South Waikato District, Tokoroa

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1856 days ago

Offering Companionship & Security

Matamata Country Lodge

Set in peaceful surroundings with beautiful trees and gardens, with good sized rooms to accommodate residents precious belongs.

The Matamata Country Lodge now has Assisted living apartments starting from $390,000 and Individual Chalets starting from $495 000.00. We have large Chalets with … View more
Set in peaceful surroundings with beautiful trees and gardens, with good sized rooms to accommodate residents precious belongs.

The Matamata Country Lodge now has Assisted living apartments starting from $390,000 and Individual Chalets starting from $495 000.00. We have large Chalets with plenty of space between each dwelling, all fully refurbished. When some additional care is required, our assisted living apartments are an excellent option.

We have various levels of care available to suit the individual needs of our assisted living residents - with a focus on maximising the residents privacy and independence.

We also provide Rest Home and Hospital Beds. Carer Support, Respite Care and Day Care.

Phone Darrell Shaw to discuss available options 07 888 4090.
Learn more

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1857 days ago

Poll: What's your go-to exercise?

Reporter Taupō Times

With Summer well on its way with lovely long, light evenings, there's plenty of reason to get out and about. What's your go-to evening exercise?

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What's your go-to exercise?
  • 89.5% Light walking
    89.5% Complete
  • 0% Running
    0% Complete
  • 0% Hitting the gym
    0% Complete
  • 0% Swimming
    0% Complete
  • 5.3% Yoga/pilates
    5.3% Complete
  • 5.3% Other (please comment)
    5.3% Complete
19 votes
1857 days ago

Have you voted for your Gardener of the Year for 2019?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Voting closes tomorrow, November 1. These amazing homegrown heroes were shortlisted after a public call for nominations from gardeners all over the country, and you can read about their wonderful work here. Then don't forget to click through to vote for your favourite!

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1857 days ago

Guy Fawkes Poll

Will from South Waikato District

Hi People,
Just read in the paper about the Guy Fawkes Poll. What a load of RUBBISH ! ! ! Are you only polling like minded people? Is it age or colour descrimination?
I'm sure if I did my own poll I could come up with the opposite conclusion. GET REAL!
So disappointed with neighbourly/Stuff!

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Hi People,
Just read in the paper about the Guy Fawkes Poll. What a load of RUBBISH ! ! ! Are you only polling like minded people? Is it age or colour descrimination?
I'm sure if I did my own poll I could come up with the opposite conclusion. GET REAL!
So disappointed with neighbourly/Stuff!

Will Brown

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1857 days ago

Found Rabbit

Annette from Putaruru

We have had a very cute pet rabbit arrive at our place in Griffiths St this morning. Our Furbaby Tygra chased it but it was too fast. But I think it must have furbaby friends at home because it keeps trying to get close to him. It won't let me pick it up. It has what looks like a paint … View moreWe have had a very cute pet rabbit arrive at our place in Griffiths St this morning. Our Furbaby Tygra chased it but it was too fast. But I think it must have furbaby friends at home because it keeps trying to get close to him. It won't let me pick it up. It has what looks like a paint splatter on its back.

1858 days ago

What do you think of Taupō's new street art?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Taupō Times

Hi neighbours,
Taupō's back streets now have an extra bit of colour following a weekend of street art.
Festival curator Ross Liew said Labour Weekend's Graffiato Taupō Street Art Festival was "a very successful, very smooth event".
READ MORE here.
So what do you think of these… View more
Hi neighbours,
Taupō's back streets now have an extra bit of colour following a weekend of street art.
Festival curator Ross Liew said Labour Weekend's Graffiato Taupō Street Art Festival was "a very successful, very smooth event".
READ MORE here.
So what do you think of these new, brightly coloured, pieces of art?

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1857 days ago

Enter your short story to win

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Are you an aspiring author? Entries for the Sunday Star Times short story awards are now open!

The winning entry will receive a $3000 prize + there’s a $500 prize for students in our secondary school competition.

Full details and the entry form are here.

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1858 days ago

Poll: Should dogs be allowed in cafes?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Dogs lolling beneath cafe tables while their owners sip lattes or glasses of pinot would have been unthinkable 30 years ago.

Now it is just the way Kiwis roll, with a raft of dog-friendly dining options available throughout the country. What do you think? Should dogs be allowed in cafes?

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Should dogs be allowed in cafes?
  • 20.9% Absolutely not - cafes are for humans
    20.9% Complete
  • 20.6% Definitely - I think it's a great idea
    20.6% Complete
  • 15.4% It depends on the cafe
    15.4% Complete
  • 43% Only in cafes with outdoor areas
    43% Complete
2645 votes
1858 days ago

Poll: What's your go-to exercise?

Reporter South Waikato News

With Summer well on its way with lovely long, light evenings, there's plenty of reason to get out and about. What's your go-to evening exercise?

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What's your go-to exercise?
  • 50% Light walking
    50% Complete
  • 8.3% Running
    8.3% Complete
  • 16.7% Hitting the gym
    16.7% Complete
  • 0% Swimming
    0% Complete
  • 8.3% Yoga/pilates
    8.3% Complete
  • 16.7% Other (please comment)
    16.7% Complete
12 votes
1858 days ago

Tokoroa Aero Club Meeting 7th November

Luke Frogley from Tokoroa and Districts Aero Club

Tokoroa and Districts Aero Club will be having our monthly general meeting at the Tokoroa Airfield on the 7th of November. Meeting starts at 7:30pm. If you've ever thought about learning to fly come along and meet some fellow aviators and learn about opportunities in the South Waikato!

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1859 days ago

Christmas came early! 😍😍😍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Our new website is now live and ready for visitors. Click below to see it for yourself.

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1859 days ago

Dog training classes

Diana from Matamata

For puppies, older dogs, new dogs, new handlers - something for everyone. All details at www.wingsdogtraining.co.nz...
Come and have some fun with your dog!

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