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248 days ago

Looking for free carpet

Kesla from Cambridge

Good morning has anyone got a good carpet piece that you are throwing away? Need one for my kitchen dining floor 2mtr by 1½ mtr. Can you please drop off as I don't have a vehicle & willing to pay gas for drop off at my place of residence to 102 Thornton Road, Cambridge NGA MIHI 😉

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248 days ago

Show us your game-day photos!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to… View more
We want to see your game-day photos and we have prizes to give away!

Whether you're getting dressed up in your All Blacks finest, have an impressive rugby-themed snack collection or have made a Rugby World Cup shrine in your living room, we want to see it all on Neighbourly!

To be in to win, simply post your photo on Neighbourly along with the word: RWCfan

Go, Team!

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248 days ago

Waikato's premier BMW Dealership just in Te Rapa

BMW Coombes

Hello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!

We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and … View more
Hello Waikato, Coombes Johnston BMW & MINI Garage has been the local BMW dealership in the Waikato for the past 27 years!

We provide premium Sales, Service, and Aftersales parts. Covering south of the Bombays to Taupo and west to King Country; Coombes Johnston has new, demonstrator, and used BMW and MINI models.

We have a highly attentive team who will do their utmost to be sure you and your vehicle are looked after. So come have a coffee on us and take the latest model for a test drive.
Find out more

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249 days ago

Ride the Raceway 2023 next Tuesday!

Dee from Cambridge

This year’s event is just around the corner – next Tuesday in fact.

We’re hoping to make this event bigger than last year, so we need your registrations if you haven’t already done so. Please register here: bit.ly....

Please continue to spread the word and if you wish to bring … View more
This year’s event is just around the corner – next Tuesday in fact.

We’re hoping to make this event bigger than last year, so we need your registrations if you haven’t already done so. Please register here: bit.ly....

Please continue to spread the word and if you wish to bring grandchildren, that would make the day all the more special!

Thank you to those who have already signed up – we look forward to seeing you!

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249 days ago

Take a townhouse tour

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

We have brand-new two and three-bedroom townhouses available now at Patrick Hogan Retirement Village. If you’d like more information, click to learn more.

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251 days ago

Should cats follow some rules?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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249 days ago

How do scissors, beeswax, paper and string go together?

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

📙Bookbinding!

🌈 Come and let your creativity shine through using a variety of tools and techniques to create something of your very own!

👉 If this sounds like just the new, creative project you've been looking for, register now to secure your place for our one-day workshop in … View more
📙Bookbinding!

🌈 Come and let your creativity shine through using a variety of tools and techniques to create something of your very own!

👉 If this sounds like just the new, creative project you've been looking for, register now to secure your place for our one-day workshop in Term 4!
'Book' now

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249 days ago

Nominate Your Tech-Savvy Grandparent to WIN!

The Team from NZ Compare

Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries … View more
Have a poppa, nan, koro, grandma or g'dad who rocks the digital world?

Nominate them to WIN a $150 Prezzy® card! Nominate them now and tell us why they deserve to WIN.

Compare broadband and power bills with NZ Compare to save big and stay connected in the digital world.

*Entries close 2 Oct 2023.
Compare now

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250 days ago

TAI CHI - HAVE A GO SESSIONS ARAPUNI

Tai Robson from TAOIST TAI CHI, PUTARURU and ARAPUNI

Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice. The classes are being held at the … View moreCome along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice. The classes are being held at the Arapuni Hall, 10 am on Tuesday 3rd October.
Please contact Kathy Ph: 022 066 4250 for more information.
All ages are welcome.

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250 days ago

TAI CHI - HAVE A GO SESSION PUTARURU

Tai Robson from TAOIST TAI CHI, PUTARURU and ARAPUNI

Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice.
The classes are being held at the… View more
Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice.
The classes are being held at the Bridge Club Rooms 1 Overdale Street, Putaruru, at 9 am on Thursday 5th October.
Please contact Cath Ph: 02108713773 for more information.
All ages are welcome.

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250 days ago

Are You Ready to Rock Waikato?!

Showtime

The rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021 - QUEEN: IT’S A KINDA MAGIC - is returning to Waikato, 8 November.

Hear Queen’s biggest hits played Live & Loud in Claudelands’ epic arena atmosphere for the full rock concert experience: Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We … View more
The rock spectacular that everyone raved about in 2021 - QUEEN: IT’S A KINDA MAGIC - is returning to Waikato, 8 November.

Hear Queen’s biggest hits played Live & Loud in Claudelands’ epic arena atmosphere for the full rock concert experience: Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Don’t Stop Me Now, Radio GaGa and more.

This one is sure to be a full house so we recommend securing tickets early so you can get close to the stage and close to the action!
Find out more

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276 days ago

Try this heart-healthy dessert today!

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!

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251 days ago

Should all new developments include some affordable homes?

Libby Totton Reporter from Matamata Chronicle

In the Waipā District, the council's looking at pulling a lever to require large developments to include cheaper homes.

Known as inclusionary zoning, it requires developers to make a proportion of their house builds affordable.

Matamata Piako Mayor Adrienne Wilcock has said her council … View more
In the Waipā District, the council's looking at pulling a lever to require large developments to include cheaper homes.

Known as inclusionary zoning, it requires developers to make a proportion of their house builds affordable.

Matamata Piako Mayor Adrienne Wilcock has said her council will keep an eye on what others are doing in this space.

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251 days ago

TAI CHI - HAVE A GO SESSIONS ARAPUNI

Tai Robson from TAOIST TAI CHI, PUTARURU and ARAPUNI

Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice.
The classes are being held at the… View more
Come along to our free have-a-go sessions of Taoist Tai Chi arts in support of the International Week of the Older Person, October 2 till October 7. Improve your health and wellbeing, and find stillness, strength and resilience with Taoist Tai Chi practice.
The classes are being held at the Arapuni Hall, 10 am on Tuesday 3rd October.
Please contact Kathy Ph: 022 066 4250 for more information.
All ages are welcome.

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265 days ago

NZ's best honesty boxes and roadside stalls

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could … View more
Hi there,
We're compiling a travel piece on great honesty boxes and roadside stalls around NZ, and would love to hear your favourites. Is there somewhere you enjoy stopping off at for fresh fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs, flowers, or something else? It would be great if you could share it's location and what makes it a standout. Please put 'NFP' (not for publication) in your comment if you don't want it or your name to appear in the article. You're also very welcome to email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz
Thank you for taking the time to share.

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