Makomako, Te Mata

2526 days ago

Ever wanted to build your own home?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Register now for your complimentary seat. This completely FREE session is designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:

• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money … View more
Register now for your complimentary seat. This completely FREE session is designed for new builders with all budgets and levels of experience. Your local Jennian team will cover off:

• How best to establish your construction budget
• How to avoid hidden costs
• Easy ways to save money by building an environmentally friendly home
• How to plan a home you've always wanted

We love sharing our construction industry and knowledge to ensure every home building journey is a good one. Come along with any questions you might have, we're excited to meet you!
Register for free

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2527 days ago

There’s something for everyone!

Hamilton Gardens

From 7th to 18th February 2018, the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival will surprise and delight, with everything from yodelling at The Topp Twins Kids Show, to kapa haka at Witi Ihimaera's dazzling musical drama Flowing Water, to rocking out with Devilskin.

A free Festival Hub will feature a … View more
From 7th to 18th February 2018, the Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival will surprise and delight, with everything from yodelling at The Topp Twins Kids Show, to kapa haka at Witi Ihimaera's dazzling musical drama Flowing Water, to rocking out with Devilskin.

A free Festival Hub will feature a line-up of bands, roving performers, market days and a terrific range of food and drink options.

Experience, explore and enjoy acts across a multitude of genres including comedy, music, theatre, opera, and child friendly events.

Photo taken by Michael Newton.
See what shows are coming!

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2528 days ago

Are the Neighbourly Elves sending YOU a prize?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Christmas presents have been flying out the door on lead up to Santa's arrival! Today is day EIGHT of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if you, or your neighbour, have won something special from us!
Check the list of winners

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2530 days ago

Need a Christmas Gift for your Kitty?

Purina

Chances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of… View moreChances are you haven’t yet thought of that perfect gift for your furry feline this year… Made with real meat and natural ingredients, FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS is the irresistibly smooth and creamy treat that is on your cat’s Christmas wish list. Share a special moment and delight in the joy of hand feeding this delicious treat to your beloved friend this Christmas! Available from all leading supermarkets, RRP $3.99.

Plus - we're giving away a free sample of FANCY FEAST PUREE KISS! Simply take our two minute survey and tell us how Christmassy your cat is!
Take the survey

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2531 days ago

Summer renovations to increase your home's value!

Lodge Real Estate - City

Want to turn your home into a high-value property? Get professional advice from our free eBook: The three elements of a low maintenance, high-profit property. Here are some simple, easy and quick ways to renovate your home this summer.

1. Wall colours matter
Avoid painting your walls white or … View more
Want to turn your home into a high-value property? Get professional advice from our free eBook: The three elements of a low maintenance, high-profit property. Here are some simple, easy and quick ways to renovate your home this summer.

1. Wall colours matter
Avoid painting your walls white or black—one will show the dirt and the other any imperfections in your wall or ceiling. Instead, consider using patterned walls.

Wallpaper is becoming fashionable again and can really help your home look fresh.

2. Make the cleaning easier
Does anyone really enjoy vacuuming or cleaning in low, hard to reach places? Why not consider switching out your bathroom essentials for wall-mounted alternatives.

A wall-hung toilet and elevated sink will not only make cleaning easier but can create space and give the bathroom an entirely different context. For the ultimate easy-clean, install a drain in your bathroom floor so you can hose the floor down.

3. Consider changing surface tops
Changing both kitchen and bathroom surface tops are easy ways of giving your house a different feel. However, keep in mind that choosing a single colour will highlight imperfections, dirt and dust. Patterned surfaces are a great way of avoiding this. Natural stone countertops such as granite or quartz are good for this, but these are very heavy materials, so make sure your cabinetry can support the weight!

If you’re after an industrial look, consider stainless steel—it’s practically indestructible. The only downsides are that some chemicals can stain it, and it can dent if something heavy is dropped on it.

Plastic laminate is another long-lasting homeowner favourite, especially for those on a budget. It’s lightweight too so it doesn’t need sturdy support under it like granite or quartz do. However, it can be scratched and sometimes burned if you’re not careful.

4. Change the flooring
If your current floor is covered in furniture scuff marks, stains and claw indents from the family pet, it could be time to consider a more durable option. This could range from bamboo to natural stone or laminate, or vinyl, and while each has their benefits they also have their limitations.

