Dinsdale, Hamilton

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2685 days ago

Do you support the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.

So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2683 days ago

Hamilton's new kerbside collection confirmed!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current … View moreHamiltonians are one step closer to getting their new kerbside collection service with Council yesterday approving the new level of service for the city. Hamilton City Council will roll out its new wheeled bin and more recycling options service from July 2020, which includes replacing the current black bag collection with separate wheeled bins for rubbish and recycling, a smaller separate food waste collection bin and using the existing recycling crates for glass only.

Waste Minimisation Advisor Charlotte Catmur says the current recycling service, which was established in 2002, is no longer ‘fit for purpose’ so the new service will be a major step forward for the city aligning it with other leading Councils in New Zealand. As part of the new service there will be assisted collections to help physically impaired or elderly residents and special services for intensive housing areas that cannot be serviced effectively through this kerbside collection service.

The new service is designed to increase Hamilton’s recycling rate from 29 per cent (by weight) to 50 per cent, which would mean diverting more than 100,000 tonnes of waste from landfill in the 10 years from 2020/21.

Check out Fight the Landfill to double check your collection days

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2684 days ago

Almost anything is possible at new virtual reality arcade

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

A virtual reality arcade is opening in Garden Place next month - will you be trying out this modern form of gaming?
Let us know in the comments below!
Read more at: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2686 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

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2684 days ago

Security

Carl from Forest Lake

Who in Charge of Local Security I would like to join.

2684 days ago

Carboot Sale this Saturday

Syrina Pene from Te Rongopai Community Trust (GOOD NEWS COMMUNITY CENTRE)

CAR BOOT SALE this Saturday 18th AUGUST WHANAU
Starts 7.30am to 12.00pm
Hold your own stall for $10.00
Call Pou on 022 039 8807
If its raining it will be CANCELLED
Good News Community Centre (Cnr Dominion & Breckons Ave).

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2685 days ago

The insider's guide to evaluating the market

Lodge Real Estate - City

Housing demand and buyer behaviour in Hamilton can vary greatly from suburb to suburb, even street to street.

Download our free guide and learn what detailed, suburb-specific information you need to know to make smarter property decisions.

Inside, you’ll find information on:

• Critical… View more
Housing demand and buyer behaviour in Hamilton can vary greatly from suburb to suburb, even street to street.

Download our free guide and learn what detailed, suburb-specific information you need to know to make smarter property decisions.

Inside, you’ll find information on:

• Critical suburb statistics to investigate and compare.
• Hamilton growth areas.
• Migration trends and projections.
• Key infrastructure projects set to impact Hamilton.
• Important numbers to crunch before selling, buying or investing.

Make smarter moves on the Hamilton property market today — get the guide here.

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2691 days ago

Video: Is it OK to park your car in someone's driveway?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Hamilton,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" … View more
Hi Hamilton,

Have you ever arrived home to find someone else parked in your driveway? Do you think it's OK to park your car in someone's driveway if you're in a hurry? Our reporter looked into the issue and decided the answer was "No, no, no!" Click here to read his reasons why.

So what are your thoughts on the topic? Do you agree or disagree with our reporter? Let us know your parking experiences in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

2685 days ago

FREE NEW FLAX WEAVING Classes - STILL TIME to REGISTER

Syrina Pene from Te Rongopai Community Trust (GOOD NEWS COMMUNITY CENTRE)

We are pleased to announce that our NEW RARANGA (flax weaving) BEGINNER CLASSES start on Thursday 16th August at 7pm, 2018. These Thursday evening classes will run as an 8 week block course at the Good News Community Centre (78 Breckons Ave, Nawton).
They are offered free to the community.
No … View more
We are pleased to announce that our NEW RARANGA (flax weaving) BEGINNER CLASSES start on Thursday 16th August at 7pm, 2018. These Thursday evening classes will run as an 8 week block course at the Good News Community Centre (78 Breckons Ave, Nawton).
They are offered free to the community.
No experience is needed to attend this introductory course, but those who have weaving experience are also welcome to participate. These classes will help extend your own knowledge of a beautiful traditional art that will bring you and your whanau or family joy for many years and generations to come. These classes are open to all adults.

Please call the office to register on 850 5020 or email goodnewscommunitycentre@gmail.com

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2686 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Find out more

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2686 days ago

Ferns

Margaret from Glenview

Big thanks to Neal Utting for the ferns you have a wonderful garden👍

Free

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2687 days ago

Where can I learn how to apply make-up?

Shuifang from Dinsdale

Hi, I want to learn how to apply make-up, just on myself, but not sure where I can learn?? I know there are tons of videos available, but still would like some help. Fraser High used to offer adult class on make up, but they are not doing it anymore. Any ideas. Thanks.

2686 days ago

Nominate your 2018 Gardener of the Year!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Previous winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close … View morePrevious winners have come from your neighbourhoods, which is obviously not short of great gardeners doing great things for their communities. Surely you've got another winner amongst you! Nominate a gardener who has inspired you, and you could win yourself a prize as well! Nominations close Aug 18. Meanwhile, take a look at last year's winners, Rebekah Manley Campbell and Samantha Claire.

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