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71 days ago

Watercolour Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Discover watercolour painting in a relaxed, supportive watercolour class designed for beginners and returning artists. These sessions will guide you through paint and watercolour control, colour mixing, washes, composition and perspective.

Each watercolour class will help you to develop new … View more
Discover watercolour painting in a relaxed, supportive watercolour class designed for beginners and returning artists. These sessions will guide you through paint and watercolour control, colour mixing, washes, composition and perspective.

Each watercolour class will help you to develop new technical skills, become more confident in this medium, and increase your understanding of paint, walking away with a toolbox of new skills by the end of the term. This is a small class of 8 people only to allow plenty of tutor access.
Tuesdays - 3rd February - 24th March or
Fridays - 30th January - 27th March


Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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75 days ago

The city's new mayor is setting out his plan

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton City Council is pledging to cut costs and avoid “gold plating” infrastructure as part of a new strategy to limit rates increases, but Mayor Tim Macindoe says central government support may be needed to meet a new national rates cap.

Macindoe said Wellington needed to be “a little … View more
Hamilton City Council is pledging to cut costs and avoid “gold plating” infrastructure as part of a new strategy to limit rates increases, but Mayor Tim Macindoe says central government support may be needed to meet a new national rates cap.

Macindoe said Wellington needed to be “a little more nuanced” and take population growth into account.

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72 days ago

Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area. Find out more

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81 days ago

Poll: Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Conflicting Healthy Homes inspection reports are raising concerns about the consistency of standards meant to ensure rental properties are safe and liveable.

In one recent case, a Cambridge rental property underwent two inspections within a week, with significantly different outcomes. The first,… View more
Conflicting Healthy Homes inspection reports are raising concerns about the consistency of standards meant to ensure rental properties are safe and liveable.

In one recent case, a Cambridge rental property underwent two inspections within a week, with significantly different outcomes. The first, arranged by tenant Sara Lewis, identified multiple issues including mould, vermin, and ventilation concerns. A second inspection, arranged by property managers Harcourts, just six days later, found little to criticise.

Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Have you ever had a Healthy Homes inspection done where you live?
  • 27.3% Yes
    27.3% Complete
  • 72.7% No
    72.7% Complete
22 votes
73 days ago

Your Christmas shopping just got easier

Mags4Gifts

Mags4gifts.co.nz is having a Christmas sale with up to 40% off best-selling magazine subscriptions, including NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Add a free e-card at checkout and schedule it to arrive on Christmas morning for a perfectly timed surprise! Make Christmas thoughtful this … View moreMags4gifts.co.nz is having a Christmas sale with up to 40% off best-selling magazine subscriptions, including NZ Gardener, NZ House & Garden and TV Guide. Add a free e-card at checkout and schedule it to arrive on Christmas morning for a perfectly timed surprise! Make Christmas thoughtful this year with a gift that lasts long after the holidays are over. Shop Now

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74 days ago

Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area. Find out more

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74 days ago

Bestsellers: Nutella bliss with a twist at Oh Dutch Pancakes

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

What happens when you combine breakfast and dessert? According to Oh Dutch, you get a plate of warm fluffy poffertjes, or mini Dutch pancakes.

Inspired by the dessert cafés in their home town of Mumbai in India, husband and wife duo Sidhant Raval and Vaani Shah first started Oh Dutch out of a … View more
What happens when you combine breakfast and dessert? According to Oh Dutch, you get a plate of warm fluffy poffertjes, or mini Dutch pancakes.

Inspired by the dessert cafés in their home town of Mumbai in India, husband and wife duo Sidhant Raval and Vaani Shah first started Oh Dutch out of a gazebo at a night market. Now, the two can be found flipping the miniature treats at their shop amongst the hustle and bustle of Made Market.

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74 days ago

The bill for Ruapehu's post-storm road repairs

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Ruapehu’s mid-October storm has left a road repair bill of up to $10 million.

It caused major damage on more than 30 roads and Ruapehu District Council says the repair programme is likely to take two to three years.
However, the council expects to pay only a fraction of the $10m bill.

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74 days ago

Poll: Are you a confident swimmer?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton’s Dianne June always regretted not learning how to swim and she doesn’t want others missing out on the important life skill so she’s making a substantial donation to Stuff’s safe swimming campaign.

Stuff, supported by the Waikato Times, with backing from Water Safety New … View more
Hamilton’s Dianne June always regretted not learning how to swim and she doesn’t want others missing out on the important life skill so she’s making a substantial donation to Stuff’s safe swimming campaign.

Stuff, supported by the Waikato Times, with backing from Water Safety New Zealand, launched its safe swimming campaign in October.

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Are you a confident swimmer?
  • 17.6% Yes
    17.6% Complete
  • 47.1% I'm OK
    47.1% Complete
  • 35.3% No
    35.3% Complete
17 votes
75 days ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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75 days ago

Save a life this Christmas

NZ Blood

You’ve had the perfect gift all along. Book your blood or plasma donation today. Book to Donate

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75 days ago

Pumpkin plants

Graham from Nawton

I have a number of self sown plants in a new lawn patch, and would like to see them gone in the next week or so.
Call Graham on 0224329823

Free

75 days ago

Tomato plants

Graham from Nawton

I have a large of plants in an old compost bin, free to a good home.
Pickup and plant in the evening.
Call Graham on 022432982

Free

75 days ago

It was 60kph, then it was 100, soon it'll be 60 again

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

NZTA have signed off a speed limit change outside Motutere Holiday Park, south of Taupō.

The change will see speeds drop from 100kph back to 60kph along State Highway 1, extending 700m north and 150m south of Waitapu Rd, covering the park’s busy entrance.

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75 days ago

Journey Through Art

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Designed for people of all abilities, including those living with disabilities, this class encourages creativity, self-expression, and the joy of making art. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll have the freedom to experiment, discover what you love, and … View moreDesigned for people of all abilities, including those living with disabilities, this class encourages creativity, self-expression, and the joy of making art. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll have the freedom to experiment, discover what you love, and develop your artistic style and art skills in a tutored class.

Come and explore, create amazing art, and meet new people. Support people are welcome.


Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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