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.

M
2819 days ago

School Desks and Chairs For Sale

Megan from Horsham Downs

We have upgraded our classroom furniture and now have several school desks and chairs for sale.
$5 per desk, $7 for a desk and a chair.
Be quick, sold on a first in first served basis.
School office hours are 8.30am - 3pm, or by appointment.

Kind Regards,
Horotiu School
Horotiu Bridge … View more
We have upgraded our classroom furniture and now have several school desks and chairs for sale.
$5 per desk, $7 for a desk and a chair.
Be quick, sold on a first in first served basis.
School office hours are 8.30am - 3pm, or by appointment.

Kind Regards,
Horotiu School
Horotiu Bridge Rd

Price: $5

Image
2791 days ago

Survival on the Road

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours! Out of more than 400 votes on our changing a tyre poll, 59 per cent of you said you can confidently change a tyre on your car. For the 13 per cent who couldn't (like me) or for those who need a refresher, check out out latest reporter challenge by clicking the link below!

Image
2798 days ago

Poll: Changing a tyre

Reporter Hamilton Press

I have a confession - before last week I did not know how to change a car tyre. Turns out, a lot of females in my office also do not know how. We can't be alone here - who is confident in changing their car tyres if ever in a sticky situation (no cell service, no passers-by etc). Honest … View moreI have a confession - before last week I did not know how to change a car tyre. Turns out, a lot of females in my office also do not know how. We can't be alone here - who is confident in changing their car tyres if ever in a sticky situation (no cell service, no passers-by etc). Honest answers!

Image
Changing a tyre
  • 57.1% I can confidently change a tyre
    57.1% Complete
  • 28.3% I have some knowledge of changing a tyre
    28.3% Complete
  • 14.5% I would not be able to change my tyre
    14.5% Complete
448 votes
2797 days ago

Poll: One-way door policy in our city

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

The Waikato District Health Board, backed by the police, have renewed their support for a one-way door policy governing Hamilton's restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs.
But it could take more than six months before Hamilton City Council can revisit the idea. What are your thoughts? Should … View more
The Waikato District Health Board, backed by the police, have renewed their support for a one-way door policy governing Hamilton's restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs.
But it could take more than six months before Hamilton City Council can revisit the idea. What are your thoughts? Should Hamilton have a 1am exit-only policy? Vote in our poll and comment below.
*Please write NFP if you do not want your comments printed*
Read the full story at: www.stuff.co.nz...

Image
One-way door policy in our city
  • 72.1% Yes - bars should be exit only after 1am in the CBD
    72.1% Complete
  • 24.4% No - the current closure of 3am is fine
    24.4% Complete
  • 3.5% Undecided/Other - comment below
    3.5% Complete
402 votes
2792 days ago

Help baby kiwis with Operation Nest Egg!

SuperValue New Zealand

SuperValue Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local … View moreSuperValue Supermarkets are helping the Willowbank Kiwi Breeding programme to set up a new crèche for little kiwis as part of the Operation Nest Egg. SuperValue and FreshChoice have donated $5,000 to help give a head start to building the new kiwi pens. You can help too by donating at your local SuperValue supermarket from the 20th March until the 23rd April 2017! Learn more

Image
2794 days ago

Great Community Clean Up is back!

The Warehouse New Zealand

This is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a … View moreThis is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Official 2017 Great Community Clean Up Events take place between 27 April and 3 May. Register your event now and be in to WIN! Learn more

Image
2794 days ago

Advice?

Sharee from Te Kowhai

Heya I am looking for some advice on fundraising. I have a close friend whose 3 month old son has been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and a heart murmur. She needs to raise 20k to buy him a vest that will help him in the long term. Do you know anyone that could help us achieve this goal?

Thanks … View more
Heya I am looking for some advice on fundraising. I have a close friend whose 3 month old son has been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis and a heart murmur. She needs to raise 20k to buy him a vest that will help him in the long term. Do you know anyone that could help us achieve this goal?

Thanks for your time.

2795 days ago

Dog walking and at home pet sitting services

Nikole from Te Kowhai

We offer dog walking and at home pet sitting services to the hamilton/ waikato area. Contact us at dogsdayout.ham@gmail.com for further information!.

2795 days ago

Youths wanted to help spend $10,000

Noel Smith from Noel Smith Councillor - Newcastle Ward

Waikato District Council is looking for young people with an interest in their community to take a lead in bringing ideas for youth projects and events to their local community boards and committees.

The Council has received $10,000 funding from the Ministry of Social Development to support the … View more
Waikato District Council is looking for young people with an interest in their community to take a lead in bringing ideas for youth projects and events to their local community boards and committees.

The Council has received $10,000 funding from the Ministry of Social Development to support the establishment of volunteer ‘youth action groups’ with representatives on local community boards and committees in Ngaruawahia, Huntly, Te Kauwhata, Tuakau, Onewhero, Raglan and Tamahere.

Groups established within the community could be supported with a budget of up to $1,000 each to design, develop and run community based youth projects between now and the end of June.

If you would like to join a youth action group in your area, contact Shannon Kelly on 027 405 6450.

Top