Posts by Patrick Hogan Village
63 days ago

Turn your balcony or patio into a lush garden

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

If you have a green thumb, just imagine what you could do with a balcony with a fantastic view like this one at Murray Halberg Village. This elevated space offers the perfect blank canvas to create a lush outdoor space without lawn maintenance or heavy lifting.

Shane Fairbairn, Landscape Manager at Ryman Healthcare, shares some tips for creating the perfect outdoor space on your patio or balcony so you can enjoy the benefits of gardening without the hassles.

First, decide on a theme. Is it cosy and bohemian, sleek and minimalist, a lush urban jungle, or something else? Your vision will guide your plant and furniture choices.

For all his tips and advice click read more.

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More messages from your neighbours
3 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

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

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 84.2% Yes
    84.2% Complete
  • 13.9% No
    13.9% Complete
  • 1.9% Other - I'll share below!
    1.9% Complete
1624 votes
7 hours ago

Backing world-leading work happening here

The Team from Momentum Waikato

The Waikato Medical Research Foundation (WMRF) has two funding rounds a year, the first one for 2024 closed yesterday, 30 April, with ten applications received. The second is open from 1 September to 31 October, check out their website for more info see the WMRF link below.

We keenly support the WMRF through the ‘Waikato Medical Research Foundation Fund’, which its board set up with us just on a a year ago for the particular purpose of making it easier for the public to contribute towards the success of the region’s health research sector.

To find out more, check out the WMRF story from our recent Annual Report at the Momentum link below.

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1 day ago

Poll: Which mattress would you rather....?

Marketing Manager from Beds 4 U Matamata

Time to settle the mattress match-up: Firm or Plush? Which side of the bed beckons you for a cozy night's sleep? Cast your vote and let's find out which mattress reigns supreme! #beds #mattress

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Which mattress would you rather....?
  • 73% Firm
    73% Complete
  • 27% Plush
    27% Complete
63 votes