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Arts, Culture and Heritage

Stories rich in culture and innovation are told through a range of unique personalised experiences. The Hutt Valley was the site of the country's first organised European settlement and is now at the cutting edge of creative innovation.

Petone's Gallery Mile - A mile-long stretch of galleries, designer shops, arty cafes and public artworks. Brought to you by Hutt Valley Community Arts www.hvca.org.nz

 

 

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Public Art

Lower Hutt has some excellent public art installations.  The fun of the Smiling Windmills or the more practical Te Puna Wai Ora - Spring of Life.

 

For maps and further information, talk to the team at an i-SITE Visitor Centre.

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Cultural Experiences

The Hutt Valley has a wide variety of cultural expierences that cater for the whole family.

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Museums and Galleries

From Lower Hutt's TheNewDowse, Petone's Settlers Museum and Expressions Arts & Entertainment Centre in Upper Hutt, the Hutt Valley region has it all!

Featured Accommodation

Orongorongo Station

This is as close to wilderness and as far south as you can possibly access by car.  Orongorongo Station is accessible, rugged coastal property but with modern comforts.


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Featured Event

Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games 2012

The 14th Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games will run in Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand from the 2nd – 9th March 2012. With over 40 sports for Police & Emergency Services personnel to choose from.


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Featured Activity

Hutt Minoh Friendship House

Romance plays a big part in the rich and fascinating history of what is now Hutt Minoh Friendship House.  In a bush setting with views across the river and city to the western hills, the house is historic places trust listed with a wonderful story to its past.


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