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1909 days ago

How to avoid war with the neighbours

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you fallen out with a neighbour? Rising tensions can make some situations difficult to negotiate.

Click here to find out some handy tips for sorting things out if issues arise.

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1907 days ago

NZ eucalyptus Decking Timber surplus to project.

Richard from Maeroa

We have built our decks with this NZ Eucalyptus and love its variety & how it turns out after weathering.
Our house has sold & new owner wants it cleared out so here it is.
There is 50-55linear meters of timber and should cover 5.2sq meters.
Lengths are 12 x 1.2m x 90mm x 20mm
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We have built our decks with this NZ Eucalyptus and love its variety & how it turns out after weathering.
Our house has sold & new owner wants it cleared out so here it is.
There is 50-55linear meters of timber and should cover 5.2sq meters.
Lengths are 12 x 1.2m x 90mm x 20mm
7 x 1.8m x 90mm x 20mm
11 x 2.6m x 90mm x 20mm
Plus I will include a box of concealed fixing tabs/plates that should be enough to secure the decking and minimize using deck nails or screws.
I will show you how they work if need.
This is a bargain & quick sale as we do not have room to take with us in next ten days
**THIS ITEM IS STILL FOR SALE OR NEAR OFFER ..marked as sold in error***

Price: $50

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1908 days ago

Hamilton Civic Choir presents Musical Souls

Koli from Claudelands

What: Musical Souls
Where: St Peter’s Cathedral, 51 Victoria Street, Hamilton
When: 7pm, Saturday, 7 September 2019
Tickets: Adults $35, Seniors and Students $25, children (school) free, from iticket and Door Sales (cash only)

Hamilton Civic Choir is presenting Musical Souls, a feast of sacred … View more
What: Musical Souls
Where: St Peter’s Cathedral, 51 Victoria Street, Hamilton
When: 7pm, Saturday, 7 September 2019
Tickets: Adults $35, Seniors and Students $25, children (school) free, from iticket and Door Sales (cash only)

Hamilton Civic Choir is presenting Musical Souls, a feast of sacred sonic art with four beautiful, dramatic and exhilarating works of music.

The choir will open with Herbert Howells’ A Hymn to St Cecilia, the famous text for the patron saint of music. Howells’ setting is jubilant and uplifting with quintessentially ‘English’ modality and long stretched melodies. Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb is an iconic cantata in the choral repertory. It sets the text of Christopher Smart’s Jubilate Agno, a poem he composed whilst in an asylum. Smart’s prose and Britten’s setting separate into eight movements, each praising God through an assortment of animals and living things. The music is dramatic, with four soloists and pivotal organ accompaniment of operatic scale.

Maurice Duruflé’s setting of the Requiem is one of the most loved and beautiful. Characteristically French with its prominent use of the organ, washing textures and modal harmonies, most of the work builds its thematic material from Gregorian chant or plainsong, creating the unique mystic and spirituality.

We finish with Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo and one of his longer works for choir - Luminous Night of the Soul. Of course, not the first time singing Gjeilo, the choir performed with him in Carnegie Hall last year, this piece, like his others, makes use of contemporary harmonies and compositional devices, creating a very different, yet powerful and dramatic energy. The text, again theological, comes from the writings of St John of the Cross, a seventeenth-century Canon of the church and counter-reformer who was made a Catholic Saint.

Under the leadership of music director Timothy Carpenter, the choir will be accompanied by organist Dr Philip Smith and will perform the Duruflé with mezzo soprano soloist Cecily Shaw, and baritone soloist Aidan Phillips. The choir will also perform the Britten with soprano soloist Hannah Bryant, contralto soloist Laura Funaki, tenor soloist Kolitha Jayatunge and baritone soloist Aidan Phillips alongside the Civic Players, and will also perform the Gjeilo with assistant music director Francis Cowan on piano.

This will be an uplifting concert heralding spring!” says Koli Jayatunge, Chairperson of the Hamilton Civic Choir. “The Duruflé Requiem is a very approachable work, but it has some challenging material which the choir has greatly enjoyed learning. We understand that it hasn’t been performed in Hamilton for quite some time, and are really looking forward to sharing it with a local audience”.

Hamilton Civic Choir is delighted to be singing this beautiful sacred music in St Peter’s Cathedral, one of the choir’s favourite venues with an acoustic that really shows the beauty of works from the choral repertoire.

For more information visit our website: www.hamiltoncivicchoir.org.nz... or email secretary@hamitoncivicchoir.org.nz.

1908 days ago

Overcoming Obstacles

Graeme Dingle Foundation

🏉 Through school-based programmes like #KiwiCan, #Stars, and #ProjectK, we empower our youth to grow into the best versions of themselves.

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1908 days ago

Loans built for small business

Prospa

Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed … View more
Kurt Jacks from Auckland’s “The Rib House” discovered the missing ingredient in his recipe for success when he used a Prospa Small Business Loan to dish up the vital support he and his family needed to grow the business.

