a large … View moreBack in Wellington after a three-year hiatus and with a whole new look and feel, the NZ Craft & Design Show brings the best of craft and design from all over New Zealand. Includes Kalsbeek creative crafts, gifts, wellbeing, fashion, jewellery, papercrafts and cottage industry including a large offering of Toi Maori and many places to stop for inspiration and entertainment.

Early bird ticket offer - use the code EARLYBIRD for 40% off entry prices.

Save the dates for the show: Friday 28 July – Sunday 30 July 2017.
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3095 days ago

Irish 'Lion cubs' spread message of friendship

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from The Hutt News

The Lions might be the talk of the town, but a band of Irish rugby players is making a big impression at clubs around Wellington.
While the Ulster junior sevens team's tour might have been somewhat overshadowed by the British and Irish Lions, the parallel tours are no coincidence.
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The Lions might be the talk of the town, but a band of Irish rugby players is making a big impression at clubs around Wellington.
While the Ulster junior sevens team's tour might have been somewhat overshadowed by the British and Irish Lions, the parallel tours are no coincidence.
The ...

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3096 days ago

"It's like saying goodbye to an old friend" - Fire Service gets new name

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

From today our Neighbourly page will be re-named to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

Watch this ONE News clip to find out why...

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3097 days ago

Free family day at City Gallery on 8 July!

Hannah from City Gallery Wellington

Visit City Gallery for a day of free, fun art activities that the whole whānau can enjoy.

Participate in interactive storytelling and waiata performances with Timotimo in the Colin McCahon exhibition. Watch short animated films from Square Eyes Foundation. Create a brightly coloured abstract … View more
Visit City Gallery for a day of free, fun art activities that the whole whānau can enjoy.

Participate in interactive storytelling and waiata performances with Timotimo in the Colin McCahon exhibition. Watch short animated films from Square Eyes Foundation. Create a brightly coloured abstract painting inspired by Petra Cortright's exhibition. Play with our giant magnet boards to design some quirky chairs. Make a badge. Draw, colour and write on the LOOk! activity cards at the Art Cart.

Date: Saturday 8 July 2017
Time: 11am to 4pm
Where: City Gallery Wellington, Civic Square
Cost: Free
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3097 days ago

Lions fever isn't quite over! Let us know your highlights while the tour's been here in the Hutt

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

The Lions are finishing up their time in the Wellington and this week, we want to hear about how the tour's been for you so far. What have your highlights been? How does it compare to what you remember from the last tour? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For … View moreThe Lions are finishing up their time in the Wellington and this week, we want to hear about how the tour's been for you so far. What have your highlights been? How does it compare to what you remember from the last tour? Comments may be used in print unless stated otherwise with NFP (Not For Print)

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3106 days ago

Have your say on the Ōtaki to north of Levin project

New Zealand Transport Agency (nzta)

The NZ Transport Agency are looking at options to upgrade State Highway 1 (SH1) between Taylors Road, Ōtaki to north of Levin all the way up to just south of the Manawatu River. We want to hear from our stakeholders and communities what’s important to you, what issues you think should be … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency are looking at options to upgrade State Highway 1 (SH1) between Taylors Road, Ōtaki to north of Levin all the way up to just south of the Manawatu River. We want to hear from our stakeholders and communities what’s important to you, what issues you think should be addressed, what opportunities you see and any other ideas you have for the Ōtaki to north of Levin project.

Find out more and have your say online or come along to one of our community events running throughout June 2017.
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3098 days ago

Share your skills and transform lives

Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA)

Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives… View more
Want to share your skills through volunteering? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. We accept volunteers aged 25-75.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance. Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA.
Register now

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3099 days ago

Do you know anything about the history of Hutt Swimming Club? They're on the hunt to find out about the club's early years.

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

One mystery over the origin of the Hutt Swimming Club has been solved and the club is now keen to find out more about its early history.
The club is looking to celebrate its 100th birthday when the Huia Pool extension opens in late July.
President Robert Gibb said very little was known about … View more
One mystery over the origin of the Hutt Swimming Club has been solved and the club is now keen to find out more about its early history.
The club is looking to celebrate its 100th birthday when the Huia Pool extension opens in late July.
President Robert Gibb said very little was known about known about its early history, other than a reference in an old handbook to 1926.

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3098 days ago

Have your say on bus hubs in Kilbirnie and Johnsonville

Community Engagement Advisor from Greater Wellington Regional Council

We want your views on the locations of two new bus hubs in Kilbirnie and Johnsonville.

The new bus hubs are part of Wellington’s new and better bus network - arriving mid-2018. Most buses will travel through these main stops as well as connect passengers with other routes.


You can submit… View more
We want your views on the locations of two new bus hubs in Kilbirnie and Johnsonville.

The new bus hubs are part of Wellington’s new and better bus network - arriving mid-2018. Most buses will travel through these main stops as well as connect passengers with other routes.


You can submit your feedback during the public consultation, which is open until Friday 14 July 2017.

Visit www.metlink.org.nz... to view proposed location options for Kilbirnie and Johnsonville, then complete the online survey to let us know what you think.

Contact us on 0800 801 700 or info@metlink.org.nz for more information or to request a copy in the post.

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