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The Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a … View moreThe Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival is on 20 Feb – 3 March, and we’re bringing a few different events to the mix this year.
Don’t miss the NZ premiere of circus-cabaret Deluxe Deluxe! Explore the gardens in ways you’ve never done so before with interactive garden experiences, or enjoy a line-up of emerging young opera stars on the Waikato River Explorer.
Book your tickets now through Ticketek to secure your place at one, two or ten of our exciting events. We'd love to see you there.
Sally and Bronwyn
Festival Co-Directors
Treat yourself this long weekend- Don’t leave it too late to get your tickets to these 2 beautiful events in Thames this Saturday - day and night! Take your pick or be like me and indulge in your own well-being and do both! Discover your Inner Radiance workshop during the day and Shamanic … View moreTreat yourself this long weekend- Don’t leave it too late to get your tickets to these 2 beautiful events in Thames this Saturday - day and night! Take your pick or be like me and indulge in your own well-being and do both! Discover your Inner Radiance workshop during the day and Shamanic Healing Sound Journey in the evening. Tickets for Inner Radiance can be found here - www.trybooking.com... or Healing Sound Journey here - www.trybooking.com...
. For more info go to FB Elevation Nz. So privileged to have Claire Jeanne and Will at Health Groove in Thames. Hope to see you there. These events normally sell out
Your generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: … View moreYour generosity is helping to ensure we have another successful Wasp Wipeout season this summer. Baiting is about to start in some areas so thank you to those who are volunteering to help put it out. You can donate to Wasp Wipeout here: givealittle.co.nz... or find out more here: www.stuff.co.nz...
FIRMFIT - The strongest Waterproof floor... fit for when life (sun, fun, accidents) happens! Authentic design with real wood feel, environmentally friendly, quick & easy to install directly over most existing hard surface floors. Comes with Lifetime warranty for residential use. 15-year … View moreFIRMFIT - The strongest Waterproof floor... fit for when life (sun, fun, accidents) happens! Authentic design with real wood feel, environmentally friendly, quick & easy to install directly over most existing hard surface floors. Comes with Lifetime warranty for residential use. 15-year warranty for commercial use.
FIRMFIT will be available for ordering from Colourplus Thames (448 Pollen Street) from early Feb. 2019. Product info and samples are available in store right now!
ATROGUARD technology was specifically developed to combine the natural wood element and rigidity of Laminate flooring with water resistance of Luxury Vinyl. The result is a truly multi-functional and 100% natural wood fiber floor. It is the Next Generation of Water Resistant Flooring that ticked … View moreATROGUARD technology was specifically developed to combine the natural wood element and rigidity of Laminate flooring with water resistance of Luxury Vinyl. The result is a truly multi-functional and 100% natural wood fiber floor. It is the Next Generation of Water Resistant Flooring that ticked 10 out of 10 boxes of functionality vs standard Laminate, LVT that only ticks 2 or 4.
ATROGUARD will be available for ordering from Colourplus Thames (448 Pollen Street) from early Feb. 2019. Product info and samples are available in store right now!
Hi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache … View moreHi neighbours,
The countdown is on to the NZ Sevens - and the real question is, what are you going to wear?
With the help of some kind locals, Cambridge resident Maioro Barton, whose name often gets mistaken for Mario, has transformed into Super Mario himself.
Maioro's impressive moustache and decked out wheelchair are bound to turn heads at the event - do you think you can top his eye-catching get-up?
Are you going to the Sevens? Will you be pulling out all the stops when it comes to your costume? We'd love to hear your best dress-up ideas.
To read more, click here.
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This spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll … View moreThis spectacular free range butterflied chicken from Tegel will be the star of the table. Seasoned with tasty Peri Peri marinade it's perfectly matched with Tzatziki yoghurt dip and fragrant couscous.
Try cooking it on the BBQ; it takes less time than a standard chicken plus it'll pick up all those fabulous barbecue flavours.
Combine good company with good food and your summer will be sizzling
Government Minister Shane Jones recently announced government funding for a feasibility study into improved wharf and harbour facilities at Coromandel town as part of the Provincial Growth Fund initiative. But sea level rise flooding of land beside the wharf/harbour has not been properly … View moreGovernment Minister Shane Jones recently announced government funding for a feasibility study into improved wharf and harbour facilities at Coromandel town as part of the Provincial Growth Fund initiative. But sea level rise flooding of land beside the wharf/harbour has not been properly considered, and a series of previous studies showing high concentrations of mercury and arsenic toxins in the mud suggest the project should not proceed. Read more at - teggtalk.wordpress.com...
