Te Kowhai, Hamilton

1204 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

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1205 days ago

Chasing glory at the Olympics@RYMAN

We may be an official partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, but within our villages it’s residents who are chasing Olympic glory.
So many Ryman residents have passions and pastimes that they continue to thrive at within our villages. Therefore, creating an event like Olympics@RYMAN is a prime… View more
We may be an official partner of the New Zealand Olympic Team, but within our villages it’s residents who are chasing Olympic glory.
So many Ryman residents have passions and pastimes that they continue to thrive at within our villages. Therefore, creating an event like Olympics@RYMAN is a prime example of how we pioneer the way for our residents.
Events include swimming, bowls, cycling, relay walking and Quiznastics. To up the ante, we’ve incorporated technology solutions to enhance events and to enable residents to connect with all 41 Ryman villages, including those across the Tasman, while they compete!
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1209 days ago

Sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter

Angela Quigan Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next … View more
Hi neighbours,

The Tokyo Olympics are about to kick off, and some of our country's best sports stars are set to represent New Zealand on the world stage.

The opening ceremony takes place on Friday (about 11pm NZ time), and the Games will run through until August 8.

Over the next two-and-a-half weeks, some of the world’s best athletes competing in a range of sports will battle it out in Tokyo in the hopes of walking away with a medal.

So get your New Zealand flags and popcorn ready and sign up for our Tokyo Olympics newsletter to have all the highlights, talking points, medal tally and analysis delivered to your inbox every day. Click here.

We'll also be live blogging our Kiwi athletes' events every day of the Games. Just bookmark this page to stay up to date.

1207 days ago

Strengthening digital skills for industry

Competenz

Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into… View more
Low levels of digital literacy among staff is a challenge facing many manufacturing businesses, and strengthening those skills is not only essential to meet rapid technological changes in the workplace, it’s vital to increasing productivity.

“As technology progresses and we move further into Industry 4.0, workers must be upskilled to keep pace with new systems and processes, especially older employees who are not digital natives, but who have invaluable experience in their fields,” says Competenz Sector Manager Jahn Vannisselroy

Competenz has developed a new micro-credential to meet the demands brought about by Industry 4.0.
Read the full article here

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1207 days ago

Supporting KidsCan is easy through the Trade Me Kindness Store

Trade Me

Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve… View more
Hi there!

Here at Trade Me we're chuffed to let you know we’ve launched our Kindness Store again for winter, supporting KidsCan and the great work they do making sure our tamariki have a fair start – after all, little Kiwis can’t learn when they’re hungry, wet, and cold.

We’ve stocked the store with all the essentials. Think fleece-lined rain coats and shoes to keep kids warm and dry, and warm, healthy food.

Just pick, click, and give now – we take care of the rest, making sure your purchase gets to KidsCan.
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1208 days ago

Pay it Forward this weekend

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from St Andrews Library Waiwherowhero

Are you heading to the library this weekend? Don't forget that we are still running our Pay it Forward campaign. We are collecting non-perishable items for Waikato Women's Refuge - Te Whakaruruhau up until the end of the month. If you are willing and able to donate, we are accepting … View moreAre you heading to the library this weekend? Don't forget that we are still running our Pay it Forward campaign. We are collecting non-perishable items for Waikato Women's Refuge - Te Whakaruruhau up until the end of the month. If you are willing and able to donate, we are accepting donations across all Hamilton City Library locations!

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1208 days ago

Secure your bull team now with no upfront cost!

PGG Wrightson

Apply for a Defer-A-Bull purchase agreement today – a simple, cost effective solution when sourcing your dairy service bulls.

Secure your bull team early with no repayments until bulls are sold.
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1209 days ago

Do you have a great spinach recipe?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours,

Every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of tested reader recipes using a seasonal crop. We are now on the hunt for spinach recipes, so send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz before July 26, 2021.

Every published recipe wins a copy of our special edition Homegrown Recipes.

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1209 days ago

Rose Hughes’ latest project gives an old wooden crate a charming second life.

