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We're hoping to set a record for the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in one place this weekend! Join us Sunday afternoon for a drive with a difference at the Hampton Downs Motorsport Park - noon to 4:30pm, 7th October. McLaren and Tesla are racing!
EV owners can drive around the 2.8km … View moreWe're hoping to set a record for the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in one place this weekend! Join us Sunday afternoon for a drive with a difference at the Hampton Downs Motorsport Park - noon to 4:30pm, 7th October. McLaren and Tesla are racing!
EV owners can drive around the 2.8km race track! Tackle the track by donation or koha to help the organising group the Electric Vehicle Association of Aotearoa (EVAA) with funding. Get advice, talk about your cars, there is a prize-giving too!
EVs will be able to charge on site, using the WEL Networks fast charger there or another a few minutes away at Te Kauwhata, plus a variety of plug-in chargers.
If you’re over 65, regular exercise is one of the best things you can do. There are many benefits – it keeps your bones strong, builds strength and improves your balance to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Joining a local ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ class is a great way to stay … View moreIf you’re over 65, regular exercise is one of the best things you can do. There are many benefits – it keeps your bones strong, builds strength and improves your balance to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Joining a local ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ class is a great way to stay active.
These classes are safe, affordable and you’ll have fun while meeting new people.
Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
The warmer weather is here so it's good time to check that trees on your property aren't near power lines. Do they need a trim? Don't do it yourself. Call our arborists 0800 800 935.
Say hello to our brand new NSNZ quarterly newsletter - Hapori! 💌🎉
In te reo Māori, Hapori means: family, society, or community. It is our aim with this newsletter to cultivate a thriving family of partners, supporters and the wider community and invite you in to keep up-to-date with what … View moreSay hello to our brand new NSNZ quarterly newsletter - Hapori! 💌🎉
In te reo Māori, Hapori means: family, society, or community. It is our aim with this newsletter to cultivate a thriving family of partners, supporters and the wider community and invite you in to keep up-to-date with what has been happening behind the scenes at our National Office here in Wellington as well as around the country.
If you didn't receive this edition straight to your inbox, you can still get the entire scoop here:
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While you're there, don't forget to also click 'subscribe' so you can join our growing community of Neighbourhood Supporters! 🏡💛
Hi neighbours,
Are government-funded school lunches needed in our community? Experts have said free school lunches could address a "blind spot" in efforts to eliminate child poverty in NZ. To read more, click here.
Sweden, for example, offers free nutritious school lunches to children … View moreHi neighbours,
Are government-funded school lunches needed in our community? Experts have said free school lunches could address a "blind spot" in efforts to eliminate child poverty in NZ. To read more, click here.
Sweden, for example, offers free nutritious school lunches to children in all primary schools. Is this something NZ should be doing too? Or should funding be focused elsewhere? Would funded lunches help your family? Let us know your thoughts in the replies below.
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Hi everyone, just thought I would give you all a heads up -
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Hamilton is having a 3 DAY FILL A BAG SALE
Starting TODAY - freshen up your wardrobe with our great selection of stock, with this amazing deal - grab a bargain!
(*Excludes designer clothing and jackets) … View moreHi everyone, just thought I would give you all a heads up -
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Hamilton is having a 3 DAY FILL A BAG SALE
Starting TODAY - freshen up your wardrobe with our great selection of stock, with this amazing deal - grab a bargain!
(*Excludes designer clothing and jackets) 😀🕵️♀️🙅♀️
Ends Saturday 6 October - see you at the ReStore, 29 Bryant Road, Te Rapa 🏃♀️🏃♀️
We know asbestos can be a scary subject. At Asbestos Solutions Limited dealing with asbestos is all we do, with over 30 years experience managing and removing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) using safe and professional practices.
Let us take some of the unknowns out of the process, ensure … View moreWe know asbestos can be a scary subject. At Asbestos Solutions Limited dealing with asbestos is all we do, with over 30 years experience managing and removing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) using safe and professional practices.
Let us take some of the unknowns out of the process, ensure your building is safe and you comply with the Asbestos Regulations.
If you think you might have asbestos in your building call your asbestos experts today on 0800 743 272 and take advantage of this limited time offer of free lab testing of asbestos samples. Conditions apply.
Personal trainer Alison Storey's weekly column, Storey on Sport, answers your questions on fitness a…
I got in touch with UltraFast about the internet outages last week. They came back to me with the statement below.
"We unfortunately damaged a main Chorus copper cable on the 19th and 24th September and this most likely would have cut off broadband (ADSL or VDSL) for a number of properties. I… View moreI got in touch with UltraFast about the internet outages last week. They came back to me with the statement below.
"We unfortunately damaged a main Chorus copper cable on the 19th and 24th September and this most likely would have cut off broadband (ADSL or VDSL) for a number of properties. I apologise for the inconvenience this has caused residents.
Before undertaking any works we try and identify all existing services to avoid (e.g. power, water, sewage, telecoms) though we are not always successful. Sometimes services are not in the location expected as they have moved over time or, like the Chorus cable damaged on the 19th September, are not on any plans.
The civil build for Te Kowhai will be completed this week, so any digging from now on is minimal. Over the next couple of months we will be installing the primary fibre cables and activating the network. We’re anticipating Te Kowhai residents will be able to order fibre broadband services by early next year, though I’m hoping it will be as early as December."
If anyone would like to speak to UltraFast directly, Mike Ryan has asked that his details be passed on. Please drop me a line and I'll pass them on to you.
Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, … View moreOur Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.
Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, causing a large number of the population to be wiped out.
Yates is getting behind the drive to avert a similar crisis this year by giving away various free butterfly friendly seeds including Yates new Butterfly Field Mix seeds between 1st and 14th October. Just register here during this time to receive your packet of seeds.
A national planting day will be held on 20th October. Plant a Swan plant or other butterfly friendly plants in your garden, in your neighbour’s garden, at school, in your local community garden – and let’s help Monarch butterflies flourish.
National Gardening Week aims to foster a love of gardening with a focus on growing not only plants but friendships, good health, strong communities and closer connections with nature.
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View moreDid you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.
If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!
#NSNZemergencypreparedness
The Waikato Wahine rugby outfit has booked a spot in the Farah Palmer Cup semi finals with a week to…
How cute are these! Great little stocking stuffers!!
Bath Bombs (Surprise) $12
How to use: Fill your bath with warm water and drop this bath bomb in, watch it fizz. Hidden toy inside - Hatchimals, Pokemon, Shopkins and Paw Patrol.
*Bath tub and skin tested, safe from staining*
funds raised go… View moreHow cute are these! Great little stocking stuffers!!
Bath Bombs (Surprise) $12
How to use: Fill your bath with warm water and drop this bath bomb in, watch it fizz. Hidden toy inside - Hatchimals, Pokemon, Shopkins and Paw Patrol.
*Bath tub and skin tested, safe from staining*
funds raised go to Clothe our Kids - Waikato
Hi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The … View moreHi neighbours,
You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.
Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.
The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.
Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?
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