The simple, streamlined application process was just what he needed as a time-strapped business owner – and the funds were immediately put to use on upgrades and kitchen renovations.
Find out more

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1911 days ago

Hamilton Press

Jeanette from Hamilton Central

Whoever is responsible for delivery of Hamilton Press, we haven't had one delivered in months, possibly years. My neighbour lets us read his, but that's not always convenient.

I've spoken to the person who delivers my neighbour's press, but she says she doesn't do our … View more
Whoever is responsible for delivery of Hamilton Press, we haven't had one delivered in months, possibly years. My neighbour lets us read his, but that's not always convenient.

I've spoken to the person who delivers my neighbour's press, but she says she doesn't do our side of the street. I guess there is a few of us missing our Hamilton Press.

1910 days ago

Poll: Would a Māori tourism centre by the gardens keep visitors in Hamilton longer?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A proposed Māori tourism centre near Hamilton Gardens is seen by some as a game changer for the city.
Do you agree?
Waikato Tainui has made the suggestion to Hamilton City Council as the council nuts out a revamp of the gardens.
Mayor Andrew King said a busload of tourists visiting the gardens … View more
A proposed Māori tourism centre near Hamilton Gardens is seen by some as a game changer for the city.
Do you agree?
Waikato Tainui has made the suggestion to Hamilton City Council as the council nuts out a revamp of the gardens.
Mayor Andrew King said a busload of tourists visiting the gardens would also be able to pre-book a cultural show at the same place.
He hoped it would encourage more visitors into overnight stays, instead of a stop on the way to another destination.
Read more here.
Do you think a Māori tourism centre by the gardens would encourage visitors to spend longer in Hamilton?

Would a Māori tourism centre by the gardens keep visitors in Hamilton longer?
  • 43.7% Yes, the more we have to do the longer they will stay.
    43.7% Complete
  • 45.5% No, I don't think one attraction can make that kind of difference.
    45.5% Complete
  • 10.8% Maybe. I'll wait and see.
    10.8% Complete
167 votes
1909 days ago

Wishing everyone a safe, fun and kind #FathersDay weekend!

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!

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To celebrate here's some of our fave cheesy dad jokes...


Q: What did the policeman say to his belly button?

A: You're under a vest!


Q: How do you make a tissue dance?

A: Put a little boogey in it!


Q: Where do bees go to the toilet?

A: At the BP station!


#NSNZrandomactsofkindness

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1911 days ago

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Hamilton

Another member's story has been added to the AEA website

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1911 days ago

Research Participation Opportunity

Rathee from Chartwell

Hi there,

This year, as part of the Transport Research Group at the University of Waikato, we are carrying out a research project on New Zealanders’ satisfaction with their daily commute using another online questionnaire. The project is part of a doctoral thesis, with funding from the School of… View more
Hi there,

This year, as part of the Transport Research Group at the University of Waikato, we are carrying out a research project on New Zealanders’ satisfaction with their daily commute using another online questionnaire. The project is part of a doctoral thesis, with funding from the School of Psychology.

We are currently looking for participants to complete an online questionnaire. If you complete the questionnaire, you will have the chance to enter the draw to win one of 30 $20 Subway e-gift cards.

The link to the questionnaire is bit.ly...

The research poster is also attached for more information.

Thank you for your time.

Cheers,
Rathee

Are you satisfied with your commute Official Poster.pdf Download View

1911 days ago

New rules take effect for rental property market

Paul Reporter from Stuff

This week the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 took effect, bringing in a raft of changes for tenants and landlords.

Here's what it means for renters and landlords.

To read more, click here.

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1911 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.
Read it now

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1912 days ago

Bird found on sillary street

Luciana from Hamilton East

Is this anyone’s bird? Found on sillary street just after 11:15 has red ring around its foot and bright yellow in colour very friendly

1911 days ago

ABRSM Saxophone grade class wanted

Richard from Silverdale

Does anyone can suggest a saxophone tutor who knows ABRSM grade exam and test?

1911 days ago

Which of these artists would you want to see?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

A huge range of musical acts are heading Hamilton's way over the next few months, leaving music-lovers with plenty to choose from.
Who are you a fan of?
Easy-going rockers America will be at Claudelands, 80s muzos Midge Ure and The Mockers at Clarence Street Theatre, and Postmodern Jukebox … View more
A huge range of musical acts are heading Hamilton's way over the next few months, leaving music-lovers with plenty to choose from.
Who are you a fan of?
Easy-going rockers America will be at Claudelands, 80s muzos Midge Ure and The Mockers at Clarence Street Theatre, and Postmodern Jukebox will put their 20s spin on modern songs at Claudelands.
Other visitors include Australian singer-songwriter/guitarist Tullara at Nivara Lounge, and homegrown heavy rock outfit Devilskin celebrating a decade at The Factory.
Check out this article for more details, and artists.

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