Frankton, Hamilton

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

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Does your organisation need new flooring?

Apply for up to $2,000 and also be in to win a $20,000 makeover.

1112 days ago

Seven key reasons why you need to write your will

Public Trust

"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of … View more"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially when your circumstances change or at a key life stages. Check out the article in the link below.

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1112 days ago

Donations needed!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Hamilton CBD

We are very excited to announce that we are opening a new Red Cross Shop at 83A Tristram Street in Hamilton CBD and we’ll be there for you 7 days a week.

We are looking for donations of pre-loved, good quality, summer clothing, homewares and furniture that you are willing to recycle for good.

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We are very excited to announce that we are opening a new Red Cross Shop at 83A Tristram Street in Hamilton CBD and we’ll be there for you 7 days a week.

We are looking for donations of pre-loved, good quality, summer clothing, homewares and furniture that you are willing to recycle for good.

So, why not give your surplus quality items a new lease of life with Red Cross? Call us on (07) 846 0492 or send an email to shop.hamiltonCBD@redcross.org.nz to arrange a pick-up, or drop-off time and we’ll find someone to re-love them for you.

Many thanks for your help😊

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1113 days ago

Help us to "Light up Loneliness" by encouraging your local council to get involved.

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

The New Zealand Coalition to … View more
Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!


The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.

The New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness is a growing group of non-profit organisations, businesses and researchers working together to end loneliness for individuals, in communities, and at workplaces in New Zealand.

They are now calling on Local Government to help them “Light up loneliness”.

“Imagine if every Mayor and Council across New Zealand helped promote the “Lets End Loneliness” website and made tackling loneliness a priority, using their own local community resources,” says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive.

“It would be a gamechanger. Taking this issue out of the shadows, reducing the stigma and shame, and giving it light is the aim of the campaign” she says.

Social connection is a key factor for healthy, prosperous people, communities, and workplaces, but loneliness in New Zealand is increasing. In the March 2021 quarter 18.4% of New Zealanders felt lonely most, all or some of the time, up from 16.6% in 2018, and 13.9% in 2014.

“Many of us have experienced loneliness at some time in our lives and we know that feels horrible, but it can be addressed and solved. Together we can end loneliness for New Zealanders who feel isolated” says Sam Johnson, Founder and Chief Executive of Student Volunteer Army.

The letsendloneliness.co.nz website provides information on tackling loneliness and where to get help, as well as up-to-date news and research.

“The website is designed as a source of information which also links people to support services. We challenge every Local Council in New Zealand to create a link on their own websites to letsendloneliness.co.nz” says Sam Johnson.

The recent COVID-19 lockdown highlights that everyone can feel isolated and lonely. Catherine Hall, Chief Executive of Alzheimers New Zealand believes everyone should feel safe, supported, loved, and connected.

“Sadly, people often find family, whānau and friends take a step back just when they need them most. We stand alongside our coalition partners and with all New Zealanders, to make sure no one feels alone.”

Help light up loneliness! The campaign is not just for councils. Anyone can create a link to the letsendloneliness.co.nz or post a mention through social media channels to support the ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign.

Together we can end loneliness, one person, one community, one workplace at a time.

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1113 days ago

Good things come to those who thrift!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Five Cross

Come on in and get sorted for the summer. We are open and stocked up with awesome summer clothing for everyone in the family and we have a shop full of the weird and the wonderful!
Come on in and see what you can find we are at 3 Fifth Avenue, Five Cross Roads in Hamilton.
We are open 9-4.30 Monday… View more
Come on in and get sorted for the summer. We are open and stocked up with awesome summer clothing for everyone in the family and we have a shop full of the weird and the wonderful!
Come on in and see what you can find we are at 3 Fifth Avenue, Five Cross Roads in Hamilton.
We are open 9-4.30 Monday to Friday and 9-1 on Saturday.

I am looking for new volunteers to join the team, can you give 4 hours a week on a regular basis? I’d love to have a chat. We are a busy shop and there are many ways you could help.I am looking for friendly people with a positive can do attitude. If you think you might fit the bill come on in and have a chat or call on (07) 853-6021

1113 days ago

Essential work on the front lines.

Waipa Networks

Waipa Networks continue to operate at Alert level 3 while following very strict protocols to keep our team and communities safe.

