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National Excellence Awards
Recently, we had our National Excellence Awards held in Auckland celebrating the achievements of rangatahi, staff, volunteers and leaders across the country.
We celebrated our award recipients of the 'Stars - Outstanding Contribution from a Peer Mentor' Award. Our Waikato winner is... 🏆
Brooke Jansen | Waikato
Our award winners have demonstrated leadership and positive mentoring and role modelling to other Peer Mentors and young people within the Stars programme.
Congratulations to Brooke from Graeme Dingle Foundation Waikato 💚
You can see a full list of award recipients through the link below.
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Poll: Have you seen vandalism around your area?
Vandals’ repeated attacks on Nawton’s destination playground could force the council to close some of the attractions.
Hamilton’s troubled destination playground is closed once again after more vandalism, with repairs expected to be completed sometime next month.
Have you seen vandalism around your area? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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25% Yes
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75% No
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Ladies Arts Mornings
Join our circle of women for some self-care and creativity at our Ladies Art Workshops. Here’s what you can expect:
Community: Collaborate with fellow art enthusiasts, forging new friendships and connections.
Art Equipment: Access basic art equipment.
Small Group Setting: Enjoy personalised attention in our intimate group setting.
Snacks: A complimentary light snack to fuel your creative journey.
Convenient Parking: Free parking right outside the studio.
Starts Friday 14th February - 11th April
9.30am - 11.30am, 9x weeks - $90
or pay $15 dollars each time.
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Journey Through Art
Involve yourself in the lively world of watercolour, paint, and sculpture, while mastering a variety of fundamental and intermediate art techniques. Improve your creative skills, have some fun and meet like minded people. Monday classes offer a socialable place for beginners, intermediate and returning students. All materials and equipment is supplied.
Starts Monday 10th February - 7th April
9.30am -11.30am, 9 x Sessions $165
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