Forest Lake, Hamilton

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93 days ago

Receive a skincare gift with your NZ House & Garden subscription this September

NZ House & Garden

Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a … View more
Help your skin feel naturally soft, hydrated, and visibly replenished this spring. For a limited time when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Ceramide Soufflé Fresh Hydration Cream from Antipodes - valued at $64!

Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine subscription and a self-care ritual, all in one.

From the team at Mags4Gifts

*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years between August 25 - September 21, 2025.
Find out more

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93 days ago

Make It Yours: Create a Custom House Number Plaque with Resene Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Create a stylish house number plaque from a terracotta plant saucer and some Resene testpots – we show you how. Find out how to make and finish your own plaque with these easy step by step instructions.

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94 days ago

Have you gone past any of the nurse strikes?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Nurses walked off the job on Thursday for the second time this week, as part of a nationwide move involving more than 36,000 nurses.

It follows an earlier strike on Tuesday.

Have you gone past any of the nurse strikes? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words… View more
Nurses walked off the job on Thursday for the second time this week, as part of a nationwide move involving more than 36,000 nurses.

It follows an earlier strike on Tuesday.

Have you gone past any of the nurse strikes? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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94 days ago

Childrens Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Give your child the gift of creativity in a safe, supportive art therapy space where they can express emotions, build confidence, and develop resilience.
Designed for children who experience worries, emotional challenges, or just need a calm space to create, these art therapy sessions provide … View more
Give your child the gift of creativity in a safe, supportive art therapy space where they can express emotions, build confidence, and develop resilience.
Designed for children who experience worries, emotional challenges, or just need a calm space to create, these art therapy sessions provide gentle guidance through art activities that encourage self-expression and problem-solving.
Ideal for children who struggle with stress, social challenges, or big emotions, this is a welcoming environment where they can explore and grow at their own pace.


Starts 8th October - 26th November, 8 weeks, $105
- 5-8 Years 3.45pm - 4.45pm
- 9-12 Years 5.15pm - 6.15pm
Tutor - Art therapist Scarlett Jeong

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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94 days ago

Tamahere’s controversial chicanes unlikely to return

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Controversial chicanes laid out on Birchwood Lane in Tamahere are unlikely to return, and the speed limit left at 50kph, until this summer at least says the Waikato District Council.

The chicanes were vandalised and quietly removed at the end of July but a survey of locals about what to do … View more
Controversial chicanes laid out on Birchwood Lane in Tamahere are unlikely to return, and the speed limit left at 50kph, until this summer at least says the Waikato District Council.

The chicanes were vandalised and quietly removed at the end of July but a survey of locals about what to do produced inconclusive results, leaving members of the council’s Tamahere Community Committee to decide on their fate.

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94 days ago

Citreon DS4 1.6t happy to hear offers

Orlando from Pukete

Hi neighbours 👋,

I’m selling my 2013 Citroën DS4 Sports Chic 1.6 Turbo (auto/tiptronic). It’s mainly been used once a week for uni, so it hasn’t had a hard life. I really love this car and would honestly prefer to keep it, but my wife and I need the money, so I’m reluctantly letting … View more
Hi neighbours 👋,

I’m selling my 2013 Citroën DS4 Sports Chic 1.6 Turbo (auto/tiptronic). It’s mainly been used once a week for uni, so it hasn’t had a hard life. I really love this car and would honestly prefer to keep it, but my wife and I need the money, so I’m reluctantly letting it go, but you can you would be investing in a young couples life.

Details:

Odometer: 137,600 km

WOF valid until 03/2026

Registration expired end of August (happy to renew)

Runs best on 95 petrol, but can take 91

What I like about it:
✔️ Recently serviced & professionally cleaned
✔️ Tyres in great shape, brake pads recently replaced
✔️ Smooth drive with cruise control and parking sensors
✔️ Handy features like auto wipers, fog lights, and Bluetooth
✔️ Customisable speedometer
✔️ Comes with oil, brake fluid, and steering fluid
✔️ Tidy inside and out, with original manual

Things to be aware of:

Cigarette lighter socket doesn’t work, but the USB + AUX beside it does (handy for music/charging).

Uses a little extra oil — spare oil included.

AC may have a small leak — still functional, just not as cold as it could be.

The mechanic checked it over before listing. The valve cover gasket has been replaced (with service report). Turbo has some play, but he confirmed it’s running fine and not urgent — replace only when it eventually fails, which could be a long time away.

It’s a comfortable, stylish European hatchback with loads of features, and it still runs beautifully. Happy to answer questions or show it to anyone interested.

