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Very weird- we had a bike abandoned outside riverside of 62 Delamare- one of the kids gone from inside the garage on the section- short time later abandoned bike removed a d now we seem to have a letter model blue bike with a green bike key lock on it
It does seem ridiculous with all the rain we've had lately but it's true. Sprinkler restrictions now in place
. This applies to those on town supply water.
Hamilton, Waikato and Waipa are now all on Water Alert Level 1.
Water Alert Level 1 means using a sprinkler only between … View moreIt does seem ridiculous with all the rain we've had lately but it's true. Sprinkler restrictions now in place
. This applies to those on town supply water.
Hamilton, Waikato and Waipa are now all on Water Alert Level 1.
Water Alert Level 1 means using a sprinkler only between 6am – 8am and 6pm – 8pm. Hand-held hosing can be done at any time.
This is the lowest of water restriction levels. The highest being level 4 where no outside water systems are permitted.
The move to Water Alert Level 1 was triggered by a significant increase in water consumption across the region.
Over the last two weeks Hamilton’s water consumption has increased by 20 per cent. Waikato saw an increase of 6 million litres of water and Waipa’s water use increased from 173 to 190 million litres.
In the summer we see outdoor water use increase from 7 per cent to 20 per cent.
How much water we have relies on it raining in the right place.
A lot of people comment on how full the river is and they can see a lot of water. The river may look very full but if there’s no rain it doesn’t stay full for long. We also can’t take all of the water from the river - we’re consented to how much water we’re allowed to take.
I'll keep you posted if and when the water alert level changes.
Until then, good luck with your Christmas shopping!
Maria’s ‘Ten-Plus-One Valuable Tips’ on surviving the festive season:
1) If you are prone to photosensitive epilepsy as a result of: flashing fairy lights, sunlight bouncing off the water or through the trees, and even the tv or the computer screen, by covering one eye and turning away from … View moreMaria’s ‘Ten-Plus-One Valuable Tips’ on surviving the festive season:
1) If you are prone to photosensitive epilepsy as a result of: flashing fairy lights, sunlight bouncing off the water or through the trees, and even the tv or the computer screen, by covering one eye and turning away from the source of the light this may prevent a seizure from happening. Wearing wrap-around glasses may also help to avoid those glaring sun-rays.
2) Christmas is a stressful time of year and so find out what your stress triggers are and try to avoid them; be it mad late-night shopping trips, crowds of people, hot and sticky weather conditions or just the thought of coming together with family and friends. It is okay to adjust your social calendar in times of stress. Be kind to yourself to avoid unwanted seizures.
3) This festive season can be a time of over-indulgence and so go easy on those highly caffeinated soft drinks and alcohol. These can trigger seizures.
4) Be careful near the barbeque with those hot plates and glowing charcoals. Think safety all the time. There are some helpful tips to be found on ewct.org.nz....
5) Special care needs to be taken around any water activities. New Zealand has particularly high drowning rates and you are especially vulnerable if you have seizures. Swim with a buddy and avoid those activities that put yourself, and others, at risk. Take a look at: ewct.org.nz...
6) Late nights can play havoc on your body’s ability to cope with tiredness. Being tired is a seizure trigger and you may forget to take your medications, which is also a seizure trigger. If you are out late, set an alarm to remind you to take your morning meds.
7) If you take short walks in the sun, don’t forget to ‘slip, slop, slap and wrap’ to avoid getting burnt. If being hot is your seizure trigger, then find ways of keeping cool. You may like to invest in a portable fan.
8) If you are going away on holiday, make sure that you take plenty of your medications. Don’t be caught short without them, and risk becoming vulnerable to having seizures and possibly going into status epilepticus, which is a serious medical condition.
9) Keep these important telephone numbers close at hand.
10) Have fun! Do enjoy yourself, meeting friends and having fun is therapeutic and it makes us feel energised and happy to be alive. If you get a ‘dose of nature’ at the same time, then it doubles your chances of feeling great. Call a friend for a walk or a cuppa.
11) Check us out on Facebook: www.facebook.com...
or our website at www.ewct.org.nz...
Emergency (Police, ambulance and fire) 111
Healthline 0800 611 116
Poisons centre 0800 764 766
Waikato Hospital (07) 839 8899
Take special care and have a good and relaxing festive season.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.
3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.
3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.
