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Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust
Support your child’s growth and well being with our tweens art therapy sessions. Designed for 9–12-year-olds, including home-schooled children or those finding school challenging, these sessions provide a safe, supportive space to explore creativity, express emotions, and build confidence. … View moreSupport your child’s growth and well being with our tweens art therapy sessions. Designed for 9–12-year-olds, including home-schooled children or those finding school challenging, these sessions provide a safe, supportive space to explore creativity, express emotions, and build confidence. Through fun, hands-on activities and guided skill-building, our tweens art therapy helps young people develop resilience, social connection, and self-expression.
Whether your child is not currently attending school or simply needs a peaceful, encouraging environment, tweens art therapy offers meaningful experiences that promote growth, friendship, and well being. Join us and help your child thrive in a welcoming, supportive space with tweens art therapy.
Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Patients suffered serious harm on a weekly basis in Waikato last year, with available information indicating at least one fatal incident.
However, details remain scarce as a deadline for Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora (HNZ) to improve transparency approaches.
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Jonathan and Sarah Walker are a couple with a give-it-a-go attitude to life, whether it’s travelling the world in a Land Rover or starting a butchery business with no experience.
Nestled below Hakarimata Scenic Reserve just outside of Ngāruawāhia is Soggy Bottom Holding, the local butcher … View moreJonathan and Sarah Walker are a couple with a give-it-a-go attitude to life, whether it’s travelling the world in a Land Rover or starting a butchery business with no experience.
Nestled below Hakarimata Scenic Reserve just outside of Ngāruawāhia is Soggy Bottom Holding, the local butcher you’ll recognise from frosty mornings at the farmer’s markets.
Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust
An 8-week professional development programme for emerging artists ready to advance their creative practice. Ideal if you’re working towards an exhibition or want more structure and direction.
You’ll focus on:
Developing your art practice
Building a cohesive body of work
One-on-one tutor … View moreAn 8-week professional development programme for emerging artists ready to advance their creative practice. Ideal if you’re working towards an exhibition or want more structure and direction.
You’ll focus on:
Developing your art practice
Building a cohesive body of work
One-on-one tutor support
Weekly group critiques
Project planning
Exhibition preparation (optional)
Pricing your work
Presenting your work professionally
Growing confidence as an artist
If you’re ready to take the next step, this programme will help strengthen and elevate your practice. Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Former students of Taupō Nui-a-Tia College say they’re “devastated” and “disappointed” after the alleged arson at their school which has left an entire block of classrooms, and a health centre destroyed by fire.
Emergency services were called to the school about 2.15pm on Sunday, when… View moreFormer students of Taupō Nui-a-Tia College say they’re “devastated” and “disappointed” after the alleged arson at their school which has left an entire block of classrooms, and a health centre destroyed by fire.
Emergency services were called to the school about 2.15pm on Sunday, when plumes of black smoke could be seen across town.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Visitors appeared to have taken the Thames-Coromandel mayor’s advice and headed to the region in droves over Waitangi weekend as the district tried to bounce back after recent storms.
The deluge damaged a number of homes including flooded homes in Whitianga and others in Tairua red stickered.
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...
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Once touted as an anglers paradise, and a top water-sport playground on the Waikato River, Mangakino is in danger of becoming a ghost town as toxic algal blooms slowly suck the life out of its main attraction - Lake Maraetai.
Locals say cyanobacterial algal blooms in the river’s hydro lakes … View moreOnce touted as an anglers paradise, and a top water-sport playground on the Waikato River, Mangakino is in danger of becoming a ghost town as toxic algal blooms slowly suck the life out of its main attraction - Lake Maraetai.
Locals say cyanobacterial algal blooms in the river’s hydro lakes have become more frequent over the past five years, and when they arrive no-one can swim or fish in them.
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Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
All three Hamilton MPs appear to be united behind the retention of the Te Huia passenger rail service between Hamilton and Auckland, as well as potentially expanding it to Tauranga.
But whether Hamilton East’s Ryan Hamilton, Hamilton West’s Tama Potaka and soon-to-be Labour list MP Georgie … View moreAll three Hamilton MPs appear to be united behind the retention of the Te Huia passenger rail service between Hamilton and Auckland, as well as potentially expanding it to Tauranga.
But whether Hamilton East’s Ryan Hamilton, Hamilton West’s Tama Potaka and soon-to-be Labour list MP Georgie Dansey have the combined power to shunt transport minister Chris Bishop and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon onto their line of thinking remains to be seen.
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Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust
This is a small adult class of only 8 people. Is is suitable for those who are new or returning to acrylic painting. Whether you're a eager to learn the basics or someone with experience looking to develop your skills, these sessions offer guidance, creative freedom, and a welcoming space to … View moreThis is a small adult class of only 8 people. Is is suitable for those who are new or returning to acrylic painting. Whether you're a eager to learn the basics or someone with experience looking to develop your skills, these sessions offer guidance, creative freedom, and a welcoming space to grow as an acrylic painter.
Explore acrylic painting to build your art skills, meet new people and gain confidence in this field. Treat yourself.
Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Up to 1400 homes across Taupō District could be significantly affected by stormwater flooding during major rain events, according to a climate change risk review.
The council-commissioned review also warns existing stormwater infrastructure is not designed to cope with increasingly intense … View moreUp to 1400 homes across Taupō District could be significantly affected by stormwater flooding during major rain events, according to a climate change risk review.
The council-commissioned review also warns existing stormwater infrastructure is not designed to cope with increasingly intense rainfall events, and would be overwhelmed regardless of improvements.
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
A Hamilton landlord has been awarded thousands of dollars after tenants left a rental property riddled with graffiti, damage and piles of abandoned furniture, then failed to show up to their own Tenancy Tribunal hearing.
The Tenancy Tribunal has ordered two former tenants of the Inverness Ave … View moreA Hamilton landlord has been awarded thousands of dollars after tenants left a rental property riddled with graffiti, damage and piles of abandoned furniture, then failed to show up to their own Tenancy Tribunal hearing.
The Tenancy Tribunal has ordered two former tenants of the Inverness Ave property to pay $2,585.83 after their bond was applied to cover unpaid rent, cleaning, rubbish removal, lock changes and repairs.
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
After a busy opening week for BNZ Theatre, local restaurateurs have mixed feelings about its impact on diner numbers.
A first test for hospitality owners was over the weekend when Teeks and Sir Dave Dobbyn packed out the theatre. While some owners are feeling optimistic for the future, others … View moreAfter a busy opening week for BNZ Theatre, local restaurateurs have mixed feelings about its impact on diner numbers.
A first test for hospitality owners was over the weekend when Teeks and Sir Dave Dobbyn packed out the theatre. While some owners are feeling optimistic for the future, others believe the theatre has failed to deliver the promised crowds, albeit it is a quiet time of year.
Libby Reporter from Waikato Local
Assaults on Waikato Hospital staff have increased by more than double the national average over just three years, according to Health NZ data obtained by the Waikato Times.
From July-December 2022 to January-June 2025 reported assaults on hospital workers in Waikato increased 63% from 120 to … View moreAssaults on Waikato Hospital staff have increased by more than double the national average over just three years, according to Health NZ data obtained by the Waikato Times.
From July-December 2022 to January-June 2025 reported assaults on hospital workers in Waikato increased 63% from 120 to 152.
Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times
Waipā District Council says the government’s “one size fits all” proposal to cap rate rises could disproportionately harm fast-growing councils such as Waipā.
On Wednesday, Strategic Planning and Policy committee members debated the council’s submission on the proposed rates cap model.
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