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2094 days ago

Melbourne City Ballet Presents Alice in Wonderland @ The Plaza Theatre Putaruru

Manager from The Plaza Theatre

Two of Australias leading Choreographers, Melbourne City Ballet’s Michael Pappalardo (Artistic Director) and Brendan Bradshaw (Artistic Associate), Collaborate to pay homage to the well known novel by Lewis Carroll, “Alice In Wonderland”.

With this enchanting ballet complimented by a … View more
Two of Australias leading Choreographers, Melbourne City Ballet’s Michael Pappalardo (Artistic Director) and Brendan Bradshaw (Artistic Associate), Collaborate to pay homage to the well known novel by Lewis Carroll, “Alice In Wonderland”.

With this enchanting ballet complimented by a Tchaikovsky’s arrangement. ”Alice In Wonderland" tells the story of a young girl who is whisked away to a magical world of wonder. Falling through a rabbit hole she meets magical creatures both strange and mysterious on her adventure to find her way home.

Join the White Rabbit, Queen of Hearts and the Mad Hatter as Alice ventures through Wonderland. This all new ballet is perfect for all ages and is a magical portrayal of the classical story. Over a year in the making Melbourne City Ballet is set to entertain across Australia and New Zealand and bring a smile to both ballet audiences with its exquisite choreography and non ballet audiences through its dynamic story telling.

“I am so delighted to be bringing this ballet to New Zealand, my second home, having spent over 10 years of my career at the Royal New Zealand Ballet, it is a dream come true to stage this fantastic new ballet across the country” Bradshaw said.

“ The magic I felt the watching the cartoon as a child has inspired me to take on this partnership with Brendan. I want to be able to capture what I experienced as a child, and recreate it for audiences across Australia and New Zealand” Michael Pappalardo.

With 40 unique costumes and newly designed tour-able sets, this ballet is sure to be a colourful and playful rendition on this story.

In true Melbourne City Ballet fashion the company brings a feast of movement to the stage. “We work very hard to produce breathtaking ballets at MCB. We work closely with the dancers to ensure that

everything comes together from the portrayal of the characters to how the whole ballet works together, we want a show that speaks to the audience through the whole journey.”

Tickets are available from The Plaza or Eventfinda:

$40 -Adults

$30 - Senior

$20 - Child

Negotiable

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2100 days ago

Tokoroa forestlands Toastmasters demo meeting

Julian Neighbourly Lead from South Waikato District

Hi Everyone
Toastmasters is having another demo meeting this Thursday night at Tokoroa club, upstairs in the blue room 7pm, everyone is welcome we have loads of fun, toastmasters is the place to be if you would like to become more confident at speaking and want to meet some fantastic people

2095 days ago

A little movement can really help

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed … View moreIf you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed especially for those over 65.

They're fun, social and affordable. Visit livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Learn more

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2095 days ago

Acetic acid

Colin from South Waikato District

So last year my chemist got $21.99 off me for 100mls, this year they wanted $42.00. WTF? I tried to argue the price with them, but as usual it is like talking to a brick wall.
Solution, trademe, $27.27 including shipping for 1litre not a piddling 100mls.
Thank God for trademe!

2095 days ago

Volunteer opportunity

Service Centre Coordinator from Red Cross - Waikato Service Centre

Hi everyone,
Interested in supporting a former refugee family settling in Hamilton?
Our next free training course is starting soon, on 21 March 2019. Sessions will run on 21,28 March and 4,11 and 18 April

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2096 days ago

Need finance to grow your business?

Prospa

Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or … View more
Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or weekly) over terms from 3 to 24 months, and no security is required to access up to $100,000. Apply in 10 minutes and you could have the funds in 24-48 hours for whatever your business needs. Visit prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.

*Conditions Apply
Apply now

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2097 days ago

Teaching that changes us all

The Team from Ministry of Education

All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View more
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.

Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.

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2098 days ago

Award winning CATS, extensive tour of NZ in 2019.

Cats the Musical

One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

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One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

This new production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece will visit 16 cities nationwide in April and May. As well as, being the first major theatrical performance at the $127.5 million refurbished Christchurch Town Hall it will also visit Auckland and Wellington and many of the larger regional theatres throughout New Zealand - details below.

Since its world premiere, CATS has been presented in over 30 countries and has been seen by over 73 million people worldwide. CATS is based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. The musical tells the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night they make what is known as "the Jellicle choice" and decide which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new life.
Book your tickets now!

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2105 days ago

Poll: Do you support the South Waikato District Council's move to develop a new Tokoroa Transfer Station?

Luke Kirkeby Reporter from South Waikato News

The South Waikato District Council had voted in favour of building a new transfer station rather than a new landfill. What do you think of the move? Share your thoughts below.

Read more here: www.stuff.co.nz...

*Information may be used for editorial purposes.

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Do you support the South Waikato District Council's move to develop a new Tokoroa Transfer Station?
  • 19% Great move.
    19% Complete
  • 38.1% It will end up costing more long term.
    38.1% Complete
  • 23.8% I don't mind either way.
    23.8% Complete
  • 19% Terrible decision.
    19% Complete
21 votes
2098 days ago

🌈 Celebrate Community – Mar. 1st to 31st 💙🎉

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Knowing your neighbours is one thing, but actually spending time together is to write a much richer story together... an opportunity to have fun, learn more about each other, and recognise that the strings that connect us often run much longer than just the length of our streets.

This month is all… View more
Knowing your neighbours is one thing, but actually spending time together is to write a much richer story together... an opportunity to have fun, learn more about each other, and recognise that the strings that connect us often run much longer than just the length of our streets.

This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn't the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it's the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.

A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which is celebrating it's 10th anniversary from March 22nd to 31st. To help you get started, we love their suggestions for 10 little and 10 big ways to get involved. (link below)

Let us know how you're celebrating this month by tagging us in your posts + using the following hashtag so we can see what you get up to:

#NSNZcelebratecommunity

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2099 days ago

Dream Childcare Is Coming To Hamilton!

Dream Aupair

Dream Au Pair, Dream Educator and KiwiOz Nannies have been operating for over 14 years with over 500 Au Pairs, 300 Nannies and 30 Educators.

Our philosophy is to support our Nannies, Educators and Au Pairs throughout their careers by providing exceptional professional development opportunities … View more
Dream Au Pair, Dream Educator and KiwiOz Nannies have been operating for over 14 years with over 500 Au Pairs, 300 Nannies and 30 Educators.

Our philosophy is to support our Nannies, Educators and Au Pairs throughout their careers by providing exceptional professional development opportunities and support with gaining qualifications.

For all Nannies and Educators who join the Dream Education Programme we will pay you $250 per child that enrolls with you.
(T&C apply)

Come along and meet our Waikato Teacher, Maree Lawn, who has over 20 years of local experience in the early childhood education sector.

Perks include everything from flu jabs and FREE First Aid Certification to reduced gym memberships, discounted car servicing and sessions at LEAD.

We are hosting an information evening to meet with you, understand how we can support you in your role and share with you our vision.

When Tuesday 5th March 2019 | 7pm
Where: Distinction Hotel and Conference Centre, Hamilton

Please RSVP to Yulia
yuliafischer@dream.co.nz or Google Form
Find out more!

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