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56 days ago

FREE Holiday Worhshop: Make a Sun Catcher with ReCreators

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Wednesday 9 October, 11am - 1pm

These vibrant Sun Catchers sparkle in the sunlight and look amazing! ReCreators supply laser cut upcycled cardboard and plastic which workshop participants decorate using paint and dried flowers.

Cost: FREE, numbers limited. Bookings through ReCreators … View more
Wednesday 9 October, 11am - 1pm

These vibrant Sun Catchers sparkle in the sunlight and look amazing! ReCreators supply laser cut upcycled cardboard and plastic which workshop participants decorate using paint and dried flowers.

Cost: FREE, numbers limited. Bookings through ReCreators essential (link below).
Booking Details: events.humanitix.com...

Suitable for children 5 years old and over, adults welcome.
Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult.

56 days ago

Money pressure's putting the squeeze on planting initiatives

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

With poor farm-gate returns, ‘non-essential’ restoration work is being put on the back burner.

Catchment restoration work on Waikato farms has halved over the past two years, despite farmers being ‘willing’ to fence off land and waterways.

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56 days ago

Become a Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki these holidays!

Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

We are introducing our NEW Tui & Tama Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki Passport in time for the school holidays!
Ruru can't wait to help you have fun learning all about how we care for the special objects/taonga in our museum.
Find all of Ruru's special clues, complete the quizz and earn … View more
We are introducing our NEW Tui & Tama Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki Passport in time for the school holidays!
Ruru can't wait to help you have fun learning all about how we care for the special objects/taonga in our museum.
Find all of Ruru's special clues, complete the quizz and earn your Guardian/Kaitiaki Badge and Certificate.
Once you are a qualified Te Awamutu Museum Guardian/Kaitiaki, you can have an up-close experience with some special objects from our Handling Collection.

FREE, suitable for children aged 5 - 12 years old
Note: Children under 14 must be supervised by at least one parent/guardian.

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56 days ago

DIY cornhole set

Resene

Cornhole is the perfect game for summer entertaining and the matching scoreboard helps you see who’s winning at a glance.

Finish in contrasting Resene Lustacryl colours or choose complementary colours to suit your home.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step … View more
Cornhole is the perfect game for summer entertaining and the matching scoreboard helps you see who’s winning at a glance.

Finish in contrasting Resene Lustacryl colours or choose complementary colours to suit your home.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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57 days ago

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Trish Seddon from Te Awamutu Museum

Commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars)
Get ready for October's new Tui & Tama's FREE activities with Kōtare (kingfisher), where we'll be learning about and commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars) on October 28.

Activities available 28 Sept - 30 Oct
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Commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars)
Get ready for October's new Tui & Tama's FREE activities with Kōtare (kingfisher), where we'll be learning about and commemorating He Rā Maumahara (New Zealand Wars) on October 28.

Activities available 28 Sept - 30 Oct
Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult

Here's some recent history that highlights the importance of the day:
- The 150th anniversary of Ō-Rākau in 2014 brought about the national day of commemoration.
- Ōtorohanga College students championed a petition to Parliament with over 12,000 signatures.
- The date for future commemorations was set for October 28.
- This was the date that He Whakaputanga o te Rangatiratanga o Nu Tirene/ 1835 Declaration of Independence of the United Tribes of New Zealand was signed.
Find more info visit: www.beehive.govt.nz......

57 days ago

SWIFT Scholarship helps Mum achieve degree

SWIFT

Tokoroa Mum Renee Hirini is on track to complete her three-year nursing degree this year with help of a $5,000 scholarship from the South Waikato Investment Fund Trust (SWIFT).

For those considering applying for the SWIFT scholarship, Renee has nothing but encouragement. “My journey hasn’t … View more
Tokoroa Mum Renee Hirini is on track to complete her three-year nursing degree this year with help of a $5,000 scholarship from the South Waikato Investment Fund Trust (SWIFT).

For those considering applying for the SWIFT scholarship, Renee has nothing but encouragement. “My journey hasn’t been easy, but with the support of the scholarship, the path becomes less daunting.”

Launched in 2023, the $50,000 SWIFT scholarship scheme is breaking down barriers for South Waikato residents of all ages. Applications for SWIFT scholarships for 2025 open until 31 October.
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58 days ago

Join us for our 80th anniversary celebrations at Hamilton Gardens!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours, NZ Gardener is marking an incredible 80 years of inspiring and informing New Zealand gardeners and we want to celebrate with you! Join editor Jo McCarroll at one of a series of events across the country to mark this significant milestone. Readers in Waikato can join Jo at … View moreKia ora neighbours, NZ Gardener is marking an incredible 80 years of inspiring and informing New Zealand gardeners and we want to celebrate with you! Join editor Jo McCarroll at one of a series of events across the country to mark this significant milestone. Readers in Waikato can join Jo at Hamilton Gardens. Ticket holders will enjoy:
* an early copy of the anniversary special edition (RRP$16.20).
* a goody bag packed with gardening paraphernalia.
* a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone.
* all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens.
* canapes and bubbles
* spot prizes.
Numbers are limited, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment. We'd love to see you there.

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58 days ago

Support Pots for Tots with Resene!

Resene

Get painting and help Kiwi kids. Buy any Resene 60 mL testpot colour starting with the letter P, O or T and Resene will donate $1 to Plunket NZ.