Negotiable

104 days ago

Lemon Season: Got any ideas?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and … View more
It is lemon season - our trees are bursting and our gardens are covered in citrus peels ... what do you do with your excess lemons?

Share with your community your tips on:
🍋 Harvesting and storage
🍋 Creative uses: recipes, cleaning solutions, health benefits
🍋 Tree care and maintenance

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95 days ago

Cancer returns for Te Kūiti mum who has already lost an arm

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Monica Palmer is happy to be alive.

The 41-year-old Te Kūiti solo mum is living life day-by-day, despite having just one arm.

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95 days ago

What do you think, does this reflect what you're seeing?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Waikato people are getting fatter, sadder and poorer according to a long-term study of the region’s progress indicators.

The Waikato Progress Indicators - Tupuranga Waikato report has found just 31% of people in 2024 reported being physically active on five or more days in the past week - down… View more
Waikato people are getting fatter, sadder and poorer according to a long-term study of the region’s progress indicators.

The Waikato Progress Indicators - Tupuranga Waikato report has found just 31% of people in 2024 reported being physically active on five or more days in the past week - down from 61% in 2006.

What do you think, does this reflect what you're seeing? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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95 days ago

ART CRITIQUE SESSION

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Are you an artist wanting fresh feedback and new ideas? Our art critique event is a supportive space where creatives bring their work, share openly, and receive constructive insights. Guided by facilitators, each session focuses on colour, composition, technique, and meaning – helping you refine … View moreAre you an artist wanting fresh feedback and new ideas? Our art critique event is a supportive space where creatives bring their work, share openly, and receive constructive insights. Guided by facilitators, each session focuses on colour, composition, technique, and meaning – helping you refine your practice and gain confidence.

This is a chance to:
- Receive thoughtful feedback on your artwork

- Explore how others see your creative ideas

- Connect with the Hamilton art community

- Grow your skills in a supportive environment

Bring along one piece (finished or in progress, physical or digital) and join us for this exciting first Hamilton art critique session at Arts for Health.

When: Friday 12 September, 12.30pm – 2.30pm

Where: Arts for Health, 2 Seddon Road, Frankton, Hamilton

Cost: Pay on the day, $5

Limited spaces

Save your space at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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95 days ago

Arts for Wellbeing

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Discover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range… View moreDiscover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range of art materials. This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed - just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment. With a limit of  only 8 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience and meet some amazing people along the way.

Book your art therapy class now and take some well-deserved time for yourself!

Starts Wednesday 8th October - 26th November 9:30am - 11:30am,
with Arts Therapist Scarlett Jeong $185

Join at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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95 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

AEA: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can I do if I am worried about my eating?
Ask for help. Whatever your problem with food, Addictive Eaters Anonymous can help.

2. What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?
Addictive Eaters Anonymous is a Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. … View more
AEA: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can I do if I am worried about my eating?
Ask for help. Whatever your problem with food, Addictive Eaters Anonymous can help.

2. What is Addictive Eaters Anonymous?
Addictive Eaters Anonymous is a Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. Through working the AEA Twelve Step Programme, members have found several decades of recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise.

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101 days ago

🏋️‍♀️ Help us exercise our brains!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
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We’ve worked our way through our usual batch of The Press puzzles … so now the Neighbourly Team are on the lookout for fresh challenges to keep our brains buzzing 🧠✨

We want to know: When you have a spare moment, what brain-boosting games, puzzles or activities do you reach for?
Inspire us in the comments below ...

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95 days ago

Plasma can help treat someone’s liver failure

NZ Blood

The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in … View more
The treatment for someone’s serious illness can begin with the kind donation of
plasma from a New Zealander. Donated plasma can help treat up to 50 different
illnesses including cancer, kidney disease and severe burns, and make up to 11
life-saving products. It’s a precious gift to those in need. But it’s in high demand.
Please help someone start their new life today.

Book now to donate, download the NZ Blood App or call 0800 448 325.
Book to donate

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96 days ago

Thames Coromandel snubbed by the Western Bay, left out of waters group

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Thames Coromandel District Council’s attempts to join a multi-council water services group have been blocked by one of the councils involved, leaving it to fend for itself.

The snub has seen the council call on the Government to appoint a facilitator to resolve the impasse which has been … View more
Thames Coromandel District Council’s attempts to join a multi-council water services group have been blocked by one of the councils involved, leaving it to fend for itself.

The snub has seen the council call on the Government to appoint a facilitator to resolve the impasse which has been labelled “a surprise at the 11th hour” by deputy mayor Terry Walker.

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