South Waikato District, Tokoroa

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

308 days ago

Declutter and organise photos with Peter Walsh

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says … View more
Peter is helping us out with something that nearly everyone can relate to – dealing with the unsorted photos taking up space on your phone or languishing in boxes in your home.

“Without fail, when I give a talk about getting organised, I’m always asked how to deal with photos,” says Peter.

Boxes of unsorted photos can feel overwhelming to organise so they often get left for many years to clutter up our houses. In addition to this, most of us have smartphones that make it easy to take photos anywhere, so pretty soon our digital photo life becomes cluttered too.

Click read more for the full article.

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309 days ago

Win this brand-new home!

Heart Foundation Lotteries

For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million.

Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it!

Don’t miss out! Get your tickets today at heartlottery.org.nz.
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309 days ago

Don't forget to nominate your favourite local...

Prospa

There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- … View more
There have been hundreds of wonderful entries in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero from across the country! If you haven't nominated a special local business yet, do it today.

- Got a great mechanic? Nominate them today.
- A barista who makes you smile? Nominate them today.
- A reassuring pharmacy team? Nominate them today.

Make a small business' day today by nominating them as your Prospa Local Business Hero - and you could make their whole year (our national winner picks up an incredible $10,000 prize package!)
Nominate now

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309 days ago

Music at The Rotunda 1pm Sunday 25 February 2024

Julie from Springfield - Tihiotonga

Our first Music at the Rotunda for the season, was a fabulous afternoon of entertainment, in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens! It's looking like this Sunday is going to be a hot one, so come prepared!

Bring your picnic, rug or chair to make your afternoon more … View more
Our first Music at the Rotunda for the season, was a fabulous afternoon of entertainment, in the beautiful setting of Rotorua’s Government Gardens! It's looking like this Sunday is going to be a hot one, so come prepared!

Bring your picnic, rug or chair to make your afternoon more enjoyable but, don’t bring your wine or other favourite alcoholic beverage as there is an alcohol ban in the area.

Our performers this Sunday are:
1:00pm Simply Random
A duo from Reporoa, a combination of acoustic guitars and vocals. Cover a variety of genres across several decades; including traditional, folk/country, old time as well as modern music

2:00pm Bobby Howard
Musician, vocalist, composer and stalwart of Rotorua Musical Theatre who also needs no introduction in Rotorua.
Bobby is currently working on her bilingual musical Ko Tāua (You and I)

Enjoy a lovely, relaxed afternoon at the Band Rotunda being entertained by two performers every sunny Sunday afternoon right through to and including Easter Sunday, 31 March.

Travel by bike – Rotorua Lakes Council have promised bike parking to make your day easier!

This year's series of concerts are only partly funded by The Rotorua Trust. If you would like to make a donation to help cover the costs of our entertainers, sound and advertising, we would be very grateful. All donations received will go towards Music at the Rotunda.
You can make a donation events.humanitix.com...

309 days ago

Did you know Tūrangi is getting its first social homes in decades?

Libby Totton Reporter from Taupō Times

The first state-funded public homes to be built in Tūrangi in more than 40 years will soon welcome their new tenants, and there’s more to come.
A blessing and celebration marked the completion of 10 new homes - five on Parekarangi Gr and five on Te Wharekaihua Gr - was attended by about 100 … View more
The first state-funded public homes to be built in Tūrangi in more than 40 years will soon welcome their new tenants, and there’s more to come.
A blessing and celebration marked the completion of 10 new homes - five on Parekarangi Gr and five on Te Wharekaihua Gr - was attended by about 100 people.
Local Ngāti Tūrangitukua representatives blessed the properties and people had the opportunity to walk through them.

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310 days ago

Join Our Information Day

Matamata Country Club

Experience an unsurpassed level of luxury in the Waikato at our Information Day, Friday 25 February at 10am.

Discover what makes Sanderson Group retirement villages the most sought after in New Zealand by exploring our nearly completed Tamahere Country Club at 46 Tamahere Drive, Hamilton.

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Experience an unsurpassed level of luxury in the Waikato at our Information Day, Friday 25 February at 10am.

Discover what makes Sanderson Group retirement villages the most sought after in New Zealand by exploring our nearly completed Tamahere Country Club at 46 Tamahere Drive, Hamilton.

Enjoy morning tea while you explore our five-star facilites and luxurious showhome, meet our team and learn about the vision for Matamata Country Club.

Your new chapter awaits - visit our website for further information, or RSVP to our Sales Manager, Sandy on sales@matamatacountryclub.co.nz or call 027 301 3126.
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310 days ago

Have you got a family-favourite recipe for carrots?

Jo McCarroll Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We're looking for delicious carrot recipes to feature in NZ Gardener's April issue. Send your family's favourite ways to eat this easy-to-grow vege crop to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by February 25, 2024. Every published recipe wins a copy of the April issue of NZ Gardener.

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310 days ago

‘Gap filling’ grants made to local conservation projects

The Team from Momentum Waikato

A ‘gap-filler’ conservation fund established at Momentum Waikato by a local philanthropic couple has made its first round of grants towards predator control and restoration planting projects across the region.

The Waikato Hauraki Conservation Fund was kickstarted by a significant donation by… View more
A ‘gap-filler’ conservation fund established at Momentum Waikato by a local philanthropic couple has made its first round of grants towards predator control and restoration planting projects across the region.

The Waikato Hauraki Conservation Fund was kickstarted by a significant donation by Dianne and Selwyn June in 2021, and then boosted by a donation from the estate of the late John and Bunny Mortimer, who established the Taitua Arboretum.