Toxic shellfish have been detected on coasts of Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty.
Ministry for Primary Industries is warning people not to eat or collect any shellfish collected from the stretch of coast from Te Ororoa Point down to Bowentown Heads in Waihī. It doesn't include the Tauranga… View moreToxic shellfish have been detected on coasts of Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty.
Ministry for Primary Industries is warning people not to eat or collect any shellfish collected from the stretch of coast from Te Ororoa Point down to Bowentown Heads in Waihī. It doesn't include the Tauranga Harbour. Read more
Mike Pero MotoFest 2019 will be the homecoming for Taihape-born Kiwi international Simon Crafar. Crafer will the headline act at the second annual Mike Pero MotoFest extravaganza at Hampton Downs over the weekend of March 2-3.
The jam-packed weekend will be a unique Kiwi festival of motorcycling… View moreMike Pero MotoFest 2019 will be the homecoming for Taihape-born Kiwi international Simon Crafar. Crafer will the headline act at the second annual Mike Pero MotoFest extravaganza at Hampton Downs over the weekend of March 2-3.
The jam-packed weekend will be a unique Kiwi festival of motorcycling, with speed, power, poise, balance, daring and high-octane expression by the bucket-load.
MotoFest will run with the same format that was introduced last time around and will again include the popular Kawasaki Trail Ride, Motul Trials Challenge, Star Insurance Bike Show, Alpine Stars Dinner event, Shoei Classic, as well as the national championship superbike racing.
For the first time, ACC’s Shiny Side Up Bike Fest will also be running in conjunction with MotoFest.
Hi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View moreHi neighbours,
Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?
We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.
A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.
To read more, click here.
Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?
Experience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of … View moreExperience the real Europe & Britain in 2019 with Trafalgar.
From the hulking fjords in Norway that look as though they’ve been ripped straight from a J.R.R. Tolkien novel, to the quaint neighbourhoods of Spain where sangria flows as freely as the native tongue, Europe is a continent of many wonderful contrasts. See history come to life before your very eyes as you traverse the varied landscapes, marvel at the icons and find your happy place with a collection of real Trafalgar experiences that you can’t find on any other tour.
With 116 handcrafted itineraries and 220 cities, leave the guidebooks at home and let us show you the Real Europe and Britain.
Good people. Good times. Good everything. The Good Life.
Plus save up to 10%* when you book and pay in full before 31Jan 2019.
For more information visit your local travel agent, visit trafalgar.com or call 0800 484 333
*T&Cs apply. Refer to trafalgar.com/en-nz/destinations/europe or your travel agent for full offer details.
Offering a supercharged route into the business of computing the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology (PGCertInfoTech) is a short, intensive programme perfect for those who already possess an undergraduate degree in a non-ICT-related subject.
You’ll gain fundamental skills in … View moreOffering a supercharged route into the business of computing the Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology (PGCertInfoTech) is a short, intensive programme perfect for those who already possess an undergraduate degree in a non-ICT-related subject.
You’ll gain fundamental skills in software development, including current knowledge of object-oriented programming and design, as well as web technologies and databases, to complement your existing critical thinking and communication abilities.
Find out more at ictgraduateschool.ac.nz
Hi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite… View moreHi neighbours, our life and style reporter is on the hunt for New Zealand's favourite flavour of cake.
We asked some experts which cake they believe Kiwis love the most - read their thoughts here. But want to make sure we are up to speed with what Kiwis really think! Which is your favourite cake flavour?
Auditor General' Report says TCDC does not know the condition of 64% of its above-ground stormwater assets and 75% of its stormwater pipes and cannot accurately determine how many habitable floors were flooded in recent flood events. TCDC is not adequately reinvesting in their assets to … View moreAuditor General' Report says TCDC does not know the condition of 64% of its above-ground stormwater assets and 75% of its stormwater pipes and cannot accurately determine how many habitable floors were flooded in recent flood events. TCDC is not adequately reinvesting in their assets to maintain current levels of service and has a poor understanding of climate change flood risk. Read more at teggtalk.wordpress.com...
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