Whatawhata, Hamilton

1410 days ago

Razor blades in the walls....

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

Has anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a… View moreHas anyone ever seen something like the image below in an older Kiwi home? Does anyone remember them from their childhood? These strange slots allowed you to rid yourself of an old razor and never think of it again...but it also meant, years down the track, that someone renovating would be in for a nasty, rusty surprise.
I'm certain I've seen something like this here in Aotearoa-NZ, but can't for the life of me recall where. It was in the back of the medicine cupboard. Let us know if you've seen, had - or have - one in your home.

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1409 days ago

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Becoming an Age Friendly Business Implementation Guide is now available on our website, providing practical guidance for businesses, services and communities interested in putting an age friendly business programme in place in their city or stores.

If you are thinking about developing an Age friendly Business programme or have more questions about how to get involved, get in touch with us at osc@msd.govt.nz.

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1411 days ago

Keep up with the latest America's Cup action

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Who's foiling and who's failing?

Stuff's America's Cup correspondent Duncan Johnstone brings you all the action from on and off the water, delivered to your inbox every Monday.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter (for free) here.

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1420 days ago

Monarch caterpillars

Christine from Pukete

If anyone has an excess of monarch caterpillars and no food for them you are welcome to message me and I can take them for you as I have a hued tree with o caterpillars on it plus thee smaller trees.

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1411 days ago

Grooves up or down? Decking debate settled

Kylie Klein Nixon Reporter from Homed

The great kiwi deck, every home should have one. But there's a decking debate raging in DIY and Reno circles: Should the grooves go up or down?
We think we've settled the argument here.

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1411 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
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1411 days ago

Te Kowhai News January issue....

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

A bumper edition, wahoo!
- Meet Celia Williamson, founder of Excite Music and Arts Academy and local to the area.
- Ruffle Road intersection ruffles feathers.
- Memories with Tom Bennett by Shirley Warner.
- Photos from our local schools and day care centres.
- Paint an alpaca in the paddock series… View more
A bumper edition, wahoo!
- Meet Celia Williamson, founder of Excite Music and Arts Academy and local to the area.
- Ruffle Road intersection ruffles feathers.
- Memories with Tom Bennett by Shirley Warner.
- Photos from our local schools and day care centres.
- Paint an alpaca in the paddock series on now!
- Heaps of other events and articles for the west Waikato.

Read it online here or grab a copy from Te Kowhai Store or Whatawhata Tavern. Send your stories and photos through to tekowhainews@gmail.com

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1411 days ago

Which Hamilton sites do you think need a mural?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A Palmerston North artist is getting a 90-metre-long canvas in Hamilton.

Gemma Yiannoutsos has been chosen to transform a retaining wall near Victoria Bridge.

Read more here. Can you think of other spots in Hamilton that could do with a mural?

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1412 days ago

Come visit and nurture a conversation

Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help … View more
Gathering together during the holidays can lead us to notice changes in our loved ones and their needs, especially if there has been some time between visits.

Starting a conversation about care isn’t always easy but like many things, sometimes you just need to take the first step.

To help nurture those conversations, we invite you to our Care Centre Open Days at your local Ryman village. A tour will give you first-hand experience of our village communities and the exceptional care we provide. Care options include the extra support of a serviced apartment, resthome, hospital and specialist dementia care.
Find out more

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1412 days ago

riding lessons/children or adults available

Jill from Pirongia - Karamu

experienced capable horsewomen (Pirongia)happy to give lessons to children or adults, preferably with your own mount but we can supply one small pony for under 10's. Also happy to travel to customers if required. please contact me for more details

1412 days ago

Home-based Childcare

Kathryn from Grandview Heights

Hi are you looking ahead for childcare with low ratio's, a caring environment and a home away from home for your child then private message me for more details.
I have a full-time space coming available in May 2021 for any age up to 5 years old.
Based in Grandview Heights.
References … View more
Hi are you looking ahead for childcare with low ratio's, a caring environment and a home away from home for your child then private message me for more details.
I have a full-time space coming available in May 2021 for any age up to 5 years old.
Based in Grandview Heights.
References available.

Price: $123

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1414 days ago

Omotto Heavy Game Fishing Game Rod

Kim from Dinsdale

New Omotto Heavy Game Fishing Game Rod never been used selling on behalf of a friend. Excellent condition.

Price: $900

1414 days ago

Get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the … View more
Buy Resene Premium Paints, Wood Stains, Primers, Sealers, Wallpaper, Decorating Accessories and Cleaning Products and get the GST value (15% off the full retail price) off the normal price. Plus if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder, get an extra 5% off - Hurry offer ends soon!

Discounts off the normal retail price at your local Resene owned ColorShop and participating reseller until 2 February 2021. Paint offers are also available at Mitre 10 MEGA and selected Mitre 10 stores. Excludes WallPrint, decals, Crown, trade and industrial products, PaintWise levy and account sales.

If you don't have a Resene DIY Card, sign up free online or while you are in store.

Happy decorating!
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1414 days ago

Smiths City BYOD Sorted

Smiths City

Dreaming of the kids being back at school? Start planning for it today. Find out more

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1414 days ago

How to create your own blackboard city

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Rapa

Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. … View more
Create your own mini city, using wood offcuts and Resene FX Blackboard Paint for hours of playing fun for your children. When they’re not busy playing with them, use them to decorate the top of drawers or a window sill.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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