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360 days ago

Have you had an operation in the private system?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Three failed eye operations in one week left Surindur Ralm effectively blind for months, unable to drive, work, write or cook.

The Waikato man then forked out $25,000 for further private surgery when he couldn’t get a date for the “urgent” procedure through the public system.

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361 days ago

NZFarmer November

The Team Reporter from NZ Farmer - North Island

Hi everyone. Keep an eye on your letterbox and emails as the November issue of NZFarmer is nearly here. Hope you enjoy it.
Sonita

361 days ago

The Award Winning Shape Kids wooden magnetic toys for ages 3 to 6

The Shape Kids Ltd

THE AWARD WINNING SHAPE KIDS will keep your kids amused for hours, kids love making funny characters with these magnetic toys eg a square head, triangular body, circular arms and rectangular legs.

See what your kids can achieve with these amazing children's interactive products from Shape … View more
THE AWARD WINNING SHAPE KIDS will keep your kids amused for hours, kids love making funny characters with these magnetic toys eg a square head, triangular body, circular arms and rectangular legs.

See what your kids can achieve with these amazing children's interactive products from Shape Kids.
Only 280 sets left.

See the website for more information and examples
Find out more

362 days ago

Happy Diwali!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to … View more
Happy Diwali! The Festival of Lights is a significant Hindu festival celebrated with lighting lamps, cultural rituals, and the exchange of sweets, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

Let's make your festival brighter and your wallet happier! CLICK BELOW to share your power-saving tips in our "Light Up Diwali, WN $150" competition.
Don't miss out - ends 13/11, 2023. T&Cs Apply.

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362 days ago

What is your Waikato Giving Story?

The Team from Momentum Waikato

You love living in the Waikato and like to give back to the local community that you and your family call home.

Momentum Waikato is your region’s community foundation, we enable the generosity of everyday people and ensure it delivers positive social and environmental impact.

To create ‘a… View more
You love living in the Waikato and like to give back to the local community that you and your family call home.

Momentum Waikato is your region’s community foundation, we enable the generosity of everyday people and ensure it delivers positive social and environmental impact.

To create ‘a better Waikato for everyone, forever’.

We are building a culture of generosity in the Waikato and we’re keen to hear and understand what motivates you to be generous.

Please share your perspective and vision by telling us how living-in-the-Waikato shapes your generosity and how giving back creates change in the Waikato.
Please tell us

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362 days ago

Get your creative juices flowing!

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

It is said that everybody has a story in them. Do you?

It is one thing to write, but it another thing to be published. Only a small amount of people know how to navigate the publishing system. But luckily we have the right guy for the job.

Josh Easby is an accomplished publisher offering a … View more
It is said that everybody has a story in them. Do you?

It is one thing to write, but it another thing to be published. Only a small amount of people know how to navigate the publishing system. But luckily we have the right guy for the job.

Josh Easby is an accomplished publisher offering a course on How to get Published here at Fraser ACE, with helpful hints, tips and tricks to navigate the minefield of publishing your work.

Get in quick for this popular Saturday course and get your literary masterpiece on the shelf!
Enrol now

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363 days ago

Blue cross shoulder handbag like new

Jenni from Flagstaff

Lovely soft-leather feel and look cross body / shoulder bag. Approx measurements 19cm long excluding straps, 34cm wide and 14cm depth. No damage - clean and like new, no obvious wear. Been very well looked after - I am very fussy about my bags and keeping them clean!

Brand:Cabrelli
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Lovely soft-leather feel and look cross body / shoulder bag. Approx measurements 19cm long excluding straps, 34cm wide and 14cm depth. No damage - clean and like new, no obvious wear. Been very well looked after - I am very fussy about my bags and keeping them clean!

