Podcasts about Lower Hutt

Concerns too many young people are finding it too hard to find a job. 15.2% of young people in the labour force are now unemployed, while 13.8% of all young people aren't in any employment, education, or training. Youth Inspire works to get young people in Lower Hutt into jobs. Chief Executive Zainab Ali told Ryan Bridge many of the people they're working with are really struggling. She says there's a rhetoric out there that if someone wants to work there's a job but promises this isn't the case. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A treasure trove of movie history has gone under the hammer in Lower Hutt, with items from a private Wellington cinema being sold off. Time Cinema was owned by John Bell who died earlier this year and featured thousands of items including human sized projectors and thousands of movies. Nick James reports.

Lower Hutt firefighters say they can't get to fires fast enough because a key station has been closed for nearly four years, while the union says there are stations in Auckland and Tauranga with similar issues. 

"A slap in the face". That's the response from a Resene worker over the latest pay offer from the paint company to its factory workers. Employees, unions and supporters gathered outside Resene's head office in Lower Hutt this morning. They say most workers are currently just over minimum wage - but they're demanding to be paid the living wage. Nick James reports.

The NZ Junior Girls Rugby Festival is taking over Wellington this weekend. Organised by Global Games, the event sees 62 teams from across the country travel down to Lower Hutt's Fraser Park for a three-day competition. D'Arcy was joined by the tournament's founder, Tyrone Campbell, to preview the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We need to talk about why we're persisting with having so many local body politicians. We clearly have too many positions, don't we? I mean, just look at how many people are winning their seats at the moment. The elections are this weekend - look at how many people are winning their seats without any elections, without anybody standing against them. With more than 200, that's 1 in every 7 council races. So Hurunui already has its mayor, even though the elections are this weekend. It's Marie Black, no one's standing against her. Manawatū already has its mayor, Michael Ford, no one's standing against him. There are more than 80 councillors who are already elected across the country, there are several on the Southland Regional Council already elected. Lower Hutt, Southland, Buller, Stratford, Marlborough councils, two of Auckland's councils already elected - unopposed - as well as 3 of Christchurch's. There are also empty seats that no one wants to fill in community boards in the Rotorua Lakes, New Plymouth's Kaitake, Clifton as well, rural Hastings, Hanmer Springs, Twizel, and Mataura. What that tells you is that you have more positions to fill than you have people who want to fill those positions. Now, please have a look at your voting papers and vote if you can. I voted in Auckland already, right? I had 1 vote for mayor, I had 1 vote for council, and then I had up to 7 votes for my local board. I didn't vote 7 times for my local, I didn't know who all of those people were. I knew about 5 of them and at least 2 of them I knew for bad reasons, so I didn't want to vote for them. So, you know, I think we clearly are asking too much. And by the way, in Auckland, we have 172 local board politicians by the end of this process, and I'm not even counting the local licensing board. The most junior of which, the ward councillors, get paid more than $54,000 each. Now, I think looking at all of this, we are well overdue tipping all of this up and changing it and massively reducing the number of people that we're paying to do probably not a lot. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Black Power member accused of killing a former gang president in Lower Hutt has had his charges withdrawn. Wipuhara Kapene was accused of murdering Albert Enoka after he was shot dead at a Naenae property in Seddon Street on 10 December last year. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Lisa Owen.

There could be more cases of judges handing back seized gang patches to gang members convicted of wearing them in public. Law professor Al Gillespie says the law allows discretion for judge, and they'll use it. This week, a judge ordered police give back a patch seized from a Lower Hutt gang member. Police Minister Mark Mitchell calls the decision disappointing and confirmed police are appealing. But Gillespie says the judge was within his rights to make the decision. "We could see more, I think that's quite possible. And if you do disagree with it, that's fine - but change the law." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one small step for SpaceX, one giant leap for New Zealand's fledgling space industry. A rocket bearing a first-ever experiment built in Lower Hutt has lifted off from Cape Canaveral. The mission, called Hēki, will plug onto the outside of the International Space Station. Scores of scientists and others watched the launch on a screen at a Victoria University facility in Lower Hutt this morning. Phil Pennington reports.

A Lower Hutt worker who's been sleeping in his car at the Petone foreshore for five months says it is taking a toll on his health. Reporter Nick James has more.

In Pacific Waves today: Protest in support of West Papua prisoners ends in chaos; Māori community win after years-long battle over sand mining; NZ local elections heats up in Lower Hutt; Pacific leaders attend one year anniversary of Māori Queen. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The four candidates vying to be Lower Hutt's next mayor faced off on Monday night in a debate in front of around a hundred voters. Nick James reports.

Ken Laban joins Ric & Chappy to chat all things NRL, including previewing the Warriors v Titans, plus the lads chat about his mayoral campaign in Lower Hutt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummarySam returns from a Lower Hutt conference with tales of old hotel birds, dodgy bars, and delicious Malaysian food, while Chris has been hunched over his computer with a sore hand.We learn about Putin's poo suitcase, cortisone injections, political river perks, and some wild Kickstarter gadgets that catch the guys' attention.Chris shares the incredible story of a woman who regained her sight using a tooth in her eye, and the duo dives into bizarre AI scams, true crime, and the fallout from Chimp Crazy. All this and much more in this week's episode!LinksPutin's Pooping SuitcaseRiver perks for vice president Kickstart or Dropkick - G'AMI'EKickstart or Dropkick - Radiant IIGained Eyesight With ToothCrowded House Releases StatementChimp Crazy Lady Sentenced Homeless woman organ donation problem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lower Hutt parking machines are going cashless because of ongoing theft and vandalism. Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry spoke to Corin Dann.

