Te Kowhai, Hamilton

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2411 days ago

Top tips for tulips from Hamilton Gardens pro

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Read this before you pop your tulip bulbs in the ground.

2412 days ago

Final chance to have your say

Tax Working Group

Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax… View more
Could a capital gains tax (not on the family home), taking GST off healthy food, or taxing activity that damages the environment make NZ an even better place to live and work? The Tax Working Group are keen to hear what matters most to you. Time is ticking to have your say.

Head over to the Tax Working Group’s website by 30 April, watch a series of five short videos explaining the issues, and let them know your thoughts in the comment section.

Don't miss out. Have your say on the future of tax by 30 April at: taxworkinggroup.govt.nz/have-your-say-future-tax
Find out more

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2412 days ago

Poll: Do you do this while driving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've got a question for you. Tell us truthfully what your tendencies are when it comes to using your mobile phone while driving. Don't worry we won't tell anyone; we're just trying to find out how widespread mobile usage is while driving. Voting on the poll below is completely … View moreWe've got a question for you. Tell us truthfully what your tendencies are when it comes to using your mobile phone while driving. Don't worry we won't tell anyone; we're just trying to find out how widespread mobile usage is while driving. Voting on the poll below is completely anonymous.

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Do you do this while driving?
  • 8.3% I use my mobile while I'm driving
    8.3% Complete
  • 16.9% I use my mobile when stopped at a traffic light
    16.9% Complete
  • 31.9% I don't touch my phone while driving
    31.9% Complete
  • 39.9% I pull over when I need to use my mobile
    39.9% Complete
  • 3% I don't drive
    3% Complete
3986 votes
2415 days ago

Falling over isn’t part of the aging process

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It’s ‘April Falls’ this month, and we’re raising awareness of preventing falls. We want to help you stay on your feet and living the life you want to live.

As we age, the risk of having a fall increases. Those over the age of 65 have a 1 in 3 chance of having a fall and those over 80 … View more
It’s ‘April Falls’ this month, and we’re raising awareness of preventing falls. We want to help you stay on your feet and living the life you want to live.

As we age, the risk of having a fall increases. Those over the age of 65 have a 1 in 3 chance of having a fall and those over 80 it’s 1 in 2.

Having a fall can be devastating and can often result in a broken bone, which is painful and can take a long time to heal stopping us from doing the things we love.

The good news is that many falls are preventable. A new movement called Live Stronger for Longer aims to help reduce the risk of having a fall so we can live an independent and active life.

Having good strength and balance is key to staying on your feet. You can find approved community strength and balance classes in your area and practical information, advice, and resources on reducing the risk of falls.

Live Stronger for Longer and join the movement today.

Proudly brought to you by ACC, HQSC, MOH and your local community health providers.
Find a class near you

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2416 days ago

Mulch or bark going cheap??

Tiffany from Te Kowhai

Hey neighbors we are looking for some bark or mulch that anyone may have left over or want gone??

2418 days ago

Should our open roads be reduced to 70kmh?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi Waikato,
Do you think the 100kmh speed limit on our roads is too fast? A Landmark report is suggesting our rural roads should be reduced to 70kmh. So, is it a good idea? Reply, and let us know.
To read more, click here.

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2423 days ago

Always blow on the pie!

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

They’re fresh AND hot!

"We’ve just opened our café in Te Kowhai Village. Hot pies, fresh food, all day breakfasts, strong coffee, cold drinks.

We open at 6.00am and will be here through to 5.00pm so if you’re passing through or living locally, come in and give us a try.

We look… View more
They’re fresh AND hot!

"We’ve just opened our café in Te Kowhai Village. Hot pies, fresh food, all day breakfasts, strong coffee, cold drinks.

We open at 6.00am and will be here through to 5.00pm so if you’re passing through or living locally, come in and give us a try.

We look forward to meeting you soon!

Thanks to everyone for getting in touch about work opportunities. We think we've got everyone we need now but we hope to get busier and if so, we'll get in touch again."

Te Kowhai Village Café

669 Horotiu Road, Te Kowhai

(Right next to the green grocer)



Mamma Choung.

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2416 days ago

Te Kowhai News - the food issue

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

Food glorious food!

The inside cover theme for the May issue is FOOD.

We’ve all done it. Taken a photo of a delicious meal before we tuck in. Snapped a photo of the kids covered in chocolate or licking the mixing bowl. Whatever shape or form your food comes in (edible, play-doh, … View more
Food glorious food!

The inside cover theme for the May issue is FOOD.

We’ve all done it. Taken a photo of a delicious meal before we tuck in. Snapped a photo of the kids covered in chocolate or licking the mixing bowl. Whatever shape or form your food comes in (edible, play-doh, manhandled or mashed up) – send in a photo of someone from your home or work with food and you'll grace the inside cover of the May edition.

Email your images and a caption to tekowhainews@gmail.com before the cut off which is noon on Friday 11 May.

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2417 days ago

Urgent car recall - is your vehicle affected?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get … View moreThe New Zealand government has announced a compulsory airbag recall affecting 50,000 vehicles. NZTA states members are 'strongly advised to respond promptly to the recall notification. If your car is under active recall, contact the supplier as soon as possible and make an appointment to get the airbags replaced'.

Here's everything you need to know:
1) Check if your car is affected
2) Find out more about the recall.
3) Read information on why you need to have your airbag replaced.

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2417 days ago

MASSIVE GARAGE SALE

Yvonne from Te Kowhai

Saturday 7th April 7am start at 423 Horotiu Road, RD 8, Hamilton. Children’s toys and resources, kitchenware, beautiful girls dresses, assorted boys, girls, teenage clothing, adult books and children’s picture book’s, Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, box sets, Child’s wooden play shop … View moreSaturday 7th April 7am start at 423 Horotiu Road, RD 8, Hamilton. Children’s toys and resources, kitchenware, beautiful girls dresses, assorted boys, girls, teenage clothing, adult books and children’s picture book’s, Tom Gates and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, box sets, Child’s wooden play shop set, many resources for ECE teachers. Smoke free household. Come and grab a bargain. Enquiries to Yvonne on 0211863637

Negotiable

2417 days ago

Meals On Wheels Volunteers Required

Service Centre Coordinator from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

Hi Everyone,
We are currently looking for Meals on Wheels volunteers to help us deliver hot healthy meals to people in the community who cannot cook or prepare their own meals. By doing so, you will be supporting amongst the most vulnerable in our community.
As a volunteer with New Zealand Red … View more
Hi Everyone,
We are currently looking for Meals on Wheels volunteers to help us deliver hot healthy meals to people in the community who cannot cook or prepare their own meals. By doing so, you will be supporting amongst the most vulnerable in our community.
As a volunteer with New Zealand Red Cross you will be part of a family. We take pride in our volunteers and are involved in actively supporting and empowering our volunteers.
As a Meals on Wheels Volunteer Driver you will be directly involved in supporting vulnerable members of our community in Hamilton. Your role will be to pick up the hot meals prepared at the Waikato Hospital before dropping the meals off along a pre-determined route in a specific Hamilton suburb.
We are looking for someone with a warm smile and a friendly attitude who has a clean drivers license and access to a vehicle.
You can either volunteer regularly (weekly, fortnightly or monthly) or express interest in being a casual or back up driver (if one of our regulars cannot make it).
If you are interested, please send an email at waikato@redcross.org.nz or submit an online application through our website.

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