Podcasts about Upper Hutt

Wellington City Mayor joins Nick Mills in the studio for his monthly chat, one week out from the amalgamation deadline. Mayor Little takes your calls and Nick's questions including what happens if Upper Hutt doesn't cooperate? Will they be, as Hutt City Ken Laban says, "on the menu"? He says the focus of the amalgamation is keeping constituents connected with their council and avoiding distance others like Auckland experience. Also on the agenda, the arrival of Tiaki Wai's first water bills and Wellington transport issues. Mayor Little says "you've got to wonder" if the second Mt Victoria Tunnel will be completed in his lifetime. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week hear about the busy schedule of the Hutt Valley Orchestra ahead of Sunday's concert and September's orchestral workshop weekend. We chat to violinist Barry Mawer on the Star Cross'd Lovers concert at St James Church, Lower Hutt, the annual orchestra open-invite workshop with tutors from the NZSO and Orchestra Wellington, and get some insight into the life as a member of a large community orchestra. We start the 2016 history series with musician Peter Hall on life in Upper Hutt in the 1960s, with Upper Hutt Libraries Caren Wilton. There's local poetry from Lower Hutt's Margaret Jeune – “The Monks Chair”. And there's the latest music release from Upper Hutt Band Stretch to Mould – “Paper Mache”. You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. johnmacdonaldnz SECTIONS Poem – 1'26” – Margaret Jeune “The Monks Chair” History – 2'57” - Peter Hall – Upper Hutt Memories from the 1960s Feature Story – 25'41” – Barry Mawer – Hutt Valley Orchestra Music – 48'15” – Stretch to Mould – “Paper Mache”

Two Upper Hutt ratepayer advocates were stunned after a uniformed police officer arrived unexpectedly at their home following a complaint from mayor Peri Zee about their communications. Paul and Kate Fabian, who run ratepayer advocacy group NZ Empowered, were surprised when the police turned up at their door - but the case was later closed after it was determined no criminal harassment offence had occurred. Paul Fabian says this experience was 'off-putting' and it's left the pair feeling anxious after the fact. "They turned up with my wife just at home, she was sick at the time...we didn't know why, we didn't understand the reasons for this over there. It was a bit unnerving." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Upper Hutt's mayor is urging other Wellington councils not to force the city into amalgamating against its will. There's little over a week to go before all councils must come up with a plan on simplifying local government. But in the capital, there's still stark disagreement about the details. Wellington issues reporter Ellen O'Dwyer has more.

Upper Hutt developer and founder of Gillies Group Malcolm Gillies joins Nick Mills on the show to discuss the potential closure of Trentham Racecourse. He shares his expertise on the potential of the land but says the racecourse hasn't done it's dash just yet. Gillies says there is still value, it just needs to be bought back to life. Gillies and Mills discuss what could happen, and how it could affect Upper Hutt in the futue. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plans for a Wellington Super City have suffered a major setback, with Upper Hutt Mayor Peri Zee indicating her city is unlikely to join. Local government leaders in the region have been working on an amalgamation proposal to meet the Government's August deadline. Zee signalled her position to the mayoral forum in confidence at a meeting on Thursday, saying she's not convinced the benefits are likely to outweigh the costs. Zee joined Nick Mills on Wellington Mornings to discuss where things sit for her. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time for Mayoral minutes .. where we speak with a local mayor about the challenges they're facing ... how they're working to solve them... and what makes their community special. Today we're heading to Upper Hutt - North of Wellington - from where Mayor Peri Zee joins Jesse.

This week in #TheHuttZone we talk to Lower Hutt based actor, teacher and musician Henry Ashby before he leaves for musical theatre life in London, starting with his Masters Degree at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. Henry is running a give-a-little page to help get him to London - https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-henry-study-musical-theatre-at-lamda-london There are the final memories of Upper Hutt's musical scene in the 1960s from musician Stefan Brown. Recorded in 2016 with Upper Hutt Libraries Caren Wilton. Upper Hutt Heritage .This week it's on the band transformation from Stacey Grove to Ebony. There's grounding poetry from Lower Hutt's Vivienne Ball “A thin place in a Regional Park”. And we have lots of music – from Henry Ashby's Lower Hutt Band SKRAM, from Upper Hutt's Stacey Grove “A Tale of Life” and from Upper Hutt's Toni Baird's entry into the 2006 New Zealand Idol competition “Edge of Seventeen”. You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. SECTIONS Poem – 1'12” – Vivienne Ball – “A thin place in a Regional Park” History – 4'25” – Upper Hutt Memories – Stefan Brown (2016) Music – 17'55” - Stacey Grove – “A Tale of Life” Feature Story – 22'01” – Henry Asby and LAMDA Music – 44'53” - SKARM – “Please give me some peace” Music – 50'30” – Toni Baird – “Edge of Seventeen”