Disappointment, at the lack of people putting their name forward for October's council elections. Several people have been elected unopposed around the country. They include three of Christchurch's 16 councillors, two of Auckland's 20 councillors, and five of Lower Hutt's 13 councillors. Lower Hutt's outgoing mayor and the Vice President of Local Government New Zealand Campbell Barry says it's a less-than-ideal situation. He says the environment may be putting many people off standing, but a high-profile mayoral race can help drive interest. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every day, millions experience a bit of Kiwi creativity thanks to Christopher Yu. He left New Zealand for London 25 years ago as a tax attorney, but after being made redundant, he followed his nose to a new role, leading companies that transform perfume and candles into experiences of storytelling and design. Now, after decades at the center of Europe's luxury fragrance world, and with some encouragement from his mum in Lower Hutt, Christopher Yu is coming home to help redefine Kiwi luxury.

The government has announced changes to election rules, ending the ability to enrol on election day - something 110,000 people did last election. Is this a reasonable move, or could it risk disenfranchising some would-be voters? Also, the government has instructed Sport NZ to scrap its guidelines on transgender participation in sport, which directed sporting bodies to allow trans people to participate as the gender they identify with. Now, individual sporting bodies will make their own decisions on trans inclusion. Is this the right call? To answer those questions, broadcaster Mark Sainsbury and Lower Hutt mayor Campbell Barry joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Pacific Waves today: Samoan NZ sports veteran to run for Lower Hutt mayor; Micronesian summit begins in Majuro this week; US set to implement tax on remittances; Tonga's health ministry still grappling with cyberattacks. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Wellington's metropolitan councils have agreed to replace beleaguered Wellington Water with a new stand-alone entity. Lower Hutt mayor Campbell Barry, who chairs the Wellington Water Committee, says unlike Wellington Water, the new entity will own the infrastructure itself. He spoke to Corin Dann.

This one has it all — Scott Waldrom, one of the most explosive loose forwards to play the game, jumps on for an absolute ripper of a chat and does not hold back. From growing up as a rugby super fan idolising his hero's to playing with legends like Jonah Lomu, Jerry Collins, Christian Cullen and Justin Marshall, to getting dropped from Sevens after a scrap in Lower Hutt, Scooters career is full of highs, lows, and unreal yarns.We talk about:His early days which involved plenty of battles with younger brother Thomas WaldromDebuting with Jonah Lomu and being starstruck in trainingGetting told he was too small for NPC and proving everyone wrongNational Nude Day and bar vouchers Being told his foot injury meant his rugby career was over — and then making it backGetting named in the All Blacks squad and wondering if he belongedThe brutal truth about injuries, pressure, drinking culture, and bouncing backCoaching with the NZ Sevens, a scary health scare and life after footyHonest, hilarious, and full of insight — this one's got everything. A top man with a stack of stories. Scooter Waldrom is an absolute lad!EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/whatalad Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guaranteeTo get $100 worth of free bonus bets sign up to Betcha now at https://www.betcha.co.nz/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is TechWeek, which is Aotearoa's biggest celebration of technology and innovation. Events are being held across the country to explore the rapidly changing tech sector, Mario Wynands started PikPok in a flat in Lower Hutt nearly 30 years ago and now it's New Zealand's biggest game development and publishing studio. So how much has the gaming industry changed over the years, how valuable is it as an export earner. and is it a smart career for your kids to get into? PikPok CEO Mario Wynands spoke to Jesse.

Wellington's Mr Green franchise brings environmentally friendly cleaning practices to schools, offices, and commercial spaces across the Lower Hutt region. Call 0800-674-733 or visit https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

From open-plan office spaces to schools and retail outlets, Mr Green (0800 674 733) brings big-company processes and small-business service to commercial premises across Lower Hutt. Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

Keep your office squeaky clean with Mr Green! These Lower Hutt cleaning pros are here to make your workspace sparkle - so you don't have to. Call 0800 674 733 now!Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

If you own or manage a commercial property in Lower Hutt, Mr Green (0800 674 733) offers a locally managed professional cleaning service that incorporates the latest eco-friendly practices and products. Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

From offices to gyms and retail outlets, Mr Green (0800 674 733) offers advanced cleaning processes and eco-friendly products to businesses across the Lower Hutt region of New Zealand. Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

If you're looking for reliable, high-quality commercial cleaning services in Lower Hutt or a surrounding part of the Hutt Valley, Mr Green (0800-674-733) offers a unique business model that guarantees satisfaction. Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

If you're looking for industry-leading commercial or office cleaning in Lower Hutt, Mr Green (0800 674 733) offers some of the latest hygiene protocols combined with eco-friendly products. Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more information. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

Moving out? Mr Green (0800-674-733) helps you leave on a high note and get your bond back.Click https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt to book your end-of-lease cleaning. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

The mother of Lower Hutt toddler Ruthless-Empire Ahipene-Wall, who died after suffering a fatal fractured skull, has spoken about the day her son was killed 18 months ago today. Baby Ru, as he was known, died at Hutt Hospital on October 22 2023. The homicide investigation into his case is ongoing. In an exclusive interview with RNZ Crime correspondent Sam Sherwood, baby Ru's mother Storm Wall said not a day goes by that she doesn't think about what her little boy has missed out on.

Keep your school or office sparkling and productive with Mr. Green's commercial cleaning services! Call them at 0800-674-733 today! Go to https://local.mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz/cleaning-lower-hutt for more details. Mr Green City: Wellington Address: 85 Cortina Avenue Website: https://mrgreenwellingtoncleaning.nz

Lower Hutt mayor Campbell Barry, who entered local politics at just 19 and became mayor at 28, has decided to step down.   

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.

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 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.