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1344 days ago

Ever thought of taking a night school class?

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of adult learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 70 evening and weekend classes. Our courses are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short programs.

Pick from our courses on business management, computing, food and cooking, gardening, language, music and dance, photography, and art.

Enrol now for Term 1, starts 15th February. You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. It's easy!

Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Enrol now

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1345 days ago

Freshly baked German-style bread for Friday 5th

Viola from Taupo Central

Good morning Neighbours :)
An early notice that I am baking this coming Friday morning again. You can choose from wholemeal loaves with seeds-selection (sunflowers, pumpkin or walnuts) to fruit loaves or the seedlings loaf (available in keto/gf as well). NO sourdough this week - sorry. Prices are… View more
Good morning Neighbours :)
An early notice that I am baking this coming Friday morning again. You can choose from wholemeal loaves with seeds-selection (sunflowers, pumpkin or walnuts) to fruit loaves or the seedlings loaf (available in keto/gf as well). NO sourdough this week - sorry. Prices are from $8.50 a loaf including delivery within Taupo township only. Please order by phone or text to 021 0252 1343 by Thursday 4th 5pm. I will be away in a low-reception area most of the week returning Thursday, so won't be able to respond to you until Thursday midday. Have a great week! :)

1347 days ago

Poll: Do you wash chicken before cooking?

New Zealand Food Safety

Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any … View more
Washing chicken doesn’t remove bacteria, it just spreads it around. The best way to protect your whānau from getting sick is to wash your hands and kitchen tools after touching raw chicken, and make sure you cook chicken all the way through. Juices
should run clear and there shouldn’t be any pink meat in the centre.

Remember to Clean Cook Chill and check our easy food safety tips here.

The team at New Zealand Food Safety.
Find out more

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Do you wash chicken before cooking?
  • 36% Yes I thought washing cleans it
    36% Complete
  • 64% No Chicken shouldn’t be washed
    64% Complete
125 votes
1350 days ago

Phase two of Horomatangi & Ruapehu streets roundabout to get underway

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

The second phase of the Horomatangi Street and Ruapehu Street intersection will get underway next Tuesday, February 2.

This will include the finishing touches to the roundabout and the four corners including landscaping, seating and paving.

Project manager Darren Penketh said the work would begin… View more
The second phase of the Horomatangi Street and Ruapehu Street intersection will get underway next Tuesday, February 2.

This will include the finishing touches to the roundabout and the four corners including landscaping, seating and paving.

Project manager Darren Penketh said the work would begin on the eastern (school) side of the intersection and progress over a 12 week period.

“We will ensure minimal disruption over this time, including aiming to have all roads remaining open during the day.

“We’re asking motorists to be careful and slow down, as our contractors will be working in the area, with small shoulders of the road closed, but roads remaining open to through-traffic.

“Thank you to everyone – particularly affected businesses – for your patience while we have worked to transform this area,” Mr Penketh said.

The work is part of the government-funded Taupō Town Centre Transformation project which aims to ensure the continued and sustainable growth and development of Taupō's town centre, with a focus on the needs of our community.

It will transform our public places into spaces that attract people to spend time and invest in the town centre. It will also deliver on the community’s aspirations for an attractive town centre with shared streets, focused on the needs of pedestrians and cyclists.

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1348 days ago

Fresh German-style bread baked Friday morning

Viola from Taupo Central

Good morning Taupo neighbours :)
A short notice call to let you know I am baking tomorrow again and you can still order your fresh warm loaf of German-dense-healthy grainy goodness loaf today until 6 pm, Thursday 28th!
Wholemeal grainy style loaves with seeds, Seedlings loaf (Keto and … View more
Good morning Taupo neighbours :)
A short notice call to let you know I am baking tomorrow again and you can still order your fresh warm loaf of German-dense-healthy grainy goodness loaf today until 6 pm, Thursday 28th!
Wholemeal grainy style loaves with seeds, Seedlings loaf (Keto and gluten-friendly), fruit loaf or pure sourdough loaves. Text or phone to 021 0252 1343 until tonight. I deliver straight to your door within Taupo township right after baking tomorrow. Have a great Thursday all!

1349 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

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1349 days ago

Are you our next Pharmacist extraordinaire?

Waikato District Health Board

Pharmacist - Thames Hospital 
Job Number: THA00159 

Where you’ll be working: Thames Hospital

The details: Permanent, 80 hours per fortnight

About the role:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced NZ registered pharmacist to provide clinical pharmacy services to Thames Hospital … View more
Pharmacist - Thames Hospital 
Job Number: THA00159 

Where you’ll be working: Thames Hospital

The details: Permanent, 80 hours per fortnight

About the role:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced NZ registered pharmacist to provide clinical pharmacy services to Thames Hospital and assistance with the oversight and further development of rural pharmacy services within Waikato DHB.

