Burbush - Rotokauri, Hamilton

982 days ago

Australian floods - reminder of climate impacts!

Climate Insights

As we have seen with the flooding in New South Wales and Queensland in Australia, climate can pose a significant threat to our homes!

Thousands of people have been evacuated, and many made homeless as a result of the floods. Our homes are often our most significant investments, and the cost of … View more
As we have seen with the flooding in New South Wales and Queensland in Australia, climate can pose a significant threat to our homes!

Thousands of people have been evacuated, and many made homeless as a result of the floods. Our homes are often our most significant investments, and the cost of these events can be devastating!

Using the Climate Insights residential property tool, you can identify any risks that your home may face in the future with a changing climate. This information, along with adaptation options, allows you to prepare!

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978 days ago

Double the Chance to Drive Away a Dream!

Heathcote Appliances

It’s almost time to Drive Away a Dream! Just spend $100 or more in-store or online at www.heathcotes.co.nz and you’ll be in to win a new Volkswagen Tiguan Sport!*

Shop our range of TV, Audio, Kitchen, Laundry, IT, Cameras & more and for a limited time, score double entries with every … View more
It’s almost time to Drive Away a Dream! Just spend $100 or more in-store or online at www.heathcotes.co.nz and you’ll be in to win a new Volkswagen Tiguan Sport!*

Shop our range of TV, Audio, Kitchen, Laundry, IT, Cameras & more and for a limited time, score double entries with every eligible purchase! Entries close April 5th , so get in quick!

The Heathcotes Team

*T&Cs apply. Double Entries available on eligible purchases made between March 24th 2022 & April 5th 2022. View full promotion terms here.
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979 days ago

Make meal planning easy with Stuff’s Dinner Sorted newsletter

Stuff

Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole … View more
Putting a tasty and nutritious meal in front of our families each night is important for many of us, but with work, school, and activities in the way, it can also become a stressful chore.

Dinner Sorted delivers a week's worth of delicious, satisfying recipes that should please the whole family, sent to your inbox on Saturday mornings. As a bonus you'll also get our Weekend Baking collection, perfect for filling the baking tins, lunchboxes, or just that 4pm gap.

Subscribe by 5pm on 4 April and go in the draw to win a 65" Sony TV. For details and T&Cs see here.

Sign up here (it's free!).
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979 days ago

*WIN* with your best Neighbourly story!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sold something in record time? Reunited with a furry friend? Or maybe you formed a friendship with a neighbour? We'd love to hear about it.

Tell us your best Neighbourly story and you could win a prize from our spot prize cupboard. We’re looking for stories from our member's … View more
Sold something in record time? Reunited with a furry friend? Or maybe you formed a friendship with a neighbour? We'd love to hear about it.

Tell us your best Neighbourly story and you could win a prize from our spot prize cupboard. We’re looking for stories from our member's experiences with Neighbourly. It doesn't have to be anything momentous; some of the simplest stories are the most heart-warming.
Share your story

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981 days ago

Manaaki support

Di from Nawton

I see ads in many places asking if I want "Manaaki Support". I figured out what was meant, BUT
It might be more helpful to use both English & Maori words for official advice as I know many people who are not Te Reo speakers. If they do need help they need to be able to easily know… View more
I see ads in many places asking if I want "Manaaki Support". I figured out what was meant, BUT
It might be more helpful to use both English & Maori words for official advice as I know many people who are not Te Reo speakers. If they do need help they need to be able to easily know what is offering.

980 days ago

Odd questions people from overseas ask about NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ … View more
Hi everyone,
With overseas tourists set to return to NZ shortly, we're looking at doing a light-hearted piece on the odd questions Kiwis have been asked about NZ. You may have seen the post doing the rounds on social media at the moment asking whether English is spoken here and suggesting NZ is a state of Australia (see below). Have you ever been asked anything surprising about NZ? Feel free to message me or comment below. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in the article. Thanks very much for your help and happy travels.

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980 days ago

Library closure update

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from Dinsdale Te Tiwha O Pareiiriwhare

On Monday 28 March, we’re reopening Hillcrest Library and closing Dinsdale Library for the week as our staff shortages continue. Central Library will also resume late-night hours on Thursdays.

You can still get free holds, and you can return books to any library through the return chutes.

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On Monday 28 March, we’re reopening Hillcrest Library and closing Dinsdale Library for the week as our staff shortages continue. Central Library will also resume late-night hours on Thursdays.

You can still get free holds, and you can return books to any library through the return chutes.

ow.ly...

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980 days ago

Brilliant boards

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Transform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured… View moreTransform plain serving boards into pastel-toned works of art with a few Resene testpots. Graphic prints and geometric patterns are a big trend for summer. Take your outdoor entertaining to the next level by painting an array of wooden serving boards in pretty sorbet colours from Resene. Structured lines or a paint-brush riot – anything goes!

Find out how to create your own.

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980 days ago

Over dealing with SLOW internet?!

The Team from NZ Compare

Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing … View more
Now, more than ever, a great broadband connection is vital to all Kiwis! Our lives have changed so much over the past few years with many of us now working from home.

