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3125 days ago

Do you deserve Community Cash?

SuperValue New Zealand

SuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.

If you are a community group such as a … View more
SuperValue is dedicated to supporting our local community. This is why each month, every SuperValue Supermarket will make a charitable donation to a deserving community group or individual as part of the SuperValue Community Cash charitable grant program.

If you are a community group such as a club, school or trust, or an individual with a community project underway and just need a hand, you could be chosen as a recipient of a $200 donation!
Apply now

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3126 days ago

Look out New Zealand - the Lions are coming!!

New Zealand Police

We want everyone to have an absolute blast while they're here... but most importantly we want everyone to stay safe on our roads. Download the PDF attachment below and share it with your English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish mates. Learn more

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Lions Series Safety Information.pdf Download View

3128 days ago

Where's the best place for a sweet treat in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky … View more
You might have noticed Neighbourly has been celebrating its third birthday this month! We’re big fans of celebrations - especially when they involve cupcakes. Or giveaways!

Comment below and tell us the best place in your neighbourhood to get a sweet treat, and we’ll shout one lucky Neighbourly member a $50 birthday Prezzy® card!

*T&Cs apply.

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3131 days ago

Transition Cafe This Wednesday

Denis from Thames

Another great thing happening on Wednesday, at the Transition Cafe is a pre-launch introduction to OUR CLIMATE DECLARATION. As this nation-wide Declaration says: "It is time to take our future into our own hands...... a different kind of future... based on respect, democracy and fairness, … View moreAnother great thing happening on Wednesday, at the Transition Cafe is a pre-launch introduction to OUR CLIMATE DECLARATION. As this nation-wide Declaration says: "It is time to take our future into our own hands...... a different kind of future... based on respect, democracy and fairness, which takes care of people and of Nature...where our climate is protected... by opposing the damaging things that are happening, and inventing, creating and supporting the positive alternatives." The declaration has been initiated by a group from all over the country, including Thames locals Jeanette Fitzsimmons, Harry Parke, and Denis Tegg. 7pm Wednesday at Brew Bar and Cafe.

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3128 days ago

TCDC mayor adopts Syrian robe as official regalia

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Mayor Sandra Goudie has adopted a traditional Syrian robe into her official regalia.

During her next official outing and at least once in the council chamber, the Thames-Coromandel leader plans to wear the black robe of finely woven cotton. The trim, a striking gold material, frames the … View more
Mayor Sandra Goudie has adopted a traditional Syrian robe into her official regalia.

During her next official outing and at least once in the council chamber, the Thames-Coromandel leader plans to wear the black robe of finely woven cotton. The trim, a striking gold material, frames the traditional pattern from the war-torn country.

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3128 days ago

Eco-friendly cemetery set to open near Thames

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

There'll be no plastic flowers or large grave stones allowed at a new burial park established near Thames.

The natural burial park, for those wanting an eco-friendly burial, is the brainchild of a group of people who got together in 2015 to explore alternative options due ot their concern … View more
There'll be no plastic flowers or large grave stones allowed at a new burial park established near Thames.

The natural burial park, for those wanting an eco-friendly burial, is the brainchild of a group of people who got together in 2015 to explore alternative options due ot their concern about the environmental impact of conventional burials.

3128 days ago

Historic phone box transformed into money machine in Tairua

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Hauraki Herald

A bright red 1938 telephone box has been transformed into a money machine and installed in Tairua's main street this week.
The telephone box-money machine is the brainchild of Gavin Morris, who retired eight years ago and returned to Tairua after several years spent sailing.
Morris is the … View more
A bright red 1938 telephone box has been transformed into a money machine and installed in Tairua's main street this week.
The telephone box-money machine is the brainchild of Gavin Morris, who retired eight years ago and returned to Tairua after several years spent sailing.
Morris is the new ...

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3131 days ago

Sea Level Rise - Thames and other towns

Denis from Thames

The New Zealand Herald has taken up my story on my latest blog – which revealed the (as yet not officially published) government's advice on sea level rise to local councils. The Govt's advice is that new development such as roads, subdivision, intensification of housing areas will in … View moreThe New Zealand Herald has taken up my story on my latest blog – which revealed the (as yet not officially published) government's advice on sea level rise to local councils. The Govt's advice is that new development such as roads, subdivision, intensification of housing areas will in future have to be 1.9 m above high tide, and for existing development councils will have to plan for at least 1 m of sea level rise.

