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1188 days ago

Parts of country to go to Alert Level 3

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to … View more
All regions outside of the Auckland and Northland region will move to Alert Level 3 11.59pm Tuesday August 31.

In a press conference Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed that Auckland and Northland will likely need to complete a further full two weeks at level 4 in order to keep the Delta variant from spreading further in the regions.

Here's what you need to know
- There will be regional boundaries, there will be no travel allowed between regions unless required for essential services.
- Boundaries maintained in the last February lockdown will be reinstated.
- Around 500 locations of interest have been identified.
- The exposure site in Warkworth is a large workplace. Ardern hoped the people of Northland will understand why they're moving with caution. Northland won't always be grouped in with Auckland.

To stay up to date with the latest, follow the Stuff blog.

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1188 days ago

Playing up plywood

The Team from

With a few Resene testpots, simple shapes can become fun kid-friendly accessories.

Find out how to create your own.

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1189 days ago

Hello

TeHuia

This is a survey for people who live in the Waikato – and who travel to Auckland at least once per year. It’s about Te Huia, the train service between Hamilton and Auckland which has been running since April 2021.

We are seeking your feedback about options to improve Te Huia in the near … View more
This is a survey for people who live in the Waikato – and who travel to Auckland at least once per year. It’s about Te Huia, the train service between Hamilton and Auckland which has been running since April 2021.

We are seeking your feedback about options to improve Te Huia in the near future, including additional stops in Auckland and also additional services. We need feedback from both people who have and ALSO those who have not used Te Huia.

By completing the survey you are not only providing important feedback but you will also be entered into the draw for one of two $100 Visa Prezzy vouchers – the winners will be notified on September 6th.

The survey is being run by Mobius Research, an independent company, on behalf of the Waikato Regional Council. All responses to the survey will be anonymous.

The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. When answering the survey, please respond based on your normal travel behaviour between the Waikato and Auckland outside the context of COVID-19 travel restrictions under alert levels 3 and 4.

Please click on the link below to start the survey.

https://survey.mobiusresearch.co.nz/Community/se.ashx?s=705E3F1011A527D4

Do not hesitate to contact Stuart at Mobius if you have any questions or technical issues. stuart@mobiusresearch.co.nz

On behalf of the Te Huia team and the Waikato Regional Council, thank you in advance for your feedback - it is much appreciated.

Kind regards
Stuart Jeffcoat - Director
Mobius Research and Strategy Ltd.
Start survey

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1189 days ago

Gardening live chat on now!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello neighbours,

It’s coming up to spring, and with everyone stuck at home in Covid lockdown, what better time to get the garden in order? NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll and Jack Hobbs, manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens, are live on Stuff now to answer all your gardening questions.

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1189 days ago

Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour - Central Library

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from Dinsdale Te Tiwha O Pareiiriwhare

Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out… View more
Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out more on link about how we can help you keep your guitar at its best

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1189 days ago

Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour - Central Library

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from Hamilton Central Library Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa

Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out… View more
Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out more on link about how we can help you keep your guitar at its best

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1189 days ago

Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour - Central Library

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from Hillcrest Library Manga-o-nua

Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out… View more
Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out more on link about how we can help you keep your guitar at its best

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1189 days ago

Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour - Central Library

Matihiko/Tech Support Librarian from Glenview Library Mangakootukutuku

Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out… View more
Caring for your guitar is key to its longevity in both appearance and sound. Whether you’ve just bought a brand new guitar or would like to start taking better care of your existing one, drop into Guitar Care and Maintenance Hour held every Saturday between 12pm-1pm at Central Library.

Find out more on link about how we can help you keep your guitar at its best

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1190 days ago

Cancer doesn't stop, we won't either.

Cancer Society

COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services … View more
COVID-19 has taken away our Daffodil Day Street Appeal.

The demand on our cancer services goes up during lockdown. And that's why we need you now more than ever. $24 helps to provide transport to and from cancer treatment.

Donate now to support the Cancer Society's vital services to support New Zealanders going through cancer.
Learn more

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1190 days ago

Last week to nominate!

The Team from New Zealander of the Year Award | Ngā Tohu Pou Kōhure o Aotearoa

We're in the last week of nominations for the 2022 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards. So come on, Waikato – who’s your New Zealander of the Year?

Tell us with a nomination! Nominations close 31 August.

Get in quick – www.nzawards.org.nz...

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1191 days ago

Wondering what's happening to left-over food during lockdown?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Here's an answer. Kaivolution is still working - under strict conditions - to pick up food that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

On Thursday afternoon, manager Jo Wrigley reported the service had rescued and redistributed 1.37 tonnes of food in Hamilton for the day.

Read more about … View more
Here's an answer. Kaivolution is still working - under strict conditions - to pick up food that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

On Thursday afternoon, manager Jo Wrigley reported the service had rescued and redistributed 1.37 tonnes of food in Hamilton for the day.

Read more about how Kaivolution is helping here.

1190 days ago

Who will be the next Hamilton City Council chief executive?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Current city council boss Richard Briggs is leaving, and council has whittled the list of people who want his job down the top two contenders.

Sixty-two people applied, but it's now getting close to decision time.

Read more on the hunt here.

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1191 days ago

How many councillors should we have?

Hamilton City Council

We’re looking at how Hamiltonians are represented by our Council. But we want to know what you think.

Have your say by 6 October.
Know more

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1191 days ago

Help your local small business - and get $10!

David Downs from SOS Business

If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
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If you are missing your morning coffee, your cafe lunch or even your haircut - jump on www.sosbusiness.nz... and help a local small business out with cashflow - they get the money now and you get a voucher for later.
If you buy a $50 voucher, we will give you another $10 one (while stocks last).
SOS Business - A not-for-profit helping NZ small businesses during a tough time. All the money (less credit card fees) gets paid to the businesses.

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1193 days ago

One to watch

Competenz

We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own … View more
We love seeing our apprentices making waves in the industry.
Wade Peek was recently named Plastics Apprentice of the Year, is definitely one to watch. With two qualifications under his belt, he’s been earmarked as a future plastics industry leader.

He hopes to one day start his own manufacturing business and says: "I really want to pass on what I have learnt to support apprentices in their training. I also want to be able to teach people outside of the plastics industry about what we do, as I truly believe we can't solve any of the really important environmental issues that surround plastic unless as many people as possible understand it."

If you are thinking of signing up for an apprenticeship, get in touch with us here

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