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RNZ News
11-06-2025
- RNZ News
Man who died in Upper Hutt fire named as John Louis
On Tuesday a neighbour told RNZ she'd lived next to Louis for 25 years. Photo: Supplied The man who died in a house fire in Upper Hutt has been named as 69-year-old John Louis. Emergency services were called to the blaze on Tararua Street in Trentham early Tuesday morning, and later confirmed that one person had died. Police said the cause of the fire was not believed to be suspicious. On Tuesday a neighbour told RNZ she'd lived next to Louis for 25 years. "He was an amazing horseman who bred and raced beautiful thoroughbred horses for man years," she said. "He had a very successful racing career." She said Louis had also worked with leather, making everything from shoes, bags and horse saddlery. "He was an interesting man to chat with as he had knowledge about so many things." She said he was also a kind and had always looked out for her. "I will always be grateful to have known him. It's a great loss." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.


Qatar Tribune
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
LuLu unveils ‘LuLu on Sale' promotion
Tribune News Network Doha LuLu Hypermarket, the region's leading retail chain, has officially launched its much-anticipated 'LuLu on Sale' promotion, offering exceptional discounts of up to 50 percent on readymade garments, sarees, churidars, footwear, ladies bags, baby accessories, and sunglasses. Running until June 18, 2025, this exclusive campaign is available across all LuLu Hypermarket outlets in Qatar, delivering outstanding value to shoppers during a key retail season. The promotion features unbeatable offers across a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products. Whether customers are shopping for festive attire, summer outfits, or stylish accessories, the 'LuLu on Sale' campaign provides an excellent opportunity to shop more while spending less. Timed perfectly ahead of the upcoming Eid Al Adha celebrations, the promotion is especially appealing to families and individuals looking to refresh their wardrobes with fashionable and comfortable summer wear. This major sale includes an impressive lineup of international brands, such as Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, Arrow, Reebok, Lee, Wrangler, Sunnex, Crocs, Reo, Eten, John Louis, Marco Donateli, Cortigiani, Blue Seven, Debackers, Peter England, Oxemberg, Sero, Twills, River Blue Sin, Ruff, Killer X, Tom Smith, Sapatoterapia, Freshers, Piccadilly, Arezzo, Woodland, Adidas, Sports IC, Dr. Jell's, Doc & Mark, Umbro, Von Wellx, Hush Puppies, Puma, Ipanema, Rider, Da Naturo, Lacalle, Anta, Lotto, and Bata. A spokesperson for LuLu Hypermarket said: 'We are delighted to introduce one of our biggest sale events of the year, crafted to coincide with a key season for shoppers in Qatar. The promotion covers a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products, with a broad selection of international and local brands. There's something for every customer at LuLu.' In addition to the 'LuLu on Sale' campaign, LuLu Hypermarket is also running two exciting promotions until June 10, 2025. Toy Fest offers a wide variety of popular toys and games from global brands such as Barbie, Xiaomi, Hummer, and Monopoly, catering to all age groups with educational toys, ride-on cars, and board games. Simultaneously, the Tech Deals promotion features great discounts on the latest smartphones, laptops, and accessories, helping customers stay up to date with cutting-edge personal technology. Moreover, LuLu Hypermarket is hosting the Travel Fest promotion, valid until June 7, 2025, offering a premium collection of travel and lifestyle accessories including four-wheel trolleys, backpacks, kids' trolleys, pillows, and laptop bags from renowned brands like Wagon-R, American Tourister, Delsey Paris, Carlton, VIP, Wildcraft, Giordano, Ricardo, and Beelite. With these exciting campaigns, LuLu Hypermarket continues to deliver exceptional value, unmatched variety, and a superior shopping experience, ensuring customers find everything they need under one roof. Shoppers are encouraged to visit their nearest LuLu store soon to take advantage of these limited-time offers.