Otorohanga District, Otorohanga

249 days ago

Create Your Own Mini Glasshouse

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

Create a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step … View moreCreate a mini glasshouse environment finished in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Pitch Black to extend your growing season – perfect for early spring planting, hardening off seedlings and making the most of small growing spaces. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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250 days ago

A Sweet Deal for NZ House & Garden Subscribers!

NZ House & Garden

Looking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?

Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a … View more
Looking for the perfect way to treat yourself or a loved one this season? How about a year of expert home design ideas, styling inspiration, and seasonal décor tips PLUS a delightful Easter treat?

Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a Bennetto Easter Gift Pack worth $30 for FREE! But hurry, this sweet offer is only available to the first 250 subscribers, so don't miss out!

Treat yourself or a loved one to the perfect mix of sweet and stylish today!

From the team at Mags4Gifts
Find out more

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251 days ago

A time to be vigilant

The team from Netsafe

It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.

They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe… View more
It's tax return time. Scammers are impersonating Inland Revenue (IR) - and even the Police to steal personal information and money.

They may contact you by email, text, or phone, claiming:
🔹 You're owed a tax refund and must provide your bank details to receive it.
🔹 You owe tax and need to pay immediately to avoid legal trouble.

How to stay safe:
✅ Don’t click on links in emails or texts - log in to your myIR account directly.
✅ Check the sender - official IRD emails always end in @ird.govt.nz.
✅ Be cautious with texts - IRD only sends messages from four-digit codes, not
regular phone numbers.

Learn more about protecting yourself from tax scams:
netsafe.org.nz...

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252 days ago

How to have an epic retirement

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.

With its … View more
Retirement is a transformative stage of life, offering the freedom to embark on new adventures, explore fresh interests, and find fulfilment in ways that may have been put on hold during the busy years of work and family life. It’s a time to focus on what truly brings you joy.

With its beautiful landscapes, outdoor lifestyle, and relaxed culture, New Zealand is the perfect place to make the most of your retirement. And at Ryman Healthcare, you can enjoy top-quality independent living options and exceptional care within a vibrant, supportive community of like-minded people.

Click read more for the full story.

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256 days ago

Poll: Would a new supermarket help NZ?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing … View more
Nicola Willis will this weekend announce decisions taken by Cabinet to incentivise and encourage a third supermarket player alongside FoodStuffs and Progressive (Woolworths).

Do you think having a third supermarket chain will bring competition and lower grocery prices, or will the existing giants still dominate?

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Would a new supermarket help NZ?
  • 61.4% Yes, it will help
    61.4% Complete
  • 35.8% No, I doubt it'll make a difference
    35.8% Complete
  • 2.8% Depends - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
2449 votes
256 days ago

Create a Bold and Modern Monochrome Table Setting with Resene Colours

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

You can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with … View moreYou can’t go wrong with black and white, and this bold table setting adds a modern monochromatic touch to mealtime. Finish your setting in Resene Poured Milk, Resene All Black, Resene Noir and Resene Eighth Black White or choose your favourite Resene colours. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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266 days ago

For a bit of fun, neighbours.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have a good think about it, and let us know...

If you could invent one piece of technology to make life easier, what would it be?

Comment below with what you think would be a handy new invention - it may even already exist!

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257 days ago

ANZAC activities at the Museum

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We're commemorating ANZAC with some FREE family-friendly activities and crafts for the whole of April -  just in time for the school holidays! 

We'll provide all the materials to make your own 3D wreath and poppy printouts for you to colour and have made into your very own ANZAC … View more
We're commemorating ANZAC with some FREE family-friendly activities and crafts for the whole of April -  just in time for the school holidays! 

We'll provide all the materials to make your own 3D wreath and poppy printouts for you to colour and have made into your very own ANZAC badge! Learn about what red and purple poppies symbolize.

Check out our Facebook page and website for details:
www.facebook.com...
www.tamuseum.org.nz...

Free Activities, drop-in anytime, no booking required.
Children under 14 must a supervised by an adult

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259 days ago

Receive a $15,000* bucket list adventure on us!

