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657 days ago

New Rototuna library due to open mid-2023

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The $9.5 million Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library is really starting to take shape ahead of its opening in mid-2023.

The roofline of the new building is clearly visible behind perimeter fencing as the construction at Rototuna Village approaches its first anniversary.

“The library roof … View more
The $9.5 million Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library is really starting to take shape ahead of its opening in mid-2023.

The roofline of the new building is clearly visible behind perimeter fencing as the construction at Rototuna Village approaches its first anniversary.

“The library roof installation is now complete and the building is watertight,” Hamilton City Council programme manager Natasha Hansen said in a statement.

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657 days ago

Kiwi Can 💚⭐

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Waikato

Kiwi Can is a life skills and values programme delivered to the whole school by trained Kiwi Can leaders with every child attending a Kiwi Can lesson once a week, every week of the school year. Kiwi Can has a history of making a big difference. But the proof is in the research, and here’s what it… View moreKiwi Can is a life skills and values programme delivered to the whole school by trained Kiwi Can leaders with every child attending a Kiwi Can lesson once a week, every week of the school year. Kiwi Can has a history of making a big difference. But the proof is in the research, and here’s what it shows...

- Engages students
- Reduces truancy
- Improves listening and communication skills
- Helps children play cooperatively and resolve behavioural issues more easily
- Builds confidence
- Reduces bullying in schools

Find out more about our Kiwi Can programme through the link below.

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657 days ago

Open Seven Days!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Five Cross

Just a reminder that we are open seven days for your op shopping fix! So come on in and grab a bargain be it for the start of the school year or that little gift for your Valentine on Valentine’s Day.
Monday to Friday 9-4.30pm
Saturday 9-4pm
Sunday 10-3pm
Where? Shop 3/ 12 Fifth Avenue, Enderley … View more
Just a reminder that we are open seven days for your op shopping fix! So come on in and grab a bargain be it for the start of the school year or that little gift for your Valentine on Valentine’s Day.
Monday to Friday 9-4.30pm
Saturday 9-4pm
Sunday 10-3pm
Where? Shop 3/ 12 Fifth Avenue, Enderley in Hamilton.
(07) 853-6021
There is always parking right outside the shop and bargains to be had inside the shop.
This week kids clothing is 1/2 price as well as women’s dresses.
See you soon!

657 days ago

Relay For Life is just four and a half weeks away!

Pip Stephenson from Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society

This inspirational community event brings everyone together to celebrate, honour and remember loved ones with cancer.

Join us to cheer on survivors who take on the opening lap and all the other teams who keep their baton moving for 12 hours.

There'll be food trucks, good music, … View more
This inspirational community event brings everyone together to celebrate, honour and remember loved ones with cancer.

Join us to cheer on survivors who take on the opening lap and all the other teams who keep their baton moving for 12 hours.

There'll be food trucks, good music, entertainment, volleyball and special moments to remember like the Candelight Ceremony.

Sign up your team at the link below!
If you're a cancer survivor, you are invited to join us for a complimentary morning tea. Please contact admin@cancersociety.org.nz to RSVP.

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659 days ago

Making a plan could save your life…

The Hello Project

All too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan … View moreAll too often, our older community are found at home alone, suffering, physically hurt and unable to help themselves. If you’re living alone and would like some extra support, get to know your neighbours, reassure them that you're okay with them checking in on you, and together make a plan and talk through what warning signs to look out for should something be wrong. It could just save your life.

For more information, and tips to help you make a plan go to thehelloproject.nz
Learn more

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660 days ago

Want something to listen to this weekend?

Stuff

Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a … View more
Needless to say, it's been a horrible week for a lot of us with the scary weather and all it's brought with it. If you're doing it tough, here's something which might help.

Stuff's podcast Stuff Explained has been talking with Hummingly's Jolie Wills, a psycho-social expert in disaster and disruption. In this short podcast interview, Jolie shares her expert advice on what you, or the people you want to support, may need right now.

Whether you're currently involved, or you want to help others, it's worth a quick listen!
Listen now

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661 days ago

Donations

The Team from Red Cross Shop Hamilton CBD

Hi
Have you any good quality unwanted items you would like picked up. We pick up for free. Pease feel free to call Red Cross CBD on 07 834 0353.
PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT CLOTHES DUE TO TO MANY.
Take care, have a great long weekend

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661 days ago

Poll: Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to … View more
The Canon Summer Snap competition has garnered some stunning photos from across Aotearoa. Once again, Neighbourly is the judge of their People and Communities photograph category so we need you!

There's a camera up for grabs for these talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!

Cast your vote in the poll below before 4pm, 14 February.

