Te Kowhai, Hamilton

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

2551 days ago

Colour Your Community - we doubled the winners!

Resene

Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 … View more
Dear Neighbourly members - we were completely blown away with this year's entries for Resene Colour Your Community.

We couldn't pick just five winners so we've picked 12!! These organisations, proudly nominated by awesome people in their community, are all receiving up to $1000 of Resene paints, wood stains and painting accessories for them to complete their local projects.

Please join us in congratulating:
1) Waipu Evolution - nominated by Philippa Ross
2) Ngaruawahia Community - nominated by Jannaya Herbes
3) Vaka Tautua (Mangere, Auckland) - nominated by Anele Siaopo
4) Eastside Community (Masterton) - nominated by Maria Bennett
5) Tokomaru Community - nominated by Caitlyn Veerbeek
6) Glen Innes Community (Auckland) - nominated by Sara Haddon
7) Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts - nominated by Rodney Thompson
8) Westport 7 day makeover - nominated Graham Howard-Mills
9) Belfast Playcentre (Christchurch) - nominated by Chris O'Rourke
10) Otari Wilton School (Karori, Wellington) - nominated by Raylyn Christian
11) Potter Home (Whangarei) - nominated by Mandy Beazley
12) Pukenui Forest signage project (Onerahi) - nominated by Shirley Peterson

Please join us in sending a huge congratulations to these twelve wonderful winners.

ALSO: keep an eye out next month for the Splash of Christmas Colour Cheer with your chance to vote on who gets a painty present. More soon!
Read more about the nominations

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2553 days ago

Congratulations to the 2017 Kowhai Photography Winners!

A helper from Te Kowhai Community Group

And the winners of the 2017 Kowhai Photography Competition are…

Age 12 and under: Oscar Hay with his Tui photo taken from his backyard in September.

Age 13 to 17: We received no entries in this category this year.

Age 18 years and above: Margaret Cadman. Her photo of a kereru was … View more
And the winners of the 2017 Kowhai Photography Competition are…

Age 12 and under: Oscar Hay with his Tui photo taken from his backyard in September.

Age 13 to 17: We received no entries in this category this year.

Age 18 years and above: Margaret Cadman. Her photo of a kereru was taken on Te Kowhai Road opposite the Garage.

People’s choice: With over 40% of the public vote, the winner of People’s Choice is Margaret Cadman.

Thank you to all those who entered, those who voted, and congratulations to the winners.

2553 days ago

Te Kowhai News: November issue out now.

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

In this issue:
- Your spring photos ... finally it’s here although it’s cold enough to make me wonder…
- Winners of the local photography competition.
- A very exciting garden ramble opportunity you won’t want to miss.
- Te Kowhai Dairy gives up the smokes.
- Market day at the Airfield… View more
In this issue:
- Your spring photos ... finally it’s here although it’s cold enough to make me wonder…
- Winners of the local photography competition.
- A very exciting garden ramble opportunity you won’t want to miss.
- Te Kowhai Dairy gives up the smokes.
- Market day at the Airfield announced.
- Interview with local orchid enthusiast Kevin Allum.
- History with Graham McBride.
- And plenty more.

Delivered free to your door in RD8.

Deadline for your content and PRIDE photos will be noon on 12th January.

Regards


Amanda Schaake
Editor, Te Kowhai News

+64 (0)220 166 828
+64 (0)7 829 7324

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2553 days ago

2018 Calendar

Emma Bradley from DC Rescue Dogs

Our 2018 Calendars are in production, and we are now taking pre-orders for delivery as soon as they arrive!

This year we have photos by award winning photographer Kelly Wolfe Photography, Carol Howell Photography and Nava Fedaeff, with calendar design by Joseph Senior & printed by BrainJam … View more
Our 2018 Calendars are in production, and we are now taking pre-orders for delivery as soon as they arrive!

This year we have photos by award winning photographer Kelly Wolfe Photography, Carol Howell Photography and Nava Fedaeff, with calendar design by Joseph Senior & printed by BrainJam Production - LAMB Creative.

These calendars sell out every year, so get in quick to get your hands on one. $20 each, + postage if required. Please message me to order yours!!

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2559 days ago

Rates hike - yes or yikes?

