560 days ago

It's coming home to Hilda Ross!

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

The Hilda Ross bowlers are the champions of the 2024 Ryman Roll Up!

The victorious foursome, skip Neil, Chris, Frances and Sue, proved they know how to stay calm under pressure after a thrilling two day semi-final and final event held at Ryman Healthcare’s Murray Halberg Village in Lynfield, Auckland.

The Hamilton team’s path to victory saw them beat visiting Australians Deborah Cheetham Village in the semi-finals 16-6 before facing Havelock North’s James Wattie team the following day.

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1 hour ago

Stand-Out Festive Decor: Build a Big DIY Nutcracker

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover it in fabric scraps. Find out how to make your own nutcracker with these easy step by step instructions.

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1 hour ago

Vandalism is costing ratepayers - what can be done to better protect our public spaces?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Vandals have repeatedly damaged public amenities across the Waikato District, leaving ratepayers to pick up the bill. So far in 2025, the cost has climbed to nearly $123,000, reports the Waikato Times.

The council is urging residents to report vandalism as soon as possible.
If you witness vandalism in progress, please contact the police immediately.

We want to know: Do you have ideas on how we can better protect our public spaces?

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1 hour ago

Get painting and wallpapering - Sale now on at Resene ColorShops!

Resene

For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops. Find out more

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