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports and has taken off all over the world, so I thought it was about time I see what all the fuss is about. I headed out to "Love Pickleball", Upper Hutts brand new Pickleball dedicated facility - and the largest in Australasia. I toured around the location, home to ten courts, a shop and cafe and equipped with all the gear you need and coaches. I met with programme manager and coach Will Dewhirst for a crash course of the basics. And find out if Pickleball as great as everyone claims it to be. Check out the video on our Facebook - Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's now helped over two thousand more kids after expanding its operations into Whangarei and Upper Hutt over the years. 

We hear more memories of Upper Hutt's musical scene in the 1950s and 60s from musician Stefan Brown. Recorded in 2016 with Upper Hutt Libraries Caren Wilton. Upper Hutt Heritage There's poetry from Wainuiomata's David Smith “Senior Moments” read by Trentham's Arlene Croft. We hear from Upper Hutt City Mayor Peri Zee who talks to Smarterfocus Productions' Martin Edwards on local government amalgamation plans. And we hear a Katherine Mansfield Short Story “A Little Episode” found through the research of Christopher Mourant King's College London – a 1909 story, about relationships, emotions and attachment. Ending with Kapa Haka music from Upper Hutt Primary School recorded in 2020. Sections Poem – 1'29” – “Senior Moments” – David Smith History – 3'04” – Upper Hutt Memories – Stefan Brown (2016) Politics – 27'34” – Amalgamations – Upper Hutt Mayor Peri Zee Story – 29'35” – Katherine Mansfield – A Little Episode Music – 50'06” – Kapa Haka 2020 – Upper Hutt Primary School

Wellington City Mayor Andrew Little spoke to constituents and officials this morning outlining the way forward for council amalgamation, as only ten weeks remain for the government's deadline. Mayor Little joins Nick on the show this morning to discuss his thoughts and plan as the deadline looms. With talks of a referendum, Little says if he had to decide today, he would go through with the amalgamation of the "core four" - Porirua, Hutt City and Upper Hutt. Nick finds out the latest on Upper Hutt's involvement, the effect on rates, what WCC have learnt from the Auckland Supercity merger and the possible structures that could sustain local voices. Little shares what the next steps look like, including potential of a referdendum. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talk watercolours and wellness with Dawn Dutie ahead of her workshop on Sunday in Upper Hutt, and hear about the art community she's building around her Main Street Art & Gift shop. We see out May New Zealand Music Month, by hearing memories of Upper Hutt's musical scene in the 1950s and 60s from musician Stefan Brown. Recorded in 2016 with Upper Hutt Libraries Caren Wilton. Upper Hutt Heritage We also hear original music from Tom Dorman & Simon O'Dey “Who lit the fire” and from Wicked Fish “Burn the flame”. There's inspirational poetry from Lower Hutt writer Alex Jeune – “A better place” . You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. Sections Poem – 1'16” – “A better place” – Alex Jeune History – 2'48” – Upper Hutt Memories – Stefan Brown (2016) Music – 22'50” – “Who lit the fire” – Tom Dorman & Simon O'Dey Feature – 27'52” – Dawn Duthie Artist – Upper Hutt Watercolours for wellbeing workshop Music – 48'44” – “Burn the flame” – Wicked Fish

