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Morning neighbours,
Today's edition features the story of a Hamilton family. They work hard but are still struggling to make ends meet. The young mother puts it down to high rents and low wages.
All their income and expenses are listed in the story.
The question is, how common is … View moreMorning neighbours,
Today's edition features the story of a Hamilton family. They work hard but are still struggling to make ends meet. The young mother puts it down to high rents and low wages.
All their income and expenses are listed in the story.
The question is, how common is their experience? How many other hard working families are still living from pay day to pay day?
Note: add NFP to your comment if you don't want it to be used in any follow up stories.
I knit for Hospice, Plunket, Womens Refuge, Oncology wards and after many years of knitting I'm running out of wool. Any wool that people don't require, any amount or ply (8ply or under preferable) would be appreciated. Will pick up from Flagstaff or Rototuna. I've just finished … View moreI knit for Hospice, Plunket, Womens Refuge, Oncology wards and after many years of knitting I'm running out of wool. Any wool that people don't require, any amount or ply (8ply or under preferable) would be appreciated. Will pick up from Flagstaff or Rototuna. I've just finished knitting two "tree jackets" for the new childrens playground at Hamilton Gardens so this has taken up most of my surplus wool. I was asked to do these by the bosses at the Gardens as contractors had damaged two tree trunks. You can txt me at 027 696 7886 with address and phone number. Much appreciated.
Hello neighbours! I'm Sam from Stuff Fibre (on the left) - and that's my mate Casey, Neighbourly's co-founder. As a couple of tech start-up founders, we're really excited to have joined forces to help make a difference in every corner of New Zealand.
Neighbourly do it by … View moreHello neighbours! I'm Sam from Stuff Fibre (on the left) - and that's my mate Casey, Neighbourly's co-founder. As a couple of tech start-up founders, we're really excited to have joined forces to help make a difference in every corner of New Zealand.
Neighbourly do it by connecting you with your neighbours - Stuff Fibre is doing it by providing a better, simpler internet experience. Stuff Fibre delivers super speedy internet supported by local customer service from our team in Auckland (wahoo!), unlimited data and no fixed term contracts so that you get our best price always. Over the coming weeks and months we'll be working with Neighbourly to help you understand about what this 'fibre stuff' is all about and why it should matter to you. In the meantime - it's great to be here!
Curious? Find out more about how we're shaking things up.
- Sam Morse, Stuff Fibre co-founder
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.
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 moreMorning 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.
The March issue of the newsletter will start taking shape soon. Please send any story leads, photos or local news to me at tekowhainews@gmail.com
Key dates are as follows:
Friday 10 March 5pm - Te Kowhai District Newsletter content deadline.
Monday 20 March - Te Kowhai Newsletter March issue … View moreThe March issue of the newsletter will start taking shape soon. Please send any story leads, photos or local news to me at tekowhainews@gmail.com
Key dates are as follows:
Friday 10 March 5pm - Te Kowhai District Newsletter content deadline.
Monday 20 March - Te Kowhai Newsletter March issue delivery begins.
Many thanks
Amanda Schaake
Editor, Te Kowhai News
+64 (0)220 166 828
+64 (0)7 829 7324
The Cancer Society is currently looking for donations of clean and classy women's clothes and accessories for its newest fundraiser, Recycle Runway.
We would be delighted to receive your quality pre-loved items including all sizes and types of women's clothing, hats, scarves, … View moreThe Cancer Society is currently looking for donations of clean and classy women's clothes and accessories for its newest fundraiser, Recycle Runway.
We would be delighted to receive your quality pre-loved items including all sizes and types of women's clothing, hats, scarves, handbags/purses, jewellery/watches, belts, sunglasses and shoes (no swimwear, underwear or sleepwear). These will be sold at the Recycle Runway event on Saturday 25 February to raise money for the Cancer Society.
Items can be dropped off at the following locations:
- Cancer Society Office: Cnr Grey & Beale Streets, Hamilton East
- Cancer Society’s Lions Lodge: 32 Tainui Street, Hamilton
- Oosh: 72 Victoria Street, Cambridge
- Playmates Boutique: 46 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu
- A Little Bit Different: 43 Maniapoto Street, Otorohanga
- Cafe Frock: Cnr Thames & Marshall Streets, Morrinsville (ask for Deborah)
Interested in attending the event? Visit Eventfinda for more details and to buy tickets: www.eventfinda.co.nz...
Any support would be appreciated!
Hi folks
just letting you know that there were two known windows smashed and cars entered last night in Dallinger Street.
Unknown time and nothing taken from one vehicle and unknown from the other.
Both vehicles were parked on the roadside had rear quarter windows smashed.
Unknown if other … View moreHi folks
just letting you know that there were two known windows smashed and cars entered last night in Dallinger Street.
Unknown time and nothing taken from one vehicle and unknown from the other.
Both vehicles were parked on the roadside had rear quarter windows smashed.
Unknown if other streets had similar.
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.
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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 moreFrom 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
Saturday 4th Feb.
Signposted from Queenwood Shops after 8am.
Bargains galore. Retro, Bric-a-Brac, cool junk......
$2 Sausage sizzle and coffee.
Fundraiser for granddaughter who is going to Tasmania to play rep Badminton.
We will be setting up early on Saturday morning so please don't … View moreSaturday 4th Feb.
Signposted from Queenwood Shops after 8am.
Bargains galore. Retro, Bric-a-Brac, cool junk......
$2 Sausage sizzle and coffee.
Fundraiser for granddaughter who is going to Tasmania to play rep Badminton.
We will be setting up early on Saturday morning so please don't come before 8am.
Thank you for your support.
EWCT invites you to attend our Living Confidently course. This week we have Sally Mutton, from "Dress-to-Success", as our guest speaker.
For further information please go to:
ewct.org.nz...
Maria Lowe, the epilepsy advisor talks with Free FM Community Access Radio about a range of epilepsy subjects from triggers to myths about epilepsy. Listen or download the interview below. For more information please go to:
ewct.org.nz...
Would anybody have a spare adult ticket to sell me for the game tomorrow?
I can pick up and pay cash.
Call me on 0220122530.
Be in to win ONE OF FIVE perfect SuperValue Summer Assortment packs from Barker’s of Geraldine for Valentine’s Day. It’s the beginnings of a fabulous picnic to show the love in your life how wonderful they are - or maybe just a favourite neighbour. Each pack contains 10 of Barker’s most … View moreBe in to win ONE OF FIVE perfect SuperValue Summer Assortment packs from Barker’s of Geraldine for Valentine’s Day. It’s the beginnings of a fabulous picnic to show the love in your life how wonderful they are - or maybe just a favourite neighbour. Each pack contains 10 of Barker’s most popular new releases along with a cheese set and a recipe collection to give you picnic inspiration!
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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