Taita, Lower Hutt

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Borrow it!

Wanting to use a tool but don't want to buy it? Ask your neighbours if they have it here.

3139 days ago

Do we need to make sausage sizzles healthier? Tell us what you think!

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

Thanks 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 … View more
Thanks 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).

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3136 days ago

Love jazz? Enter our giveaway!

Eleanor Wenman Reporter from The Hutt News

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!

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3133 days ago

Hutt mayor gets a roasting over 'sham' living wage decision

Sharron Pardoe Reporter from The Hutt News

What do you think would be a good lunchbox option for councillors? Fish or curry wouldn't be great in the room.

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3132 days ago

KITTEN INN

Martina from Belmont

Very sad indeed! Some people are scum of the earth!
Gates were locked, someone jumped the fence,smashed the safe,stole money. Then broke into our High Tea Room abs stole stuff. Bastards!

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3134 days ago

Timmy still missing!

Martina from Belmont

Timmy still hasn't come home about 2 mths later. Quite sure he is on a neighbours property of 10 acres.
Area is from just below Sweetacres and up past the school in Hill Road.

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3156 days ago

Free Fridge/Freezer

Linda from Stokes Valley

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.

Free

3135 days ago

Civic Awards

Grace from Hutt City Council

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 more
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 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.

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3134 days ago

Women's Zumba at Great Start Taita

Alison Pihema from Great Start Taita

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.

3134 days ago

Are you building or home-renovating?

Home & Interiors Ltd

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!
Learn more

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3134 days ago

Wall tiles

Trish from Naenae

i'm looking for some wall tiles. Loft Beige 200x333 batch 301-N code #H265B. if anyone has any spare to sell or give away. please call or txt me 0211578554. I need them as i have done some renovations in bathroom and need to finish the wall.

3134 days ago

KITTEN INN

Martina from Belmont

Gold Coin Neuter Donation
Sunday June 25tg, 2017
Email: info@kitteninn.org.nz
I will be volunteering & helping out at The Vets for this.

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3135 days ago

Street Light Problem in Naenae

Hutt City Council

Thanks for all your patience while there are some street light outages in Naenae.

Wellington Electricity is working on a fixing a circuit fault that has prevented street lights switching on at night in the following streets - Waddington Drive, 204 south including Shearer Crescent, Collett … View more
Thanks for all your patience while there are some street light outages in Naenae.

Wellington Electricity is working on a fixing a circuit fault that has prevented street lights switching on at night in the following streets - Waddington Drive, 204 south including Shearer Crescent, Collett Street, Wilkie Cres, Seddon Street west to Naenae Road Wheatley Street to Benge and Gibson Crescents, Seddon Street to just past the Seddon Street shops, Waddington Drive to Judd Crescent.

Wellington Electricity, who is responsible for finding solutions to circuit issues, will continue to work on finding the cause of this problem and we will update you as things progress.

3135 days ago

Our native trees need your help

Ministry for Primary Industries

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 more
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 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
Find out more

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3136 days ago

Help Needed!

Susan McNair from Kitten Inn

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

Free

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3136 days ago

Koha Cafe Menu for Friday 2nd June 2017

Alison Pihema from Great Start Taita

Come on down for some delicious food and a cuppa ....

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