South Waikato District, Tokoroa

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1629 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

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1629 days ago

Online Night School classes at Fraserace.

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district.

New online classes have been added to our Adult and Community Education programme. Our tutors will support you to get connected, get learning and enjoy a whole new adventure.

You can look, book and pay … View more
Fraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district.

New online classes have been added to our Adult and Community Education programme. Our tutors will support you to get connected, get learning and enjoy a whole new adventure.

You can look, book and pay online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just email us on comed@fraser.school.nz Easy! Very easy!
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1630 days ago

Kerbside recycling to be gradually reintroduced at Alert Level 3

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

Kerbside recycling services will be gradually reintroduced across the Taupō District from Tuesday 28 April, when we move to COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Council is asking people to adhere to the following recycling schedule to ensure our trucks and sorting facilities can cope with the expected … View more
Kerbside recycling services will be gradually reintroduced across the Taupō District from Tuesday 28 April, when we move to COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Council is asking people to adhere to the following recycling schedule to ensure our trucks and sorting facilities can cope with the expected increase in demand and uphold the government’s strict health and safety and social distancing measures:

Week One (Tuesday 28 April – Friday 1 May): Glass Only. There will be no kerbside recycling on Monday 27 April under Alert Level 4 lockdown rules.

Week Two (Monday 4 May – Friday 8 May): Glass, Paper and Cardboard Only.

Week Three (Monday 11 May onwards): Normal recycling collection resumes.

Along with the gradual reintroduction of kerbside recycling, council’s landfill and transfer stations will also reopen to the general public from Tuesday 28 April, with the following exceptions:

No recycling accepted at Taupō, Kinloch, Turangi and Mangakino due to high health and safety risks.

Eftpos only – no cash accepted.

Sites will have customer limits using the facility, so please expect delays.

Omori to remain at current service levels – only prepaid bags please.

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1630 days ago

We're keen to hear about your health care

Kelly Dennett Reporter from Sunday Star Times

The Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait … View moreThe Sunday Star-Times is looking to speak to a patient who has recently had some experience of the health system - either receiving treatment in a hospital or clinic or at an ED - and would be willing to talk about their experience, and how it could have been made better, either by shorter wait times, better communication or level of care. We'd need you to be happy to be identified and photographed (from a distance). If you think you can help, please email senior journalist Andrea Vance on andrea.vance@stuff.co.nz.

1630 days ago

Have your say!

The Team from South Waikato District Council

SWDC’s Annual Plan 2020-21 – have your say!

If you are interested in the proposed 0% rate increase, postponement of the wheelie bin introduction, Fees and Charges, Tīrau CBD WiFi and CCTV, and several waste anomalies (Baird Road current recycling zone, Amisfield and Pellikan Place).

You… View more
SWDC’s Annual Plan 2020-21 – have your say!

If you are interested in the proposed 0% rate increase, postponement of the wheelie bin introduction, Fees and Charges, Tīrau CBD WiFi and CCTV, and several waste anomalies (Baird Road current recycling zone, Amisfield and Pellikan Place).

You need to follow the link and make a submission.
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1636 days ago

Single mum's tiny house lockdown

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Following on from yesterday's tiny house story, here's single mum Shaye sharing her experience in isolation

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1637 days ago

All eyes on the tiny house

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

Tiny house builders have had a surge in interest during the lockdown, some from families that are 'herding'

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1631 days ago

Stick to your bubble, not your couch - join Red Cross Virtual Tour

Red Cross Communications from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

During COVID-19 lockdowns overseas, we've seen someone run a half marathon on a tiny balcony and the distance of Everest up and down a staircase. What will we see next in New Zealand!?

We are an active country and we like to get outdoors in our beautiful landscapes. But we know that right now… View more
During COVID-19 lockdowns overseas, we've seen someone run a half marathon on a tiny balcony and the distance of Everest up and down a staircase. What will we see next in New Zealand!?

We are an active country and we like to get outdoors in our beautiful landscapes. But we know that right now we must #stayhomesavelives. Here is a way that you can still keep active in your own home, and still enjoy the beautiful scenery that we have here in Aotearoa! ? #RedCrossVirtualTour

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1631 days ago

COVID-19 free assessement and testing centres

Waikato District Health Board

Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms … View more
Hey neighbours, Waikato DHB needs to test more people for COVID-19 to protect our community. The DHB has set up a number of Community Based Assessment Centres (CBACs) throughout the Waikato, to assess and test people.

You can help Waikato beat COVID 19. If you have any of the following symptoms - a cough, a high temperature, shortness of breath, a sore throat, sneezing, a runny nose, or a temporary loss of smell - get to your local Waikato CBAC to be assessed.

They are open every day - no bookings or referrals needed. It is safe to travel here during lockdown.

Find your nearest CBAC now at: www.waikatodhb.health.nz/cbac
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1632 days ago

Council bids for Government funding to help kick start economy

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

In an effort to kick start the economy post COVID-19, one council has put in an application for over $300 million.

Taupō District Council made an application for $316 million of Government funding for 16 projects that have been previously identified in the council’s Long-Term Plan.

With the … View more
In an effort to kick start the economy post COVID-19, one council has put in an application for over $300 million.

Taupō District Council made an application for $316 million of Government funding for 16 projects that have been previously identified in the council’s Long-Term Plan.

With the 16 projects comes an estimated employment benefit of almost 2300 jobs.

The Government announced two weeks ago it was looking to invest in construction and infrastructure projects considered ‘shovel ready’.

The council’s applications include ensuring safe drinking water by bringing forward upgrades required to ensure we can provide water that meets the Government’s Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand.

A social and community housing project that would bring forward a significant greenfield residential subdivision, with the intention of bu

• Funding for a community, service and emergency centre for the Taupō District, which will include the council’s administration building.

• A social and community housing project that would bring forward a significant greenfield residential subdivision, with the intention of building affordable housing.

• An events and cultural centre for Turangi to address youth issues and deliver a range of social and health benefits.

• District wide recreational improvements including the development of sporting facilities at Mangakino and in Turangi.

Mayor David Trewavas said there was no doubt the Taupō Disrict economy had been severely impacted by COVID-19.

“It is our job to now look for ways we can help our economy recover in the quickest way possible,” he said.

“A number of these projects will no longer be going ahead without Government funding so this was our opportunity to move our district forward without have a financial impact on our ratepaying community.”

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1633 days ago

Countdown Tokoroa

Kim from South Waikato District

Has anyone noticed a difference in the 10 pack ciabatta buns lately? The last pack I bought was pretty disappointing texture wise.

1634 days ago

How are your pets handling lockdown? Share your photos below!

Neighbourly.co.nz

This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View more
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!

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1638 days ago

SuperSeniors COVID-19 special edition Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.

It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.

Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...

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1635 days ago

Don’t flush wipes, keep workers safe.

Ministry For The Environment

You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their … View more
You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their bubble at risk as well.

Do your bit for workers and their whānau, and put your wet wipes in the bin.
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