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hamilton mayor Andrew King has proposed a 16.5 per cent rates hike. And paying more doesn't necessarily mean ratepayers will get things like a library in Rototuna or destination playgrounds, its aim is to knock the books into shape.
What are your thoughts? Is our city in need of a rates … View more
Hamilton mayor Andrew King has proposed a 16.5 per cent rates hike. And paying more doesn't necessarily mean ratepayers will get things like a library in Rototuna or destination playgrounds, its aim is to knock the books into shape.
What are your thoughts? Is our city in need of a rates increase? Read the full story and comment below!
* Please write NFP if you do not want your comments published *

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2553 days ago

Mary Poppins flies into Claudelands

Business Manager from Hamilton Operatic Society Inc

Come and witness Mary fly across the rooftops in this all-new production by Hamilton Operatic Society. On for a strictly limited season at Claudelands Arena this November and December. Check performance dates here. Book now so you don't miss out! Book tickets

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2554 days ago

Ultrafast Fibre planning advances for Te Kowhai & Rotokauri

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

The roll out of high-speed fibre broadband by Ultrafast Fibre (UFF) to Rotokauri and Te Kowhai is entering the design stage.

Once completed, the additional fibre infrastructure will mean high-speed data access for thousands of homes and businesses.

The additional network expansion is a joint… View more
The roll out of high-speed fibre broadband by Ultrafast Fibre (UFF) to Rotokauri and Te Kowhai is entering the design stage.

Once completed, the additional fibre infrastructure will mean high-speed data access for thousands of homes and businesses.

The additional network expansion is a joint venture between UFF and the Government’s Crown Infrastructure Partners agency.

UFF Chief Executive, William Hamilton, says the demand for fibre is continuing to grow, and like other places without fibre, these smaller communities can’t get high speed broadband soon enough.

“We’d like to be able to offer connections to these latest communities immediately, however apart from a few cases where we might be extending an existing build already underway, it is likely to be a couple of years before this latest phase of work is planned and completed,” says Mr Hamilton.

Roll-out completion is scheduled for the end of 2019.

However, he says these communities can plan with certainty that they are included in Ultra-fast Broadband roll out.

As well as Te Kowhai and Rotokauri, there are other areas to be covered as part of the UFB2+ programme. They are: Omokoroa, Matapihi and Aongatete in the Bay of Plenty; Tamahere/Matangi/Tauwhare Pa, Tauwhare, Cambridge North, Hautapu, Kihikihi, Templeview, Tirau and Parkdale in Waikato; and The Mercade and Brixton in Taranaki.

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2554 days ago

Gordonton Garden Jaunt

Glenda from Ngaruawahia

Reminder Peps!
Today from 2-5pm come and get your Christmas photo taken with friends and family at Fermanagh Gardens 57 Piako Road. Stroll around the picturesque gardens while supporting the 'Local Girls' in their quest to raise money for OXFAM. Gate Tickets available, come along and … View more
Reminder Peps!
Today from 2-5pm come and get your Christmas photo taken with friends and family at Fermanagh Gardens 57 Piako Road. Stroll around the picturesque gardens while supporting the 'Local Girls' in their quest to raise money for OXFAM. Gate Tickets available, come along and Enjoy!

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2554 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

Do you have the 'awesomest' neighbour in town? We want to hear all about them.

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that … View more
Do you have the 'awesomest' neighbour in town? We want to hear all about them.

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2554 days ago

Want a chance to win a $1000 Gift Card?

New World

That's right, at your local New World, you could win a $1000 Gift Card. Every $40 you spend when you scan your Clubcard gives you another entry to unwrap an even merrier Christmas. T&Cs apply. Learn more

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2555 days ago

Doing the prep well - with FREE cleaners!

Resene

The key to a successful painting project, is to do the prep well. And to help you get your prep done right first time, Resene has a free cleaners offer for you....

Buy 10L or more of any Resene 10L premium paint, primer or sealer at your local Resene owned ColorShop and we’ll give you your … View more
The key to a successful painting project, is to do the prep well. And to help you get your prep done right first time, Resene has a free cleaners offer for you....

Buy 10L or more of any Resene 10L premium paint, primer or sealer at your local Resene owned ColorShop and we’ll give you your choice of 4L Resene Moss & Mould Killer, Resene Paint Prep and Housewash, Resene Deep Clean, Resene Roof and Metal Wash, or Resene Timber and Deck Wash $29.90 FREE! Just show this message at your local Resene ColorShop.
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Offer valid until 30 November 2017 or while stocks last. Limit 1 free item per household.
Check out Resene cleaners

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2556 days ago

Egg cartons

Sharee from Te Kowhai

Heya does anyone have any spare egg cartons? Mainly after cartons that hold 12 as I have plenty of other ones. TIA

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