Melville, Hamilton

42 days ago

Easter Gift Guide 2024

The Team from NZ Compare

Hop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.

Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to … View more
Hop into Easter with our Gift Guide 2024! Whether you're spoiling the grandkids or surprising your closest pals, we've gathered delightful gifts to make this Easter memorable.

Explore now and find the perfect treasures to cherish the season with those you love. Don't leave it to the last minute – start shopping now from the comfort of your couch!

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47 days ago

Will you shop at a Pak'nSave in Te Rapa?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Pak’nSave is coming to Te Rapa but, first, it will build an intersection for Hamiltonians.

Foodstuffs has consent for a 6358m² supermarket at 980 Te Rapa Rd, including a drive-through fuel facility, but one of the conditions included work on a nearby intersection.

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42 days ago

EarthDiverse wishes everyone a joyous and fulfilling Ramadan!

todd from EarthDiverse

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and time spent with community. It commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's first revelation, and lasts twenty-nine to thirty days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to … View moreRamadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and time spent with community. It commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's first revelation, and lasts twenty-nine to thirty days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to the next.

Fasting from dawn to sunset is obligatory for all adult Muslims (with some exceptions). The nightly feast that breaks the fast is called iftar. Muslims devote themselves instead to prayer and study of the Quran.

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43 days ago

RELAY FOR LIFE 2024 AT CLAUDELANDS

Rhonda Neighbourly Lead from Hillcrest

hi neighbours

I am doing the relay for life on march 16th 2024
yes I posted recently to get more donations. Please help its a good cause. Its only a few days away. I would like to reach my goal of $2000 by Thursday if I can.

I am part of a team called scallywags. HERE is the link to my … View more
hi neighbours

I am doing the relay for life on march 16th 2024
yes I posted recently to get more donations. Please help its a good cause. Its only a few days away. I would like to reach my goal of $2000 by Thursday if I can.

I am part of a team called scallywags. HERE is the link to my page. relay... for life.org.nz/rhonda norton
many thanks

44 days ago

Momentum’s menu of smart giving options...

The Team from Momentum Waikato

Do you want to support charitable social and environmental work in the Waikato in a way that has an effective and ongoing impact?

Momentum Waikato, your local community foundation, is growing a range of philanthropic investment funds entrusted to us by community groups, social enterprises and … View more
Do you want to support charitable social and environmental work in the Waikato in a way that has an effective and ongoing impact?

Momentum Waikato, your local community foundation, is growing a range of philanthropic investment funds entrusted to us by community groups, social enterprises and local champions.

Donations to these invested ‘nest eggs’ diversify and increase the income streams they provide for charities doing important frontline work across the region.

No matter how much or how often you donate, your gift will keep on giving back to your community.
See all funds

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44 days ago

EarthDiverse: Interested in Spy Fiction? Check out our newest World Literature course!

todd from EarthDiverse

EarthDiverse is pleased to announce its upcoming World Literature course entitled: "The Golden Ages of Spy Thriller Fiction" starting Wednesday 20 March 2024, 11:00am-1:00pm (New Zealand time) with Jillene Bydder. The course meets at the EarthDiverse Centre in the Hamilton CBD (Anglesea … View moreEarthDiverse is pleased to announce its upcoming World Literature course entitled: "The Golden Ages of Spy Thriller Fiction" starting Wednesday 20 March 2024, 11:00am-1:00pm (New Zealand time) with Jillene Bydder. The course meets at the EarthDiverse Centre in the Hamilton CBD (Anglesea Street), is also available live-streamed to anywhere in the world with a good internet connection via Zoom, or you can always catch-up with the video recordings from the live sessions.

This course meets once a week and continues for 4 consecutive weekly sessions.

More information available by clicking the Read Now link below:

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48 days ago

Which Waikato roads do you want on the priority project list?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The Cambridge-Piarere expressway and the Southern Links roading project are now formally on the Government’s priority list - but funding and timing remain uncertain.

They’ve been included in 15 new roads of national significance (RoNS) announced by the Government on Monday, along with the … View more
The Cambridge-Piarere expressway and the Southern Links roading project are now formally on the Government’s priority list - but funding and timing remain uncertain.

They’ve been included in 15 new roads of national significance (RoNS) announced by the Government on Monday, along with the Tauriko west SH29 project near Tauranga.

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47 days ago

What do you make of Hamilton's 4-star hotel news?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The developers behind parts of Auckland's Viaduct have spotted Hamilton's potential and they're putting their money where their mouth is with a $120 million hotel, retail and residential development downtown.

