Otorohanga District, Otorohanga

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466 days ago

Create a Journal Workshop

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We'd like to introduce Bronwyn Bulwer, a writer and certified Change & Transition facilitator who helps women navigate life with insight, joy and intention. Bronwyn has had great success with running workshops and we're so excited to have her host a workshop here at the Centre.
Enjoy… View more
We'd like to introduce Bronwyn Bulwer, a writer and certified Change & Transition facilitator who helps women navigate life with insight, joy and intention. Bronwyn has had great success with running workshops and we're so excited to have her host a workshop here at the Centre.
Enjoy a fun and creative workshop learning to make your own journal using collage, mixed media and basic bookbinding skills.
Together we will explore different ways to play with words, images, wash tape, stitching and found treasures to create different pages.

Suitable for all skill levels. Imperfection celebrated!

• Bookings essential through email: museum@waipadc.govt.nz or phone 07 8720085.

• Spaces are limited get in fast to book your seat!

• This is a Crafty Arty Adult Workshop (for ages 13yrs+)

• Saturday 9th September starting 10.30am-1.30pm.

• COST $25 per participant.

Looking forward to seeing all you adults joining in the fun. Please let us know what other workshops you'd like us to present.

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467 days ago

Child scooter

Adrienne from Pirongia - Karamu

Looking for a childs scooter/bike for immigrant family with no toys for their 7yr old.He had to leave his precious bike behind.

467 days ago

Wonderwall

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

Combine Resene paint colours to transform a dull garden corner into an oasis.
Find out how with these easy step by step instructions.

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468 days ago

LOVE TO DANCE | Applications open now!

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Win one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear … View more
Win one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear from you!

Know someone who could use our support? Apply now!
Learn more

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468 days ago

Family History Month with Ruru

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Our Ruru is a guardian of the forest who loves to call his friends at
night to go hunting.
This month Ruru is showcasing Family History month with these FREE activities such as:
• Make a Ruru mask with coloured card, tissue paper, metallic markers, whetu stickers and glue.
• Create a … View more
Our Ruru is a guardian of the forest who loves to call his friends at
night to go hunting.
This month Ruru is showcasing Family History month with these FREE activities such as:
• Make a Ruru mask with coloured card, tissue paper, metallic markers, whetu stickers and glue.
• Create a Ruru taonga box with cardboard, glue and embellishments.
• Write your name on a leaf and add it to the big Family Tree.
FREE entry
Open Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 10am - 2pm

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468 days ago

Crafty Arty Adult Workshops: Make a Brooch

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Join Hilary and using your own design
create a brooch with embroidery thread.
Sat 26th August: 10.15am-1.45pm

Cost: $2 per adult (16+)
All materials provided for these workshops.
To book your space please e-mail: museum@waipadc.govt.nz

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468 days ago

Crafty Arty Adult Workshops: Make & Mend

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Join our host Hilary for a workshop on Creative embroidery
embellishments and mending (bring an article of clothing to work on).
Sat 12th August: 10.15am-1.45pm

Cost: $2 per adult (16+)
All materials provided for these workshops.
To book your space please e-mail: museum@waipadc.govt.nz

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471 days ago

Would you jump the ditch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the… View more
With changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.

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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469 days ago

Getting Started with Family History

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Celebrate Family History Month this August with Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre and the Te Awamutu Genealogy Society!

30 August, 11am-12pm.

Join us for a FREE talk on how to get started with researching your family history.
Learn tips and tricks from the experts and … View more
Celebrate Family History Month this August with Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre and the Te Awamutu Genealogy Society!

30 August, 11am-12pm.

Join us for a FREE talk on how to get started with researching your family history.
Learn tips and tricks from the experts and discover the resources available here at the centre – including a new subscription to Ancestry Library Edition, FREE for users.

Bookings essential through email: museum@waipadc.govt.nz or phone 07 8720085.
Spaces are limited get in fast to book your seat!

COST FREE!
Limited parking onsite at back of Centre and on Rickit Road.
Also close parking on Jackson St by Super Liquor and Carlton Street.
Looking forward to seeing all you and we’re excited to support your researching journey!

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470 days ago

Last chance to buy tickets!

Heart Foundation

Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million this Jennian Homes build features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million this Jennian Homes build features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Buy tickets now

472 days ago

One gift? Why not give 52 gifts with The TV Guide.

The TV Guide

Spoil the TV connoisseur in your life with a subscription to NZ’s most popular entertainment magazine. The TV Guide contains TV listings, entertainment, gossip, competitions, puzzles, and more!

This Father’s Day, gift a 1-year subscription to The TV Guide and save $57 off RRP - 52 issues … View more
Spoil the TV connoisseur in your life with a subscription to NZ’s most popular entertainment magazine. The TV Guide contains TV listings, entertainment, gossip, competitions, puzzles, and more!

This Father’s Day, gift a 1-year subscription to The TV Guide and save $57 off RRP - 52 issues delivered weekly straight to their home. Offer available until 2 September 2023.

The team at The TV Guide.
Find out more

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473 days ago

Poll: True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

To find out the answer, click the link below and take our ‘Truth about alcohol' quiz.

www.heartfoundation.org.nz...

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True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.
  • 50.1% True
    50.1% Complete
  • 49.9% False
    49.9% Complete
2429 votes
474 days ago

Dining table makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Te Awamutu

Is your dining table tasteless and dull?

Apply high gloss Resene Black for an instant injection of tabletop glam.

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474 days ago

Poll: How do you keep your dentures sparkling?

The Denture Man

Keeping your dentures sparkling isn't hard but there are sensible ways to do it - and not so sensible. What do you think the right way to do it is?

(Contact us - The Denture Man - if you have questions about dentures. We'd love to hear from you.)
Find out more

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How do you keep your dentures sparkling?
  • 69.8% Denture cleaner tablets
    69.8% Complete
  • 14% Bleach and toothpaste
    14% Complete
  • 7% Vinegar and baking soda
    7% Complete
  • 4.7% Lemon juice and salt
    4.7% Complete
  • 4.7% Ketchup and mustard
    4.7% Complete
43 votes
480 days ago

The most beautiful spot in every region of NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in … View more
Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in NZ's regions? Do you have a favourite spot in the Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury, Southland or elsewhere?
Feel free to comment below, send me a message or email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. Please include 'NFP' in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in an article. Thanks in advance for taking the time to share.

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