Hyperfibre delivers insane speeds that most Kiwis can’t even imagine! Whether it’s for work, study, streaming or playing your favourite video games, Hyperfibre is going to give you the smoothest experience possible.

Feel the need for speed? Hyperfibre has launched on Broadband Compare. Go check it out now and see if it's right for you!

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983 days ago

Lost Dog - ran scared from thunderstorm yesterday!

Donna from Burbush - Rotokauri

❤️*** Found ***❤️
Thank you - have been informed that Cruze wandered back in the house today….. only he knows the mystery of where he’s been or what adventure has been had 🤣. Just glad he’s home safe.


Posting on behalf - if seen please contact as per picture details. Pound has … View more
❤️*** Found ***❤️
Thank you - have been informed that Cruze wandered back in the house today….. only he knows the mystery of where he’s been or what adventure has been had 🤣. Just glad he’s home safe.


Posting on behalf - if seen please contact as per picture details. Pound has been contacted. He is registered and microchipped. Please help bring Cruze home 😢
Possibly seen on Ellicot Road between 4-4.30pm yesterday. A lady out walking stopped traffic from hitting him.

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985 days ago

Extreme temperatures test housing materials!

Climate Insights

More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our … View more
More than 400 weather stations around the world exceeded their record temperatures last year!

As one of the hottest years to date, there is an urgency to adapt our homes to these extreme events! Using resilient building materials can mitigate the effect of these events!

Check out our residential property report for insight into your property’s potential risks in the future!

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981 days ago

Get your Home Warm for Winter!

Energy Smart

Hi Waikato!

There are still a huge number of homes within Waikato that haven’t taken advantage of getting 80% off Insulation or a Heat Pump through the Warmer Kiwi Homes Grant!*

EnergySmart is one of the leading providers of the Warmer Kiwi Homes Grant and want to help as many Waikato … View more
Hi Waikato!

There are still a huge number of homes within Waikato that haven’t taken advantage of getting 80% off Insulation or a Heat Pump through the Warmer Kiwi Homes Grant!*

EnergySmart is one of the leading providers of the Warmer Kiwi Homes Grant and want to help as many Waikato homes as possible become warmer and drier before the winter season.

You can visit our Warmer Kiwi Homes webpage or give our team a call on 0800 777 111 to check if your home is eligible and book a free in-home assessment!

*Terms and conditions apply.
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982 days ago

A gift from us

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

When you book an in-person appointment you can be reassured that we have all Covid-safe protocols in place. If you prefer, we can arrange an online appointment. Contact us today to book a time that suits you.

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982 days ago

An update on our awesome team in the Ukraine

The Team from NZ Compare

NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in … View more
NZ Compare proudly employ a workforce of incredibly talented and devoted individuals, who make up our website and technology development team. These individuals are based through out the Ukraine.

Like the rest of the world, we have been closely monitoring the terrible events unfolding in Ukraine and are in daily meetings with our staff to confirm their safety and well-being.

Our wonderful developers are facing a climate of unpredictability, we felt it was our responsibility to ensure you, our wonderful Neighbours were both aware and understanding that this environment may cause delays to the many projects we have in the works for 2022.

To show support of our brilliant team, we have temporarily changed our logo on our NZ Compare website. WHICH has also been recently refreshed and looking better than ever thanks to this very team! Go check it out!

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982 days ago

Health Services at Waikato DHB

Waikato DHB

To help protect patients, staff and the community while we all respond to COVID-19 in our communities we are making some important changes to how our facilities operate.

CLINIC APPOINTMENTS AND PLANNED SURGERY

Acute and urgent care will continue to be delivered as normal, as well as time … View more
To help protect patients, staff and the community while we all respond to COVID-19 in our communities we are making some important changes to how our facilities operate.

CLINIC APPOINTMENTS AND PLANNED SURGERY

Acute and urgent care will continue to be delivered as normal, as well as time critical procedures and clinic appointments.

If you had a surgery date or a clinic appointment that was postponed or changed to a virtual consultation you will have been contacted directly to inform you of this.

If you haven’t been contacted and you are unclear about your appointment contact the booking clerk phone number on your appointment letter.

If you have any concerns or believe your procedure is urgent, please do contact the clinic you are booked with to confirm your appointment status before visiting our facilities.

RESTRICTED VISITING FOR ALL WAIKATO DHB HOSPITALS

Visitor restrictions remain in place at this time. Please see our Visitor Policy page for full details.

For those unable to visit, we encourage use of mobile phone or digital technology to keep in contact with your loved ones.

KEEP OUR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT FOR EMERGENCIES

A reminder that our emergency department remains open. However, please do ensure this is used for emergencies only.

Anyone needing immediate or urgent help should seek medical care by calling 111 for an ambulance or going to their nearest hospital emergency department.

If you or a whānau member has a condition that is not urgent or severe :
 Phone your GP for an appointment or
 Call Healthline 0800 611 116 for free 24 hour health advice. They will tell you
the best place to go.
If you have COVID-19 and start to feel worse or have general COVID questions:
o Call the COVID Healthline for free on 0800 358 5453, 24 hours a day or visit the Unite Against Covid website.

For any Waikato DHB-related queries please call toll-free 0800 276 216
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