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2685 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!
  • 17.8% 1) Oakura Playcentre - New Plymouth
    17.8% Complete
  • 43.4% 2) Waipu Cove Surf Life Saving Club
    43.4% Complete
  • 24.5% 3) Helen Anderson Trust - Christchurch
    24.5% Complete
  • 7.4% 4) Community beautification project - Rotorua
    7.4% Complete
  • 6.9% 5) Thames Bridge Club - Thames
    6.9% Complete
1531 votes
2685 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!
  • 12.4% 1) Communicare - Auckland
    12.4% Complete
  • 16.9% 2) NZ Disability Karate Association - Wellington
    16.9% Complete
  • 30.1% 3) Cholmondeley Children's Centre - Canterbury
    30.1% Complete
  • 29.3% 4) Fire & Emergency Operational Support Unit - Wellington
    29.3% Complete
  • 11.2% 5) Kai Rotorua
    11.2% Complete
1477 votes
2687 days ago

Do you support the teachers' strike?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you think primary teachers and principals should be striking? Thousands of teachers have taken industrial action on Wednesday, with dozens of rallies planned around the country. They aim to gain attention for better pay, conditions and incentives to attract new teachers. Although about 30,000 people in the profession are involved in the strike, not everyone agrees with it.

So, what are your thoughts on the strike? Do you think teachers deserve better pay? Or should they have stayed around the negotiating table for longer? Are you a teacher or parent with views on the topic? Let us know in the replies!

(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2694 days ago

Poll: Should McD's ditch plastic straws?

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hamilton Press

Morning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers … View moreMorning neighbours! Our front page story today features three Hamilton high schoolers who made a plea to fast food giant McDonald's to adopt a 'straw on request' policy, but the burger chain shrugged off the request. Do you think it's reasonable for staff to ask customers whether they want a straw rather than automatically dishing them out with every drink? Let us know in the poll and comments below, but please refrain from negative discussion.
*PLEASE WRITE NFP IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR OPINIONS PUBLISHED*

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Should McD's ditch plastic straws?
  • 79.7% Yes! Plastic is not fantastic
    79.7% Complete
  • 17.2% No! Straws are a necessity
    17.2% Complete
  • 3.1% I'm undecided
    3.1% Complete
64 votes
2686 days ago

Submissions open for Proposed Waikato District Plan

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The community can now make a submission regarding Waikato District Council’s Proposed Plan.

Key changes between the current Operative Plan and the Proposed Plan include:

• The adding of around 60 heritage sites and buildings, along with 16 notable trees to their respective lists. The … View more
The community can now make a submission regarding Waikato District Council’s Proposed Plan.

Key changes between the current Operative Plan and the Proposed Plan include:

• The adding of around 60 heritage sites and buildings, along with 16 notable trees to their respective lists. The rules have been amended to provide for ongoing maintenance and care or repair.
• A consistent residential zone and redeveloped village zone, along with three business zones. Additional residential zone areas have also been created in Tuakau, Pokeno, Te Kowhai, Taupiri, Ngaruawahia and Horotiu to allow for growth, along with an additional industrial zoned area in Huntly.
• Under the Taangata Whenua chapter, flexible provisions have been created that give more options for those with Maaori Freehold Land.

Community drop-in sessions will be held in August and September throughout the district - find out more here.
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2686 days ago

Want to make a real difference in your community?

Vision West

Be part of an award-winning organisation making a real difference in the community. Support workers are needed to assist clients in their own homes with housework, shopping, meal preparation and showering.

Guaranteed part-time hours and casual positions available. Full drivers licence and … View more
Be part of an award-winning organisation making a real difference in the community. Support workers are needed to assist clients in their own homes with housework, shopping, meal preparation and showering.

Guaranteed part-time hours and casual positions available. Full drivers licence and reliable vehicle, good communication skills with clear spoken English and New Zealand residency or valid work permit essential. Starting rate from $19.80 per hour.

APPLY TODAY

Email midlands.recruitment@visionwest.org.nz or phone the recruitment line on 07 846 1890.
Find out more!

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2702 days ago

Poos

The Editor from Te Kowhai Newsletter

I've been contacted by a coach from a children's rugby team who regularly plays at Te Kowhai Village Green (the park opposite the dairy).

They've asked that I send a note out to all community members who take their dogs to the park and ask for you to PLEASE pick up your dog mess.
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I've been contacted by a coach from a children's rugby team who regularly plays at Te Kowhai Village Green (the park opposite the dairy).

They've asked that I send a note out to all community members who take their dogs to the park and ask for you to PLEASE pick up your dog mess.

It is becoming a real problem apparently. Children are ending up getting muckier than they planned when playing sports.

Please be a tidy community member and clean up your dog poo.

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2687 days ago

Calling Kiwi kids who dig gardening!

T&G

Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around … View more
Have you got your entry in for the Young Gardener of the Year Awards yet? It’s time for budding young gardeners across the country to share their passion for growing fresh, nutritious food!

Judged by Chef Al Brown and Gardener Dan Mackay, there are four categories that primary schools around the country can enter.

The T&G Passion for Growing Award is open to ALL primary schools nationwide that have a veggie garden to recognise gardening achievements.

Prizes for the winning school include a free online membership to the Garden to Table programme, a garden design by Dan Mackay, GARDENA accessories and a tree from T&G.

So encourage your local primary school to get stuck in, it’s super quick and easy to enter.

Supported by T&G and Garden to Table.
Find out more

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2688 days ago

Where can I learn how to apply make-up?

Shuifang from Dinsdale

Hi, I want to learn how to apply make-up, just on myself, but not sure where I can learn?? I know there are tons of videos available, but still would like some help. Fraser High used to offer adult class on make up, but they are not doing it anymore. Any ideas. Thanks.

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2688 days ago

KANGEN WATER

Syrina from Nawton

Kangen Water Demo 5.30 Tonight
GNCC Cnr Dominion & Breckons Ave
SEE YOU ALL THERE
or text 021 2600 992 for more info

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2688 days ago

KANGEN WATER

Syrina from Nawton

Ata Marie BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE
We ARE SO BLESSED FINALLY an ANSWER
JOIN US TONIGHT at the
GNCC Cnr Dominion Rd & Breckons Ave NAWTON
at 5.30 for
a LIVE KANGEN WATER DEMO
or
Text FREE KANGEN WATER on 0212600992
YOU are TOTALLY WORTH IT or
#Changeyourwater #Changeyourlife

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2698 days ago

Got your Get Growing?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on cat-proofing raised beds, pruning roses, sowing seeds for flower power in your garden this summer, planting strawberries and growing peas. Check out our lists of 10 crops you can sow undercover now to get a head-start on spring and 10 … View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on cat-proofing raised beds, pruning roses, sowing seeds for flower power in your garden this summer, planting strawberries and growing peas. Check out our lists of 10 crops you can sow undercover now to get a head-start on spring and 10 plants you can grow to feed the birds, plus join our campaign to create bird-friendly suburbs across New Zealand and get some free native plant seed from NZ Seeds! We also have a fabulous prize pack from Grosafe, copies of the latest issue of NZ Gardener and double passes to the 2018 New Zealand Flower & Garden Show.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Best of all, it's free! Click on the link to subscribe.

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2688 days ago

Wayne's eggs for sale

Heike from Te Kowhai

Hi, for sale are now eggs at 451 Horotiu Rd. They are free range, Wayne from down the road is selling them. Please bring spare egg cartoons and swap over. $5 a cartoon

Price: $5

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