The Herald story uses a map from my blog showing one scenario for projected sea level rise for Thames Township and quotes Mayor Sandra Goudie. Sandra makes some good points that local councils will need much greater financial help from Central Government to adapt to sea level rise. But she glosses over the fact that right now her Council has the financial capability and the expertise (with Regional Council) to identify and map coastal flooding and other hazards due to sea level rise. This mapping and identification needs to be done by councils right now, and there are no excuses for delay.

www.nzherald.co.nz...

3137 days ago

Climate Change - Slow Learners

Denis from Thames

36 years ago UK Doco Warned of Consequences

Nearly 40 years ago in 1981 a UK documentary accurately warned about climate change and rising sea levels. Here on the Peninsula we ignored those warnings and have continued to ignore them for nearly 40 years.

Even when 96% of climate scientists … View more
36 years ago UK Doco Warned of Consequences

Nearly 40 years ago in 1981 a UK documentary accurately warned about climate change and rising sea levels. Here on the Peninsula we ignored those warnings and have continued to ignore them for nearly 40 years.

Even when 96% of climate scientists and 180 nations agreed that the problem was real, we were causing it and we needed to take drastic action we continue to allow development on our coast less than 1 m above sea level. This has included subdivisions, housing, waterways projects and retirement villages.

We still don't have accurate mapping of sea flooding hazard or any sort of adaption plan for local communities

teggtalk.wordpress.com...

3132 days ago

1958 Austin A35 for sale

Gina from Thames

1958 Austin A35 for sale,
excellent condition, new tyres, new windscreen rubber, new water pump.
new WOF and currant Rego
Ph: Rick 021 258 1766

Price: $7,000

3133 days ago

NZMA Community Open Day Hamilton, 10th June

NZMA

NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of … View more
NZMA are hosting two open days on the 10th June! If you are around next Saturday, this is the perfect time to bring along family and friends and experience this amazing day. On the day you can expect fun entertainment, cultural groups, FREE sausage sizzle, and even a bouncy castle!

On top of that, we’ve got some really fun activities where you get the opportunity to apply hands on skills in the areas of: Cookery, Hospitality, Contact Centre, Business, Retail and Early Childhood Education. If you enjoy these activities and decide to grow your skills further, then you can even enroll on the day!

To find out more about this Open Day, visit our website, we can’t wait to see you there!
Learn more

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3138 days ago

Poll: Lucky Lotto - what would you do?

Julie Kaio Reporter from Hauraki Herald

A ticket sold in Thames has won $27 million in Saturday night's Powerball Lotto draw. How would you spend it?
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Lucky Lotto - what would you do?
  • 50% Clear my and my family's debts
    50% Complete
  • 10% Travel the word first class
    10% Complete
  • 35% Invest some, spend the rest
    35% Complete
  • 5% Give to charity
    5% Complete
20 votes
3134 days ago

Thames Hospital seeks stories for 150th celebrations

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Thames Hospital is looking for your stories to help it celebrate 150 years in 2018.

Retired Thames general surgeon Paul Silvester and retired nurse Marg Carey are part of a committee that has been formed to organise celebrations.
They are currently collecting stories from past and current staff… View more
Thames Hospital is looking for your stories to help it celebrate 150 years in 2018.

Retired Thames general surgeon Paul Silvester and retired nurse Marg Carey are part of a committee that has been formed to organise celebrations.
They are currently collecting stories from past and current staff or members of the community who have a story to tell.

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3134 days ago

Kiwi beekeepers bolstered by Aussie experience with myrtle rust

Teresa Ramsey Reporter from Hauraki Herald

Beekeepers are nervous about the threat of myrtle rust to New Zealand's manuka honey industry. However, they hope to get a lucky break with the deadly fungi, just like their Aussie neighbours.

The Australian honey industry survived a myrtle rust outbreak when it arrived on Australian shores… View more
Beekeepers are nervous about the threat of myrtle rust to New Zealand's manuka honey industry. However, they hope to get a lucky break with the deadly fungi, just like their Aussie neighbours.

The Australian honey industry survived a myrtle rust outbreak when it arrived on Australian shores in 2010.
Beekeepers here are also hoping New Zealand's multimillion-dollar industry will survive unscathed, but admit it could go either way.

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3136 days ago

The Phenomenon Returns to Hamilton!

Business Manager from Hamilton Operatic Society Inc

Hamilton Operatic Society presents Les Misérable. Join the barricade and see one of the worlds most adored musicals.

For a strictly limited season only at Clarence St Theatre (Friday 23 June - Sat 8th July) Directed By David Sidwell and Musically Directed by Alex Wiltshire. Book at Ticketek.
Book tickets

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