Podcasts about Lower Hutt

A hāngī isn't an everyday meal for most people, but Lower Hutt local CJ Collier has set out to make it just that. 

Javier Murcia's got his hands full rather literally. The sculptor is a master at casting in clay and bronze, the intricacies and subtleties of the human form. In this episode, he chats with Kadambari Raghukumar about his explorations in form and beyond. Hearing Javier Murcia talk about his process as he breaks down each step of making from clay, a human figure, sounds like a class in anatomy. It's close.In this episode of Here Now, Kadambari Raghukumar chats to the sculptor in his studio at Avalon Studios, Lower Hutt, about everything from Spain to Wellington, traversing his personal and artistic journey.Between recording his 5 hour long full-render sessions for his online sculpting workshops, to casting hundreds of his signature figurative pieces, Javier Murcia has been up against time, and that's nothing new. A scan around his studio and it's easy to see how prolific he has been. Javier's best known for figurative sculpture, a testimony to his acute understanding the human body and movement – from the poses to the proportion.Murcia was born in Spain and moved to New Zealand to explore work in the film industry, ending up at Weta Studios for several years in an "amazing bubble" as he calls it.Working with the human form though, goes back to an interest from his childhood, growing up surrounded by books on anatomy, thanks to a physiotherapist father. While it could seem figurative sculpting is more relatable the more realistic it is to the real human form, but that's not the case Javier says – whether, distorted or keeping with reality, it's a language unique to the maker.Part of Javier's more recent exploration is a newer collection that plays with with enamel, sand, epoxy resin, and a diametric move away from his work with human form. He calls it MaTI – or Matter and Time - they're large, intriguing, circular pieces of illuminated and textured work - outcomes of his curiosity to see where, if pushed, his skills and artistic language can take him.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

A man is due to appear in court on Wednesday accused of ramming three police vehicles and injuring five officers in Lower Hutt. Reporter Nick James spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

New investigations are underway into a Lower Hutt sewage plant with a recurrent stench. Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann.

OPINION What is it with Prime Ministers from Auckland giving us a bad rap? First it was John Key telling us we were dying. He of course was right - he just got his decades wrong. Now we have Christopher Luxon calling us "lame-o". I haven't heard that phrase since the 90s, but that aside, he's dead right. Why? Well last year the government announced it would be offering councils the opportunity to sign up to what they called 'regional deals'. These would be a 10 year plans based on a 30 year visions which would provide a range of options for funding. Maybe toll roads, maybe a new train line, a new tunnel. Whatever it might be, the idea was to try to help the regions with the high cost of infrastructure and unlock a bit more productivity. It's a great idea. The government invited councils across the country to come up with ideas by the end of February from which it would select five regions to put forward for more in depth proposals and eventually a truckload of cash. Basically this was free cash for a big idea. It was a very good opportunity for Wellington. But guess what... we didn't even suggest anything. Eighteen proposals were submitted last month but none were from the Wellington region. Well Prime Minister Christopher Luxon didn't like that. That's where the lame-o comment came from. Luxon said every other region has been able to work together for the last six months while Wellington hasn't even shown up with a proposal.. Chris Hipkins even criticised our councils too. He said our councils need to get it together. What this really demonstrates to me is that our councils simply can't work together. How often have we said we need a super city? How often do we discuss the fact that our Mayors are not all on same page? Look at Wellington Water. They couldn't keep track of all these cost blowouts and they couldn't agree on whether to sack chair Nick Leggett. And now we find they can't agree on what is essentially free money for a big project. The rest is history, well not quite history. The name calling isn't stopping.. Wellington mayor Tory Whanau said the comments were “poor form” for a Prime Minister. "With due respect Prime Minister we will deliver a deal it'll just be on our time frame. We are determined to get this right," Whanau said. Why does she think its the council's job to dictate timeframes to a government wanting to dish out free cash? Apparently they were told by the Crown observer to concentrate on their water issues and not to put a submission together. Because its really clear our councils have been focused on water.... come on. Whoever you want to listen to, it's clear the relations between the government and Wellington councils have sunk to a new low. They keep trading jabs. What is it with the Wellington region? Why is it that they can't work together for something as simple as putting a proposal together to get some money from the government? And why do we have to keep talking about combining Porirua, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Wellington into one council? If ever we needed confirmation that this is required for us to grow it's this week. No unanimous decision on the future of Wellington Water and no discussion to submit something to the government's regional deals. These deals were quite literally money for nothing and we didn't even want it. Frankly we are lame-o for not grasping that with both hands. This just confirms to me how desperately we need one council. One council table to take the region forward, not four. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pens, gluesticks and exercise books may seem like absolute basics for a child in a classroom but many kids are relying on donated stationary to start the school year. A community-run group in Lower Hutt has been pulling together school stationary packages to donate to whanau - and says demand is higher than ever. The group's organiser says it has received 170 requests for donated packs since the start of the year - and one school says it can be the difference between a child going to school or staying home. Bella Craig reports.

