Unlost travellers market this weekend
Coming to Claudelands Park, Hamilton next weekend! Head along and checkout this new travelling market.
The Unlost Village Travelling Marketeers is a brand new monthly travelling market throughout the North Island, a vibrant collection of travellers, creatives and traders, many who have graced the travelling fair circuits over the years.
A unique weekend market including bonafide housetrucks and travelling vehicles, this eclectic group of experienced Marketeers bring herbs & healing products, hats, bags, jewelry, accessories, ceramics, ethnic clothing, leather, silver, art, upcycled silver cutlery, pallet wood art, custom t-shirts, crystals, massage, wrought iron, coffee, yummy food and more.
In the spirit of the village market, a buskers stage is available for musicians, dancers, performers and artists, plus free fun ’ye olde playstation style’ for the kids (big and little). Event info:
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Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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