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143 days ago

Time for a clear-out?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's … View more
Delve back into that garage or wardrobe! It's time to sell your gently-loved goods at The Neighbourly Winter (online!) Garage Sale

On Saturday 6th July, members will be online checking out the goods on offer so it's a great time to get rid of your winter clutter.

Maybe it's time to realise that you're never going to use that snowboard or ski jacket, and that you really do have one too many heaters. Whatever it is, take a picture and put it on Neighbourly for locals to see.
List an item now

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144 days ago

Product recalls this month

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
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These items have been recalled this month. If you have one of these items at home, click on the title to see the details to ensure it is not a risk to your household.

Food recalls:
Hubbards brand BeMighty granola blueberry & seeds
Leslies Clover chips bbq flavour
Sabres fresh & frozen ready meals
Pams plant based creamy tomato pasta bake

Product recalls:
Farmers brand girls jockey singlet
Vitamix container and blade bases
Crocs Jibbitz
Digital Notepads
City Beach novelty light
LED strip light
Hansa Chipper
Kawasaki Spartan mower

We hope this message was helpful in keeping you and your family safe.

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144 days ago

Poll: Has a dramatic life event ever made you take on a new challenge?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Opening a new restaurant in an economic downturn looks less risky than dropping his 14-day-old girl into a stranger’s arms while his house burned around him.

Chandan Kumar has brought Mac’s Steakhouse and Cocktails to Hamilton, just as many other hospitality venues in town struggle to get … View more
Opening a new restaurant in an economic downturn looks less risky than dropping his 14-day-old girl into a stranger’s arms while his house burned around him.

Chandan Kumar has brought Mac’s Steakhouse and Cocktails to Hamilton, just as many other hospitality venues in town struggle to get customers through the doors.

“Once, I lost everything. I have nothing to lose now,” he says.

Have you ever made a life change after a dramatic event? Tell us about it. (Please add NFP if you do not want your comments used in print.)

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Has a dramatic life event ever made you take on a new challenge?
  • 57.1% Yes
    57.1% Complete
  • 42.9% No
    42.9% Complete
7 votes
146 days ago

Would you stay in the hotel when it's built?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Those working either in, or in the shadow of, Hamilton’s largest building are excited by the prospect of it being transformed into the city’s newest luxry hotel.

But they’ve got plenty of questions about how it will work.

The Pullman hotel will bring new life to the Government Life … View more
Those working either in, or in the shadow of, Hamilton’s largest building are excited by the prospect of it being transformed into the city’s newest luxry hotel.

But they’ve got plenty of questions about how it will work.

The Pullman hotel will bring new life to the Government Life building initially opened in 1980.

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144 days ago

Ryman Presents: Jackie Clarke

Linda Jones Retirement Village

Tuesday 9 July, 10am

Join us for an exclusive Ryman event featuring the captivating Jackie Clarke.

One of Aotearoa’s most popular entertainers, Jackie has toured and recorded with the greats like Sir Paul McCartney and Ray Charles and now it's your chance to experience her powerful … View more
Tuesday 9 July, 10am

Join us for an exclusive Ryman event featuring the captivating Jackie Clarke.

One of Aotearoa’s most popular entertainers, Jackie has toured and recorded with the greats like Sir Paul McCartney and Ray Charles and now it's your chance to experience her powerful vocals and fascinating stories.

The entertainment will be followed by complimentary refreshments, so don’t miss this opportunity to attend this wonderful event and learn more about our village.

RSVP is essential, call John on 07 853 3382. We look forward to seeing you there!

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145 days ago

How do you think these two will go in the AB squad?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

New Chiefs All Blacks Wallace Sititi and Cortez Ratima were both left in “a state of shock” after their maiden call-ups to the national side on Monday evening.

Unlike those not involved in the Super Rugby Pacific final who had attended a camp last week and were then given a call to confirm … View more
New Chiefs All Blacks Wallace Sititi and Cortez Ratima were both left in “a state of shock” after their maiden call-ups to the national side on Monday evening.