Thousands of commuters in Lower Hutt are caught up in congestion that's lasted hours after a crash on the Wainuiomata Hill Road this morning. It's the only road in and out of the valley that's home to more than 20,000 people. Ruth Hill spoke to Lisa Owen.

Lower Hutt's Popeyes chicken is proving to be so popular, it has had to bring in traffic management to stop long queues from its drive-through and carpark spilling onto the road. Ashleigh McCaull went to check it out.

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Mystery and intrigue is rippling through a Lower Hutt community where, over the past week, random letterboxes have been stuffed with literature - much of it, 80s erotic fiction. Lauren Crimp has been investigating.

There are many things you don't expect in life, a deer eating your rose bush is one of them. Deer Stalking Association chief executive Gwyn Thurlow spoke to Alexa Cook.

As foodbanks struggle to stay afloat, a Lower Hutt community has turned to growing its own kai to feed whanau in need. Seeds of Hope, a programme run by Oasis Church in Naenae and funded by local and central government, has built more than 200 garden boxes in backyards from Upper Hutt to Wainuiomata, feeding about 800 whanau. Lauren Crimp paid one of those gardens a visit.

Residents of a Lower Hutt suburb suffering with a foul stench from the nearby wastewater treatment plant say they've noticed a huge difference since a deodorizer was turned off. Ashleigh McCaull reports.

Local councils will come under greater scrutiny next year as the Government cracks down on what it says are nice-to-haves. Clutha mayor Bryan Cadogan, Gisborne mayor Rhette Stoltz, and Lower Hutt mayor Campbell Barry spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A manhunt is underway after the fatal shooting of a man believed to be a former gang boss in Lower Hutt yesterday. Police say the dead man and the alleged gunman have gang links and knew each other - with the offender still on the loose. Ashleigh McCaull reports - a warning, some listeners may find this story upsetting.

Police have launched a homicide investigation after a man was shot in the Lower Hutt suburb of Naenae. Emergency services were called to Seddon Street at 3:20pm after a man was found in the street with critical injuries. Reporter Lauren Crimp spoke to Lisa Owen. 

A manhunt continues on Wednesday morning after a person was shot dead in the Lower Hutt suburb of Naenae. Reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A first-year teacher with a passion for rowing has secured Wainuiomata High School this year's Aon Emerging School Scholarship Award. Gordon Milne didn't want costs to be a barrier for students keen to pick up an oar at the low-income Lower Hutt school. The scholarship contributes $5000 each year toward an eligible school. Rowing - a notoriously intense, not to mention expensive, sport for high school students to partake in - has never been an option for those attending Wainuiomata High. Gordon has worked hard to secure grants and other funding to get the students this far. And has given hours of his personal time to make sure the students can get to their trainings and on the water. He hopes to foster a love of the sport and soon have the crew ready to compete in their first regatta.

A company in Lower Hutt has made a major step towards creating fusion energy, by creating what's called fusion plasma - super heated gas that can lead to the next steps in creating clean energy. OpenStar Technologies founder and chief executive Dr. Ratu Mataira spoke to Alexa Cook.

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Around 200 diplomats, visiting Americans, and interested political junkies packed into the US Ambassador's residence in Lower Hutt to watch events unfold. Political reporter Giles Dexter went along.