The New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa (NZPAA) opened earlier this year out in Upper Hutt, and yesterday Nick was able to tour around the new sports charter school. Follow Nick as he goes through the facilities and classes and speaks with CEO Karen van Gemeren, Principal Ryan Clark and some of the students. Students Emily and Ben share how their experience has been here, compared to their old schools. And tell Nick what the school has been able to do for their budding sports careers. NZPAA has around 85 students and is the country's first dedicated elite sports charter school. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As May is New Zealand Music Month, we celebrate 50 golden years of singing by Hutt City Chorale/Wainuiomata Choir and chat to choir member Hedda Bleasdale ahead of Saturday afternoon's concert at St Mark's Uniting Church, Woburn Road, Lower Hutt. More details from Hutt City Chorale #NZMusicMonth We finish hearing about the history of Cruickshank's Saddle from the research of David Castle. This was in the area of Totara Park, Upper Hutt to the Mangaroa Valley. Thanks to the Upper Hutt Libraries – Upper Hutt Heritage for sharing this on the Recollect Platform. There's poetry from former Wainuiomata based poet Margaret Jeune – “An Encounter”. And lots of local music from former Hutt Valley High School musician Ethan Ziggy Morrison “River”, Lower Hutt's Jonathan & Samuel Berkahn “The Wedding at Dunbar” and from 2018 combined Cantoris Choir & Hutt City Chorale – “Rhythm of Life”. You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. Sections Poem – 1'19” – Margaret Jeune – An Encounter History – 2'49” – Cruickshank Saddle Music – 12'32” – Ethan Ziggy Morrison – “River” cover by Leon Bridge Feature – 15'59” – Hedda Bleasdale – Hutt City Chorale 50 Golden Years Music – 43'14” – “Rhythm of Life” – Hutt City Chorale (Wainuiomata Choir) & Cantoris Choirs Music – 48'22” – Jonathan & Samuel Berkahn – “The Wedding at Dunbar”

People living in Silverstream, in Upper Hutt are divided over whether a road through bush will be a big boost or spell the end for tui and waxeyes living there. Anya Fielding reports.

Tomorrow, Upper Hutt will be transformed back to the age of knights and castles for the Brewtown Bash, a fiercely contested buhurt armoured combat tournament. Put simply, it is medieval-style fighting with axes, swords, full-contact combat, and full suits of armour. There is also a medieval market and live blacksmith demonstrations to really set the scene. Jesse Strawbridge, captain of Ruckus Armoured Combat, joins us to tell us more.

This week we hear about the history of Cruickshank's Saddle from the research of David Castle. This was in the area of Totara Park, Upper Hutt to the Mangaroa Valley. It saw plenty of settler activity from the mid-1800s – saw milling, tunnels, water races and railway lines. We start with two of the earlier landowners of the area – Hon. Henry William Petre and James Duff Cruickshank. Thanks to the sharing of this on the Recollect Platform by Upper Hutt City Libraries – Upper Hutt Heritage. We continue reading Katherine Mansfield's In a German Pension – this week's it's “The Swing of the Pendulum” narrated by Bookstream Audiobook's Harrie Dobby. There's poetry from Lower Hutt's Vivienne Ball – “Glimpses of a Cold Day – Remembering”. And music from former Hutt Valley High School musician Bruce Aitken – “Blue Brush Crush”, from his 2026 Album – The World We Live In. Sections Poem – 1'02” – Vivienne Ball - Remembering Story – 3'01” – Katherine Mansfield – The Swing of the Pendulum History – 24'13” – Cruickshank Saddle Music – 46'59” – Bruce Aitken – Blue Brush Crush

The Government has given an ultimatum for local councils - amalgamate in three months or we will do it for you. The Wellington region has been in talks of amalgamation - Wellington City, Porirua, Hutt City and Upper Hutt. Upper Hutt Mayor Peri Zee has concerns and says more options should be on the table. Mayor Zee speaks to Nick sharing her thoughts on the call from Minister Chris Bishop and Simon Watts, and the three month time limit. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we hear about the Heretaunga Giant Charity Bookfest from Trustee Iain Opray. It's Wellington's largest second-hand book, record, DVD, CD and games event. Running over the first weekend in May (2-3rd) at Upper Hutt's Whirinaki venue. We continue the history series “Because I was there – Eastbourne and the Wahine Disaster” where Hutt City Council's Shelley Seay talked to Bruce Mitchell on his memories as an 18 year-old school boy. This is part of the audio heritage collection available on https://huttcity.recollect.co.nz/ HuttCity Libraries There's poetry from Eastbourne write and publisher Mary McCallum – “Missed”. And we mark ANZAC Day with music from Upper Hutt's Renee Maurice “We will not soon forget” and from Hutt City Brass – “And can it be”. You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. Sections History – 1'40” – Bruce Mitchell Wahine Memories Poem – 20'27” – Mary McCallum - Missed Music – 22'38” – Hutt City Brass – And Can it Be Feature Story – 28”20” – Charity Bookfest – Iain Opray Music – 49'40” – Renee Maurice – We will not soon forget

