Tamahere, Hamilton

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2371 days ago

Poll: Will you be checking out Tamahere's new park?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hi neighbours,
Tamahere's new park will be officially opened today.
Activities on the day include skating demonstrations from local skaters; a brand new Haka and waiata from Tamahere Model Country School, tree planting from local tamariki and a blessing from Ngati Haua.
So will you be … View more
Hi neighbours,
Tamahere's new park will be officially opened today.
Activities on the day include skating demonstrations from local skaters; a brand new Haka and waiata from Tamahere Model Country School, tree planting from local tamariki and a blessing from Ngati Haua.
So will you be heading along soon to check it out?

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Will you be checking out Tamahere's new park?
  • 53.8% Yes
    53.8% Complete
  • 30.8% No
    30.8% Complete
  • 15.4% Maybe
    15.4% Complete
13 votes
2371 days ago

Chop and serve!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

What’s better than a chopping board that’s beautiful enough to use as a serving tray as well?

We took a plain wooden chopping board and spruced it up with an art deco-inspired pattern, using colours from the Resene range.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy … View more
What’s better than a chopping board that’s beautiful enough to use as a serving tray as well?

We took a plain wooden chopping board and spruced it up with an art deco-inspired pattern, using colours from the Resene range.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

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2371 days ago

Become a Teacher

Ministry Of Education

Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View more
Take your place alongside our young people.

Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.

Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
Learn more

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2373 days ago

Where would we be without our wonderful volunteers? 💙

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Thank you for all that you do...
this month and every month of the year!

#NSNZgetinvolved

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2373 days ago

You are greater than any obstacle

Graeme Dingle Foundation

Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, … View more
Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.

That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, develop confidence in who they are to make the most of their precious lives and become positive contributors to our communities.

We are proud to be the official charity of New Zealand Rugby.

Together we’re showing Kiwi Kids that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
Find out more

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2373 days ago

PLANTING AT HAMMOND PARK WORKINGBEE THIS SATURDAY THE 29th OF JUNE.

Paula Smith from Riverlea Environment Society Inc

Come along and support the restoration of Hammond Park by planting native trees this Saturday. There are a few steeper areas to plant out . . . so if you are physically fit we need you. Remember to bring a spade.

Meet: Malcolm Street Entrance to Hammond Park Boardwalk



Wear: Long sleeves, … View more
Come along and support the restoration of Hammond Park by planting native trees this Saturday. There are a few steeper areas to plant out . . . so if you are physically fit we need you. Remember to bring a spade.

Meet: Malcolm Street Entrance to Hammond Park Boardwalk



Wear: Long sleeves, gardening gloves, gumboots or similar



Bring: Your drink bottle and a spade..



What: Planting of native trees and some weeding if time allows.



When: 29th of June at 10am


We have a cuppa and time for a chat afterwards.

2374 days ago

Which New Zealand regions have the worst speeders?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View more
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.

On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.

The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here

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2374 days ago

Support your local community with My Challenge

Challenge Fuel

My Challenge is a rewards programme designed to make a difference.
You can earn points, save on fuel with discounts and support your local community by donating your points or discounts.
Register here

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2374 days ago

Local collection events - Amnesty and Buy-back

The Team from New Zealand Police

Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View more
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.

We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.

These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.

We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.

www.police.govt.nz...

2375 days ago

Poll: Should DIY funerals be made easier?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,
One Taupō resident ran into a bit of trouble when he wanted to organise his mum's cremation himself recently, having to drive his mum's body around town to get medical sign-off.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
So do you think the process should be made easier for people who … View more
Hi neighbours,
One Taupō resident ran into a bit of trouble when he wanted to organise his mum's cremation himself recently, having to drive his mum's body around town to get medical sign-off.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
So do you think the process should be made easier for people who don't want to go through a funeral director when their loved one dies?

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Should DIY funerals be made easier?
  • 74.5% Yes, for sure
    74.5% Complete
  • 25.5% No, there's a formal process for a reason
    25.5% Complete
47 votes
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