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating … View more
Whether it’s visiting the Eiffel Tower, or a cruise around the Mediterranean, Ryman are giving you the opportunity to tick a destination off your bucket list.

When you move into an independent apartment or townhouse, we’ll give you a $15,000 House of Travel Gift Card*.

*Participating villages only, terms & conditions apply.

Click read more to find out more.

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259 days ago

Ka Whawhai tonu Exhibition extended!

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We've extended our amazing Ka whawhai tonu mātou Ake Ake Ake showcase which includes costumes from the ‘Ka Whawhai Tonu – Struggle Without End film'.

The showcase also explores the story of the events that took place in 1864 when British forces invaded the Waikato. Don’t forget… View more
We've extended our amazing Ka whawhai tonu mātou Ake Ake Ake showcase which includes costumes from the ‘Ka Whawhai Tonu – Struggle Without End film'.

The showcase also explores the story of the events that took place in 1864 when British forces invaded the Waikato. Don’t forget to call in to the centre and take a look at these incredible costumes and story for yourself! The exhibition has been extended until May 30 2025.

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288 days ago

Show us what you've been up to...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Brighten our day, and show us a glimpse into your world, neighbours.

We'd love to see some of the photos you've taken lately or any craft/DIY projects you're working on.

Simply add a photo below 📷🌅 🌻

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266 days ago

Share your favourite mushroom recipes with us!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in … View moreKia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and this month, we're on the hunt for mushroom recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this month. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the May issue.

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263 days ago

Caution around driveways

The Team from New Zealand Police

Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.

Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are … View more
Police are asking people to pay extra attention to driveway safety, after a number of incidents recently involving children being harmed.

Driveways can be extremely dangerous, and people need to do everything they can to ensure they keep themselves and others safe, especially where children are present.
Children move around quickly, and often won’t be seen as you are reversing down your driveway.
Always check your driveway before driving in or out, and make sure you know the whereabouts of any children.
Please use your reversing camera if your vehicle has one installed.
Alternatively, ensure all children not in the vehicle with you are accounted for.

If another adult is at the property, make them responsible for ensuring children are well clear of any moving vehicles.
If there are no other adults present, have a ‘safe spot’ for children to stand and wait for the vehicle to stop moving.
This should be somewhere in view of the driver.
Check your blind spots often, and if you can no longer see a child, stop your vehicle and move them somewhere safe before you continue driving.

If your driveway is close to the children’s play area, consider a fence or gates to separate the play area from the driveway.
You should also take the time to speak to your children about the dangers of moving vehicles and remind them that just because they can see the driver, doesn’t mean the driver can always see them.

Taking those extra few seconds to make sure our tamariki are in a safe space when you drive in and out of your driveway can help prevent so much heartache and trauma.
Remember they don’t understand the potential consequences.

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263 days ago

Create Your Own Sturdy A-Frame for Climbing Crops

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

This sturdy A-frame finished in Resene Kwila Timber Stain is the perfect support for climbing crops. It’s easy to move around for crop rotation and is a great way to make the most of your gardening space. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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264 days ago

Hillcrest alumni launch Fund for their school

The Team from Momentum Waikato

When the Waikato Symphony Orchestra played at the recent Hamilton Arts Festival, roughly a third of the musicians on stage were former students of one local secondary school.

Hillcrest High School - Te Kura Tuarua o Tihipuke is well known for producing such artistic graduates, reflecting its … View more
When the Waikato Symphony Orchestra played at the recent Hamilton Arts Festival, roughly a third of the musicians on stage were former students of one local secondary school.

Hillcrest High School - Te Kura Tuarua o Tihipuke is well known for producing such artistic graduates, reflecting its holistic approach to education, which encourages students to try things out and become successful all-rounders. The second largest school in the city, with 1800 students and 79 ethnicities, its goal is “to educate and develop young people of whom our community will be proud”.

Brian Winter enjoyed his schooling experience there and is involved with the Hillcrest High School Alumni and Community Society, which has now established a philanthropic investment fund at Momentum Waikato – the Hillcrest High School Future Fund.

Read more below...

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