Te Kowhai, Hamilton

Time to tidy that garage

Time to tidy that garage

Use Neighbourly Market to make a few bucks while you're at it

1542 days ago

Poll: Do you think skateboards should be allowed in the CBD?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hamilton City Council is thinking about letting skateboarders back into the CBD.

It's had 105 submissions on the idea of taking skateboarding off the list of "nuisance behaviour" - most in favour, one saying it's now a mainstream form of transport.

Read more here.

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Do you think skateboards should be allowed in the CBD?
  • 14.7% Yes, they're a handy way to get around.
    14.7% Complete
  • 64% No, I think they should stick to skate parks.
    64% Complete
  • 20% I'm not that worried either way.
    20% Complete
  • 1.3% Other - explain in the comments.
    1.3% Complete
150 votes
1542 days ago

Are you using your heat pump efficiently?

The team from EnergySmart - Waikato

Heat Pumps are the most popular form of fixed heating available in New Zealand.

Find out tips that will save you money when using your Heat Pump.

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1542 days ago

Upcycle furniture with wallpaper

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Use colourful wallpaper samples and your favourite Resene colour to update a tired old piece of furniture.

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

Find out how to create your own

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1542 days ago

Who's got more local heroes?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Waikato's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Otago that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New … View more
Hey neighbours,

The clock is ticking! There's just 9 days to nominate Waikato's Local Hero.

Now's the time to celebrate everyday people doing extraordinary things and show Otago that you have more good sorts than them!

Nominate them before Sunday 30 August for Kiwibank New Zealand Local Hero of the Year. Who's it going to be Waikato?

nzawards.org.nz...

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1542 days ago

Westpac Warm Up double glazing deals

RetroFit Double Glazing - Waikato

For those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If … View moreFor those of you who are Westpac customers and want your home double glazed, check out this great Warm up initiative $10K top up - INTEREST FREE! click here to view more info So don't wait, get your free retrofit double glazing quote from us now click here or call us on 0800 658 658. If you're not with Westapc, talk to your banks there’s some pretty competitive rates at the moment.

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1542 days ago

Paint it yellow with Resene for Daffodil Day!

Resene

Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood … View more
Buy any yellow testpot from your local Resene owned ColorShop between 17-31 August 2020 and Resene will donate $1 to the NZ Cancer Society!

The more yellow testpots you buy, the more will be donated! Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene yellow testpots (excludes metallics and wood stains).

Help us make a difference to the health of kiwis.

Shop online or call or visit your Resene ColorShop.
Find your ColorShop

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1542 days ago

Nominate your Nice Neighbour and win!

Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our … View more
Do you have a Nice Neighbour in your community that has shone through the shadow of this pandemic?

Has someone offered to pick up supplies for you? Maybe your neighbour rang up to have a friendly chat? Any person that's made your community more neighbourly, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page now!

If selected, your nomination will be published in your community paper with you and your nominee each winning a $25 Prezzy® Card!
Nominate Now!

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1542 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
Read Now

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1543 days ago

Do you live on your own, or would you like to?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Projections for Hamilton are for more one-person households and couples living together without children.

Currently, one-person households make up about 24 per cent of the city's total households.

Read more here. Do you live on your own, or would you like to?

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1544 days ago

Waikato, who's your Local Hero?

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

Hey neighbours,

Know a local hero in Waikato?

The countdown is on. You’ve got 12 days to nominate an everyday hero doing extraordinary things in your community! Don’t let their mahi go unnoticed – share them below and nominate now.

nzawards.org.nz...

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1543 days ago

It Takes Dedication To Get Perfect Buns

McDonald's

Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar… View more
Our buns are made fresh daily at Aryzta’s dedicated bun bakery on Auckland’s North Shore.

We have high standards and our bakers do too, which is why there are multiple quality checks in place at the bakery and only the best looking buns make the cut.

We use less than a teaspoon of sugar in each of the buns which gives them the colour and texture that makes them perfect for burgers.
Find out more

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1544 days ago

What are the best home features for people who aren't fully abled?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from… View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. A recent episode of Grand Designs UK, about a Paralympian whose marriage broke up during the build of his dream home, got us thinking. What are the best design features/products for a home if you are not fully abled? We'd like to hear from people who have adjusted their homes in some way to make life with a disability easier.
If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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1546 days ago

Cane rocking chair restoration

Denise from Horsham Downs

Hi there
Is there anyone who can restore our rocking chair for a reasonable price?

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1544 days ago

2021 Te Kowhai Calendar

Sara from Te Kowhai

Hi Neighbours,

We are currently running a competitions for our 2021 Te Kowhai Calendar.
Get busy sending us your local pictures and you can be into win Base vouchers and choose the month your picture goes into next years calendar.
Please see below for details.
Entries close 1st September 2020

Photo album 2021.pdf Download View

1544 days ago

COMPETITION: A Dad Like No Other

WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best… View more
WIN a gift hamper valued at $250 or join 5 lucky runners-up to take home a prize valued at $100.

Armed with laughter and powered by wisdom, dads are worth celebrating! Show your dad, grandad, or that special person in your life that you love them to the moon and back this Father’s Day.

Best friend, hero, a voice of reason, rib-tickler. Share what you love most about your dad with New Zealand and be in to WIN! Get in quick – entries close on the 30th August. T&C's Apply.
Enter here!

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