Te Kowhai, Hamilton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2880 days ago

Don't miss your chance to win!

Roadshow Films

Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, … View more
Looking for something to do in the holidays? Why not check out RED DOG: True Blue!

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2884 days ago

Hamilton Press missed delivery

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours, if you missed your last issue of the Hamilton Press, through non-delivery, please log the incident on the link below:
docs.google.com...

2897 days ago

NEW YORK NEW YORK

Lisa Mackiintosh from

Discover the new year in the city that never sleeps, New York. Arguably one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the world with world class shopping, amazing attractions and countless adventures to be had. Fun and Excitement guaranteed.
Package includes:
Return economy class Airfares flying… View more
Discover the new year in the city that never sleeps, New York. Arguably one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the world with world class shopping, amazing attractions and countless adventures to be had. Fun and Excitement guaranteed.
Package includes:
Return economy class Airfares flying Air New Zealand
3 nights Accommodation at the Manhattan NYC, An Affinia Hotel
Additional nights from just $118.00 NZD per night
Starting at just $2844.00 per person
For this and other great offers
Email waikato@mondotravel.co.nz or phone 0800 110 108
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2886 days ago

Christmas Eve Carols at The Point Ngaruawahia

Glenda from Ngaruawahia

Join us at 6.30 families to celebrate Christmas 2016 at The Point Ngaruawahia.
Bring your friends, families and a rug to enjoy the atmosphere.

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2888 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.

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2887 days ago

Te Kowhai Social Touch Rugby

Sarah from Te Kowhai

Social Touch Rugby is on this THURSDAY, the last time for the year, at the Village Green (off Willowbrook). No need to organise a team, just jump on the field.

5:30-6pm: Kids & Adults
6-7pm: Just the adults

2888 days ago

Te Kowhai District Newsletter - got any photos or stories to share?

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

The next issue of the newsletter is due out in January and the copy / advertising deadline will be 5pm Monday 9 January.

If you've got some photos of your sparkly Christmas letterbox, a sports champion in your family who you're particularly proud of, a good-deed-do'er in your … View more
The next issue of the newsletter is due out in January and the copy / advertising deadline will be 5pm Monday 9 January.

If you've got some photos of your sparkly Christmas letterbox, a sports champion in your family who you're particularly proud of, a good-deed-do'er in your street or just anything you think deserves a mention, please get in touch.

You can email me on tekowhainews@gmail.com or call me on 0220 166 828.

The newsletter will be distributed from Monday 16 January onwards and posted on www.neigbourly.co.nz... .

Till then, have a wonderful, safe Christmas and New Year. See you in 2017!

2888 days ago

Get decorating and $ave the GST!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017. Learn more

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2893 days ago

Hamilton Gardens sprout new playground

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Afternoon everyone,

It's been a busy week for destination playgrounds - the latest to open is at Hamilton Gardens. The children seem to love it!

What do you think of it?

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2889 days ago

Win one of 10 double passes to the ultimate family movie!

Roadshow Films

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2890 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
2890 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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2893 days ago

Where will you go?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
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Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.

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2893 days ago

Some important dates and changes over the holidays.

Noel Smith from Noel Smith Councillor - Newcastle Ward

Refuse and recycling collections over the festive season will occur one day later than usual.

Residents will need to put their refuse and recycling out one day later than usual for the weeks starting Monday 26 December and Monday 2 January.

By Monday 9 January, services will return to … View more
Refuse and recycling collections over the festive season will occur one day later than usual.

Residents will need to put their refuse and recycling out one day later than usual for the weeks starting Monday 26 December and Monday 2 January.

By Monday 9 January, services will return to normal.

Council offices are open until 3pm on 23 December and reopen on 4 January.

There is a close-down period for the Council's consents teams.
From 20 December to 10 January, Building and Resource Consents are closed.

From 24 December to 16 January, Land Information Memoranda (LIM) and Development Contribution reconsiderations are closed.

This statutory close-down period means that application processing clocks will stop. If you want an urgent LIM before Christmas it needs to be in before 12pm on 19 December.

Happy holidays everyone.

2894 days ago

Activate

Rachel Roberts from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.

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