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Find out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.
Choose a warm paint colour
Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours… View moreFind out how a few key elements can warm up your abode over the winter months. Anyone can make a home that is inviting and relaxing after a long cold day.
Choose a warm paint colour
Explore the colour wheel - Notice that yellows, oranges and reds are on the warm side so utilising those colours will simulate a cosier, warmer mood. Blue and purples are on the cool side so they will simulate the opposite mood.
Warm lighting
Group lighting by using task and ambience lighting and a mixture of table and floor lamps. Warm coloured bulbs throw out a softer light and give a room a cosy feel.
TIP: Having your lights on separate switches means you can control how bright/dim a space will be.
Add pot plants
Any living element contributes to a cosy and inviting feel. Plants in baskets are not only on-trend, but they also generate more oxygen inside your home too.
TIP: Group pots together using different shapes and heights to make a focal point.
Carpet, rugs and textiles
Tiles are great but can be chilly underfoot in the cooler months. Carpets insulate, soften and warm up a room and New Zealand wool carpets are environmentally friendly with a sustainable fibre, plus naturally flame retardant.
Don’t discount rugs even if you have carpets. Make sure you choose a rug that works with your existing carpet. Placing a rug between yourself and the floor instantly guarantees a warmer atmosphere. Rugs are also incredibly good at tying a space together.
TIP: Garage carpet reforms the space from a cold concrete feel to a soft warm space too!
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Step away from the noise of the city and enjoy a relaxed lunch while overlooking picturesque strawberry fields at Camarosa Restaurant, Café and Bar. Located just a five-minute drive from the Hamilton CBD, a trip to Camarosa feels like you’re swapping the noise of the city for the beauty of the … View moreStep away from the noise of the city and enjoy a relaxed lunch while overlooking picturesque strawberry fields at Camarosa Restaurant, Café and Bar. Located just a five-minute drive from the Hamilton CBD, a trip to Camarosa feels like you’re swapping the noise of the city for the beauty of the countryside, without having to travel too far.
Set on Ruakura Berry Farm in Newstead and showcasing the bold and delectable flavours of the Waikato, Camarosa has become the destination eatery of choice for those who love good food, enjoyed in a great setting – with lashings of atmosphere.
We are a family owned and operated eatery and pride ourselves on using locally sourced produce with exceptional taste, complemented by an impeccable dining service. We specialise in showcasing the bold and delectable flavours of the Waikato region by using local produce in our kitchen.
Camarosa is located at 11 Davison Road, Newstead, Hamilton.
Call (07) 856 0279 email E: info@camarosa.co.nz or visit www.camarosa.co.nz
Opening hours:
Monday – Tuesday, 8am – 4pm Wednesday – Sunday 8am till late.
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What is University of Waikato parkrun?
It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock.
When is it?
Every Saturday at 8:00am.
Where is it?
The event takes place at University of Waikato, Gate One, Knighton Road, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3240.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's … View moreWhat is University of Waikato parkrun?
It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock.
When is it?
Every Saturday at 8:00am.
Where is it?
The event takes place at University of Waikato, Gate One, Knighton Road, Hamilton East, Hamilton 3240.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once. Don't forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time
How fast do I have to be?
We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
More information?
www.parkrun.co.nz...
Did any one see the story they did about a person complaining about the state of the cemetery and how he takes a lawnmower out and mows around his sons grave and that he done some others and got told off by ground staff and said he needed to get the deads relatives approval to do? what a cop out.
… View moreDid any one see the story they did about a person complaining about the state of the cemetery and how he takes a lawnmower out and mows around his sons grave and that he done some others and got told off by ground staff and said he needed to get the deads relatives approval to do? what a cop out.
Also the interview of the council staff member did not catch her name think it may have been Michelle Rivers saying they got more compliments than complaints about the state of the cemetery and that they were intentionally letting the plaques get overgrown. Not a single person i have spoken to has a compliment about the state of the cemetery.
If like me you are one of the complainants email sevensharp@tvnz.co.nz and let them know.
Maybe this publicity is something that might get them to tidy up the plaques in the lawn cemetery.
Great on the person taking it to the media I made contact with fairgo but I only just heard back after about 6 months seeking more info guess it might be another 6 months before they come back again lol
Allan
Kia ora all
Just letting you know that on Thursday and Friday next week (24th and 25th June) the Glenview Library will be hosting the Kanorau Digital beginners workshop. It’s a two part session, one on each day going from 10.30am-1.30pm. It’s all completely free with devices, WIFI, and … View moreKia ora all
Just letting you know that on Thursday and Friday next week (24th and 25th June) the Glenview Library will be hosting the Kanorau Digital beginners workshop. It’s a two part session, one on each day going from 10.30am-1.30pm. It’s all completely free with devices, WIFI, and everything else provided on the day.
By the end of the sessions, participants will be able to set up and operate their own email account, share documents, and join in on group video chats.
More information can be found on the library website here:
hamiltonlibraries.co.nz...
If you’d like to register yourself or someone else can call 0800 526 672, or you can ask at the library. Alternatively, you can respond to this and I will be able to help you out.
Not sure if this is the right place to put this but does any one know of places that sell birds in Hamilton or really close by? Looking for some female cordon blue and fire finches.
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A new email scam impersonating the NZTA is being sent around telling vehicle owners their licences are due.
The email directs the recipient to renew the funds through clicking a 'Renew Now' button at the bottom corner of the email. It then takes the individual to fake website that gets… View moreA new email scam impersonating the NZTA is being sent around telling vehicle owners their licences are due.
