Matariki School Holiday Activities at the Te Awamutu museum!
Join in the learning about Matariki through creative activities at the Museum!
Make your own Poi
Tues 13th & Tues 20th July
Two sessions: 10am - 12pm or 12.30pm - 2.30pm
With materials supplied, make a set of poi, learn the waiata song in te reo Māori and the skillful action of how to work your poi.
Cost: $5.00 each participant, per session
Ages: All ages welcome with adult supervision for children under 14 yrs old
Skills: Beginner - advanced
Bookings essential, limited to 10 participants only, call 07 872 0085
If there are Covid level changes during any of our planned activities, please refer to our FB and website for updates. If you are sick please let us know to cancel your booking by calling the Museum on 07 872 0085.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64.3% Yes
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33.3% No
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2.4% Other - I'll share below
Have you picked up your tickets to our 80th anniversary party yet?
Kia ora neighbours, here is the cover of our amazing 80th anniversary special edition! There's just enough time to book your ticket to join editor Jo McCarroll at Hamilton Gardens on November 11. Ticketholders will get this special (RRP $16.20) in their goody bags. Each goody bag is also packed with gardening paraphernalia and a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone. Plus you'll also get all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens, canapes and bubbles
, and spot prizes. We'd love to see you there.
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.