This week we talk dog mental agility and wellbeing with Scent Ways NZ Daniella Penhall who has recently expanded her Upper Hutt dog courses and trails with a Kid's Club for scent dog activities. We continue the history series “Because I was there – Eastbourne and the Wahine Disaster” where Hutt City Council's Shelley Seay talked to Bruce Mitchell on his memories as an 18 year-old school boy. This is part of the audio heritage collection available on https://huttcity.recollect.co.nz/ HuttCity Libraries There's poetry from Upper Hutt's Sayler Phillips – “The people in which we live”. This came second in the 2022 Upper Hutt Libraries Poetry Competition – Teen Category. And we have music from Upper Hutt's Toni Baird with Dijretts and Abe Borman “Far Away” and from last week's National Brass Bands Competition from Hutt City Brass. 01' - History - Bruce Mitchell and the Wahine Disaster 18' - Poem - Sayler Phillips - The People in Which We Live 21' - Music - Toni Baird and Dijretts - Far Away 25' - Feature Story - Scent Ways NZ - Daniella Penhall 48' - Music - Hutt City Brass - Music of Spheres

After playing in Christchurch, Jakob from Sublime called in on his way to their Auckland show, ahead of their Brewtown appearance in Upper Hutt. He chatted about loving G Love, intergenerational music and answered some questions from Radio Hauraki listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The local government minister says he's called Wellington's mayor for a please explain over huge water bills for residents, which are forecast to hit almost seven grand a year by the end of the decade. One of the region's mayors says that figure is horrendous and unaffordable, and she's worried it will drive people out of the region. Wellington's new water entity, Tiaki Wai, is a council-controlled organisation taking over Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua City Councils water assets from July. It's warning residents of steep rises in charges as the organisation tries to fix old, failing infrastructure. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.

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The comedians talk about bogans in Upper Hutt, as well as the world manu champs.

Forget my Big Fat Greek Wedding . . . for the first time, there's going to be a "Big Bad Bogan Wedding." Over fifty couples applied for the chance to tie the knot - but beating them all out was Bekz Clarke and Hayden Ward ... or as he's known to his mates, Hazy. 

Upper Hutt's NZ Performance Academy Aotearoa aims to attract students trying to juggle their sporting commitments with academics. Academy's CEO Karen van Gemerden spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

A new charter school in Upper Hutt focused on high-performance sports is set to open next year. 

A Wellington bakery chain has been doing its bit to ease the stress of food insecurity, holding free weekly sourdough lessons for locals at its Upper Hutt headquarters. Dough Bakery co-founder Mia Tracey spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An Upper Hutt primary school principal says their workloads are comparable with secondary school principals, and they deserve a better pay offer. Principals who belong to the NZEI union have rejected the Government's latest collective agreement proposal. They say it fails to acknowledge their work. Birchville School Principal Robyn Brown told Heather du Plessis-Allan unlike secondary principals, they weren't offered a curriculum change allowance, and the pay rise amounts to a cut. She says primary school principals have far fewer people to implement curriculum change. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dozens of shoes line a current art exhibition on display at Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt.

A new independent supermarket has opened in Upper Hutt - aiming to win locals away from the big duopoly stores. 

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Upper Hutt residents say their children are ending up in emergency departments to get basic medications like antibiotics and asthma inhalers, because they don't have access to a local urgent care or after hours service. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.