Unlike those not involved in the Super Rugby Pacific final who had attended a camp last week and were then given a call to confirm their selection, Sititi and Ratima were left to find out their fate at the same time as the rest of the world.

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146 days ago

Have you ever done a marathon fundraiser?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Zane Jowsey tries “everything on the planet” to help his son. Now he can add playing golf for 24 hours straight to the list.

Max, 18, uses a wheelchair - as do many who attend the Physical Assistance Centre at Hamilton’s Hillcrest High with him.

They love to “go and do excursions”, … View more
Zane Jowsey tries “everything on the planet” to help his son. Now he can add playing golf for 24 hours straight to the list.

Max, 18, uses a wheelchair - as do many who attend the Physical Assistance Centre at Hamilton’s Hillcrest High with him.

They love to “go and do excursions”, Zane Jowsey said, but it’s difficult with no van and 10 of 17 students in wheelchairs.

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150 days ago

Have you tried this new Hamilton East bakery?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

When people pick a feed at Viands Brothers Bakery, they like a failsafe standard or a dose of nostalgia.

From Kihikihi to Hamilton East, the bakery creates elaborate treats and savouries fresh in store every day.

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146 days ago

Keep yourself protected against Covid

Ministry of Health

It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View more
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.

The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.

To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
Find out more

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147 days ago

Residents ‘dig’ Ryman’s Trees for Fees initiative

Linda Jones Retirement Village

With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with … View more
With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.

For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with Trees for Survival Charitable Trust to achieve this goal.

Click read more for the full story.

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147 days ago

What do you think of this way of funding a house build?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

A group of tradies have banded together to build a spec house in the face of challenging times in the building industry.

The project, dubbed the Subbie Spec, is a joint venture between 3MS Bridleways Estate, Davies Homes and their subcontractors and suppliers. Overall, there are 40 partners … View more
A group of tradies have banded together to build a spec house in the face of challenging times in the building industry.

The project, dubbed the Subbie Spec, is a joint venture between 3MS Bridleways Estate, Davies Homes and their subcontractors and suppliers. Overall, there are 40 partners involved in the build, from builders to plumbers and everything in between.

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147 days ago

Exploring Art

Victoria Kemp from Friendship House (Huntly) Community Charitable Trust

Ako Toi Exploring Art with Valentine Venimore
Come along and create your own works of art while learning new skills along with exploring well known international and New Zealand artists.
Monday 8th July to Monday 26th August 6.30 -8.30pm $40 per person all materials supplied. Book online or get … View more
Ako Toi Exploring Art with Valentine Venimore
Come along and create your own works of art while learning new skills along with exploring well known international and New Zealand artists.
Monday 8th July to Monday 26th August 6.30 -8.30pm $40 per person all materials supplied. Book online or get in touch 07 8287559 arts.huntly@gmail.com

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147 days ago

Edwin Campana opened his door to a smoke-filled hallway

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Leaning against a neighbour’s fence overlooking his former home, Edwin Campana thanked the Lord for getting him out of the burning house.

He and his brother Regnato were watching on as emergency services dealt with their burnt-out Maeroa home on Sunday afternoon.

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154 days ago

Do you volunteer or know someone who does?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all … View more
It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.

Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.

Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all appreciate them for the great work that they do!

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154 days ago

Do you think these should become car parks?

The Team Reporter from Hamilton Press

Abandoned bus stops at a prime central Hamilton location near busy bars and restaurants have sat unused for two and half years, a sight that’s left one regular visitor frustrated at authorities.

The last time a bus stopped at the Victoria St end of Collingwood St was December 2021. Since then,… View more
Abandoned bus stops at a prime central Hamilton location near busy bars and restaurants have sat unused for two and half years, a sight that’s left one regular visitor frustrated at authorities.

The last time a bus stopped at the Victoria St end of Collingwood St was December 2021. Since then, fading yellow lines and no parking signs have warned motorists to not park there unless they want a ticket.

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