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1822 days ago

Our February SuperSeniors Newsletter is out now!

Office for Seniors

Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to … View more
Our first SuperSeniors Newsletter of the year is out now!

This issue has information about a free driving course from Age Concern New Zealand and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, some advice from SPCA about pet ownership, a warning from Consumer NZ about a discount scheme being offered to seniors, tips on how to look after your wellbeing and loads more.

Check it out and pass it on! bit.ly...

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1822 days ago

Check out our 2021 programme!

Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival

Celebrate everything that makes Aotearoa extraordinary, with seven days of music, theatre, dance and culinary delights!

With over 50 shows, from opera to avant-garde, immersive theatre to afro-funk, and pretty much everything in between, discover a world of arts in your own backyard.

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Celebrate everything that makes Aotearoa extraordinary, with seven days of music, theatre, dance and culinary delights!

With over 50 shows, from opera to avant-garde, immersive theatre to afro-funk, and pretty much everything in between, discover a world of arts in your own backyard.

Highlights include the inimitable Tami Neilson, Julia Deans covering Joni Mitchell, NZ Opera, Gourmet in the Gardens and the Rodger Fox Big Band.

From comedy to cabaret, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Buy your tickets now!
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1823 days ago

Art Exhibition

Colleen from Thames

Looking for some colour in your life?
Everyone is welcome to join local mixed media artist Colleen Waite for the opening of her upcoming exhibition of contemporary works.
Opening event on Saturday 20th February from 4pm until 6pm, at the Thamesian Art Gallery, 533 Pollen Street in Thames.
The … View more
Looking for some colour in your life?
Everyone is welcome to join local mixed media artist Colleen Waite for the opening of her upcoming exhibition of contemporary works.
Opening event on Saturday 20th February from 4pm until 6pm, at the Thamesian Art Gallery, 533 Pollen Street in Thames.
The exhibition, free to enter, will run until the end of March.
All welcome!

1825 days ago

Poll: Which photograph takes the cake?

Ashleigh from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these… View more
Kia ora Aotearoa! Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
Stuff received almost 300 entries in the category featuring all things local and we have whittled these down to six brilliantly captured photographs in the running to win a Canon EOS camera.

You can hear more about these finalist entries on our blog, but judging is simple:
Cast your vote in the poll below before 3pm, February 11.

Which photograph takes the cake?
  • 42.5% Finalist 1: Ken Hansen (The beach)
    42.5% Complete
  • 11.8% Finalist 2: Tiana Golder (Mana Wāhine)
    11.8% Complete
  • 12.4% Finalist 3: Tom Mazey (Vintage cars)
    12.4% Complete
  • 7% Finalist 4: Vivian Gehrmann (On the farm)
    7% Complete
  • 16.6% Finalist 5: Stephane Dussau (Maori Battallion)
    16.6% Complete
  • 9.8% Finalist 6: Kate Henry (Kids playing)
    9.8% Complete
1332 votes
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1823 days ago

Moving Out Garage Sale

Lisa from Thames

205A Tony Avenue Thames Saturday 13th Feb 8am to 12pm.
Lots of furniture AND house hold items etc ALL MUST GO.

1823 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner … View moreWe have been bowled over by the amazing entries to the Resene Shed of the Year 2021 competition. There's still time though, to submit yours. Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever storage spaces, cute chicken coops and potty potting sheds. The winner receives $3000 worth of gardening gear and the runner-up receives $1075 worth of prizes.

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1823 days ago

This week's latest Blueprint

Hamilton Harcourts

View Hamilton Harcourts' latest interactive Blueprint.

If you'd like to receive Blueprint in your inbox each week, subscribe here.
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1824 days ago

Want to Volunteer? We can help!

Heather Moore from Volunteering Waikato

Often we hear from people that they would like to volunteer but they don't know how to start, or where to find what they are looking for. You will be pleased to know we are helping to solve that problem!

It just takes a couple of clicks... head to the link below, select your town and … View more
Often we hear from people that they would like to volunteer but they don't know how to start, or where to find what they are looking for. You will be pleased to know we are helping to solve that problem!

It just takes a couple of clicks... head to the link below, select your town and BINGO!... you can see what help is needed in your community. So simple it's silly! Go and have a look... we dare you!

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1824 days ago

Honda generators, water blasters, log splitters and more

BE Pressure

Brian here from BE Pressure Supply, Check out the range of Honda powered product on our website or visit one of our dealers nationwide.

We have a superior range of product that will help you split wood for winter, clean buildings and paths, supply power when the grid lets you down and pump water… View more
Brian here from BE Pressure Supply, Check out the range of Honda powered product on our website or visit one of our dealers nationwide.

We have a superior range of product that will help you split wood for winter, clean buildings and paths, supply power when the grid lets you down and pump water to the tank or troughs.

Check out the range at www.bep.kiwi or phone us on 0800237769 to get the best deal on your new Honda powered machine.
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1825 days ago

Genealogy at Thames Library

Carolyn from Thames

Calling all family history researchers! How's your research going? Have you come up against a brick wall? Do you need someone to help you break through it? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can help you. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of … View moreCalling all family history researchers! How's your research going? Have you come up against a brick wall? Do you need someone to help you break through it? Experienced researchers from the Thames branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists can help you. At THAMES LIBRARY, on the 2nd Friday of each month, from 10am to midday. This is a free service. Come along to Thames Library on Friday 12th February.

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1825 days ago

We LOVE swimming

Hilton Brown Swimming

And we want you and your family to love it as well!

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.

The Free Trial lesson is … View more
And we want you and your family to love it as well!

We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.

Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.

The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers.
Find out more

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1826 days ago

WANTED TO BUY SMOCKED BABY DRESSES SIZES 0 - 5 YEARS

Tina from Thames

HI IM INTERESTED IN BUYING GIRLS SMOCKED DRESSES, AGES FROM 0- 5 YEARS. MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION, NO STAINS OR TEARS.

IF INTERESTED EMAIL ME AT littlecrackerjack@xtra.co.nz along with photo's and contact details.

1827 days ago

Hunger for Colour - swap and save!

Resene

Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a … View more
Swap a can of food for a FREE Resene testpot!

Bring a can of food into your local Resene owned ColorShop and you can swap it for a Resene testpot (60-80ml).

Resene will then donate all the food brought in to The Salvation Army local foodbanks and other community foodbanks.

By adding a little more colour to your life you can also help those in need. When you donate a can of food you'll save on your testpot purchase (save up to $5.80 on an 80ml testpot) while also helping provide disadvantaged Kiwis with food parcels when they need them most.
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1832 days ago

We Say, You Say: Fire Escape Plans

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi Waikato,

Do you have a fire escape plan?

A fire that engulfed a house in Pokeno was found to have been caused by grass clippings catching alight on a lawnmower that was still hot from use.

Fire crews responded to the house fire on January 31, with four crews at the scene and another … View more
Hi Waikato,

Do you have a fire escape plan?

A fire that engulfed a house in Pokeno was found to have been caused by grass clippings catching alight on a lawnmower that was still hot from use.

Fire crews responded to the house fire on January 31, with four crews at the scene and another three dispatched.

Area Commander Geoff Purcell said that the occupants of the house were lucky to get out quickly. "This fire shows that fire can get very real, fast...It can take just three minutes for a fire to become deadly."

Share your thoughts below and please type NFP if you don't want your comments featured in your local community paper.

You can plan your fire escape at www.escapemyhouse.co.nz...
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1829 days ago

There are so many reasons to be grateful to call Aotearoa New Zealand our home. 😌🙏

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Let's keep working together to make our communities better for everyone while honouring Te Ao Māori.

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