Forest Lake, Hamilton

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1329 days ago

wooden baby cot

George Wing from Pukete

used but still in great condition. change of plans so want to sell at $175.00 o.n.o.
PM George at 022 105 9072 if interested to nego

Negotiable

1329 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

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1329 days ago

It's easier to get fibre!

Ultrafast Fibre

If you live down a right-of-way or in a building shared with others, great news!

It is now easier than ever to connect to the fibre network. If you wanted to connect before but weren’t able to get everyone’s consent, it may now be very simple. There are now many cases when all you need to do… View more
If you live down a right-of-way or in a building shared with others, great news!

It is now easier than ever to connect to the fibre network. If you wanted to connect before but weren’t able to get everyone’s consent, it may now be very simple. There are now many cases when all you need to do is tell your neighbours that you plan to connect, and in cases when consent is still required, Ultrafast Fibre makes it even easier with a team of people who can help you with the consent process.

Find out more about the four easy steps to get your free connection to ultra-fast, reliable fibre broadband.
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1330 days ago

🏡 Just Listed 🏡 1440 Tauwhare Road

Tim from Pukete

Here we have a private, peaceful and picture perfect lifestyle block that overlooks lush gardens, large lawns and a stunning rural setting, this superb home has redefined the art of salubrious living.

www.trademe.co.nz...

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1331 days ago

CAT DOOR

Jenny from Beerescourt

Hi neighbours,
Needing to have a cat door (I have the cat door), installed by professional glazier. Fairfield-Queenwood area. Happy to pay cash/eftpos for a Saturday install.
Cheers

1330 days ago

Our monthly newsletter, Hapori, is out now for April! 📝

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This issue includes news from our members across the country, safety tips + advice, updates from our partners and more.

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1330 days ago

Room Available $195pw

Lea from Dinsdale

Neat-freak on the wrong side of 40 has a room available to rent for $195pw, includes power & internet. Suitable for one person only, no pets. Close to Dinsdale shops and buses and has off-street parking. Checks to be carried out by QRM Ltd. Ph 0211337698

1330 days ago

Kolorex & Horopito - its hero ingredient

Naturally Healthy

New Zealand’s indigenous flora was used historically by Māori and through Rongoā Māori – traditional Māori medicine and healing – we learn the traditional use of our plants which today are corroborated with decades of research. It continues to fascinate me how we are provided with the … View moreNew Zealand’s indigenous flora was used historically by Māori and through Rongoā Māori – traditional Māori medicine and healing – we learn the traditional use of our plants which today are corroborated with decades of research. It continues to fascinate me how we are provided with the medicinal plants we require for optimal health in the environments we reside. Today I want to highlight one particular plant called Pseudowintera colorata, or Horopito as it is more commonly known.

Horopito is an evergreen shrub/small tree with elliptic leaves often splattered with red – not only do they look spicy but they taste peppery too leaving a wee bit of a burning sensation in the mouth. Nothing to cry about though! As you will learn further down, it is this peppery element lending to its therapeutic benefits.
It is the spicy leaves of Horopito that we use medicinally. Traditionally, Māori used Horopito leaves to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, and other skin conditions. Māori also used the leaves to help those with diarrhoea and stomach pain. Other traditional uses of Horopito include chewing on the leaves for toothache and steeped leaves taken internally to act as an analgesic (pain killer). Today we know the main action of Horopito is anti-fungal with many years of research-backed evidence to verify this. Other beneficial actions may include anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

The leaves contain tannins, flavonoids and volatile/essential oils. One of these volatile oils, specifically a sesquiterpene dialdehyde, exhibits the well documented fungicidal action listed above. This constituent is called polygodial and is the main biologically active constituent of Horopito.
Polygodial is produced by the plant itself to help combat attack by fungi. It is this very compound that shows extensive anti-fungal activity in humans too, especially against the yeast Candida albicans. See here for further information and studies on this: www.kolorex.com...

Interestingly, the inhibition of fungal growth by Horopito was shown to be stronger and faster acting when compared against a common anti-fungal pharmaceutical preparation amphotericin B, but without the side effects.
An imbalance of the gut and vaginal microbiome can seem rather common nowadays, especially with our stressful lifestyles and suboptimal diets high in refined carbohydrates and sugar. C. albicans is normally found in a healthy gut; it only causes problems when individuals are immunocompromised for whatever reason, causing an ‘overgrowth’ which is known as candidiasis.

A common naturopathic approach to assist those with candidiasis may include the following steps:
– Identify and address underlying and predisposing factors
– Follow an anti-candida diet (little-no refined carbohydrates and sugar among other dietary measures)
– Provide nutritional and herbal supplemental support
– Support and enhance immune system function
– Support and promote detoxification and elimination organs

In relation to women’s health, C. albicans can overpopulate the vaginal flora when other beneficial bacteria are low causing conditions such as thrush. Thrush is unfortunately a common condition experience regularly by some women. Horopito may be used successfully for cases of thrush, both orally and externally. A 2013 study by Chopra, V et al found Horopito to be “equally as effective as itraconazole (a pharmaceutical anti-fungal medication) for the overall treatment of recurrent vaginal thrush.” When used topically for thrush Horopito is in a preparation with other soothing ingredients to help avoid a burning sensation, so don’t worry! Another fungal condition Horopito may be used topically for is athlete’s foot.