BOB'S BEST BUYS Taylors Jaraman 2022 Shiraz $26 Why I chose it: I needed a big rich Aussie red to match my braised lamb shanks. Taylors is my “go to” wine producer when I'm looking for a classic Barossa-style red (this is made from a blend of Clare Valley and McLaren Vale grapes). What does it taste like? An intense wine with rich, ripe berry-fruit, vanilla, black pepper and chocolate/mocha flavours. Why it's a bargain: It delivers more bang for the buck than just about any other red wine I can think of. I don't know how they can make a wine of this quality at such a modest price. Where can you buy it? The Good Wine Co., Auckland $25.99 Whiskeyonline, Auckland $25.99 Winesale.co.nz, Lower Hutt $25.99 Food match? Braised lamb shanks or similar hearty roast lamb dishes Will it keep? It is delicious now but should become even mellower and more complex in a few years. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Chris Luxon says the Government is open to discussing whether to ban language and symbols related to the Nazis. It comes after individuals involved in a Mongrel Mob tangi procession in Lower Hutt on Tuesday openly used the term ‘sieg heil', commonly known as a Nazi chant meaning ‘hail victory'. Sociologist Paul Spoonley isn't sure a full ban would be enforceable. "I think banning doesn't address underlying problems - and I would say the same about swastikas and Nazi salutes as I would about the gang patches." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businesses say the gag worthy smell coming from the Lower Hutt's Seaview waste water treatment plant is disgusting and off putting for customers. People living and working in the seaside suburb north of Wellington have been battling the pong for years, and recently, a second deodoriser has brought into try and kill the stench. Earlier this year work was completed on the plants bioflilters to help with the smell - but locals say it's still wiffy and a fire in the sludge dryer in September added to the problem. Anthony Coomer, who works at motorsport seat manufacturer Racetech on Barnes St, about 300m from the waste water treatment plant spoke to Lisa Owen.

Business owners near Lower Hutt's Seaview Wastewater treatment plant say the installation of a second deodoriser cannon is doing little to mask the persistent faecal smell coming from the plant. Locals have been kicking up a stink over the problem which they say has become steadily worse over recent years. Bill Hickman has more.

There's claims the Government needs to show its justification for intervening in Wellington City Council. It's appointing a Crown observer - claiming it is financial mis-management for the Council to plan to fund water infrastructure from rates revenue - rather than debt, using a Government tool. Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry notes the Government only made its funding tool available in August, not June when the council decided its Long Term Plan. Barry says this doesn't add up. "What I think should hopefully clear up the matters is for the minister to release the advice that he received from officials - so we can all see and understand it in its full context." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government's intervention of Wellington city council has raised questions about what this might mean for other councils. Ingrid Hipkiss spoke to Lower Hutt mayor, Campbell Barry.

No-one has yet been charged over the death of "Baby Ru" in Lower Hutt one ago year today. He was the victim of a brutal assault that shattered his tiny skull. The police in Wellington still have six full-time investigators working on the case, and insist they are zeroing in on the person - or persons - responsible. Ruth Hill reports.

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Residents in Lower Hutt say they're shutting themselves indoors and turning off the air con to stop themselves becoming physically sick from yet another wave of putrid odours emanating from the beleaguered Seaview wastewater treatment plant. They say smells of faeces and rotting eggs are making them dry retch. Lauren Crimp has more

Kia Ora e te whānau! Simply put, Daniel Jones is heaps good at running, so good that at the start of the year he transitioned from being an elite runner supported by a brand to being a professional athlete on an international team. Matt spoke to Dan from his home in Lower Hutt, off the back of his first USA and European season as part of the Adidas Terrex team. We discuss Western States, CCC, just how fast the OCC is, the surprises and challenges of being a professional runner, and his deep and abiding relationship with Hayden Hawks. We also discuss Dan's newsletter, and the arc of the professional career. Dan Jones rules! And so does this conversation. Best Enjoyed Running. Daniel Jones on Instagram Lessons from The Long Run Adidas Terrex Sign up to the DCR AidStation newsletterDirt Church Merch!The Squadrun 4 Week Training Trial for DCR Listeners!Inia Raumati Kia Mau Kia Ora Dirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook Further Faster New ZealandEnjoy!Music by Andrew McDowall, Digicake Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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It's 40 years since a revolutionary exhibition put te ao Ma¯ori on the global stage, displaying Maori taonga in New York, back in 1984. Te Maori exhibition was considered a milestone. It toured the United States before returning to Aotearoa to tour here. Kura Moeahu is a cultural advisor as well as Chair of Waiwhetu Marae in Lower Hutt. Mihi sat down with him, to find out what has changed in the four decades since Te Maori burst onto the international stage.

