Waikato Hospital, Hamilton

61 days ago

Altered Book Workshop Series Reimagined Treasures

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Altered Book Workshop – 6 Weeks of Creative Exploration in Hamilton

Looking for a creative outlet this spring? Join our 6-week Altered Book Workshop at Arts for Health Hamilton and discover how to transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small … View more
Altered Book Workshop – 6 Weeks of Creative Exploration in Hamilton

Looking for a creative outlet this spring? Join our 6-week Altered Book Workshop at Arts for Health Hamilton and discover how to transform an old book into a unique piece of art that you can fill with your writing, small keepsakes and treasures. With the guidance of tutor Liz, an experienced passionate about about altered books, you’ll learn how to prepare your book as well as create storage areas and embellishments you can insert into your book. Liz will guide you in techniques use to obtain pages with texture and colour and bursting with a bit of YOU.

Book Your Place Now
Spaces are limited and this popular workshop will fill quickly.
Book today and secure your place.

Cost: $85
Bring: A book to alter – all other materials provided
Who: Adults only

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

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67 days ago

Exterior house cleaning

Dianne from Hamilton East

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Can anyone recommend a firm who cleans exteriors of homes.
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61 days ago

Friday Watercolour Classs

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Step into a peaceful studio and enjoy time just for you in our friendly water colour class. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.

Each week, you’ll explore watercolour techniques like:
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Step into a peaceful studio and enjoy time just for you in our friendly water colour class. Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a creative hobby, this is your space to relax, learn, and play with colour.

Each week, you’ll explore watercolour techniques like:
Washes, wet-on-wet, and dry-brush effects
How to mix and control colour

Building light and texture in your work

There’s no rush, no pressure—just expert guidance in a small group (max 8 people), where you’ll feel supported and encouraged to try things at your own pace.

Starts Friday 10th October - 28th November
9.30am -11.30am, 8 weeks $185
Tutor - Jennifer Park

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

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62 days ago

Sarah Thomson pledges to cut consultant use by a third at Hamilton City Council

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson says she will cut the city council’s consultancy spend by one-third over the next three years if she is elected to Hamilton’s top job.

“In the last financial year, the council spent $36.8 million on consultant costs, with most of this related to … View more
Mayoral candidate Sarah Thomson says she will cut the city council’s consultancy spend by one-third over the next three years if she is elected to Hamilton’s top job.

“In the last financial year, the council spent $36.8 million on consultant costs, with most of this related to infrastructure projects,” Thomson said, announcing the campaign pledge on Monday.

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62 days ago

Did you know about the stadium under construction in Matamata?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Matamata’s long-awaited stadium is rising fast, leading the way for community-school partnerships in rural New Zealand.

The $11.1M project, Te Whare Whakapakari, is taking shape on Matamata College grounds and represents a unique partnership between Matamata-Piako District Council, the … View more
Matamata’s long-awaited stadium is rising fast, leading the way for community-school partnerships in rural New Zealand.

The $11.1M project, Te Whare Whakapakari, is taking shape on Matamata College grounds and represents a unique partnership between Matamata-Piako District Council, the Ministry of Education, Sport Waikato and the local community.

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62 days ago

Rototuna boil water notice lifted, but 'we may never know the exact cause'

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

A boil water notice covering north-east Hamilton has been lifted after three days of clear tests, but the cause remains a mystery.
Residents can now go back to using tap water, though there are some steps to take first.

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62 days ago

Friend’s fears for missing teacher

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Whānau and friends searching for missing Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che Dean say the normally outgoing and social man was known to “go off grid“ from time to time but concern for his wellbeing is growing after he missed the first day of the new school term.

On Monday morning, around 80 to 100 … View more
Whānau and friends searching for missing Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che Dean say the normally outgoing and social man was known to “go off grid“ from time to time but concern for his wellbeing is growing after he missed the first day of the new school term.

On Monday morning, around 80 to 100 people gathered at the location where Dean, 36, was last seen on the night of Tuesday, September 30 - a popular off-the-beaten-track swimming spot known as ‘hot-cold stream’, about a 20 minute drive south of Rotorua at Waiotapu.

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62 days ago

Bird poo? What could be behind north Hamilton’s boil water notice

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Councils need to get water treatment “perfect” to avoid “severe outcomes”, says a water scientist.

But the results were less than perfect for Hamilton City on Saturday, with one sample testing positive for the faecal contamination indicator E coli. Monday tested clear, but the same was … View more
Councils need to get water treatment “perfect” to avoid “severe outcomes”, says a water scientist.