With the well-researched benefits of Horopito, in particular for fungal conditions, it is an excellent herb to have in our tool box as a natural health practitioner. We are lucky to have continued access to this powerful ancient herb used by our ancestors.

Source:Ashly Olsen is a Naturopath and Natural Fertility Educator based in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand.

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1330 days ago

NZ’s sweetest spots to live revealed

homed Sweet Spots

Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious crunching of 14 data points to crown the seven best spots for 2021.

Congratulations to Addington, Christchurch which took out the overall sweetest spot!

You can check out the full… View more
Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious crunching of 14 data points to crown the seven best spots for 2021.

Congratulations to Addington, Christchurch which took out the overall sweetest spot!

You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff. There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you.

Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
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1330 days ago

Start your career in business administration.

Vision College

Looking for a career in Business or Administration?

Our fees-free 20 week NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. It is designed for those wanting to run the admin side of their own business, work in an administration … View more
Looking for a career in Business or Administration?

Our fees-free 20 week NZ Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) is the perfect way to retrain for modern office systems. It is designed for those wanting to run the admin side of their own business, work in an administration role, or upskill.

This hands-on programme will help you grow your knowledge, understanding and skills using the Microsoft Office Suite. It covers the Microsoft computer applications, business report writing, communication skills and document creation.

We are enrolling now for our May intake! Visit our website to enroll or to find out more.
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1331 days ago

⏰LONGER SUNDAY HOURS ⏰

Hamilton Small Animal Veterinary Centre

We are excited to share with you that from this Sunday the 11th of April our clinic will now be open longer hours on Sunday’s from 10am till 4pm for your convenience!😃

Consults with our vets will still be by appointment only, but we will now have more appointments available for you! 🎉

So… View more
We are excited to share with you that from this Sunday the 11th of April our clinic will now be open longer hours on Sunday’s from 10am till 4pm for your convenience!😃

Consults with our vets will still be by appointment only, but we will now have more appointments available for you! 🎉

So if need to see one of our team at the weekend, give us a call on 07 8492963. We look forward to hearing from you!💕

(Please note a small weekend fee does apply)

www.hamiltonvets.co.nz...

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1331 days ago

The greatest hits of the 70’s – Yesterday!

Stetson Entertainment

The finest professional New Zealand talent, endorsed by the American Producers, will star in a show chock-full of most of the greatest songs from the Seventies, produced by Stewart & Tricia Macpherson.

Songs like Mamma Mia, Rhinestone Cowboy, Rivers Of Babylon, Ruby Don’t Take Your Love To… View more
The finest professional New Zealand talent, endorsed by the American Producers, will star in a show chock-full of most of the greatest songs from the Seventies, produced by Stewart & Tricia Macpherson.

Songs like Mamma Mia, Rhinestone Cowboy, Rivers Of Babylon, Ruby Don’t Take Your Love To Town, Joy To The World, I Am Woman, When I Need You and Islands In The Stream. The cast includes NZ and Broadway star, Ali Harper, major theatrical and concert star Matthew Pike, and Kiwi star from London’s West End, Leanne Howell. Highly acclaimed Musical Director, Tom Rainey leads the musicians.

Friday, 9 April 2021 - Hamilton - Clarence Street Theatre 7.30pm

This is going to be a terrific show, with every song you’re bound to know. Be there, and join in the fun!
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1333 days ago

No Te Reo Classes Easter Monday

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

Kia Ora Koutou
Te Reo classes will not be running on Easter Monday 5th April 2021.
We will see you back on Monday 12th April.
Have a great and safe weekend.

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1340 days ago

Extravaganza in the Park Christmas Market 2021

Aaron from Chartwell

Christmas isn't complete without a visit to Extravaganza in the Park’s Annual Christmas Market held at Ellicot Park Nawton, Hamilton.
Come along and shop local this Christmas and give beautiful unique gifts your Whanau and friends will cherish.
Do all your festive shopping in one place and … View more
Christmas isn't complete without a visit to Extravaganza in the Park’s Annual Christmas Market held at Ellicot Park Nawton, Hamilton.
Come along and shop local this Christmas and give beautiful unique gifts your Whanau and friends will cherish.
Do all your festive shopping in one place and enjoy some food and entertainment on the day.

Featuring a wide range of quality artisan goods, handcrafted gifts, candles, soaps, entertainment and fun for the children, food stalls and community group fundraisers.

No imported items!

You will definitely find lots of unique gifts at the event.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING SECTION

We take the health, safety and wellbeing of our attendees, stallholders and event teams seriously. In light of Covid-19, should the Ministry of Health have a change in Alert Levels and we are unable to operate then we are required to discontinue the event on the specified date.

For more info: www.facebook.com... or email craftextravaganzanz@gmail.com

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1334 days ago

Get decorating and $ave!

Resene

HURRY SALE ENDS SOON!

$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to … View more
HURRY SALE ENDS SOON!

$ave with 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, wallpapers, decorating accessories and cleaning products!

Come in and see us and get all the advice you need for your projects. Whether you need help choosing colours, deciding which products to use, or what prep is required, Resene staff can help you every step of the way.

Resene products are designed and made in NZ and have been since Resene started in Wellington over 75 years ago.

Come in and get inspired to make the most of your home.
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