HuttNZ

19/04/2026

Closing down - such a shame

Dear Cars Inc Community
After thinking about it for a long time, we have finally made the decision to retire. We kept asking ourselves, ‘when is a good time to stop working’ the simple answer is, there is no time like the present, so while one chapter is ending, another is about to start for us.
As a result of our pending retirement, we will be closing the doors of Cars Inc Museum and Café, with our last day being Sunday 10th May, 2026.
We have met some truly great people over the years, many of you becoming regulars, and some of whom are now good friends, so thank you for supporting us, you are all part of the Cars Inc story.
We welcome you to come in before we close, whether it is to have a look around the museum, have something to eat or drink or simply to say see you later.
All the very best and we will no doubt see you around.
Thank you
Paul & Jen

27/02/2026

If you think traffic is bad - it’s about to get worse in Lower Hutt

26/11/2025

Good news for retail in Jackson Street Petone this December - free parking

21/10/2025

Ava Bridge closing for now

14/09/2025

We have some pretty cool stuff to tell you about over the next few weeks with new tenants arriving.

Firstly how good does our latest new tenant look! We are so excited to officially welcome Plenty foods Brewtown to the Brewtown family! 🍎🥑🥖
Plenty Foods is your new, proudly local supermarket – built on the idea that shopping should feel fresh, easy, and connected to the community. From fresh produce and everyday essentials, to locally sourced products you’ll love discovering, we cant wait to see what Plenty Foods brings to Upper Hutt.
Their goal is simple:
✨ Support local growers, makers, and suppliers
✨ Offer great quality food at fair prices
✨ Create a supermarket experience that feels part of Brewtowns vibrant hub

We are excited for the doors to open and for Plenty to share their vision with us all. Together, with Brewtowns amazing mix of businesses, Plenty Foods are creating so many jobs supporting Upper Hutt locals as well as building something special, – a place where you can shop, eat, connect, and enjoy.
Stay tuned for more updates, sneak peeks, and community events as we get closer to opening day.
Here’s to Plenty for Less. Plenty More. 💚
— The Plenty Foods Team

10/09/2025

Another outlet due to open in Brewtown Upper Hutt

03/09/2025

This is happening in our patch - things need to change

02/09/2025

Parkland Motors - Lower # Hutt High Street - the backstory https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/wellington-car-dealer-claims-forged-lease-as-127k-rent-dispute-escalates-to-high-court/HJEQPEVVIRDCFIOYU5B7KEMHUQ/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMkRCtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFYb0Jod0pDNmJkR0xIdUVxAR5njkE2sNQmV69AdkWnD1L6ZGyw0EdtSjSIRDnd2k_L0F9Z5C-ExfDd9d_dUQ_aem_h1xm8-fgYjPJyAxoV7Z4lw

21/08/2025

Have your say on Waterloo Interchange

15/08/2025

Upper Hutt has huge potential, but we need a city centre where families want to spend time🍦

Last night I hosted a packed public meeting about the future of our city's heart at Mayfair Cafe. We were joined by an urban designer, an urban economist and a commercial property expert who shared their experiences in transforming towns and cities and developing policy tools that enable good change.

For those who couldn't make it, some key takeaways were:
🏢Apartments in the CBD can create vibrancy and a nighttime economy
🌳Well-located pocket parks can be transformational for a centre
🤔Council must understand their role - and it isn't getting involved in the business of development or giving away public money
🎯Invest in one area first - creating a precinct where good change can happen quickly and private investment will flow as a result
🙌Quick, affordable wins can make a big difference in building the case for longer-term transformative change
📚Having a well-thought-out strategy based on deep engagement with the community will last the test of time - and not end up becoming a coffee table book

Upper Hutt has good bones - we need strong, dedicated leadership to help us navigate our growing pains🤸‍♀️ I'm committed to making space for the community to develop a shared vision - at the end of the day, it's about how all of you want our city to feel and function.

Thank you to everyone who participated, and especially those who asked questions and came to kōrero afterwards! What a great evening 🤩