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Join our beginner to intermediate watercolour painting class and unleash your creativity! Whether you're new to watercolours or looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through essential techniques, from mastering washes to … View moreJoin our beginner to intermediate watercolour painting class and unleash your creativity! Whether you're new to watercolours or looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through essential techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each session offers a mix of creative freedom and structured guidance to help you grow as an artist.
Starts Tuesday 11th February - 8th April
9.30am -11.30am, 9 weeks $165
Tutor - Jennifer Park
Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
The Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.
Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new … View moreThe Government has announced new legislation to limit the conversion of quality farmland to forestry, but there’s concern the new rules don’t go far enough.
Agriculture and forestry Minister Todd McClay and climate change Minister Simon Watts have announced new rules to limit farm to forestry conversions entering the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), including an annual cap on class 6 land, and a moratorium on classes 1-5.
What do you think about the new rules on forestry conversions? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Neighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.
Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your … View moreNeighbours, we are looking ahead to December 25th and it's always a busy time.
Each family does things a little different and we'd love to know where you stick to tradition and where you strongly differ. Perhaps there's a tradition that you think is just overrated! Share your thoughts below.
Paddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email … View morePaddy Gower is coming to Hamilton and “looking for ... a bloody great Waikato character who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place."
To nominate a Good Kiwi, comment below or email news@waikatotimes.co.nz with the name and a description of of why your nominee should win.
Wendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.
Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.
Are you buying … View moreWendy Whatford is like a “rabbit in charge of lettuce” running Hamilton’s Christmas Heirloom Company store.
Her house almost matches the store this time of year. She drives her loved ones “nuts” with her festive obsession, but that’s just tough, she says.
Are you buying decorations this Christmas? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.
Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand … View moreHundreds of Kiwi children will receive something special this Christmas thanks to Ryman Healthcare’s support of the Catalytic Foundation’s Christmas Shoebox Project.
Instead of giving individual gifts to residents, the idea was to redirect those funds to support struggling New Zealand families having to cut back on essentials.
Ryman residents were overwhelmingly in support of the idea, with many volunteering to help choose the gifts to fill over 1000 shoeboxes with thoughtful items.
Click read more for the full story.
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to … View moreKia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
Join our beginner to intermediate watercolour painting class and unleash your creativity! Whether you're new to watercolours or looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through essential techniques, from mastering washes to … View moreJoin our beginner to intermediate watercolour painting class and unleash your creativity! Whether you're new to watercolours or looking to improve your skills, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor will guide you through essential techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each session offers a mix of creative freedom and structured guidance to help you grow as an artist.
Starts Tuesday 11th February - 8th April
9.30am -11.30am, 9 weeks $165
Tutor - Jennifer Park
Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Less than a week left to enter this merry competition.
With lots of spot prizes to win (as well as the title of NZ's Merriest Home), it's worth getting out your camera phone and taking a picture of your festive abode!
Check out the Christmassy homes here.
Workshop: Dogs in our Community
Thursday 12th December at 5.30pm at Western Community Centre
Dog Minds NZ is coming to the Western Community Centre to talk about dogs and how we can help them and everyone else around us live happier together. This free workshop is all about understanding how … View moreWorkshop: Dogs in our Community
Thursday 12th December at 5.30pm at Western Community Centre
Dog Minds NZ is coming to the Western Community Centre to talk about dogs and how we can help them and everyone else around us live happier together. This free workshop is all about understanding how dogs work and what they need from us.
We will be talking about how dogs behave and communicate, how to read dog body language better, how to interact with dogs in a more positive way, how to keep safe around strange dogs and in general, how to help dogs live a better life in this busy modern world.
Book your seat here tinyurl.com...
December 4-13th - Online Auction on "Trade Me"
Do a little bit of good this holiday season and bid to support those most vulnerable in our communities.
December 4-13th - Online Auction on "Trade Me"
Do a little bit of good this holiday season and bid to support those most vulnerable in our communities.
Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?
Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!
Dozens of floats were part of Hamilton’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, capturing the imagination of children who lined Anglesea Street.
As the First Credit Union Christmas Parade organisers pitched it: “join us to see crazy characters, lively marching bands, dance group, ethnic groups, … View moreDozens of floats were part of Hamilton’s Christmas Parade on Sunday, capturing the imagination of children who lined Anglesea Street.
As the First Credit Union Christmas Parade organisers pitched it: “join us to see crazy characters, lively marching bands, dance group, ethnic groups, characters, amazing character balloons, and of course Santa Claus!”
Did you go to your town's Christmas parade? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
With summer hordes about to descend on the Coromandel, one of the region’s busiest wharfs is set for an upgrade as Whitianga grapples with juggling growing tourist numbers alongside commercial and charter boats.
However, between the cost of $12.5 million for a new pier, a controversial plan to… View moreWith summer hordes about to descend on the Coromandel, one of the region’s busiest wharfs is set for an upgrade as Whitianga grapples with juggling growing tourist numbers alongside commercial and charter boats.
However, between the cost of $12.5 million for a new pier, a controversial plan to move a waterfront playground in favour of trailer parking and perhaps also the wellbeing of local sealife, not everyone is chuffed with the plan.
What would you like to see happen at Whitianga's wharf? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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