Lower Hutt's Mayor says the Wellington region isn't out of the woods and still may face acute water shortages this Summer. Nick James reports.

New targets set by the Social Development Minister will see a greater proportion of spending on employment programmes go towards those on Jobseeker benefits, rather than those not on a benefit at all. Louise Upston who announced the change in Lower Hutt this morning said she wants to put beneficiaries first in the queue for help. 1.1 billion dollars is available for employment support schemes. Political Reporter Russell Palmer was there

Heavy rain warnings were in force Monday morning for the lower North Island, as the weekend's wet and boisterous north-to-westerly winds continued. Lower Hutt mayor Campbell Barry spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An advocate says there needs to be a major shakeup of the rules around heritage buildings.   Local Government New Zealand President Sam Broughton says current legislation means it's hard to take action on vacant buildings.   A remit has been passed at the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington, asking for stronger powers.   Lower Hutt's Voluntary Heritage Group Convenor Phil Barry told Mike Hosking heritage rules are too tight.   He says once a building is on the list, even if it becomes run down, it's almost impossible to get it removed.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Meg's Mum thinks Meg is the biggest celeb to come out of Lower Hutt. Clint and Dan get her on the show to test her theory. Cassie Henderson hits the spot. Fin Butcher joins the show to show off his gold medal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's Only Fans, Clint talks about how he defended his wife in an awkward encounter. Who is more famous than Meg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellington water insists it's working "at pace" to keep the environmental impact of a broken sewerage pipe in Lower Hutt to a minimum. Deputy mayor of Lower Hutt Tui Lewis spoke to Guyon Espiner.

On today's episode, the Paris games have come to an end, we look back on the best moments with Barry Guy and Felicity Reid who are in Paris, we also hear from the parents of double gold medallist Ellesse Andrews, the Police Association wants responsibility for firearms reform taken off ACT Minister Nicole McKee, Chris Cahill joins us, Wellington water insists it's working "at pace" to keep the environmental impact of a broken sewerage pipe in Lower Hutt to a minimum, deputy mayor of Lower Hutt Tui Lewis joins us, and we cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

In just over a year pre-employment service 'I'm In' has grown to have two offices, one in each half of the country, and a newly opened centre in Lower Hutt, placing 50 people in jobs in its first seven weeks.

Taylor Henderson speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about buying his own house - he also renovated it himself as well. The once rundown character cottage that used to sit in Lower Hutt is now in Featherston.

A GP clinic in Lower Hutt, which was forced to stop face-to-face consultations for most of its 9000 patients because of staff shortages, has hired a second doctor. But the future of High Street Health Hub remains uncertain, with authorities not ruling out cancelling its funding unless it can improve patient care. Kate Green reports.

Locals said High Street Health Hub sits empty, doors closed, with no nurses and one part time doctor based at another clinic left on its books. A former staff member said the corporate business model and stressful working conditons have driven away staff, Kate Green reports.

As the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State Care delivered its findings to the governor-general last week, a survivor of abuse is busy using his experience to help others, Jimmy Ellingham reports.

Thousands of patients at a Lower Hutt clinic have been told they can't have face-to-face appointments for now after most of its doctors and nurses resigned. Desperate patients from High Street Health Hub say they've been unable to enrol elsewhere as other local practices have closed their books. Ruth Hill has more.

We sometimes talk about the power of one person to make a difference. Well an idea a Lower Hutt woman had some thirty years ago has gone on to help thousands of kiwis - and all by harnessing the power of community.