Your application:
Please apply online via the Waikato DHB website with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how your
skills and experience to suit the position
 
For any questions relating to the role please contact Grant Macdonald 021 2435399 or email Grant.Macdonald@WaikatoDHB.Health.NZ
Apply now

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1350 days ago

A bit of Kiwiana with The Experimental 200s

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

A new exhibition that explores what it is that makes us Kiwis will open at the Taupō Museum next month.

The Experimental 200s is an exhibition from former Taupō artist Lianne Adams, opening Saturday February 6 and running until Monday March 22.

Exhibitions officer Kerence Stephen said Adams was… View more
A new exhibition that explores what it is that makes us Kiwis will open at the Taupō Museum next month.

The Experimental 200s is an exhibition from former Taupō artist Lianne Adams, opening Saturday February 6 and running until Monday March 22.

Exhibitions officer Kerence Stephen said Adams was an artist who drew on her background as an international artist and graphic designer to create bespoke pieces that comprised both computer-based designs and traditional art.

“She has a distinct style and has a personal touch to all her work,” Ms Stephen said. “With a love of New Zealand and a story to tell, Lianne’s works are drawn from her heart and made with love.”

The Experimental 200s were created before and through lockdown, so Adams has made do with the limited tools and equipment she had available to her during this time.

“Supplies were scarce and Lianne used what was in her workshop supply cupboard to the maximum,” Ms Stephen said.

Adams has been a regular exhibitor at Taupō Museum for many years and her tiki prints were popular items at the museum shop, Ms Stephen said. Adams’ last exhibition at Taupo Museum in summer 2019 nearly sold out.

The community is welcome to join Adams for the official opening morning tea of The Experimental 200s on Saturday February 6 at 10am.

Taupō Museum is open seven days from 10am to 4.30pm and entry is free to Taupō District residents with proof of address.

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1350 days ago

Is your shed the best in New Zealand?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There's still time to enter The Resene Shed of the Year 2021. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1352 days ago

Learn how to lockdown-proof your business...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

thanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. … View morethanks to Digital Boost! We're excited to be supporting Digital Boost - a brand new online learning platform (built by The Mind Lab in collaboration with MBIE) which aims to teach small business owners the digital skills needed to excel in today’s business world. Login and learn at your own pace, in your own time, or tune into the daily live Q&A sessions with industry experts! Or, get inspired by other small business owners looking to share tips on how they have successfully navigated the digital world themselves. Sign up today to become an expert in the digital tools, technologies and practices needed to secure your business a long lasting future.

PS - check out the Neighbourly session on Tuesday 22 January. Learn tips and tricks to make sure your business shines in your community.
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1355 days ago

Seed Sharing for Neighbours Day!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

We love how creative some people are with their plant giving! This is for goodie bags for a 7 year olds party but we reckon you could borrow this wonderful idea for the Neighbours Day Aotearoa Great Plant Swap!
What a lovely gift to get and it's not just kids who love sunflowers.

ADDED … View more
We love how creative some people are with their plant giving! This is for goodie bags for a 7 year olds party but we reckon you could borrow this wonderful idea for the Neighbours Day Aotearoa Great Plant Swap!
What a lovely gift to get and it's not just kids who love sunflowers.

ADDED BONUS: if you give your neighbours sunflower seeds you would get to enjoy their beautiful flowers too!

Have you signed up for Neighbours Day 2021 yet? There's lots of ways you can join in...check out our website to register today:
www.neighboursday.org.nz...

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1353 days ago

Your latest edition of Homed available now - read online

The Team Reporter from Homed - Waikato Times

Happy New Year everyone, check out the latest Homed edition for this weekend. Our front cover property is about luxurious living in Matangi click below to find out more.

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1353 days ago

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1353 days ago

How much control does your boss have over your life?

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is investigating the increasing creep of control your boss might have over your life outside work. This might include having to send photos of your remote working space (or having it personally checked off), having to abide by a social media policy, not being able to express political views in social settings, or not being able to have a secondary income. Does this sound familiar? Have you got a story to tell? Email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz

1354 days ago

How to make colourful coasters

The Team from Resene ColorShop Taupo

Whether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your… View more
Whether it’s summer or winter, throwing a cocktail party is always a good idea. Add to the fun with these colourful coasters painted using Resene testpots – they’re so easy to DIY.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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