Which photograph should win the People & Communities category?
  • 13.5% Sparrow stories at Oriental Bay
    13.5% Complete
  • 15.9% Forever Brothers
    15.9% Complete
  • 35.4% Fishing at Ngunguru
    35.4% Complete
  • 25.3% Summer evening at Lake Wakatipu
    25.3% Complete
  • 7% Runners on Himatangi Beach
    7% Complete
  • 2.8% Party colour at Wellington Botanic Gardens
    2.8% Complete
1930 votes
661 days ago

The Good Registry 🎁

The Team from Graeme Dingle Foundation Waikato

Gift buying can be tricky, but why not gift good instead? 🎁

You can gift to us through The Good Registry any time of the year - for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, workplace celebrations, baby showers… any special life moments and milestones.

Head to their website and gift good for your … View more
Gift buying can be tricky, but why not gift good instead? 🎁

You can gift to us through The Good Registry any time of the year - for birthdays, weddings, Christmas, workplace celebrations, baby showers… any special life moments and milestones.

Head to their website and gift good for your next occasion.

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661 days ago

Tutus on Tour back returns to Hamilton!

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet opens its 70th anniversary season with a fresh, new production of the ever-popular Tutus on Tour coming to Clarence Street Theatre from 4th – 5th March!

See dancers from your national ballet company perform an enchanting collection of works which encapsulate the … View more
The Royal New Zealand Ballet opens its 70th anniversary season with a fresh, new production of the ever-popular Tutus on Tour coming to Clarence Street Theatre from 4th – 5th March!

See dancers from your national ballet company perform an enchanting collection of works which encapsulate the history of ballet, including treasures from the RNZB’s recent past alongside classical favourites, and exciting new works which will delight dance fans of all ages.

With just three shows and adult tickets starting at $35 (plus booking fee), seats are selling fast. Find out more and book at rnzb.org.nz.
Find out more

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664 days ago

Poll: Should we be taking more action on climate change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With torrential rain and flooding caused by an 'atmospheric river', should this event convince us all that climate change is real and we need to be taking action?

*Add NFP if you don't wish for your comments to be used for We Say You Say in the local papers.*

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Should we be taking more action on climate change?
  • 66.8% Yes, we need to do more
    66.8% Complete
  • 10.9% No, there's no such thing as climate change
    10.9% Complete
  • 3.9% I don't know - I'd need more information
    3.9% Complete
  • 18.4% There's nothing we can do about climate change
    18.4% Complete
2675 votes
664 days ago

A Morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include … View more
Sir Ashley Bloomfield was New Zealand’s Director-General of Health from June 2018 to July 2022 and became a familiar figure as the public face of the health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

His vast career experiences over the last 25 years in public policy and health leadership include being based at the World Health Organization in Geneva, working on non-communicable disease prevention and control with a global focus.

Join us for a morning with Sir Ashley Bloomfield as he shares insight into his career and the challenges he faced during uncertain times.

Time: Wednesday 8 February, 10.30am
Location: Online.

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663 days ago

Evening Arts Therapy Workshops

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Are you needing a break to reconnect with yourself? Try our mindfulness workshop where you can be inspired to create new possibilities.

Gain a better understanding of your inner self and learn how to express your feelings creatively using a range of new art skills and processes.
This is a safe … View more
Are you needing a break to reconnect with yourself? Try our mindfulness workshop where you can be inspired to create new possibilities.

Gain a better understanding of your inner self and learn how to express your feelings creatively using a range of new art skills and processes.
This is a safe place to step out of your comfort zone and start making the life that you want through the arts.

Book today - www.eventspronto.co.nz...

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663 days ago

Divine Connections Expo this Saturday Hamilton Gardens

Aaron from Chartwell

Hamilton Divine Connections Expo! An
Holistic Wellbeing Experience on this weekend.

Saturday 4th February 2023
Hamilton Gardens Pavilion
Hungerford Cres
Hamilton.
10:00am – 4:00pm

This a spiritual wellbeing event that offers psychic readings, crystals, candles, handcrafted creations, giftware… View more
Hamilton Divine Connections Expo! An
Holistic Wellbeing Experience on this weekend.

Saturday 4th February 2023
Hamilton Gardens Pavilion
Hungerford Cres
Hamilton.
10:00am – 4:00pm

This a spiritual wellbeing event that offers psychic readings, crystals, candles, handcrafted creations, giftware and various styles of healing.

Entry: Koha

We will be fundraising to support the 'I am Hope' charity, who offer hope and a voice to young people struggling with mental health

SEE YOU THERE!

Visit us at:
Facebook.com/DivineConnectionsExpo
Hamilton Divine Connections Expo

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664 days ago

Red Cross cbd

The Team from Red Cross Shop Hamilton CBD

We have had a lot o teaching aids come in. Good for home schooling or supporting yr young child. Come down and have a look

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