We all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to… View moreWe all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to the neighbourhood champion of the month. How does it work? You can nominate a champion in your neighbourhood by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz with the story, a picture if you have one, and your neighbourhood champion's contact number or address if you have it so we can get in touch with the if they win. We will post the story and the picture on our facebook page. The story that gets the most likes that month wins the gift of thanks. Our first gift is this beautiful Pohutukawa Pendant from Paul Harris Art and Design .... perfect summer gift, and a perfect gift of thanks.
Hi, I'm looking for private parking in Hamilton East near the Grey Street shopping centre, next year between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, quite prepared to pay. Realise this post only covers the Dinsdale / Frankton area, so also if anyone has a contact that can post onto… View moreHi, I'm looking for private parking in Hamilton East near the Grey Street shopping centre, next year between the hours of 8.30am and 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, quite prepared to pay. Realise this post only covers the Dinsdale / Frankton area, so also if anyone has a contact that can post onto the Neighbourly site in this area on my behalf would be appreciated. If you can help please reply to this post. Thanking you.
What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a … View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas.
Christmas is in the air!
If you're new to us, come and join one of our classes for the Excite Academy experience. Our last day will be a day of fun Christmas crafts and Christmas music.
Classes available:
9.00am - Hip Hop Boot Camp
10.00am - Art for 7-8 year olds or Music for 2-3 year … View moreChristmas is in the air!
If you're new to us, come and join one of our classes for the Excite Academy experience. Our last day will be a day of fun Christmas crafts and Christmas music.
Classes available:
9.00am - Hip Hop Boot Camp
10.00am - Art for 7-8 year olds or Music for 2-3 year olds
11.00am - Art for 5-6 year olds or Music for 3-4 year olds
12.00pm - Art for 3-4 year olds or Music for 5-6 year olds
Bookings Essential, Limited Places.
PM us on Facebook or email admin@exciteacademy.com
Alternatively if you want to just come and observe what we do, you are welcome to come through Excite Academy anytime from 9am-1pm.
Bookings for 2017 classes will be available.
A new class Excite Academy will be holding on Saturday mornings in 2017 is Hip Hop Boot Camp - kids get fit through Dance Moves, learn endurance and create a routine to perform.
Come and try out a free workshop on Saturday 17th December and meet Lawrence Harris.
Lawrence is very passionate … View moreA new class Excite Academy will be holding on Saturday mornings in 2017 is Hip Hop Boot Camp - kids get fit through Dance Moves, learn endurance and create a routine to perform.
Come and try out a free workshop on Saturday 17th December and meet Lawrence Harris.
Lawrence is very passionate about street dance and has been dancing since College Days. He helped tutor classes and prepare kids for competitions at national and international level at Federation Dance Academy in Hamilton for several years.
Bookings Essential -
PM us on Facebook
Email us on admin@exciteacademy.com or
Phone 07 444 5047
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
Back in the day, Waikato rugby team's after training nutrition consisted of 50 pieces of fish, 25 scoops of chips, 3 loaves of bread and a "fair smattering of butter", according to Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Cooper, in this video recorded earlier this year for our … View moreBack in the day, Waikato rugby team's after training nutrition consisted of 50 pieces of fish, 25 scoops of chips, 3 loaves of bread and a "fair smattering of butter", according to Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame inductee Matthew Cooper, in this video recorded earlier this year for our Super Rugby 20th anniversary feature. Anyone have similar after-rugby training rituals?
So Prime Minister John Key is getting out of politics, who would you like to see become New Zealand's prime minister following next year's general election?
The four players in our poll were inducted into the Waikato Rugby Hall of Fame (1990-1999). Vote and tell us which one was your favourite, or tell us who was your favourite Waikato player from the 1990s.
I've started up a Facebook group called Tron Rocks.
It's based off some successful groups in the lower North Island.
The idea is that you paint and hide rocks at parks, playgrounds etc for other people to come along after you and find them. After finding them, you can keep or re-hide … View moreI've started up a Facebook group called Tron Rocks.
It's based off some successful groups in the lower North Island.
The idea is that you paint and hide rocks at parks, playgrounds etc for other people to come along after you and find them. After finding them, you can keep or re-hide them somewhere else for others to find.
It's only just started - so only a couple of places have rocks hidden but the more people that get into it, the cooler it becomes!
Find out more information here or search "Tron Rocks" on Facebook!
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