Visit your local Resene ColorShop to find all the colour you need to bring out the best in your home.
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59 days ago

Poll: Have you been to an event at Claudelands?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Despite a dip in delegate headcounts Hamilton’s Claudelands events centre insists it’s going gangbusters, securing repeat bookings and taking business off other main centres.⁠

On Monday, in response to Waikato Times queries, the city council said that in June-August 2023 there were 9588… View more
Despite a dip in delegate headcounts Hamilton’s Claudelands events centre insists it’s going gangbusters, securing repeat bookings and taking business off other main centres.⁠

On Monday, in response to Waikato Times queries, the city council said that in June-August 2023 there were 9588 delegates attending business events at Claudelands, and 8829 in the same period this year.⁠

Have you been to an event at Claudelands? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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59 days ago

Poll: Do you think these spots chosen are good for raised pedestrian crossings?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

New plans for controversial raised pedestrian crossings in Hamilton look set to proceed on Heaphy Tce outside the Jamia Mosque and at a major intersection in Hillcrest.

Staff have recommended to the infrastructure and transport committee that a paired zebra crossing with a raised safety … View more
New plans for controversial raised pedestrian crossings in Hamilton look set to proceed on Heaphy Tce outside the Jamia Mosque and at a major intersection in Hillcrest.

Staff have recommended to the infrastructure and transport committee that a paired zebra crossing with a raised safety platform, refuge island and kerb extension is built near the mosque.

Do you think these spots chosen are good for raised pedestrian crossings? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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60 days ago

Have you heard of fake notes being used in your area?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Counterfeit notes are believed to be in circulation in Waikato after police made two arrests that resulted in counterfeit notes being seized.

The first arrest was made earlier this month on September 9, after a 33-year-old man was allegedly using counterfeit notes to purchase items from a number… View more
Counterfeit notes are believed to be in circulation in Waikato after police made two arrests that resulted in counterfeit notes being seized.

The first arrest was made earlier this month on September 9, after a 33-year-old man was allegedly using counterfeit notes to purchase items from a number of stores in the Waikato area, and was also allegedly found with multiple counterfeit notes in his possession, police said in a statement.

Have you heard of fake notes being used in your area? Tell us about it in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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60 days ago

Disorderly behaviour in Hamilton CBD

The Team from Waikato Police

Waikato Police are disappointed with the drunken behaviour and high levels of disorder, which crossed the line in the central Hamilton CBD overnight on Saturday.
A total of 30 people were arrested with high levels of intoxication, obstruction and general disorder witnessed by our police staff late… View more
Waikato Police are disappointed with the drunken behaviour and high levels of disorder, which crossed the line in the central Hamilton CBD overnight on Saturday.
A total of 30 people were arrested with high levels of intoxication, obstruction and general disorder witnessed by our police staff late Saturday night.
This is a significantly higher number of arrests than a standard Saturday night.

Of these arrests – three people were arrested for assault, 11 for disorderly behaviour, five for obstruction and four had warrants to arrest and were actively being sought by police.
It’s disappointing that five people physically obstructed our staff while officers were in the process of arresting others. Those offenders were themselves arrested for obstruction.
This is a timely reminder to people to let police do their job.
Police understand that this type of offending creates a sense of distress among our community, especially those socialising appropriately and legitimately.

It was a particularly busy night in the CBD with several events being held at different premises. Our staff were present in the central city from 8pm and further staff were called in to support them due to the amount of disorder taking place.
Several senior police staff were also on site in the CBD and checked 10 licensed premises to ensure they were complying with the liquor licensing rules.
A total of 10 liquor ban infringements were also issued to members of the public for drinking in a public place.

When individual behaviour affects other’s enjoyment of Hamilton’s hospitality scene, police will take enforcement action.
With daylight savings and warmer weather ahead, the city is only set to get busier.
Be assured police will be present in future and will hold offenders to account to stop the antisocial behaviour when it arises.
Most of the offenders were bailed to appear in court at a later date, however those with warrants to arrest will appear before the courts today.

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60 days ago

Poll: Do you think new rules on nangs will help?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Police can now prosecute retailers selling “nangs”, or nitrous oxide for recreational use, as the Government moots a further crackdown on abuse of “laughing gas”.

Medsafe on Sunday published a new advisory on nitrous oxide, which is also called “laughing gas” and used in medicine and… View more
Police can now prosecute retailers selling “nangs”, or nitrous oxide for recreational use, as the Government moots a further crackdown on abuse of “laughing gas”.

Medsafe on Sunday published a new advisory on nitrous oxide, which is also called “laughing gas” and used in medicine and food catering.

Do you think new rules on nangs will help? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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67 days ago

Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?

Vote in the poll and share… View more
Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?

Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱

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60 days ago

Ryman awarded for top customer satisfaction

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Ryman Healthcare has won the Canstar Blue 2024 award for Most Satisfied Customers in Retirement Villages in what is a first for the company. 

The award recognises retirement living communities with the highest customer satisfaction. Ryman topped the rankings, achieving a perfect five-star … View more
Ryman Healthcare has won the Canstar Blue 2024 award for Most Satisfied Customers in Retirement Villages in what is a first for the company. 

The award recognises retirement living communities with the highest customer satisfaction. Ryman topped the rankings, achieving a perfect five-star rating across all categories: Overall Satisfaction, Accommodation, Atmosphere, Facilities, Location, and Value for Money.

Click read more for the full story.

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