Temple View, Hamilton

39 days ago

Adults Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Discover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range… View moreDiscover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range of art materials. This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed - just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment. With a limit of only 8 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience and meet some amazing people along the way.

Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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39 days ago

Treasured Book Workshop Series

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Create your own treasure book in this eight-week Hamilton workshop. Choose your cover, pick your papers, and learn simple book-binding techniques to craft a one-of-a-kind keepsake filled with pockets, textures, and space for your stories.

This workshop is all about slowing down, exploring new … View more
Create your own treasure book in this eight-week Hamilton workshop. Choose your cover, pick your papers, and learn simple book-binding techniques to craft a one-of-a-kind keepsake filled with pockets, textures, and space for your stories.

This workshop is all about slowing down, exploring new skills, and enjoying time just for you.
A relaxed, creative space to make something meaningful and uniquely yours.

Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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39 days ago

What are your dos and don'ts for a beach visit?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Is it a good idea to bring a box of beers to the beach? How about a box of fireworks? Or a boombox?
Or how about a box with an embroidery kit in it. Or a book? Or a deck of cards?

What are your dos and don'ts for a beach visit? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't … View more
Is it a good idea to bring a box of beers to the beach? How about a box of fireworks? Or a boombox?
Or how about a box with an embroidery kit in it. Or a book? Or a deck of cards?

What are your dos and don'ts for a beach visit? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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40 days ago

Art in the Making

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Hands-On Art Workshops Hamilton – Learn 2D & 3D Art

Looking for art workshops in Hamilton? Our hands-on art workshops are perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to learn new art techniques and grow their creativity. In these workshops, you’ll learn 2D 3D skills using a wide range of art… View more
Hands-On Art Workshops Hamilton – Learn 2D & 3D Art

Looking for art workshops in Hamilton? Our hands-on art workshops are perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to learn new art techniques and grow their creativity. In these workshops, you’ll learn 2D 3D skills using a wide range of art materials, while building confidence and developing your artistic abilities.


Whether you want to learn new skills, grow your creativity, or enjoy a full hands-on art workshop, these art workshops in Hamilton are the perfect place to start. Enrol now and start learning!

Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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40 days ago

From rugged campsite to 7.5ha resort

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Grant Kilby has always loved camping. His mum was director of health at the YMCA, and he would attend YMCA camps in the school holidays. “I think it was mandatory that I was there,” he jokes.

He went on camping holidays with his parents, and later, took his own kids.
“Camping’s been in … View more
Grant Kilby has always loved camping. His mum was director of health at the YMCA, and he would attend YMCA camps in the school holidays. “I think it was mandatory that I was there,” he jokes.

He went on camping holidays with his parents, and later, took his own kids.
“Camping’s been in my blood.”

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47 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 78.9% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    78.9% Complete
  • 21.1% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    21.1% Complete
1462 votes
40 days ago

Do you pay by credit, or with Paywave?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A small bookshop owner who has been using her own superannuation to keep her business afloat says the Government’s proposed surcharge ban will leave small businesses worse off.

The Government announced in July they would axe surcharge fees for in-store payments by May 2026 following a Commerce… View more
A small bookshop owner who has been using her own superannuation to keep her business afloat says the Government’s proposed surcharge ban will leave small businesses worse off.

The Government announced in July they would axe surcharge fees for in-store payments by May 2026 following a Commerce Commission decision to reduce interchange fees paid by businesses to accept Visa and Mastercard payments.

Do you pay by credit, or with Paywave? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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41 days ago

Homeschoolers Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Looking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of … View more
Looking for a homeschool art class that’s fun, engaging, and hands-on? Our Homeschool Art Class is designed for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive environment.
Each week, children experiment with a variety of materials, learn new artistic techniques, and discover fresh ways to express themselves. They develop their skills, grow their confidence, and create beautiful, original artworks along the way.


No prior experience is needed. All materials, equipment, and aprons are supplied for group classes, making it easy for your child to jump straight into the fun.

Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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42 days ago

Adults Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Discover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range… View moreDiscover the benefits of art making at Arts for Health. Our Wednesday art therapy class offers a creative, relaxing escape. Guided by Scarlett, you'll engage in artful activities designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself as you paint, draw, design and experiment with a wide range of art materials. This art therapy class is ideal for adults, no experience is needed - just bring yourself, and we’ll provide all materials and equipment. With a limit of only 8 participants, you'll enjoy a personalised experience and meet some amazing people along the way.

Book now at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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42 days ago

Acrylic Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

This is a small adult class of only 8 people. Is is suitable for those who are new or returning to acrylic painting. Whether you're a eager to learn the basics or someone with experience looking to develop your skills, these sessions offer guidance, creative freedom, and a welcoming space to … View moreThis is a small adult class of only 8 people. Is is suitable for those who are new or returning to acrylic painting. Whether you're a eager to learn the basics or someone with experience looking to develop your skills, these sessions offer guidance, creative freedom, and a welcoming space to grow as an acrylic painter.

Explore acrylic painting to build your art skills, meet new people and gain confidence in this field. Treat yourself.


Book at www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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43 days ago

Create a Stunning Stain Feature Wall with Resene Colorwood

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hamilton

Transform your living room into a work of art with Resene Colorwood wood stains. Find out how to create your own stain feature wall with these easy step by step instructions.

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43 days ago

Discover the Healing Power of Nutrient Infusion: 60 Healing Recipes

Cordwainer from Melville

Discover the Healing Power of Nutrient Infusion: 60 Healing Recipes

Hardback, 212 pages, excellent condition.

Nutrient infusion happens when you pulverize fruit and vegetables, skins seeds and nuts to mine vital ingredients and unleash essential vitamins and minerals from your everyday … View more
Discover the Healing Power of Nutrient Infusion: 60 Healing Recipes

Hardback, 212 pages, excellent condition.

Nutrient infusion happens when you pulverize fruit and vegetables, skins seeds and nuts to mine vital ingredients and unleash essential vitamins and minerals from your everyday food. When you break down the cell walls of your food, you make nutrients more readily available for absorption and infusion into your body. With Nutrient Infusion you can make the most delicious, potent, nutrient packed superfoods you have ever tasted.

You retain 100 percent of the fibre, vitamins and minerals to build strong bones, healthy organs and vigorous cells, and naturally power your body and mind.

Price: $10

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52 days ago

Rotten fish attack the ‘health and safety’ incident that closed Thames Info Centre

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The Thames Information Centre was forced to close its doors after a woman was doused in what “appears to have been rotten fish”.

News of the closure was first shared via a social media post from the Thames Business Association, saying the centre had to be closed after a “health and safety … View more
The Thames Information Centre was forced to close its doors after a woman was doused in what “appears to have been rotten fish”.

News of the closure was first shared via a social media post from the Thames Business Association, saying the centre had to be closed after a “health and safety incident”.

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46 days ago

Poll: Do you want Te Huia to continue?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The future funding of Hamilton’s Te Huia rail link to Auckland is now in the hands of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).

But any decisions coming from the NZTA’s board won’t be made until it meets again in February after the Waikato Regional Council voted unanimously to send it a … View more
The future funding of Hamilton’s Te Huia rail link to Auckland is now in the hands of the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).

But any decisions coming from the NZTA’s board won’t be made until it meets again in February after the Waikato Regional Council voted unanimously to send it a letter asking for an extension of Te Huia’s trial period for an extra year with the same levels of funding.

Do you want Te Huia to continue? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you want Te Huia to continue?
  • 80.3% Yes
    80.3% Complete
  • 19.7% No
    19.7% Complete
66 votes
74 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours … View more
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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