Pukete, Hamilton

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1586 days ago

Have your say!

The Team from Hamilton City Council

We listened to your initial feedback and we have developed a new layout concept for Hamilton Gardens that retains the Rhododendron Lawn. Now we want to know what you think – have we got it right?

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1586 days ago

GARAGE SALE: 20 RICHMOND ST, CENTRAL HAMILTON

Jane from Huntington

8 AM - NOON
SATURDAY AUGUST 1ST
WIDE RANGE OF GOODS

Negotiable

1587 days ago

Poll: Should the Waikato get NZ's third medical school?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

The bid for a Waikato medical school has been around for a while, but was put on the backburner at the last change of government.

The idea is for graduate-entry students to train over four years, including one spent in a community setting. But … View more
The bid for a Waikato medical school has been around for a while, but was put on the backburner at the last change of government.

The idea is for graduate-entry students to train over four years, including one spent in a community setting. But Labour and National have quite different views on whether that's what should happen.

Do you think Waikato should be the base for NZ's third medical school?

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Should the Waikato get NZ's third medical school?
  • 73.9% Yes, we need more doctors and it's a good spot.
    73.9% Complete
  • 6.5% Not sure. I need more information.
    6.5% Complete
  • 3.3% No, I think it would be better somewhere else.
    3.3% Complete
  • 16.3% I don't think we need a third medical school.
    16.3% Complete
  • 0% Other - explain in the comments.
    0% Complete
92 votes
1588 days ago

Want to help create kinder connected communities?

Neighbourly.co.nz

With The Sunday Star Times, we’ve launched a survey to find out how lonely and connected Kiwis feel, take part here and you could win a $100 Prezzy® card Take the survey

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1588 days ago

Hamilton Book Month

Catherine from Pukete

Hamilton Book Month is on throughout August with 20 events in 2020. There's workshops, panels, illustration, flash fiction, romance and crime, cold cases, mysteries, young adult writers, a soiree, a lit pub quiz, storytelling, poetry, a book swap and book sales, local and national authors, … View moreHamilton Book Month is on throughout August with 20 events in 2020. There's workshops, panels, illustration, flash fiction, romance and crime, cold cases, mysteries, young adult writers, a soiree, a lit pub quiz, storytelling, poetry, a book swap and book sales, local and national authors, memoir, a blokes book club and an event called What are Readers Reading? Pick up a brochure from bookshops and libraries or head to www.hamiltonbookmonth.com... to plan your month.

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1589 days ago

Bird feeder and pipe hanger

Maurice from Nawton

Place where you can see the birds feeding.

Price: $50

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1589 days ago

Bird feeders

Maurice from Nawton

Hang in a tree, a wall or a stand. Great just watch the birds feeding.

Price: $25

1590 days ago

How the Office for Seniors can help

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We… View more
Hi Neighbours!

Our Office sits within the Ministry for Social Development. Our role is to improve the lives of older people across New Zealand by providing helpful information, promoting the wellbeing and concerns of seniors and increasing awareness of the issues facing our ageing population. We are here to help!

For useful information, opportunities and stories about seniors, sign up to our SuperSeniors Newsletter here: bit.ly...

Read our Better Later Life strategy, which guides our work to help make the future better for New Zealanders as we age: bit.ly...

We have lots of helpful resources on getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) on our website: bit.ly...

We are working on making our communities more Age-friendly. Find out about our Community Connects grants here: bit.ly...

Our website also includes important information on Elder Abuse and where to get help: bit.ly...

We know some people don't like Facebook, and that's ok. If you have an account, you can like our page for regular updates, and some fun stuff too! : www.facebook.com...

If you have a question, or would like more information, whether you are over-65, or if you have a close family member or friend who is a senior, you can email us at: osc@msd.govt.nz

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1592 days ago

Are you feeling lonely a lot of the time, or are you socially isolated?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is examining how Covid-19 has impacted our social lives. Are you having less social connection or are you less likely to see people? Do you feel lonely during the week? We're keen to talk to people about how their social contact has changed since the lockdown. If you're happy to be interviewed and identified, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

1590 days ago

Personalise your kitchenwares

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Give living spaces a summery lift with these fun fruity homewares and Resene testpots.

Make the most of this weekend with these easy project ideas from Resene. Find out how to create them yourself

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1590 days ago

Do you need pruning and gardening tips?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored … View moreIn this week’s issue of our ezine Get Growing, we’ve got pruning tips for shrubs, vines and climbers, and it’s time to protect new bulb shoots, trench trees and shrubs before moving them, give the lawn some winter TLC, use weeds to improve your soil and pickle and preserve your stored harvests.

Make your own Modernist crate chair inspired by iconic Dutch furniture designer and architect Gerrit Reitveld in 1934. Plus go in the draw for Yates Sow Anytime Lawn Seed and ‘Café au Lait’ dahlias from Bulbs Direct.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1591 days ago

Put our resident experts to the test

Lodge City Rentals

Do you know the regulations and standards that your property must meet in order for it to have tenants? The new Healthy Homes Act comes into force on the 1st July 2021. Are you a responsible landlord?

At Lodge, our property management team stay up to date with the latest regulations and can … View more
Do you know the regulations and standards that your property must meet in order for it to have tenants? The new Healthy Homes Act comes into force on the 1st July 2021. Are you a responsible landlord?

At Lodge, our property management team stay up to date with the latest regulations and can answer your trickiest rental related questions.

So contact Wesley and put him to the test.

Mobile 021 455 679 | Email wesleyl@lodge.co.nz
Learn more

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1591 days ago

Resene Upcyling Awards - don't forget!

Resene

Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your … View more
Don't forget to submit your upcycled creations in the Resene Upcycling Awards. Whether it's an old item you've spruced up or something you've found a completely new purpose for, we want to see your work!

Submit your entry in the 2020 Resene Upcycling Awards by sharing your upcycled masterpiece with your neighbours. Multiple entries are welcome - don't forget to include your before and after pics and mention any Resene products you've used!
Get Upcycling now

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1592 days ago

New Zealand versus overseas holidays

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas … View more
Hi everyone, 
We'd be keen to hear from those of you who had to cancel an overseas trip due to Covid-19 and holidayed in New Zealand instead. How did you find your NZ trip? Was it better or worse than you expected? Did you enjoy it as much as you think you would have enjoyed your overseas holiday? And did it change your views about holidaying domestically?
Feel free to comment below or message me directly. Please remember your comments may be included in the article, unless you say you don't want them to be. Thank you.

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