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Give an old wooden crate a charming second life with Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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1210 days ago

Net Safety Night at Hillcrest Library

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from St Andrews Library Waiwherowhero

Did you know that across Aotearoa New Zealand, nearly 440 people every week contact Netsafe for online harassment, image-based abuse, hate speech, grooming, scams, and school incidents?

Join us on Thursday 29 July 6-7pm at Hillcrest Library to learn about some of the threats that are affecting … View more
Did you know that across Aotearoa New Zealand, nearly 440 people every week contact Netsafe for online harassment, image-based abuse, hate speech, grooming, scams, and school incidents?

Join us on Thursday 29 July 6-7pm at Hillcrest Library to learn about some of the threats that are affecting homes all across New Zealand. You can also ask questions to experts and get some advice on how to keep yourself safe online.

You can pre-register your interest, or you can simply show up on the evening. Link is below!

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1210 days ago

Peter William’s Natural Joint Secret

Koru Nutrition

Peter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.

“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”

“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast … View more
Peter Williams reports a natural cream that supports his joints and helps to keep him active.

“When I get up in the morning, I want to know that my joints are healthy, flexible and ready for the day.”

“I recommend Koru FX cream by Koru Nutrition. It’s New Zealand made, natural, fast acting and long lasting. It has become NZ’s #1 fastest growing topical joint and muscle support cream and I can see why.”

“Ask for Koru Nutrition’s Koru FX cream next time you’re in the pharmacy and try it for yourself.”
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1211 days ago

Hamilton Secondary School Open Days

Education Counts

We believe that Hamilton is well served in its state secondary schools. All offer a high standard of education; each has its own special characteristics.
We invite you to visit us and make your choice an informed one. Information, prospectuses and applications for enrolment will be available at … View more
We believe that Hamilton is well served in its state secondary schools. All offer a high standard of education; each has its own special characteristics.
We invite you to visit us and make your choice an informed one. Information, prospectuses and applications for enrolment will be available at all
the schools on Open Days, and will be supplied to all Hamilton Intermediate and contributing Primary Schools.

To enable interested parents and students to meet staff, view facilities, and discuss matters of interest Open Days are scheduled as detailed.

If you are unable to attend a meeting and wish to see the school, please contact the Principal. All schools are happy to meet such requests.

Hillcrest High School
OPEN DAY -
WEDNESDAY 4 AUGUST
Please report to the Auditorium:
9:15am 1:30pm and 5:30pm
Phone: (07) 857 0297
Email: office@hillcrest-high.school.nz

Rototuna High Schools
OPEN DAY SENIOR HIGH -
TUESDAY 3 AUGUST
Tours at 9.45am
OPEN DAY JUNIOR HIGH -
THURSDAY 5 AUGUST
Tours held between 9.45am and 2pm
Phone: (07) 854 0541
Email: admin@rhs.school.nz

Hamilton Girls High School
OPEN DAY TOURS - THURSDAY 5 AUGUST
Tours at 9.00am, 11.30am, and 1.30pm
We will begin in Ngaa Puawaitanga with the Principal’s
address followed by a tour of the school
Sonninghill hostel tours can be arranged via the Director
of Boarding at director@sonninghill.school.nz
General Enquiries Phone: (07) 839 1304 | email: enrolment@hghs.school.nz

Melville High School
OPEN DAY - THURSDAY 5 AUGUST
Please meet in the School Hall at 9:30am
INFORMATION EVENING - THURSDAY 5 AUGUST
6:00pm in the Glenice Gallagher Library
Phone: (07) 843 4529
Email: principal@melville-high.school.nz

Fairfield College
INFORMATION EVENING & TOURS
TUESDAY 24 AUGUST
Please report to the main office at 5:30pm
OPEN DAY - FRIDAY 12 NOVEMBER
All invited to experience a snapshot of what Fairfield
College can offer with a variety of interactive
workshops starting from 10.00am – 3pm
Phone: (07) 853 5660 | Email: adminfc@faircol.school.nz
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1211 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

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1212 days ago

Ever thought of taking a night school class?

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.

Enrol now for Term 3, courses start from the 2nd August. You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!

Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Enrol now

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1213 days ago

Necessary Move Made 'Seamless'

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Brian and Noeline’s different needs met at Linda Jones Village.

Read about their story below.

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