But the results were less than perfect for Hamilton City on Saturday, with one sample testing positive for the faecal contamination indicator E coli. Monday tested clear, but the same was needed until Tuesday before a boil water notice could be lifted.

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69 days ago

Are you following election news?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

An animal rights campaigner, a scientist, a “man of faith”, a retired treaty constitution lawyer, and an “anti-corruption officer”.

There’s a diverse bunch who are having a crack at getting themselves elected Hamilton’s next mayor.

Are you following election news? Tell us your … View more
An animal rights campaigner, a scientist, a “man of faith”, a retired treaty constitution lawyer, and an “anti-corruption officer”.

There’s a diverse bunch who are having a crack at getting themselves elected Hamilton’s next mayor.

Are you following election news? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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63 days ago

Harkness Henry marks 150 years

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The city of Hamilton was barely more than a muddy river town when Harkness Henry opened its doors in 1875.

A century and a half later, the law firm has seen everything from handwritten deeds to artificial intelligence.

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63 days ago

Have you bought footwear here?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

For decades, a big orange boot has sat on top of a shopfront on Grey Street in Hamilton East.

It’s the symbol of Collins Footwear - one of Waikato’s last independent shoe shops, and a business about to change hands after 43 years.

Have you bought footwear here? Tell us more in the … View more
For decades, a big orange boot has sat on top of a shopfront on Grey Street in Hamilton East.

It’s the symbol of Collins Footwear - one of Waikato’s last independent shoe shops, and a business about to change hands after 43 years.

Have you bought footwear here? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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63 days ago

Professional Art Development Workshops

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

An 8-week professional art development programme for emerging artists who are ready to take the next step in their creative arts journey. Whether you're working towards a future exhibition or simply want more direction and structure, this class is designed to meet you where you're at by:
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An 8-week professional art development programme for emerging artists who are ready to take the next step in their creative arts journey. Whether you're working towards a future exhibition or simply want more direction and structure, this class is designed to meet you where you're at by:

- Developing your individual art practice
- Building a cohesive body of work

- Receiving one-on-one tutor support

- Participating in weekly group critiques.

- Learning how to plan projects,

- Preparing for exhibiting art (if that’s your goal),

- Learning pricing strategies for pricing your work.

- Gaining skills in presenting your work professionally,

- Growing in confidence as an artist.

If you're ready to take the next step in your creative journey, we're here to welcome you to a professional art development workshop that will supercharge your creative practice.

Starting Friday 10th Oct End date 28th Nov
12.30pm - 2.30pm, 8 weeks, $185

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

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63 days ago

Homeschoolers Art Class

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Starting Term 4 from 6th of October

6 - 11 years - Monday 6th of October - 1st December
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185


12- 18 years - Friday 10th October - 28th November
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185

Looking for a fun, hands-on homeschool art class? Our Homeschool Art Class is the … View more
Starting Term 4 from 6th of October

6 - 11 years - Monday 6th of October - 1st December
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185


12- 18 years - Friday 10th October - 28th November
12.30pm-2pm, 8 x Sessions $185

Looking for a fun, hands-on homeschool art class? Our Homeschool Art Class is the perfect way for young artists to explore creativity, build confidence, and connect with other homeschooling families in a supportive, hands on environment.

Book your class www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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63 days ago

Professor ‘Huge Spider’ and the rise of AI cheating at university

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Almost 200 students at the University of Waikato have been caught using AI to cheat in just two-and-a-half-years, and one expert says it could undermine the value of a university qualification.

The Waikato Times can reveal that since the middle of 2023, when the university began collecting data … View more
Almost 200 students at the University of Waikato have been caught using AI to cheat in just two-and-a-half-years, and one expert says it could undermine the value of a university qualification.

The Waikato Times can reveal that since the middle of 2023, when the university began collecting data on “the misuse of Generative AI”, 179 students were caughtusing AI “outside university guidelines”.

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68 days ago

Welcome home! Opening date, first acts for Waikato Regional Theatre revealed

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Save the date: New Zealand’s newest world-class entertainment venue, the Waikato Regional Theatre, will officially open its doors on Monday, January 19.

And one of New Zealand’s best singer-songwriters will be taking part in a first week of events that promises to be a memorable chapter in … View more
Save the date: New Zealand’s newest world-class entertainment venue, the Waikato Regional Theatre, will officially open its doors on Monday, January 19.

And one of New Zealand’s best singer-songwriters will be taking part in a first week of events that promises to be a memorable chapter in Hamilton’s history.

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