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Looking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of … View moreLooking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of materials, learn new artistic techniques, and discover fresh ways to express themselves. They develop their skills, grow their confidence, and create beautiful, original artworks along the way.
No prior experience is needed. All materials, equipment, and aprons are supplied for group classes, making it easy for your child to jump straight into the fun.
Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Hi neighbours,
Servicing has arrived at AMI MotorHub Te Rapa. To celebrate, we’re offering a free WoF with a car service. Get a Premium ($399), Standard ($299), or EV ($189) service between 20 January – 17 March 2026, and we’ll include a free WoF (normally $65 with a service or $79 WOF … View moreHi neighbours,
Servicing has arrived at AMI MotorHub Te Rapa. To celebrate, we’re offering a free WoF with a car service. Get a Premium ($399), Standard ($299), or EV ($189) service between 20 January – 17 March 2026, and we’ll include a free WoF (normally $65 with a service or $79 WOF only).
Use promo code FREEWOF* when you book online or call 0800 51 61 71.
These prices are our everyday rates, but if your car is insured with AMI, State, NZI or through an IAG banking partner ASB, BNZ, The Co-operative Bank or Westpac, you're eligible for lower prices.
Find us at 35 Chalmers Road, Te Rapa, Hamilton
We look forward to seeing you!
*T&Cs apply
The BNZ Theatre - which opens its doors to the public tonight with the first of three nights of community-led celebrations - is indisputably the new crowning glory of Hamilton.
However, Leonard Gardner and Fosters Construction Group may have come uncomfortably close to having to part with some … View moreThe BNZ Theatre - which opens its doors to the public tonight with the first of three nights of community-led celebrations - is indisputably the new crowning glory of Hamilton.
However, Leonard Gardner and Fosters Construction Group may have come uncomfortably close to having to part with some of their own crown jewels to make it happen.
Dennis the terrier could still lose a leg after being mauled by roaming dogs at a Huntly lake.
Two of the dogs that attacked him at Lake Hakanoa on January 7 have been put down, though animal control is still looking for the third.
Have you ever had problems with roaming dogs? Tell us more in … View moreDennis the terrier could still lose a leg after being mauled by roaming dogs at a Huntly lake.
Two of the dogs that attacked him at Lake Hakanoa on January 7 have been put down, though animal control is still looking for the third.
Have you ever had problems with roaming dogs? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The day is finally here - BNZ Theatre's first show is tonight and we've got a souvenir liftout to celebrate the occasion.
As editor Jonathan MacKenzie puts it, this is "one of those moments that invites us to pause, look around, and recognise what a city can achieve when it … View moreThe day is finally here - BNZ Theatre's first show is tonight and we've got a souvenir liftout to celebrate the occasion.
As editor Jonathan MacKenzie puts it, this is "one of those moments that invites us to pause, look around, and recognise what a city can achieve when it commits to something bigger than itself".
Read his editorial at the link below.
Designed for people of all abilities, including those living with disabilities, this class encourages creativity, self-expression, and the joy of making art. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll have the freedom to experiment, discover what you love, and … View moreDesigned for people of all abilities, including those living with disabilities, this class encourages creativity, self-expression, and the joy of making art. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll have the freedom to experiment, discover what you love, and develop your artistic style and art skills in a tutored class.
Come and explore, create amazing art, and meet new people. Support people are welcome.
Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Looking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of … View moreLooking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of materials, learn new artistic techniques, and discover fresh ways to express themselves. They develop their skills, grow their confidence, and create beautiful, original artworks along the way.
No prior experience is needed. All materials, equipment, and aprons are supplied for group classes, making it easy for your child to jump straight into the fun.
Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Create your own treasure book in this eight-week Hamilton workshop. Choose your cover, pick your papers, and learn simple book-binding techniques to craft a one-of-a-kind keepsake filled with pockets, textures, and space for your stories.
Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
If you’ve always wanted to learn to draw but never knew where to start, this beginners drawing workshops is the perfect place to begin. Using pencil, charcoal, graphite and oil pastels, you’ll learn beginner-friendly techniques that make drawing feel simple, relaxing and achievable.
Discover… View moreIf you’ve always wanted to learn to draw but never knew where to start, this beginners drawing workshops is the perfect place to begin. Using pencil, charcoal, graphite and oil pastels, you’ll learn beginner-friendly techniques that make drawing feel simple, relaxing and achievable.
Discover how to see like an artist, create depth with shading, and express mood through line and texture. These supportive beginners drawing classes helps you to build real creative confidence while exploring different materials and styles.
Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Discover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range… View moreDiscover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range of art materials. This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed - just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment. With a limit of only 8 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience and meet some amazing people along the way.
Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
An attempt to crack down on a cheekily profanity labelled Hamilton gin by booze control campaigners appears to have backfired by pushing up sales.
Hamilton-based distillery Good George’s F...ery gin came under scrutiny after the Communities Against Alcohol Harm group alleged it breached … View moreAn attempt to crack down on a cheekily profanity labelled Hamilton gin by booze control campaigners appears to have backfired by pushing up sales.
Hamilton-based distillery Good George’s F...ery gin came under scrutiny after the Communities Against Alcohol Harm group alleged it breached socially responsible advertising standards.
However, the Advertising Standards Authority ruled it was more of a joke than offensive.
For four months, Aydan Brown’s anguished whānau wondered where he was.
On Monday they got an answer when his body was found in his ute in the Waikato River. It was minutes away from Chartwell, where Brown, 39, was last seen leaving his cousin’s birthday party in August.
It was a flash of light brighter than day at 2am on Friday that heralded the arrival of nature’s fury on a quiet Melville St.
And when resident Leanne Norris peered outside at a massive tree reduced to matchwood, it was clear where the lightning had found its mark.
A loud bang in the night woke Hamilton residents, who emerged to find the aftermath of a double-fatal crash.
There was a car through a fence and an engine on the road when Alex Henderson rushed out onto Te Rapa Road early on Friday morning.
It’s beautiful, it’s free, it’s blowing up on social media sites and drawing so many visitors it’s almost at breaking point, such is the popularity of Putāruru’s Blue Spring - Te Waihou Walkway.
Estimated to see about 45,000 visitors a year before it was re-opened mid last year, the … View moreIt’s beautiful, it’s free, it’s blowing up on social media sites and drawing so many visitors it’s almost at breaking point, such is the popularity of Putāruru’s Blue Spring - Te Waihou Walkway.
Estimated to see about 45,000 visitors a year before it was re-opened mid last year, the spring’s popularity has exploded with tourists, particularly users of Instagram and TikTok.
Have you been to Blue Spring recently? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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