Te Kowhai, Hamilton

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Introduce yourself, neighbour!

Head to our Know Thy Neighbour page.

1913 days ago

How great is Your Place? Take our survey!

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
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Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.

For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.

We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.

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1914 days ago

Poll: What is the top issue you want the local council to focus on?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.

With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing… View more
The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.

With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing what you want your local councillors to support or who to vote for. What are the issues you want your next local council to focus on?

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What is the top issue you want the local council to focus on?
  • 33% Rates
    33% Complete
  • 10.8% Housing
    10.8% Complete
  • 15% Roads
    15% Complete
  • 3.6% Public transport
    3.6% Complete
  • 9.3% Water
    9.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Waste
    4.9% Complete
  • 8.9% Climate + environment
    8.9% Complete
  • 10.2% Infrastructure
    10.2% Complete
  • 4.3% Local facilities (like parks and libraries)
    4.3% Complete
1311 votes
1915 days ago

Having problems with drugs or alcohol?

The Retreat NZ

It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View more
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.

At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.

Talk to us - we can help. We are available 24/7 and we welcome guests from all over New Zealand. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Phone on 0800 276 237 or visit our website www.theretreatnz.org.nz
Talk to us

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1915 days ago

Vote for Get Growing! You could WIN!

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View more
Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!

Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
Vote here

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1920 days ago

Breastfeeding mum told to move during Disney on Ice

Reporter Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,
Hamilton City Council-owned Claudelands Event Centre has had to apologise to a mother who was asked not to breastfeed in public.
Jen Maxwell was breastfeeding her 11-week-old son Marlow in the mainly empty lobby of the centre during Disney On Ice when a security contractor told her … View more
Hi neighbours,
Hamilton City Council-owned Claudelands Event Centre has had to apologise to a mother who was asked not to breastfeed in public.
Jen Maxwell was breastfeeding her 11-week-old son Marlow in the mainly empty lobby of the centre during Disney On Ice when a security contractor told her she should use the family room to feed her baby.
READ MORE Here

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1915 days ago

Waikato DHB payroll glitch - Were you affected?

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you … View more
Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you affected? Have you had previous experiences with payroll glitches? Share below!
Read more

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1916 days ago

Waikato DHB payroll glitch - Were you affected?

Reporter Waikato Times

Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you … View more
Hi neighbours - an "unusual hiccup" with the Waikato DHB's payroll system affected around 4000 people on Wednesday.

The DHB had to resort to their contingency plan, ensuring people were paid overnight, however people did not receive their pay by midnight on Wednesday.

Were you affected? Have you had previous experiences with payroll glitches? Share below! Read more

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1916 days ago
1916 days ago

Ideas for creative teens

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. 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 … View more
Using just paint and wallpaper, transform boring shelves into something even your teen will love.

Combine your favourite Resene colours and wallpapers. 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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1917 days ago

Red Cross Annual Book Fair 2019 - 6th, 7th and 8th September

Community Activator from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

The Red Cross Book Fair is back again this year for the book lovers, avid readers, and book worms and for those who would like to invest in a new or favourite hobby!
In its 23rd year, join us at Waikato’s biggest Red Cross Book Fair at Te Rapa Race Course (Off Garnett Ave) on the 6th, 7th and 8th… View more
The Red Cross Book Fair is back again this year for the book lovers, avid readers, and book worms and for those who would like to invest in a new or favourite hobby!
In its 23rd year, join us at Waikato’s biggest Red Cross Book Fair at Te Rapa Race Course (Off Garnett Ave) on the 6th, 7th and 8th September.
A massive range of quality books from fiction to nonfiction, kids’ books to adult books, sporting, gardening, art, health, cooking, biography and many more at giveaway prices, including the famous $1 room and the ‘collector’s corner’ for unique and vintage books.

Plus a wide variety of music, movies, puzzles and magazines.

Bring the family and stock up on some fantastic reading and find great presents for friends and your near and dear ones.

All proceeds go to funding our vital Humanitarian and community programmes in the Waikato Region.

A huge THANK YOU to all Hamiltonians’ and everyone across Waikato and New Zealand from the Red Cross and its volunteers for their kind donations throughout the year and their continued and generous support at the event as well.

Book fair Event_Poster.pdf Download View

1917 days ago

Poll: Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Are we happier owning our own home or renting?

It turns out one answer does not fit all.

Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more

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Are you happy owning your own home, or renting?
  • 90.7% Prefer to own
    90.7% Complete
  • 9.3% Prefer to rent
    9.3% Complete
1953 votes
1918 days ago

Poll: Do you consider yourself to be happy?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?

There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.

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Do you consider yourself to be happy?
  • 75.5% Yes, I am happy
    75.5% Complete
  • 24.5% No, I am not happy
    24.5% Complete
1316 votes
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1919 days ago

Mosaic Class this weekend - Twin Rivers Community Art Centre

Jane from Ngaruawahia

There are a couple of spaces left on this taster class. Come along and join us. Lunch will be provided

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1919 days ago

Did you know Waikato DHB just got a new boss?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

After almost two years without a permanent chief executive, Waikato DHB has welcomed its new leader with a pōwhiri.
Dr Kevin Snee - the former boss of Hawke's Bay DHB - was formally welcomed to the Wailkato on Monday at Hamilton's Hui Te Rangiora Marae.
Read more here.

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1920 days ago

Aviary and birds

Sheryl from Burbush - Rotokauri

Free to a good home.

4 x cockatiels, 1 white cockatiel and 1 budgie.

Aviary size approx: 2 metres x 2 metres x 2 metres.

Easy to move on a trailer.

Phone Bruce 0272490878

Free

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