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Janet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and … View moreJanet Lovelock from Papanui, Christchurch has won the category of Best Floral Garden for her stunning floral garden in this small space. Congratulations, Janet!
Janet and her husband both enjoy tending to their garden and shared this about their garden:
"We are both in our eighties and have lived in the Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village for three and a half years. Our passion for gardening spans many years. We change our display every six months to cover Spring and Summer.
The residents in the village regularly bring their visitors to see our display and take plenty of photographs. When you hear comments such as “It lifts my spirits when I get to this corner” you realise how much it means to everyone. We will continue to create a beautiful garden for as long as we are able."
Click on the photos below to have a good look! And give Janet's garden a Like below if you think they've done a great job.
Uncertainty surrounds the fate of a controversial 60-home Kāinga Ora development for Flagstaff’s Endeavour Avenue after Housing Minister Chris Bishop’s announcement of a “turnaround plan” for the agency.
Bishop said the turnaround plan would see the agency refocus on “its core mission… View moreUncertainty surrounds the fate of a controversial 60-home Kāinga Ora development for Flagstaff’s Endeavour Avenue after Housing Minister Chris Bishop’s announcement of a “turnaround plan” for the agency.
Bishop said the turnaround plan would see the agency refocus on “its core mission of building and managing government-owned social housing in a financially sustainable way”.
What do you think will happen with this development? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!
This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.
Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!
… View moreThe Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!
This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.
Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your floral garden to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃
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A club that paused trading due to a “major cash flow crisis” is now open again.
Hamilton Cosmopolitan Club president John Davidson says they are working through the issues and will continue trading from 1pm Friday.
Excellent condition. Like new
Purchased for 2 week trip to Japan in which it served the purpose well especially bringing treasures home in excellent condition.
Now no longer needed so your chance to get a real bargain purchasing a top quality duffel bag. Promo photos from web, then pics … View moreExcellent condition. Like new
Purchased for 2 week trip to Japan in which it served the purpose well especially bringing treasures home in excellent condition.
Now no longer needed so your chance to get a real bargain purchasing a top quality duffel bag. Promo photos from web, then pics of actual duffel bag now being sold.
Can deliver bag to Hamilton suburbs. Also possible delivery to Matamata, Tauranga.
Note the details from the website.
RRP $299
"An easy-to-navigate duffel on wheels. Built to deal with the rigours of travel with ease.
This duffel is ready to roll. It's built from a tough Kodra nylon to protect your gear, and it has a variety of carry options to suit your style.
There's a telescopic handle for terminals. Shoulder straps for transit, and a combination of haul loops and webbing handles for grabbing on-the-go.
The solid frame protects the large main compartment from rough handling and a solid base sheet helps to keep your duffel upright — even when full.
At 120L it's ideal for long-haul international travel and moving plenty of gear closer to home."
There's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
… View moreThere's been an abundance of product recalls in the past few weeks. Please check the list below, and click on any products that may affect you so you can see all the details of its recall.
Food:
Heritage Mighty garlic ciabatta
LollyShop brand Frosted Caramels
Mexicano corn chips cheese
Oxford brand steak pie
Sanitarium Up & Go Protein Energize Vanilla
Cape Herb & Spice brand himalayan pink salt, smoky bbq, salt & pepper & seasoned salt
Products:
ProtectorAI balustrade posts - Bunnings
Juniper 2-in-1 baby high chair & swing
Annabel Trends - Baby banana teether - Not Socks
Baby Way NZ baby rocker/bouncer
Fitbit - Sense and Versa 3
Hutchwilco manual inflatable lifejacket
Glow in the dark hooded jumper
Little Bambinos various pyjamas
Muve Baby Way NZ musical bouncer
Arlec power board - Bunnings
HPM Electresafe Powercentre
Polaris RZR Pro R/ Pro R4
ISOFIX rotating car seat
You can see last month's recalls here. We hope this update was helpful!
Two senior Waikato Māori leaders say politicians can expect some very heated kōrero directed towards them at Waitangi on Wednesday.
A pōwhiri for politicians is set to get underway at 11am on the Upper Treaty Grounds ahead of Thursday’s Waitangi Day celebrations.
Truckies want the 80kph speed limit on the Napier-Taupō highway back at 100kph, even though crash stats point to fewer crashes under the lower limit.
Trucking companies spoken to by the Waikato Times said speed wasn’t the issue - the main problem on New Zealand’s roads was “idiot … View moreTruckies want the 80kph speed limit on the Napier-Taupō highway back at 100kph, even though crash stats point to fewer crashes under the lower limit.
Trucking companies spoken to by the Waikato Times said speed wasn’t the issue - the main problem on New Zealand’s roads was “idiot drivers”.
What are your thoughts on this 80kph stretch? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Taken some beautiful snaps lately? Whether it's rainbows, sunsets or a beautiful summer's day, we'd love you to share the joy with us.
Share a photo in the comments below
American president Donald Trump’s tough talk on more tariffs being applied to goods into the US has Waikato-based exporters nervous and watchful.
It follows Trump’s announcement about new tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese goods and fears they could spread elsewhere.
Do you think … View moreAmerican president Donald Trump’s tough talk on more tariffs being applied to goods into the US has Waikato-based exporters nervous and watchful.
It follows Trump’s announcement about new tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese goods and fears they could spread elsewhere.
Do you think this will affect NZ? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
A vacant plot-turned-eyesore in central Hamilton is in limbo as its sale is negotiated, but the rubbish hasn’t stopped piling up.
While a sale outcome is said to be two to six months away, another clean-up is coming at 728 Victoria Street “if all goes well”, according to the man … View moreA vacant plot-turned-eyesore in central Hamilton is in limbo as its sale is negotiated, but the rubbish hasn’t stopped piling up.
While a sale outcome is said to be two to six months away, another clean-up is coming at 728 Victoria Street “if all goes well”, according to the man responsible for the site.
Have you passed this Hamilton CBD site recently? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hospitality providers for the Waikato Regional Theatre are being nailed down and there’s confidence they’ll all be in place when the theatre opens later this year.
Craig Paul, of Hamilton-based hospitality sector consultants Table Talks, confirmed he was involved in “advanced … View moreHospitality providers for the Waikato Regional Theatre are being nailed down and there’s confidence they’ll all be in place when the theatre opens later this year.
Craig Paul, of Hamilton-based hospitality sector consultants Table Talks, confirmed he was involved in “advanced negotiations” for a “local operator” to run the hospitality area.
Who would you like to see selling food and drink from the new theatre? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
FRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — … View moreFRIDAY 14 & SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY, 10AM - 2PM
Discover the award-winning lifestyle at Ryman.
Join us at our open days and explore our living and care options, tour our show homes and see the amenities on offer. Plus, attend our open days and you could win a $500 travel voucher* — perfect for embracing new adventures.
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