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44 days ago

Poll: Will you give Tipsy Putt a go?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

After sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.

The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he … View more
After sitting vacant and dark for three years, the old Lone Star site premises directly opposite the Waikato Regional Theatre has been transformed into a world of movie themed mini golf... with booze on the menu.

The site is Hamilton hospitality veteran John Lawrenson’s newest venture and he said the soft opening attracted a crowd bigger than he had anticipated.

Will you give Tipsy Putt a go? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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45 days ago

Join our Team!

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

We are looking for smart, kind people who care about others. If this sounds like you join our Board of Trustees to really make a difference to everyday people in your community.
Register your interest here - form.jotform.com...


#artsforhealth #art #waikato #nz #community #artnz #nonprofit … View more
We are looking for smart, kind people who care about others. If this sounds like you join our Board of Trustees to really make a difference to everyday people in your community.
Register your interest here - form.jotform.com...


#artsforhealth #art #waikato #nz #community #artnz #nonprofit #organization

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45 days ago

EarthDiverse Term 4 courses available now!

todd from EarthDiverse

EarthDiverse is pleased to announce that registration is open now for all of our Term 4 (Oct-Dec) courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 20 October 2024.

We're currently offering the following languages at multiple levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi/Persian, German, Hebrew, Hindi, … View more
EarthDiverse is pleased to announce that registration is open now for all of our Term 4 (Oct-Dec) courses, which begin the week starting Sunday 20 October 2024.

We're currently offering the following languages at multiple levels: Arabic, Dutch, Farsi/Persian, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Te Reo Māori, Portuguese, Spanish, Tamil and Urdu. We also offer individual 1-on-1 tutorial classes in Hindi, Japanese and Urdu.

Check out all of our language options now by clicking on the Read More link below.

While there, have a look at all of our current History, Philosophy and Religious Studies courses currently on offer as well!

Hope to see you soon!

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47 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, … View more
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

Click read more for the full article.

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47 days ago

Large stainless steel stock pot

Melissa from Frankton

Large stainless steel Harrison & Lane stock pot with lid. 29cm in diameter, 20cm tall without lid. Selling as I was gifted a larger pot.

Price: $15

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47 days ago

Large, beautiful, ceramic tea pot

Melissa from Frankton

This large blue-and-white teapot is very beautiful, but unfortunately for me doesn't fit in the location I had in mind for it. Having a clear-out. 26 cm high with lid, 20cm in diameter (not including spout).

Price: $40

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48 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low?

Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved … View more
Does the way you eat make you feel depressed or low?

Has life stopped feeling good and lost its meaning? Don’t know how to stop stress eating? Does your eating cause you to feel listless or numbed out? Does your relationship with food make you feel isolated from family, friends and loved ones? Find out how AEA members have used the Twelve Step programme to overcome the low feelings associated with addictive eating and go on to live joyful, positive lives.

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50 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 15.2% It's fine!
    15.2% Complete
  • 74.7% It's questionable
    74.7% Complete
  • 10.1% Other - I'll share below
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2197 votes
49 days ago

What do you think of this 11-year-old's chosen cause?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A Whangamatā 11-year-old has placed his award-winning mullet up for auction to raise money for Starship Hospital.

Kahū Hall, who named himself ‘Taco’ when he was three years old, is selling his mullet after growing it for three years. Taco said he was motivated to raise the money after his… View more
A Whangamatā 11-year-old has placed his award-winning mullet up for auction to raise money for Starship Hospital.

Kahū Hall, who named himself ‘Taco’ when he was three years old, is selling his mullet after growing it for three years. Taco said he was motivated to raise the money after his friend Evie Taylor stayed at Starship Hospital for a heart operation.

What do you think of this 11-year-old's chosen cause? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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49 days ago

Where's your favourite op shop?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Hamilton’s Op Shop for Breast Cancer has recently hit their first $1 million in sales, and it’s thanks to a volunteer run workshop that would give Santa’s elves a run for their money.

The store is manager Sharyn Cawood’s fifth location of the Op Shop for Breast Cancer, and has been … View more
Hamilton’s Op Shop for Breast Cancer has recently hit their first $1 million in sales, and it’s thanks to a volunteer run workshop that would give Santa’s elves a run for their money.

The store is manager Sharyn Cawood’s fifth location of the Op Shop for Breast Cancer, and has been running since Covid.

Where's your favourite op shop? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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49 days ago

Poll: Do you think more dogs should be muzzled?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Louise Daniels never thought walking her son’s dog Alfie on a sunny Hamilton afternoon would result in three weeks off work.

An horrific dog attack left both her and Alfie with serious injuries - just a year after Waikato recorded its highest ever ACC cost for dog attack claims at $883,000.

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Louise Daniels never thought walking her son’s dog Alfie on a sunny Hamilton afternoon would result in three weeks off work.

An horrific dog attack left both her and Alfie with serious injuries - just a year after Waikato recorded its highest ever ACC cost for dog attack claims at $883,000.

Do you think more dogs should be muzzled? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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57 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from … View more
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 72.4% Yes
    72.4% Complete
  • 24.3% No
    24.3% Complete
  • 3.3% Other - I'll share below
    3.3% Complete
3216 votes
50 days ago

Tray chic

Resene

Repurpose an old picture frame and serve up a message of love to family or friends with Resene colours, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene FX Paint Effects Medium.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Find out more

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50 days ago

What would motivate you to walk the length of NZ?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A former stock agent with the gift of the gab is going to great lengths, walking the length of the country in fact, to get people talking about freshwater.

Mark Woods, otherwise known as ‘Woodsie’ left Cape Reinga in August, and is walking the length of New Zealand following the 3,000km Te … View more
A former stock agent with the gift of the gab is going to great lengths, walking the length of the country in fact, to get people talking about freshwater.

Mark Woods, otherwise known as ‘Woodsie’ left Cape Reinga in August, and is walking the length of New Zealand following the 3,000km Te Araroa trail.

What would motivate you to walk the length of NZ? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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