The email directs the recipient to renew the funds through clicking a 'Renew Now' button at the bottom corner of the email. It then takes the individual to fake website that gets them to fill in personal details.
CERT NZ, the government authority responsible for cyber security said in a tweet, that anyone who receives this email should report it directly to Waka Kotahi (NZTA).
How to spot a phishing scam:
- NZTA will only send an email through if an individual has contacted them first.
- Email addresses will always end in @nzta.govt.nz, @enews.nzta.govt.nz or @reply.nzta.govt.nz.
- The email may be missing specific details that the NZTA will have on file: such as your plate number, the date your vehicle license is due and vehicle make and model.
- Hover over buttons and links to see if the pop-up will take you to a genuine government (.govt.nz) website
Neighbourly will update this message as further information comes to hand.
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With rents skyrocketing all over NZ, surely there has come a time for people, as a whole to say ENOUGH.
There is no need for the greed that is being seen in the obscene amounts being asked for by owners of these homes; $500-600 for a 3 bedroom average home here in Hamilton.
There is no way that … View moreWith rents skyrocketing all over NZ, surely there has come a time for people, as a whole to say ENOUGH.
There is no need for the greed that is being seen in the obscene amounts being asked for by owners of these homes; $500-600 for a 3 bedroom average home here in Hamilton.
There is no way that anybody has a need to charge this amount, a product of supply and demand I hear people say. What? So we are short of available housing for our people, so that gives Landlords/ladies a right to increase their rent.
THATS GREED FOLKS, PURE AND UTTER GREED
As Mark Twain famously said "It is curious — curious that physical courage should be so common in the world, and moral courage so rare."
Take a stand today, demand from those able to have houses to rent out; that they charge a fair rent, rather than an inflated rent, a rent that they would be able to pay if they had two kids, one partner working in a modest job.....walk in that persons moccasins and do what's morally courageous.
Since the start of the year, we've had more than 1,500 people sign-up to become apprentices. Some of them are re-skilling from one profession into a career they love. With skills shortages in key industries, employers are hiring and offering training through the fees-free apprenticeships … View moreSince the start of the year, we've had more than 1,500 people sign-up to become apprentices. Some of them are re-skilling from one profession into a career they love. With skills shortages in key industries, employers are hiring and offering training through the fees-free apprenticeships programme.
Sign-up with Competenz to find your apprenticeship.
Awatere Village is excited to welcome you to join our close-knit community with the construction of brand new apartments due for completion in May 2022.
Along with the new apartments, our brand new community centre is in the works to cater to your full and active lifestyle. Order a barista-made … View moreAwatere Village is excited to welcome you to join our close-knit community with the construction of brand new apartments due for completion in May 2022.
Along with the new apartments, our brand new community centre is in the works to cater to your full and active lifestyle. Order a barista-made coffee in the café, meet neighbours at the bowling green, and get in a workout at the gym, all in one morning. And if your afternoon is free, how about catching a movie in the cinema, finding your latest page-turner in the library, or getting creative in the crafts room.
Situated at 1350 Victoria Street, Beerescourt, our handy Hamilton location couldn’t be better.
To find out more, just get in touch with Raewyn on 0800 333 688.
Do worms make you squirm? Are tapeworms a sticky subject? Pinterest-ed in Pin Worms? If you’ve been going down the same wormhole for years, we're here to help you see the light.
One of the most regularly asked questions we get is; how do I get rid of worms naturally? And if you think … View moreDo worms make you squirm? Are tapeworms a sticky subject? Pinterest-ed in Pin Worms? If you’ve been going down the same wormhole for years, we're here to help you see the light.
One of the most regularly asked questions we get is; how do I get rid of worms naturally? And if you think you’re immune, worms aren’t just happening in our kids, adults can have them too.
Find out how we answer this squirmish question, here
Laundry detergent is a powerful cleaning agent. But did you know that it can do much more than just clean your clothes? The stuff can be multifunctional in your household. For example, you can use both the liquid and powder version for your drain, oven or car. We have listed seven things that you … View moreLaundry detergent is a powerful cleaning agent. But did you know that it can do much more than just clean your clothes? The stuff can be multifunctional in your household. For example, you can use both the liquid and powder version for your drain, oven or car. We have listed seven things that you can clean with laundry detergent.
1. Unclogging the drain
Is your drain clogged up? Don’t call a plumber just yet; try this trick first. Pour about 60 millilitres of laundry detergent into the sink and then (slowly) pour a litre of boiling water down the drain. The hot water and the liquid detergent work together to flush out the blockage. That saves you another visit from the plumber.
2. Making all-purpose cleaner
It is also perfectly fine to use laundry detergent to make all-purpose cleaner. To do this, mix 80 millilitres of bleach, 4.5 litres of water and a teaspoon of laundry detergent together. It works surprisingly well on walls, in the bathroom and on almost any other surface in the house.
3. Removing stains
When you think about it, it makes sense that the same stain-fighting properties that help clean your clothes, also work on upholstery and carpet. Apply powder detergent to a stain and rub it gently with a wet cloth to work the detergent into the stain. Wait five minutes, then wipe off the excess powder and repeat until the stain is gone.
4. Washing the car
Laundry detergent is ideal for cleaning the outside of the car. It removes dirt with ease. Makes sure to dilute the detergent fist. Just one tablespoon of laundry detergent per bucket of water should be enough. A solution that is too concentrated could damage the paintwork of your car, which is something we want to avoid! Of course, you can also use laundry detergent for the interior of the car, as described above.
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