Stone may be a great addition to your kitchen and bathrooms, but be aware that some types of stone, such as marble, will wear quicker than you might expect. Likewise, porcelain and ceramic tiles are a bathroom and kitchen favourite. While they’re not as tough as natural stone, they’re less porous, which makes them quick and easy to clean.
Download your free eBook

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2532 days ago

2 Family Homes 1title Ngaruawahia

Anna from Raglan

Great potential 1st home buyers, buy with friends,whanau ,live in 1, rent 1,..offers over $590,000 considered...for more information ring 078250533

Negotiable

2532 days ago

Catch a selfie with Santa this weekend...

Harvey Norman

Hey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo … View moreHey neighbours, did you know that you and the kids can catch Santa at your local Harvey Norman this weekend? Head in store for a FREE 6x4 photo with Santa between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday. If you're still looking for the perfect gift for friends and family, grab a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit here.

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2533 days ago

Your Homed intro...

Colleen O'Hanlon Reporter from Homed

Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a … View more
Hi there, it's nice to 'meet' you. You might be new to Homed so I thought I'd let you know we're the new-ish kid on the block when it comes to serving up inspiring ideas for your home and outdoor spaces.

We'd love to hear from you - especially if you have a fabulous or interesting home you'd like to share with your neighbours and our audience.

Otherwise, stay posted for great ideas coming your way. You can find us at www.homed.co.nz... and hear a little more from me in the video.

Bye for now.

2533 days ago

Help be a part of making your Waikato Hospital grounds Smokefree

Andre Chivell from Waikato District Health Board

Waikato DHB is committed to making a tupeka kore (tobacco free) / smokefree New Zealand by 2025. We want to positively support patients, visitors and staff not to smoke on Waikato Hospital grounds and provide more alternatives to groups who smoke.

We are reenergising our efforts on creating … View more
Waikato DHB is committed to making a tupeka kore (tobacco free) / smokefree New Zealand by 2025. We want to positively support patients, visitors and staff not to smoke on Waikato Hospital grounds and provide more alternatives to groups who smoke.

We are reenergising our efforts on creating smokefree campuses, in particular Waikato Hospital where smoking in smokefree zones still persists.

To do this we need your help to help us design and promote new forms of communication that will help provide a supportive smokefree environment.

Please complete this short survey: www.surveymonkey.com...

#SmokeFree2025

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2533 days ago

Parcel Leave - for first time delivery

NZ Post

Are you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice … View moreAre you buying gifts online this festive season? You can make sure they arrive at your place first time with Parcel Leave. Simply tell us where to leave your parcel if you can’t be home to sign for it. It could be in the playhouse, under the BBQ, next to the shed or anywhere else that’s nice and dry.
Sign up for Parcel Leave now.
Sign up for Parcel Leave

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2533 days ago

The Neighbourly Christmas Elves have gone NUTS

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if … View more
Sleigh bells are ringing and the end of the year is approaching. We've been celebrating the lead up to Christmas by giving away sacks of goodies to our members! Today is day THREE of our 12 days of Christmas celebrations...

Make sure you keep checking our Christmas Blog each day to see if you, or your neighbour have won something special from us!
Are you a winner?

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2534 days ago

Are you concerned about violence in New Zealand?

White Ribbon

Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find … View more
Our young men are being exposed to violence and pornography in ever increasing amounts, and it is changing the way our young men think, and what they perceive is normal behaviour. Will you help us RAISE OUR BOYS by talking about Respectful Relationships and Respectful Sexual Relationships?

Find out how to talk to your sons and use our Toolboxes at www.whiteribbon.org.nz or watch the film ‘Raise Our Men’ which provides an insight into how men are socialised into using violence. Help us end men’s violence towards women now.
Download the Toolboxes

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2537 days ago

We’ve dropped our online delivery fees

Countdown

Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

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Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

Pick up is now free if you spend $50 or more, or just $5 for all other orders. Online orders now have a flat-rate fee of $12 for orders up to $199.99, and $8 for orders $200 and over.

Head over to the Countdown website and try online shopping today.

Sally Copland
Countdown’s Head of Online
Try online shopping now!

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2538 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2539 days ago

The Emergency Mobile Alert system is now live.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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