Gordonton - Puketaha, Hamilton

586 days ago

Hoping you might pay it forward...

The team from PACT (Performing Arts Community Trust)

It's NZ music month and we are fundraising to bring a very special concert to Hamilton. Celebrating NZ's wildlife and wild places, in the centenary year of iconic conservation organisation, Forest & Bird, this is an opportunity for a very special concert. We've performed in … View moreIt's NZ music month and we are fundraising to bring a very special concert to Hamilton. Celebrating NZ's wildlife and wild places, in the centenary year of iconic conservation organisation, Forest & Bird, this is an opportunity for a very special concert. We've performed in Auckland, Wanaka and Christchurch (photos from Wanaka) - let's get this to Hamilton. Featuring leading musicians and especially written music, it also features stunning imagery and lighting. If you could spare us a few dollars - perhaps the cost of a coffee - any amount is greatly appreciated. See our fundraiser at the link.

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586 days ago

Looking for a typewriter

Kylie from Chartwell

Hi, my boys 8 & 10 love to write stories, just like I did when I was young. My favourite thing was to type them up on a old typewriter and I’d love my kids to have the same experience. Is there any one around that has one that we could buy or borrow please?

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586 days ago

Do you have a great recipe for shell-out beans?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for shell-out bean recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by May 29, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the July issue of NZ Gardener.

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586 days ago

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Waikato Times

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586 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand new, fully-furnished home in stunning Taupō.

Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian homes, this brand new home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort.

Situated a short three-minute drive from the shores of Lake Taupō, make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
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587 days ago

Thank your Hamilton team!

Steve from Premier Party Games

Let your fantastic team knock off a bit early, dust of the BBQ, put on some music and hire one of our Portable Mini Golf Courses to come to your Waikato workplace. Can be used indoors and out on any surface making for some fun Friday drinks in the office/warehouse.
Go to … View more
Let your fantastic team knock off a bit early, dust of the BBQ, put on some music and hire one of our Portable Mini Golf Courses to come to your Waikato workplace. Can be used indoors and out on any surface making for some fun Friday drinks in the office/warehouse.
Go to www.premierpartygames.com... for more info

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588 days ago

Nominate your most loved local!

The Team from Love Your Local

Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the … View more
Neighbours - we have something very special to tell you about...

Stuff's inaugural Love Your Local Awards, presented by Pure South, celebrate our most loved hospitality people and places. Nominate your most-loved local people and places, and then vote for your favourite amongst the finalists, to determine our regional winners.

You're invited to nominate your:
- Most Loved Food Truck or takeaway
- Most Loved Roadside Stall
- Most Loved Barista
- Most Loved Bartender or Publican
- Most Loved Front of House/Service Person or Team
- Most Loved New Business (open less than 12 months)

Your vote will put your 'Most Loved' up for the national title in each category as determined by our incredible judging panel including New Zealand chef Peter Gordon, Eat New Zealand CEO and owner of permaculture property The Food Farm Angela Clifford, and Stuff food editor Emily Brookes.
Nominate now

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590 days ago

Plan for your future

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Birger and Kathy are grateful for the financial certainty Ryman provides them. Their fixed base weekly fee provides security for their retirement.

"You have a reduction in your living costs and the fixed fee just gives you that assurance."

Click below to hear their story.

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594 days ago

Share your money-saving tips!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on … View more
With our household budgets seeing higher interest rates, service price increases and the 12.5% rise in food prices since last year: the cost of living crisis is upon us.

As we head towards winter, let's share some cost of living hacks - whether it's recipe ideas, tips for saving on power or where to buy the cheapest toilet paper! You may have some advice that could make a huge difference for another household, so comment away.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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590 days ago

Have you got this Kmart product?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The… View more
Kmart has recalled a line of wooden trays after reports of an invasive wood-eating beetle species within them. A Northland woman found sawdust and holes in her serving tray and alerted the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI), the government’s biosecurity agency.

What you need to know:
- The product is called Large $20 Acacia Serving Tray and was sold nationally.
- The product may be infested with Lyctus africanus (also known as the African powderpost beetle), a species not present in New Zealand.
- Kmart are no longer selling these products and will wait for instruction from MPI before destroying these.

Anyone who finds a suspected exotic pest is encouraged to call MPI’s hotline on 0800 80 99 66.

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594 days ago

Do you see signs of construction slowing down?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A falling property market and rising interest rates are putting the squeeze on building companies.

Thirty-three Waikato construction companies have folded this year, according to Companies Office liquidation data. But others are positive and planning to ride it out.

Have you seen signs of a … View more
A falling property market and rising interest rates are putting the squeeze on building companies.

Thirty-three Waikato construction companies have folded this year, according to Companies Office liquidation data. But others are positive and planning to ride it out.

Have you seen signs of a slowdown?

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591 days ago

Adams Painting: for that painting job, you'll probably never get around to...

Adam from Adam's Painting

The children's bedroom that needs updating, those flaking bathroom window sills, that hallway door frame that got bumped. You tell yourself, "I'll get round to it one day." But that day may never come. So let me do it for you!
Contact Adams Painting today and experience:
- … View more
The children's bedroom that needs updating, those flaking bathroom window sills, that hallway door frame that got bumped. You tell yourself, "I'll get round to it one day." But that day may never come. So let me do it for you!
Contact Adams Painting today and experience:
- Friendly, honest and reliable service
- Trade certificate qualified painter (since 1988)
- No GST required for labour, saving you 15% (as I work part-time)
- Excellent communication - will reply and keep appointments
- Family business - my son and daughter also know how to paint.
- Trade price provided for any paint purchased for your job ( up to 35%)
See my trade page here on Neighbourly for more examples of our work. (Search Adam's Painting)
Phone or text me : 022 092 7334 .
Email : adamspaintingit@gmail.com

591 days ago

Grey Power, Hamilton AGM 29 May 2023 at 10am - Friendly Reminder

Raymond from Chartwell

Hamilton South Baptist Church
131 Ohaupo Rd, Melville

All 2023-24 financial members of Grey Power Hamilton are invited to attend our 2023 AGM to hear what has been achieved since the re-establishment of this Association, our financial position, as well as the advocacy and member support … View more
Hamilton South Baptist Church
131 Ohaupo Rd, Melville

All 2023-24 financial members of Grey Power Hamilton are invited to attend our 2023 AGM to hear what has been achieved since the re-establishment of this Association, our financial position, as well as the advocacy and member support strategy for the next 12 months.

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591 days ago

Get cosy with your whānau

EECA

Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant … View more
Don't let your parents go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold.

They deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about their power bills, or their health.

They might be eligible for Warmer Kiwi Homes, a government grant offering 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.

And they may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Go to warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz to check their eligibility.
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591 days ago

What can you do about that bill?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, … View more
If you experience a billing issue, you should talk to your provider first. For extra help, you can talk to TDR – your free and independent complaint service.

Almost 40% of complaints received by TDR in 2022 were about bills. Whether it’s a broadband, mobile or home phone billing issue, it’s free to resolve your complaint with TDR. It’s easy too – you can contact TDR online or by phoning 0508 98 98 98 – and we’ll start working with you and your provider.
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