Waitomo District, Te Kuiti

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Got any recipes for great festive treats?

Post them here!

3114 days ago

Here's our ultimate guide to growing your own fruit trees

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

So many people asked for this, we came up with a second edition. This hits newsstands today! Get your copy before they're all gone.

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3115 days ago

Elder Abuse Awareness

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Age Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted … View moreAge Concern New Zealand is running an "Elder Abuse Hits Close to Home" awareness campaign in June. Did you know that more than 75% of alleged abusers are family members? We hear awful stories in the media of older people being abused in care facilities, scammed on the internet or taunted by the general public, but for thousands of older New Zealander's the abuse happens in their own home. Please get in contact with your local Age Concern if you suspect a family member, friend or neighbour is being abused. We can Help. #WEAAD #alwaysrespected

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3116 days ago

Do you deserve Community Cash?

SuperValue New Zealand

SuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.

If you are a community group such as a … View more
SuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be chosen as a recipient of a $200 donation!
Apply now

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3126 days ago

Question

Kerry from Otorohanga District

Why when I scroll to the end of Stuff does it always show me Te Kuiti discussions that I also click on but can't read. How do I change it to Oto ??

3117 days ago

Look out New Zealand - the Lions are coming!!

New Zealand Police

We want everyone to have an absolute blast while they're here... but most importantly we want everyone to stay safe on our roads. Download the PDF attachment below and share it with your English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish mates. Learn more

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Lions Series Safety Information.pdf Download View

3118 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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3123 days ago

Re: NZMA

Barry from Otorohanga District

If you search their website you probably can't find any reference as to what NZMA means.  Perhaps it's "Neo Zulu Men's Athletics"

3124 days ago

NZMA Community Open Day Hamilton, 10th June

NZMA

NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of … View more
NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of that, we’ve got some really fun activities where you get the opportunity to apply hands on skills in the areas of: Cookery, Hospitality, Contact Centre, Business, Retail and Early Childhood Education. If you enjoy these activities and decide to grow your skills further, then you can even enroll on the day!

To find out more about this Open Day, visit our website, we can’t wait to see you there!
Learn more

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3126 days ago

Rotary Community Directory

Barry from Otorohanga District

Have you checked the White Pages Directory lately to see if your phone number is listed?  A number of subscribers have disappeared from the "phone book".  There are several reasons, the main one being people who have changed service providers.  Some of the new style services such as … View moreHave you checked the White Pages Directory lately to see if your phone number is listed?  A number of subscribers have disappeared from the "phone book".  There are several reasons, the main one being people who have changed service providers.  Some of the new style services such as radio links and internet links for the landline numbers may no longer be eligible for automatic free listings, you must opt in and often pay a fee to be listed.  The local Rotary clubs have been publishing the community directory for several decades and have built up a good data base.  Every number in the district was initially contacted and listings confirmed.  Since then every household received a free directory and letters were included soliciting updates.  Everyone can have a free-of-charge listing.  If you don't have a landline Rotary will list your cellphone number at no charge. Additional numbers and email addresses can be included for a modest fee.  I am the coordinator for the A-Z listings so give me a call on 021 626 090 urgently if you want any changes made.  The directory will be printed before mid June.

3127 days ago

The Phenomenon Returns to Hamilton!

Business Manager from Hamilton Operatic Society Inc

Hamilton Operatic Society presents Les Misérable. Join the barricade and see one of the worlds most adored musicals.

For a strictly limited season only at Clarence St Theatre (Friday 23 June - Sat 8th July) Directed By David Sidwell and Musically Directed by Alex Wiltshire. Book at Ticketek.
Book tickets

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3127 days ago

Addition Information about the J R McKenzie Fund

Barry from Otorohanga District

Past grants have been made to parents/guardians of students who have financial difficulty in funding prescription glasses - contact your local Rotary Club for advice

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3127 days ago

J R McKenzie Youth Education Fund

Barry from Otorohanga District

Something you may not know about your local Rotary Club is that they administer applications to the J R McKenzie Youth Education Fund, the aims and objects of which are:
"To assist in the betterment, education, advancement and physical welfare of the youth in the community, particularly in … View more
Something you may not know about your local Rotary Club is that they administer applications to the J R McKenzie Youth Education Fund, the aims and objects of which are:
"To assist in the betterment, education, advancement and physical welfare of the youth in the community, particularly in cases where bereavement, sickness or family disturbances leave the children in need of assistance if they are to continue their studies."
Grant Criteria
The Fund wishes to help where death,
 sickness, family break up or economic
 hardship cause difficulty for young
people and their caregivers to meet the
 costs of their education.  Applications
 must be related to a young person’s
 education, although this term can be
broadly interpreted. The Fund will not
 cover general tuition fees, unless there
 are unusual circumstances.
The Fund is administered entirely by Rotary clubs
which have a separate
 committee who receive and consider all
 applications from individuals (through
Rotarians), other Rotary clubs, community
 organisations, school principals, ministers
 and social workers. After considering the
 degree of hardship and seeing evidence
of a degree of self-help, they distribute
 grants to the most deserving cases
 through the nearest Rotary Club, who
can discuss problems and offer advice,
 if requested. Applications are invited
 around September of each year, but can
 be made at any time.

3128 days ago

Our native trees need your help

Ministry for Primary Industries

Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View more
Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.

If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.

To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
Find out more

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3128 days ago

Hospice Waikato Life History Service

Barry from Otorohanga District

If you have a family member, friend or neighbour who is near the end of their life or is starting to lose the ability to communicate, have you considered having them record their life history?


Waikato Hospice has more than 600 volunteers and a small section of these dedicated people interview, … View more
If you have a family member, friend or neighbour who is near the end of their life or is starting to lose the ability to communicate, have you considered having them record their life history?


Waikato Hospice has more than 600 volunteers and a small section of these dedicated people interview, record and transcribe the life histories of Hospice clients.  They travel to people's homes or care facilities and tape record life stories.  These are edited, and transcribed into booklets. 


Some publications our quite amazing.  Family photographs can be included.  Recording sessions can be kept short so as not to stress the client, and the volunteer will return as many times as necessary.  Drafts of each session can be given and changes made if required.


Clients as far afield as Thames, Waihi and Piopio have had their stories recorded.  The volunteers are trained and are patient, caring and strictly confidential.  Completed stories may be restricted to specific family members or friends - others could be made publicly available, it's entirely up to the person being recorded.


The only requirement is that the person being recorded must be a registered client with Hospice Waikato.  Ask Hospice to be put you in contact with the Life History Coordinator, it's a wonderful free of charge service.

3132 days ago

The Phenomenon Returns to Hamilton!

Business Manager from Hamilton Operatic Society Inc

Hamilton Operatic Society presents Les Misérable. Join the barricade and see one of the worlds most adored musicals.

For a strictly limited season only at Clarence St Theatre. Directed By David Sidwell and Musically Directed by Alex Wiltshire. Book at Ticketek.
Book tickets

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