Whatawhata, Hamilton

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3195 days ago

Great Community Clean Up is back!

The Warehouse New Zealand

This is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a … View moreThis is your chance to show your community a little love - and to WIN great prizes. Once again, The Warehouse and Neighbourly are encouraging neighbours to get more involved in their neighbourhood by creating a Great Community Clean Up event. It doesn't need to be anything big; picking up a little litter in your street, tidying up your favourite park, or removing bits and bobs from a nearby beach are all great events! Official 2017 Great Community Clean Up Events take place between 27 April and 3 May. Register your event now and be in to WIN! Learn more

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3196 days ago

Dog walking and at home pet sitting services

Nikole from Te Kowhai

We offer dog walking and at home pet sitting services to the hamilton/ waikato area. Contact us at dogsdayout.ham@gmail.com for further information!.

3196 days ago

Youths wanted to help spend $10,000

Noel Smith from Noel Smith Councillor - Newcastle Ward

Waikato District Council is looking for young people with an interest in their community to take a lead in bringing ideas for youth projects and events to their local community boards and committees.

The Council has received $10,000 funding from the Ministry of Social Development to support the … View more
Waikato District Council is looking for young people with an interest in their community to take a lead in bringing ideas for youth projects and events to their local community boards and committees.

The Council has received $10,000 funding from the Ministry of Social Development to support the establishment of volunteer ‘youth action groups’ with representatives on local community boards and committees in Ngaruawahia, Huntly, Te Kauwhata, Tuakau, Onewhero, Raglan and Tamahere.

Groups established within the community could be supported with a budget of up to $1,000 each to design, develop and run community based youth projects between now and the end of June.

If you would like to join a youth action group in your area, contact Shannon Kelly on 027 405 6450.

3197 days ago

Introducing our AMI Community Grant Finalists

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We … View more
This is the last daily showcase of two of our AMI Community Grant finalists, sharing a bit more about the great work that they're doing in Kiwi communities. You can help support these organisations by voting for them to win their share of $20,000.

Under the Stars - Homeless in Tauranga
We are a Charitable Trust feeding the homeless and needy. We supply hygiene necessities, blankets, and clothing for those in need. We are also fortunate to have a hairdresser occasionally on site who gives her services for free. Recently we have begun to hold a drop in afternoon every second Thursday, giving people the opportunity to have a light lunch and a chance to chat. We are hoping to develop this afternoon more by offering a variety of creative arts. The volunteers that commit time and energy towards our meals do so mostly out of their own funds.
VOTE NOW!

Proposed youth centre for Keith Street Wanganui central district
I propose the opening and running of a youth centre based in Keith street or Wanganui cbd. The benefits of having a youth centre in the community will bring together the younger and older generations, so we can learn from each others mistakes and experiences to enhance each other’s lives. We have a mixture of people from different cultures in our society in such a small radius that sometimes we forget about those who really are struggling with life, and they are the most vulnerable people in our society. I want to change that for the better, and help those people that are struggling to survive on the basic benefit or wages. VOTE NOW!
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3197 days ago

Take over some scones!

SuperValue New Zealand

It's almost Neighbours Day! Share the love by bringing over a beautiful batch of Lemonade Scones to your neighbour and share them over a nice warm cuppa or coffee. This scrumptious recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to freshly baked out of the oven! It's the simple gestures that go a… View moreIt's almost Neighbours Day! Share the love by bringing over a beautiful batch of Lemonade Scones to your neighbour and share them over a nice warm cuppa or coffee. This scrumptious recipe only takes 40 minutes from start to freshly baked out of the oven! It's the simple gestures that go a long way. Celebrate Neighbours Day on the 25th and 26th March and surprise the friendly folk living around you with these tasty treats. Check out the recipe!

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3198 days ago

Regional council by-election

Reporter Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours, did you know there is a by-election on for the Hamilton ward of the Waikato Regional Council? There are 10 canidates competing for the single seat on council. We're keen to hear what is the single most important thing neighbours would like the newly-elected councillor to focus … View moreHi neighbours, did you know there is a by-election on for the Hamilton ward of the Waikato Regional Council? There are 10 canidates competing for the single seat on council. We're keen to hear what is the single most important thing neighbours would like the newly-elected councillor to focus on over the next two years. Comment below!
**Please write NFP if you do not want your comments to be used for a story in Hamilton Press.**
We've provided a link to the regional council page outlining the by-election details. Be informed and make your choice!

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3197 days ago

Hamilton Mini School Ball Expo 2017

Sarah from Whatawhata

Hi all, there's a Mini-school ball expo being held next Thursday, March 30 at 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM at Sky City. Its free entry! Check out their facebook page for more details: www.facebook.com...
Should be good for students going to a ball to get some ideas from!

3197 days ago

Apprenticeship scheme tackles skills shortage

Noel Smith from Noel Smith Councillor - Newcastle Ward

The roading industry in New Zealand, along with many other industries, is experiencing a shortage of skilled personnel.

An apprenticeship programme in the Waikato District is playing its part to address this skills shortage following the graduation of its first intake last month.

A … View more
The roading industry in New Zealand, along with many other industries, is experiencing a shortage of skilled personnel.

An apprenticeship programme in the Waikato District is playing its part to address this skills shortage following the graduation of its first intake last month.

A partnership between Downer, Waikato Tainui and the Ministry of Social Development has resulted in 10 previously unemployed members of the community gaining a qualification and employment.

The Downer Basics Civil Apprenticeship Programme aims to attract capable people into the industry and give them career pathways along with industry qualifications.

The programme is designed to give graduates a clearly defined career path and is supplemented with studies and linked to a national qualification.

The intention is for Waikato District Alliance to run the programme annually.

Congratulations to this first graduate intake.

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3197 days ago

Experience the inside of a real house fire

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Fire is deadly fast. Once it’s started, it’s too late to plan your escape. You need to be prepared to survive. So, the New Zealand Fire Service has developed Escape My House, a gripping interactive experience that takes place inside a real house fire. Try it for yourself at … View moreFire is deadly fast. Once it’s started, it’s too late to plan your escape. You need to be prepared to survive. So, the New Zealand Fire Service has developed Escape My House, a gripping interactive experience that takes place inside a real house fire. Try it for yourself at escapemyhouse.co.nz
 Try it now

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