Saint Andrews, Hamilton

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1631 days ago

Hidden in New Zealand: A magical boot hotel

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Just 30 minutes from Nelson, you'll find this unique hotel - the brainchild of passionate and super-friendly locals Judy and Steve Richards. Would you stay?

1628 days ago

Luxury for less

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Luxury lodges, usually full of overseas tourists and facing the off-peak winter season are slashing prices as much as 60 per cent, making a night at these lodges a little more accessible.

1629 days ago

Would you dare?

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

It's a cross between a fighter jet and torpedo - that looks like a shark - and this Queenstown ride has been discounted to encourage more Kiwis to travel.

1627 days ago

Thanks for Supporting Local New Zealand!

Support Local from Neighbourly Nz

Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nzView more
Over 450 New Zealand businesses have now downloaded Support Local Shop Local posters, stickers and signs! Have you spotted one in your neighbourhood yet?

If you're a small business owner, make sure you help tell your local story by checking out the brilliant toolkits at support-local.nz created by our mates at Stanley Street (they're local too!)
Find out more

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1643 days ago

Ratepayers to Fund Minimum Wage for Contractors

Geoff from Rototuna North

www.stuff.co.nz...
Hamilton City Council is to extend the minimum wage of $20 per hour to all staff employed by the organisation’s contractors. The cost is unknown but the best guess is between $258,000 to $859,000 per year to be funded through rates or through debt.
www.legislation.govt.nz...

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www.stuff.co.nz...
Hamilton City Council is to extend the minimum wage of $20 per hour to all staff employed by the organisation’s contractors. The cost is unknown but the best guess is between $258,000 to $859,000 per year to be funded through rates or through debt.
www.legislation.govt.nz...

Section 10 of Local Government Act details the purpose of local government is—
• to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of, communities; and
• to meet the current and future needs of communities for good-quality local infrastructure, local public services, and performance of regulatory functions in a way that is most cost-effective for households and businesses.
How is the living wage (above the Government’s) most cost effective for households and businesses?
and
How is it on behalf of communities?
Good-quality, of the performance of regulatory functions, means infrastructure, services, and performance that are—
• efficient;
• effective; and
• appropriate to present and anticipated future circumstances.
How is the living wage to contractors efficient, effective and appropriate for the ratepayer particularly in these austere and worrying times?
Those who voted for this lose sight of representative responsibility and fail to represent the residents and ratepayers who took the effort to vote and in fact all of Hamilton residents.
Some contractors do not contact solely to Council, their employees also work at other locations for other contracts.
How is this to be policed?
Oh that’s right it is only other people’s money – watch out for the spend-up on ‘nice to haves’ during the annual plan.
Buckle up it is going to be a rough ride, particularly in these austere and worrying times.

1627 days ago

Toastmasters special offer

Karen from Nawton

Hi. If anyone has ever wanted to be involved in Toastmasters, now would be a great time to visit the Dinsdale Toastmasters Club, we have a special deal going for the month of June only.

Normally you would get 2-4 free meetings before making a decision if you wish to join but as we are part way … View more
Hi. If anyone has ever wanted to be involved in Toastmasters, now would be a great time to visit the Dinsdale Toastmasters Club, we have a special deal going for the month of June only.

Normally you would get 2-4 free meetings before making a decision if you wish to join but as we are part way through June already there is only the opportunity for 1-2 free meetings to see if Toastmasters is right for you.
The usual fee for June (on a pro rata system) is $115 including the one off new membership fee But for this month only the total fee for the next 3 months is $79. so a great time to join up, a saving of $36.



We started back on the 9th June to the Western Community centre in Hyde Ave, Nawton. Meet every Tues for 7.15pm start.



any queries don't hesitate to ph/text me on 0273901487.



We look forward to meeting you soon.

1628 days ago

2020 PROMOTION

Secretary from HAMILTON BMX CLUB

JOIN US NOW!!
All 2020 NEW MEMBERSHIPS/LICENCES for new riders up to 75% discounted
CLUB NIGHTS START 19th August 2020 from 5.15pm

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1628 days ago

Bokashi buckets x 2 1 1/2 kg of compost-zing

Jenny from Flagstaff

Bokashi buckets suitable for food scraps. No smel,l once preserved can be added to compost or dug into garden.

Price: $20

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1628 days ago

Antique Oval Table

Jenny from Flagstaff

Oval table 900mm x 600mm. Top hinges to stand upright and save storage space.Needs work done on it.

Negotiable

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1628 days ago

Air Pruners

Jenny from Horsham Downs

Suitablefor pruning fruit trees or vines (kiwifruit, Grapes etc). in excellent condition. 1 handpiece of Italian manufacture (Campagnola), fitted with safety device to stop accidental use. C/W 15 meters of flexible hose. Will prune up to 25mm Diameter.

Price: $50

1629 days ago

How to create a happy and healthy home for less

The Warehouse

Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, … View more
Did you know a government and industry study found the condition of as many as one in two New Zealand homes assessed wasn’t as healthy as it should be?

That has a big impact on our health, but despite the obstacles we face, there are lots of simple ways to make your place warmer and drier, more comfortable and easier to heat.
Find out more

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1629 days ago

Next issue of Get Growing ezine - coming soon!

Reporter NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hi everyone, the next issue of Get Growing will be released early next week, so keep your eyes peeled! In the meantime you can read all previous editions here, so dig in and enjoy!

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1629 days ago

CLUB NIGHTS

Secretary from HAMILTON BMX CLUB

YES WE ARE BACK on the 19th August 2020 being our first club night!
We invite you all to come along to our Wednesday Club Nights, register at club rooms from 5.15pm, racing starts @ 6pm. For all riders on balance & pedal bikes from new to experienced riders. Riders must be fully covered e.g.… View more
YES WE ARE BACK on the 19th August 2020 being our first club night!
We invite you all to come along to our Wednesday Club Nights, register at club rooms from 5.15pm, racing starts @ 6pm. For all riders on balance & pedal bikes from new to experienced riders. Riders must be fully covered e.g. long pants, long sleeve top, covered shoes We have bike & helmet hire available $2 per item.

New riders the first 3 club nights are FREE to register, then next 7 club nights cost $3 per rider/night this gives you time to get involved & see if BMX & our club is a sport that you want to join & join our club.

Balance Bike (mini wheelers)
Pedal Bikes all ages
MTB class
Buddy Nights
Superclass Intermediate 12+yrs & Senior Challenge(1st Wednesday of the month)

FOLLOW OUR FACEBOOK PAGE for all updates - 2020 promo to be announced soon! You won't want to miss this.....

1629 days ago

Creative ideas for using wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Use colourful wallpaper to update a tired old piece of furniture easily!

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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