Brand:Cabrelli
Size:Medium
Adjustable Crossbody Strap
Several external pockets - two zip pockets on front, and a magnetic closure deep pocket on back, plus open pockets either side
Faux Leather material
Internal Zip & Phone Pocket for Security plus 2 additional internal fabric open pockets
Secure Zip Closure
Single Compartment

This bag has many pockets to keep things separate and safe. I've only had it a short while and reluctantly selling as for personal reasons I now need a larger bag.

Price: $27

363 days ago

Deep purple Voyager Cabin Bag

Jenni from Flagstaff

Deep purple excellent quality Voyager Cabin Bag - 50cm x 31cm x 21cm and can be extended to 25.5cm. 3.4kg approx. Handles on both sides of case, extendable handle for pulling on two wheels. Still in excellent condition inside (I have always bagged shoes and laundry to keep everything pristine) … View moreDeep purple excellent quality Voyager Cabin Bag - 50cm x 31cm x 21cm and can be extended to 25.5cm. 3.4kg approx. Handles on both sides of case, extendable handle for pulling on two wheels. Still in excellent condition inside (I have always bagged shoes and laundry to keep everything pristine) and only small amount of wear on the top corners. No missing buttons or plastic tabs and no discolouration outside or inside.

Extras with this case include a disguised address label, extra clip on strap to attach another bag (very handy), 2 x outside pockets, 3 x inside mesh pockets in the top and clipped straps to hold luggage in place.

Price: $27

363 days ago

Happy Single's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Happy Single's Day!
Whether you're celebrating solo or with friends, take some time today to treat yourself.
CLICK below to enter our Single's Day competition to WIN a $111 Prezzy Card!!

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364 days ago

Call yourself a Kiwi? Vote KIWI for Bird of the Century!

Save the Kiwi

For more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.

The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.

We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our … View more
For more than 100 years, we New Zealanders have identified ourselves as Kiwis.

The kiwi is in the name of businesses, in logos, in ads, even on the wings of our Airforce ... ironically.

We think it's time we gave the little guy some well-deserved recognition. Show your love for our national icon - the kiwi - by voting KIWI for Bird of the Century.
Vote Now

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364 days ago

In the pink

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Transform a full kitchen with fresh Resene paint. Find out how with these handy tips.

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365 days ago

Do you like the idea of growing kai in community gardens?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Green-fingered forays during Covid lockdowns have led to the creation of a new community garden - in a roadside green.

Hamilton City Council has helped establish the garden in Gudex Court, St Andrews, in a grassed road reserve, a space for community use.

What would you like to plant in a … View more
Green-fingered forays during Covid lockdowns have led to the creation of a new community garden - in a roadside green.

Hamilton City Council has helped establish the garden in Gudex Court, St Andrews, in a grassed road reserve, a space for community use.

What would you like to plant in a roadside green?

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365 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for cucumber, or a recipe for plums?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the … View moreDear neighbours, looking ahead to summer (we can't wait!) and the glut of crops, we're looking for recipes for either plum or cucumber dishes, to feature in the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by December 3, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the December issue of NZ Gardener.

365 days ago

2023 CBD Award Winners!

Hamilton Business Association

The annual CBD Awards evening were held 1st November at Roose Common Park.

The Waikato River, Hamilton’s best natural resource, provided the backdrop for the evening, Royal Laboratorie created a splash of glamour with a Hampton pitched roof marquee on the riverbank with decor, furniture and … View more
The annual CBD Awards evening were held 1st November at Roose Common Park.

The Waikato River, Hamilton’s best natural resource, provided the backdrop for the evening, Royal Laboratorie created a splash of glamour with a Hampton pitched roof marquee on the riverbank with decor, furniture and lighting added to the elegance of the venue. SBI Productions were our light and sound technicians and Moving Media captured the evening with beautiful photography.

The CBD Awards are sponsored by Spark for Business and delivered by the Hamilton Central Business Association (HCBA).

Photo credit : Moving Media
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366 days ago

Click and collect or FREE delivery in the City

Michelle from The Crystal Point

We offer same day click and collect with our pick up instore option through our website. Or spend over $40 and we will deliver FREE in Hamilton City.

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