You might notice the team out and about continuing with critical maintenance on your power network, feel free to share a smile and a friendly wave, but if you can do … View more
Waipa Networks continue to operate at Alert level 3 while following very strict protocols to keep our team and communities safe.

You might notice the team out and about continuing with critical maintenance on your power network, feel free to share a smile and a friendly wave, but if you can do so from a distance, that helps us keep each other safe.
Planned outages, maintenance and service continue as usual, we know these outages could affect your work from home, or home schooling scenarios and thank you for patience. You can find out when and where outages will take place on our website.
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1113 days ago

The Ultimate Alternative to school!

Vision College

Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the… View more
Does your teen disengage at school? At Vision College, we offer the ‘Ultimate’ alternative to school!

The Ultimate programmes are free and designed for 16-19 year olds who didn’t enjoy school and are looking to gain skills and insight towards a pathway for their future. Ultimate offers the opportunity for students to earn NZQA qualifications, credits towards NCEA Level 1 and 2, and explore a range of practical study and career tasters.

We are enrolling now for 2022!

Click here to find out more about Ultimate and to enrol your teen.
Find out more

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1113 days ago

Thinking of Website Design, Business Card, Logo design?

Naimish from iFixComputer ifixcomputer.co.nz

Hey all,

If you are running business and thinking of new website, online store or re-design existing website, please feel free to contact me for quote.

I am freelance Web Developer.
We design beautiful, professional and mobile responsive website. We maintain and enhance basic Websites, e-commerce… View more
Hey all,

If you are running business and thinking of new website, online store or re-design existing website, please feel free to contact me for quote.

I am freelance Web Developer.
We design beautiful, professional and mobile responsive website. We maintain and enhance basic Websites, e-commerce websites from scratch or existing websites.

We are experiencing in SEO and digital marketing.

Let me take care of everything to do with your website. From your website hosting, right through to your domain name and email. I know all these components intimately and how they fit together in an ever-changing landscape. Giving me ultimate technical responsibility means I can give you the best possible service when you need it most.

If you are just start up and have a $0 budget for Website, I can still help
design free website and bring more business.

Get in touch if you have any questions, I am more than happy to help.

Cheers,

Naimish
Webexper.nz

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1114 days ago

Hearing Aid Services

William from Hearing Health New Zealand Limited

Covid 19 Stage 3 Lockdown
We are open to provide a service
at 27 O'Neill Street, Claudelands, Hamilton 3214

Hearing aids needing repair or supplies such as batteries and wax filters will be dealt with

Tel; 07 853 7874

Email: helpmehear@hotmail.com

1114 days ago

Kōwhai magazine is out now!

In this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.

Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.

We all know that food … View more
In this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.

Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.

We all know that food brings people together, so follow Manu’s guide to creating the most delicious platter to share with your friends and whānau.
Read our free online copy

1115 days ago

Stress and how to help you cope.

Naturally Healthy

How are you going with the constant worry, anxiety and confusion of today’s times.

Many of us have brain fog, sleeping badly and finding it hard to stay kind.

Our bodies are going into fight or flight mode.

This is a left over mechanism for survival from our ancestors past when on the … View more
How are you going with the constant worry, anxiety and confusion of today’s times.

Many of us have brain fog, sleeping badly and finding it hard to stay kind.

Our bodies are going into fight or flight mode.

This is a left over mechanism for survival from our ancestors past when on the savannah they encounter a sabre tooth tiger.

This same mode is triggered when we are stressed.

Great for short term survival – very bad with modern stress.

Our bodies shut down other functions to be ready to run or fight.

Our adrenal glands pumped and ready to fire.

Over time this is very detrimental to our health.

Affecting digestion, nerves, circulation and capacity to stay calm.

If this is affecting you.

You will need to make time to de stress.

When you place your body in a state/moment of ‘peace’ and calm breathing.

Your body will believe you are ‘safe’.

Practice this mindfulness through breathing, stretching, exercise, music etc.

Find your happy place – and ‘be happy’ in that moment.

Watch your breathing.

Calm deep breathing will tell your body you are ‘safe’

Watch your mind talk.

Staying in the present will help your body to stay calm.

When your body feels ‘safe’ and breathes like you are not stressed.

