Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear our that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

2886 days ago

Christmas

Cherie from Rototuna

Merry Christmas everyone from CB MOWING and Daniells gardening services and daniells housecleaning services hope you have a safe Christmas and holidays
Cherie and Brian

2886 days ago

The elderly

Cherie from Rototuna

Hi do you have elderly parents and just need someone to pop in and say hello to them because of busy lifestyles i am willing to do this for you give me a call cherie 0211886848 thanks

2888 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbours and older relatives, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.

5. Look out for them
Look out for your neighbours this holiday season. Be mindful that Christmas can be a tough time for some older people, especially those who live alone. Small gestures of kindness can make this time much easier for older people who may be lonely.

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2887 days ago

Happy Christmas & All the very best for 2017

New Generation Stylist from Silver Scissors Hair Salon

Silver Scissors would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas & a safe & Happy New Year.
We are Open for business as usual from 28th- 30th December & would love to help with all your hair needs & desires. Lots of Love Jo & her team XXXX

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2888 days ago

Get decorating and $ave the GST!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene … View moreHi neighbours! Summer is here and it’s a great time to get decorating. Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller. Plus if you have a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card, you can enjoy extra savings on a range of products. It's our Christmas gift to you! Offer runs until 31 January 2017. Learn more

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2889 days ago

$100 Restaurant Voucher for a referral

Jamie from Chedworth

Hi everyone,

Hope you are all ready for Christmas. We run a local curtain and blind company and have a referral reward for any person you send our way that buys. Check out the link if you know of anyone building or buying a new home or renovating.

www.curtainshamilton.co.nz...

Cheers

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Hi everyone,

Hope you are all ready for Christmas. We run a local curtain and blind company and have a referral reward for any person you send our way that buys. Check out the link if you know of anyone building or buying a new home or renovating.

www.curtainshamilton.co.nz...

Cheers

Jamie

2893 days ago

Hamilton Gardens sprout new playground

Matt Bowen Reporter from Waikato Times

Afternoon everyone,

It's been a busy week for destination playgrounds - the latest to open is at Hamilton Gardens. The children seem to love it!

What do you think of it?

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2889 days ago

Win one of 10 double passes to the ultimate family movie!

Roadshow Films

When eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. … View moreWhen eleven year old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in the remote Pilbara region of Western Australia, he prepares himself for a life of dull hardship. Instead he finds myth, adventure and friendship with a scrappy, one-of-a-kind dog that will change his life forever. RED DOG: True Blue is a story of friendship, loyalty and acceptance and is perfect for families and dog lovers of all ages. Want to win a double pass?

Simply like or thank this post before 9 January for your chance to WIN one of ten double passes to RED DOG: True Blue.
Watch the trailer

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2890 days ago

Poll: What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?

Sarah Moore from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you're planning on heading away over the Christmas period, there are a few things you can do to make sure you're protecting your home. Which step do you think is the most important?

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What's the best thing to do to protect your house at Christmas?
  • 8.3% Tell a neighbour you're heading away
    8.3% Complete
  • 0.1% Set up security lights
    0.1% Complete
  • 1.7% Ask someone to collect your mail
    1.7% Complete
  • 5.4% Make sure all doors / windows are locked (including the garage!)
    5.4% Complete
  • 0.3% Unplug electronics
    0.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Create the illusion of someone being home
    4.9% Complete
  • 1% Alert your alarm company and set your alarms
    1% Complete
  • 76.8% All of the above
    76.8% Complete
  • 1.5% Something else
    1.5% Complete
1624 votes
2891 days ago

Christmas Connections

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View more
If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.

Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.

We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.

4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.

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2892 days ago

New playground

Jamie Neighbourly Lead from Chartwell

In case you haven't heard, a new destination playground has just opened at the Hamilton Gardens. My wife and I plan to take our children there over the next few days - it looks fantastic.

Check out the link here:
www.stuff.co.nz...

2893 days ago

Stuffed toys

Evette from Queenwood

Cute stuffed animals, have been very loved and looked after well

Price: $10

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2893 days ago

Gourmet in the Gardens

Tania from Rototuna North

We are operating our Gourmet Food Market in the Hamilton Gardens on Sunday from 4-8pm. Come along and bring your picnic blanket or deck chair, listen to some local musicians, and enjoy cuisine from around the globe, including Jamaican, Mexican, Vietnamese, Woodfired Pizza, Donburi, Poutine, fresh … View moreWe are operating our Gourmet Food Market in the Hamilton Gardens on Sunday from 4-8pm. Come along and bring your picnic blanket or deck chair, listen to some local musicians, and enjoy cuisine from around the globe, including Jamaican, Mexican, Vietnamese, Woodfired Pizza, Donburi, Poutine, fresh Pasta and so much more. There is entertainment for the children and we are located on the Rhododendron Lawn.  FREE Entry through Gate 1 or Gate 2, Cobham Drive. Hope to see you there for our last Sunday in 2016.

Free

2893 days ago

Where will you go?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
View more
Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?

Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.

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2894 days ago

Activate

Rachel Roberts from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.

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