A new sports school is opening in Upper Hutt, promising opportunities for aspiring schoolkids to commit to an education in sports. School Sport New Zealand CEO told Elliott Smith that the announcement has come as a surprise, and that they have had no contact with the school regarding their intentions to work with School Sport. "Outside of what's been reported in the media, we don't have any information or detail about the school, or their desire to become a member of School Sport New Zealand." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first charter sports school, New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa, as it will be known, will open in term 1 next year at the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sports in Upper Hutt, NZCIS. The school will go from year 11 to year 13, and will focus primarily on Rugby Union and Football in it's first year. Gilbert Enoka is the former mental skills coach to the All Blacks. He has also worked with sports teams like Chelsea FC, the Black Caps and England's cricket team. He says that, "I think any initiative that genuinely gives young people a better chance to grow, to learn and perform deserves attention." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It won't be just books, pens and paper in the backpacks of students at an Upper Hutt school opening next year. Associate Education Minister David Seymour has announced a sports school, the New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa will join the list of charter schools the government is backing. Nick James reports.

New Zealand's first sports school will open next year, in a partnership with Wellington Phoenix. The New Zealand Performance Academy in Upper Hutt will operate as a charter school for serious aspiring sportspeople. The academy will initially offer elite football training alongside the Wellington Phoenix Academy, as well as rugby training. Other sports will be added over time. The school will teach a nationally recognised curriculum along with key skills such as leadership, mental health and nutrition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's first-ever specialised elite sports school is set to open its doors next year, giving future athletes a space to study while building their sports careers. This charter school will be run by the New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa and be based at Upper Hutt's NZ Campus of Innovation and Sport. Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome says plenty of research was carried out into developing this programme. "We looked at how the Americans did it, how they did it in Europe and Spain and Italy, and it was really combining education and sports - and it was really hard for us to do that at the time, given that there was only the state school alternative that we couldn't really be part of." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With local elections days away, the race for Upper Hutt's top job is intensifying. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.

It's Freaky Friday time! Each Friday we speak to a listener about a scary, coincidental or otherwise unexplainable experience they've had. If you have one of your own do reach out to us, 2101 is the text number or email afternoons@rnz.co.nz. Today's story is a little less spooky and a bit more existential. Mary from Upper Hutt joins Jesse.

An Upper Hutt bush craft programme for troubled children has helped turn life around for a budding young criminal. Pretoria Gordon reports.

This podcast description was blatantly written by AI... In this episode, Clint, Meg, and Dan continue their ambitious project of forming a band, complete with live practice sessions and unexpected challenges. They also explore the intriguing capabilities of ChatGPT, from mental health reassurance to creating tailored workout plans. With listener interactions, unexpected technical issues, and hilarious moments, this episode is a rollercoaster ride of trial, error, and discovery. Join the trio as they navigate the complexities of preparation, technology, and whether or not their dream band can actually come to life. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast02:35 Throwback Music Segment05:47 Dan's Coffee Incident09:26 Upper Hutt vs Lower Hutt10:35 Getting to know: Gemma the Embalmer18:56 Band Practice Preparations25:13 ChatGPT: A Lifeline for Meg28:47 Minor Changes Hotline36:28 Animal Kingdom Oddities and Stolen Ambulances38:55 The Real Reason for Mirrors in Elevators40:01 Band Drama: Adding a New Member45:47 Grocery Price Guessing Game49:46 Dan's Google History53:36 Bargain Hunting Adventures54:25 Uncle Will's Will Challenge58:20 Chat GPT for Mental Health01:04:44 Creative Uses of Chat GPT01:10:31 Reality Show Comebacks01:14:33 Parenting Hacks and Surprises01:17:19 Band Practice Struggles01:17:45 Band Rehearsal Chaos

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An Upper Hutt man with cerebral palsy says his specialist has been unable to diagnose the cause of his debilitating foot pain because he can't order the diagnostic scans he needs. Ruth Hill reports.

The people of Upper Hutt City are proudly wearing their bogan heritage on their tattooed sleeves. Even mayor Wayne Guppy has donned his best mullet hairdo in support of a weekend of hard rock, black t-shirts, fast cars and beer. Bill Hickman has more.

The fallout from damning Wellington Water reports is ramping up. Upper Hutt mayor Wayne Guppy, Porirua deputy mayor Kylie Wihapi, and Wellington City councillor Ben McNulty spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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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.