The fight or flight adrenal and heart re action will be mollified.

And the reactionary state subside.

And this equates to better health.

Stress gives rise to higher cortisol levels in the blood.

These in turn make it difficult to sleep.

I recommend SATTVA Ashwagandha.

Take 2 capsules between dinner and bedtime to lessen the cortisol levels and aid better sleep.

For best results the therapeutic dosage must be taken.

2 capsules of our Ashwagandha is a therapeutic dose.

To combat stress It is vital to get enough sleep

Also.

Drink enough water

And stay away from processed high sugar/fat foods.

Supporting you to being in the best wellness you can obtain while we go through these difficult times.

Ashwagandha is one of the most powerful herbs in Ayurvedic healing, which has been prescribed as a stress adaptogen, first discovered in 6,000 BC!

An adaptogenic herb is a highly effective, evidence-based remedy to help reduce stress, fatigue, and worry—by supporting normal cortisol and GABA levels, helping the body adapt to stress.

Or take 1-2 capsules, 1-2 times daily to support the following:

Stress

Fatigue

Worry

Trouble sleeping

Kia Kaha NZ.

Always take as directed

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1137 days ago

NZ Post Couriers

Alan from Glenview

NZ Post Couriers would have to be the worst courier company for service in NZ. On Saturday we had a parcel which had been sent per NZ Post Couriers delivered to our letter box, not by NZ Post but by a person who had found it on the road a kilometre away! With it a note: Courier dropped on road, … View moreNZ Post Couriers would have to be the worst courier company for service in NZ. On Saturday we had a parcel which had been sent per NZ Post Couriers delivered to our letter box, not by NZ Post but by a person who had found it on the road a kilometre away! With it a note: Courier dropped on road, Homestead Place. I have tried to contact NZ Post Couriers per phone to no avail. I rang the 0800 number and was directed to a series of numbers, but nothing for complaints. I then tried their website and found a section for feedback. They said that they would not answer feedback but I decided to write something anyway but the comment box only allowed me to enter one line. Obviously they don't want complaints. I will in future not deal with NZ companies who intend to send my goods per NZ Post Couriers. Meanwhile, many thanks to the kind and honest person in Homestead Place who took the trouble to deliver the parcel.

1115 days ago

Free Ham Giveaway on now!

Forlongs

Get ready for Christmas with our free ham giveaway:

• Spend $250 dollars for a Free Chicken
• Spend $450 for a Free Roast Pork
• Spend $700 for a Free Beef Roast
• Spend $1,000 dollars for a Free Turkey or Half Ham

We have resumed our normal hours Monday to Saturday and our … View more
Get ready for Christmas with our free ham giveaway:

• Spend $250 dollars for a Free Chicken
• Spend $450 for a Free Roast Pork
• Spend $700 for a Free Beef Roast
• Spend $1,000 dollars for a Free Turkey or Half Ham

We have resumed our normal hours Monday to Saturday and our friendly team are here to help you find all your favourite things. Please make sure you wear your mask, scan in and give others a bit of space. Luckily we have a huge showroom, with plenty of new products that arrived during lockdown, and heaps of Christmas gift ideas.

You can shop online if you prefer, but you will need to collect the Christmas giveaway from our Rawhiti St store as we cannot deliver the Christmas meats.

Check out our website for full details and to see the great range of products available. www.forlongs.co.nz
Learn more

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1115 days ago

Win $100 Farro Holiday Hamper

Devan from Smart Express Hamilton

This month we are giving away a fantastic Farro Holiday Hamper worth $100, just in time for the festive season. Enter via our Facebook page for your chance to win.

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1116 days ago

Timely reasons you should make your will.

Public Trust

"Now really is a particularly important time to create a will and get things sorted for you and your family. It gives everyone peace of mind.” Principal Trustee Helen Trembath - Greenlane customer centre. Helen had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, … View more"Now really is a particularly important time to create a will and get things sorted for you and your family. It gives everyone peace of mind.” Principal Trustee Helen Trembath - Greenlane customer centre. Helen had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially in these uncertain times. Check out the article in the link below.

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1116 days ago

We’re here for tamariki

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If tamariki are injured in an accident anywhere in Aotearoa, ACC is here to support them until they can get back to everyday life – including financial support for medical services, care and equipment. Find out more

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