South Waikato District, Tokoroa

422 days ago

Create a Journal Workshop

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We'd like to introduce Bronwyn Bulwer, a writer and certified Change & Transition facilitator who helps women navigate life with insight, joy and intention. Bronwyn has had great success with running workshops and we're so excited to have her host a workshop here at the Centre.
Enjoy… View more
We'd like to introduce Bronwyn Bulwer, a writer and certified Change & Transition facilitator who helps women navigate life with insight, joy and intention. Bronwyn has had great success with running workshops and we're so excited to have her host a workshop here at the Centre.
Enjoy a fun and creative workshop learning to make your own journal using collage, mixed media and basic bookbinding skills.
Together we will explore different ways to play with words, images, wash tape, stitching and found treasures to create different pages.

Suitable for all skill levels. Imperfection celebrated!

• Bookings essential through email: museum@waipadc.govt.nz or phone 07 8720085.

• Spaces are limited get in fast to book your seat!

• This is a Crafty Arty Adult Workshop (for ages 13yrs+)

• Saturday 9th September starting 10.30am-1.30pm.

• COST $25 per participant.

Looking forward to seeing all you adults joining in the fun. Please let us know what other workshops you'd like us to present.

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423 days ago

LOVE TO DANCE | Applications open now!

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Win one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear … View more
Win one of three $5,000 grants to support your community's love of dance!

Whether it’s pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet – if you’re encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we want to hear from you!

Know someone who could use our support? Apply now!
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424 days ago

Family History Month with Ruru

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Our Ruru is a guardian of the forest who loves to call his friends at
night to go hunting.
This month Ruru is showcasing Family History month with these FREE activities such as:
• Make a Ruru mask with coloured card, tissue paper, metallic markers, whetu stickers and glue.
• Create a … View more
Our Ruru is a guardian of the forest who loves to call his friends at
night to go hunting.
This month Ruru is showcasing Family History month with these FREE activities such as:
• Make a Ruru mask with coloured card, tissue paper, metallic markers, whetu stickers and glue.
• Create a Ruru taonga box with cardboard, glue and embellishments.
• Write your name on a leaf and add it to the big Family Tree.
FREE entry
Open Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 10am - 2pm

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424 days ago

Crafty Arty Adult Workshops: Make a Brooch

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Join Hilary and using your own design
create a brooch with embroidery thread.
Sat 26th August: 10.15am-1.45pm

Cost: $2 per adult (16+)
All materials provided for these workshops.
To book your space please e-mail: museum@waipadc.govt.nz

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424 days ago

Crafty Arty Adult Workshops: Make & Mend

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Join our host Hilary for a workshop on Creative embroidery
embellishments and mending (bring an article of clothing to work on).
Sat 12th August: 10.15am-1.45pm

Cost: $2 per adult (16+)
All materials provided for these workshops.
To book your space please e-mail: museum@waipadc.govt.nz

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426 days ago

Would you jump the ditch?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the… View more
With changes to Australia's citizenship process, many are moving to Oz for better wages and lower taxes. Have you considered moving down under or are you fiercely kiwi?
Share your thoughts by commenting below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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424 days ago

Did you hear about the mill upgrade plans?

Libby Totton Reporter from South Waikato News

The proposal is to upgrade Kinleith Mill’s energy infrastructure and build a new large-scale sawmill to supply timber and bespoke mass-timber products.
That could provide hundreds of jobs and boost the nation’s economy by more than $500 million a year, it was said at a Tuesday announcement.
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The proposal is to upgrade Kinleith Mill’s energy infrastructure and build a new large-scale sawmill to supply timber and bespoke mass-timber products.
That could provide hundreds of jobs and boost the nation’s economy by more than $500 million a year, it was said at a Tuesday announcement.
Forestry Minister Peeni Henare said it could be a “game changer” for the South Waikato. What do you think?

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424 days ago

Getting Started with Family History

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Celebrate Family History Month this August with Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre and the Te Awamutu Genealogy Society!

30 August, 11am-12pm.

Join us for a FREE talk on how to get started with researching your family history.
Learn tips and tricks from the experts and … View more
Celebrate Family History Month this August with Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre and the Te Awamutu Genealogy Society!

30 August, 11am-12pm.

Join us for a FREE talk on how to get started with researching your family history.
Learn tips and tricks from the experts and discover the resources available here at the centre – including a new subscription to Ancestry Library Edition, FREE for users.