The resulting 10 storey-plus high end hotel development is set to … View more
The developers behind parts of Auckland's Viaduct have spotted Hamilton's potential and they're putting their money where their mouth is with a $120 million hotel, retail and residential development downtown.

The resulting 10 storey-plus high end hotel development is set to supercharge Hamilton’s CBD and link hotspots including the new Waikato Regional Theatre and Victoria on the River.

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46 days ago

Happy International Women's Day!

The Team from NZ Compare

Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to … View more
Today, we celebrate the heroes living right under our roofs, who uplift and empower us every day – the wives, mums, daughters, and nans.

Take a moment to say thank you to these incredible women who shape your lives with their grace and courage.

Don't forget to use NZ Compare to brighten your household bills!

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46 days ago

Ryman Care - Your Free Guide

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home … View more
Choosing the right care centre is an important decision. To help you, we’ve put together The Ryman Care Guide to highlight the care, kindness and comfort that our care centres provide.

At Ryman villages, we offer care options customised to suit your needs. Our villages all offer rest home care, and most also offer hospital and specialist dementia care.

Our assisted living apartments are in the heart of the village and include services like housekeeping and chef-prepared meals to make life easier.

Discover the kindness and comfort of Ryman care, request your free copy today.

Click read more for your free guide.

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46 days ago

Laundry love

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Banish plastic and add style with painted cane and wicker baskets in your laundry in your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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47 days ago

Are you into niche alcohol, tastings or cocktail classes?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A boutique bottle store with a side of cocktail classes and a “tavern tasting room” is setting up shop in Made.

Neat is the brainchild of Alex Hudson, owner of Hamilton’s famous cocktail venue Wonder Horse.

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50 days ago

Do you think Waiuku could get a wind farm?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A proposal to build 13 giant wind turbines up to 190m high on north Waikato coastal land has shocked locals who said they had been blind-sided by the plans which were “fast tracked“ under the Covid-19 Recovery Act.

The Waiuku Wind Farm proposal is being assessed by an independent panel of … View more
A proposal to build 13 giant wind turbines up to 190m high on north Waikato coastal land has shocked locals who said they had been blind-sided by the plans which were “fast tracked“ under the Covid-19 Recovery Act.

The Waiuku Wind Farm proposal is being assessed by an independent panel of experts after it was cleared for fast-tracking by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) in December last year.

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47 days ago

A note about community mail theft

The Team from Waikato Police

Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
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Please follow our top tips to reduce the risk of mail theft:
✉️ Clear your letterbox in a timely manner
✉️ Put a hold on your mail delivery if you’re going away
✉️ Provide clear delivery instructions for couriers to leave a package safely hidden or secured within your property
✉️ Install security cameras and/or security camera messaging near your letterbox or front of property
✉️ Where practical, consider click and collect over delivery
✉️ Send parcels to a work address or ensuring you're home when they arrive
✉️ Contact Police (111 for immediate issues or 105 if it is after the fact) if you see people loitering around vehicles or looking into car windows
✉️ Engage in neighbourhood groups so more people can keep an eye out for suspicious activity

These tips are being shared after a 44-year-old woman will appear in Pukekohe District Court on 28 March charged with theft.
An alleged mail thief in the Pukekohe area has hand-delivered herself into Police, following assistance from the community.
Counties Manukau South Senior Sergeant MJ Riddle says Police were aware of locals discussing a mail theft on social media. A report was made to Police at the time in January and had included enough detail including CCTV footage and a vehicle of interest. Following Police enquiries, the woman has brought herself into the Pukekohe Police Station a few days later.

“This is a great result for the community and a timely reminder to the public to continue reporting any thefts from letterboxes.”
Senior Sergeant Riddle says
“Our community should be able to receive parcels and mail without concern of interference but unfortunately there are people in our communities who take advantage of opportunities to commit thefts from mail boxes and front porches."

“We encourage anyone who has been the victim of dishonesty offending to report it as soon as possible,” she says."

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48 days ago

Fueling Career Opportunities with Welding Courses...

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

Fraser ACE is igniting career paths with its welding courses, catering to the demand for our community to upskill. Tailored to diverse skill levels, ACE's program offers hands-on training in various welding techniques, from basic to more advanced. Instructors bring industry expertise to the … View moreFraser ACE is igniting career paths with its welding courses, catering to the demand for our community to upskill. Tailored to diverse skill levels, ACE's program offers hands-on training in various welding techniques, from basic to more advanced. Instructors bring industry expertise to the classroom, ensuring students gain practical skills and confidence.

The program's welding lab provides a safe learning environment. Beyond technical skills, ACE fosters a supportive community. As interest in skilled trades grows, ACE remains committed to empowering individuals with the confidence needed for future training or a rewarding career in welding.

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