CHB Mail

15/12/2024

River warning

A health warning which includes a temporary ban on swimming has been issued for part of the Tukituki River. Health NZ Te Whatu Ora issued the warning on Monday due to a “moderate to high” cover of potentially toxic algae at two locations along the river - at Black Bridge (near Haumoana) and Walker Rd (near Waipawa). People should avoid swimming in those areas. Animals, particularly dogs, should also be kept away from the water in those areas.

11/12/2024

The initiative taking rubbish out of the dump...
And quite likely selling it back to you!

The recycling ethic for this project is so strong that even the building is re-used.

11/12/2024

Great day for local cricket

Wallingford, Waipukurau and Waipawa took part in the three games on the day.

11/12/2024

Waipawa's op shop - from small beginnings to a shopping "destination"

This year the Waipawa Op Shop has ticked over 45 years.

11/12/2024

Changes afoot at Tukituki Medical Centre

Merging the four practices into one will decrease wait times and improve access.

08/12/2024

Stay safe and keep others safe.

‼️We are now in a PROHIBITED FIRE SEASON!!!‼️
‼️You cannot light any open air fires, and all permits are suspended!!!‼️

05/12/2024

A sad end to the year for the CHB Mail, its staff and readers.

'This is a sad day for NZME and it’s not news I want to be sharing.'

04/12/2024

Eyes up this afternoon folks!

Flypast alert 🛫📸 Buckle in, this could be your last opportunity to see our remaining C-130H Hercules fleet flying in formation at low altitude.

Our C-130H fleet has served New Zealand for nearly 60 years and is scheduled for retirement early next year, after being replaced by the new fleet of five C-130J-30 Hercules aircraft.

This flypast is weather-dependent and subject to operational requirements.

Locations and timings in the comments ⬇️

03/12/2024

A spook-filled-but-fun show for your Christmas enjoyment - at Waipukurau Little Theatre.

The stage appeared to be unadorned except for a solitary door...

03/12/2024

Good luck for the finals Retouch & Co!!

Students' product, a mattifying powder with SPF, has a dual function.

01/12/2024

Water's off in part of Gaisford Terrace, folks...

Kia Ora Central Hawke's Bay,💦

There's been a break on a water connection to the main on Waipukurau's Gaisford Terrace. We're carrying out an emergency water shutdown so we can fix it. The water will be off today, from 12.30pm to 2pm. The houses affected are 24 to 39 Gaisford Terrace.

If you live at any of the affected houses, after the shutdown we recommend that prior to using your washing machine or any other interally plumbed appliances, run your inside water tap to check the quality. 🔧🚰

Thanks for your patience while we fix this issue. 🚿

If you want any more information, visit our page here 👉https://www.chbdc.govt.nz/water-shutdowns/

29/11/2024

Wow...already!

🌊💧 Level 2 water restrictions were put in place across Central Hawke’s Bay at midnight💧🌞

We’ve made this move because we’ve already had a hot and dry spring, and Niwa’s predicting it’s going to stay like that throughout Central Hawke’s Bay's summer.

As a result, the water levels in our rivers – Tukituki and Waipawa – are dropping.

Those rivers are where we source our water for the Waipawa and Waipukurau supplies. The consents we have mean we have to put water conservation measures in place when the rivers drop to a certain level- which they have- that’s triggered us moving to level 2 restrictions.

What do level 2 water restrictions mean?

🌱 If you are going to water your gardens & lawns:

The odds & evens rule applies:
🏡 Even-numbered houses water on even-numbered days.
🏡 Odd-numbered houses water on odd-numbered days.

Sprinklers:
⏰ Use for 1 hour only, either before 9am or after 5pm.

Hand-held hoses:
⏰ Use before 10am or after 4pm — but never leave them going unattended.

🚗 Washing cars - only wash your vehicles using a hose with a trigger nozzle.

🚫 No hosing hard surfaces - that means decks, pathways, etc. UNLESS it’s for health, safety, or emergencies, then can you totally do it.

For more on water restrictions, visit 👉 https://www.chbdc.govt.nz/services/water-services/drinking-water/water-restrictions/

28/11/2024

Ooh exciting!

For more than three years the owners have operated out of a small pop-up shop next door.

28/11/2024

Well done!!

'As women we can do anything we choose to do.'

25/11/2024

Can you help bring home the missing artwork?

'They were always intended for the public to enjoy, but they are meant to be together.'

25/11/2024

Fundraiser for two good causes

“We are thrilled to showcase the incredible talent of our local photographers”.

25/11/2024

Proposed closure "a massive blow"

OPINION: Our people now face being isolated from important information and debate.

20/11/2024

Patch ban will create more work for local Police, says gang member.

'The younger ones are quite likely to be more militant about it.'