Bookings essential through email: museum@waipadc.govt.nz or phone 07 8720085.
Spaces are limited get in fast to book your seat!

COST FREE!
Limited parking onsite at back of Centre and on Rickit Road.
Also close parking on Jackson St by Super Liquor and Carlton Street.
Looking forward to seeing all you and we’re excited to support your researching journey!

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425 days ago

Waste Milk, Penicillin Milk needed.

Hayley from Mangakino

Waste milk, penicillin milk or colostrum wanted for rescue animals
Please call 0274533883

425 days ago

Last chance to buy tickets!

Heart Foundation

Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million this Jennian Homes build features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
Lottery closing soon! Buy your tickets today for a chance to win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million this Jennian Homes build features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment.

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Buy tickets now

427 days ago

One gift? Why not give 52 gifts with The TV Guide.

The TV Guide

Spoil the TV connoisseur in your life with a subscription to NZ’s most popular entertainment magazine. The TV Guide contains TV listings, entertainment, gossip, competitions, puzzles, and more!

This Father’s Day, gift a 1-year subscription to The TV Guide and save $57 off RRP - 52 issues … View more
Spoil the TV connoisseur in your life with a subscription to NZ’s most popular entertainment magazine. The TV Guide contains TV listings, entertainment, gossip, competitions, puzzles, and more!

This Father’s Day, gift a 1-year subscription to The TV Guide and save $57 off RRP - 52 issues delivered weekly straight to their home. Offer available until 2 September 2023.

The team at The TV Guide.
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429 days ago

Poll: True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.

The Team from Heart Foundation NZ

To find out the answer, click the link below and take our ‘Truth about alcohol' quiz.

www.heartfoundation.org.nz...

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True or false? Drinking a glass of red wine every day is good for your heart.
  • 50.1% True
    50.1% Complete
  • 49.9% False
    49.9% Complete
2429 votes
428 days ago

Haven Falls Taupo

Haven Falls

Haven Falls are very blessed to open a funeral home here in Taupo, Ngati Tuwharetoa.

Funeral packages start at $3,290.00, with no deposit and a 30-day invoice.

Haven Falls is family-owned and operated with over 20 years of experience in funeral planning and we are here to assist you and … View more
Haven Falls are very blessed to open a funeral home here in Taupo, Ngati Tuwharetoa.

Funeral packages start at $3,290.00, with no deposit and a 30-day invoice.

Haven Falls is family-owned and operated with over 20 years of experience in funeral planning and we are here to assist you and your family through your time of loss. We understand that mourning the loss of someone you love, is an event that can be challenging both mentally and physically, whether expected or unforeseen. The environment at Haven Falls offers families a stress-free and relaxed atmosphere, spacious chapels, family and reception lounges if required with on-site kitchens.

You can trust that our professional staff will ensure all your practical
requirements are met in a caring and professional manner. Call us anytime, 24 hours, Taupo wide for consultation and discussions.

Servicing families of Taupo, Turangi and South Waikato.
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430 days ago

Poll: How do you keep your dentures sparkling?

The Denture Man

Keeping your dentures sparkling isn't hard but there are sensible ways to do it - and not so sensible. What do you think the right way to do it is?

(Contact us - The Denture Man - if you have questions about dentures. We'd love to hear from you.)
Find out more

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How do you keep your dentures sparkling?
  • 69.8% Denture cleaner tablets
    69.8% Complete
  • 14% Bleach and toothpaste
    14% Complete
  • 7% Vinegar and baking soda
    7% Complete
  • 4.7% Lemon juice and salt
    4.7% Complete
  • 4.7% Ketchup and mustard
    4.7% Complete
43 votes
436 days ago

The most beautiful spot in every region of NZ

Lorna Thornber Reporter from Stuff Travel

Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in … View more
Hi there,
We're on the lookout for the most beautiful spots in New Zealand, and would love to hear your favourites.
While it will be impossible to include all of them in one article, we'd appreciate your help in narrowing it down. What do you think are most beautiful places in NZ's regions? Do you have a favourite spot in the Waikato, Taranaki, Canterbury, Southland or elsewhere?
Feel free to comment below, send me a message or email me at lorna.thornber@stuff.co.nz. Please include 'NFP' in your comment if you do not want it or your name included in an article. Thanks in advance for taking the time to share.

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