Rukuhia, Hamilton

3310 days ago

Volunteering changes lives... including yours!

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

There are so many people in our community that could benefit from your help... if you can teach a new skill, help with transport, have a cuppa and a chat to reduce social isolation... we have lots of ways you can make a difference... With around 350 voluntary positions available at any time, and in… View moreThere are so many people in our community that could benefit from your help... if you can teach a new skill, help with transport, have a cuppa and a chat to reduce social isolation... we have lots of ways you can make a difference... With around 350 voluntary positions available at any time, and in towns right around the region - visit www.volunteeringwaikato.org.nz......... to find a role to meet your needs, or give us a call on 07 839 3191.

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3312 days ago

Kiwi values - what are they?

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning everyone,

Hope you're all enjoying what is a stunning Waitangi Day.

Peter Dornauf has written about Kiwi values in his latest column, which might spark a few conversations on our national day.

We'd love to hear what you think makes us distinctly "Kiwi" these … View more
Morning everyone,

Hope you're all enjoying what is a stunning Waitangi Day.

Peter Dornauf has written about Kiwi values in his latest column, which might spark a few conversations on our national day.

We'd love to hear what you think makes us distinctly "Kiwi" these days. Remember, add NFP in your comment if you don't want us to use it in any articles on the topic.

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3311 days ago

What type of Valentine's Day person are you?

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

The forgetful spouse, the I'll-take-more-than-one-bouquet, the friend, or someone who doesn't celebrate Valentine's Day? Comment below!
Full story in link.
*Please write NFP if you would not like your comment printed*

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3311 days ago

Protect your child against most HPV cancers

Ministry of Health

From 2017, HPV immunisation will be free for everyone aged 9 to 26. That means boys can also be protected against some types of cancer.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop, the viruses are mostly transmitted by teenagers and young adults but often aren’t diagnosed until later. … View more
From 2017, HPV immunisation will be free for everyone aged 9 to 26. That means boys can also be protected against some types of cancer.

HPV-related cancers take a long time to develop, the viruses are mostly transmitted by teenagers and young adults but often aren’t diagnosed until later. That’s why it’s important for children to be immunised when they are young. Around 80% of people will be exposed to HPV at some point in their life. Protecting children before they are exposed to HPV will protect their health in the future.

For more information about HPV immunisation, see www.health.govt.nz/hpv
Learn more

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3314 days ago

WIN one of 4 divine Ti Ora Tea gift sets

FreshChoice New Zealand

To celebrate Valentines Day, FreshChoice are giving away FOUR chances to win one of these amazing Ti Ora Tea prize packs! Blended and packed locally; these premium teas make a perfect gift for someone special. If you and your loved one (or your neighbour!) are fans of a nice cuppa, this is the … View moreTo celebrate Valentines Day, FreshChoice are giving away FOUR chances to win one of these amazing Ti Ora Tea prize packs! Blended and packed locally; these premium teas make a perfect gift for someone special. If you and your loved one (or your neighbour!) are fans of a nice cuppa, this is the competition for you.

For your chance to win simply LIKE or THANK this post and you're in the draw!

Winners announced Monday 13 Feb. T&Cs apply.

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3318 days ago

Another day, another robbery

Reporter Hamilton Press

Yesterday around 1pm, six youths robbed a Hamilton dairy with a knife taking cigarettes, two oranges and two fizzy drinks worth $1.50 each.
They were as young as 11-years-old.
Read the full story through the link below.

3315 days ago

Personalized gift pack for Valentines day and other occasions

Melissa from Melville

Hi. If youre looking for something different to give as a gift, I'm doing a personalized gift pack. This includes:
- photo on wood (5×7in),
- candle (4.5in) with rose print or print of your own photo plus personal message
- hersheys or Belgian chocolate
All wrapped for you for $30.
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Hi. If youre looking for something different to give as a gift, I'm doing a personalized gift pack. This includes:
- photo on wood (5×7in),
- candle (4.5in) with rose print or print of your own photo plus personal message
- hersheys or Belgian chocolate
All wrapped for you for $30.
Pls give me at least 3 days to do the photo transferred on wood😁.
Pls see sample photos.
Thanks.

Negotiable

3325 days ago

Cigarettes the target for dairy thieves

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Cigarettes are hot property among thieves targeting Hamilton's city dairies and convenience shops.
But politicians and community leaders are reluctant to link a surge in the crime to the Government's increase in tobacco tax.
Instead, they say the key issue is a lack of police … View more
Cigarettes are hot property among thieves targeting Hamilton's city dairies and convenience shops.
But politicians and community leaders are reluctant to link a surge in the crime to the Government's increase in tobacco tax.
Instead, they say the key issue is a lack of police resourcing.
What are your thoughts? Read the full story through the link below!
*If you would not like your comment published, please write NFP*

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3316 days ago

Are your rates going up?

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Any neighbours worried about their rates going up this year? Some rates on residential properties in Cambridge and Leamington will increase by 10 per cent!

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3318 days ago

Playgrounds in Cambridge

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Our neighbours in Hamilton reckon they've got the best playgrounds in the country, what do you reckon? Where are you fav playgrounds in Waipa?

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3316 days ago

Congratulations to our First Aid Kit winners

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be … View more
We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.

Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora

Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be damaged or blocked, so include walking.
- Don't wait for an official warning, there may not be time in a local source tsunami.
- Remember long OR strong, get gone.

Visit www.happens.nz... to work out what you will do.

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3317 days ago

'Game changing' theatre project

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning all,

Here's the latest on the project to replace Founders Theatre.

Any thoughts on the ideal location and/or form for the building?

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3324 days ago

Poll: Hamilton's best destination playground

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours, we're looking at writing a story proving Hamilton has the best destination playgrounds in NZ. Can you help by voting for your favourite playground in the city? Or make a comment below.
*If you do not want your comment published, please indicae with NFP.
Thank you for your … View more
Hi neighbours, we're looking at writing a story proving Hamilton has the best destination playgrounds in NZ. Can you help by voting for your favourite playground in the city? Or make a comment below.
*If you do not want your comment published, please indicae with NFP.
Thank you for your feedback, the poll is now closed.

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Hamilton's best destination playground
  • 6.3% Parana Park
    6.3% Complete
  • 45.8% Hamilton Lake Domain
    45.8% Complete
  • 6.3% Minogue Park
    6.3% Complete
  • 4.7% Tauhara Park
    4.7% Complete
  • 16.7% Hamilton Gardens
    16.7% Complete
  • 6.8% Claudelands Park
    6.8% Complete
  • 9.9% Dominion Park
    9.9% Complete
  • 2.6% Moonlight Drive
    2.6% Complete
  • 1% Other (comment below)
    1% Complete
192 votes
3323 days ago

Committee abandons SPCA ship

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Morning all,

Waikato's beleaguered SPCA branch is no longer under local control.

After closing in December, head office has stepped in and limited services are set to resume on Tuesday, January 31.

Let's hope they're up and running at full capacity again soon.

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