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From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.
Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.
… View moreFrom Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.
Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.
Do you have plans for your tax cut money? Let us know in the comments below (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.
A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.
Would you do a tour to take you behind … View moreHobbiton fans will soon be able to see where and how the magic happens.
A new tour will begin at Hobbiton in December where visitors will be taken into art department workshops to watch in real time as artists create hobbit furniture and architecture.
Would you do a tour to take you behind the scenes? Tell us your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Hundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.
Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there… View moreHundreds of roles at Te Whatu Ora Waikato are vacant, including a senior pharmacist position unfilled for 1081 days and more than 250 nursing jobs.
Nurses have “gruelling and relentless workloads“ according to a 30-year veteran who recently resigned from a Waikato Hospital role, saying there was high turnover and she was one of few seniors.
Does our health system need more staff, in your opinion? Let us know your reasons in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).
On one side it’s a lush field of green grass enjoyed by families.
But to get there, you have to navigate a path past a broken car filled with rubbish, a few mattresses, broken TVs and scrap metal.
What are your best ideas for rubbish solutions? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you … View moreOn one side it’s a lush field of green grass enjoyed by families.
But to get there, you have to navigate a path past a broken car filled with rubbish, a few mattresses, broken TVs and scrap metal.
What are your best ideas for rubbish solutions? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).
It's never too late to start learning Portuguese! Our Term 3 Portuguese 101 classes(along with all of our other language programmes) began last week but you can catch up at anytime by watching the video recordings. Our Introductory Portuguese course meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00pm (New … View moreIt's never too late to start learning Portuguese! Our Term 3 Portuguese 101 classes(along with all of our other language programmes) began last week but you can catch up at anytime by watching the video recordings. Our Introductory Portuguese course meets Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00pm (New Zealand time) and is available in-person, live-streamed via Zoom to anywhere in the world with a good internet connection, or via the weekly video recordings of each live session. Join any of our courses by clicking the Read More link below
how is everyone, hope everyone is keeping well and warm etc. what has everyone been up to. as for me i just work, play darts on a friday nights which is alot off fun. i enjoyed reading and penpaling, most of all like to catch up with friends and family take care
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.
Book your seat now - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
You'll explore a variety of acrylic techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each inspiring session balances the freedom to experiment with structured guidance, ensuring you enhance your painting abilities with confidence.
Book your seat here - … View moreYou'll explore a variety of acrylic techniques, from mastering washes to blending and layering colours. Each inspiring session balances the freedom to experiment with structured guidance, ensuring you enhance your painting abilities with confidence.
Book your seat here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
A splash of Resene red transforms a rumpty old ladder into a handy stool or nifty shelves.
Find out how to repurpose your old ladder.
Is your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.
Tell… View moreIs your dad superb with sandpaper, pristine with a palette knife and perfect with a paintbrush? Or maybe he's risky with a roller, mad with masking tape and comedic when cutting in? Either way we'd like to hear about your DIY dad and why he deserves to win this Father's Day.
Tell us about your DIY dad for a chance to win him $1000 worth of Resene paint products!
Plus all entries will be in with a chance to win their DIY Dad one of our colourful spot prizes.
A crackdown on Hamilton rubbish dumpers may be paying off after the city council more than quadrupled the number of infringement notices it issues annually.
The council trialled notices with a “don’t be a tosser” message a couple of years ago, in an attempt to prick people’s consciences,… View moreA crackdown on Hamilton rubbish dumpers may be paying off after the city council more than quadrupled the number of infringement notices it issues annually.
The council trialled notices with a “don’t be a tosser” message a couple of years ago, in an attempt to prick people’s consciences, but they weren’t successful, so it has gone the other way and started taking a tougher line.
Do you think this will help stop illegal dumpers? Let us know your reason in the comments. (Please add NFP if you don't want your comments used in print.)
As our Olympians compete in Paris, there’s been a medal race a bit closer to home... involving pies.
Two Hamilton bakeries that have competed for nearly a decade won silver medals in the 2024 Bakels Supreme Pie Awards - in one case for a vegetarian offering.
Are you a pie fan? Which … View moreAs our Olympians compete in Paris, there’s been a medal race a bit closer to home... involving pies.
Two Hamilton bakeries that have competed for nearly a decade won silver medals in the 2024 Bakels Supreme Pie Awards - in one case for a vegetarian offering.
Are you a pie fan? Which bakeries and flavours do you rate and why? Let us know in the comments (add NFP if you don't want them used in print).
Police are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.
The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial … View morePolice are aware of reports emerging overnight where people have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a Police officer.
The officer will claim to be from a particular department, tell you that you have been a victim of fraud or scam, and begin to try and obtain further financial information from you.
People have been directed to go to the bank and withdraw money for evidence of the scam.
This is a scam – no legitimate Police officer will ever ask you to hand over money for any reason.
Overnight we have had five instances of this being reported, people need to be vigilant.
Enquiries into reports of scams of a similar nature received last week remain ongoing.
We appreciate these scammers are convincing, but New Zealand Police will never contact you and ask you to withdraw money. New Zealand Police will also never contact people seeking their banking details, card numbers, PIN or passwords.
Older members of our community are being targeted and Police urge anyone with elderly or vulnerable relatives to make them aware this activity is a scam.
There are instances where legitimate Police officers will contact you as part of their duties.
Remember:
• Police will never ask for details about your bank cards, PIN or passwords over the phone.
• Trust your instincts.
• If something doesn't feel right, or is too good to be true, it probably is.
• If you are uncertain, ask for the officer’s details.
• Hang up, contact 105 and request the officer to contact you.
• Police aren’t in the business of offering prize money.
If you are in the unfortunate position of being a victim of a scam, please report the matter to Police.
Take the chance to upskill yourself on scam awareness, check for further information on the Netsafe website: netsafe.org.nz...
We're back with a Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell who is a qualified veterinarian and SPCA’s General Manager Animal Services.
A little bit about Corey:
Corey has an interest in veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and biosecurity. He shares his home … View moreWe're back with a Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell who is a qualified veterinarian and SPCA’s General Manager Animal Services.
A little bit about Corey:
Corey has an interest in veterinary medicine, animal welfare, and biosecurity. He shares his home with ostriches, guinea pigs, bees, a rescue tortoiseshell named Lynk, a ragdoll named Oscar, two mini foxies called Chester and Maya and a black Labrador named Bonnie.
Dr Corey Regnerus-Kell is excited to answer your questions on all things animal welfare, whether it's how to best look after your new pet, how to combat separation anxiety or how to report neglect.
↓ Share your questions now ↓
Retirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.
Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting… View moreRetirement in New Zealand is evolving as people live longer, healthier lives, and the number of Kiwis who choose to continue working later in life is rising.
Retirement is your time to do what you love. Maybe for you this doesn't mean stopping work altogether; instead, it can mean shifting gears to something more fulfilling or pursuing passions that you now have time for. This might mean volunteering, part-time work, or even starting your own business.
Here’s some helpful advice from Ryman residents in the workforce.
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