The new Conservation Fund welcomes public donations that will grow the ongoing investment income it uses to support conservation work by voluntary groups and landowners.

“From what we’ve seen, it is the small things that need reliable funding. For instance, they might need to buy some bait stations, perhaps send some attendees on a first aid course, or buy safety gear” says Dianne.

Click 'Read More' to find out which groups received the first grants from the Waikato Hauraki Conservation Fund.

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311 days ago

Navigate the Digital World with Confidence

The Team from Fraser ACE Adult Community Education

Empower yourself in the digital world with Fraser ACE's 'Computers for Beginners' course! Designed for absolute novices, this course offers a friendly and supportive environment to learn essential computer skills.

From navigating the desktop to sending emails and browsing the … View more
Empower yourself in the digital world with Fraser ACE's 'Computers for Beginners' course! Designed for absolute novices, this course offers a friendly and supportive environment to learn essential computer skills.

From navigating the desktop to sending emails and browsing the web, you'll gain the confidence you need to thrive in today's technology-driven society. Our experienced instructor will guide you every step of the way, ensuring that no question goes unanswered. Don't let technology intimidate you any longer – join us and embark on a journey to unlock the endless possibilities that computers offer.

Enroll now and take your first steps towards digital literacy! Term 2 opens beginning of March; explore Fraser ACE to explore courses.
Join Beginners Computer

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311 days ago

$15,000 to welcome you home...

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list - $15,000 back for a limited time*.
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It could be our wonderful staff. Our vibrant communities. Our amazing amenities. Or just the peace of mind that our guaranteed fixed base weekly fee* brings. There are so many reasons to choose the Ryman lifestyle. We’d love to add one more reason to your list - $15,000 back for a limited time*.

If you sign up to one of our new home offers, you’ll get a $15,000 credit on settlement*.

There’s truly never been a better time to choose Ryman.

*Terms and conditions apply.
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311 days ago

Become an influencer?

Bruce from South Waikato District

I am an online "influencer" and wondered if anyone was interested in attending a FREE presentation where I would explain what's involved, what has worked for me and the traps that await the unprepared.

My two YouTube channels have a combined total of almost half a million … View more
I am an online "influencer" and wondered if anyone was interested in attending a FREE presentation where I would explain what's involved, what has worked for me and the traps that await the unprepared.

My two YouTube channels have a combined total of almost half a million subscribers and my videos have been seen a total of about 130 million times. It is now a full-time job for me and I know there are many others who would also love to have the job-title "influencer" so if there's enough interest I'll try to organise such a seminar along with an open Q&A session. I'm happy to help others and share my experiences/knowledge.

On a couple of occasions I have tried to organise such an event through the rate-payer funded Impact Hub in Tokoroa but they're just not interested in supporting such an initiative so I'd have to organise a venue but the first step is to see how many might be interested.

No, I'm not trying to sell anyone anything -- this would be done at my own cost and is simply an attempt to help those who might be considering a career as an influencer.

And, for the record, I'm 71 years old so age is not a barrier :-)

312 days ago

Join the Audience for new Theatre

The Team from Momentum Waikato

The Waikato Regional Theatre, under construction in the South End of the Hamilton CBD, will be a world-class performance venue with a stunning vista of the river.

Share the Stage - this multi-purpose performing arts centre will be both a springboard for local talent and a heartland drawcard for … View more
The Waikato Regional Theatre, under construction in the South End of the Hamilton CBD, will be a world-class performance venue with a stunning vista of the river.

Share the Stage - this multi-purpose performing arts centre will be both a springboard for local talent and a heartland drawcard for the world’s best entertainment.

The 1300-seat state-of-the-art auditorium, featuring crystal-clear acoustics, up-close sightlines and variable stage and viewing configurations, will be able to showcase every kind of live performance.

Click ‘Join the Audience’ to sign up for updates at sharethestage.co.nz
Join the Audience

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312 days ago

Meatstock is back!

Meatstock NZ

If an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.

It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.

Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.

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If an offset smoker and an electric guitar had a baby, it would be Meatstock.

It's a sensory explosion that combines the best live fire barbecue experts and pitmasters in the country with an epic lineup of live music, entertainment, and competitions.

Barbecue, Bands and Bedlam.

24-25th February - Mystery Creek,Hamilton.
Find out more

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312 days ago

Rotorua UkeBox sing and strum along with open mic

Julie from Springfield - Tihiotonga

Fancy an afternoon singing your heart out ? Well join the lovely folks that come to UkeBox 3pm at Te Runanga tea house in the Government Gardens.
Bring a ukulele if you have one, or just come to sing/listen as you prefer.
Gold coin donation appreciated 😀
Song sheets are attached to this … View more
Fancy an afternoon singing your heart out ? Well join the lovely folks that come to UkeBox 3pm at Te Runanga tea house in the Government Gardens.
Bring a ukulele if you have one, or just come to sing/listen as you prefer.
Gold coin donation appreciated 😀
Song sheets are attached to this message. We won’t get through them all and you don't need to print them out as they are projected up onto a screen for all to see.

Look forward to new and old comers alike 🤗
We start after Music at the Rotunda so you can have a fun filled musical afternoon!

02 UkeBox Feb 24 for FB.pdf Download View

312 days ago

wedding dresses & uniforms at the SPCA op shop in Te Awamutu

Kelly from Te Awamutu

Wedding dresses and Uniforms are still available.
We have also re-stocked our $2 clearance, come grab a bargain ( there are some designer items amongst them).
Every purchase helps animals in need.

Negotiable

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